Tell The Damn Story

Sunday, February 15, 2026 Tell The Damn Story, ep 402: Weird By Nature Exploring the Value of Uniqueness in the Writing World

On this episode of Tell The Damn Story, Alex and Chris dive headfirst into an age-old creative conundrum: do writers need permission to be weird? With their signature blend of humor and insight, they ...

Sunday, February 8, 2026 Tell The Damn Story, ep 401: Exploring Subtext from Wonder Man To Lord of the Ring, To 12 Angry Men.

Despite the cold and snow, Alex and Chris Ryan dive deep into the art of subtext—those rich, unspoken layers that give stories their real meaning. Happily drawing from decades of teaching, writing, ...

Sunday, February 1, 2026 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 400: A Founder Returns, a Future Knocks (Part 2)

"The boys are back in town to explore creativity, responsibility, and the uneasy questions AI brings to the arts." Welcome to Part 2 of episode #400. Join cohosts Alex and Chris, along with returnin...

Sunday, February 1, 2026 Tell The Damn Story, ep 400: A Founder Returns, a Future Knocks (Part 1)

"Tim Fielder joins us to explore creativity, responsibility, and the uneasy questions AI brings to the arts." Welcome to a very special milestone on "Tell The Damn Story"—our 400th episode! This we...

Sunday, January 18, 2026 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 398: "How Writers Build Real Audiences & Sell Books Using Authenticity ...

... Social Media, and Writer Communities!" In this episode, hosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan dive deep into the ever-evolving challenges and strategies behind promoting your work as a writer. Draw...

Sunday, January 11, 2026 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 397: Crafting Your Creative Path_How to Create, Collaborate & Stay Committed

What does it actually take to build a creative life that lasts? In this episode, Alex and Chris take a clear-eyed look at creative commitment—focusing not on fame or outcomes, but on process, collabo...

Sunday, January 4, 2026 Tell The Damn Story, ep 396: How Small Goals Beat Big Resolutions for Writers in the New Year.

Welcome To Another Creative Year! Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan kick off 2026 by diving into what it really takes to be a prolific and resilient writer in the new year. With flying cars and jet packs...

Sunday, December 28, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY ep 395: Master the Magic of Holiday Horror ... (Part 2) ...

How To Create Festive Yet Frightening Tales! Welcome to Tell the Damn Story. In this special episode, Alex and Chris continue to dive into the art—and nerve—of writing holiday horror with a powerhou...

Sunday, December 21, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep

HOLIDAY CHEER HAS A DARK SIDE, AND SEVEN WRITERS KNOW EXACTLY HOW TO FIND IT. In PART ONE of a special two-part episode of Tell the Damn Story, we bring together seven professional storytellers to pu...

Sunday, December 14, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 394: From Page to Partnership_ Navigating Marriage and Writing Careers

On this episode of Tell The Damn Story, hosts Lara Frater and John Frater join Chris Ryan and Alex Simmonss for a lively, revealing conversation that’s as much about relationships as it is about writi...

Sunday, December 7, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 393: From Comics to Chronicles_ The Joys of Writing for a Young Audience!

"Writing for young readers isn’t about dumbing it down — it’s about tuning in..." In this episode of Tell the Damn Story, Chris and Alex dive into essential writing insights for anyone crafting stori...

Sunday, November 30, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 392: Beyond the Page Live Events & Hidden Opportunities For Writers Pt 2.

In PART TWO of this episode, hosts Alex and Chris continue their deep dive into the exciting—and sometimes nerve-wracking—world of live events (book fairs, signings, or conventions) for writers. Chri...

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