The Truth About Storytelling

Hosted by Tyrean Martinson

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Aug 2026

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A podcast for writers, readers, and creatives. Host Tyrean Martinson shares insights on writing, sharing creative work, the discipline of showing up again and again, and finding joy along the way.

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August 5, 202615 min

Episode #161: Rest as a Strength Trellis, Growing Gifts We've Been Given, Part 2 - and Chapter 56 from Dark Blade Forged

Rest Is Part of the Trellis Growing the Gifts We've Been Given – Part 2Is rest the opposite of growth—or could it actually be part of the support that helps us flourish?In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, I continue the Growing the Gifts We've Been Given series by exploring how walking, reading, prayer, birding, and other forms of intentional rest help cultivate creativity, faith, and resilience.After the reflection, I continue reading from my epic fantasy novel, Dark Blade Forged.Tyreantales.com

July 24, 202629 min

Episode #160: Strengths Need Trellises: Growing our Gifts as Creatives and reading Dark Blade Forged Chapters 54 and 55

Strengths need support just as surely as grapevines need trellises. In this episode, I explore how understanding our natural gifts can help us grow with purpose instead of striving against the way we're designed. Plus, I continue my reading of Dark Blade Forged.Tyrean's TalesPatreon Page

July 12, 202645 min

Episode #159 Walking it Out, Noticing Stories, and Chapters 52 and 53 of Dark Blade Forged

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, I reflect on a joyful backyard movie night, the unexpected emotional morning that followed, and a walk that became a reminder to notice the stories unfolding all around us. From friendship and laughter to faith, nature, awkward conversations, and the writing life, this episode explores how paying attention—to people, creation, and our own hearts—can bring peace, hope, and inspiration for both living and storytelling.Tyrean's Tales

July 6, 202631 min

Episode #158 Look Up and Lift Your Head Reflection on Writing, Plus a Reading Chapters 49 thru 51 of Dark Blade Forged

Writers can get caught up in the details of publishing and forget to lift our heads and look around. From discovering the worldwide publishing community to noticing a mother deer and her fawns, this episode explores how looking beyond our own creative bubble can inspire us—without overwhelming us—and help us return to our own stories with fresh wonder. Also, I read from chapters 49-51 of Dark Blade Forged.Links: Tyrean's Tales International Publishers' Congress Tyrean's Patreon Page

July 1, 202654 min

Episode #157 Returning to the Story: Realm Makers, the Publishing Industry, and Starting Again

Returning home from Realm Makers, I reflect on what I learned about storytelling, the publishing industry, and finding a creative rhythm again. Plus, an update on my revisions to Dark Blade Unchained and a reading from Dark Blade Forged, chapters 46 and 47. Tyrean's Tales WebsiteRealm Makers

June 7, 202637 min

Episode #156 Cozy Storytelling, The Mandalorian and Grogu, plus, Dark Blade Forged Chapters 45 and 46

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, I talk about mythic heroes, cozy storytelling, and why stories like The Mandalorian and Grogu resonate so deeply with audiences and families. I also explore expansive worldbuilding, different types of heroes, and the importance of relational storytelling in epic worlds. Plus, I read Chapters 46 and 47 of Dark Blade Forged as relationships and tensions continue to grow.Find me and my work at Tyrean's Tales

May 31, 202648 min

Episode #155 Accessibility, Purple Martin Morning, and Dark Blade Forged Chapters 43 and 44

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, I reflect on “A Purple Martin Morning” — an imperfect but meaningful day of walking, noticing, and unexpected grace. I also share thoughts on accessibility, tools, creativity, and caregiving before reading Chapters 43 and 44 of Dark Blade Forged, which move the story forward relationally.Link: Tyrean's Tales

May 24, 202633 min

Episode #154 The Unexpected Audience AND Dark Blade Forged, chapters 41 and 42, a reading

Thank you for your listenership! This episode is a celebration of all my listeners and what I have learned about the potential of audience reach as an author and podcaster. Plus, I continue reading Dark Blade Forged with chapters 41 and 42. Find my work and me at Tyrean's Tales

May 17, 202634 min

Episode #153 Writing Growth AND Dark Blade Forged, Chapters 39 and 40, a reading

In this episode, I discuss long term writing growth, and then read aloud Chapters 39 and 40 from Dark Blade Forged.Links: Tyrean's Tales

May 11, 202638 min

Episode #152 For the Love of Film AND Dark Blade Forged Chapters 37 and 37, a reading

In this episode of The Truth About Storytelling, Tyrean Martinson discusses her love of films and live storied events, then reads Chapters 37 and 38 of Dark Blade Forged. As tensions rise and danger closes in, Dan and his allies face difficult choices, growing conflict, and the weight of justice, faith, and sacrifice in the world of Aramatir.Find her and her work at Tyrean's Tales

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Episode #161: Rest as a Strength Trellis, Growing Gifts We've Been Given, Part 2 - and Chapter 56 from Dark Blade Forged

Episode #160: Strengths Need Trellises: Growing our Gifts as Creatives and reading Dark Blade Forged Chapters 54 and 55

Episode #159 Walking it Out, Noticing Stories, and Chapters 52 and 53 of Dark Blade Forged

Episode #158 Look Up and Lift Your Head Reflection on Writing, Plus a Reading Chapters 49 thru 51 of Dark Blade Forged

Episode #157 Returning to the Story: Realm Makers, the Publishing Industry, and Starting Again

Episode #156 Cozy Storytelling, The Mandalorian and Grogu, plus, Dark Blade Forged Chapters 45 and 46

Episode #155 Accessibility, Purple Martin Morning, and Dark Blade Forged Chapters 43 and 44

Episode #154 The Unexpected Audience AND Dark Blade Forged, chapters 41 and 42, a reading

Episode #153 Writing Growth AND Dark Blade Forged, Chapters 39 and 40, a reading

Episode #152 For the Love of Film AND Dark Blade Forged Chapters 37 and 37, a reading

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