On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with Hall of Fame sportscaster and author, Jim Lampley. He has a new memoir coming out called “It Happened!: A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television!” We cover Jim’s extensive career in sports broadcasting, including his early challenges in college, his unexpected path into sports journalism, and notable experiences covering events like the Olympics and major boxing matches. Lampley shares personal stories, such as growing up with his double widowed mother, and her sacrifices and influences which helped him to grow into a respected sports figure.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

03:55 Jim Lampley's Early Life and Career Beginnings

06:59 College Years and Personal Struggles

11:17 Turning Point and Academic Success

29:30 Graduate School and Early Career

32:44 Breakthrough at ABC Sports

45:53 Wide World of Sports and Olympic Coverage

49:44 Starting Out in Sports Broadcasting

50:45 Mentorship and Career Growth

53:59 The Boxing Era

59:11 Memorable Sports Moments

01:04:55 The Seven Questions

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On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor, Steven Krueger from the Showtime and Paramount+ series “Yellowjackets!” Steven delves into his journey from aspiring lawyer to accomplished actor, highlighting the moment he realized that his true passion was acting rather than law. He discusses his career trajectory, which includes notable roles in “Pretty Little Liars” and “The Originals.” Currently, he stars in the acclaimed series “Yellowjackets,” set both in the 1990s and the present day, portraying the soccer coach of a high school team stranded in the wilderness. The discussion also touches upon his ventures into directing, as Steven also recently produced and directed his first short film.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

02:47 Stephen's Journey to Nashville

04:20 Life in the Entertainment Industry

07:16 Growing Up and Career Beginnings

09:33 The Influence of Family

14:12 Breaking into Acting

26:10 Early Career Milestones

28:34 Quitting the Side Job

31:31 The Impact of Short TV Seasons

36:53 Landing the Role in Yellowjackets

39:10 Yellowjackets: Plot and Production

43:14 Directing and Producing a Short Film

47:45 The Seven Questions

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On this episode of The Story & Craft Podcast, we sit down with actor, writer and producer, Katie O'Brien from the Tubi series “The Z-Suite!” We explore Katie's career journey from Omaha to L.A., through the world of improv and her successful stint with the comedy group “The Katie Dids.” Katie shares her experiences working on “Teachers”, advice and anecdotes about navigating Hollywood, and her approach to storytelling that bridges generational gaps. Additionally, we dive into comedic inspirations from Christopher Guest to reality TV, and how Katie balances the roles of writer and producer and showrunner. This was a fun exploration of the creative process and the essence of multigenerational comedy.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

02:24 Katie's Journey: From Omaha to LA

04:09 The Comedy Path: Improv and The Katie Dids

09:08 Creating Teachers: From Web Series to TV Show

11:22 Life in LA: Jobs, Struggles, and Breakthroughs

26:11 Post-Teachers Career and COVID Impact

30:29 Navigating the Pandemic on Set

31:05 The Need for More Comedy

31:36 Creating the Show

32:53 Generational Dynamics in the Show

36:39 Casting the Characters

40:23 Writing Process and Inspirations

44:34 Gen Z Research and Realism

47:48 The Seven Questions

58:06 Final Thoughts and Advice

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