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| Chloe Coleman | From “My Spy” to “Mouse” | No Longer a Pumpkin | 06 nov. 2026 | 01:02:58 | |
Actor Chloe Coleman from Prime Video’s “My Spy” and the new film “Mouse” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her career and personal stories. She talks about being directed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt in her upcoming film “2034” and starting out in “Big Little Lies.” Chloe also looks back on playing young Lo’ak for James Cameron in “Avatar: The Way of Water” and staying calm opposite Dave Bautista in “My Spy.” Working with Chris Pine on “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves” and Adam Driver on “65” showed her that acting was special to her. A chemistry read with Katherine Mallen Kupferer led to her role as Callie in “Mouse,” a film about grief from directors Kelly O’Sullivan and Alex Thompson. Playing such an eccentric, loud character pushed her to take up space, and she also talks about growing up with parents who met on “The Amazing Race.” Turning 18 opens the door to more mature roles, and she shares her dream of one day being part of a Marvel project. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Chloe Coleman joins Story & Craft 01:58 Senior year and turning 18 04:13 Parents who met on “The Amazing Race” 06:56 Martial arts and doing her own stunts 07:59 Train trips and McDonald’s in Italy 11:52 From “Big Little Lies” to Chris Pine 16:33 Staying calm opposite Dave Bautista 19:01 Head casts and video diaries for “65” 25:25 Motion capture for James Cameron 28:15 Being directed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt 31:39 Dreams of writing screenplays 33:15 Landing the role of Callie in “Mouse” 44:44 Sushi, ramen and Princess Diana 57:01 Balancing high school with life on set 58:57 Turning 18 and no longer a pumpkin STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Alex Pearlman | From “Too Many Tabs” to “Crashing Out” | The Art of the Rant | 31 oct. 2026 | 01:03:26 | |
Comedian & Podcaster Alex Pearlman from “Too Many Tabs” and YouTube’s “Crashing Out” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about his career and personal stories. Alex shares his take on Donald Trump and Elon Musk and on how social media algorithms shape the news. Growing up, he watched the evening news at the dinner table, and 25 years of stand-up taught him to break big stories down quickly. On “Too Many Tabs,” the comedy history podcast he makes with his wife, he takes the long view, such as the 80-year fight for the 40-hour work week. He describes the weekly podcast “Crashing Out,” which he co-hosts with Philip DeFranco, who has covered news on YouTube for 20 years. The conversation also covers the live tour that just wrapped, where he found audiences everywhere looking for hope. Alex recalls asking Bernie Sanders in his Capitol office whether anyone in Washington is thinking about the rest of the century. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Alex Pearlman joins Story & Craft 04:36 Growing up watching Dan Rather and the evening news 07:08 How short videos and algorithms shape what we see 08:07 Why he calls himself a stand-up comedian, not a journalist 10:56 Comedy heroes George Carlin, Lenny Bruce and Richard Pryor 13:37 A typical day of scrolling, family time and picking what to cover 17:04 The moment his young son told him to put the phone down 25:39 Planning for his toddler’s future with trades, college and AI 32:26 “Too Many Tabs” and the long view on the 40-hour work week 33:37 Andrew Carnegie’s libraries, Elon Musk and the Gilded Age 37:51 What he learned on tour: everyone is looking for hope 39:27 Meeting Bernie Sanders in his Capitol office 45:21 If he could go back in time and fix social media 49:35 Building a healthy news diet, starting with local news 57:31 “Crashing Out” with Philip DeFranco and the tour that just wrapped STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Chloe Radcliffe | From “The Tonight Show” to Comedy Central’s “Eyes Down Here” | 29 oct. 2026 | 00:47:31 | |
Actor & Comedian Chloe Radcliffe from “The Tonight Show” and Comedy Central’s “Eyes Down Here” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her career and personal stories. Chloe breaks down writing for Jimmy Fallon and watching Anthony Jeselnik at the Hollywood Improv. She names Eddie Izzard as her biggest influence and traces her path to stand-up through national speech and debate titles and a job at Target headquarters. A writing job on “The Tonight Show” came with her 15th application, after years of trying and time in the NBC Late Night Writers Workshop. Her hour-long special “Eyes Down Here” took ten years to put together, and she explains why she bikes through New York daily and how a tandem lets her share that with other people. Next up, she is doing a live run of her solo show “Cheat” in Los Angeles from November 4 through 8 at G-Son Studios, the old Beastie Boys recording studio. She also explains why her phone background reminded her to write down every idea for eight years. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Chloe Radcliffe joins Story & Craft 01:42 A lucky YouTube find and Minnesota roots 03:53 New York years, a furious New Year’s Eve and life on tour 08:34 The phone background that kept her writing everything down 10:14 Eddie Izzard and finding stand-up 13:37 Self-employed parents, a math degree and a job at Target 16:29 Speech and debate champion, only child and learning to delegate 19:44 Landing a writing job for Jimmy Fallon on “The Tonight Show” 22:06 Why she rides a tandem bicycle through New York 25:10 Ten years to build “Eyes Down Here” 30:48 Craigslist hobbies and a belief in patterns 34:13 When a joke bombs and the bro-ier rooms 37:53 Watching Anthony Jeselnik and her solo show “Cheat” 41:19 The Seven Questions 44:46 Tour dates and goodbye STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Patrick Renna | From “The Sandlot” to YouTube’s “Dugout Dads” | Major League Storyteller | 23 oct. 2026 | 00:58:22 | |
Actor Patrick Renna from “The Sandlot” and YouTube’s “Dugout Dads” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about his career and personal stories. Patrick shares why Meryl Streep might be the greatest actor ever and how Danielle Fishel co-hosts the companion podcast. He recalls a James Earl Jones story from the set of the baseball classic he filmed at 13 and why it still resonates across generations. Patrick also traces his start in school plays and his teenage work on “Son in Law” with Tiffani Amber Thiessen and Pauly Shore. He explains how a Little League final that ended with crying parents and kids playing tag inspired the series, which brings back his Sandlot castmates as the dads. Along the way, he discusses his “GLOW” role on Netflix, a Hershey’s campaign with his son, and pitching networks with Chris Paul’s company, OH DIP Entertainment. He also shares the advice he would give his 16-year-old self, including an audition tip from Bryan Cranston. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Patrick Renna joins Story & Craft 03:18 The Little League loss behind “Dugout Dads” 06:35 Filming “The Sandlot” at 13 and its lasting fan love 08:23 From school plays and a Boston move to Hollywood 14:47 Playing second base and rooting for Boston and LA teams 18:31 Favorite movies growing up and working alone at 16 21:29 Making “Ricky 6” with Emmanuelle Chriqui 26:03 Playing a wrestler’s superfan on Netflix’s “GLOW” 28:20 Putting his son in a Hershey’s campaign 30:22 Why he says kids shouldn’t start acting too young 36:15 Pitching “Dugout Dads” with Chris Paul’s OH DIP Entertainment 40:17 The Seven Questions 43:25 The James Earl Jones story from the set of “The Sandlot” 45:14 “Son in Law” with Tiffani Amber Thiessen and Pauly Shore 55:51 Wrapping up with best wishes for “Dugout Dads” STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Missi Pyle | From "Dodgeball" to Prime Video’s "Sterling Point" | Life is Just Lifey | 21 oct. 2026 | 01:00:40 | |
Actor Missi Pyle from “Dodgeball” and Prime Video’s “Sterling Point” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her career and personal stories. She talks about filming “50 First Dates” with Adam Sandler and shares her take on Apple TV’s “Pluribus” and “Widow’s Bay.” Her time on “Stick” comes up too, where she plays a love interest for Timothy Olyphant’s character in a season that also features Owen Wilson and Rhea Seehorn. Missi also looks back on theater at Germantown High School in Tennessee, the North Carolina School of the Arts, and the “Dodgeball” character whose costume fans now buy on Amazon. Her friend Megan Park, who once played her daughter on a show, created “Sterling Point,” and Missi shares what is coming when season two films next June. Other stories include choosing a Jenny McCarthy series over testing for Chuck Lorre’s “Two and a Half Men” and playing a cult leader on “Y: The Last Man.” She also tells the story of her marriage to a man with a bear sanctuary in Montana and why she is now thinking about becoming an EMT. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Missi Pyle joins Story & Craft 02:35 From Texas to Tennessee, a Montana bear sanctuary, then L.A. 08:08 Filming “50 First Dates” at a Rainforest Cafe and Adam Sandler 10:05 Growing up watching TV and wanting to be in the show 17:54 The Germantown High School theater teacher who changed her path 24:09 The “Dodgeball” character fans dress up as for Halloween 31:26 Life is just lifey and the Shoney’s comment that drove her 35:07 Megan Park and what is next for “Sterling Point” 36:44 Tim Curry’s advice and the “Two and a Half Men” near miss 39:21 Watching “Widow’s Bay” and movie nights with her daughter 41:57 Filming “Home Alone 4” with French Stewart in Cape Town 44:15 Playing a warden, joining “Stick,” and raving about “Pluribus” 47:09 Playing a cult leader on “Y: The Last Man” 50:10 The Seven Questions 58:29 Where to watch Missi Pyle now in “Sterling Point” and “Stick” STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Necar Zadegan | From “The Rookie” to CBS’s “CIA” | A Journey Without a Formula | 13 oct. 2026 | 01:04:18 | |
