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 at https://dub.sh/woub . The Anna Jinja Show focuses on the stories, issues, andContinue 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”

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 concern all of us, no matter the background. Thanks, Jey Young, for bringing me on your show! Welcome into the Young Dad Pod, Ep. 234 —whether you’re folding laundry, wipingContinue reading “On Young Dad Pod”

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 min.) | “Embracing Adoption: A Journey of Love and Resilience“ In this episode of Living the Dream, host Curveball sits down with Lane Igoudin, a passionate advocate for adoption andContinue reading “On Living the Dream with DJ Curveball”

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 is your guide to creating a third act with style, power and impact! Join your hosts as they bring you conversations with successful artists, entrepreneurs and entertainers who have setContinue reading “On eWN’s Late Boomers”

Author talk in honor of Foster Care Awareness Month

About 250 Los Angeles City College students and faculty attended attended my talk in honor of Foster Care Awareness Month as part of LACC Book Program author event series. The two-hour event went off perfectly thanks to the tireless work of the Book Program organizers and the moderator Sergio Garcia of LACC Foster Care Programs.Continue reading “Author talk in honor of Foster Care Awareness Month”

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 (my first recording there). Episode description: Foster adoption in Los Angeles County is, in a word, unpredictable. The process goes smoothly for some but for others it can be difficult,Continue reading “On SoCal Voices”

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 the struggle for the equal rights of the LGBTQ community in the 2000s, something we were very much involved in at that time. I was thrilled to speak with AngelicaContinue reading “Recalling the 1st generation of out LGBTQ families on a queer podcast”

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 radio show. From the episode description: 🎤 Tune in to https://dub.sh/neonjazz for an inspiring discussion on family, love, and the power of perseverance. Welcome to a new edition of theContinue reading “On Famous Interviews (Neon Jazz)”