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Javier Zamora's memoir recounts his unaccompanied migration to the United States

By Charity Nebbe,
Caitlin Troutman, Madeleine Willis
Published December 31, 2024 at 7:00 AM CST
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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

Solito, tells the story of author Javier Zamora's journey from El Salvador to the United States at the age of nine.

On this episode of the Talk of Iowa Book Club, host Charity Nebbe is joined by expert readers Matthew Marroquín and Sonia Reyes, who have been reading Solito, along with the author of the book Javier Zamora.nZamora's migration from El Salvador to the United State was dangerous, difficult and long — lasting nine weeks. He details the journey in his memoir.

Guests:

  • Javier Zamora, author, Solito
  • Matthew Marroquín, artist and poet
  • Sonia Reyes, community advocate and activist

This episode was originally produced June 18, 2024.

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Charity Nebbe
Charity Nebbe is IPR's 'Talk of Iowa' host. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelors degree from Iowa State University.
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Caitlin Troutman
Caitlin Troutman is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from William Jewell College. Since 2022, Troutman has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
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Madeleine Willis
Madeleine Willis is IPR's Production Assistant supporting the talk shows and The Sunny Side Project. Willis has experience in audio production, reporting, writing and editing stories and conversations. She's reported and produced conversations on womanhood, sports, and good news from across Iowa. Willis will receive her bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in May 2025.
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