Actor Necar Zadegan from “The Rookie” and CBS’s “CIA” joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her career and personal stories. She talks about the Taylor Sheridan phone call that shaped her “Mayor of Kingstown” role, working with Nathan Fillion on “The Rookie,” and her Broadway debut alongside Robin Williams. Necar also shares how her Iranian family moved back to the United States from Germany after the 1979 revolution, and how she made her professional debut at 16 at the Edinburgh Fringe. Landing her first series regular role, the First Lady on “24,” came while she was performing “Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo” every night, before she ignored advice to skip Broadway. A guest spot on “Law & Order” in New York led to CBS’s “CIA,” and she explains why a show about hiding in plain sight appealed to her. She describes shooting “NCIS: New Orleans” during COVID, wrapping the final season of “Mayor of Kingstown,” and her character’s high school history with Jeremy Renner’s character. Necar also previews the Chris Rock-directed film “Misty Green” and Amazon’s “Joseph of Egypt,” before sharing why her go-to pizza order is a margherita with a side of anchovies. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Necar Zadegan joins Story & Craft 07:35 Born in Germany, raised in California after Iran’s 1979 revolution 12:52 Landing the First Lady on “24” opposite Anil Kapoor and Cherry Jones 17:12 Flying to Hawaii for her one-episode role on “Lost” 18:18 Her professional debut at 16 at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 19:46 Broadway with Robin Williams in “Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo” 22:55 The press day when Robin Williams turned it on 25:18 Shooting “24” by day and ignoring advice to skip Broadway 30:48 Working with Nathan Fillion on “The Rookie” 31:58 Shooting “NCIS: New Orleans” during COVID 34:20 How “Law & Order” led to CBS’s “CIA” 36:13 Working with Taylor Sheridan on “Mayor of Kingstown” 38:03 The call that unlocked her backstory with Jeremy Renner’s character 43:20 The Seven Questions 57:47 What’s next: “Mayor of Kingstown,” “Misty Green,” “Joseph of Egypt” STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Katee Sackhoff | From "Battlestar Galactica" to "Carrie" | Olympic Dreams to Mandalorian | 30 sept. 2026 | 01:03:41 | |
Actor Katee Sackhoff from "Battlestar Galactica" and Prime Video’s "Carrie" joins us on Story & Craft. Katee talks about growing up in Portland as a competitive swimmer, how she landed her first acting job, and what it was like to move to LA at 18. We get into her time on "Battlestar Galactica", why she's only now watching it, and how she went from voicing Bo-Katan in animation to "The Mandalorian". She also discusses her new series "Carrie", her podcasts, and raising two kids back in Portland. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Katee Sackhoff joins Story & Craft 03:33 | Building a dream home in Los Angeles, then deciding it was time to leave for Portland 12:20 | The newspaper ad for a body double that changed everything 15:36 | Teaching herself to cry on camera in front of a mirror 20:42 | Reading the Starbuck script and knowing it could change how people saw her 23:08 | Cutting her hair and walking away from bigger offers to fight for one role 26:31 | Watching "Battlestar Galactica" for the first time, 25 years later, with her husband 29:33 | Walking out of an acting class and never going back 35:36 | How a "Robot Chicken" recommendation led to Bo-Katan 38:46 | Bringing the dad who showed her sci-fi as a kid onto a "Star Wars" set 46:31 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Tyler Mane & Renae Geerlings | From "X-Men" to "Mane AF" | Answer Your Wake-Up Calls | 26 sept. 2026 | 01:05:32 | |
Tyler Mane, Sabretooth in "X-Men" and Michael Myers in "Halloween," and Renae Geerlings join us on Story & Craft to talk about "Mane AF." Tyler spent over a decade as a professional wrestler, training with the Hart family in Calgary and wrestling all over the world, before a stunt casting call meant for someone else turned into the role of Sabretooth and a full pivot into acting — a path that later led to playing Michael Myers in the "Halloween" reboot. Renae came up on the other side of the business, landing a temp job answering phones for a comics company in Los Angeles and working her way up to a ten-year run as an editor. Eventually the two combined those worlds under their own production banner, building out the graphic novel "The Last Spartan" together, a project Tyler had actually been carrying around for fifteen years before Renae came on to help shape it. The conversation turns candid when they get into the year they've just had. In March, Tyler's brother died suddenly of a heart attack. Weeks later, Tyler found a lump during a workout and was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma — male breast cancer. Not long after that, Renae's father died in a car accident. Tyler talks openly about finishing chemo, heading into radiation, and a second scare from a blood clot along the way, and he's direct about why he's chosen to talk about all of it publicly: he wants other men to get checked rather than dismiss what they're feeling, the way he almost did. That's also the thinking behind "Mane AF," the podcast they just launched about midlife, marriage, and — as Tyler puts it — the mayhem he brings to it. Along the way, we get into how two people who are both used to being in charge divide the creative work in one house, why Renae calls herself the steering wheel and brakes to Tyler's engine, and the usual mix of rescue dogs, comfort food, and childhood celebrity crushes that round out the hour. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Tyler Mane and Renae Geerlings join Story & Craft 00:03:37 | Renae compares keeping up with Tyler to being a water skier who lost her skis five miles back 00:07:03 | Tyler lays out the year in one breath: his brother's sudden death, his own cancer diagnosis, and Renae's father's fatal accident 00:14:01 | Tyler was one of the last people to wrestle Andre the Giant, months before Andre passed away 00:15:04 | The stunt casting call that was meant for someone else, and how it became Tyler's ticket to the role of Sabretooth 00:25:53 | Renae's rule for not being interrupted while she works, and the loophole Tyler found almost immediately 00:31:00 | The chest lump Tyler almost brushed off, and the conversation that changed his mind 00:35:58 | What Tyler's tumor oncotype score meant for his treatment, and losing (then slowly regrowing) his beard 00:47:39 | Tyler's core advice for other men, shaped by not knowing his own brother was struggling 00:48:47 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Adam Arkin | From "Sons of Anarchy" to MGM+'s "American Hostage" | Conversant in Many Styles | 23 sept. 2026 | 00:32:01 | |
Actor and director Adam Arkin from "Sons of Anarchy" and MGM+’s "American Hostage" joins us on Story & Craft. Adam opens up about his seamless transition from acting to becoming one of television’s most sought-after directors. He shares behind-the-scenes stories of shifting gears between massive modern projects like "The Night Agent," "The Offer," and his newest true-crime thriller, "American Hostage." We explore the awkward challenge of directing himself in scenes, the immediate relief of admitting to a crew when a shot just isn't working, and the secret to building absolute trust on set by letting actors do their work. We also dive into his personal side, discussing the influence of his legendary father Alan Arkin and how he taught Adam to master multiple performance styles. From an early celebrity crush on Ursula Andress, to his deep appreciation for a perfectly simple summer tomato sandwich, it's a great look at the man behind the camera. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Adam Arkin joins Story & Craft 00:02:43 | Why releasing a new project brings out a mix of anxiety and excitement 00:05:08 | Capturing the true 1970s reality without talking down to a modern audience 00:07:49 | How his father Alan Arkin taught him to be conversant in many performance styles 00:10:09 | Helping an actor embrace the intimidating legend of playing Marlon Brando 00:13:30 | The awkward challenge of acting in a project you are also actively directing 00:15:34 | Why immersing yourself in the story is more important than having a recognizable visual style 00:18:21 | Finding immediate relief in admitting to the cast when a scene just isn't working 00:20:02 | Recognizing the exact moment on set when you capture pure on-screen magic 00:22:51 | Earning absolute trust by letting the actors do their work without interference 00:23:46 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Sara Kehaulani Goo | From "Washington Post" to "Kuleana" | Aloha ʻĀina & Kuleana | 19 sept. 2026 | 01:07:08 | |
