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—whether you’re just starting or struggling to cross the finish line.
In this special Q&A installment, a summer tradition for the show, Chris and Alex tackle a lineup of real questions from aspiring and emerging writers, covering everything from transforming vague ideas into complete stories to finding your unique voice, balancing action with emotion, pacing your narrative, and knowing when your story is truly ready to share.
Through personal anecdotes, sharp insights, and a healthy dose of encouragement (plus a few laughs along the way), Chris and Alex break down the writing process into actionable advice you can use right away.
So whether you’re blocked, stuck in endless rewrites, or unsure what makes your work stand out, this episode’s got practical strategies and inspiration to help you, well… tell your own damn story.
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00:00 Developing Story Ideas Creatively
03:40 "Gifted: A Heartfelt Chris Evans Film"
08:39 "Refining and Submitting Writing"
09:52 "Unfinished Writing Journey"
14:14 "Writing: Expressing Personal Truths"
18:58 Envy of Experiences
22:20 Embrace Messy First Drafts
24:15 "Authenticity in Emotional Storytelling"
29:08 "Read-Aloud Editing Technique"
30:10 "Pacing and Editing Tips"
35:42 Honesty Leads to Story Clarity
37:11 "Seek Honest Feedback"
42:25 Holmes's Impact Storytelling Experience
43:07 "Stage Fright Revelation"
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