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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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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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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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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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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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Foster Care for Forgotten Media. Reviews of films that are in the public domain.
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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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Unraveling Adoption, hosted by adoptive parent Beth Syverson, is a safe space to delve into adoption's complexities together.
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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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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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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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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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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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Join in as we discuss young adults and young kids considered to be troubled. We cover topics and gain insight and advice on things such as kinship care, foster care adoption and much much more. I myself has been through everything listed above and more. If you or someone you know can benefit from this and would like tips on how to properly support individuals or even entire families through shared experiences please feel free to join in.
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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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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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These podcasts are all about foster care and everything within them.
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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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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 journey of becoming a foster parent from one man's perspective.
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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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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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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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Real stories about the joys and challenges of the adoption journey. You'll hear from parents and families who've been through infant and international adoption, foster-to-adopt, and even embryo adoption. These inspiring stories are told from the perspective of the adoptee, birth parent or adoptive parent.
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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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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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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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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 first Podcast dedicated to Kinship Care ran by Kinship Carers Liverpool. Please have a listen and share to all other Kinship groups. For more information please go to our website athttps://kinshipcarersliverpool.co.uk/Follow us on Facebook (Kinship Care Liverpool) Twitter (KinshipLpool) and Instagram (Kinshipcareliverpool) Enjoy and remember You Are Not Alone.
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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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Discussions around Florida's system of care for foster children with Florida Coalition for Children CEO and President, Kurt Kelly. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fl-children/support
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Conversations with Coleman is home to honest conversations with leading intellectuals on polarised issues in the realm of race, politics and culture in the West.
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Welcome to the Healing Begins on the Inside Podcast—a safe space where your story is honored, your experience is valued, and your journey towards healing is supported. Whether you are on a self-healing journey to heal from the physical and mental effects of an emotionally unavailable childhood, or a parent looking to improve your own emotional availability, this podcast is for you! I'm Dena, a Trauma-Informed Somatic Coach, join me as we explore the intersections of health, family, trauma, a ...
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Host Louie Duarte connects with realtors across America to learn about the amazing things they're doing in their community. From foster care to addiction recovery, realtors are truly making a difference. This is the podcast where we shine a light on the heart and soul behind the sold signs. Whether you're a realtor, in the market for a home, or just love hearing about the good being done in the world, this podcast is for you. Follow along as I share inspiring stories about realtors making an ...
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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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Heart-Centered Therapist: Elevating Practice in Mental Health, Relationships, Self-Care and Personal Growth
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Welcome to "The Heart-Centered Therapist: Elevating Practice in Mental Health, Relationships, Self-Care, and Personal Growth," the essential podcast for both new and experienced therapists, and for individuals passionate about enhancing their wellbeing, mental health education and awareness. In addition to solo episodes and guest experts, I offer targeted mentoring for therapists, leveraging my extensive background as a supervisor and couples therapist. We cover a vast array of topics crucia ...
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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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The Forever Family Podcast | Understanding the Journey of Foster Care and Adoption with Dr. Megan & Sharon DiPietro
