Simmons Here And Now

  • Author: Vários
  • Narrator: Vários
  • Publisher: Podcast
  • Duration: 272:49:56
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Synopsis

Where we'll talk about books, comics, film, conventions, and other creative arts and pop culture topics.

Episodes

  • Tell The Damn Story-Unplugged #38: Chris Ryan at PulpFest, Interview 8: Mark Wheatley & Henry Franke

    19/08/2018 Duration: 11min

    Here's the next great interview Chris Ryan achieved while on the road in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania at PULPFEST. Chris managed to interview writer/creators and others who have created stories in the pulp adventures genre! This time his interview is with the well known artist, Mark Wheatley and and his associate, Henry Franke. Have questions or comments for us? Post in the comments section below ... Or write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story-Unplugged #37: Chris Ryan at PulpFest, Interview 6: Joe R. Lansdale

    12/08/2018 Duration: 18min

    Here's the next great interview Chris Ryan achieved while on the road in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania at PULPFEST. Chris managed to interview writer, creators, illustrators, and others who have created stories in the pulp adventures genre!  This time his interview is with the well known ... Joe R. Lansdale.  Have questions or comments for us?  Post in the comments section below ... Or write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com 

  • Tell The Damn Story-Unplugged #36: Interview With The Africa Cartoon Centre, Pt. 2

    11/08/2018 Duration: 18min

    Alex continues with Part 2 of the interview with Mr. Adedotun Salu and his associates at the Africa Cartoon Centre (ACC) in Lagos, Nigeria. They'll offer more information on their GLOBAL comic art poster contest, as well as other comic and cartoon projects, they've started to challenge social issues facing youth in their country. Africa Cartoon Centre Web site: www.accentre.org Email: AfriCartoonCentre@gmail.com Facebook:  Africa Cartoon Centre Have questions or comments for us? Post in the comments section below ... Or write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story-Unplugged #35: Interview With The Africa Cartoon Centre, Pt. 1

    11/08/2018 Duration: 13min

    Alex and Chris begin a two-part interview with Mr. Adedotun Salu and his associates at the Africa Cartoon Centre (ACC) in Lagos, Nigeria. They'll discuss a new comic art poster contest, as well as other comic and cartoon projects, that they've started to challenge social issues facing youth in their country. Africa Cartoon Centre Web site: www.accentre.org Email: AfriCartoonCentre@gmail.com Facebook: Africa Cartoon Centre Have questions or comments for us? Post in the comments section below ... Or write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story-Unplugged #34: Chris Ryan at PulpFest! Pt 4.

    01/08/2018 Duration: 09min

    Chris Ryan's is still on the road. He's in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania at an event called PULPFEST, not only as a writer/creator, but also to interview others who have created stories in a very particular genre, pulp adventures! Hi next interviewee ... David Kalb, Bill Mann, and Chris Kalb of Age of Aces Books. Have questions or comments for us? Post in the comments section below or on ... Or write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story-Unplugged #33: Chris Ryan at PulpFest! Pt 3.

    01/08/2018 Duration: 14min

    Chris Ryan's is still on the road. He's in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania at an event called PULPFEST, not only as a writer/creator, but also to interview others who have created stories in a very particular genre, pulp adventures! Hi next interviewee ... Interviewee: Brett A. Brooks Have questions or comments for us? Post in the comments section below or on ... Or write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story-Unplugged #32: Chris Ryan at PulpFest! Pt 2.

    28/07/2018 Duration: 23min

    Chris Ryan's is still on the road. He's in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania at an event called PULPFEST, not only as a writer/creator, but also to interview others who have created stories in a very particular genre, pulp adventures! Hi next interviewee ... author Sara Light-Waller. *Want to leave a comment or ask a question? Do so in the Comments section or... Please do so by contacting us at: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story-Unplugged #31: Chris Ryan at PulpFest! Pt 1

    27/07/2018 Duration: 09min

    It's Chris Ryan's turn to hit the road. He's in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania at an event called PULPFEST, not only as a writer/creator, but also to interview others who have created stories in a very particular genre, pulp adventures! First author up ... Joab Stieglitz. *Want to leave a comment or ask a question? Do so in the Comments section or... Please do so by contacting us at: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #30: Interview at Helsinki Comic Center, Pt. 2

    17/07/2018 Duration: 20min

    (This is part 2 of 2) While traveling through a few cities in Europe, co-host Alex Simmons has a meeting with two artists/members (Ainur and Remi) of the Comics Center of Helsinki in Helsinki, Finland. They are The interview gave all three a chance to discuss the creative, entertainment, educational, community benefits, historical and global advances of comics and graphic novels. Helsinki Comics Center Website: http://www.sarjakuvakeskus.fi/

  • Tell The Damn Story-Unplugged #29: Interview at the Comics Center of Helsinki, Finland.

