Tell The Damn Story

Saturday, October 18, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 386: The Art of Blending Cultures, Myths, and Adventure in Storytelling with Indigo Clan

On this episode of Tell The Damn Story, hosts Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons are joined by legendary comic book artist N. Steven Harris and Afro-Indigeno...

Sunday, October 12, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 385: A ReAnimated Ep 368 of Vampires, Culture and Coogler

It's October, and a perfect time to return to the scary side of writer's vile.And so, TTDS returns to episode 368 of Tell The Damn Story, "Vampires, C...

Sunday, October 5, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 384: “Writing Beyond Fear: Navigating Self-Doubt and Creativity”

“Because every writer deserves permission to tell their story.”This week on Tell The Damn Story, we tackle the fears that keep too many writers silent...

Sunday, September 28, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 383: Is Free Speech Ever Really Free?

"Creative Rights, Risks, and Responsibilities in 2025"The dynamic duo of Chris and Alex dive headfirst into a topic that’s more relevant—an...

Sunday, September 21, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 382: Rebecca Cuthbert on Crafting Magical Realism and Mastering the Art of Narrative Poetry

Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons are at it again. This time, they sit down with the immensely talented Rebecca Cuthbert. In this engaging episode, they dis...

Sunday, September 14, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 381: "Unlocking Genres: Jim Beard's Journey From Jack Kirby To Writing Horror"

Writing Fiction, Monsters, and Industry Icons Can Be A Challenge!In this episode, co-hosts Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons welcome Jim Beard, a prolific w...

Sunday, September 7, 2025 Tell The Damn Story. ep 380: From Frankenstein’s Legacy to Private Eye Stories: Teal James Glenn’s Creative Journey

It's How To Mash Horror, Noir Detectives, and Social Commentary from the Past About the Present. In this monstrous episode, co-hosts Alex Simmons ...

Sunday, August 31, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 379: Finding Your Voice in Graphic Novels with Angela Hsieh on Art, Emotion, and Immigrant Stories

How A Graphic Novel Can Tell A Tale of Wonder, Giant Guinea Pigs, And Immigration Flying solo this week, cohost Alex Simmons is joined by Angela Hsieh...

Sunday, August 24, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 378: Overcoming Writer’s Block When the World Feels Oppressive

When the world feels overwhelming, it’s easy for writers to freeze up, shut down, or lose faith in their creative voice. In this episode of Tell The D...

Sunday, August 17, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, #377: From Comics to Novels_ Writing Wisdom with Tom & Jeannine

Here it is! Another fun-fact-tips-filled episode of Tell The Damn Story! Today, hosts Chris and Alex are joined by two of their favorite returning gue...

Sunday, August 10, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 376: Tackling Writer Questions From Finding Your Voice to Mastering Suspense

In this Summer Short episode of Tell The Damn Story, co-hosts Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons dive into the triumphs and challenges that writers face—whet...

Sunday, August 3, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 375: Defeating Self-Rejection_ Unleash Your Creative Beast_

Here we are with another episode of Tell The Damn Story, the podcast that dives deep into the ups and downs every writer faces—whether you’re a newbie...

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dubg406 on 11/4/2019

This is a podcast that will inspire your creativity. Five stars all the way ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!

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lovesit39 on 7/7/2019

Excellent conversation with Jerry Craft. Thank you!

Eire1969 on 12/25/2018

I throughly enjoy the teasing yet respectable repartee between these two writers. They both “tell stories” to get their points across (of course) which made their discussions so engaging. I have lots ...

Gordidon on 7/2/2018

Awesome stuff and very informative!!! ??

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