I read “Of Love and Borscht” at the SWM Writers Showcase, a 2-hour show of local writers in Palos Verdes last weekend. My oddball piece, an essay based on a chapter from A Family, Maybe and republished by the food blog One Potato, fit in well with a line-up that ranged from speculative fiction toContinue reading “Reading at SWM Writers’ Showcase”
Author Archives: Lane Igoudin
On KLBP FM
Glad to be interviewed on KLBP 99.1 FM – Long Beach public radio station. In 10 minutes, we touched on how, when, and why I wrote the book, and why it matters today. Thank you, Melanie Rae of the “Mornings on the Beach” show for bringing me on. Click here to listen.
On Unconditioning with “Authentic Tales of an Adoptive Father”
Ending the year with an interview on a unique podcast which explores the ways to encounter and nurture your creative spirit. (It’s also one of my favorite podcasts to listen to!). Thanks to the incredibly empathic host Whitney Ann, it’s probably one of my most raw, funny, and in-the-moment interviews. Unconditioning: Discovering the Voice WithinContinue reading “On Unconditioning with “Authentic Tales of an Adoptive Father””
Finding new readers at a holiday market
The annual Uptown Village Market in Bixby Knolls, Long Beach, on December 5 was busy and fun. This was my first time doing it among other 65 artisans and creatives. I sold a few books, but more importantly, talked to dozens of people about our journey. It’s amazing the kinds of conversations and stories thatContinue reading “Finding new readers at a holiday market”
On Great Dad Talks
Earlier this year, I had a great opportunity to be a guest on the fatherhood podcast “Great Dad Talks,” hosted by Paul Banas, parenting coach and publisher of Pregnancy Magazine. Our conversation explored many facets of modern fatherhood, including how to be a present and mindful parent as well as navigate the complexities of racialContinue reading “On Great Dad Talks”
Speaking to a Stanford alumni club
“A court drama that became a personal memoir” was the title of the talk I gave to my alma mater alumni club here in LA on October 26, 2025. In it, I reflected on the issues facing the child welfare system in Los Angeles, challenges of adopting from foster care, and writing a memoir whichContinue reading “Speaking to a Stanford alumni club”
On “Dad Lit” panel at Belmont Shore Book Fair
Exploring modern fatherhood in conversation with Max Evans and Nicholas Westerfer, moderated by Patrick Erlandson, founder of the educational nonprofit Father-Con. We discussed the challenges of being a Dad today, how it informs our writing, what being a parent taught us, and what we could do to be better as Dads. A truly motivational experience.Continue reading “On “Dad Lit” panel at Belmont Shore Book Fair”
A song about A Family, Maybe by Bruce Dalzell
Bruce Dalzell, a contemporary folk singer / songwriter from Ohio, wrote this song after reading A Family, Maybe. He came on to perform it during my interview on The Anna Jinja Show, and my jaw hit the floor. I had no idea! I just thought he’d be playing some background music. Watch the video ofContinue reading “A song about A Family, Maybe by Bruce Dalzell”
Interview airs on NPR, Pacifica, and other radio stations
Our deep, densely-packed, and dynamic conversation on The Anna Jinja Show, the #1 adoption podcast in the country, aired last week on 4 radio stations, including WOUB-FM (NPR), KHOI 89.1 FM (Pacifica Radio), STAR 107 FM, and Radio St.Pete 86.7 FM. Listen here. The Anna Jinja Show focuses on the stories, issues, and questions connectedContinue reading “Interview airs on NPR, Pacifica, and other radio stations”
On A Joyful Rebellion
“In this powerful episode, writer and father Lane Igoudin reveals the painful flaws of the foster system and the quiet strength needed to protect his family. This inspiring adoption story proves love always finds a way.” – Podcast host James Walters, A Joyful Rebellion A wonderful experience sharing our story in an interview with onContinue reading “On A Joyful Rebellion”
Lane Igoudin | Author, Professor, Dad 