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In this insightful episode, Dr. Megan interviews Sharon DiPietro, the Director of Permanency and Adoption at Loftus-Vergari & Associates. They discuss various aspects of foster care and adoption, including the processes involved, the importance of permanency, and the support provided by the Statewide Adoption Network (SWAN). Sharon shares her exten…
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Episode 447 - Accommodate & Advocate with Debbie Raymond & Wyatt York
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"He has told you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" -Micah 6:8 Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you to care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care. On this final F…
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Episode 9: Christina Abraham - Aging Out of Foster Care in NYC
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In this compelling episode of InnerViews, host Ivory Bennett talks with Christina Abraham about her journey as she aged out of the foster care system at 21. Christina shares her struggles navigating life in a group home and the challenges of finding stable housing in New York City. Through her story, Christina sheds light on the harsh realities fac…
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How to Get Reliable Info on Risk of an Expectant Mom Changing Her Mind? - Weekend Wisdom
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: I wanted to bring up something about your article on the risks for an expectant mom changing her mind. You have a point that says any placement before five months into the pregnancy is a risk. We recently had a match with a woman who was only four months along. We asked ab…
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Caseworker Shares Valuable Insights on All Things Foster Care with Becca Bramley
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Becca Bramley, a foster care caseworker, discusses her background and role as a therapeutic foster care program manager. She explains the difference between general foster homes and therapeutic foster homes, highlighting the intensive support provided by the latter. Becca also delves into the concept of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and the …
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Episode 9 | Coming Out of Stigma: Foster Care and Youth Homelessness
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Drawing upon my personal narrative, this episode touches up themes related to foster care and adoption stigma and secrecy, race and ethnicity, and resilience.By zayda sorrell-medina
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Fan Favorite: Life in Foster Care—What It’s Really Like (w/ Tori Petersen)
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In terms of foster care, my guest has experienced it all. She entered foster care at age four and then reunited with her mom only to be removed from her mother’s care again. In total, she had twelve placements, lived in a group home, and would finally make the decision to emancipate. Tori Petersen is a bestselling author, national speaker, and Bibl…
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Building Resilience: Raquel McCloud’s Journey in Kinship Care and Adoption
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what it takes to build resilience and hope amidst the complexities of the foster care and adoption system? Join us as we sit down with the inspiring Raquel McCloud, who opens up about her incredible journey from a child in kinship care to a kinship adoptive mom. Raquel’s story is a testament to the power of per…
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Looking for an inspiring listen? Tune into the latest episode of The Anna Jinja Show for a powerful journey of self-discovery and creative expression with two remarkable guests: Izze Kaukonen—daughter of legendary guitarist Jorma Kaukonen and member of the band Basket Case—and Wendy McVicker, former Athens Poet Laureate. Here’s why you’ll want to l…
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Youth Voice Amplified: Live from the Dream Center Open Mic
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In this special live-recorded episode of Youth Voice Amplified, we bring you an inspiring Open Mic night at the Dream Center 🎤 , where youth who've faced adversity share their stories through powerful spoken word, poetry, and music. 💪 🗣️🎶 Alongside their adult supporters, these young voices open up about their experiences, creativity, and resilienc…
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Skipping State Races? Here's What You're Missing
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With Election Day around the corner, host Maya Rupert continues her conversation with Gaby Goldstein, co-founder of Sister District, about the critical importance of voting in state legislative races. They discuss key battleground states to watch in the upcoming election, plus, strategies for how we can all become more informed voters when it comes…
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EP 196: Whiplash! When a Meltdown Comes Outta Nowhere
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Whiplash. You probably know what I mean. You start to be lulled into a life with fewer meltdowns, or less intensity. Then BOOM. An old behavior seems to explode out of nowhere. You’re right back to feeling like everything’s awful or it’ll never get better or you’ll have to live like this forever. You might even be frustrated with yourself that you …
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The Intersection of Politics and Adoption with Mark H. - Ep 165
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"The way that fascism triumphs is if everyone goes silent and becomes quiescent." - Mark H. EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of Unraveling Adoption, I, Beth Syverson, welcome Mark, a transracial adoptee from Korea and a passionate advocate for adoption-related issues. Together, we delve into the often-overlooked intersection of politics and adoptio…
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Fan Favorite: Prayerful Decisions—Saying Yes and No (w/ AJ and Katrina Nowaczyk)
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There can be a lot of pressure on foster parents to always step up and say “yes” to each placement. One of the reasons many became foster parents was to be able to make a significant difference, so doesn’t that mean accepting as many placements as you are able? But what happens if you say “no” to a placement? What if you say “no” when a child in fo…