Journalist and author Sara Kehaulani Goo, formerly of The Washington Post, joins us on Story & Craft to talk about her book "Kuleana." Sara shares how her early days in a print newsroom sparked a lifelong passion for storytelling, eventually leading her to cover major national events like the aftermath of 9/11. We chat about her approach to learning the ropes, intentionally moving to unfamiliar cities to broaden her perspective, and the thick skin required to maintain integrity in a fast-paced media landscape. Sara also opens up about the massive digital shift facing the news industry and the ways legacy media is now partnering with independent online creators to reach modern audiences. Beyond the news desk, Sara talks about the inspiration behind her memoir, "Kuleana," which looks at her Hawaiian heritage and her family's fight to hold on to their ancestral land. We discuss the complex realities of life in Hawaii today, the impact of outside real estate investments on the local culture, and, naturally, our shared appreciation for a perfectly made plate of Spam musubi. It is a grounded, eye-opening conversation about history, responsibility, and the importance of knowing where you come from. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Sara Kehaulani Goo joins Story & Craft 00:14:00 | The thrill of stepping into a newsroom and the daily pressure to deliver 00:16:37 | Why immersing yourself in unfamiliar cities is the ultimate training ground for storytellers 00:20:19 | How covering the aftermath of 9/11 shaped her understanding of a changing nation 00:22:42 | Recognizing the impending digital disruption of the news industry 00:25:25 | The challenge of funding trusted journalism in a digitally fractured world 00:30:00 | Why traditional legacy media must partner with independent online creators 00:35:32 | The rising trend of journalists cutting out the middleman to build direct audiences 00:40:45 | The thick skin and unwavering principles required to be a reporter today 00:46:45 | The cultural and economic toll of treating Hawaiian real estate strictly as an investment 00:53:00 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Rosslyn Luke | Stories from "Paper Tiger" | Engineering the Moment | 04 sept. 2026 | 00:49:27 | |
Stunt performer and actor Rosslyn Luke from “Paper Tiger,” with Adam Driver, Scarlett Johansson and Miles Teller, joins us on Story & Craft. Before sharing scenes with Adam Driver and Miles Teller, Rosslyn took a decidedly non-traditional path into the industry. We talk about her upbringing in Eastern Washington—near the Hanford nuclear site—and why she initially earned a degree in civil and environmental engineering before committing to acting. Her background in competitive cheerleading eventually opened an unexpected door into stunt performance, leading to early gigs that included handling a shotgun on a moving semi-truck. Rosslyn breaks down how that physical discipline prepared her for director James Gray’s period mob film, “Paper Tiger”, where she had to navigate high-stakes, unscripted 1980s dialogue opposite seasoned performers. Wrapping up, we get into why she gravitates toward intense, dark dramas over comedy, what goes into her ideal day, and the advice she would offer her younger self about trusting her own voice earlier. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Rosslyn Luke joins Story & Craft 00:02:37 | Watching Seattle shift from grunge culture to a tech-dominated city 00:05:18 | What it's like growing up with a father who cleaned up nuclear waste sites 00:08:18 | Walking away from a stable career in engineering to pursue the arts 00:11:11 | The hidden physical danger and severe injuries behind competitive cheerleading 00:15:29 | Wielding a shotgun on the back of a moving flatbed truck for a zombie show 00:17:38 | Why she decided to train as a stunt performer instead of using a double 00:21:55 | Growing up in an Eastern Washington town where locals joke they “glow in the dark” 00:24:31 | Why she's drawn to gritty, dark dramas while living with a comedy writer 00:36:18 | The high-wire act of improvising 1980s mob dialogue with Adam Driver and Miles Teller 00:37:45 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Tracy Spiridakos | From "Chicago PD" to USA Network's "Anna Pigeon" | Canadian Mythos | 01 sept. 2026 | 01:00:00 | |
Actor Tracy Spiridakos from “Chicago P.D.” and USA Network’s “Anna Pigeon” joins us on Story & Craft. Tracy talks about growing up between Canada and Greece, sharing what it was like working at her family’s Greek restaurant and the connection she still has with her parents' homeland. She also explains what it took to get her start in acting, like balancing three jobs in Vancouver before heading to Los Angeles for her first major round of auditions. We also discuss her decision to leave a successful seven-year run on a popular TV show to try something new. Tracy explains what it is like playing a sarcastic new character and the realities of filming outdoors on location. It’s a grounded conversation that covers everything from her love of travel and her dogs to the ongoing debate over how to make the best pastitsio. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Tracy Spiridakos joins Story & Craft 00:03:10 | Introducing all the “cousins” to her friend 00:05:27 | Moving back to Greece and her dad's hair salon 00:11:13 | Working at a bank and restaurants while pursuing acting 00:15:38 | Landing her role on Revolution during her first trip to LA 00:18:47 | The decision to step away from Chicago PD after seven seasons 00:23:45 | Connecting with her sarcastic, bad-ass character on Anna Pigeon 00:29:14 | The feeling of stepping off the plane in Athens 00:32:52 | Why her initial goal was simply to act full time without side jobs 00:37:17 | The creative difference between acting in a film versus television 00:39:31 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Lee Kirk | From "The Giant Mechanical Man" to "Nimrods" | Journey with Sweet Children | 26 août 2026 | 00:55:53 | |
Director Lee Kirk from “The Giant Mechanical Man” and “Nimrods,” the Green Day comedy, joins us on Story & Craft. The conversation explores Lee's nomadic childhood moving to a new school every single year, and how that constant search for footing shaped the emotionally grounded, slightly melancholic characters he creates today. Host Marc Preston and Lee also reflect on three decades in the entertainment industry, tracing the path from their Texas beginnings to the gritty realities of building a creative life in Los Angeles. Lee shares the personal stories behind his biggest milestones, including the random text message from Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong that launched his new film, “Nimrods”. He opens up about the experience of falling in love with his wife, Jenna Fischer, on a movie set, stepping behind the camera on “The Office,” and the incredible experience of directing both of his kids in his new movie. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Lee Kirk joins Story & Craft 00:02:42 | Reconnecting after 36 years and reflecting on three decades in entertainment 00:04:28 | The random text from Billie Joe Armstrong that sparked a Green Day movie 00:05:32 | Turning Green Day's real-life tour stories into movie plot points 00:09:20 | How constantly moving across the country as a kid left him feeling adrift 00:16:43 | The 3 AM panic and terrified career doubts of his early 30s 00:18:47 | Getting tapped to direct “The Office” after Ron Howard dropped out 00:19:47 | Falling in love with his wife, Jenna Fischer, on a movie set 00:29:29 | Working one-on-one with Billie Joe Armstrong to build his acting confidence 00:33:46 | Directing both of his kids on set alongside his wife, Jenna Fischer 00:40:09 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Chris Marquette | From "The Girl Next Door" to Prime Video's "Reacher" | Stories From the Emerald Isle | 22 août 2026 | 01:09:21 | |
Actor Chris Marquette from “The Girl Next Door” and Prime Video’s “Reacher” joins us on Story & Craft. Chris joined the industry early, navigating the unique landscape of child acting with roles spanning from commercial voiceovers to television sets. We discuss the transition from those foundational years to understanding the practical realities of the entertainment business as a young adult. It is a candid conversation about the resilience required to build a sustainable career in Hollywood. We also cover his recent move to the west coast of Ireland, where he is raising his daughter and developing new writing projects. Chris shares insights into his new role on Prime Video's “Reacher,” breaking down the physical demands of playing a small-town cop alongside Alan Ritchson. From the delayed cult success of “The Girl Next Door” to his approach to staying grounded off-camera, this episode offers a practical look at the life of a working actor. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Chris Marquette joins Story & Craft 02:00 | Moving to the west coast of Ireland to raise his daughter 08:35 | Starting his career early with commercial voiceovers and Barney 13:10 | The sketchy seminar that landed him his first headshots and acting jobs 17:11 | Crossing paths with Jennifer Aniston during pilot season 21:00 | Getting a harsh crash course on the business side of acting in his twenties 25:33 | Navigating the shadow of past roles 36:54 | How The Girl Next Door bombed in theaters before finding massive cult success on DVD 42:59 | Entering the Reacher universe 44:53 | Dealing with the Alan Ritchson’s physical presence on set 46:55 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Owen Dennis | From "Infinity Train" to Paramount+'s "Among Us" | Inspirational Drives | 18 août 2026 | 01:11:55 | |
Writer and director Owen Dennis from “Infinity Train” and Paramount+’s “Among Us” joins us on Story & Craft. Owen discusses his unexpected path to animation, detailing his time teaching English in China and the early motivation that pushed him to pursue art outside his hometown. He shares the hands-on process of creating a fully hand-drawn, 2D animated series and the practical challenges of pitching adult animation in an industry that relies heavily on genre stereotypes. He also explains the unique dynamics of directing voice actors, noting why comedy actors naturally excel with timing in the booth. Owen talks about navigating production hurdles – such as animating before recording voices during the actors' strike – and shares how taking solo road trips helps him recharge creatively. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Owen Dennis joins Story & Craft 00:08:29 | Escaping the Great Recession by moving to China 00:13:27 | Losing a one-person art contest 00:15:20 | Why 2D animation is making a massive comeback 00:18:09 | Animating “Among Us” during the actors' strike 00:24:36 | The biggest hurdle when pitching adult animation 00:28:34 | Turning a notebook doodle into a hit character 00:34:00 | Unplugging on solo road trips to find new ideas 00:40:13 | Why comedy actors dominate the voice booth 00:44:16 | Why Robert Pattinson was born to do voiceover 00:45:48 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Tommi Rose | From Nickelodeon to Prime Video's "The Devil's Mouth" | Daydreams & Dirt Pies | 14 août 2026 | 01:14:40 | |
