I have appeared as a solo guest on TV, radio, and podcast shows, spoken at author talks and book fairs, and partnered with other writers and community activists on conference and event panels. Please see my full media resource profile on Qwoted and feel free to reach out for quotes, comments, or speaking opportunities.
Recent TV/radio/podcast appearances and media stories
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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My op-ed in LA Blade on the Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling
At the end of June, an important, disturbing decision came down from the US Supreme Court concerning LGBTQ-themed books in public schools. Here’s my op-ed…
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On Young Dad Pod
A memorable one-hour interview: a heated but friendly debate about state-run child welfare (we really got into it!). What’s inspiring is how much these issues…
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On Silver Linings Handbook
An interview which zeroes in on “the balancing act between the rights of parents and what’s best for children.” So glad for the opportunity to…
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On Zen Commuter
An illuminating conversation about bringing mindfulness into parenting and other aspects of daily life with meditation instructor and podcaster Thom Walters. From the Zen Commuter…
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On Living the Dream with DJ Curveball
On the air with the podcaster, Internet radio DJ, and hip-hop artist Curtis Jackson, a.k.a. DJ Curveball. Living the Dream, Season 27, Episode 3 (28…
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24 podcasts taped this year
Since January 15, I’ve been interviewed about A Family, Maybe on 24 podcasts, some syndicated on the radio. My original goal was 5, but there…
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On eWN’s Late Boomers
Interviewed by eWN Network’s veteran podcasters Cathy Worthington and Merry Elkins on their popular Late Boomers show. What is Late Boomers? It’s “the podcast that…
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On SoCal Voices
Interviewed on SoCal Voices, an award-winning podcast focusing on regional stories and issues. It went live on Apple, IHeartRadio, Spotify, and also on Amazon Music…
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BookLife Critic’s Review: 10/10
A quarterfinalist for The 2024 BookLife Prize, A Family, Maybe scored 10/10 on this Publishers Weekly-sponsored competition. The Critic’s Report left me deeply humbled. I…
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Recalling the 1st generation of out LGBTQ families on a queer podcast
A historical memoir set in a particular time and place, A Family, Maybe documents the rise of the first wave of out gay families and…
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On Famous Interviews (Neon Jazz)
“Foster Adoption & Fatherhood” was the theme of my talk with Joe Dimino on his Famous Interviews podcast series, a companion to his Neon Jazz…
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“Claim your space!” interview on WV Uncommonplace
“A Black man and a White man with two Hispanic kids walking around – we were like a walking spotlight. Heads would turn. People would…
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Radio interview with Peter Anthony Holder
This week’s episode of the radio/podcast show “The Stuph File” with my 11-minute interview is airing on 10 stations in the U.S., Canada, and even…
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Speaking about mindful parenting on Solo Shift
Lively conversation with parenting advocate and coach Wedeh Guar on her Solo Shift podcast, which “empowers 9-5 single moms to balance work, life, and purpose.…
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“The Vanishing Bridge” in Jewish Journal
My new essay in this week’s Jewish Journal examines the fragility of family histories which originated in the world of the Pale. It appears on…
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On Make Your Day Richer TV
A densely-packed, live 15-minute interview on Make Your Day Richer TV / podcast with Richard Wilmore. Fast, fun, and to the point. “Just when you…
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