Best Shaun Nelson Podcasts (2024)

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Giving Grace with Cadon Riley 47:25

9d ago47:25

47:25

In this episode, we learn about the experience of foster care alumni Cadon Riley, including his experience being adopted and later returning to the foster care system. Cadon and Shaun discuss some of the challenges Cadon has experienced, and his hopes for how our community can improve experiences for other youth in care and in need of support. Cado…

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A Birth Mom's Perspective on Child-Centered Openness with Kaira Dark 44:22

23d ago44:22

44:22

Kaira Dark is a birth mom who placed her son for adoption about 20 years ago. The adoption began as semi-open, and became open later. Kaira shares about her struggles with the trauma she experienced and how her experiences and perceptions have shifted over time. We love hearing from birth moms and really enjoyed learning from Karia's experiences.…

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Stevie K's Podcast Show (Extended) Interview with RAB BEGGS Northern Irelands Top Lead Guitarist / visits ACDC Compass point Studios / Winter Rock band / Toronto / Russia / Europe / Raised on Rock and ... 1:22:24

1M ago1:22:24

1:22:24

Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Stevie K's Podcast Show (Extended) Interview with RAB BEGGS Northern Irelands Top Lead Guitarist / visits ACDC's Compass point Studios His playing days with Winter Rock band His playing in Toronto with Dirty White boy Shows in Russia / Europe His Raised on Rock gigs / His passions = Angus Young +…

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Establishing and Maintaining Healthy Boundaries 39:41

1M ago39:41

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In this episode, Lanette and Alisha discuss establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries, both in open adoptions and when caring for children in foster care. We address some frequently asked questions regarding this subject, including how to create healthy communication patterns and how to mediate challenging situations.…

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Stevie K's Podcast Interview with Shaun Nelson ,Scotland's Finest Lead Guitarist Export / Raised on Metal and Rock / Fun Stories of Gigging, His Relaxation, His guitar gear and Much more... 1:11:19

2M ago1:11:19

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Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Stevie K's Podcast Interview with Shaun Nelson, Scotland's Finest Lead Guitarist Export / Raised on Metal and Rock / Fun Stories of Gigging, His Relaxation, His guitar gear and Much more...By Stevie K's Podcast Show, Music + Memories

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Stevie K's Podcast Interview with Sammy Mc.Comiskey. Ex-Lead Vocalist , Tyrant / Under-Fire / Local Legend / LFC Fan / Fun stories and More 47:36

2M ago47:36

47:36

Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Stevie K's Podcast Interview with Sammy Mc.Comiskey. Ex-Lead Vocalist , Tyrant / Under-Fire / Local Legend / LFC Fan / Fun stories and MoreBy Stevie K's Podcast Show, Music + Memories

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Stevie K's Podcast interview with Jonathan Carson / Jonny Carson / JC / Guitarist + Collector / Whiskey / Music Shop jokes and much more. 1:00:00

2M ago1:00:00

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Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Stevie K's Podcast interview with Jonathan Carson / Jonny Carson / JC / Guitarist + Collector / Whiskey / Music Shop jokes and much moreBy Stevie K's Podcast Show, Music + Memories

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Why Open Adoption? 35:43

2M ago35:43

35:43

There are two kinds of openness in adoption—structural and communicative. Both are important in supporting identity and development of adopted individuals, as supported by academic research. We discuss the differences between structural and communicative openness and tips for adoptive parents for practicing openness in a more adoptee-centered way. …

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Challenges in Transracial International Adoption with Christelle Pellecuer 1:06:17

2M ago1:06:17

1:06:17

Christelle Pellecuer returns to the podcast to discuss some tough questions and challenging aspects of adoption, particularly transracial and international adoption, in this episode. She discusses the importance of honesty and transparency in adoption. She also considers what potential impacts of a lack of structural and communication openness may …

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The Openness Guide for Adoptive Parents: What You Should Know About Open Adoption 5:54

3M ago5:54

5:54

We have a new adoption openness guide, “The Openness Guide for Adoptive Parents: What You Should Know About Open Adoption,” which was released today. The message we often see in the adoption community is, "Open adoptions are good! Do them!" with little guidance on how to make it work. This guide and workbook bridges that gap and teaches adoptive pa…

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Stevie K's Podcast interview with Paul Kenny Musician and Artist / Boomtown Rats support / West End Art / The Pound Club / Strike / and much more 44:19

