Ty Mall

Fiction and Copy Decoded

Here on The Fiction and Copy Decoded Podcast, you'll discover how fiction and copywriting borrow from each other, and how you can use one (or both) to grow in your writing skill.

Author

Ty Mall

Category

Education

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Latest episode

Jun 17, 2026

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Episodes

Ep. 139 Done, but Only for Now. 07.04.2021

In this episode I chat about the first stage of the first manuscript I ever edited, and what that felt like way back when.

Ep. 138 I Missed Prompts for a Month, So I Did This 24.03.2021

In this episode I chat about my prompt philosophy a bit, how things changed, and if they should stay the same. 

Ep. 137 My Third Session Leading an RPG Game 17.03.2021

In this episode, I chat about leading my third session. My players made it to town to discover a studious doctor, a crystal that's falling apart, and a dopey druid. And I learned I need to work on my long game, improvisation, and intrigue skills.

Episode 136: I Made a Bit of a Mess 10.03.2021

This one is about the time I tried to debone chicken after not practicing for a while, and you can learn from it, if you're the creative type. 

Episode 135: Mistaken Identity and a Call from the Vet 03.03.2021

In this episode, I chat about a call from the vet I wasn't expecting for a number of reasons, as well as what I learned from the experience.

Episode 134: It Started with a Prompt about Milk 24.02.2021

This episode takes me back to a prompt about milk (and why I don't use this podcast to read my blog word for word).

Ep. 133 Consequences and Discoveries from My Second Session as a GM 17.02.2021

Here's what I discovered about D&D, myself, my players, and a lot more after leading my second session as a DM/game master. I'll get there eventually, but I'm happy to say it wasn't as bad or rushed-feeling as my first session.

Ep. 132: The Super Bowl LV Stuff I Didn't Mention Yet 10.02.2021

In this episode, I chat about all the Super Bowl commercials I didn't already (which ended up being quite a lot).

Ep. 131 The Super Short Memorial Day Post of 2014 03.02.2021

And that's why I decided to expand on it. It ended way too soon.

Episode 130: The Idol Finale Way Back When, and a Prompt 27.01.2021

In this episode, I chat a bit about why American Idol inspired me and why I watched it. Oh, and a writing prompt too. 

Ep. 129: The Aftermath of My First Campaign Session 20.01.2021

In this episode, I chat a lot about what I learned about D&D, writing, and human interaction as a result of my first campaign session as a dungeon master/GM.

Ep. 128 A Few More Random Thoughts before My First Session 13.01.2021

My first session as a gamemaster is looming, so I thought I'd share some additional thoughts before things kick off later.

Episode 127 A Few More Thoughts on Being a Newbie GM 06.01.2021

In this episode, I chat a bit more about things that have run through my head as I consider my first session as a gamemaster is in one week (mostly concerning creativity, imposter syndrome, and panic).

Episode 126: My Thoughts and Ideas about Leading a Roleplaying Session for the First Time 30.12.2020

In this episode, I talk a bit (more) about what I'm thinking about the fact that I'll be dungeon-mastering in two weeks from today. Of course I'll relate everything to fiction and a bit about persuasion as well. 

Episode 125: Dealing with Things Getting Switched Up 23.12.2020

In this episode, I chat about switch-ups that happened to me over a couple days years and years ago, and add in some things about resilience and more.

Ep. 124 Predictions, Calm Friend Prompt, and Speculation 16.12.2020

In this episode I talk about the 13th season of American Idol and a prompt about a normally calm friend. If you're creative or like to brainstorm, break out your recording device of choice for this one.

Episode 123: Using the End of the TV Season to Power Your Writing 09.12.2020

In this episode I chat about using the end of the TV season (not as applicable now but stick with it) to power writing, marketing, and other creative endeavors (no screenwriting experience required).

Episode 122: Things I Learned from a Bunch of Spiderpeople 02.12.2020

In this episode I chat about what I learned about people and perspective from a movie called Into the Spiderverse, and a hilarious reason why most of what I mention could be totally wrong.

Ep. 121 When It All Began, and Thank You 25.11.2020

In this episode, I chat a bit about life, the start of my blog, and how thankful I am for people who listen to and read my content (which if you can read or hear this, includes you). Thank you, and onward.

Episode 120: My Failed Talent Show Prediction and an Early Prompt 18.11.2020

In this episode I chat about a failed prediction from years back I made for American Idol, as well as reflecting on changes in routine and entertainment from my own perspective, from then until now.

Episode 119: The Science Fiction Race I Only Mentioned Once 11.11.2020

In this episode, I chat about describing things from a character's perspective (and analyze a couple of my examples from long, long ago). 

Episode 118 How Jack Bauer Can Improve Your Writing 04.11.2020

In this episode, I chat about a TV character from forever ago, and how you can improve your writing by watching TV (provided the basics are down pat first).

Ep. 117 The First Time I Wasn't Where I Wanted to Be 28.10.2020

In this episode I chat about attending the concert of a symphony I was once involved with, and the business parallels that go along with it. 

Episode 116 Writing and the Lawn 21.10.2020

In this episode I chat about writing, mowing the lawn, and what they have in common (with a bit of Star Wars discussion thrown in there).

Episode 115: My First Prompt 14.10.2020

In this episode, I chat about one of my first attempts at a writing prompt, what prompts are good for, and how you can vary them so they don't get boring.

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