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Episode 88: YA Short Stories

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The Mamas get dark, emotional, and angst-y with a collection of short stories for Young Adults (ages 14-18) that they may be too old to fully understand but fully enjoyed. Join the Mamas as they discuss the significance of collections, the struggles facing modern teens, and the power of weirdos.

Book Chat:

The Collectors, edited by A.S. King (winner of 2024 Printz Award Medal)

Other books the Mamas are currently reading:

The Funeral Ladies of Elerie County by Claire Swinarski (for grown-ups)

Lightlark by Alex Aster (young adult)

Episode 59: Parenting with an Accent

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Happy Holidays! For the last episode of 2022, the Mamas are leaving listeners with a special gift – a visit from journalist Masha Rumor, the author of the new nonfiction book for adults titled, Parenting with an Accent, How Immigrants Honor Their Heritage, Navigate Setbacks, and Chart New Paths for Their Children. Laugh along with the Mamas as they dig into the importance of food, community and house slippers to cultural identity. You’ll definitely be Googling Herring Under a Fur Coat by the end of the episode. 

Treat yourself and listen in! 

Book Chat:
Parenting with an Accent, How Immigrants Honor Their Heritage, Navigate Setbacks, and Chart New Paths for Their Children by Masha Rumor