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- Tanner Buchanan | Stories from Netflix's "Cobra Kai" | Dancer in a Dojo
Actor Tanner Buchanan from Netflix's “Cobra Kai” joins us on Story & Craft.
Tanner's work also includes “Designated Survivor,” “He's All That” and “How to Date Billy Walsh.” We talk about his move from a small town in Ohio to Los Angeles, his early passion for dance, and his admiration for Patrick Swayze and Gene Kelly. He also shares advice he got from Kiefer Sutherland.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Tanner Buchanan joins Story & Craft
01:19 Tanner's Early Life and Move to LA
03:16 Starting in Acting and Early Roles
05:59 Transition to TV and Film
10:57 Joining Cobra Kai
13:39 Martial Arts Training and Stunts
18:44 Growing Up with Dance
19:14 Love for Gene Kelly
19:59 Ensemble vs. Lead Roles
22:26 Working with Kiefer Sutherland
25:03 Future Projects and Aspirations
26:59 Seven Questions
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37 min - Dylan Arnold | From "Oppenheimer" to Apple TV+'s "Lady in the Lake" | A Gentleman in The Lake
Actor Dylan Arnold from “Oppenheimer” and Apple TV+'s “Lady in the Lake” joins us on Story & Craft.
Dylan's work includes “Nashville,” “You” and playing opposite Cillian Murphy in “Oppenheimer.” We talk about growing up in Seattle dreaming of baseball, becoming an actor, and working with Natalie Portman on “Lady in the Lake.”
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Dylan Arnold joins Story & Craft
03:36 Early Inspirations and Community Theater
04:22 Dylan's Role in Lady and the Lake
16:10 Working with Ray Liotta in 1992
17:59 Auditioning for Oppenheimer
20:27 Christopher Nolan's Directing Style
27:21 Balancing Acting and Baseball
32:34 Travel Adventures in Acting
33:57 Working with Natalie Portman
35:30 Early Career and Momentum
36:37 Nashville and Music Tastes
41:21 Writing and Future Aspirations
43:37 Seven Questions
STAY IN THE KNOW
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1 hr 1 min - Ashley Jay Sandberg | Stories from "Twisters" | A New Twist
Producer Ashley Jay Sandberg, executive producer of “Twisters,” joins us on Story & Craft.
Ashley executive produced “Twisters” with Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones and Kiernan Shipka. We talk about her career path, her growth as a filmmaker at Kennedy/Marshall, shooting “Twisters” in Oklahoma, and finishing it at Skywalker Ranch.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Ashley Jay Sandberg joins Story & Craft
01:38 Filmmaking Insights: Skywalker Ranch
03:07 Ashley J Sandberg's Background
05:51 Family and Personal Life
08:49 Twisters: The New Blockbuster
18:41 Challenges and Production Insights
24:47 The Future of Theatrical Releases
28:47 Tornadoes and Natural Disasters
29:22 Family and Career Insights
31:45 Future Projects and Genre Preferences
34:00 Casting and Actor Preferences
37:01 Filming Challenges and Strikes
41:39 Seven Questions Segment
STAY IN THE KNOW
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53 min - Dimitri Leonidas | From Apple TV+'s "Foundation" to Peacock's "Those About to Die" | A Charioteer's Journey
Actor Dimitri Leonidas from Apple TV+'s “Foundation” and Peacock's “Those About to Die” joins us on Story & Craft.
Dimitri plays Hober Mallow in “Foundation” and stars with Anthony Hopkins in Roland Emmerich's “Those About to Die.” We talk about his path from child actor, his Cypriot heritage, losing his mother at a young age, and training for chariot racing. He also shares his interest in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and photography.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Dimitri Leonidas joins Story & Craft
02:32 Dimitri's Background and Family
03:57 Acting Career Beginnings
05:48 Filming Foundation
16:14 Life as a Child Actor
21:12 Pursuing Acting as a Career
28:39 Travel and Filming Locations
31:18 Choosing the Right Horse for the Role
33:03 Training with Chariots
34:34 Reflecting on Roman Life
37:57 Food and Craft Services in Rome
39:38 Current and Future Projects
41:59 Creative Pursuits and Interests
STAY IN THE KNOW
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1 hr 1 min - Nora Zehetner | From "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." to "Boneyard" | Lone Star Connections
Actor Nora Zehetner from “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Boneyard” joins us on Story & Craft.
Nora's TV work includes “The Right Stuff,” “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Designated Survivor,” and her recent films include “Blood for Dust” and “Boneyard.” We talk about growing up in Richardson, Texas, attending the University of North Texas, and working together on “The Astronaut Wives Club.” She also shares her path from fashion buyer at 16 to actor, and her love of photography, writing and painting.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Nora Zehetner joins Story & Craft
03:38 58: Childhood and Early Life
07:06 104: College Years and UNT Experience
08:45 142: Early Acting Aspirations
13:44 211: Family Background and Support
16:46 258: Moving to LA and Starting an Acting Career
19:05 290: Breaking into the Film Industry
21:21 321: Exploring Other Creative Interests
24:07 Reflecting on American Pie and Early Career
26:34 Playing Real People
27:29 Hobbies and Writing
31:10 Seven Questions
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44 min - James Comey | From the FBI to "Westport" | Say More...
Former FBI Director James Comey, author of the crime novel “Westport,” joins us on Story & Craft.
