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Memoir Nation: Weekly Inspiration for Writers is an extension of the Memoir Nation community hosted by Brooke Warner and Grant Faulkner, two friends and colleagues who bring a community-minded sensibility to the writing journey. Originally launched as Write-minded in 2018, this is a weekly writing podcast that focuses on memoir and personal writing, as well as industry trends and tips and resource... more

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Happy August, Memoir Nation! As is our custom, we bring you our favorite guests of the past year, partnered by theme. This week we chose Kwame Alexander and E. Jean Carroll, both of whom have seen major personal victories in the months since we origi... more

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These week comedian Roz Hernandez opens up her heart and her story to us—and shares about the acceptance that comes when you stop trying to be “for everyone.” As a transgender comic, Roz talks about the experience of being hated just for existing, an... more

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Memoir Nation explores the hardest things this week with guest Emily Rapp Black. Her new book is I Would Die If I Were You, part memoir, part how-to, that supports writers through writing trauma and the things that won’t let us go, and how to stay th... more

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This week’s show is a meditation on grief and the ways it weaves itself into our writing. Guest Siri Hustvedt says so many profound things about the writing process, about writing after loss, and about how to make sense of a life in the absence of a ... more

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Emily Rapp Black
Author and memoirist; teaches creative writing at UC Riverside
Author/UC Riverside
Episode: Emily Rapp Black on Writing the Hardest Things
Siri Hustvedt
Author of Ghost Stories, poet, essayist, and professor
Author, Ghost Stories
Episode: Siri Hustvedt on Grief as Unrequited Love
Roxane Gay
Author, literary critic, and co-owner/editor of The Rumpus
The Rumpus
Episode: Roxane Gay and Debbie Millman on the Importance of Indie Media (and Celebrating the Relaunch of “The Rumpus”)
Debbie Millman
Designer, writer, and co-owner/editor of Print magazine; host of Design Matters
The Rumpus (new era) / Print
Episode: Roxane Gay and Debbie Millman on the Importance of Indie Media (and Celebrating the Relaunch of “The Rumpus”)
Rosebud Baker
Comedian, memoirist, author of Fully Baked
Fully Baked memoir
Episode: Rosebud Baker on Tragedy + Time = Memoir
Beronda Montgomery
Author and plant biologist; author of When Trees Testify
Author, Harvard University Press (Lessons from Plants); focus on trees, science and history
Episode: Beronda Montgomery on Memoir as Testimony
Ronit Plank
Author, podcaster, and memoir advocate
Let's Talk Memoir; Memoir Nation ally
Episode: Ronit Plank on Memoir Advocacy
Eleni Sikelianos
Poet, writer, collaborator and master of mixing genres
Independent
Episode: Eleni Sikelianos on How Subject Shapes Story
Beth Ann Fennelly
Poet Laureate of Mississippi (2016–2021); author of Heating & Cooling; The Irish Goodbye, Micro-Memoirs
University of Mississippi; Poet; Author
Episode: Beth Ann Fennelly on The Micro Memoir

Hosts

Brooke Warner
Host of Memoir Nation, involved in publishing and author-focused community work.
Grant Faulkner
Co-host of Memoir Nation; director of NaNoWriMo, involved in editing and promoting memoir writing.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 606 ratings
  • i was really hoping you were going to have amanda knox and lidia yuknavitch talk to each other.

    i was really hoping you were going to have amanda knox and lidia yuknavitch talk to each other. it would’ve been a fascinating conversation

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    3
    taymsilveira
    United States2 months ago
  • Beautiful work

    This podcast is changing my life as a writer. Thank you Brooke and Grant!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carol22elaine
    United States2 months ago
  • Grateful!!!

    Loving the learning journey deep into the oceans of memoir that Brooke and Grant are leading with this great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    thethe1927
    United States4 months ago
  • Invaluable

    Memoir and fiction writer here. Great podcast. Not a bullseye every time, but I have learned so much from these interviews. A treasure trove.

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    5
    Annals of Obscurity
    United Statesa year ago
  • My favourite podcast

    As a Canadian writer, speaker, financial planner, estate and legacy planner I want to share that I Love this podcast! I find the pre guest discussion with Brooke and Grant enlightening, thought provoking and makes me want to be their friend 🥰! I also thoroughly enjoy hearing from their guests as they have such a range of interesting writers, comedians, memoirists and all round great outside the box thinkers, movers and shakers!

    So glad you’ve launched Memoir Nation and I look forward to your w... more

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    5
    Athena Planning Group
    Canadaa year ago

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Community-focused with practical writing prompts and resources.
Insightful interviews that sharpen writing craft and publishing instincts.
Strong host-partner dynamic; thoughtful, sharp questioning.
Listeners value actionable tips for submissions, structure, and audience engagement.
Guests are diverse and consistently high-caliber, keeping topics fresh.

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#181
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#87
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Roxane Gay and Debbie Millman on the Importance of Indie Media (and Celebrating the Relaunch of “The Rumpus”)
Q: How do you balance design leadership with literary curation in a relaunched indie magazine?
Debbie explains the redesign aimed to be elegant, literary, edgy, and highly adaptable, while Roxane emphasizes preserving strong literary standards and using design as a vehicle to reach new audiences without compromising editorial integrity.
Roxane Gay and Debbie Millman on the Importance of Indie Media (and Celebrating the Relaunch of “The Rumpus”)
Q: What led Roxane Gay and Debbie Millman to acquire The Rumpus and steer it into a new era?
They saw an opportunity to preserve and expand an important independent voice in literature, combining Roxane's publishing vision with Debbie's design and editorial leadership to refresh the magazine while maintaining its core values of independence and diverse perspectives.
Emily Rapp Black on Writing the Hardest Things
Q: What advice do you give writers worried about shedding light on trauma and risking reader response?
Write for your own truth first, recognize that not every reader will connect, and focus on serving the story to the right audience; this realignment helps writers avoid bending their work to universal approval while maintaining integrity.
Emily Rapp Black on Writing the Hardest Things
Q: How does the book balance memoir and craft, and what did that allow you to explore that a straight memoir wouldn't?
By weaving craft ideas and exercises into the memoir, Emily shows how a writer is formed by experience, offering practical prompts and insights that help readers understand the creation process while staying deeply personal and emotionally honest.
Emily Rapp Black on Writing the Hardest Things
Q: Tell us why the title I Would Die If I Were You felt like the right launch point for your book.
The title challenges a common, hurtful line that people hear, and using it as a vehicle invites writers who have heard it to keep going and to write beyond the pain, turning a rude remark into a prompt for resilient craft and community.

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What is Memoir Nation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Memoir Nation offers weekly conversations with a focus on memoir craft, personal writing, and industry trends. Episodes typically feature in-depth author interviews, discussions on memoir form, publishing paths from indie presses to university presses, and practical advice for writers—often closing with a Book Alley segment that highlights recent memoirs. The show stands out for its collaborative hosts, a strong emphasis on ethical storytelling, and a culture that nurtures experimentation in memoir (hybrid forms, visual memoirs, and write-prompts). This blend makes it a valuable resource for writers seeking craft guidance, publishing insights, and inspiration from a diverse roster of guests.

Listeners are likely drawn to thoughtful, craft-... more

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