
Let’s Talk Memoir is a podcast for memoir lovers, readers, and writers, featuring interviews with memoirists about their writing process, their challenges, and what they’ve learned about sharing the most personal of narratives. Hosted by writer, editor, and teacher Ronit Plank, each episode highlights different aspects of the memoir-writing experience, and offers writing tips and inspiration. Roni... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 242 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksSociety & CultureArts | |||

Mimi Nichter joins Let’s Talk Memoir for a conversation about being hijacked on a plane when she was twenty years old in the first incident of international terrorism, how we can be socialized into silence about our stories, processing old trauma on ... more
Rachel Tzvia Back joins Let’s Talk Memoir for a conversation about living with depression, losing a sister, when a mother is emotionally and psychologically absent, how myths can be cloaks, listening to our language and what it offers, thinking in im... more
Julie Scolnick joins Let’s Talk Memoir for a conversation about falling madly in love with a married Frenchman when she was 20 years old and living in Paris studying music, working our way back from aching first love, searching for answers, cutting e... more
Stephanie Weaver MPH joins Let’s Talk Memoir for a conversation about family estrangement, gaslighting, her recovered memories of childhood sexual abuse, chronic illness, not wanting a book to be about revenge, reframing a memoir around a larger cult... more
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This is my favorite podcast about writing. Ronit does such a great job interviewing fascinating guests, and I am learning so much about writing.
As a creative nonfiction writer, I listen to lots of podcasts on writing, particularly memoir writing. Let’s Talk Memoir is my all time favorite! Ronit brings on great guests who have unique perspectives and she asks them interesting and insightful questions. I look forward to new episodes every week!
Just listened to my first episode and looking forward to listening to more of these wonderful interviews, thoughtfully and thoroughly conducted.
Ronit blends equal parts story and craft with her guests, making an enjoyable show for those who write memoirs and those who love to read the stories.
I love listening to the podcast! I learn something each time and Ronit does a great job hosting and illuminating her guests’ writing process.
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A memoir-focused interview show that pairs a thoughtful host with a wide range of guest memoirists, from academics and physicians to filmmakers, artists, and journalists. Episodes emphasize writing craft, structure, and the personal process behind turning memory into narrative, often weaving in research, archival work, and collaboration with editors. Listeners can expect deep dives into memoir revelation, vulnerability, and the ethical dimensions of storytelling, along with practical tips for drafting, revising, and publishing. A standout quality is the host's compassionate curiosity and ability to draw out both the intimate and craft-oriented aspects of memoir, making the show a valuable resource for writers seeking actionable guidance and... more
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Let’s Talk Memoir launched 4 years ago and published 242 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Let’s Talk Memoir include:
1. Rachel Tzvia Back
2. Julie Scolnik
3. Stephanie Weaver
4. Nikkya Hargrove
5. Amanda McCracken
6. Wendy C. Ortiz
7. Mallary Tenore Tarpley
8. Karen Palmer
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