Actor Tommi Rose, from Nickelodeon to Prime Video’s “The Devil’s Mouth,” joins us on Story & Craft. Tommi shares her experiences going from a theater kid in Florida to making the leap to Los Angeles at seventeen after working on Nickelodeon's “I Am Frankie”. We talk about the importance of keeping your imagination alive as an artist, and how her “double Pisces” daydreaming habit is actually a superpower. She also shares some incredibly grounding advice she received early on from working alongside Burt Reynolds. We also get into her experience filming Prime Video's “The Devil's Mouth”. Tommi talks about the grueling physical challenge of shooting in massive water tanks in Thailand, and how she managed the stress by buying a tiny local oven to bake her famous dirt pies and chocolate chip cookies for the cast. From managing a tricky gluten allergy abroad to her go-to morning playlist, Tommi gives us a great look at how she stays centered and positive. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Tommi Rose joins Story & Craft 00:04:48 | The Jelly Bean Camp and falling in love with musical theater 00:06:49 | Why excitement outweighed the intimidation of moving to LA at seventeen 00:12:00 | Defending the importance of daydreaming for artists 00:15:47 | Refusing to limit her ambitions to just one career path 00:22:54 | Burt Reynolds' advice on listening to your scene partner 00:26:44 | How her close-knit family keeps her sane in Hollywood 00:32:00 | Realizing she was stress-baking and bringing the joy back to the holidays 00:33:22 | Buying a mini oven in Thailand to bake for the cast 00:46:27 | The physical exhaustion of shooting survival scenes in water tanks 00:51:00 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Jamie Hector | From "The Wire" to Apple TV’s "Cape Fear" | Moving Mountains | 05 août 2026 | 00:35:16 | |
Actor Jamie Hector from “The Wire” and Apple TV’s “Cape Fear” joins us on Story & Craft. We discuss Jamie’s roots, having grown up in Brooklyn as the youngest of seven and how his older sister sparked his early love for the arts. Jamie shares the exact moment he knew he belonged in the creative world – walking into a community theater space when he was 16 and feeling an instant connection to the energy in the room. It wasn't long before he shifted his focus away from college chemistry classes and fully committed to acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute. We also talk about his dedication to giving back through his youth program, Moving Mountains, which has mentored thousands of kids in Brooklyn over the last two decades. To cap it off, Jamie talks about the unique validation of being handpicked by Martin Scorsese and Steven Spielberg for his current role. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Jamie Hector joins Story & Craft 00:03:38 | Anthony Bourdain's surprise interview with Michael K. Williams in Brooklyn 00:07:33 | Learning tough lessons from a neighborhood firecracker incident 00:09:10 | How his late sister Lisa became his creative North Star 00:13:07 | Waking up at 6 AM to write hip hop with childhood friends 00:14:36 | Discovering his true calling at a local community theater 00:16:55 | Ditching college chemistry to pursue an acting career 00:18:43 | Founding Moving Mountains to empower the next generation of actors 00:20:29 | Committing to his craft at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute 00:22:04 | Why Denzel Washington is his ultimate acting template 00:26:00 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Chin Han | From "Mortal Kombat" to Netflix's "Avatar: The Last Airbender" | Journey From Lion City | 16 juil. 2026 | 00:59:47 | |
Actor Chin Han from “Mortal Kombat” and Netflix’s “Avatar: The Last Airbender” joins us on Story & Craft. We chat about his unique childhood growing up in Singapore, blending local theater and film with a steady diet of American blockbusters, British television, and Hong Kong martial arts epics. Chin talks about his early days deciding whether to fully commit to acting, balancing his parents' hopes for a traditional profession with his genuine love for the arts, and the ultimate push he gave himself after finishing his degree. Chin also shares some incredible stories from the sets of films, including his overwhelming first day shooting “The Dark Knight” with Christopher Nolan, Gary Oldman, and Aaron Eckhart. We wrap up by talking about his favorite comfort foods – specifically his love for a perfect bowl of rice – and his appreciation for the quiet moments in used bookstores. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Chin Han joins Story & Craft 03:12 | Watching Singapore rapidly evolve through the 1970s and 80s 05:52 | How having parents as educators influenced his early cinematic tastes 08:00 | The unique mix of global television that fueled his love for storytelling 15:59 | Discovering heavy, visceral cinema like “The Godfather” at a young age 20:00 | The fast-paced, guerrilla-style filmmaking of Steven Soderbergh's “Contagion” 25:52 | Pushing for volume and authenticity in Asian-American on-screen representation 29:32 | The massive global reach of the American film industry 33:17 | Working with his cinematic heroes on the set of “The Dark Knight” 38:45 | Building a performance from the outside in using wardrobe and armor 42:25 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Aaron Moten | From "Disjointed" to Prime Video’s "Fallout" | Keep Saying Yes | 16 juin 2026 | 00:45:29 | |
Actor Aaron Moten from “Disjointed” and Prime Video’s “Fallout” joins us on Story & Craft. We catch up with Aaron as he settles into life in Los Angeles after spending five years in Iceland with his family. We chat about his Texas roots growing up in Austin, his pivot from an aspiring lawyer to a Juilliard-trained actor, and the realities of translating stage acting to working on camera. He also shares some behind-the-scenes moments from his recent work. From having Kathy Bates advocate for him early in his television career to a hilarious “baptism by fire” stunt sequence on his very first day shooting Fallout, Aaron brings a ton of heart and insight to the table. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Aaron Moten joins Story & Craft 00:03:24 | The beauty of Iceland's audible blank canvas 00:10:12 | Dealing with late growth spurts and the pressure of playing point guard 00:12:43 | Why pretending to be a lawyer is much more fun than actually being one 00:15:24 | Developing technical tools and a fallback plan at Juilliard 00:18:32 | The hard lesson of saving your tears for the close-up shot 00:21:03 | Understanding focal lengths and camera coverage on a multi-cam set 00:24:59 | Kathy Bates' unbelievable work ethic and on-set advocacy 00:29:00 | Jonah Nolan's baptism by fire and a terrifying missing harness 00:32:13 | Transforming the Namibian desert into a post-apocalyptic Santa Monica 00:35:50 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Rosalee Mayeux | From "Magnum, P.I." to "Model Mom" | 12 juin 2026 | 01:11:16 | |
Actor and comedian Rosalee Mayeux from “Magnum, P.I.” and “Model Mom” joins us on Story & Craft. Rosalee opens up about her unconventional path, starting as a teenager from a small town in Louisiana who found herself working as a high-fashion model for Eileen Ford in Paris and New York. She shares vivid memories of the modeling world in the 1980s, the stark reality behind the glamour, and how a chance opportunity led her to acting. Her natural knack for comedy eventually pushed her into commercials and television, bringing her face-to-face with legends like Carol Burnett, Lee Grant, and Tom Selleck. After a sudden and life-altering cancer diagnosis forced her to pivot from a promising directing career with Quentin Tarantino’s production house, Rosalee leaned on her resilient spirit and close circle of friends to survive. That journey ultimately steered her toward stand-up comedy, where she found her truest voice. We talk about the grueling but rewarding realities of the comedy stage, the nuances of crowd work, and why being unapologetically yourself is the ultimate punchline. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Rosalee Mayeux joins Story & Craft 00:11:48 | Parallel parking a 22-foot Cadillac and getting a standing ovation in Beverly Hills 00:17:45 | Navigating the wild, rarefied world of high-fashion modeling in 1980s Europe 00:19:00 | Listening to the news of Ronald Reagan being shot from the bowels of a Parisian restaurant 00:20:18 | Eileen Ford's blunt advice on marriage and what it meant for a modeling career 00:29:26 | The power of an unscripted moment and earning a standing ovation from Lee Grant 00:30:53 | Flubbing a line with Tom Selleck and Carol Burnett on the set of Magnum, P.I. 00:36:22 | Pitching a blind commercial script to Quentin Tarantino's A Band Apart 00:37:35 | Surviving a terminal cancer diagnosis with the help of a kickass support system 00:41:13 | Why improvisational comedy requires immense education and real-world intelligence 00:55:03 | The Seven Questions: Southern comfort food, jazz legends, and advice to her younger self STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Olivia Rose Keegan | From "Days of Our Lives" to Paramount+'s "Dutton Ranch" and "Scary Movie" | A Scary Good Time | 05 juin 2026 | 01:01:04 | |