We talk about “Westport,” his career in law enforcement and government, and leading the FBI during the Trump administration. He shares a college prank story, how his work affected his family, diversity in the FBI, and his unplanned career path. He also talks about Showtime's “The Comey Rule,” Jeff Daniels's portrayal of him, and his daily writing routine.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 James Comey joins Story & Craft
03:34 James Comey's Early Life and Career
13:23 From Law School to Federal Prosecutor
25:52 A Life-Changing Incident
30:58 Family-Centric Decisions
32:45 The Impact of Public Scrutiny
35:23 Legal System and Truth
38:16 The Comey Rule and Real-Life Events
39:53 Diversity and Transformation in the FBI
44:01 Calm Leadership in Crisis
45:21 Writing and Real-Life Inspiration
52:01 Personal Reflections and Advice
STAY IN THE KNOW
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1 hr 4 min - Michael Beach | From "ER" to Paramount+'s "Tulsa King" | A Journey From Roxbury
Actor Michael Beach from “ER” and Paramount+'s “Tulsa King” joins us on Story & Craft.
Michael talks about growing up in Boston's Roxbury, the turning point that took him from football to Juilliard, and his Cape Verdean heritage and his mother's work as an educator. We talk about his roles on “The Rookie,” “Mayor of Kingstown” and “Tulsa King,” his audition for “The Rookie,” and how the industry has changed since “ER.” We also talk fitness and pizza.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Michael Beach joins Story & Craft
0:02:05 Michael Beach Shares Acting Journey
0:17:08 Reconnecting After Mother's Passing
0:21:14 Transition From Juilliard to Hollywood
0:28:07 Portraying Fatherhood on Screen
0:33:28 Actor Auditions and Upcoming Projects
0:45:05 Importance of Health and Pizza
0:49:43 Admiration for Frederick Douglass
STAY IN THE KNOW
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1 hr 5 min - Catharine Daddario | Stories from "IF" | The City Cat’s Craft
Actor Catharine Daddario from John Krasinski's “IF” joins us on Story & Craft.
We talk about Catharine's New York City upbringing as a latchkey kid, her recent move to Los Angeles, and growing up alongside her siblings Matthew and Alexandra Daddario. She shares her path from stage to film, her family's early doubts about acting careers, and her love of science fiction. She also previews her upcoming projects “The Tributaries” and the horror film “Oak.”
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Catharine Daddario joins Story & Craft
(0:04:39) - Acting Experience on Movie Set
(0:12:04) - Acting, Family, Food, Auditions, and LA
(0:13:39) - Family's Support for Non-Traditional Careers
(0:24:14) - Childhood and Career Challenges
(0:31:06) - Family Dynamics in Show Business
(0:35:24) - Balancing Acting and Personal Hobbies
(0:38:11) - Growing Up in New York City
(0:44:31) - Science Fiction, Coffee, and Favorite Things
(0:51:30) - Exploring Science Fiction and Future Projects
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59 min - Shohreh Aghdashloo | From "The Expanse" to Netflix's "Damsel" | Be Brave...But Be Careful
Actor Shohreh Aghdashloo from “The Expanse” and Netflix's “Damsel” joins us on Story & Craft.
Shohreh is an Academy Award nominee and Emmy winner whose work includes “The Expanse,” “24,” “Star Trek,” “Renfield,” “X-Men” and the voice of the dragon in “Damsel.” We talk about her escape from Iran during the 1978 revolution, her husband's support for her acting, and the expectations placed on Iranian women. She also discusses the backlash to her role on “24” and working with Ben Kingsley and Nicolas Cage.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Shohreh Aghdashloo joins Story & Craft
0:06:21 Religion and Power in Film
0:09:01 Escape From Iranian Revolution
0:13:53 The Influence of Western Films
0:23:58 Iranian Women's Empowerment and Evolution
0:24:24 Audition Experience For Academy Award Winning Role
0:29:16 The Expanse
0:37:27 Praise for TV Show Characters
0:42:05 Acting, Stories, and Future Projects
0:43:07 Portraying Multi-Layered Characters as an Actor
0:49:27 Exploring The Character Avasarala from The Expanse
0:54:30 Cooking Show During COVID
1:06:07 Working With Keanu Reeves and Creativity
1:17:25 Acting, Imagination, and Life Lessons
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1 hr 25 min - Tye Sheridan | From "Ready Player One" to "Asphalt City" | Small Town to Asphalt City
Actor Tye Sheridan from “Ready Player One” and “Asphalt City” joins us on Story & Craft.
Tye talks about his career from “The Tree of Life” to producing “Asphalt City,” moving from teen roles to adult characters, and working with Steven Spielberg and George Clooney. We talk about growing up in Texas, his family's support, how AI could change indie filmmaking, and working with paramedics in New York City to prepare for “Asphalt City.”
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 Tye Sheridan joins Story & Craft
0:02:35 Small Town Texas Memories
0:04:42 Transition From Teen Actor to Adult
0:08:03 Small Town Audition for Film
0:11:37 Movie Role Impact on Social Life
0:16:16 Navigating a Teenage Acting Career
0:17:09 Decision Between School and Acting
0:23:10 Working With Spielberg and Clooney
0:26:48 AI in Film Industry and Creativity
0:32:47 Balancing Acting and Entrepreneurship
0:36:36 Paramedics in New York City
STAY IN THE KNOW
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About Story & Craft with Marc Preston
From the publisher's feed
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…
nationally syndicated radio host. He’s endlessly curious and enjoys great conversations that inspire. Each episode, Marc welcomes film, television and voiceover actors, storytellers, influencers and creative personalities that have intriguing points of view to offer. Marc’s unique interview style provides insight into the origins of what made his guests successful, as well as how they stay at the top of their game. Whether you work in the industry, or simply enjoy great conversation, you’re invited to grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a sit down with Marc and his guests as they talk story, share a moment and inspire.