A podcast series that interviews birth parents, adoptees, and family members of adoptees. It features conversations about contemporary adoption and fostering. Episodes are 40-50 minutes long and offer expertise on different subjects relevant to adoption and fostering.
A list from The National Council for Adoption (NCFA) of articles for and fromadoptees, birth parents, adoptive parents, and expecting parents.
An article written by a Korean-American adoptee about the Side by Side project, where adoptees discuss their lives, relationships, and origins. Side by Side also considers the need for parents to ask how their children feel about their adoption.
An article and podcast on NPR about a Black, transracial adoptee. Chad Goller-Sojourner reflects on his identity and experiences growing up with white parents and white privilege.
An adoptee speaks candidly about their adoption experience — dealing with other people’s expectations and the ways in which birth family connection can be powerful.
A podcast where adoptees of all different backgrounds discuss their adoptions and attempts at reunion with their biological families. Episodes range from 30 minutes to an hour and a half long.
A Spotify podcast where adoptees discuss the adoption experience. Hosts emphasize open and vulnerable discussions. Episodes range from 40 minutes to an hour and a half long.
An article by a Korean adoptee which explores the reasons and ways for South Korean adoptees to return to their birthplace. There are also many comments providing anecdotes and questions (about returning to birthplaces) from adoptive parents and adoptees.
Adoptees explain their feelings regarding the surge in anti-Asian violence and the ways in which they are affected by racism.
