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James Comey | Say More...
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
06/20/24 • 63 min
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with Former FBI Director & Author, James Comey. Comey shares a humorous anecdote about a prank played on him in college, discusses his new crime novel “Westport”, and reflects on his career in law enforcement and government...as well as the challenges of having worked as the FBI Director during the Trump administration. He opens up about his motivations, personal experiences, and the impact of his work on his family. Comey talks about the importance of diversity within the FBI, his unplanned career trajectory, and his new life as an author. The discussion also touches on memorable moments from the Showtime series “The Comey Rule”, including his interactions with Jeff Daniels, who portrayed him. Additionally, Comey divulges his daily routine, his love for writing and storytelling, and the influence of his life experiences on his creative works.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
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
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#podcast #Comey #JamesComey #JimComey #FBI #FederalBureauofInvestigation #Author #Westport #TheComeyRule #Trump #DonaldTrump #45 #DOJ #Attorney #storyandcraft
Logan Macrae | A Model Actor
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
07/24/22 • 49 min
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor, Logan Macrae. He’s co-starring along with Daisy Edgar-Jones in the new film, Where The Crawdads Sing. You can also catch him in the Apple TV+ show, Black Bird. Logan’s career has quickly evolved from working as a fashion model to staying busy as a film and television actor. We cover a lot of ground, as we chat about his work on camera and what it’s like to make the transition from model to actor. We even talk food, as we discuss some great places to eat in New Orleans. It’s a great chat and a pleasure to talk story with Logan Macrae.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
0:00:02 - From Modeling to Acting
0:10:08 - Shooting a Film and Pursuing Acting
0:19:09 - Comedy, Acting, and Film Experiences
0:28:16 - Modeling Misconceptions and New Orleans Living
0:38:21 - Seven Questions
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#podcast #interview #LoganMacrae #WhereTheCrawdadsSing #CrawdadsMovie #Movie #BlackBird #AppleTV #actor #acting #actorslife #storyandcraft #voiceover #voiceactor #voiceovercoach #volife #model #fashionmodel #NewOrleans #NewOrleansActor #NOLA #LouisianaFilm #HollywoodSouth #NewOrleansFood #NOLAFood #NOLAFoodie
Dane Cook | Breathe & Believe
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
11/29/22 • 67 min
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, I have a great conversation with legendary comedian, Dane Cook. He’s got a new comedy special called Above it All. We discuss his new show, as well as his journey in comedy...from being inspired by George Carlin to his own rise in the comedy world, as well as the Zen of Myspace. Dane shares stories of his career, including his first time hosting Saturday Night Live, working with Betty White, and his experiences in films like Waiting, Planes, Dan in Real Life, Good Luck Chuck, Employee of The Month and My Best Friend’s Girl.
Dane and I also discuss the importance of family and mentorship in his career. He talks about the support from his parents and the impact they had on his comedic style, as well as the guidance from his high school drama teacher. We discuss the early days of Dane's comedy journey and how he became the voice for a generation.
Finally, we touch on the ever-changing landscape of comedy and the influence of comedians from the past. From admiring George Carlin and Robin Williams to collaborating with contemporary comedians like Bill Hader and Kristen Wiig, Dane Cook shares his thoughts on the evolution of comedy and what it takes to succeed in the industry. This episode is a must-listen for comedy fans and aspiring comedians alike!
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
0:03:21 - Gen X Awkwardness Nailed
0:10:58 - IMAX Comedy Special on Home Porch
0:19:11 - Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt
0:29:40 - Bob Saget's Legacy and Love
0:34:44 - Comedic Influences and Lack of Template
0:38:29 - Living in Belushi's Apartment
0:40:47 - Backstage at SNL With Don Pardo
0:52:21 - Betty White and Childhood Memories
1:00:31 - Acting Inspiration From Stand-Up Career
1:03:24 - Advice From the Past
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#podcast #interview #DaneCook #actor #comedian #comedy #standup #AboveitAll #SNL #SaturdayNightLive #BettyWhite #GoldenGirls #BobSaget #OnlineMarketing #acting #actorslife #storyandcraft #voiceover #voiceactor #voiceovercoach
Graham McTavish | Men in Kilts
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
07/07/23 • 54 min
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor, Graham McTavish. We chat about working on the STARZ series, Outlander, as well as the show he and his Outlander co-star, Sam Heughan created for STARZ, Men and Kilts: A Road Trip with Sam and Graham. The new season debuts on STARZ on August 11th. We also chat about acting on the Netflix series, The Witcher, as well as the Game of Thrones prequel, House of The Dragon on Max.
