Each episode will feature a conversation between host Rebecca Harvin and foster/adoptive caregivers or members of the community who support foster care and adoption.
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Welcome to The Foster Friendly Podcast. We’re bringing foster care closer to home by sharing stories from the front lines. We're talking with former foster youth, foster parents and others who are finding unique and powerful ways to dramatically improve the experiences and outcomes for kids in foster care. The Foster Friendly podcast is brought to you by America’s Kids Belong, a nonprofit that helps kids in foster care find belonging in both family and community.
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A Foster Arizona podcast featuring Authentic Conversations with Real People talking all things Foster Care and beyond. Hosted by Kim and Brian Vehon.
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Host Sandra Flach is a mom of 8 children, 5 through adoption—one kinship and 4 international. Her youngest 2 are teens diagnosed with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). With over 30 years of parenting experience and 20 plus years as an adoptive and kinship parent, she’s made mountains of mistakes and learned loads of lessons. She understands the difficult road of parenting children with trauma histories—and she is still in the trenches! The Adoption & Foster Care Journey is a podcast ...
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Voices of Fostering brought to you by National Fostering Group. Everyone’s life takes a different path. As children and young people decisions can be made for us that shape our lives forever – whether for good or bad. As adults, we have the opportunity to make our own choices. And what we choose can have a positive impact on us and the world around us. Particularly if one of those choices is fostering. When you listen to the stories of children and young people whose lives have been touched ...
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Foster Care for Forgotten Media. Reviews of films that are in the public domain.
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Welcome to the "Foster Fathers Podcast," a heartfelt journey into the world of foster care and adoption, specially crafted for dads navigating this remarkable path. Join us as we explore the triumphs, challenges, and joyous moments that come with being a foster or adoptive father. In each episode, we dive deep into the experiences of fathers who have embarked on the transformative journey of fostering or adopting children. From sharing personal stories to expert interviews, we cover a range ...
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Are you thinking about adopting or fostering a child? Confused about all the options and wondering where to begin? Or are you an adoptive or foster parent or kinship caregiver trying to be the best parent possible to this precious child? This is the podcast for you! Every week, we interview leading experts for an hour, discussing the topics you care about in deciding whether to adopt/foster or how to be a better parent. This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are the national ...
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The Missouri Department of Social Services is proud to present The Call to Foster, a heartwarming new podcast series that features inspiring stories from foster parents across the state. Each episode will highlight their unique experiences and perspectives, how they overcame hesitations, and provide helpful advice for anyone considering becoming a foster parent. Prepare your heart as you hear first-hand from the compassionate families and individuals working together to make a difference for ...
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Jump into "Foster Parent Well with Nicole T Barlow," where the adventure of Christian foster and adoptive parenting gets a little easier, a lot more joyful, and deeply fulfilling. Nicole's here with a mission: to guide you in parenting with a heart full of steadfast faith, unshakable endurance, and infectious joy. This podcast is your cozy nook in the vast world of parenting, blending laughs, learning, and lots of love. It’s where self-care meets faith-filled encouragement, and mindset shift ...
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Smart Justice covers the pursuit of better outcomes in incarceration, foster care, and community collaboration on justice system issues. Website: http://smartjustice.org Support: https://smartjustice.supercast.com
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We want to see people everywhere supporting the foster care community and experiencing Jesus together. So, in this podcast, we are sharing the stories of the foster care community to bring awareness that leads to action!
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Good Things from Lemonada Media is a podcast about the good people in the world who are rolling up their sleeves and working hard to make things better. Each week, we'll be talking about this country's most complex and confounding issues in an effort to affect systemic change, with a rotating cast of incredible guests and Lemonada hosts. From the dire condition of the American foster care system to the decline of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, protecting democracy, and more, we ...
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Sharing stories and experiences of Australians who have been through Adoption and Foster Care. The stories are sometimes complex and tackle difficult issues which span over 50 plus years. From children that have been in an under resourced system to Australia's traumatic history of forced adoptions and the stolen generations. But through this darkness comes light - there are also stories of hope, courage resilience and love. My Unknown Truth is hosted by Nadia Levett, born and raised in Austr ...