Actor Olivia Rose Keegan from “Days of Our Lives,” Paramount+'s “Dutton Ranch” and “Scary Movie” joins us on Story & Craft. We chat about her transition from being an eager 11-year-old writing letters to talent agents in San Francisco to landing major roles. Olivia shares the incredible support from her family, who entirely uprooted their lives in Northern California so she could pursue acting in Los Angeles. She reflects on her early heartbreak of being replaced on a major Nickelodeon show and the immense work ethic she built during her four-and-a-half-year run on “Days of Our Lives.” We also get into the exciting new chapters of her career, contrasting the intense, slow-burn drama of playing a mother in Paramount+'s “Dutton Ranch” with the absolute, unhinged physical comedy of the summer sequel to “Scary Movie.” Olivia reveals what it was like playing Anna Faris' daughter, conquering her fears of improv comedy, and how working with the Wayans brothers pushed her completely out of her comfort zone. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Olivia Rose Keegan joins Story & Craft 00:08:00 | The intimidating yet rewarding process of network testing for Taylor Sheridan shows 00:13:46 | Drafting a handwritten letter to talent agencies at just eleven years old 00:23:20 | Targeting the Disney and Nickelodeon pipeline as a pragmatic young actor 00:24:34 | Faking an Australian accent to land a breakthrough role on Ant Farm 00:25:42 | Navigating the earth-shattering heartbreak of being recast on a major sitcom 00:27:37 | Why acting on a soap opera is the ultimate industry boot camp 00:30:02 | Channeling inner Anna Faris-isms to play her daughter in Scary Movie 00:37:00 | Working with a dialect coach and stepping into the emotional shoes of a mother 00:39:11 | Embracing the terrifying and thrilling challenge of Wayans brothers-style improv 00:43:12 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Natalie Alyn Lind | From "The Goldbergs" to Paramount+’s "Dutton Ranch" | Poutine in Boots | 03 juin 2026 | 01:00:22 | |
Actor Natalie Alyn Lind from “The Goldbergs” and Paramount+'s “Dutton Ranch” joins us on Story & Craft. In this episode, Natalie opens up about what it was like growing up on a TV set and hitting major life milestones while playing Dana Caldwell on the hit sitcom “The Goldbergs”. She shares how those early experiences shaped her approach to acting, giving her the chops to step into her own producing role with the upcoming indie comedy/horror flick, “Halloween Store”. Natalie even geeks out over her love of classic horror films and what it's like to build a project from the ground up alongside her friends. The conversation naturally shifts to the sweltering heat of Texas and her immersion into cowboy camp for the highly anticipated series “Dutton Ranch”. Natalie talks about sliding into her character's well-worn boots, working on horseback, and the empowering feeling of being part of a Taylor Sheridan production. Plus, we bond over our shared love for authentic Canadian poutine, her very first celebrity crush, and why letting go of other people's expectations is the best advice she could give her younger self. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Natalie Alyn Lind joins Story & Craft 00:04:46 | Adjusting to the blistering Texas heat during night shoots 00:08:09 | The absolute necessity of authentic cheese curds in Canadian poutine 00:10:37 | Auditioning against her mom's last name to land her first role on “One Tree Hill” 00:13:33 | Hitting real-life milestones and having her first kiss while filming “The Goldbergs” 00:19:48 | Turning downtime into a creative spark to produce her love letter to comedy/horror films, “Halloween Store” 00:25:49 | Recording a full country album and dealing with prosthetics for “Tell Me a Story” 00:30:35 | The powerful female characters in the Taylor Sheridan universe and the real-life women who inspire them 00:37:33 | The grounding, gritty reality of attending real cowboy camp for “Dutton Ranch” 00:40:16 | Finding the sweet spot between authentic functional cowboy gear and character style 00:46:02 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Rex Linn | From "Cliffhanger" to NBC & Peacock's "Happy's Place" | Longhorn Drummer | 29 mai 2026 | 01:02:29 | |
Actor Rex Linn from “Cliffhanger” and NBC and Peacock's “Happy's Place” joins us on Story & Craft. Over his decades-long career, Rex has become a familiar face on television, appearing in major marquee shows like “CSI: Miami”, “Better Call Saul”, “Young Sheldon”, and “Big Sky”. We cover his early days growing up in Texas and Oklahoma, and how classic Universal movie monsters inspired him to pursue acting. Rex details the pivotal decision to leave his career in banking at age 34 to move to Los Angeles, eventually landing his breakout role opposite John Lithgow and Sylvester Stallone in “Cliffhanger”. He also shares insights into the fast-paced, improvisational nature of shooting a sitcom compared to dramatic television. Off the set, Rex talks about his lifelong passion for drumming, including the moment his fiancée, Reba McEntire, surprised him by having him play live on stage with her band. We also touch on the dynamics of working alongside Reba every day, our mutual appreciation for Whataburger, and the importance of simply being kind. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Rex Linn joins Story & Craft 00:06:52 | The unexpected classic movie monsters that inspired his acting career 00:10:56 | The Jack Nicholson performance that cemented his career path 00:13:33 | Leaving a career in Oklahoma banking to pursue acting at 34 00:15:42 | Landing a breakout role opposite John Lithgow and Sylvester Stallone 00:24:31 | Breaking a thumb on the congas to impress a high school crush 00:26:00 | The birthday surprise drum kit from Reba McEntire 00:30:54 | Playing the drums live on stage with Reba's touring band 00:37:47 | The advice John Lithgow shared about working on sitcoms 00:40:58 | The dynamic of rehearsing and acting alongside his fiancée 00:46:16 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Sofia Rosinsky | From "Death and Other Details" to Peacock’s "The Miniature Wife" | Living Truthfully | 22 mai 2026 | 00:50:46 | |
Actor Sofia Rosinsky from Hulu's “Death and Other Details” and Peacock's “The Miniature Wife” joins us on Story & Craft. Sofia shares the fascinating story of her unconventional path into the industry, revealing that an innocent trip to an acting camp unexpectedly put her in front of casting directors. Growing up in a deeply creative household, she was surrounded by cinema thanks to her independent filmmaker mother and musician father. She also opens up about her rigorous acting foundation, noting that she was raised on the Meisner technique directly passed down from her mother, who studied under the legendary Sanford Meisner. Beyond her recent high-profile roles, Sofia discusses her passion for dark comedies and producing independent films with her sister Alexis. She details the physical transformation required to play Mac on Prime Video's “Paper Girls” and the nerve-wracking yet magical experience of working with childhood idol Mandy Patinkin. The conversation also touches on her ongoing education at Berklee College of Music and plans for the future. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | Sofia Rosinsky joins Story & Craft 00:04:38 | Balancing an acting career with an online education at Berklee College of Music 00:07:17 | Growing up with a studio musician father who played on legendary film scores 00:14:30 | How a terrifying performance by Alec Guinness sparked her initial acting inspiration 00:16:18 | The innocent summer camp that accidentally launched her straight to casting directors 00:20:11 | The physical hair transformation for her role in Prime Video's “Paper Girls” 00:21:54 | The surreal experience of sharing the screen with the legendary Mandy Patinkin 00:24:49 | Learning the Meisner technique from her mother, who studied directly under Sanford Meisner 00:27:22 | Booking “The Miniature Wife” and working alongside Matthew Macfadyen and Elizabeth Banks 00:32:17 | Expanding her horizons by producing and writing an anthology feature with her sister 00:35:05 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| David Berry | Stories from Starz's "Outlander" | Presto & Bezza | 15 mai 2026 | 00:26:00 | |
Actor David Berry from Starz's “Outlander” joins us on Story & Craft. David shares the bittersweet reality of saying goodbye to a character he has inhabited for eight years as the series concludes. He breaks down the unique logistical gymnastics required to commute from his home in Sydney to the moody highlands of Scotland, including the nature of 25-hour flights. The conversation touches on the “larrikin” spirit of Australian culture and why Aussies feel a natural compulsion to shorten every name and word they encounter. We also get a glimpse into David’s life off-camera, from his former studies in politics to his very specific post-scene ritual involving a perfect burger. Whether discussing the “reverse colonialism” of an Australian actor playing a British officer or the challenge of finding healthy food in the land of fried Mars bars, David brings a thoughtful and witty perspective to the actor's life. He reflects on the importance of spontaneity and the advice he would give his younger, more anxious self about simply learning to relax. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 | David Berry joins Story & Craft 00:01:02 | The origin of Marc’s new Aussie nickname 00:03:16 | Exploring the cultural habit of Australian “shortenings” 00:04:28 | Defining the “larrikin” attitude toward authority 00:06:12 | The challenges of transitioning out of a long-running series 00:09:48 | The logistical hurdle of auditioning for global shows from Australia 00:11:32 | Navigating the 25-hour commute between Sydney and Scotland 00:12:13 | How the Scottish landscape becomes its own character on screen 00:14:10 | Comparing the healthy Sydney lifestyle to Scottish comfort food 00:15:00 | The reward of a perfect burger after a difficult scene 00:18:00 | The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Danay Garcia | From "Fear the Walking Dead" to NBC / Peacock's "M.I.A." | Food for the Soul | 08 mai 2026 | 01:04:36 | |
