Chrysta Bilton
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What is a "normal family," and how do you go about making one? Bilton's mother, Debra, yearned to have a child, but as a single gay woman in 1980s California she had few options. Bilton was conceived through a sperm donor, who would make regular appearances at the family home over the years. As a young adult Bilton discovered a shocking revelation with far-reaching consequences not only for her family but for dozens and possibly hundreds of unsuspecting...
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Chrysta Bilton is here to talk with Joe about her memoir, Normal Family, and what exactly it was like discovering just how full her family tree really is. Chrysta shares personal reflections on her relationship with her parents, protecting her energy while unpacking her story, what it was like recording the audiobook for her memoir, and why outdoor bistros are a friend to parents with young kids.