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Join hosts Gennessa Fisher and Brian Johnson for this youth-led and youth-focused monthly interview series as they talk with young people about their life experiences with homelessness, foster care, disabilities, teen parenting, and more. Each conversation will uncover stories of hope and strength from youth storytellers who will share the best ways we can support youth in similar situations. If you want to know how to do better for youth or simply be inspired, this is your show! Every youth ...
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The Go-to Podcast for Christian Women Who Want to Grow Their Family through Foster Care or Adoption: Do you struggle with constant overwhelm or have way more questions than answers while navigating the foster care system? Are you feeling like you’re losing yourself while trying to help your foster child or heal your adopted children? Do you feel completely ill-equipped with the needs of the kiddos in your home or that you took on more than you should have? What if there was a way that you co ...
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Mac Watson Talks voted BEST PODCAST by Phoenix Magazine's 2022 Best of the Valley Readers' Poll. We explore current events through emotional connections, real-life experiences, and humor.
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Formerly the Parenting after Trauma podcast, internationally recognized children's mental health expert Robyn Gobbel decodes the most baffling behaviors for parents of kids with vulnerable nervous systems. If you're parenting a child who has experienced trauma or toxic stress or a child with a neuroimmune disorder, sensory processing, or other nervous system vulnerability, this show will let you know you are not alone. You can stop playing behavior whack-a-mole because Robyn offers you tools ...
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These podcasts are all about foster care and everything within them.
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Foster care, adoption, sports and entertainment news and interviews.
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Podcast by Erick Alvarez
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The journey of becoming a foster parent from one man's perspective.
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Interviews, poetry and commentary to help people who care about justice to Slow Down and learn from nature; your beloved ancestors; your body; and your heart. We are ushering in a New Earth that's rooted in earth mama love; racial justice; and radical compassion.
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An intimate look at one man's 21 year journey through the foster care system and how athletics helped in his ability to form a positive identity.
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Welcome to Soul Adoption, the podcast where we dive deep into life-changing stories from the worlds of adoption, foster care, and social work. Each episode, we sit down with incredible guests who have firsthand experiences, offering not only powerful insights but also real-world advice for navigating these complex, yet deeply rewarding journeys. Whether you're touched by adoption, work within foster care, or are passionate about social justice, Soul Adoption delivers unique perspectives that ...
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Dr. Zayda Sorrell-Medina is a social scientist and educator. Her podcast integrates research and personal narratives to shed light on urban and social work topics affecting marginalized communities. Season 1 features topics related to foster care, youth homelessness, and adoption.
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Welcome to the Forever Family Podcast, brought to you by Loftus-Vergari & Associates. Join us as we delve into child welfare, bringing experts, families, and local voices together to share insights and guidance on creating forever families. Whether you're embarking on adoption, navigating foster care or kinship care, or seeking post-permanency support, the Forever Family Podcast is here to guide and inspire. Join us on the journey to building strong, loving families through adoption and beyond.
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The Anna Jinja show focuses on the stories, issues, and questions connected to adoption and foster care experiences. The host is an international adoptee with biological roots in Korea and adopted roots in the United States. As you can imagine, her journey and experiences as a transracial adoptee are multifaceted. Her experiences have been with the pain of discrimination and rejection as well as the joys of self-discovery and learning to embrace all aspects of her identity. Along the way, sh ...
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The Hackney Foster Carers' Council Podcast explores the way the Care System treats foster carers and what this means for the national crisis in recruitment and retention.
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This podcast is about all things Children's Division in Missouri! Learn about Children's Division's mission, involvement in big issues facing child welfare today, and how the division is working hard to better support the children and families in the Show Me State.
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InnerViews is not just a podcast; it's an intimate exploration led by Ivory Bennett, a seasoned professional with 17 years of lived foster care experience. Each episode is a deep dive into topics surrounding trauma, mental and emotional health, well-being, and the unique challenges faced by Black women in the realm of healing. Join Ivory Bennett on "InnerViews" for powerful conversations, lived expertise, and a journey towards holistic well-being. Subscribe now and become part of a community ...
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We make foster care fascinating by telling the stories of excellent local foster parents, and the village supporting the kids they love.
