Life of JEM

Life of JEM: On Writing Secrets with Writer Hazel Kight Witham

JEM interviews Hazel Kight Witham, author of the memoir in verse "the Truth about Secrets".  They talk about writing about secrets, and YA voice, and they chat about their favorite books and music (and a love of Madonna) and about being a LGBTQ ally, and of course, they get into craft. Hazel also reads from her beautiful book which takes place in middle school in the 1980s. Listen in! It's epic. 

Life of JEM: On Writing a Dystopian World with Writer Michelle Cruz Gonzales

JEM is pogo dancing with excitement about this interview of Writer, Professor and Punkera Michelle Cruz Gonzales (who is the former drummer & lyricist for the iconic, all female punk band Spitboy). Michelle and JEM talk about Michelle's latest dystopian novella, Marisolandia, a book which tackles and references some of the very issues of our day, immigration, language, forced assimilation, facism, racism, and loss. They talk about craft, about punk rock, about social justice and more. Go get Michelle's masterpiece of a book, it's available by WTAW Press, & then listen to this scintillating conversation!  

Life of JEM: On Writing Satire with Writer Nathan Castellanos

Listen in to this episode of JEM interviewing LA based Latinx Writer Nathan Castellanos. They talk about everything from punk rock & LA culture to blue collar writing and of course, about Nathan's novel, a scathing satire about gentrification. You will not be disappointed!! So check it out and get his book, "Salted Plastic: Tales of Gentrification".
 

Life of JEM: On Writing Pain with special guest Writer Rose Bowen, author of Ink Blot Girl

This episode is a treat! JEM interviews poet and author Rose Bowen, author of the recently released beautiful poetry collection "Ink Blot Girl". They talk about overcoming writer's block, & about valuing your voice and overcoming imposter syndrome. They also talk about inspiration and using art to highlight issues surrounding social justice and mental health. Rose also reads from her collection.  This conversation is a must listen so listen in!

Redemption: a true story by JEM told without notes inspired by the movie Sing Sing

A special bonus mini episode. This is a true story about redemption told by JEM live without notes (she is still working through her one woman show and this may be part of it one day). It's inspired by the movie Sing Sing and it's about JEM's journey from USC Law to corporate lawyer to coming home.  JEM is really proud of this one so listen in! 

Life of JEM: On Writing Your True Self with special guest Barbara Marie Minney, author of A Woman in Progress

JEM interviews Writer Barbara Marie Minney, author of multiple poetry collections, the most recent is a chapbook titled "A Woman in Progress".  Barbara reads many of her gorgeous and powerful poems and she and JEM have an inspiring and illuminating conversation about craft, poetry as memoir and the importance of Barbara's poetic voice as a transgender woman. This discussion is a must listen.

Life of JEM: On Writing Your Neighborhood with Special Guest Ryane Nicole Granados, author of "The Aves"

JEM interviews Writer Ryane Nicole Granados, author of the beautiful award winning YA novella "The Aves" (Leapfrog Press, 2024). Ryane reads from her lovely book and they have a deep, soul sustaining conversation about community, craft, the importance of writing as activism and the joys of writing about your own neighborhood. Listen in. This discussion will move you and inspire you, lifting you up in these difficult times. 

Life of JEM: On Writing About Home with Special Guest David A. Romero

Listen in to my interview with spoken word artist, poet, writer, & publisher, David A. Romero. A true multi-hyphenate, David reads from his new collection, "Diamond Bars 2" (Moon Tide Press, 2024). We talk about craft, performance, how to make it financially as a writer and performer, and about writing about home. This episode will inspire and rejuvenate you and remind us why we write. 

Life of JEM: On Writing Through the Dark: JEM with Writer Yolanda Nava

This episode is JEM and acclaimed writer, journalist and Chicana icon Yolanda Nava, author of the memoir, "Writing Through The Dark". JEM and Yolanda have an intimate and insightful conversation about Yolanda's memoir and talk about her descent into sudden blindness and how she navigated her path to a more joyful life. This is a must listen to episode. Find her book on Amazon now and get a copy! 

Bonus:The Plague Remedy Podcast Trailer!

Check out another podcast on writing! I'll be on his show soon. Stephen Sacco has on a wide range of writers covering a host of literary topics! Check it out! It's epic!!