Story & Craft with Marc Preston

Story & Craft with Marc Preston

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Story & Craft with Marc Preston episodes

  • Ione Skye | From "Say Anything" to "Say Everything"

    Actor Ione Skye from “Say Anything,” author of the memoir “Say Everything,” joins us on Story & Craft.

    We talk about her memoir, her career in film, and growing up in Hollywood. Ione shares stories of famous friends and family, including her father, the musician Donovan, and her relationships with musicians.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Ione Skye joins Story & Craft

    01:26 Life in Australia and Family

    02:32 Hollywood Upbringing and Family Background

    04:27 Gen X Nostalgia and Book Insights

    10:14 Reflections on Fame and Youth

    25:01 Creative Pursuits and Future Plans

    32:07 Children of Musicians: A Unique Upbringing

    33:14 Reflections of 80’s Teen Actors

    34:29 Desire to Be More Than a Pretty Face

    35:20 Balancing Career and Education

    37:04 Navigating Fame and Privacy

    39:55 Jewish Heritage and Family Dynamics

    41:32 Favorite Foods and Culinary Skills

    43:00 The Seven Questions

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    1 hr 3 min
  • Delaney Buffett & Katie Corwin | Stories from "Adult Best Friends"

    Filmmakers Delaney Buffett and Katie Corwin from “Adult Best Friends” join us on Story & Craft.

    Delaney and Katie are actors, writers, producers and directors. We talk about their long friendship and creative partnership, making a film on a low budget, and the role of comedy in their work. Delaney also shares what it was like growing up as the daughter of the late Jimmy Buffett.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Delaney Buffett and Katie Corwin join Story & Craft

    04:18 Childhood and Friendship

    05:55 Creative Paths and Influences

    09:34 Personal Stories and Reflections

    30:12 Life in West Palm Beach

    40:00 Cultural Differences in Comedy and Music

    40:37 Musical Tastes and Memories

    41:41 Writing and Music in Film

    43:16 Casting and Character Development

    45:38 Challenges of Directing and Acting

    48:13 Improvisation and Chemistry on Set

    49:27 Future Projects and Genre Exploration

    51:05 The Seven Questions

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    1 hr 17 min
  • Jim Lampley | Stories from "It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television" | The Only Ball That Matters

    Sportscaster Jim Lampley, author of “It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television,” joins us on Story & Craft.

    Jim is a Hall of Fame broadcaster. We talk about his early struggles in college, his unexpected path into sports broadcasting, and covering the Olympics and major boxing matches. He also shares how his twice-widowed mother's sacrifices shaped him.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Jim Lampley joins Story & Craft

    03:55 Jim Lampley's Early Life and Career Beginnings

    06:59 College Years and Personal Struggles

    11:17 Turning Point and Academic Success

    29:30 Graduate School and Early Career

    32:44 Breakthrough at ABC Sports

    45:53 Wide World of Sports and Olympic Coverage

    49:44 Starting Out in Sports Broadcasting

    50:45 Mentorship and Career Growth

    53:59 The Boxing Era

    59:11 Memorable Sports Moments

    01:04:55 The Seven Questions

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    1 hr 34 min
  • Steven Krueger | From "The Originals" to Showtime's "Yellowjackets" | Perfection of a Closing Argument

    Actor Steven Krueger from “The Originals” and Showtime's “Yellowjackets” joins us on Story & Craft.

    Steven talks about leaving law school plans behind for acting, his roles on “Pretty Little Liars” and “The Originals,” and playing the soccer coach on “Yellowjackets.” He also shares how he produced and directed his first short film.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Steven Krueger joins Story & Craft

    02:47 Stephen's Journey to Nashville

    04:20 Life in the Entertainment Industry

    07:16 Growing Up and Career Beginnings

    09:33 The Influence of Family

    14:12 Breaking into Acting

    26:10 Early Career Milestones

    28:34 Quitting the Side Job

    31:31 The Impact of Short TV Seasons

    36:53 Landing the Role in Yellowjackets

    39:10 Yellowjackets: Plot and Production

    43:14 Directing and Producing a Short Film

    47:45 The Seven Questions

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    1 hr 2 min
  • Katie O'Brien | From "Teachers" to Tubi's "The Z-Suite" | Laughing From X to Z

    Actor and writer Katie O'Brien from “Teachers” and Tubi's “The Z-Suite” joins us on Story & Craft.