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Let’s All Go to the Lobby with Harry Marks
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Orphaned Entertainment kicks off its 13th year with a fun discussion with classic film lover and content creator, Harry Marks. Learn more about Harry by following the links below! https://www.lobbyintros.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@lobbyintros Please click, follow, rate and review! https://linktr.ee/TSPandOE_Podcasts…
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Kinship Care Liverpool - Kinship Care Week 2024
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Send us a text Kinship Care Week is coming up and this is a look at all the activities and events we have on during this week. Kinship Care Week starts 6th of October to 13th. For more information regarding Kinship Care Liverpool please go to our website https://kinshipcarersliverpool.co.uk/Follow https://kinshipcarersliverpool.co.uk/ Follow us on …
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Hi Listeners, In this episode I sit down with Jim Moginie. We had an amazing conversation over zoom from his home in Ireland and I was fortunate to meet him for the launch of his new book earlier this year. For 50 years, Jim was a driving force behind one of Australia’s most iconic bands Midnight Oil. He grew up in Sydney’s northern suburbs and att…
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Two Tickets to Texas, Please: McKenzie Ellis Shares Her Adoption Story [S8E2]
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McKenzie's journey is a testament to the resilience and strength that many couples show in the face of loss and grief. It's inspiring to hear how she and her husband Kim found support through the ADOPTION NOW Podcast, which provided guidance and comfort as they explored adoption as a path to parenthood. Sharing their story on the podcast is a power…
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92: The Three Keys to Happiness and Success for Therapists
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In this solo episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast, host Sindee Gozansky discusses the importance of self-care and alignment for therapists. Drawing inspiration from leadership expert Jon Gordon, Sindee explores the three critical components for happiness and success: having a mission, building a supportive team, and maintaining a scorebo…
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Secrets to Better Sleep for Parents and Children
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Send us a text What if you could transform your sleep quality and wake up feeling truly refreshed? Discover the secrets to healthy sleep habits and routines that can make this a reality. Nicole dives into the importance of sleep for foster and adoptive parents by creating routine like morning activities like walking outside and getting sunlight, as…
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Kinship Caregiving - Managing Relationships with the Child's Parents
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. One of the hardest parts of being a kinship caregiver is navigating the relationship with the child’s birth parent. We talk with Dr. Joseph Crumbley, a social worker, family therapist, and author of “An Overview of Kinship Care.” In this episode, we cover: Creating a Family listenin…
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Finding Your Way: Adoption, Mindfulness, and Poetry Unraveling the threads of identity, healing, and self-discovery. Ever felt lost or disconnected? Join us for a transformative conversation that explores the intersection of adoption, mindfulness, and the power of poetry. In this episode, we delve deep into the experiences of adoptees, the healing …
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Don’t Think Your Vote Matters? Think Again.
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Many voters “roll off” their ballots after voting at the top of the ticket, leaving races at the bottom empty. Host Maya Rupert talks to Sister District co-founder Gaby Goldstein about how those lost votes can make all the difference in state legislative races – some of which have been decided by razor thin margins. And how the fight for the things…
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EP 195: Self Regulation Doesn't Exist (2nd Edition)
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If self-regulation doesn't really exist- then what do we mean when we talk about self-regulation? And why does it matter? In this episode, you’ll learn What self-regulation REALLY is How “self” regulation develop Why you should still teach self-regulation skills Resources mentioned in this podcast: What Does Co-Regulation Really Look Like? {EP 81} …
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Summary: In this episode, we are honored to sit down with Mari Ramsey, whose inspiring journey began when he and his brother entered foster care at the age of 14. While many teens in his situation end up in group homes, Mari was fortunate to find a loving foster family where he could thrive. Through the challenges he faced, Mari discovered his pass…
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Episode 446 - Chosen Parents with Adoptive Mom, Barrett Brackett
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"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be giv…
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In this reflective episode of the Foster Fathers Podcast, we explore the powerful lessons that only become clear after the moment has passed. From navigating tricky situations to facing the unexpected, we often don’t fully understand the weight of our decisions or experiences until we’ve had time to reflect. Join us as we share stories of growth, i…
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Unpacking Adoption Trauma: Insights from an Adoptive Parent with Stacey Uhrig - Ep 164
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“They [our kids] can't be more regulated than you are. They can only be as regulated as the least regulated person in the house.” - Stacey Uhrig EPISODE SUMMARY: In this episode of Unraveling Adoption, I had the pleasure of speaking with Stacey Uhrig, an adoptive parent and certified trauma recovery coach. Stacey shared her journey into adoption, w…
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Kinship Care Liverpool - Labour Party Conference
