STORIA PODCAST

David and Fab sit down with two Bethel Conservatory Acting students, Nathaniel Magnusson, and Tino Hofer in the first episode of the BCA series on the Storia Podcast. The guys dive into their journey from Swiss farms and the Middle East to learning the craft of acting in Redding, CA. Subscribe and leave us a comment below! Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/podcaststoria/ Follow us...

Hosts David Noroña & Fabiano Altamura interview actor and Bethel Conservatory of the Arts graduate, actor Matthew Blade. In this up-close and personal interview, Matthew talks about – The need for validation and affirmation The business of the entertainment industry The joy of artistic expression The power and meaning of acting Bible Belt culture And the ups and downs of a career in Hollywood....

Hosts Fabiano Altamura and David Noroña unpack the tough and often sensitive topic of fathers, mothers and mentors. They touch on – How parents can unlock or shutdown creativity in their children How work & discipline trump “inspiration” The importance of mental health and wholeness in artists And the destructive myth of the “tortured artist”. Don't forget to like, download, follow, and give t...

Hosts Fabiano Altamura and David Noroña interview “Brazen” author, worship leader, and missionary filmmaker Sean Feucht. In this intimate and honest talk with Sean Feucht, he shares on – Shaking politics up Never backing down How to handle being misunderstood – even by your closest friends Ministering in the Middle East to Muslims Being an accidental filmmaker And the need to go to the mission fie...

Hosts David Noroña & Fabiano Altamura discuss the documentary on a one-time Kenyan business tycoon turned founder of Mully Children's Family, Africa's largest children's rescue, rehabilitation, and development organization. Listen if you need encouragement and - To remember the power of prayer Hearing God Radical faith And dependence on Jesus Leave a 5-star review and follow this podcast! Foll...

Guest Michelle Lynn talks about global creative breakthroughs during lockdowns with hosts Fabiano Altamura and David Noroña. Plus – Creativity as a source of provision Inviting God into any musical genre How to break through limitations, and Perseverance and pursuing your creative goals! Subscribe and leave us a comment below! Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/podcaststoria/ Follo...

On this episode of the Storia Podcast, guest Benji Nolo shares his journey with hosts David Noroña & Fabiano Altamura into – Anti-trafficking activism Filmmaking and the power of story God's presence and love – even during Spring Break porn culture The ethics of telling real people’s stories And balancing truth with compassion for those being interviewed Download + give us a 5-star review! Fol...

On this episode of Storia Podcast... What’s Jesus got to do with the Super Bowl? And what does sharing the gospel look like today? Are commercials and social media posts the parables of tomorrow? Has pop music gone totally off the rails? David and Fab breakdown – The Jesus Gets Us Ad campaign Short form storytelling Rihanna Sam Smith Jesus the disruptive storyteller Leave us a 5-star review! Follo...

On this episode of Storia Podcast... Hosts Fabiano Altamura and David Noroña interview actress, teacher, and author Abbie Cobb. They explore – Navigating faith in Hollywood Pursuing dreams and taking creative risks Getting an agent People vs platforms Not being afraid and learning from mistakes. Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/podcaststoria/ Follow us on Tiktok - https://www.tik...

On this episode of Storia Podcast... What dark stories are the social media and tech giants trying to tell our kids? Dire headlines, mental health crisis – what can we do about it as creatives and parents? Find out on this powerful episode of STORIA and hear pastor and parent coach Seth Dahl – Share his powerful personal story The impact of pornography and drugs Tools and tips for parents Restorat...

On this episode of Storia Podcast... How did a Canadian professor in his 60s become a global thought rockstar? And what does it say about humanity? Fab and David share about their road trip to see him live. They breakdown – Jordan Peterson’s 12 Rules for Life His diverse audience The impact Actions steps for creatives Leave us a 5-star review! Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pod...

On this episode - Why do audiences care more about box office numbers than a good story? How do you shoot a documentary in Iraq and a musical film with 100 kids, a dog, a frog, and a rabbit? Find out in part two of this series, where Fab interviews David about – Money vs Art The importance of relationship to actors Bright Ones, the musical film Documentary in Iraq Little Women, the play Understand...

What is the role of a director? To be a dictator or the designer and orchestrator of all elements in a movie, TV show, or play. David Noroña interviews co-host Fabiano Altamura in part one of two, as they unpack Fab’s view of – The power of dialogue Director as a “god”-like figure Limited budgets Problem-solving Directing inside and outside the Church Like, follow, and leave us a review! New Episo...

Hosts David Noroña and Fabiano Altamura tackle what happens when an audience is betrayed by agenda. Should writers be force-feeding us their beliefs? What does that do to the audience? What’s happened to authentic, truthful storytelling? What is the role of “entertainment”? Additional Topics The films of Stephen Spielberg Leonardo DiCaprio’s activism Hollywood agenda The authenticity of “Minari” F...

Hosts David Noroña and Fabiano Altamura explore the power of disruptive storytelling. Is it meant to shock or redeem? Engage or Entertain? Does intent matter? Find out on this episode of STORIA. Additional Topics Jesus' actions in the temple The film The Passion of the Christ Becoming good and evil characters Challenging culture Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/podcaststoria/ Fol...

Poet and BCA Drama Professor Dr. Amy Leigh Wicks talks about – Poetry and playing dress up as a child Her passion for Shakespeare and supportive parents Her educational journey from New York to New Zealand The most important thing she learned: to think critically Getting her PhD And embracing both light and dark aspects of the human experience Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pod...

Grammy-winner, singer-songwriter Victory Boyd talks about —-Being signed by JayZ-Collaborating with Kanye on “Closed on Sunday”-Winning a Grammy-Being Canceled-Discovering the Secret Place-Love vs “Being Good”-The African-American experience-Her latest album “Glory Hour”Follow, like, subscribe, and leave us a 5-star review! Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/podcaststoria/ Follow u...

Hosts David Norona and Fabiano Altamura wrestle with topics and questions like — Challenges of being a Christian artist in the entertainment industry. What do Christians have permission to create? Should the Church be at the forefront of cutting-edge art? How do we portray humanity honestly without glorying sin? How to preserve creative relationships. Navigate differences in perspective with both...

Guest professional dancer Randall Flinn (Founder and Artistic Director of Ad Deum Dance Company) shares— His dramatic journey to becoming a professional dancer How dance became his sanctuary from the monsters in his house Challenges of being a creative man in Texas culture Taking masks off Addictive nature of recognition Discovering God's love and His calling for your life! If you liked this episo...

What do mangos, Cuban coffee, and Castro have to do with art? Welcome to the childhood of STORIA co-host David Noroña. In this week’s episode of STORIA, hear Fab interview David about -- His “creative genesis” story and first (supernatural) audition His obsession with all things storytelling Teenage parents And find out how the son of Cuban immigrant teen parents ends up on TV and Broadway… Naked!...

Are you an artist who performs for your identity or from it? In this week’s episode of STORIA, hear David and Fab -- Tell the genesis story of Bethel Conservatory of the Arts The challenges of how to start a Spirit-filled arts school And testimonies of creative faith and radical breakthrough If you’re a screenwriter, actor, dancer, music theater performer, or filmmaker who wants to know if you can...

What do 80s films Splash and Big have in common? Actors Tom Hanks and Fabiano Altamura. In this week’s episode of the STORIA PODCAST, hear David interview Fab about -- His “creative genesis” story Obsession with American 80s films And find out how the son of an Italian immigrant with style ended up in Tomb Raider II opposite Angelina Jolie, only to travel across the pond with his family to -- Help...