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Aug. 21, 2026

Chris Marquette | From "The Girl Next Door" to Prime Video's "Reacher" | Stories From the Emerald Isle

On this episode of Story & Craft, we sit down to chat with actor Chris Marquette from "The Girl Next Door", "Barry", and Prime Video's "Reacher" to discuss his career and personal stories. 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
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Aug. 18, 2026

Owen Dennis | From "Infinity Train" to Paramount+'s "Among Us" | Inspirational Drives

On this episode of Story & Craft, we sit down to chat with Writer, Director and Producer Owen Dennis from "Infinity Train" and Paramount+'s "Among Us" to discuss his career and personal stories. 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 an
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Aug. 14, 2026

Tommi Rose | From Nickelodeon to Prime Video's "The Devil's Mouth" | Daydreams & Dirt Pies

On this episode of Story & Craft, we sit down to chat with Actor & Singer Tommi Rose from "Sweet Magnolias" and Prime Video's "The Devil's Mouth" to discuss her career and personal stories. 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.
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Aug. 5, 2026

Jamie Hector | From "The Wire" to Apple TV’s "Cape Fear" | Moving Mountains

On this episode of Story & Craft, I sit down to chat with actor Jamie Hector from "The Wire", “Bosch” and Apple TV's "Cape Fear" to discuss his career and personal stories. 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
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July 16, 2026

Chin Han | From "Mortal Kombat" to Netflix's "Avatar: The Last Airbender" | Journey From Lion City

On this episode of Story & Craft, I sit down to chat with actor Chin Han from "Mortal Combat" and Netflix's "Avatar: The Last Airbender" to discuss his career, and personal stories. 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 p
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June 16, 2026

Aaron Moten | From "Disjointed" to Prime Video’s "Fallout" | Keep Saying Yes

Marc Preston sits down with actor Aaron Moten from "Disjointed" and Prime Video's "Fallout" to discuss his career and personal stories. 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 a multi-cam or single-cam set. He also shares some incredible behind-the-sc

About the Host

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Marc Preston

Film/Voiceover Actor & Coach | Podcast Host | Epic Proud Father

Marc Preston has spent the last thirty years working as a professional on-camera and voiceover actor. From the time he was seven years old, he has appeared in a variety of film and television projects. Marc also spent two decades as a successful major market radio personality, as well as hosted his own nationally syndicated shows on the ABC Radio Networks. He has interviewed hundreds of actors, creators, politicians, influencers and a host of intriguing guests in his time as a radio host.

Marc believes in the imperative of being a “working student.” Learning and evolving as a professional talent is essential. Equally important to Marc, is the opportunity to mentor, contribute and help inspire others. It’s this passion that motivates him to provide a venue for intriguing and informative conversations with guests who are at the top of their creative and professional game.

The founding principle of Story & Craft is to craft weekly shows that appeal to industry professionals, as well as those looking for the kind of entertainment and inspiration that feeds curiosity and facilitates personal growth. Marc believes in the Zen of talking story…exploring what we have in common, and having conversations that inspire.

Marc was born and raised in Dallas, TX. He has also spent time living in New Orleans and Southern California. HIs home and studio are now located on South Padre Island, TX, as one of his first loves was the beach and ocean. He has three college age kids, Lily, Zachary and Emma. While they are off at school, his Golden Retriever, Ranger keeps him company and active with daily walks on the beach.

Marc enjoys his time with family and living the island life, while following his passions of acting, voiceover and creating an engaging and intriguing show for listeners around the world.

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