News, interviews, published features, and public appearances celebrating my books and the people, traditions, and stories of Chicago's Little Italy.
Television Appearances
September 27, 2026 | Monterey on Tonight! with Gary Morris
I was pleased to appear on Monterey on Tonight! with host Gary Morris to discuss My Mother's Kitchen: The Kitchens of Taylor Street, my writing, and the unforgettable people and experiences of growing up in Chicago's Little Italy during the 1950s and 1960s.
Our conversation explored the family traditions, neighborhood characters, and memories that inspired my writing.
Radio Interviews
September 30, 2026 | KSQD 90.7 FM, Santa Cruz
I joined Andrew Shoenberg for a radio conversation about My Mother's Kitchen, my writing, and the stories of Chicago's historic Taylor Street neighborhood.
The interview explored the importance of preserving the memories, traditions, and everyday experiences of the Italian-American families who helped shape this remarkable community.Both can be listened to on: Channel content - YouTube Studio
November 2026 | ABC Italian Radio Show with Tony La Stella
I have been invited to appear on Tony La Stella's nationally syndicated Italian-American radio program to discuss my books, Italian-American heritage, and the traditions of Chicago's Little Italy.
The interview is scheduled to be recorded November 3, with an anticipated broadcast November 30 as part of the program's Christmas programming.
Broadcast link will be added when available.
Published Features and Announcements
Italian Sons and Daughters of America (ISDA) | Sunday Supper
I was featured in ISDA's Sunday Supper series, sharing memories and traditions associated with growing up in an Italian-American family.
ISDA also published a separate announcement introducing My Mother's Kitchen: The Kitchens of Taylor Street to its readership.
Read the Sunday Supper feature
https://mailchi.mp/3d9f05369255/sunday-supper-dean-martin-turns-100-italian-food-wars-and-more-20237762Read the book announcement: 'My Mother’s Kitchen: The Kitchens of Taylor Street' | Italian Sons and Daughters of America
We the Italians | Book Announcement
We the Italians published an announcement of My Mother's Kitchen, bringing the book to an international audience interested in Italian-American culture, family traditions, and heritage.
Author Presentations and Community Events
October 2026 | Italian-American Community Presentation, Watsonville, California
I presented a program exploring the history, people, traditions, and changing landscape of Chicago's Little Italy.
The presentation combined personal memories with historical context, examining immigration, discrimination, family life, neighborhood institutions, and the urban renewal that transformed Taylor Street.
November 30, 2026 | Chicago Public Library, Little Italy Branch
Upcoming Author Presentation
I will return to Chicago's Little Italy to present a program at the Chicago Public Library's Little Italy Branch.
The presentation will explore the people, institutions, family traditions, and unforgettable experiences of the Taylor Street neighborhood during the 1950s and 1960s, drawing upon my books and personal experiences growing up there.
The program will include historical photographs, personal stories, and audience discussion.
Appearances
On the air: Louis's interview on the Italian Radio Show, hosted by Mr. La Stella, airs Monday, November 30, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Pacific on KMET 98.1 FM, as part of the Countdown to Italian 2026 Christmas special, streaming live at WCIR.biz.
Planned tour, first quarter of 2027: speaking appearances at the Chicago Public Library, the Italian American heritage museum at Queens College in New York, and the Italian American Heritage Museum in Cleveland. Dates to be announced.