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December 3, 2024 29 mins

In this episode, we sit down with Dede Montgomery, a 6th generation Oregonian, memoirist, and fiction author, to explore the themes of forgiveness, courage, and resilience in her works. Dede shares insights into her writing journey, including her acclaimed memoirs My Music Man and her latest release, From First Breath to Last. We discuss how her family history and Oregon roots inspire her stories, her passion for advocating worker safety, and how she finds solace in the great outdoors near Portland. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about life, legacy, and the power of storytelling.

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