Tell The Damn Story

Sunday, July 20, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 373: Summer Shorts, Tackling Six Essential Writer Questions

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...

Monday, July 14, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 372: Turning Darkness Into Laughter_ Using Comedy to Tackle Serious Stories

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...

Sunday, July 6, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 371: How To Turn Personal and Political Struggles Into Compelling Fiction

"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...

Thursday, July 3, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 370 - Part 1: Insights from Judi Jessick & Female Narratives with Glorious.

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...

Sunday, June 22, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 369: How StokerCon and Other Events Can Get You Out, Active, and Beyond

In this episode, cohosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan highlight the importance of community through attending events like Stoker Con, sharing personal experiences overcoming imposter syndrome, and emph...

Sunday, June 15, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 368: Vampires, Culture and How Coogler: Did It - Dissecting 'Sinners'

CoHosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan have a bloody good episode for you this time! The boys dive into Ryan Coogler’s ‘Sinners’—a film blending horror, history, and heart. To help them on the hunt, th...

Sunday, June 8, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, 367: From Past to Future_ How To Harness the Power of Imagination in Writing

On this episode, co-hosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan hop into Alex’s metaphorical time machine to take listeners on a whirlwind journey through the history—and future—of creativity in writing. They...

Sunday, June 1, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, 366: Ghostbusters - Giving Back: Screenwriter’s Guide to Making It in Hollywood

Ambition can serve self and others. In this episode, Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons talk with screenwriter and producer Victoria Male about her bold, heartfelt journey through Hollywood. From working ...

Sunday, May 25, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 365: How To Balance Creativity with Real-World Impact and Sugar Cookies!

Here we go again! In today's episode, co-hosts Alex Simmons and Christopher Ryan are joined by acclaimed comic book artist Eric Battle for an in-depth, wide-ranging conversation brimming with heart, ...

Monday, May 19, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep 364: How Global Artists Redefine Cultural Identity in Comics & Animation

"And How Hidden Histories and Universal Themes Play A Part In It." On this special international episode of "Tell The Damn Story," hosts Chris Ryan and Alex Simmons team up with a panel of extraordin...

Monday, May 12, 2025 Tell The Damn Story, ep #363: "How to Craft Timeless Stories: Secrets from the Twilight Zone"

Or, "Why Tell Tales of Angels and Monsters?" Welcome to Tell The Damn Story, where hosts Alex Simmons and Christopher Ryan dig into the secrets of writing stories that outlast their times. In this e...

Sunday, May 4, 2025 TELL THE DAMN STORY, ep 362: Writers Using AI, Creative Collaboration or Digital Devil?

Is AI A Writing Digital Revolution or Deal With The Devil? In this podcast, hosts Alex Simmons and Chris Ryan dig into the hotly debated role of AI in the creative process. From using tools like Cha...

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