Jordan Bridges | Back Porch Entertainer

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01/13/25 • 148 min

On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor,Jordan Bridges from the Lionsgate film “Den of Thieves 2: Pantera and the Apple TV+ series, Palm Royale !” We chat about his career, family legacy, and his personal passions. Jordan discusses what it was like to grow up in a family of iconic actors, including his father, Beau Bridges, his uncle, Jeff Bridges, and grandfather, Lloyd Bridges. We cover a lot of ground...discussing Jordan’s passion for martial arts, to his passion for music. We also touch on Jordan’s thoughts on the value of work ethic and the importance of family...as well as the love of storytelling, and the challenges of balancing career ambitions with personal life.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

03:11 Growing Up in LA and Family Background

06:31 Martial Arts and Fitness Journey

16:28 Family Dynamics and Sibling Relationships

27:30 Navigating Parenthood and Career Advice

32:38 Challenges in the Entertainment Industry

48:42 Financial Instincts and Modern Television

50:55 Taylor Sheridan's Journey

53:04 Working on Palm Royale

57:01 Film vs. Television: A Personal Take

01:02:53 Family Legacy and Personal Reflections

01:21:28 Celebrity Crushes and Influences

01:28:35 Desert Island Picks

01:38:18 The Role of Gurus and Teachers

01:39:02 Radio Days and Alan Watts

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

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

01:52:38 Parenting and Generational Differences

01:54:49 Defining the Perfect Day

01:59:48 Career Fantasies and Creative Pursuits

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

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

02:24:22 Concluding Thoughts and Future Projects

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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

03:11 Growing Up in LA and Family Background

06:31 Martial Arts and Fitness Journey

16:28 Family Dynamics and Sibling Relationships

27:30 Navigating Parenthood and Career Advice

32:38 Challenges in the Entertainment Industry

48:42 Financial Instincts and Modern Television

50:55 Taylor Sheridan's Journey

53:04 Working on Palm Royale

57:01 Film vs. Television: A Personal Take

01:02:53 Family Legacy and Personal Reflections

01:21:28 Celebrity Crushes and Influences

01:28:35 Desert Island Picks

01:38:18 The Role of Gurus and Teachers

01:39:02 Radio Days and Alan Watts

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

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

01:52:38 Parenting and Generational Differences

01:54:49 Defining the Perfect Day

01:59:48 Career Fantasies and Creative Pursuits

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

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

02:24:22 Concluding Thoughts and Future Projects

Listen and subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Also, check out the show and sign up for the newsletter at www.storyandcraftpod.com

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Stuart Zicherman | The American Showrunner

On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with showrunner, executive producer, writer and director, Stuart Zicherman from theFX Network series “American Sports Story, which is now available on Hulu!” We discuss Stuart’s extensive work in the film and television industry, including his projects like “The Shrink Next Door”, “The Americans”, and his latest project “American Sports Story” about football player, Aaron Hernandez. Stuart shares insights into his career, the creative process, and the challenges of working on true stories. The conversation also touches on personal anecdotes, storytelling influences, favorite movies, and future projects.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

03:12 Stuart's Early Career and Breakthrough

15:26 Transition to TV and Working with JJ Abrams

20:33 The Writing Process and Screenwriting Insights

26:11 Personal Projects and Inspirations

27:27 Personal Stories and Casting Choices

28:34 Transition to American Sports Story

29:00 Exploring the Aaron Hernandez Case

31:07 Challenges of Portraying Real People

34:04 Casting and Character Interpretation

40:09 Future Projects and Interests

43:23 Personal Reflections and Preferences

45:12 The Seven Questions

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Ben Ford | An Artisan's Craft

On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with chef, restauranteur and author,Ben Ford from “Ford's Filling Station in Los Angeles!” We discuss Ben's illustrious culinary career, his upbringing as the son of actor Harrison Ford, and the origins and influences of his deep-rooted passion for cooking. We touch on the evolving landscape of the culinary industry, as well as the significance of creativity and craftsmanship. Ben also shares personal anecdotes and insights about his philanthropic work with the State Department, his experiences with various culinary projects around the world, and his future aspirations as a chef, restaurateur and craftsman.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

03:45 Growing Up with Harrison Ford

05:57 Discovering a Passion for Cooking

11:01 The Evolution of a Chef

18:44 Challenges in the Restaurant Industry

27:48 Mentorship and Legacy

34:36 Culinary Inspirations and Future Plans

37:05 Discovering Culinary Inspirations in Mexico

37:40 Influence of Spanish Chefs and Culinary Adventures

39:43 The Simplicity and Essence of Cuisine

44:07 The Impact of Food Television

45:47 Parenting and Cooking: Passing Down Skills

51:19 Personal Journey into the Culinary World

58:16 Balancing Fame and Authenticity in the Culinary Industry

01:04:31 Philanthropy and Culinary Craftsmanship

01:16:06 Exploring Comfort Food Across America

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

01:18:26 Dream Dinner Guests

01:19:41 Growing Up Around Creativity

01:29:31 Perfect Day and Alternate Career Paths

01:37:31 Advice to My Younger Self

01:41:45 Culinary Diplomacy and Future Projects

01:49:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Story & Craft with Marc Preston - Jordan Bridges | Back Porch Entertainer

Transcript

Jordan Bridges00:00:00.250

And I was quite young when it came out. There was that line like, the shit's really going to hit the fan. And then they like, there was some shit thrown into a fan. And I was like, was that really poop? And he was like, no, no, they just mixed together some stuff and threw it at the fan. It wasn't actually poop.

Announcer00:00:14.029

Welcome to Story Craft. Now, here's your host, Marc Preston.

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