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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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This week’s episode is far reaching in scope—touching history, cultural inheritance and influence, food as a bridge, and what stories we have the authority to tell. Guest Madhushree Ghosh brings us into her inspiration for her newest book, Safar, whi... more

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This week’s show is about lyricism! Lyricism in memoir is about using juxtaposition, gaps, and echo. It’s writing that advances by association via imagery and connotation, and language that sings. This is an invitation to step into a different way of... more

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This is a wonderful episode for listeners ready to dive into topics ranging from aboutness, how to think about what you’re writing, and why your memoir should not be about you. Guest Marion Roach Smith shares with listeners her algorithm for writing ... more

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This week’s guest, David Lauterstein, joins us to talk about art and writing and purpose. Lauterstein’s book couldn’t NOT catch our eye. Sodomy Gods is a provocative title, and the point of giving his memoir this title was to make a point, to push re... more

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Recent Guests

Madhushree Ghosh
Author of Khabaar and Safar, a PhD biochemist, and founder of KhabaarCo
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Episode: Madhushree Ghosh on The Many Stories Food Holds
Lee Horikoshi Roripaugh
Biracial Nisei writer, poet and pianist; author of unMothered, unTongued
Episode: Lee Horikoshi Roripaugh on The Lyric Essay
Marion Roach Smith
Author, former New York Times staffer, and memoir teacher.
The Memoir Project
Episode: Marion Roach Smith on Why Your Memoir Should Not Be About You
David Lauterstein
Founder and CEO of Nasty Pig and author of Sodomy Gods
Nasty Pig
Episode: David Lauerstein on Truth-Telling as an Act of Defiance
Murray Hill
Comedian, showman, and author of Showbiz! My Life as a Middle-Aged Man
Murray Hill / Showbiz!
Episode: Murray Hill on Purpose as a Lifeline
Ebony Walden
Author, filmmaker and speaker; founder of Ebony Walden Consulting; creator of Black Beyond Borders
SheWritesPress author; Ebony Walden Consulting
Episode: Ebony Walden on the Travel Memoir
Jessy Easton
Memoirist, writer and somatic writing facilitator
Self-published via Substack; author of The One Who Leaves
Episode: Jessy Easton on Writing the Hard Thing
Terria Smith
tribal member of the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians, writer and editor
Know We Are Here, News from Native California Magazine, Heyday
Episode: Terria Smith on How Our Adventures Shape Us
Nia Gilliam
Black female airline pilot, author of Cleared for Takeoff
Author, Sisters of the Skies
Episode: Captain Nia Gilliam on Monoculture Moments in Memoir

Hosts

Grant Faulkner
Host of Memoir Nation; advocate for writers and storytelling
Brooke Warner
Co-host of Memoir Nation; founder/leader in memoir publishing and education

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 609 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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    taymsilveira
    United States5 months ago
  • Beautiful work

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carol22elaine
    United States5 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 States7 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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    Athena Planning Group
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners praise the depth of craft guidance and practical takeaways for writers
Audience appreciates the supportive community around Memoir Nation and the focus on indie publishing
Guests are consistently high-caliber and bring fresh perspectives to memoir and publishing
The show is valued for thoughtful, nuanced conversations that respect diverse memoir voices

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Madhushree Ghosh on The Many Stories Food Holds
Q: How do you write about that kind of fear without it overwhelming everything else you want the reader to feel in this book?
Ghosh describes repeatedly editing the material and says remembering the murder of Balbir Singh Sodhi and other post-9/11 experiences is important. She encourages readers to consider their role in acknowledging hatred and building community.
Madhushree Ghosh on The Many Stories Food Holds
Q: When did you realize that the recipes weren't just garnishes to the narrative, but really the story itself?
Ghosh says food connects people to comfort, memory, joy, and sorrow. Each recipe reflects the story being told, including the histories of communities such as Japanese farmers in Imperial Valley.
Lee Horikoshi Roripaugh on The Lyric Essay
Q: How do you think about the relationship between form and identity in this book and how the aesthetic is actually existentially deep?
Roripaugh says hybrid forms allow movement through liminal spaces and can express identities as fluid rather than fixed. For writers who do not fit conventional categories, these forms can better reflect their lived or bodily experience.
Lee Horikoshi Roripaugh on The Lyric Essay
Q: How do you help writers distinguish between genuine lyric fragmentation and what Philip Lepot called a dreamy vagueness?
Roripaugh says the distinction comes down to intention. Craft, deliberate patterns and repetition give fragmented writing a guiding force; revision can help writers clarify their intentions and make informed choices down to individual words and punctuation.
Marion Roach Smith on Why Your Memoir Should Not Be About You
Q: How do you help a writer find the aboutness of their story when they can really only see the events?
Smith talks with writers about gaining distance from events and deciding what the experience can teach. She encourages them to shape the story around an idea, such as reclaiming one's voice, rather than simply reliving what happened.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Memoir Nation

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

Memoir-focused conversations feature in-depth interviews with writers, journalists, poets, and other narrative creators who explore memoir craft, storytelling, and publishing. Hosted by two industry veterans, episodes pair guests to discuss memory, form, resilience, and the cultural impact of personal narratives, often closing with practical insights for writers and editors. The format blends craft techniques, industry trends, and provocative conversations about what memoir can do in society, with a recurring focus on indie publishing, design, and community support. Noteworthy is the Book Alley segment and a consistent emphasis on making writing accessible—that everyone has a story worth telling—while spotlighting diverse voices and nontrad... more

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2. Lee Horikoshi Roripaugh
3. Marion Roach Smith
4. David Lauterstein
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6. Ebony Walden
7. Jessy Easton
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