S2 E10: The Art of Storytelling: Trey Callaway on Family, Film and Finding Your Story

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In this episode, Trey Callaway delves into his roots in Oklahoma, tracing his passion for storytelling back to childhood influences from his creative parents and pivotal experiences like watching 'Star Wars' and being cast in 'The Outsiders.' Trey shares insights into his path from local advertising to USC film school, emphasizing the importance of following creative instincts and embracing artistic risks. He discusses his career milestones, the emotional highs and lows of the entertainment industry, the role of storytelling in personal growth, and the joy of collaborative creativity on set. Trey also reflects on parenting strategies that foster effective communication and emotional intelligence in his children. The episode concludes with thoughts on the future of storytelling in the age of new technologies and the personal and professional journeys that lie ahead.

What We Explored This Episode

00:00 Introduction to Trey and His Creative Roots

00:33 Early Influences and Family Background

02:36 The Star Wars Epiphany

03:37 The Outsiders Experience

06:16 Film School and Early Career

07:44 Breakthrough in Hollywood

10:48 Balancing Creativity and Practicality

16:01 Parenting and Storytelling

18:42 Teaching and the Importance of Sensitivity

22:58 Navigating the High Stakes of a Creative Career

28:34 A Friend's Hidden Talent

29:39 The Anxiety of Artistic Exposure

30:55 The Magic of Collaboration

35:52 The Hard Work Behind the Scenes

41:20 Parenting and Storytelling

45:11 Personal and Professional Growth

51:03 The Importance of Creativity

Memorable Quotes

"It's a moment of recognition as you sit at the end of the table surrounded by these various extremely talented people in their individual disciplines. . .of if I hadn't put these words on paper, none of these people would be sitting here."

"As a creative person, you are by definition a sensitive person - most of all, sensitive to your own emotional state."

"The dirty little secret of parenting that no one tells you until you’re a parent is that we’re all making it up as we go."

Connect with Trey

Website - begoodhumanspodcast.com

Instagram - @treycallaway

Connect with Paige

Website - https://paigenolan.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paigenolanwrite

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/paigenolanwriter

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paige-nolan-0932751/

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Music by Boyd McDonnell

Cover art photography by Innis Casey

Podcast production & marketing by North Node Podcast Network