# Lane Igoudin, Author of A Family, Maybe

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Podcast: [WV Uncommonplace : Uncommon Conversations](https://stenobird.com/podcast/wv-uncommonplace-uncommon-conversations-1137228)
Published: 2026-03-26T04:17:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of WV Uncommonplace Interviews and Sessions , host JR Sparrow sits down with Lane Igoudin, an author, speaker, and advocate, to discuss his powerful memoir, A Family, Maybe: A Journey Through Foster Adoptions to Fatherhood . Lane shares his experiences with adoption, mindful parenting, and how his personal journey intersects with LGBTQ and Jewish histories. In this episode, you'll hear about: Adoption from Foster Care: Lane provides valuable insights into the transformative and complex journey of foster adoption, from the personal joys to the social implications. Writing and Publishing a Memoir: Lane discusses his experience in writing and publishing his memoir with a reputable, university-affiliated press, and shares tips for first-time authors. Mindful Parenting: Learn how parenting can be a spiritual and transformative process, as Lane reflects on his own experience of building a supportive network and navigating the challenges of raising children in a mixed family. LGBTQ History and Family: Lane discusses his role in the history of LGBTQ families and the journey of being a first-generation gay family advocating for equal rights. Jewish Journeys: Lane explores how his Soviet-Jewish background and his adoption journey intersect, raising children with Jewish faith and culture. Connect with Lane Igoudin: Website: https://laneigoudin.com/media/ Social Media: Follow Lane for more insights and updates on upcoming engagements.

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