The Brown Book Club Podcast

We had an incredible conversation with Lorena Reynoso, aka Lore, about her book A Modern Guide to Mexica Philosophy! We explored what the Mexica considered the good life, how they organized their families, household power dynamics, raising and educating children through their philosophy, sexuality, and even their understanding of death and the afterlife. Lore is an absolute wealth of knowledge, and we could have talked for hours!And, of course, no episode would be complete without a little chaos. Apparently, we were hacked or pranked during the first five minutes of the recording, making for a pretty hilarious start to an already fantastic conversation.Join us for a fascinating, funny, and thought-provoking discussion about Mexica philosophy and the wisdom of our ancestors!

We had a fantastic conversation with acclaimed author Zoraida Córdova about her novel The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina! We explored the complexities of family, her creative writing process, and the differences between magical realism and fantasy. We also got to talk about her incredibly diverse body of work, including her contributions to the Star Wars universe.From magical worlds to deeply human family stories, this was a wonderful conversation with one of today’s most prolific and exciting writers. Tune in and join us!

We had an incredible conversation with Sofia Robleda, author of The Other Moctezuma Girls! Sofia brought so much knowledge and passion to our conversation, especially when discussing Mexica (Aztec) history, culture, and the fascinating life of Tecuichpoch, also known as Isabel Moctezuma.We dove into the world she lived in, the complexities of her story, and the importance of reclaiming and understanding these histories through a deeper Mexica perspective. Sofia was an absolute joy to speak with, and we’re excited for you to hear this conversation!Tune in to our latest podcast episode with Sofia Robleda!

We’re so excited to welcome Reyna Grande back to the Brown Book Club Podcast for a second time! Reyna is always an absolute delight, and this conversation is one you won’t want to miss. We talk about her newest book, Migrant Heart, and how some of the hardest experiences in her life have found their way into her stories.Reyna shares why writing these stories is a way of holding on to the things she never wants to forget, even when those memories are difficult to revisit. We also talk about language, memory, identity, and the power of telling our stories in our own voices.Another beautiful conversation with an incredible author. Tune in and get to know the heart behind Migrant Heart.

In this episode of the Brown Book Club Podcast, we sit down with Kim Guerra, author of Badass Bonita, for an inspiring conversation about confidence, self-worth, identity, and embracing the power within us. Kim shares her journey and the message behind Badass Bonita, reminding us that being unapologetically ourselves can be one of the most powerful acts of all. A powerful conversation about culture, healing, empowerment, and becoming your own badass.