Memoir Episodes
68. Julio Lucero ~ The Grandson's Tale: Family, Food, and Finding His…
Join us as we dive into Abuelita, I Am Your Grandson, a powerful and poignant memoir by Julio Lucero. Julio Lucero's book is a collection of autobiographical stories about his experiences working in his family's Mexican restaurant, Julio's Cafe, in Hyde Park, Texas. The book is not a single narrati…
60. Jennifer Silva Redmond ~ Discovering Life and Love on a Small Boat
In this captivating episode, we set sail with Jennifer Silva Redmond as she takes us on a remarkable journey in her memoir, "Honeymoon at Sea: How I Found Myself Living on a Small Boat." Join us as we explore the inspiration behind her decision to embark on an adventurous honeymoon at sea, the chal…
46. Ricardo González ~ Savoring Memories
In this episode, we unravel the pages of The Mango Chronicle, a memoir that reads like a sun-soaked dream. Dr. Ricardo González, a physician turned storyteller, invites us into his world—a world where mangoes are more than fruit; they are vessels of memory, love, and longing.Join us as we delve i…
36. Yasmín Ramirez ~ Proud to be Prieta
What happens when you grow up in a place where two cultures collide and two languages coexist? How do you find your voice and your identity in a world that often misunderstands or misrepresents you? In this episode Yasmín Ramírez chats about her memoir ¡Ándale, Prieta!, a captivating and candid acc…
35. Edwin Fontánez ~ Unveiling the Depths of Father-Son Bonds
In today's episode we’re going to discuss a memoir that has touched my heart and made me think about the complexities of family, memory, and art. The book is called One Last Song for My Father: A Son’s Memoir by Edwin Fontánez.One Last Song for My Father is a tribute to the author’s father, a t…