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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 writer known for his work in various genres, inclu...

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 and Chris Ryan welcome prolific storyteller Teal Jam...

Flying solo this week, Alex Simmons is joined by Angela Hsieh, a talented artist and writer whose lifelong love of drawing animals led to her debut graphic novel, Lu and Ren's Guide to Geozoology. An...

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 Damn Story, Alex and Chris talk honestly about ho...

"Wondering how writers are selected to work on established IP properties?" Here it is! Another fun-fact-tips-filled episode of Tell The Damn Story! Today, hosts Chris and Alex are joined by two of t...

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—whether you’re just starting or struggling to cross th...

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 putting pen to paper for the first time, or a sea...

Welcome to this episode of Tell The Damn Story! Today, hosts Chris and Alex dive into a fundamental yet often overlooked writing technique: using the five senses to bring your stories to life. Draw...

Co-hosts Alex and Chris blend their signature wit, real-world writing experience, and a few sun-soaked vacation antics to tackle some of the most frequently asked questions from writers like you. Br...

In this lively installment, co-hosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan invite you to a sun-soaked, tropical "vacation" where the drinks are (supposedly) flowing and the conversation is all about the magic o...

"The only way to get through hell is to go through it." Co-hosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan have assembled a powerhouse panel of writers to dive deep into the fiery crucible where personal anguish m...

Hey folks, this episode is more of a MacGyver experience (look up this old TV show). Chris and I were out on separate roads when we put it together. So pardon the sound glitch and the cliffhanger en...