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

📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTubeIn 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 Episode00:00 Introduction to Trey and His Creative Roots00:33 Early Influences and Family Background02:36 The Star Wars Epiphany03:37 The Outsiders Experience06:16 Film School and Early Career07:44 Breakthrough in Hollywood10:48 Balancing Creativity and Practicality16:01 Parenting and Storytelling18:42 Teaching and the Importance of Sensitivity22:58 Navigating the High Stakes of a Creative Career28:34 A Friend's Hidden Talent29:39 The Anxiety of Artistic Exposure30:55 The Magic of Collaboration35:52 The Hard Work Behind the Scenes41:20 Parenting and Storytelling45:11 Personal and Professional Growth51:03 The Importance of CreativityMemorable 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 TreyWebsite - begoodhumanspodcast.comInstagram - @treycallawayConnect with PaigeWebsite - https://paigenolan.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/paigenolanwriteFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/paigenolanwriterLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paige-nolan-0932751/🎙️Music by Boyd McDonnellCover art photography by Innis CaseyPodcast production & marketing by North Node Podcast Network