This TELL THE DAMN STORY podcast inspired by #chadwickboseman and is devoted to telling stories that touch us deeply. Stories in books, films and TV shows can simply entertain. But quite often one story can get to us, and stay with us forever.
This episode co-host Alex Simmons, guest Omar Holman and I discuss stories that have stayed with us. We also share a slew of written comments by #WaltSimonson, #MichaelWright, and others, as they add to a celebration of tales.
You are sure to find a favorite and some new things to track down in episode #155.
*By the way, is there a story that for some reason, you’ve never forgotten? Please write down the name here in the comment section. You can even add 1 or 2 sentences telling us a little about it.
Or leave any writing questions, challenges, or solutions you may have?
Or write to us at: TTDSOnAir@gmail.com
Alex Simmons, writer/speaker, consultant with his InkPot Award.
Chris Ryan,
Author of mysteries, children’s books, screenplays and novels
About Alex Simmons Says
Alex Simmons is an award-winning freelance writer, comic book creator, playwright, teaching artist, and educational consultant. He’s written for Disney Books, Penguin Press, Simon and Schuster, Marvel, DC, and Archie Comics. Simmons is the creator of the acclaimed adventure comic book series, Blackjack. As a teaching artist, Simmons has created and taught creative arts workshops for students and educators in the US, Europe, West Indies, and Africa.
Simmons has served on panels and delivered lectures on children’s entertainment mediums, as well as empowering young people through the arts. Simmons founded the annual family event, Kids Comic Con, as well as three comic arts exhibits, which have traveled abroad. He is currently developing a comics and creative arts program for children all over the world.
During the past 35 years, Simmons has participated as a member of arts and education boards for several New York State nonprofit organizations, as well as one in Nigeria.
As a teaching artist Simmons has worked with youth through the Bronx Community College, the Christopher Barron Live Life Foundation, Apollo Theater In-School Arts Program, Henkel McCoy, Upward Bound, New York Council on the Arts, Children’s Art Carnival, Wings Academy, and NYU Creative Arts Team, to name a few.
He has been a panelist at many literacy and arts events, and he has been a guest speaker at numerous colleges and educational institutions here and abroad.
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