Best Juanita E Mantz Podcasts (2024)

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On Inspiration with James Ducat 1:03:10

3M ago1:03:10

1:03:10

This episode is JEM and Writer James Ducat, author of the blackout poetry collection, "A Field of Nopes" (Bamboo Dart Press, 2024). JEM and James have a fascinating conversation about his book and about inspiration, their writing process, music, & how one balances it all. It's a very cool and engaging conversation. Tune in!…

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On Writing Memoir and Poetry with Carla Sameth 1:07:39

5M ago1:07:39

1:07:39

This episode is JEM and Writer Carla Sameth, author of the luminous poetry collection, "Secondary Inspections" (Nymeria Publishing, 2024) and the beautiful memoir "One Day On The Gold Line" (reissued by Golden Foothills Press, 2022). JEM and Carla have a deep conversation about writing memoir & the transition to poetry. It's an insightful conversat…

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On Writing About "Home" with Elsa Valmidiano 1:06:38

5M ago1:06:38

1:06:38

This episode is JEM and Writer (and lawyer) Elsa Valmidiano, author of the beautiful hybrid book "The Beginning of Leaving" published by Querencia Press (see https://www.querenciapress.com/the-beginning-of-leaving-by-elsa-valmidiano). JEM and Elsa are great friends who have a lot in common and they have a deep conversation about how to write about …

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On Writing for Social Change: JEM with Writer James Coats 1:07:07

5M ago1:07:07

1:07:07

This episode is JEM and Writer James Coats, author of the powerful poetry book "Midnight & Mad Dreams". JEM and James talk about how he uses poetry to illustrate racism and oppression in an attempt to change the world. They also talk about the "business" of writing and how to be a good literary citizen. And you'll hear a beautiful reading by James.…

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On Poetry and Social Justice: JEM with Writer Xóchitl-Julisa Bermejo 1:06:37

6M ago1:06:37

1:06:37

This episode is JEM and Writer Xóchitl-Julisa Bermejo, author of the beautiful poetry book "Incantation: Love Poems for Battle Sites" (Mouthfeel Press). JEM and Xóchitl chat about how Xóchitl's writing merges poetry and social justice and how these gorgeously crafted poems bear witness and you'll hear a reading by Xóchitl. They also talk about the …

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On Writing Activism: JEM with Writer Romaine Washington 1:04:15

6M ago1:04:15

1:04:15

This episode is JEM and Writer Romaine Washington, editor of the anthology "These Black Bodies Are . . . " and poet and author of "Purgatory Has An Address" and "Sirens In Her Belly". JEM and Romaine chat about how Romaine merges writing and activism and how she brought together this beautiful, soul sustaining multi-genre collection of writers writ…

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On Writing Culture: JEM with Writer Leticia Del Toro 56:44

7M ago56:44

56:44

JEM and Writer Leticia Del Toro, author of the poetry chapbook "All We Are Told Not To Touch" (Finishing Line Press, 2023) are talking about writing, culture, language and community. A must listen to conversation on writing!By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Your Powerful Truth: JEM with Vincent Cooper, Author of Infidelis 1:04:46

7M ago1:04:46

1:04:46

On speaking truth to power with guest Vincent Cooper. JEM is talking writing with Writer Vincent Cooper, author of "Infidelis", a powerful poetry collection about his military service.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Nonfiction: JEM with Author Jo Scott Coe 1:14:38

8M ago1:14:38

1:14:38

JEM is talking writing with Writer Jo Scott-Coe, author of the acclaimed nonfiction book "Unheard Witness: the Life and Death of Kathy Leissner Whitman."By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Community: JEM with Writer Tisha Marie Reichle-Aguilera 1:14:53

9M ago1:14:53

1:14:53

JEM is live with Writer and Macondista, Tisha Marie Reichle-Aguilera, author of the YA novel ”Breaking Pattern”, a story about a Chicana cowgirl set in the Inland Empire.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Nature: JEM with Writer Andrea Ross 1:02:13

9M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

JEM is live with Writer, Andrea Ross, author of the memoir "Unnatural Selection, a memoir of adoption and wilderness"By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing With Poetic Voice: JEM with Poet Adam D. Martinez 1:09:07

10M ago1:09:07

1:09:07

JEM is live with Writer, Musician and Educator Adam D. Martinez, author of the award winning poetry collection "Remyth: A Postmodernist Ritual".By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Darkness: JEM with Writer Christian Livermore 1:03:15

10M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

JEM and Writer Christian Livermore discuss Christian's novel "The Very Special Dead" and how her book is a modern day gothic novel for the economically devastated. A must listen!By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Memoir: JEM with Writer Michelle Otero 58:11

10M ago58:11

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JEM interviews Writer and Macondista Michelle Otero about her memoir "Vessels: A Memoir of Borders". They also talk about how writing a memoir can be healing and an act of bravery.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Poetry with Precision: JEM with Writer Emily Fernandez 1:06:58