    Katie talks about her path from Omaha to Los Angeles through improv and the comedy group The Katydids, and her work on “Teachers.” We talk about navigating Hollywood, comedy that spans generations, her inspirations from Christopher Guest to reality TV, and balancing the roles of writer, producer and showrunner.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Katie O'Brien joins Story & Craft

    02:24 Katie's Journey: From Omaha to LA

    04:09 The Comedy Path: Improv and The Katie Dids

    09:08 Creating Teachers: From Web Series to TV Show

    11:22 Life in LA: Jobs, Struggles, and Breakthroughs

    26:11 Post-Teachers Career and COVID Impact

    30:29 Navigating the Pandemic on Set

    31:05 The Need for More Comedy

    31:36 Creating the Show

    32:53 Generational Dynamics in the Show

    36:39 Casting the Characters

    40:23 Writing Process and Inspirations

    44:34 Gen Z Research and Realism

    47:48 The Seven Questions

    58:06 Final Thoughts and Advice

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    1 hr 3 min
  • Ben Ford | Stories from "Ford's Filling Station" | An Artisan's Craft

    Chef and restaurateur Ben Ford from Ford's Filling Station in Los Angeles joins us on Story & Craft.

    We talk about Ben's culinary career, growing up as the son of Harrison Ford, and where his passion for cooking began. He shares how the restaurant business is changing, his philanthropic work with the State Department, and his cooking projects around the world.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Ben Ford joins Story & Craft

    03:45 Growing Up with Harrison Ford

    05:57 Discovering a Passion for Cooking

    11:01 The Evolution of a Chef

    18:44 Challenges in the Restaurant Industry

    27:48 Mentorship and Legacy

    34:36 Culinary Inspirations and Future Plans

    37:05 Discovering Culinary Inspirations in Mexico

    37:40 Influence of Spanish Chefs and Culinary Adventures

    39:43 The Simplicity and Essence of Cuisine

    44:07 The Impact of Food Television

    45:47 Parenting and Cooking: Passing Down Skills

    51:19 Personal Journey into the Culinary World

    58:16 Balancing Fame and Authenticity in the Culinary Industry

    01:04:31 Philanthropy and Culinary Craftsmanship

    01:16:06 Exploring Comfort Food Across America

    01:17:05 Immigration's Impact on Comfort Food

    01:18:26 Dream Dinner Guests

    01:19:41 Growing Up Around Creativity

    01:29:31 Perfect Day and Alternate Career Paths

    01:37:31 Advice to My Younger Self

    01:41:45 Culinary Diplomacy and Future Projects

    01:49:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    1 hr 52 min
  • Jordan Bridges | From "Rizzoli & Isles" to Apple TV+'s "Palm Royale" | Back Porch Entertainer

    Actor Jordan Bridges from “Rizzoli & Isles” and Apple TV+'s “Palm Royale” joins us on Story & Craft.

    Jordan is also in Lionsgate's “Den of Thieves 2: Pantera.” We talk about growing up in a family of actors with his father Beau Bridges, his uncle Jeff Bridges and his grandfather Lloyd Bridges. He also shares his passion for martial arts and music, and his views on work ethic and family.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Jordan Bridges joins Story & Craft