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Court Appointed Special Advocate: Fresno and Madera The Voice That Empowers Foster Youth The World Needs More Heroes Welcome to the CASA F.A.M Podcast, where you will hear in-depth stories of Heroes of Hope, Foster Youth, and how we can create change. Tune in every other Tuesday for insight on how to become a part of the solution Interested in becoming an advocate? No superpowers are required. Just a powerful voice to speak up for children and youth in foster care. You form strong bonds thro ...
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Welcome to the Journey House/ Beyond Foster Care podcast!. here we will be discussing future events as well as current ones. We will have special guests on every other episode. #Educate #Advocate #Empower give us a follow!
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From Families' Anchor, join us as we navigate through the Child Welfare system. Hear stories from parents, Parent Navigators, service providers, attorneys, judges, the Department, family & friends, foster parents, and more. Come be part of the positive conversation and change of Child Welfare to a family well-being system.
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What is it like to go through the foster-to-adopt process? The Foster Adoption Podcast is a resource for people who are interested in growing their family by adopting children from foster care. Follow along the journey of one couple adopting children from foster care.
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The Foster Care system has earned a bad rap. This is our journey trying to find our place in the system Cover art photo provided by Efe Kurnaz on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@efekurnaz
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The limited-series Foster Movement Podcast connects you to the voices who know the world of foster care best: former foster youth. Their insights will encourage and challenge you, helping you effectively serve children and families where you live. For ongoing episodes highlighting people, ideas, and tools that will help you fill the biggest gaps in foster care where you live, subscribe to the More Than Enough Podcast.
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do you feel like being a foster parent maybe this will help, there is 2000 kids in foster care in Maine
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We are a group of Independent Fostering Agencies; Time For Children, Fostering Options, Foster Care Solutions and Futures For Children, We were built by those who know fostering best and are here to talk about all things 'foster care'; from the moments that test us to the ones that truly amaze us. Take a seat, pop the kettle on and join us for a quick chat.
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Congratulations to A Fostered Life Podcast on being named among FEEDSPOT'S TOP 10 FOSTER CARE PODCASTS YOU MUST FOLLOW in 2020! Host Christy Tennant Krispin explores the various facets of foster care through the voices of people who participate in the system.
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Talking to our teens about their sexual health journey and reproductive rights is a multi-faceted conversation and can be intimidating, but with Fostering Parenthood, you're not alone. Together, we will talk about these important conversations through lived experience and provide helpful ideas, best practices, and resources. The end goal? Helping our children and youth in foster care become informed, strong, and confident individuals. Watch our episodes at https://rhep.info/fosteringparentho ...
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Weekly interview show with special guests talking about all things adoption and foster care.
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This is no ordinary foster care podcast! I’ll feature Foster care discussions about REAL issues that foster parents have. And…. Learn how to be the most professional foster parent and affect the system, the bio parents, and the children in your home. This podcast is for anyone interested in fostering too! Listen before you take your training or during the training so you will be prepared! I’m excited to meet you so we can change foster care and the little people it serves!
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Cornerstones of Care is dedicated to partnering for safe and healthy communities. We provide a variety of quality prevention treatment and support services to children and families in Missouri and Kansas. Our key service areas include: - Education - Mental & Behavioral Health - Foster Care & Adoption - Youth Support - Family Support - Community Training
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Episode 454 - Healing for Every Heart in Adoption with Jodi Jackson Tucker & Lisa Qualls
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“I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” -Jeremiah 29:11 Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care. This week host Sandra Fl…
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Empowering Voices: Navigating the Complex Emotions of Birth Kids in Foster Care
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What happens when a birth kid grows up in a foster and adoptive family and becomes an advocate for others in similar situations? Daniela Coates, a licensed social worker, adoptive mother, and foster parent, shares her personal and professional journey with us. Through her organization, With Siblings, Daniela is doing groundbreaking work by focusing…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: My husband and I adopted our nephews four months ago. The two boys are sons of my niece; she gave her kids to the Family Department five years ago, and last year, we at last knew about the boys. They've been a year with us. I have a daughter, 21, and a son, 17, who were ok…
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Former Naval Officer Shares About His Experiences in Foster Care with Dairius Kawawehi