10M ago1:06:58

1:06:58

JEM interviews Writer and Professor Emily Fernandez about her latest poetry collection, "Pliny and Other Problems". They talk about their many years of friendship, how writing poetry is an exercise in precision and how Emily uses her writing skills in her position as an English professor to inspire young creative minds.…

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On Writing with Humor: JEM with Writer and Filmmaker Tim Kirk 59:53

12M ago59:53

59:53

JEM interviews Tim Kirk, discussing his latest hysterical book about a puppet who loses faith called Christ Never Showed Up.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing with Beauty: JEM with Writer Angela Peñaredondo 1:13:12

12M ago1:13:12

1:13:12

JEM is live with Writer Angela Peñaredondo, chatting about her latest epic poetry collection: “nature felt but never apprehended.” They talk about Angela's work as a professor at Cal State San Bernardino and why building community is key.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Survival: JEM with Writer Lynn Forney 1:14:12

12M ago1:14:12

1:14:12

JEM is live with Lynn Forney, discussing her memoir "Choosing Survival." They also talk about her work as a filmmaker and actress.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Loss and Love: JEM with Writer Victoria Waddle 1:09:00

1y ago1:09:00

1:09:00

JEM interviews Writer Victoria Waddle, author of the short story collection "Acts of Contrition" and the chapbook "The Mortality of Dogs and Humans" and how writing through grief can be restorative.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing the Hard Stories: JEM with Writer Hannah Sward 1:13:31

1y ago1:13:31

1:13:31

JEM interviews Writer Hannah Sward about writing the hard family stories and they talk about her recovery through writing her acclaimed book, STRIP: A Memoir.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing on Trauma and Recovery: JEM with Writer Mary Beth O’Connor 1:08:34

1y ago1:08:34

1:08:34

JEM interviews Writer and retired Judge Mary Beth O'Conner about her inspiring memoir From Junkie to Judge and about her road to recovery and overcoming trauma.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing with Brevity: JEM with Writer Sean Pravica 1:08:15

1+ y ago1:08:15

1:08:15

JEM interviews Writer Sean Pravica about focusing on language and editing in your writing and they discuss his gripping micro fiction book, Hold Still Fast.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Life: JEM with Writer & Musician Dennis Callaci 1:00:15

1+ y ago1:00:15

1:00:15

JEM interviews Dennis Callaci about his life as a writer, musician and publisher and how music inspires us to greater heights. They also discuss his recently released book Lost Reflection & his book 100 Cassettes.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Your World: JEM with Writer Ruth Nolan 1:06:06

1+ y ago1:06:06

1:06:06

JEM interviews Writer, Professor and former firefighter Ruth Nolan about her chapbook After the Dome Fire, a book about the California desert and the importance of writing about the environment.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Your Musical Life: JEM with Writer & Musician Laurie Markvart 1:11:07

1+ y ago1:11:07

1:11:07

JEM interviews Writer and Musician Laurie Markvart about her writing, about mental health and how music plays a role in her memoir Somewhere in the Music I'll Find Me.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing About the Pandemic: JEM with Writer Dave Pelzer 1:04:14

1+ y ago1:04:14

1:04:14

JEM interviews Bestselling Author Dave Pelzer about writing about the pandemic in his latest book, the memoir Return to the River: Reflections on Life Choices During A Pandemic.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing about Marketing, Motherhood, and More: JEM with Dr. Cecilia Caballero 1:02:00

1+ y ago1:02:00

1:02:00

JEM interviews Writer and Macondista Dr. Cecilia Caballero about her work as a writer in the community and her advice on marketing for writers.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing About Social Justice: JEM with Writer Toni Ann Johnson 1:09:20

1+ y ago1:09:20

1:09:20

JEM interviews Toni Ann Johnson about her award winning autobiographical fiction book, Light Skin Gone to Waste, and her path from screenwriter to novelist.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing About Poverty: JEM with Writer Christian Livermore 1:02:34

1+ y ago1:02:34

1:02:34

JEM interviews Writer Christian Livermore about her moving memoir in essays about poverty, We Are Not Okay.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing & Finding Your Inner Creative: JEM with Writer Minal Hajratwala 1:10:31

1+ y ago1:10:31

1:10:31

JEM interviews the amazing activist and Writer Minal Hajratwala about her work as a life coach and her Unicorn Authors Club and about her book Leaving India: My Family's Journey from Five Villages to Five Continents.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing as a Journey: JEM with Writer Estela González 1:04:20

1+ y ago1:04:20

1:04:20

JEM interviews Writer Estela González about her gorgeous first novel, Arribada.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Your Love Story: JEM with Writer Lynda Smith Hoggan 1:02:20

1+ y ago1:02:20

1:02:20

JEM interviews Writer Lynda Smith Hoggan about her beautiful memoir, Our Song A Memoir of Love and Race.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing with Heat: JEM with Writer Ruthie Marlenée 56:31

2y ago56:31

56:31

JEM interviews Ruthie Marlenée over a shot of tequila discussing her latest novel Agave Blues.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Telling Your Personal Story: JEM with Dr. Mary Hill-Wagner 1:00:06