    03:11 Growing Up in LA and Family Background

    06:31 Martial Arts and Fitness Journey

    16:28 Family Dynamics and Sibling Relationships

    27:30 Navigating Parenthood and Career Advice

    32:38 Challenges in the Entertainment Industry

    48:42 Financial Instincts and Modern Television

    50:55 Taylor Sheridan's Journey

    53:04 Working on Palm Royale

    57:01 Film vs. Television: A Personal Take

    01:02:53 Family Legacy and Personal Reflections

    01:21:28 Celebrity Crushes and Influences

    01:28:35 Desert Island Picks

    01:38:18 The Role of Gurus and Teachers

    01:39:02 Radio Days and Alan Watts

    01:39:43 The Magic of Audio and Radio Theater

    01:41:36 80s and 90s Music Nostalgia

    01:52:38 Parenting and Generational Differences

    01:54:49 Defining the Perfect Day

    01:59:48 Career Fantasies and Creative Pursuits

    02:04:35 Reflections on Youth and Advice to Younger Self

    02:16:16 Working with Carol Burnett and Family Projects

    02:24:22 Concluding Thoughts and Future Projects

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    2 hr 28 min
  • Stuart Zicherman | From "The Americans" to FX's "American Sports Story" | The American Showrunner

    Showrunner Stuart Zicherman from “The Americans” and FX's “American Sports Story” joins us on Story & Craft.

    Stuart is a showrunner, executive producer, writer and director whose work includes “The Shrink Next Door” and “The Americans.” We talk about “American Sports Story,” his series about football player Aaron Hernandez, now on Hulu, and the challenges of telling true stories. He also shares his storytelling influences and favorite movies.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Stuart Zicherman joins Story & Craft

    03:12 Stuart's Early Career and Breakthrough

    15:26 Transition to TV and Working with JJ Abrams

    20:33 The Writing Process and Screenwriting Insights

    26:11 Personal Projects and Inspirations

    27:27 Personal Stories and Casting Choices

    28:34 Transition to American Sports Story

    29:00 Exploring the Aaron Hernandez Case

    31:07 Challenges of Portraying Real People

    34:04 Casting and Character Interpretation

    40:09 Future Projects and Interests

    43:23 Personal Reflections and Preferences

    45:12 The Seven Questions

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    56 min
  • Chris Diamantopoulos | From "Red Notice" to Prime Video's "The Sticky" | A Sweet Toast to Dionysus

    Actor Chris Diamantopoulos from “Red Notice” and Prime Video's “The Sticky” joins us on Story & Craft.

    Chris co-stars with Margo Martindale in “The Sticky” and is known for “Red Notice,” “The Three Stooges” and as the voice of Mickey Mouse. We talk about his career, his Greek heritage, and doing voiceover from his home studio so he can be around his kids. He also shares what he learned working with George Clooney.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Chris Diamantopoulos joins Story & Craft

    01:53 Chris's Role in Red Notice

    05:59 Voice Acting During COVID

    11:12 The Sticky: A Unique Show

    14:20 Greek Heritage and Family

    19:05 Early Acting Career

    22:13 Inspiration from Film and TV

    24:14 Landing the Role in The Three Stooges

    27:06 Reflecting on Career Shifts

    27:38 Voicing Mickey Mouse: A Dream Role

    29:49 Working with George Clooney

    32:51 Audition Insights and Mentorship

    39:56 Directorial Aspirations

    41:44 The Seven Questions

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    53 min
  • Omar J. Dorsey | From "Queen Sugar" to HBO Max's "Bookie" | Betting on Laughs

    Actor Omar J. Dorsey from “Queen Sugar” and HBO Max's “Bookie” joins us on Story & Craft.

    Omar co-stars with Sebastian Maniscalco in “Bookie” and has worked on “Queen Sugar” and “Django Unchained.” We talk about growing up in Atlanta, his early passion for acting, his family's creative influence, and balancing an acting career with family life.

    SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

    00:00 Omar J. Dorsey joins Story & Craft

    03:23 Balancing Family and Career

    05:30 Omar's Acting Journey

    15:16 Comedy Inspirations and Influences

    19:15 Growing Up in a Creative Household

    20:46 Atlanta's Impact on Omar's Career

    25:11 The Shift to Atlanta's Film Industry

    25:39 Film vs. TV: Preferences and Experiences

    27:03 Landing the Role in “Bookie”

    30:01 Working with Hollywood's Best

    32:57 Current Projects and Future Plans

    36:33 The Seven Questions

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    52 min

About Story & Craft with Marc Preston

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Story & Craft is Marc Preston’s venue for offering up entertaining, insightful and inspiring conversations. Marc has spent over three decades as a successful actor, voiceover talent, and…