    16/07/2018 Duration: 01h08min

    While traveling through a few cities in Europe, co-host Alex Simmons has a meeting with two artists/members of the Comics Center of Helsinki in Helsinki, Finland. The interview gave all three a chance to discuss the creative, entertainment, educational, community benefits, historical and global advances of comics and graphic novels. This is Episode 1 of a 2 parter. Have questions or comments for us? Post in the comments section below or on ... Or write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged (Hamburg) #28: The Value of Observations

    08/07/2018 Duration: 34min

    Co-host Alex Simmons checks in (solo) from Hamburg, Germany, to share thoughts and tips on the power of observation for creatives.

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #27: Are There Any Benefits To Connecting With International Comic Art Creators?

    03/07/2018 Duration: 45min

    While still traveling in Europe Alex uses the opportunity to connect with artists to explore whether art is universal or not. If it is, does that include comics art, and what can we learn from one another. *Want to leave a comment or ask a question? Do so in the Comments section or... Please do so by contacting us at: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #26: Should Artist Repurpose Their Creations To Fit Current Events?

    01/07/2018 Duration: 44min

    Alex and Chris discuss the thoughts, ethics, and personal processes behind repurposes artists repurposing their creations to fit new social or political. Is it a personal or business choice and is it a good one either way? Leave your comments below, or write to: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #25: Telling How To Tell The Stories In Serbia!

    30/06/2018 Duration: 16min

    Chris asks the questions as Alex gives a short on the spot report from Leskovac, a small small town in Serbia. Alex was invited to teach a writer's workshop at the Balkan young Comics creators Festival. *Want to leave a comment or ask a question? Do so in the Comments section or... Please do so by contacting us at: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #24: What's The Point Of Doing Family Friendly Entertainment?

    28/06/2018 Duration: 43min

    Your hosts Alex and Chris explore whether or not family friendly comis, TV shows and films are scares due to the industry, or is there really little market for them now.

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #23: Can Creators Successfully Promote and Navigate The Snipers of Social Media?

    24/06/2018 Duration: 40min

    Alex and Chris wrestle with a professional and emotional challenge. Within this intense and sensitive time can creatives promote, blog and share their thoughts in the wild wild west of social media? Have questions or comments for us? Post in the comments section below or on ... Or write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #22: Can Comics Inspire and Save Lives?

    21/06/2018 Duration: 28min

    Chris interviews Alex on his invite to speak to young artists at the international Balkans Festival of Young Comics Creators, in Serbia. It's purpose is to bring together a war torn area of Balkans. and give support to young creators. The festival began in 1998 and is the oldest in the region. Since they didn't have one in 1999, because of bombings, this is their 20th anniversary. Have questions or comments for us? Post in the comments section below or on ... Or write: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #21: What To Do When Writers Fail, pt 1

    10/06/2018 Duration: 36min

    No matter how hard you try, sometimes the writing just doesn't go the way you want. In this episode Chris and Alex discuss some of their most difficult and disappointing writing experiences and how they dealt with them.

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #20: Are Superhero Movies Bringing the Billion Dollar Summer Heat?

    05/06/2018 Duration: 39min

    Alex and Chris explore the storytelling power of the the superhero movies current and coming soon. And how the Disney empire (Marvel and Star Wars films) has managed to weave a multi-billion dollar year.

  • Tell The Damn Story Unplugged #19: How To Write Solid Dialog for Various Characters

    29/05/2018 Duration: 31min

    Over the years Chris and Alex have written many different characters, from plays to comics, and from men to monsters. In this episode they discuss somechallenges and methods for writing engagging and genuine dialog. *Have questions for them? Post on ... Anchor, or on www.Facebook.com/TellTheDamnStory Or write: Alex@SimmonsHereAndNow.com

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