We discuss Graham’s life growing up in Scotland, to his study in London, to decades working and acting in projects around the world. We also chat about his memorable experiences on TV projects like 24, Preacher and the The Hobbit series of films. We also touch on his latest projects, including the independent movie Somewhere in Montana and season four of The Witcher.
It was a pleasure to bring you this intriguing chat with the talented actor and proper Scotsman, Graham McTavish!
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
0:03:13 - Scottish Ancestry and Family History
0:08:32 - Unscripted and Improvisational
0:12:13 - Shakespeare's Folio and Acting Career
0:18:25 - Contradictions in Beautiful New Zealand
0:21:24 - Family Background and Acting Opportunities
0:28:19 - Discovering Passion for Acting
0:34:16 - Touring Across America
0:40:01 - Being in the Hobbit
0:42:46 - Upcoming Projects and Travel Challenges
0:50:43 - Career Paths and Advice
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#podcast #interview #GrahamMcTavish #Starz #Outlander #OutlanderStarz #MeninKilts #MeninKiltsSTARZ #Netflix #TheWitcher #WitcherNetflix #GameofThrones #HouseofTheDragon #HouseofTheDragonHBO #Max #StreamonMax #TheHobbit #TheHobbitMovie #actor #acting #actorslife #storyandcraft #voiceover #voiceactor #voiceovercoach
LaMonica Garrett | Soldiering Across Time
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
05/10/22 • 51 min
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with LaMonica Garrett. Though he was originally on track to be a professional football player, he transitioned to making a name for himself by tackling a wide range of television and film roles. Most recently, he co-starred as Thomas on the Paramount+ show, 1883. His diverse work in television includes Sons of Anarchy, Designated Survivor, The Last Ship and even time playing in the DC Universe as The Monitor/Anti-Monitor. HIs film credits include Transformers: Dark of The Moon, XOXO and Daddy’s Home. This July, he will be co-starring with Chris Pratt in the Amazon Prime show, The Terminal List. LaMonica is a talented actor with a great story and the kind of motivational vibe that will inspire and entertain.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
0:04:03 - Terminalist Release and Plot Discussion
0:10:54 - Introduction to Country Music and Fitness
0:15:46 - Journey From Football to Acting
0:21:05 - The Impact of Sam Elliott
0:27:04 - Slamball and Transition to Acting
0:30:24 - Filming in Puerto Rico With Fantasy Island
0:39:16 - Maintaining Energy and Work Schedule
0:44:15 - Seven Questions
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#podcast #interview #LaMonicaGarrett #Actor #1883Official #1883 #ParamountPlus #TerminalListPV #TheTerminalList #PrimeVideo #AmazonPrime #SonsofAnarchy #DesignatedSurvivor #TheLastShip #TheLastShipTNT #BuffaloSoldier #SlamBall #acting #actorslife #storyandcraft #voiceover
Chris Baker | Creating Your Own Story
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
04/12/22 • 57 min
This week on The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor and writer, Chris Baker. He has made a name for himself on YouTube. Now, he’s beginning to break out with his first feature length film, The Estate. He wrote and starred in this film, which is currently available on Hulu. We talk about making movies, inspiration and how to carve out your own creative space. Chris was a great guest and I’m happy to share his story.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
0:00:02 - Interview With Filmmaker Chris Baker
0:04:13 - Web Series Success and Controversial Removal
0:13:38 - LGBTQ+ Representation in Young Adult Entertainment
0:17:51 - Influential Actors and Pleasing Audiences
0:24:44 - Changing Landscape of Film and Streaming
0:31:02 - Streaming's Impact on Movie Viewing
0:38:38 - Resurgence of Adult-Oriented Movies
0:50:05 - Seven Questions
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#podcast #interview #ChrisBaker #Actor #TheEstate #gayfilm #lgbtqfilm #Hulu #acting #actorslife #storyandcraft #voiceover #voiceactor
Dimitri Leonidas | A Charioteer's Journey
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
07/10/24 • 62 min
On this episode of Story & Craft, we sit down with actor Dimitri Leonidas, who is known for a number of projects, including his role as Hober Mallow in the Apple+ series, “Foundation”...as well as the new Roland Emmerich series, “Those About to Die” on Peacock, where he stars alongside Anthony Hopkins. Dimitri discusses his journey from child actor to his current projects, sharing personal stories about his Cypriot heritage, family, and experiences in various film and television projects. We also discuss his work in historical dramas, the intricacies of chariot racing training, and the impact of losing his mother at a young age. Dimitri also talks about his interests outside of acting, including Brazilian jiu-jitsu and photography. It was a fun chat...one I’m sure you’ll enjoy!