Actor Danay Garcia from AMC's “Fear the Walking Dead” and NBC and Peacock's “M.I.A.” joins us on Story & Craft. We talk about her journey arriving in Los Angeles from Havana, Cuba, and the reality of navigating the industry while tackling a profound language barrier. Danay shares memories from her early days, including the thrill of getting her first major break shooting Super Bowl commercials alongside Snoop Dogg and Guy Ritchie. She also opens up about surviving the apocalypse for seven seasons on AMC's hit series, and the incredible, set-blessing presence of Edward James Olmos on her newest project. Plus, Danay gives us a glimpse into her passion for food and community, sharing how cooking traditional Cuban dishes live on Instagram kept her connected to her fans during the pandemic. We also explore the intense, one-hour-and-45-minute in-person audition that landed her the role in NBC / Peacock's crime thriller, “M.I.A.”, and why she always says “yes” to stepping into the unknown. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Danay Garcia joins Story & Craft 00:01:43 - Settling into Texas 00:09:25 - Why an apocalypse led by a female character made the prequel to The Walking Dead so enticing 00:11:01 - Having lunch at the exact spot where they filmed the “Titanic” infinity pool 00:13:08 - Arriving in Los Angeles from Havana and realizing the true challenge of the language barrier 00:18:04 - Breaking into the American industry shooting Super Bowl commercials with Guy Ritchie and Snoop Dogg 00:20:19 - Growing up in Cuba with a father who poured drinks at Ernest Hemingway's favorite bars 00:27:00 - Nurturing connection by teaching her fans how to cook traditional Cuban food live during the pandemic 00:43:07 - Enduring a grueling one-hour-and-45-minute in-person audition to land her role in “M.I.A.” 00:46:50 - Working alongside the iconic Edward James Olmos and feeling his presence bless the set 00:49:00 - The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Thom Harp | From "The Donor Party" to "Home Delivery" | Embracing the Ridiculous | 04 mai 2026 | 01:03:30 | |
Writer and director Thom Harp from “The Donor Party” and “Home Delivery” joins us on Story & Craft. Thom brings a fantastic energy to the conversation, sharing how his background as a cinematographer in Seattle eventually shaped his approach to humane comedy. We talk about the importance of giving actors the space to just play and trust their instincts on set. It’s always fun getting to hear about the process behind creating those incredibly messy, yet hilariously relatable human moments that define his style. We also get into some great stories about his unique writing methods and how an “explosive diaper” moment changed the trajectory of his creative choices. Thom reminds us that life is pretty ridiculous, and sometimes the best way to deal with the madness is just to point a camera at it and embrace the laughs. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Thom Harp joins Story & Craft 00:02:19 - Guitars, The Cars, and safely navigating a midlife crisis. 00:09:31 - How Monty Python's Flying Circus completely rewired his creative brain. 00:21:28 - Cultivating a safe, playful environment on set for actors. 00:23:48 - The strategic genius of casting dramatic actors in comedic roles. 00:30:10 - Thom’s unique “magnet” method for developing script ideas. 00:34:35 - Why the best comedy requires putting your hero in the absolute worst situation. 00:38:57 - Casting Joe Pantoliano against type to find the moral heart of the film. 00:46:24 - The “explosive diaper” moment that forever changed his view on comedy. 00:55:33 - The Seven Questions. STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Meaghan Rath | From CBS's "Hawaii Five-0" to AMC's "The Audacity" | Un voyage de La Métropole à l'Audace | 27 avr. 2026 | 01:04:38 | |
Actor Meaghan Rath from CBS's “Hawaii Five-0” and AMC's “The Audacity” joins us on Story & Craft. Meaghan looks back on living on Oahu for “Hawaii Five-0,” from favorite beaches to island food. We talk about playing Anushka Bhattachera-Phister, a chief ethicist in a corrupt tech world, on “The Audacity,” and what the show taught her about privacy and data. She also shares her Montreal upbringing, her Jewish and Indian-Catholic heritage, and being discovered as a teen actor. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Meaghan Rath joins Story & Craft 03:36 Hawaii Five-0 Memories 05:55 Beaches and Island Food 09:30 How She Got Cast 11:56 Canada Roots and Family 16:25 Finding Acting Early 19:59 Meeting Her Husband 23:43 The New Series “Audacity” 28:50 Tech Culture and Social Media 34:14 Privacy Wake Up Call 35:29 Haunted House Memories 37:48 Drama Comedy Balance 39:14 Dense Scripts And Accent 42:50 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Johnny Ray Gill | From SundanceTV's "Rectify" to Prime Video's "Cross" | Tale of a Prospective Gent | 24 avr. 2026 | 01:11:21 | |
Actor Johnny Ray Gill from SundanceTV's “Rectify” and Prime Video's “Cross” joins us on Story & Craft. Johnny talks about growing up in Portland's Black Northeast community, starting in spoken-word poetry inspired by the film “Slam,” and his path from USC film school to Temple and UC San Diego's theater program. We talk about booking “Harry's Law,” what artists owe audiences, his climate-focused script “Laying Pipe,” and how he was offered his role in season 2 of “Cross.” SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Johnny Ray Gill joins Story & Craft 02:24 From Portland to LA 03:23 Working Class Roots 04:48 Choosing the Arts 08:09 Spoken Word Origin Story 11:28 College Path and Drama School 15:10 Hip Hop and Early Influences 17:10 Art Versus Commerce 20:25 Screenwriting and Truth 22:03 Pitching Laying Pipe 29:45 How Cross Came Together 34:31 Persistence and Knowing Your Vocation 36:31 New Passions Nature and Animals 40:03 Plants Pets Travel 41:40 Indigenous Symbiosis 44:26 Cross Writing Process 45:17 Bobby Trey’s Capitalism 48:34 Shreveport Food Authenticity 51:06 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Rob Corddry | From "Old School" to AMC's "The Audacity" | Normal From Across the Street | 16 avr. 2026 | 01:07:51 | |
Actor Rob Corddry from “Old School” and AMC's “The Audacity” joins us on Story & Craft. Rob's work includes “The Daily Show,” “Children's Hospital,” “Ballers,” “Top Gear America,” “Old School,” “The Heartbreak Kid” and “Hot Tub Time Machine.” We talk about moving from Massachusetts to Los Angeles, acting with Ben and Jerry Stiller, the pace of “The Daily Show,” his early hopes of Shakespeare, and his new AMC show “The Audacity.” SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Rob Corddry joins Story & Craft 03:39 East Coast to LA Move 04:05 Seth MacFarlane The Winner 05:40 Ben Stiller Family Scene 09:51 Cedar Rapids and Dark Horses 11:45 Daily Show Era Origins 16:06 Daily Show Grind Today 18:47 Playing Ari Fleischer 20:41 Shakespeare Dreams New York 24:37 Parents Support and Naivete 28:39 Kids and Clown Makeup 31:26 Top Gear America Cars 34:04 First Car Gen X Nostalgia 35:33 Brat Pack Inspirations 36:30 Cusack and Chevy Stories 38:15 Why “Arthur” Hits Hard 40:08 Grounded Absurd Comedy 41:57 Choosing Roles and Auditions 43:29 Writing Mysteries and Spies 44:35 Lynch and Weird Worlds 45:53 Children's Hospital Logic 47:31 Indie Film Comeback Hopes 52:48 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| D.B. Sweeney | From "The Cutting Edge" to "Protector" | Crafting His Recipe | 01 avr. 2026 | 00:44:44 | |
Actor D.B. Sweeney from “The Cutting Edge” and “Protector” joins us on Story & Craft. D.B.'s work includes “The Cutting Edge,” “Eight Men Out” and “Memphis Belle,” for which he trained with retired SAS soldiers and flew in real B-17s. We talk about growing up on Long Island, playing baseball at Tulane, and getting his start from Francis Ford Coppola in “Gardens of Stone.” He also shares his voiceover work, his love of cooking, directing “Two Tickets to Paradise,” and his new film “Protector.” SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 D.B. Sweeney joins Story & Craft 03:20 Memphis Belle Bootcamp 05:13 B17 Death Star Tactics 10:03 Voiceover Career Highlights 12:34 Origin Story Long Island 13:21 Tulane Baseball And New Orleans 15:39 Cooking Signature Dishes 19:54 Broadway Breakthrough 21:10 Coppola Casting Break 22:44 Baseball Roles and Heroes 26:15 The Cutting Edge 28:30 Movies Then and Now 31:33 Directing and Next Projects 33:52 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Olivia Taylor Dudley | From Syfy's "The Magicians" to "Touch Me" | Aliens & Nerdy Magic | 24 mars 2026 | 00:53:56 | |
Actor Olivia Taylor Dudley from Syfy's “The Magicians” and “Touch Me” joins us on Story & Craft. Olivia talks about her lifelong fascination with aliens, how she fell into producing through “Five Second Films,” and moving to Los Angeles at 17. We talk about her new sci-fi horror comedy “Touch Me,” her time on “The Magicians,” her voiceover and audiobook work, and why horror can feel comforting. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Olivia Taylor Dudley joins Story & Craft 02:53 Rescue Dogs and Hairless Breeds 04:12 Producing and Wearing Many Hats 05:43 ADHD and Loving the Edit 07:45 Five Second Films Origins 10:35 Patton Oswalt Connection 11:32 Dropping Out and Moving to LA 12:59 The Exorcist and Finding Acting 15:29 Horror Sci Fi Upbringing 17:52 SETI Aliens and Disclosure Talk 21:12 Touch Me Alien Horror Comedy 24:42 Family Background Horses and Ranch 25:43 Grandma the Space Nerd 26:03 Ranch Stargazing Mysteries 27:46 Touch Me Origins 32:33 Inside The Magicians 35:24 Why Horror Works 37:06 Theatrical Versus Streaming 41:20 Upcoming Projects Update 42:07 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Joel Church-Cooper | From IFC's "Brockmire" to FOX's "Going Dutch" | Home Runs & Dutch Treats | 16 mars 2026 | 01:25:39 | |