3M ago44:19

44:19

Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Stevie K's Podcast interview with Paul Kenny Musician and Established Artist / Boomtown Rats support / West End Art / The Pound Club / Strike / and much more, enjoy and thanks for listening.By Stevie K's Podcast Show, Music + Memories

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Stevie K's Podcast Interview with Musician + Actor Mr Erik Coleman / Game of Thrones / Line of Duty and more 45:27

3M ago45:27

45:27

Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Sks Podcast Interview with Musician + Actor Mr Erik Coleman Game of Thrones / Line of Duty and more.By Stevie K

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“It’s Not Me, It’s You” 32:17

3M ago32:17

32:17

Cultivating and nurturing any relationship takes work and dedication. Relationships in open adoption are sometimes hard to maintain. In this episode, we discuss some questions we’re asked frequently regarding how to move forward in adoption relationships when things get complicated, and considerations when trying to choose a path forward. In partic…

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Stevie K's Podcast Show - Interview with - Gail (Press) Young, Lead singer of successful Rock Band GailForce 58:07

3M ago58:07

58:07

Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Stevie K's Podcast Show - Interview with - Gail (Press) Young / GailForceBy Stevie K

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Sks Podcast interview with Dee Crawford / Bassist and touring musician now living in Los Angeles 1:00:35

4M ago1:00:35

1:00:35

Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Sks Podcast interview with Dee Crawford / Bassist and touring musician now living in Los Angeles.By Stevie K

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Raised to stay and fighting to heal with Natalie Runion 46:42

4M ago46:42

46:42

Today’s episode is with Natalie Runion, Pastor’s Kid turned Pastor. She currently lives in Colorado Springs, CO with her husband Tony and two daughters. She is the author and creator of the movement “Raised to Stay” where she shares the brutal beauty of being raised in the church and holding on to Jesus. Connect with Natalie on her website, podcast…

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Stevie K's Podcast Interview with Belinda Bullick. ( Bonham / Bullick) Free Spirit and more. 58:51

5M ago58:51

58:51

Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Stevie K's Podcast Interview with Belinda Bullick. ( Bonham / Bullick) Free Spirit and more.By Stevie K

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Triumph after Tragedy with Davey Blackburn 50:19

5M ago50:19

50:19

Welcome to the new season of the Humble and Honest Podcast! This captivating conversation is with Davey Blackburn, founder of Nothing is Wasted Ministries. Davey shares his powerful story of transforming personal tragedy into a mission of hope and redemption. To learn more, visit Nothing is Wasted Ministries Website and subscribe to Davey's podcast…

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Stevie K's Podcast Show (Interview with Rock Band Roadie P-Lo) Smugsy / Philip 48:55

5M ago48:55

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Send Skspodcast a message and tell us what you liked Stevie K's Podcast Show (Interview with P-Lo) Smugsy / PhilipBy Stevie K

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Disenfranchised Grief 36:36

7M ago36:36

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We wrap up National Adoption Month with a discussion about disenfranchised grief and some highlights and lessons learned during 100 episodes of the Open Adoption Project podcast (so far). Disenfranchised grief is grief that is not recognized as valid by society, and is prevalently experienced in the adoption community. We talk about how those who a…

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Embryo Adoption 35:09

7M ago35:09

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In this episode we introduce a discussion and questions regarding the similarities and differences between embryo adoption and traditional adoption. A guest couple shares their experience with embryo adoption. We share results from a small survey we posted on our instagram about embryo adoption, and discuss the section on embryo adoption from “The …

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Belonging Matters with Julie McGue 45:36

7M ago45:36

45:36

Julie was adopted as an infant with her twin sister. In this episode she shares how medical issues pushed her to connect with her birth family nearly 50 years after being adopted. She writes extensively about finding out who you are, where you belong, and making sense of it. Julie’s debut memoir, “Twice a Daughter: A Search for Identity, Family, an…

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Shifting the Focus 21:38

7M ago21:38

21:38

When we recently discussed orphan trains, one thing that stood out to us was that the policies and practices during this time were adoptive parent-focused. This problem persisted over time, like during the Baby Scoop Era. In this episode, we discuss why this focus on adopters is problematic, and actionable ways adoptive parents can shift the focus …

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Ruptured Attachments 21:06

7M ago21:06

21:06

In this National Adoption Awareness Month special, we hear adoptee Sara Odicio, LSW, of Core of Adoption. She talks about ruptured attachments. We then discuss some of Dr. Bruce D. Perry’s research on child attachment and development, and eight ways caretakers can help nurture children who struggle with secure attachments. We reference two articles…

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Things I Want You to Know: Adoptee Perspectives 22:29

7M ago22:29

22:29

In this National Adoption Awareness Month special, we hear from four adoptees—Melaina, Sara, DaKota, and Jori—and some things each of them want people to understand about being adopted.

