
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 | 259 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsSociety & Culture | |||

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Rachel Weaver joins Let’s Talk Memoir for a conversation about the mysterious illness she lived with for nearly two decades, seeing 30-40 doctors and spending 18 years in the medical system, the toll of dwelling in the kingdom of the sick, writing as... more
Deborah Shepherd joins Let’s Talk Memoir for a conversation about the large age gap in her first marriage and having mixed feelings about the love story of her youth, the titillation of secrecy and huge risks she took in her personal life, how women ... more
Samina Najmi joins Let’s Talk Memoir for a conversation about growing up under a military dictatorship in Pakistan, the colonial legacy in South Asia, writing about migration, race, and gender, teaching as a secular Muslim woman in the aftermath of 9... more
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I have been an avid listener for 3+ years, first as a memoir lover, then as a memoir writer myself. In that time, Ronit has introduced me to so many great stories, and pulled the curtain back on the writing process and the many important decisions related to voice, structure, pacing, narrative arc, and more. I can point to several episodes that influenced my own thinking and work. Also love Ronit’s sunny vibe and how it feels as if I’m eavesdropping on a conversation between writer friends. If y... more
One of the best podcasts. Ronit is a skilled interviewer, asking guests rich questions and letting them answer. I look forward to every episode.
As an author or a memior I love hearing the Johnny of other writers. And inevitably, I want their books.
I have learned so much from Let’s Talk Memoir, and I was delighted to be a guest on the show. Ronit has such a warm and inviting interview style, and she asks some of the most thoughtful questions. Her podcast is a gift to the writing community!
This podcast is so thorough and informative. As a writer and a reader, I’m riveted to these conversations. Thank you for inviting writers to reflect on their work.
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This show centers on memoir craft, writing processes, and the lived realities behind personal narratives. Conversations blend deep-dive craft discussions with intimate, often encounter-rich memoir stories—covering identity, trauma, family history, and the publishing journey. Listeners can expect actionable writing tips, practical guidance for memory work, and thoughtful exploration of how real-life experiences translate into compelling, publishable memoirs. A standout strength is the host's combination of empathetic interviewing, rigorous preparation, and a steady stream of diverse guest voices from authors, researchers, and practitioners. This makes it a strong fit for aspiring memoirists, established writers, editors, and readers who want... more
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Let’s Talk Memoir launched 4 years ago and published 259 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 Weaver
2. Deborah K. Shepherd
3. Samina Najmi
4. Jenny Lisk
5. Courtney Kocak
6. Carol Odell
7. Cinelle Barnes
8. Amil Niazi
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