Turning Points and Turning Pages: A Conversation with Catherine Newman

Turning Pages and Turning Points: A Conversation with Catherine Newman

In this episode of the Peripeteia podcast, the host, Heather Lowe, engages in a heartfelt conversation with Catherine Newman, a New York Times bestselling author known for her evocative storytelling and diverse body of work. They discuss Catherine's journey from a young writer filling composition notebooks to a celebrated author of memoirs, novels, kids' books, and her Substack newsletter, Crone Sandwich. The discussion delves into the themes of balancing motherhood, writing, sobriety, and aging, revealing how Catherine navigated her path despite initial doubts about a writing career. Catherine shares her experiences and revelations about getting sober, embracing aging, and finding joy in the ordinary through her writing. This episode provides an intimate look at Catherine's life, her creative process, and her wisdom on living authentically and intentionally.