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Openness Considerations for Caretakers with Liz Rivera 14:22

7M ago14:22

14:22

Foster care trainer with Utah Foster Care Liz Rivera shares her thoughts on openness in foster care situations. She discusses the importance of prioritizing meaningful relationships for children in care and honoring children's roots.

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Building an Adoption Profile: A Birth Mom’s Tips 10:06

7M ago10:06

10:06

In this episode of our National Adoption Month series, we hear from Leah Outten, a birth mom who consults with prospective adoptive parents, about her top tips for building an adoption profile with expectant parents in mind.

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Communication and Community with Sara Jane Schenk 33:59

8M ago33:59

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Sara Jane Schenk is a birth mom of about 16 years and has had a very open adoption the entire time. She talks about the importance of communication within the adoption community, destigmatizing adoption, and the supporting village that helped her through placement.

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What Happened to You: Understanding Childhood Trauma with Liz Rivera 43:20

8M ago43:20

43:20

In this episode, foster care trainer Liz Rivera shares key takeaways from the book, What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce D. Perry. Her experience working at Utah Foster Care for more than 2 decades shines in this conversation about childhood trauma and finding peace and healing.…

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Preserving Culture with Anna Maria DiDio 46:10

8M ago46:10

46:10

In this episode of our National Adoption Month series, our Director of Communications, Alisha Gallagher, interviews Anna Maria DiDio, an author and adoptive parent. Anna Maria shares her experience of realizing the importance of nurturing cultural connections and helping individuals who were adopted preserve their cultural identities.…

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Adoption History: Orphan Trains 33:06

8M ago33:06

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This episode dives into the history of orphan trains in the United States. The orphan trains operated from 1854 through 1929, relocating from about 200,000 children. In this episode, we discuss the orphan train using accounts from a historical nonfiction book called “Orphan Train Rider” by Andrea Warren. This book primarily follows the memories of …

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From Madagascar to France with Christelle Pellecuer 56:59

8M ago56:59

56:59

Christelle was adopted at 10 year old from Madagascar to France after her mother passed away. She shares about her experience as a black adoptee growing up in a white community, about the challenges of being an International adoptee with very little knowledge about her story, and the cultural changes in her life. Learn more on her website christell…

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Sam Richards (Rile) 45:47

8M ago45:47

45:47

Sam Richards plays guitar in Rile, who just released their debut album, "Pessimist." He also plays bass in Cult Leader, who opened for Deftones on a string of dates in 2016. Hear about those shows and how Rile was invited to play the 4th Annual Dia De Los Deftones in this special episode marking the occasion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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Jeremiah Keema 1:25:49

8M ago1:25:49

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Jeremiah Keema is a lifelong Deftones fan from Sacramento, CA. He's making his first trip to Dia De Los Deftones this weekend. Listen to his fun and thoughtful takes on our favorite band in this special episode celebrating the 4th Annual Dia De Los Deftones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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“I Don’t Think I Would Have Chosen Adoption Without Openness” with Leah Outten 50:04

8M ago50:04

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In this episode of our National Adoption Month series, we hear from Leah Outten, a birth mom who placed her daughter for adoption as a teenage mother, and maintained a very open adoption throughout her daughter’s childhood and on into adulthood.

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More People to Love: Season 3 Recap 30:39

8M ago30:39

30:39

In this episode we recap the third season of the show, remembering some experiences we heard about regarding open adoption over the past 15 months and discussing how the adoption community can better support adoptees and birth parents through openness in both adoption and dialogues.

