Ashley Guyot

The StoryPod

Fiction EN ↓ 77 episodes

Storypod – Where storytelling is about doing, not just learning. Step into Storytelling Immersion—a world where characters come to life, worlds unfold, and plots twist and turn as we dive deep into the art of story. Unlike traditional guides, Storypod is a “learn-by-listening” experience. Through storytelling games, character-building exercises, media discussions, and creative Q&A, each episode immerses you in the craft of storytelling. This isn’t a textbook on “how to,” but a playground for creators, thinkers, and lovers of story to explore, experiment, and let ideas spark and grow. Whether y...

Author

Ashley Guyot

Category

Fiction

Podcast website

www.creativebff.com

Latest episode

Apr 10, 2026

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Episodes

Reddit Q: How Do You Write a Character Who Feels Expendable? 10.04.2026

A writer asked: “What does it actually look like when a character believes they’re expendable—and how do I show that without saying it outright?” ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle m...

PART 2: Using AI To Build a Visual Novel? 03.04.2026

Let's see what Claude can do... ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for crafting amazing stories. 🌐 Website: https://www.creativebff.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.co...

REDDIT Q: No Villain… So What’s the Conflict? 27.03.2026

✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for crafting amazing stories. 🌐 Website: https://www.creativebff.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your_creativebff 🎙️ Podcast: h...

Using AI To Build a Visual Novel? 20.03.2026

Today, I'm testing two platforms that claim to be able to build any app from prompts...Let's test it with a visual novel! Or at least as far as a free account will get me, lol. ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling...

Let's Kill An Angel: Reddit Q 13.03.2026

✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for crafting amazing stories. 🌐 Website: https://www.creativebff.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your_creativebff 🎙️ Podcast: h...

Reddit Q: Black-Coded Bird Character? 27.02.2026

A reddit writer asked: “I’m writing a story about birds and I want my main character to be Black-coded and mixed. Is it reasonable to include parental conflict and divorce? Or should I rethink it?” ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about buildi...

Random Name Generator Story Ideas! 13.02.2026

I try to come up with story concepts based on random story titles... And I basically flop LOL😅 ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for crafting amazing stories. 🌐 Website: ht...

Nier Doesn't Hit the Emotional Notes for Me -__-; 06.02.2026

I want to love Nier.  But the emotional beats don’t land—and here’s why. Also yes, I made up a fantasy story from a meme at the end 😅 ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for c...

2 Reddit Qs: Stop Worldbuilding, Start Plotting; & Overwhelmed By the 2nd Draft 30.01.2026

✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for crafting amazing stories. 🌐 Website: https://www.creativebff.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your_creativebff 🎙️ Podcast: h...

Reddit Q: They're Already Hooking up, But What About Emotional Tension? 23.01.2026

A redditor asks how they can draw out and maintain the "longing, pining" emotional tension if their characters are already hooking up by act 1? Let's discuss! ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and develo...

PT. 2 Chat: Is This Relationship Dynamic Taboo? 16.01.2026

Apparently, I'm a hypocrite :D. Let me know your opinion! ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for crafting amazing stories. 🌐 Website: https://www.creativebff.com 📸 Instagram...

Reddit Q: Is This Relationship Dynamic Taboo? 09.01.2026

A reddit writer asked if a romance between two of their characters would be...weird? Let me know your opinion! ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for crafting amazing stories....

A Christmas Miracle & Slightly Dark Flash Fiction 02.01.2026

Happy New Year, Bestie! In today's video, I chat about a Christmas miracle I experienced, and read you a short, dark flash fiction :). ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for c...

Reddit Q: Not Enough Female Representation? 19.12.2025

A reddit writer asked if having only one female main character among a cast of males is problematic or if she was overthinking. Lets CHAT about it, Bestie! ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developin...

REDDIT Q: What Government Works in Deep Space? (Story Worldbuilding Reps 💪) 12.12.2025

A writer asked: “If people live mostly on ships, stations, or asteroids—what kind of government actually makes sense in that kind of world?” This is such a great worldbuilding question—and one that gives us a chance to stretch some storytelling muscles. ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creat...

REDDIT Q: Does Your Sci-Fi Sound Like a Textbook? 05.12.2025

A physicist-turned-novelist asked: “My teenage nephew said my sci-fi novel reads like a textbook with a plot stapled on… and I can’t stop thinking about it.”  Whether you're writing asteroid mining thrillers or starship survival dramas, this one's for anyone who's been told their story “feels like homework.” ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story...

Writing a Flash Fiction! 28.11.2025

In this episode of Storypod, I'm attempting to write a flash fiction!  ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory for crafting amazing stories. 🌐 Website: https://www.creativebff.com...

Reading My Cringe Fan Fiction- EP 2 21.11.2025

In this episode of Storypod, I swallow my pride and my intense cringe response to share some old fan fiction with you, Bestie. CRINGE FANFIC EP 1: https://youtu.be/qbsBCaOkTV0 ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling m...

Everything They Write Makes Them Cringe: Reddit Q 07.11.2025

A teen writer asked: “Every time I try to write my novel, I cringe and delete it. It’s not even bad—but I can’t stand it.”  In this episode, I respond to a young writer who feels blocked, discouraged, and caught in a cycle of writing, cringing, deleting, and repeating. ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots,...

REDDIT Q: Angels vs Vampires: Which Makes the Better Symbolic Hero? 31.10.2025

A writer asked: “Which symbolic redemption arc has more power—an ascended human-turned-angel, or an ancient vampire who’s spent eons repenting?” ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle me...

Reddit Q: Starting a Political Fantasy Story: What Comes First? 24.10.2025

A writer working on their first fantasy novel asked: “How do I start the conflict in a political fantasy story with multiple kingdoms, languages, and religions—without it feeling overdone or messy?” ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about build...

How to Fix Bland, Blocky Writing (You Won't Like My Answer) 17.10.2025

A beginner writer asked: “My writing feels bland and kind of blocky—how do I fix it?” We’ll explore how reading more intentionally and mapping out great sentences can train your brain to write smoother, more rhythmic prose. ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The St...

REDDIT Q: Is It Ethical to Use AI for Character Ideas? 10.10.2025

A writer asked: Is it okay to use AI to help create a villain’s moveset or powers? It’s a great question—and it taps into the bigger conversation around inspiration, originality, and what it means to be a creator today. ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryP...

Reddit Q: How to Justify Story Tech (Yes, Even Zeppelins) 03.10.2025

A Reddit writer asked: “How do I justify having zeppelins in my story when I just like them?” And honestly—that’s a great question. In this episode, I explain how to logically ground any technology, object, or invention in your story world so it feels natural instead of random. Whether it’s airships, holograms, or magic typewriters, the key is weaving them into the logic, culture, and stakes of yo...

Reddit Q: Stuck on Chapter 4? Here’s What To Do Next 26.09.2025

A Reddit writer asked: “I’m stuck on Chapter 4 and don’t know where to take the story.” It’s a common problem—and a completely fixable one. ✨ Welcome to The StoryPod! ✨ Dive into the world of storytelling with me as we "do story," exploring characters, worlds, plots, games, and creative writing challenges. The StoryPod is all about building your storytelling muscles and developing muscle memory...

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