Writer and producer Joel Church-Cooper from IFC's “Brockmire” and FOX's “Going Dutch” joins us on Story & Craft. Joel's work includes “Going Dutch,” “Brockmire,” “Future Man” and “Undateable.” We talk about his Northern California upbringing, his video store film education, and influences like “The Kids in the Hall” and “Mr. Show.” He also shares the real Army base that inspired “Going Dutch,” how “Brockmire” evolved, working with Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, and how algorithms and second-screen viewing are changing TV. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Joel Church-Cooper joins Story & Craft 03:29 Film Nerd Origins 04:56 Video Store Era Stories 13:21 Comedy Influences and Sketch Classics 17:24 Public Access and Media Power 26:02 Going Dutch and Algorithm Notes 28:54 What He Watches Now 33:15 Kids Movies and YouTube Brain Rot 41:57 Chasing Authenticity 42:33 Brockmeyer Origins 49:05 Baseball as Existential Comedy 51:07 Future Man Writers Room 57:39 Why “Going Dutch” was set in The Netherlands 01:01:36 Culture Clash Comedy 01:03:13 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Kevin Kane | From Hulu's "Life & Beth" to NBC's "Law & Order: SVU" | Shy Man’s Revenge | 23 févr. 2026 | 00:51:12 | |
Actor Kevin Kane from Hulu's “Life & Beth” and NBC's “Law & Order: SVU” joins us on Story & Craft. Kevin talks about growing up around Philadelphia and Myrtle Beach, catching the acting bug from a school report on James Cagney, and studying Meisner at the William Esper Studio. We talk about his long collaboration with Amy Schumer on “Inside Amy Schumer” and “Trainwreck,” booking “Law & Order” with encouragement from Jerry Orbach, and how guest spots on “SVU” led to his role as Detective Terry Bruno. He also shares working on “The Irishman.” SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Kevin Kane joins Story & Craft 03:23 From Philly to Myrtle Beach: Growing Up in Seasonal Towns 04:45 College Breakthrough: Acting Electives & Realizing It’s Possible 06:17 Philly Traditions Explained: The Wild Mummers Parade 09:41 Catching the Acting Bug: Jimmy Cagney, Old Movies & Film Obsessions 11:41 ’80s/’90s Pop Culture, Music, and the Ice-T Connection 14:43 Shy Kid to Performer: Barroom Stages, Fear, and Moving to New York 16:23 Why New York (Not LA): Theater Dreams & Acting Heroes 18:01 Comedy vs Drama: Versatility, SNL Era Influences & Finding Your Lane 19:58 Family Reactions + “Acting Is a Shy Man’s Revenge” 21:42 Training at William Esper Studio: Meisner Technique & Finding Your Tribe 24:16 Meeting Amy Schumer: Showcase to Theater Company & Making Your Own Work 26:10 Breaking into the Dick Wolf Universe: First Law & Order Audition 27:17 SVU Guest Roles to Series Regular: Bonding with Mariska Hargitay 28:18 Comedy Fundraisers to Inside Amy Schumer: Getting Pulled Into Sketch TV 29:46 On the Trainwreck Set: Writing Alt Jokes with Judd Apatow 33:27 Life on SVU in NYC: How Real Cops React to the Show 34:15 Scorsese’s The Irishman: Fittings, De Niro, and Feeling Old in a ’90s Suit 36:14 Actor vs. Multi-Hyphenate: Where the Work Feels Most Grueling 37:41 The “Seven Questions” STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Ken Leung | From ABC's "Lost" to HBO's "Industry" | Raised by Acting | 22 janv. 2026 | 00:46:50 | |
Actor Ken Leung from ABC's “Lost” and HBO's “Industry” joins us on Story & Craft. Ken's work includes “Rush Hour,” “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” “The Sopranos” and “Lost.” We talk about how he got into acting, playing very different characters across genres, the impact of “Lost,” the new season of “Industry,” and his film “Project Hail Mary” with Ryan Gosling and Milana Vayntrub. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:32 Guest Introduction: Ken Leung 01:15 Substack and Listener Engagement 02:45 Interview Begins: Ken's Background 06:16 Growing Up in New York 09:43 Acting Journey and Family Dynamics 12:37 Learning Through Acting 20:39 Working with Sidney Lumet 23:10 Landing the Role in Lost 26:26 Experiencing Hawaii and Settling In 27:28 The Evolution of Lost 27:46 The Impact of Streaming on TV Shows 31:17 Transition to Industry 35:52 Project Hail Mary and Future Projects 38:12 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Thomas Jane | From "The Expanse" to Prime Video's "Play Dirty" | Throwing Dreams Into Space | 17 nov. 2025 | 01:22:49 | |
Actor Thomas Jane from “The Expanse” and Prime Video's “Play Dirty” joins us on Story & Craft. Thomas's work includes “The Expanse,” “Boogie Nights,” “The Punisher,” “The Mist” and HBO's “Hung.” We talk about his path from Maryland to Hollywood, his love of storytelling, and the joys and challenges of acting. He also shares his graphic novels and the book he is writing about alien visitors. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Thomas Jane joins Story & Craft 03:26 Thomas Jane's Early Life and Career Beginnings 08:48 The Expanse and Sci-Fi Genre 13:54 Playing Mickey Mantle 18:34 High School and Early Acting 27:47 Reflections on Education and Society 36:32 Independent Films and Future Projects 43:17 Sci-Fi and Authentic Stories 44:26 Advice to Aspiring Actors 46:00 Family and Personal Life 48:38 Memories of Paul Reubens 53:31 Working with Talented Directors 55:38 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Danny O'Malley | Stories from Netflix's "Chef's Table" | Culinary Storyteller | 22 août 2025 | 00:41:55 | |
Producer Danny O'Malley from Netflix's “Chef's Table” joins us on Story & Craft. Danny is a Grammy and James Beard Award nominee with an Emmy nomination for “Chef's Table.” We talk about Anthony Bourdain's impact, Chicago pizza, memorable meals, and how food bridges cultures. Danny also shares his Greek heritage, his love of Chinese food, and his company Before the Butcher. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Danny O'Malley joins Story & Craft 01:34 Chicago Roots and Pizza Preferences 04:10 Journey into Food Television 07:19 Food and Cultural Connections 08:58 Anthony Bourdain’s Impact 17:03 Memorable Culinary Experiences 20:34 A Culinary Journey Through History 25:18 Exploring Food Cultures and Personal Favorites 27:47 The Uncharted Territory of African Cuisine 29:19 The Evolution of Food Programming 33:03 The Seven Questions #storyandcraft #Cooking #Restaurants #Chefs #FoodNetwork #FoodTV STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Larry Charles | From NBC's "Seinfeld" to "Comedy Samurai: Forty Years of Blood, Guts, and Laughter" | Comedy Samurai | 11 août 2025 | 01:17:29 | |
Writer and director Larry Charles from NBC's “Seinfeld,” author of “Comedy Samurai,” joins us on Story & Craft. Larry's work includes “Seinfeld,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Entourage,” “Mad About You,” “Borat,” “The Dictator” and “The Comedians.” We talk about his memoir, “Comedy Samurai: Forty Years of Blood, Guts, and Laughter,” his path from Brooklyn to Hollywood, and working with Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David, Sacha Baron Cohen, Bob Dylan and Bill Maher. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Larry Charles joins Story & Craft 02:43 Larry Charles' Personal Story 02:58 Impact of Losing a Home 07:34 Comedy in Tragedy 08:37 The Influence of George Carlin 13:32 Creating Content in the Digital Age 18:50 Larry Charles' Early Life and Family 29:08 Jewish Influence in Comedy 34:15 Comedy Inspirations and Influences 40:17 Exploring Comedy Preferences 42:24 The Pressure of Producing Sitcoms 43:42 The Evolution of Comedy 44:37 Behind the Scenes of Entourage 49:32 Directing Borat 52:05 The Joys and Challenges of Directing 55:58 The Seven Questions 58:50 Dream Dinner Guests 01:01:07 Religulous and Satirizing Religion 01:05:08 Celebrity Crushes and Desert Island Picks 01:12:10 Advice to My Younger Self STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine | From "The Chi" to Apple TV+'s "Smoke" | Ugandan Moving Pictures | 03 juil. 2025 | 00:51:24 | |
Actor Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine from “The Chi” and Apple TV+'s “Smoke” joins us on Story & Craft. Ntare's work includes “The Chi” and “Treme,” with “Dexter: Resurrection” and “Washington Black” coming up. We talk about his Ugandan heritage, his path into acting, and his long-term documentary project “Memories of Love Returned.” SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine joins Story & Craft 02:20 Ntare's Background and Family 03:27 Journey into Acting 10:12 Life in New York and Los Angeles 12:52 Cultural Connections and Cuisine 16:07 Colonial History and Family Lineage 18:49 Acting Career Highlights 21:04 Landing the Role in “Smoke” 24:49 Unexpected Career Paths 27:25 Family and Acting 29:26 Cultural Connections and Cooking 31:24 Upcoming Projects 37:05 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Mariana Treviño | From "A Man Called Otto" to Apple TV+'s "Stick" | La Mamá Golfista de Monterrey | 20 juin 2025 | 00:36:45 | |
Actor Mariana Treviño from “A Man Called Otto” and Apple TV+'s “Stick” joins us on Story & Craft. Mariana's work spans “A Man Called Otto” and a long list of film and TV in Mexico. We talk about her Mexican roots, how she found acting, working with Owen Wilson and Marc Maron on “Stick,” and family trips to South Padre Island, Texas. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Mariana Treviño joins Story & Craft 01:30 Mariana's Background and Career 02:08 Monterey and Family Connections 04:11 Acting Journey and Inspirations 07:24 Golf and Life Metaphors 09:56 Theater and TV Career 13:11 Cultural Heritage and Memories 16:20 On-Set Experiences and Chemistry 19:00 Reflecting on Character Dynamics 19:25 Working With Marc Maron 20:58 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Brandon Lessard | From "Murder at Yellowstone City" to "The Unholy Trinity" | Montana Movie Magic | 14 juin 2025 | 00:54:17 | |