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Shaun Lopez and Chino Moreno (CROSSES) 15:20

9M ago15:20

15:20

Enjoy a brief chat with Chino and Shaun about their wonderful new album, "Goodnight, God Bless, I Love U, Delete." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Adoption Through a Scholarly Lens with Professor Abbie Goldberg 32:11

9M ago32:11

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Doctor Abbie Goldberg is a professor at Clark University in Massachusetts. As a professor of psychology, her research regarding adoptive and diverse families, open adoption, transracial adoption, and foster care have immense importance in the adoption community. In this episode, she shares pieces of her extensive knowledge, including the importance…

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Grinds My Gears Episode 48 Shaun Zimmer 1:15:16

9M ago1:15:16

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Shaun Zimmer aka the viking is a Canadian entrepreneur and social media speaker who has gained notoriety online through his pushback against government overreach and mandates durring the pandemic. He first burst onto the scene with memes that were created of him and his daughter. Later on when the world went crazy he was one of the only people to p…

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Grinds My Gears Episode 47 NFL season preview with Ergys, Calvin & David 1:25:52

10M ago1:25:52

1:25:52

Join us for another talk about the NFL season. We cover all teams and where they fit in the league as well as out predictions on the teams we think will come out on top this year.By Ashton Nemdhari

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Motherhood: Equal and Different with Stevoni Doyle and Aymee Condie 1:13:28

10M ago1:13:28

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Stevoni Doyle and Aymee Condie are mothers connected initially through shared love for their children. In this episode, these strong women share their story, beginning with Stevoni’s children being cared for by Aymee. Over the years, they have built a beautiful family and strong friendship, where they support one another in their roles as mothers. …

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Intentional Cultural Connections with Robert Reese 46:14

10M ago46:14

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In this episode we hear from Robert Reese. Robert was adopted from South Korea as an infant, and was raised in the United States. When he was 16, he began searching for his birth mom. He shares what searching was like for him, and how his adoptive parents supported him in that endeavor. He also discusses racial and cultural mirrors and thoughts reg…

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Grinds My Gears Episode 46 Kyle Nelson 27:27

10M ago27:27

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Kyle Nelson is a Canadian UFC Fighter fighting out of Muskoka Ontario. Kyle is in final preparations for his next fight taking place on September 16th UFC fight night Shevchenko Vs. Grasso 2 in Vegas. Even though it was a shorter podcast as Kyle is busy training we were able to talk about his upcoming opponent Fernando Padilla, Kyles training regim…

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The Adoption Constellation with Professor Michael Grand 1:05:13

11M ago1:05:13

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In this episode, we hear from Professor Michael Grand, the father of the term “adoption constellation.” Professor Grand shares highlights from his academic career as a psychology professor in and researcher who spent years studying a myriad of aspects relating to adoption. He discusses his professional research and his personal experience as a step…

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Ep. 12 - Ross Robinson 59:50

11M ago59:50

59:50

Ross Robinson has produced some of the most important albums from some of the most important artists in heavy music over the past thirty years. He tells a wild story of meeting Deftones before a brawl that sent the band to the hospital. He remembers recording "Root," "Nosebleed," and "Fist" with them, and so much more in the final episode of Season…

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Grinds My Gears Episode 45 Chris Bonfoco 2:05:46

11M ago2:05:46

2:05:46

Join me as i talk to frequent guest Chris Bonfoco. After a bit of some time off from podcasting we dive right back into things. we cover the media backlash around the sound of freedom movie. Canadas political and overall decline, racism & Brazilian jiujitsu and mark ZuckerbergBy Ashton Nemdhari

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Ep. 11 - Todd Wilkinson 1:56:05

11M ago1:56:05

1:56:05

There are two descriptions for this episode, but the toned down, professional one can kick rocks. TODD WILKINSON, BRO. TEAM SLEEP. TEAM. SLEEP. Team Sleep is in my DNA. It's in my soul. Idk how else to put it. Few songs are as important to me as the songs they made together, and that's only half of what we talked about. It's a privilege sharing thi…

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Boundaries with Hopscotch Songs 38:04

11M ago38:04

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Joanna Pace, a teacher and adoptive parent, shares lessons she’s learned about helping children set boundaries, and what led her to write the “Setting Boundaries” song with her musician husband and partner at Hopscotch Songs. She talks about how parents can help children advocate for their safety and why boundaries matter, both in the adoption worl…

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Ep. 10 - Rizz (VOWWS) 1:31:21

11M ago1:31:21

1:31:21

VOWWS joined Deftones and Gojira on tour in 2022. Rizz talks about singing with Chino, what VOWWS have been up to recently and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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Ep. 09 - Gilbert Velasquez 2:11:02

12M ago2:11:02

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Gilbert Velasquez is from Dallas, Texas. He's traveled to South America, Europe, Asia and Australia to see Deftones. Hear him talk about getting shawarma with Stef, a few of the 80 plus shows he's seen and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 93X | KXXR-FM

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