2y ago1:00:06

1:00:06

JEM interviews Writer (and former journalist) Dr. Mary Hill-Wagner about her memoir Girlz in the Hood on growing up in LA and about how to tell one's story.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing with Strength: JEM with Writer Yasmín Ramírez 1:05:35

2y ago1:05:35

1:05:35

JEM interviews Writer Yasmin Ramirez about her lovely coming of age memoir ¡Ándale, Prieta!,.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing with Soul: JEM with Writer Allison Hedge Coke 1:01:57

2y ago1:01:57

1:01:57

JEM interviews Writer Allison Hedge Coke about her beautiful book Look at this Blue, which was a finalist for the National Book Award.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing with Glory: JEM with Writer Reyna Grande 1:02:32

2y ago1:02:32

1:02:32

JEM interviews bestselling author Reyna Grande about her latest epic novel “A Ballad of Love and Glory”By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Family: JEM with Writer Nancie Laird Young 58:18

2y ago58:18

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JEM on “writing family” with Writer Nancie Laird Young. JEM speaks with Nancie about her memoir "Tea with Dad".By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing in Your Creative Voice: JEM with Writer Cati Porter 1:05:08

2y ago1:05:08

1:05:08

JEM on finding your creative voice with author Cati Porter. JEM talks to Cati about Cati's recent poetry chapbook "Novel" and about her work as director of The Inlandia Institute.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing with Magic: JEM with Writer Stephanie Barbe Hammer 1:07:24

2y ago1:07:24

1:07:24

JEM talks about writing with magic with Writer Stephanie Barbe Hammer and they talk about Stephanie's latest novel "Pretend Plumber".By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing with Fire: JEM with Poet Jose Hernandez 56:24

2+ y ago56:24

56:24

JEM on writing with fire with Poet Jose Hernandez Diaz and about his latest poetry collection "The Fire Eater".By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing About Nostalgia: JEM with Writer Allen Callaci 1:10:03

2+ y ago1:10:03

1:10:03

JEM and writer & musician Allen Callaci talk about his books including the memoir "Heart Like a Starfish", about music and they discuss writing about nostalgia!By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Your Own Truth: JEM with Writer Gina Frangello 1:02:42

2+ y ago1:02:42

1:02:42

JEM and acclaimed writer Gina Frangello, author of “Blow Your House Down” chat about her book, about feminism & about writing one’s truth. A must see episode!By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing and Making Your Case: JEM with Lawyer and Writer Greg Rollins 47:39

2+ y ago47:39

47:39

JEM talks criminal defense with a former prosecutor turned criminal defense attorney Greg Rollins and his book Make Your Case.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing with Heart: JEM with Writer Tim Hatch 1:09:18

2+ y ago1:09:18

1:09:18

In this episode, JEM interviews Tim Hatch, author of “My Bariatric Year” and “Wild Embrace”. They discuss family, trauma, forgiveness and how to write with heart.By Juanita E Mantz

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On Writing Words with Power: JEM with Poet Romaine Washington 1:18:44

2+ y ago1:18:44

1:18:44

In this episode, JEM speaks with her friend acclaimed poet Romaine Washington. They talk about how words are powerful, but how they can also be destructive. Romaine reads live from her two lovely poetry collections and they chat about writing about place and finding “home” in one’s creative writingBy Juanita E Mantz

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Twins in Faux Furs with Jacqueline Mantz Martinez 54:30

2+ y ago54:30

54:30

In this episode, JEM interviews her “wonder twin”, Dr. Jacqueline Mantz, who reads from her new book “Embracing Dawn” which she wrote as part of her work with the Prison Education Project. They both even wear faux fur vintage coats in the interview. It’s so much fun! JEM also reads an excerpt from her new memoir “Tales of an Inland Empire Girl” & t…

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Tales of an Inland Empire Girl Book Launch 37:32

2+ y ago37:32

37:32

JEM reads three stories from her new book “Tales of an Inland Empire Girl” that was just released on January 7th. JEM talks about the time it took to write the book, over a decade in fact, and how it’s her perspective and story. Her truth. JEM expresses her gratitude for her publishers, as well as her appreciation for all of her writing friends, he…

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Write and Sing Your Life 50:28

3y ago50:28

50:28

Writer Peter Cherches calls in to talk with JEM about his amazing books including the recently published “Tracks, Memoirs From A Life With Music”, and they chat about musical memoirs, NYC, food, Beatlemania and the craft of writing. A must see episode! They even play one of Peter’s renditions of a Mercer tune!…

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Writing Your History 54:46

3y ago54:46

54:46

In Episode 17, JEM interviews Hong-My Basrai, author of the epic memoir “Behind the Red Curtain”. They talk about writing one’s history and how to write about traumatic events. Hong-My also reads a portion of her memoir which chronicles her young adult years under communist rule in South Vietnam in the 1970s and how Hong-My and her family survived …

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