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Darius Kawewehi, a former foster youth, shares his experiences and insights on being in foster care. He was born and raised in Hawaii and grew up surrounded by the Hawaiian culture. Darius shares the story of his viral video in high school where he read a thank you letter to his adoptive mom. He then delves into his journey of entering foster care …
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Episode 194: Refugee and International Foster Care in Arizona
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Summary: Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into the important and often misunderstood topic of refugee and international foster care in Arizona. Misinformation around this issue tends to spread, especially around election seasons, making it hard to separate fact from fiction. Our goal is to shed light on the realities of refugee and interna…
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Episode 253: ALL IN for Children in Foster Care (w/ Lynn Johnson)
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To make a positive impact on the foster care community, we need action on both a personal and systemic level. We need community members who are willing to step up and support individuals directly, but we also need leaders capable of creating policies that address real challenges. My guest for this episode, Lynn Johnson, is someone who has stepped i…
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Episode 10 – From Foster Care to Freedom: Jose A. Perez on Resilience, Art, and Advocacy
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On InnerViews, Ivory Bennett speaks with Jose A. Perez, winner of the 2024 Youth Voices Rising New York Op-Ed competition, for his poignant essay, When Help Hurts: Foster Care vs. My Mom. In a powerful conversation, Perez shares his journey from New York’s foster care and prison systems to becoming an acclaimed poet, actor, and advocate. Listen as …
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5 things every foster parent needs to know while on their foster care or adoption journey.
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Looking back there is a few very pivotal lessons I wish I didn't have to learn but I am so thankful to share them with you today. These are the top 5: 1. How does your foster child's behavior reflect on your parenting. 2. Chronological age vs. emotional age. 3. Your feelings are valid. 4. Being authentically you. 5. Putting your family first. There…
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Immigrant Justice: Taking Back the Narrative
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At age 14, Luz Hernandez left her home country of Honduras to cross the border into the U.S. She was fleeing poverty, sexual abuse, and medical malpractice. The journey was traumatic; so was making a new start in the U.S. In the second episode of our two-part series created with Voice of Witness, host Maya Rupert talks to Luz about grit and determi…
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Ep. 200!: Gratitude for Our Watchdog & Possum Parts
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In this special 200th episode, we’re exploring how to bring compassion, curiosity, and gratitude to our kids’ (and our own) “Watchdog” and “Possum” parts as overworked companions trying their best to help us survive. With acceptance and understanding, we can help these parts rest and integrate, creating space for true change. We also look at the un…
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Episode 255: Processing Your Emotions After a Placement Disruption (w/ Kamrie Smith)
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When you decide to become a foster parent, you are asked a wide range of questions about what kind of placements you are willing to accept. What ages will you take? What ages won’t you take? Are there any special needs you will or won’t be able to accommodate? What about sibling groups? Even when your agency is doing their best to reach out to you …
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Inside the Lines (1930)
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Lydia and Christopher do some snooping at a 1930 drama that takes place at the start of WW1. Have a listen to see what they uncover when they go “Inside the Lines.” Promo: We’ll Bring the Popcorn (https://www.wellbringthepopcorn.com) Please click, follow, rate and review! https://linktr.ee/TSPandOE_Podcasts…
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Episode 286: Trump Promising Mass Deportation
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In the News --Trump promising mass deportations of illegal immigrants --New Department of Government Efficiency to be led by Elon Musk --Phoenix man shot in face after honking horn --Biltmore Fashion Park under new ownership --Phoenix to spend $60 million for shade project Tales from the Crib --Another trip to the ER Last Word --Drunk Illinois lawm…
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Summoned by the Earth: How a Sacred Activist Dropped the Guru and Accepted Gaia as her Teacher
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Author and Sacred Activist Cynthia Jurs spoke to the Mother Tree network about how Gaia summoned her to be a vessel for peace. Reading aloud two excerpts from her book Summoned by the Earth, Cynthia shares her spiritual journey from eastern Gurus to her Gaia practice which involves burying earth treasure vases all over the planet. These vases are f…
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We hope you have been enjoying the incredible guests and stories from this season of Good Things. Now, we want to hear from you. We’re conducting a survey with three simple questions: Did you learn something, has your opinion changed, and do you feel empowered to put these new ideas into action? You can complete this simple, three question survey a…
