Smartass: Memoir of a Mouthy Girl by Emily Sayre Smith | GSMC Book Review Podcast

Sarah welcomes author Emily Sayre Smith for a lively and heartfelt conversation about her memoir Smartass: Memoir of a Mouthy Girl. Packed with humor, honesty, and unforgettable life moments, Emily’s story traces her coming of age in a deeply unconventional family shaped by contradictions, creativity, and chaos.Growing up with a priest for a father and a magician for a mother, Emily’s early life was anything but ordinary. She shares how ballet became both an escape and a lifeline, offering structure, purpose, and a way to channel the emotional turbulence of her upbringing. From earning scholarships to studying in London and performing with a young ballet company, her passion for dance opened doors to extraordinary experiences.Throughout the episode, Emily reflects on pivotal chapters of her life, including her journey of self-discovery, falling in love, and navigating identity during a time when societal expectations were far less accepting. Her candid storytelling brings listeners into moments of triumph, confusion, rebellion, and growth, all told with a sharp wit that perfectly matches the spirit of her memoir.Sarah guides the conversation through Emily’s remarkable encounters, from crossing paths with dance icons to unexpected brushes with royalty, while also exploring the deeper themes of resilience, belonging, and finding one’s voice. This episode offers an inspiring look at how life’s messiest moments can shape strength, creativity, and authenticity.Whether you love memoirs, stories about the arts, or deeply personal journeys, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a story that is as entertaining as it is meaningful.If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreviewBluesky: @gsmcbookreview.bsky.socialThreads: @gsmc_bookreviewGSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetwork GSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork. GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetwork GSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORK Disclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.