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
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
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#podcast #DimitriLeonidas #Actor #PeacockTV #Peacock #ThoseAboutToDie #Foundation #RolandEmmerich #AnthonyHopkins #Cypriot #Cyprus #Acting #actorslife #storyandcraft
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Michael Beach | A Journey From Roxbury
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
05/24/24 • 65 min
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor, Michael Beach. We chat about Michael’s journey from Boston, to being a working actor for the past few decades. We discuss the turning point in his life that led him from an aspiring football career to the prestigious halls of Juilliard. We touch on his varied roles on shows such as “The Rookie,” “The Mayor of Kingstown,” and “Tulsa King.”
Michael touches on his family’s influence, as well as his Cape Verdean heritage. We also discuss his mother's influential role as an educator. His influences and experiences help to paint a great picture of one of the most recognizable actors in television.
Michael also offers an insider's perspective on the art of auditions, recalling his own for “The Rookie,” and we reflect on how the industry has shifted since the days of “ER.” We touch on his passion for fitness and the Zen of pizza. It’s a pleasure to bring you Michael’s story and the journey that brought Michael from Roxbury to your television.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
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
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#podcast #MichaelBeach #Actor #TheMayorofKingstown #TheRookie #TulsaKing #DeadBoyDetectives #ThirdWatch #ER #ParamountPlus #ABCTelevision #Netflix #CapeVerde #CapeVerdean #JeremyRenner #Acting #storyandcraft #Julliard
Shea Whigham | It’s About The Work
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
05/24/22 • 42 min
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with Shea Whigham. He’s been acting in film and TV for years and always delivers a memorable performance. He’s shown up in a variety of projects, such as Perry Mason, Joker, Vice, Sicario: The Day of The Soldado, American Hustle, Silver Linings Playbook, The Wolf of Wall Street and a recurring role in the Mission Impossible franchise. You can now see him in the Starz miniseries, Gaslit, where he plays G. Gordon Liddy. He co-stars with Julia Roberts and Sean Penn in this drama about the Nixon Watergate scandal. It was a pleasure to sit down with Shea to talk story and learn about his creative path.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
0:02:15 - Acting, Inspiration, and Portraying Real People
0:12:21 - Testing Will and Insecurities (56 Seconds)
0:14:52 - Path to Becoming an Actor (109 Seconds)
0:22:11 - Sam Rockwell and American Buffalo (25 Seconds)
0:28:47 - Acting, Filmmaking, Collaborating With Seth MacFarlane (64 Seconds)
0:36:23 - Seven Questions
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#podcast #interview #SheaWhigham #Starz #Gaslit #GaslitStarz #actor #acting #actorslife #storyandcraft #storyandcraftpod #voiceover
Jack Reynor | A Perfect Couple of Pints
Story & Craft with Marc Preston
11/13/24 • 61 min
On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor, Jack Reynor from the Netflix show “The Perfect Couple”, as well as Amazon Prime Video’s, “Peripheral!” Jack discusses his early passion for acting, the trajectory of his career, and personal anecdotes. We also discuss his unique experiences in both indie films and major Hollywood productions, his life growing up in Ireland, and even delve into his creative pursuits outside of acting...including his project of building a pub in a horse trailer. Jack discusses philosophy on life, his future projects, and the importance of balancing personal and professional life...and a perfectly pulled pint.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
03:49 Current Projects and Career Highlights
04:51 Jack's Background and Early Career
11:31 The Actor's Studio Experience
16:06 Breaking into Hollywood
28:13 The Peripheral and Working with Chloe Moretz
33:05 Gaming and Alternate Realities
33:42 Acting Challenges and Collaboration
34:57 Balancing Humor in Dark Themes
37:35 Improvisation on Set
41:17 Personal Projects and Hobbies
46:25 The Seven Questions
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#podcast #JackReynor #Acting #Netflix #Actor #ThePeripheral #PrimeVideo #IrishActor #Ireland #storyandcraft
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How many episodes does Story & Craft with Marc Preston have?
Story & Craft with Marc Preston currently has 59 episodes available.
What topics does Story & Craft with Marc Preston cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Podcasts and Tv & Film.
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The episode title 'Jennifer Morrison | Inspiration is Everywhere' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Story & Craft with Marc Preston?
The average episode length on Story & Craft with Marc Preston is 56 minutes.
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Episodes of Story & Craft with Marc Preston are typically released every 9 days.
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The first episode of Story & Craft with Marc Preston was released on Feb 27, 2022.
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