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Send us a text Lying is more than just a fib; it’s a complex dance of cognitive development and survival instincts, especially in children who have faced trauma. Join me, Nicole T Barlow, on Foster Parent Well as we unravel the nuanced reality of lying in children who have experienced trauma. This episode is a heartfelt exploration into how lying c…
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Why Our Kids Drive Us Crazy Over the Holidays
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Do your kids drive you crazy over the holidays? Does their behavior escalate? Join our conversation to learn why and what you can do about it. We will talk with Erin Nasmyth is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Master’s in Social Work. She is the co-founder of Adoption…
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Ruth - I foster teenage asylum seekers
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Send us a text In this episode of 'Voices of Fostering,' Ruth, a dedicated foster carer for 15 months, shares her inspiring journey into fostering. A former teacher and mother of three, Ruth always aspired to foster but only began the process after reconnecting with a friend who was also a foster carer. Ruth discusses the rigorous yet necessary ass…
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Athens CASA/GAL Program & Adam Remnant
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On this week’s episode of The Anna Jinja Show, we’re diving into the powerful themes of advocacy, resilience, and creativity. Host Anna Jinja welcomes the inspiring the Athens CASA / GAL Program team. These passionate advocates are voices of hope for children in foster care, providing support, stability, and a sense of belonging in some of the most…
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Episode 453 - FASD & Addictive Behaviors with Dr. Jerrod Brown
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"The LORD is my strength and shield. I trust Him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy." -Psalm 28:7 Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care. This week we welcome back returning guest, Dr. J…
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In this uplifting episode of the Foster Fathers Podcast, we shine a light on the importance of friendship during the toughest seasons of foster care and adoption. While the journey can be incredibly rewarding, it’s also filled with emotional challenges, and having strong friendships can be a lifeline for foster parents, adoptive families, and even …
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Indigenous Justice: Looking for a Future
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How do stories help us challenge, shape, and navigate our democracy? In this two-part series created with Voice of Witness, we’ll explore oral histories as powerful tools of resistance and belonging. In this first episode, host Maya Rupert sits down with Ashley Hemmers, a member of the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe, whose path winds from growing up on h…
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Surrendering to the Journey: Faith and Foster Care with Danae Bunso
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How do you find the strength to open your heart and home to children in need? Danae Bunso, the Florida State Director for Isaiah 117 House in Duval County, joins us to share her and her husband Carl's incredible journey of fostering and adopting children. With 30 foster experiences and two adoptions alongside their six biological children, Danae pr…
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Ep. 199: Scaffolding Relational Skills as Brain Skills with Eileen Devine
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The brain is the brain is the brain. All behaviors have their origin in the brain. But for some behaviors, it is easy to lose sight of this important truth. Behaviors that would be easy to label as manipulative or controlling or selfish just feel so personal! But if we can remember that even relational skills are brain-based skills, we can reclaim …
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Episode 195: Community Impact: Joseph’s Story
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Summary: Welcome to our podcast mini-series, where we dive into the transformative power of community support. Join us as we explore how fostering connections can truly change lives. To kick things off, we’re thrilled to welcome Joseph Layton to the show. Joseph has been a vital part of Foster Arizona’s housing initiative for over a year and a half…
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Episode 254: What It’s Like Becoming a TFI Advocate (w/ Justin Meehan)
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It’s that time of year again! As you may know, we open applications to become a TFI Advocate only a couple times each year, and this November is one of those opportunities. If you’re considering applying, today’s episode is the perfect chance to learn more about what becoming a TFI Advocate journey really looks like. That’s because we have the spec…
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Episode 10 | Real moms and fake moms: Microaggressions in the foster adopt community
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Drawing from my autoethnography and research, this episode invites a critical interrogation of the words, terms, and phrases that we use that perpetuate the idea that the blood family is superior to any other family configuration. This episode also introduces the concept of microaggressions in the foster-adopt community.…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: I see that you have information regarding prenatal substance exposure. Is there information regarding biological mothers that hate their pregnancy or their baby, but carry it to full term and put it up for adoption? Are there resources that would address the emotional impa…
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The Hidden Dangers of Unprocessed Grief & What NOT to Do with Kids