Actor Brandon Lessard from “Murder at Yellowstone City” and “The Unholy Trinity” joins us on Story & Craft. Brandon talks about working with Pierce Brosnan, Samuel L. Jackson and David Arquette on “The Unholy Trinity,” a Western shot in Montana, and the physical demands of the shoot. We also talk about his path from Fairfax, Virginia to Los Angeles, his writing, and his love of historical dramas. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Brandon Lessard joins Story & Craft 01:30 Brandon's Background and Journey to Acting 02:56 Family and Early Influences 07:30 Musical Tastes and Influences 09:58 Acting Inspirations and Favorite Roles 13:15 The Unholy Trinity: Behind the Scenes 20:20 Filming in Montana 25:15 The Crew and Filming Challenges 27:13 Childhood Inspirations and Favorite Genres 28:48 Admiration for Vince Gilligan and Taylor Sheridan 30:01 Star Wars Fandom and Western Roles 36:34 Balancing Acting and Personal Life 37:57 Memorable Moments with Iconic Actors 42:53 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Annalise Basso | From TNT's "Snowpiercer" to "The Life of Chuck" | A Key of Imagination | 12 juin 2025 | 01:00:46 | |
Actor Annalise Basso from TNT's “Snowpiercer” and “The Life of Chuck” joins us on Story & Craft. Annalise's work includes “Captain Fantastic” and “Snowpiercer.” We talk about her career from childhood to now, growing up in Missouri with a brother and sister who also act, and how ballet and surfing keep her grounded. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Annalise Basso joins Story & Craft 02:23 Family and Pets 03:04 Acting Career and Experiences 06:36 Life in LA and Family Dynamics 07:37 Childhood and Early Career 24:45 Living at Oakwood and Stage Parents 31:29 Discussing the Cast and Plot of the Movie 32:10 Reflections on Life and Acting 33:59 Current TV and Movie Recommendations 36:19 Childhood Movie Memories 38:25 The Value of Physical Photos and Videos 40:30 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Felix Solis | From "Ozark" to Netflix's "Sirens" | Sirens & an Isle of Enchantment | 06 juin 2025 | 01:14:23 | |
Actor Felix Solis from “Ozark” and Netflix's “Sirens” joins us on Story & Craft. Felix's work also includes “The Rookie: Feds.” We talk about growing up in New York City, starting in theater, and moving into television. He shares his connection to the Beastie Boys, a memorable encounter with Anthony Bourdain, his Puerto Rican heritage, and his rescue dogs. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Felix Solis joins Story & Craft 01:42 Felix Solis and his New York history 02:43 Felix Solis on Atlanta and Ozark 05:41 Anthony Bourdain Anecdote 10:07 Theater Beginnings and Philip Seymour Hoffman 20:15 Growing Up in New York 25:48 Family Background and Multicultural Upbringing 30:18 Career Moves and The Rookie 35:30 Life with Rescue Dogs 38:40 Dog Sitting and Travel 39:14 Auditioning for Ozark 42:46 Representation in Media 46:04 Puerto Rican Cuisine and Cooking 47:39 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Reed Diamond | From ABC's "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." to "Drop" | Multi-Faceted Family Man | 20 mai 2025 | 01:11:18 | |
Actor Reed Diamond from ABC's “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Drop” joins us on Story & Craft. Reed's work includes “Memphis Belle,” “Homicide: Life on the Street,” “Orphan Black: Echoes” and “Moneyball.” We talk about his training at Juilliard, his passion for music, his new film “Drop,” and working with his family. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Reed Diamond joins Story & Craft 01:49 Reed's Life in Canada and Maine 11:20 Reed's Musical Journey 27:18 The Magic of Movie Soundtracks 33:45 Juilliard Experience 34:59 Deciding to Pursue Acting at Julliard 36:32 Early Influences and Family Background 39:07 First Big Break and Career Beginnings 41:29 Memorable Projects and Experiences 45:50 The Joy of Acting and Future Aspirations 49:08 Personal Life and Family Dynamics 54:05 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Alex Wolff | From "Hereditary" to MUBI's "Magic Farm" | Life & Chord Progressions | 17 mai 2025 | 00:22:02 | |
Actor and musician Alex Wolff from “Hereditary” and MUBI's “Magic Farm” joins us on Story & Craft. Alex's work includes “A Quiet Place: Day One,” “Oppenheimer,” “A Good Person,” “Hereditary” and the “Jumanji” films. We talk about working with M. Night Shyamalan and Christopher Nolan, his music with his brother, Nat Wolff, and performing with his jazz pianist father at Madison Square Garden while on tour with Billie Eilish. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Alex Wolff joins Story & Craft 01:39 Alex Wolf's Acting Journey 03:10 New Film: Magic Farm 05:02 Musical Influences and Family 08:53 Creative Process and Inspirations 16:43 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Jim Murphy | Stories from "Inner Excellence" | 29 avr. 2025 | 00:44:12 | |
Performance coach Jim Murphy, author of “Inner Excellence,” joins us on Story & Craft. Jim talks about his years as a professional baseball player, his mother's samurai heritage, and his move into coaching. He shares how he wrote “Inner Excellence” while living alone in the desert, and how it took off when the Philadelphia Eagles' A.J. Brown was seen reading it on the sidelines during a playoff game. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Jim Murphy joins Story & Craft 01:01 Jim Murphy's Athletic Journey 05:52 Transition to Coaching 09:30 Cultural Influences and Personal Philosophy 20:03 Reflections on Dreams and Aspirations 21:37 Introduction to Living a Full Life 21:46 Desert Experience and Personal Transformation 27:30 Impact of AJ Brown and Future Goals 33:58 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Asher Grodman | From HBO's "Bookie" to CBS's "Ghosts" | Farm to Screen Acting | 25 avr. 2025 | 01:03:03 | |
Actor Asher Grodman from HBO's “Bookie” and CBS's “Ghosts” joins us on Story & Craft. Asher talks about growing up shy on a farm in New Jersey and what his Bar Mitzvah taught him about performing. We talk about his early career, his love of football, the mockumentary he made for the Jacksonville Jaguars, and playing a character on “Ghosts” who never wears pants. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Asher Grodman joins Story & Craft 03:19 Asher's Background and Upbringing 09:58 Early Acting Experiences 15:13 Pursuing Acting in High School and College 24:50 The Jacksonville Jaguars Project 32:48 Winning Awards and Recognition 34:07 Auditioning for Ghosts 36:45 The Unique Concept of Ghosts 40:16 The Casting Process and Table Read 42:14 The Impact of COVID-19 44:22 The Ensemble Cast and Collaboration 48:00 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Tone Bell | From CBS's "Fam" to Netflix's "Survival of the Thickest" | Comedy, Family & Staying Thirsty | 11 avr. 2025 | 00:41:46 | |
Comedian Tone Bell from CBS's “Fam” and Netflix's “Survival of the Thickest” joins us on Story & Craft. Tone's work also includes the film “Trigger Warning” with Jessica Alba and the Kathy Bates comedy “Disjointed.” We talk about growing up in Atlanta, touring as a stand-up, his early influences, and how his family and personal life shape his comedy. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Tone Bell joins Story & Craft 01:51 Tone Bell's Journey to Austin 05:15 Comedy Beginnings and Inspirations 07:36 The Realities of Touring as a Comedian 13:30 Comedy Styles and Influences 17:33 Family and Personal Life 21:42 Transition to Acting and Comedy 22:14 Theater Experiences and Challenges 24:40 Television Aspirations and Family Influence 26:38 College Days and Early Career 29:56 Acting Roles and Collaborations 33:16 Personal Reflections and Future Plans 33:47 The Seven Questions STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Virginia Gardner | From Hulu's "Runaways" to "F Marry Kill" | How to FMK to a 90's Soundtrack | 14 mars 2025 | 00:58:35 | |
Actor Virginia Gardner from Hulu's “Runaways” and “F Marry Kill” joins us on Story & Craft. Virginia's work includes “Halloween,” “Runaways,” “Project Almanac,” and “Beautiful Disaster” and “Beautiful Wedding” with Dylan Sprouse. We talk about moving from Sacramento to Los Angeles at 16, going from modeling to acting, and her love of '90s rock. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Virginia Gardner joins Story & Craft 02:30 Virginia's Early Life and Career Beginnings 05:19 First Acting Experiences and Moving to LA 07:58 Transition to Acting and First Major Film Role 19:46 Working with Dylan Sprouse and Lucy Hale 22:38 Traveling for Work and Filming Challenges 26:10 Wine Adventures and Personal Life 30:09 True Crime Podcasts and Online Dating 31:33 Gen Z and Traditional Dating 32:21 The Trad Wife Trend 33:51 Life with a Touring Musician 36:57 Nineties Music Nostalgia 39:59 The Seven Questions 50:58 Perfect Day and Career Reflections 55:53 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts STAY IN THE KNOW
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| Laura Murphy | From Comedy Central's "Nora from Queens" to "F Marry Kill" | From MTV to FMK | 12 mars 2025 | 01:00:00 | |
Director Laura Murphy from Comedy Central's “Nora from Queens” and “F Marry Kill” joins us on Story & Craft. “F Marry Kill” stars Lucy Hale and Virginia Gardner. We talk about Laura's path from writing and directing at MTV to working with Awkwafina, Iliza Schlesinger and John Oliver, her approach to filmmaking, and her love of comedy. She also shares how she balances motherhood with her career. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Laura Murphy joins Story & Craft 01:30 Laura Murphy's Early Career 05:32 Journey to MTV and Promos 08:16 Directing and Comedy 25:20 Balancing Work and Family 30:45 Influences and Inspirations 33:12 Caddyshack and Comedy Classics 33:58 Screening Anxiety and Audience Reactions 35:48 Current TV Shows and British Dramas 38:32 The Seven Questions 40:31 Dream Conversations and Influential Figures 45:06 Celebrity Crushes and Nostalgia 47:24 Island Essentials: Movies and Music 50:24 Perfect Day and Simple Luxuries 53:40 Alternative Careers and Detective Dreams 54:25 Advice to Younger Self STAY IN THE KNOW
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