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Send us a text The new Labour Government will be coming to Liverpool for their conference and Kinship will be there to talk to some people and see what this government will be doing to support Kinship. Also a look at how Labour have done so far. It's only been a few months... For more information regarding Kinship Care Liverpool please go to our we…
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Can I Use My Home Study for a Different Type of Adoption? - Weekend Wisdom
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: Can I use my home study for a different type of adoption? This question arises in the following types of situations. Someone is applying to adopt an infant domestically and gets a home study from a domestic adoption agency. They then decide that they want to adopt from fos…
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Chapter 1: Phasing In and Out of a False Reality (part 1)
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Join the conversation and submit a question or request a topic. In this episode Renee, Joe, and guests discuss the social emotional issues that are the reality of the foster care system.By Joe Toles
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In the News --Phoenix woman pleads guilty to assaulting TSA officer over apple juice --Sky Harbor ranked #3 among mega airports --Delta flight unable to pressurize over 10,000 feet --Satellites hampering astronomers --Will Utah Hockey Club become the Utah Mammoth? --Students are reading less in school Tales from the Crib --Jiminy has a new hobby La…
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What It’s Like Being a Teenager in Foster Care with Britt Kelley
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In this conversation, hosts Brian and Travis interview Britt Kelley, Foster Friendly Manager with Colorado Kids Belong. Britt is a former foster youth alumni and shares about her experiences as a teenager in foster care. They discuss the challenges faced by teens in foster care, the importance of supportive foster families, and the need for empathy…
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Unique Challenges of Aunts & Uncles Raising Nieces & Nephews
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Are you an aunt or uncle raising your nephew or niece? Or are you curious about the unique challenges these families face? Check out today's podcast with a panel of four aunts raising their sibling's child. In this episode, we cover: Who are you raising? How old were they when they …
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Episode 18: Empowering Communities: The FISH Initiative and Its Impact with Shail Lopez-Ortiz and Annu Bezwada
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In today’s episode, we’re joined by two incredible guests, Shail Lopez-Ortiz and Annu Bezwada, who are both passionate about community service and leadership. Shail Lopez-Ortiz, the Director of the Wayfinders Program at Fresno State, brings 18 years of experience managing non-profits. Shail is also one of the founding members of FISH, a non-profit …
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Rita Soronen, Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption & Brad Swiniarski
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This week, our program brings together two extraordinary people: Brad Swiniarski, a self-taught musician, songwriter, and recording engineer, and Rita Soronen, the President and CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption. Rita has dedicated over three decades to advocating for abused, neglected, and vulnerable children, ensuring they find safe …
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Season 8 is HERE! April Fallon Shares Her Story [S8E1]
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We have a new season of hope and connection! April Fallon sits down with Jordan Moreno to reflect on ADOPTION NOW's remarkable journey and the episodes that have left a lasting impact on her and her family. As we celebrate reaching over 1 million downloads worldwide, we invite you to join our community of adoptees, adoptive parents, and birth famil…
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EP 194: Improving Connections Between Home and School with Jessica Sinarski
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We could never have too many ideas about how to cultivate connections between home and school. Author of Light Up the Learning Brain (and Riley the Brave) Jessica Sinarski shares practical ideas that can help parents and schools work together to support kids with vulnerable nervous systems. In this episode, you’ll learn Practical, easy-to-implement…
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Episode 445 - Talking FASD with Dr. Jacqueline Pei, Ph.D
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"Are not 5 sparrows sold for 2 pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God. Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows." -Luke 12:6-7 Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you to care for children in crisis through adoption, foster …
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Personal Trust Communities in Adoption with Mike Thorne - Ep 163
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"When I was nine years old,...my parents just looked at each other and looked back at me and said, Michael, we just want to tell you that we love you very much and that you're adopted." -- Mike Thorne =============== 📘Get our new book Adoption and Suicidality: amazon.com/Adoption-Suicidality-Healthcare-Professionals-Unraveling/dp/B0DCBCTSLL 📆 Commu…
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Lydia and Christopher head to the deserts of Africa to follow the exploits of the Geste brothers in this 1927 silent film. Fantastic version of the film can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TxvLDQW8M6s Promo: The “Fine” Dining Podcast (https://www.finediningpodcast.com/) Please click, follow, rate and review! https://linktr.ee/TSPandO…
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Fan Favorite: The Birth Parent Perspective—What It’s Like Having Your Child Removed From You
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It's not as common that we get to hear the perspective and experience of biological parents in the foster care community, but it's such an important perspective for us to hear and understand. My guest, Ashley, found herself caught in addiction after being exposed to narcotic painkillers during a hospital stay for several clots in her brain. When he…
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