The Reflection Pool is the podcast for UC Merced's Creative Arts Journal, The Vernal Pool. In this episode, host Memphis Despain interviews former Managing Editor and author, Juan Luzuriaga. They discuss his work in The Vernal Pool, his passion for writing, and his plans for the future! Trigger Warning: the term ‘Gypsy’ is used when recounting a story his grandmother had told him of Ecuador, this podcast discusses heavy topics including strained relationships and abuse.

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