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How do you grieve a hurricane or natural disaster? Is grief good? Should you cry in front of your kids? Check out this interview on the Mother Tree network podcast hosted by Aminata Desert Rose Plant Walker Fire Woman aka Dr. Amanda Kemp. Josea warns listeners about the Hidden Dangers of Unprocessed Grief and how it can harm families and cause war …
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Our special episode with Joan Collins
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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Voices of Fostering, we hear the incredible story of Joan, who was placed in foster care shortly after her birth. Joan shares insights into her upbringing with a caring foster mother, the challenges she faced after her foster mother's passing, and the eventual blessing of being taken in by her foster moth…
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Adopting From Foster Care: A Need That Few Know Much About with Marcy Bursac
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In this episode, Courtney and Brian interview Marcy Bursac, founder of the Forgotten Adoption Option, about her experience with foster care adoption. Marcy shares her personal journey of adopting two siblings from foster care and the challenges she faced along the way. She also discusses the need for more awareness and support for foster care adopt…
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Project I Am From - The Only Way Out is Through
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In this moving episode of Youth Voice Amplified, we welcome back Melie, a dedicated advocate for homeless youth, to kick off our special focus on Homeless Youth Awareness Month. Through Project "I Am From," we dive deep into the power of lived experience and poetry, uncovering unique stories of youth who have experienced homelessness and the places…
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Prenatal Exposure: Diagnosing and Treatment
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Do you wonder if your child was prenatally exposed to alcohol or drugs? There may be nothing in the files, but something feels not right? We talk about diagnosing and treating these kids with Dr. Larry Burd, a professor of pediatrics at the University of North Dakota School of Medic…
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Dr. Faustina Mensah & Jean Voneman Mikhail
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Join us in a special episode of The Anna Jinja Show as we dive into the world of personal storytelling and poetry, where words become mirrors for identity, belonging, and resilience. This episode highlights a remarkable storytelling workshop where participants delved into their deepest narratives, led by expert storytellers who inspired them to exp…
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Hi everyone, today I speak with Kura. Kura Perkins is a Perth-based adoptee. Born in 1975 and was adopted in Western Australia at 6 weeks of age to newly arrived immigrants from New Zealand. They decided to give her a Māori, name and although she wasn’t Māori, her adoptive parents had heard of this incredible name Kura and loved it, her name would …
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Why Relationships are Crucial for Child Development
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Nurturing relationships with safe and dependable adults, like early childhood educators, can make a profound difference for kids who’ve experienced early adversity. Early childhood expert Kai-leé Berke knows this firsthand and she’s spent her career working to improve resources for early childhood educators. Through training and awareness, these ed…
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REPLAY: Titrating Connection (Oppositional Series - Part 4)
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In this episode, I unravel how to extend connection to our children while acknowledging that some might see this connection as a threat. I offer insights on toning down the demand for connection, enabling our children to relax in it, and thereby strengthen their stress response system. I also reference the previous episodes in this four-part series…
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Leveraging Brain Science to Heal Trauma in your Foster & Adoptive children: Featuring Dr. Caroline Leaf
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In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Caroline Leaf, a communication pathologist, audiologist and clinical neuroscientist, to explore the powerful concept of neuroplasticity and its impact on healing trauma in children. Dr. Leaf specializes in psychoneurobiology research, has published 19 bestselling books in 24 languages, has over 50 million downloa…
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Episode 452 - Accommodating Kids with Brain Differences
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“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” -Jeremiah 1:5 Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care. As we kick off National Adoption…
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Embracing Imperfection: A Journey Through Motherhood, Foster Care, and Adoption with Tanya Hardaker
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What happens when the pursuit of perfection meets the messy reality of motherhood and adoption? Join us for an intimate conversation with Tanya Hardaker, who opens up about her journey through foster care, adoption, and self-discovery. Tanya's raw honesty sheds light on the societal pressures faced by women, especially in the Southern evangelical c…
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Will Inducing Lactation for Breastfeeding an Adopted Baby Change My Breast or Cause Depression? - Weekend Wisdom
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: I will ultimately decide on whether to try induced lactation to breastfeed an adopted baby on other factors, but I would like to make my decision with my eyes wide open. I like my breasts as they are, but I have been told all my life that pregnancy and breastfeeding change…
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