Leila Mottley

Tamara Yajia, an author and former child star from Argentina, shares her emotional journey from childhood fame to navigating immigration struggles in the U.S. She details the challenges of early fame and the complex relationship with her family. Leila Motley, celebrated for her debut novel, discusses her latest work, which highlights the lives of young mothers in a post-Roe world, emphasizing the importance of community and storytelling in reshaping perceptions of teen motherhood. Both guests offer powerful insights into resilience and identity.

Leila Mottley, a celebrated author and poet known for her debut novel Nightcrawling, discusses her second novel, The Girls Who Grew Big, which highlights the struggles of teenage mothers. She explores the complexities of young parenthood, community support, and societal perceptions while addressing current reproductive rights issues. Mottley reflects on the resilience of young Black women amid vulnerability and shares her journey as a novelist, balancing personal storytelling with audience expectations, all against a backdrop of urban change in Oakland.

America's slowing economy sparks a recession debate, Sen. Joe Manchin reaches an agreement with his fellow Democrats on a climate bill, and Leila Mottley discusses her novel "Nightcrawling."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices