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    Family Twist: A Podcast Exploring DNA Surprises and Family Secrets

    Welcome to Family Twist, the podcast that dives deep into the tangled webs of family secrets and DNA surprises. Each episode, hosts Corey and Kendall Austin Stulce explore the complex and challenging truths that come with discovering you are a non-parent expected (NPE) individual, someone whose familial origins aren’t what they seemed.

    Through candid interviews with people from the NPE, adoptee, and donor-conceived communities, Family Twist offers a platform for stories of unexpected parentage, family secrets, and the quest for identity. From the joyful to the heartbreaking, our guests share their journeys of discovery, acceptance, and healing.

    Why subscribe? Family Twist isn’t just another family history podcast. It’s a support network, a place for healing, and a beacon for anyone navigating the emotional landscape of familial discoveries. Whether you’re directly impacted by these issues or just fascinated by the profound effects of family secrets, this podcast provides insights and company as you journey through the often-unspoken parts of family life.

    Join us as we unravel the hidden threads of the past, bringing them into the light to foster understanding and connection. Hit subscribe to never miss an episode of Family Twist — where family stories are heard, secrets are revealed, and healing begins. And remember, family secrets are the ultimate plot twist!

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    How Community and Retreats Transform Adoptee and NPE Journeys Feb 21, 2023
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    Have you ever wondered how connecting with others who share your journey could transform your healing process?

    Key Benefits for Listeners:

    1. Community and Connection: Understand the profound impact of connecting with others who share similar experiences and the role of community in the healing process.
    2. Healing Through Shared Stories: Learn how sharing personal stories in a supportive environment can lead to significant emotional breakthroughs and a sense of belonging.
    3. Practical Insights for Organizing Retreats: Gain insights into the structure and evolution of Hyrith's retreats, offering a model for those interested in creating similar support networks.

    Join us for this heartwarming episode and discover the transformative power of community in healing from surprising DNA discoveries.

    How Community and Retreats Transform Adoptee and NPE Journeys

    Benefits of Tuning In:

    • Connect on a Deeper Level: Learn how personal histories and family discoveries resonate emotionally and psychologically, impacting personal growth and identity.
    • Understand the Power of DNA Testing: Gain insights into how modern technology can unveil hidden family connections, changing lives by bridging the gap between the past and present.
    • Explore the Emotional Landscape of Discovery: Listen to heartfelt stories that illustrate the complex emotions involved in meeting biological family members, from the initial shock to the potential for newfound relationships.

    Don’t miss out on this poignant exploration of heritage and healing. Click play now to uncover the deep emotional impact of DNA discoveries and adoption stories on Family Twist.

    Guest link: https://www.hiraethhopeandhealing.com/

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    DNA Investigator with a 100 Percent Success Rate Feb 14, 2023
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    Family Twist Episode 33: DNA Investigator with a 100 Percent Success Rate

    Our guest this episode is Shayna Landry, a forensic genealogist and private investigator a.k.a. DNA detective. You may have seen Shayna on Netflix’s docuseries, "I Just Killed My Dad," where she used her DNA expertise to assist the investigation. Shayna shares her experience finding her birth father via DNA, and how she uses that discovery to help others on their adoption/found family journeys.

    "Every time I'm able to give someone their answers, it cures a little piece of my broken heart," Shayna said. "I cry with my clients; I laugh with my clients. Most times, we walk away with a friendship. Everyone is on an island and friends and family don't understand.

    Guest Bio:

    Shayna Landry has solved hundreds of DNA mysteries over the years using the expertise in Genetic Genealogy and Investigation that she acquired while digging deeper into her own DNA to find her biological father. Shayna has assisted in the following using Professional Facial Recognition Software:

    • Helped Desperate Family Members Identify Internet Scams (Catfish) Cases
    • Assisted Law Enforcement Agencies identify Criminals
    • Identified People listed in NAMUS as Unidentified
    • Identified Victims of Current & Ongoing Crimes

    Contact Shayna:

    FIND@ShaynaLandry.com

    https://shaynalandry.com/

    http://www.tfvwalker.org/

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    Finding an Enormous Family Across the Globe Jan 31, 2023
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    Family Twist Episode 32: Finding an Enormous Family Across the Globe

    Our guest this episode is Tim Curran, Copy Editor/Lead Writer for "Early Start" on CNN. We found Tim via a great article he wrote about finding his family. Tim was adopted in California, and after years of searching for his birth family, made the exciting discovery that his birth father was from Morocco. Tim found a half brother and dozens of cousins, aunts and uncles. He had an amazing adventure in the summer of 2022, visiting his new family near Casablanca.

    Guest link: https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/dna-ancestry-trail-to-find-birth-family-morocco/index.html

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    From Seoul to Seattle: An Adoptee’s Search for Her True Identity Jan 24, 2023
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    Ever wondered how discovering your true heritage could reshape your sense of identity?

    Join hosts Corey and Kendall Stulce in this emotionally compelling episode of Family Twist as they dive into Shari Leid's remarkable adoption story. From being found in a parking lot in Seoul, South Korea, to being raised by Japanese-American parents in Seattle, Shari's journey is filled with unique challenges and profound discoveries. This episode explores her lifelong quest for identity, the emotional complexities of her adoption experience, and the ongoing search for her biological roots.

    From Seoul to Seattle: An Adoptee’s Search for Her True Identity

    Listener Benefits:

    1. Understand the emotional impact and challenges of growing up adopted, through firsthand narratives.
    2. Learn about the resources and approaches available for tracing biological roots, including DNA testing and international searches.
    3. Gain insights into the complexity of identity formation when one’s heritage is initially unknown.

    Tune into this episode to discover how the quest for familial roots can profoundly affect personal identity and why embracing this journey might be the key to unlocking your own story.

    Guest bio

    Shari Leid is a certified and professionally insured Life Coach, a Core Dynamic Specialist, graduate of the Happiness Studies Academy, author of three highly acclaimed books, "The 50/50 Friendship Flow," "Make Your Mess Your Message" and "Ask Yourself This", Certified Member of the International Coaching Federation, a member of the Washington State Bar Association, a Board Member of WWIN (Washington Women In Need) and a President's Circle Member of The Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center, Contributor Circle Member of the Seattle Art Museum, 2023 Volunteer Community Leader for Seattle Dances benefiting Plymouth Housing.

    Connect with Shari: https://animperfectlyperfectlife.com/

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    A Family Twist Holiday Dec 20, 2022
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    Family Twist Episode 30: A Family Twist Holiday

    This episode's guest is Rachel Beck, a dear friend, who shares her memories of chosen family holidays with Corey and Kendall.

    Join the Family Twist family here!

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    Exploring the Impact of Foster Care Dec 13, 2022
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    Have you ever wondered what drives someone to become a foster parent to over 60 children?

    In this eye-opening episode of Family Twist, we sit down with Dr. John DeGarmo, Director of the Foster Care Institute, to explore his personal journey and profound impact as a foster parent. With heart and authority, Dr. DeGarmo shares his experiences and insights, shedding light on the often misunderstood world of foster care.

    Exploring the Impact of Foster Care

    Listeners will gain:

    • An understanding of the common misconceptions about foster care and the realities of the children and families involved.
    • Insight into the emotional and practical challenges of fostering, including how to cope with the inevitable heartbreak that comes with saying goodbye.
    • Strategies for those considering becoming foster parents, emphasizing the importance of support systems and the difference one family can make.

    Tune in to learn how fostering can change lives, not just for the children in need, but for the foster parents themselves. This episode will inspire and inform anyone interested in making a profound difference in a child's life.

    Guest link:

    https://www.drjohndegarmofostercare.com/

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    Reunited After 40 Years: Siblings Discover Each Other Just Miles Apart Dec 06, 2022
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    What happens when two siblings, separated at birth and living just miles apart, discover each other 40 years later?

    This episode of Family Twist is a heartfelt journey into the lives of Natalie and Ryan, siblings who discovered each other's existence after 40 years apart. Their story not only uncovers hidden family secrets but also explores the complexities of identity, family bonds, and the impact of unexpected relationships that form later in life.

    Reunited After 40 Years: Siblings Discover Each Other Just Miles Apart

    Listeners will gain:

    • An insightful look into the emotional and logistical challenges that come with discovering and connecting with lost family members.
    • Strategies for navigating the complexities of newfound relationships, including how to integrate these relationships into existing family dynamics.
    • Inspiration from Natalie and Ryan's journey of reconnection, highlighting the importance of family, however it is formed, in shaping personal identity and providing emotional support.

    Dive into this moving episode to understand the power of family connections and the profound impact they can have on personal growth and healing. Discover how reuniting can transform lives by listening now!

    Guest link:

    Natalie's and Ryan's story is front page news: https://www.charlotteobserver.com/living/article253205998.html

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    Celebrating National Adoption Month Nov 29, 2022
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    Have you ever wondered what it's like to grow up knowing you're adopted, and how it shapes your view of family and identity?

    In celebration of National Adoption Month, this special episode of Family Twist delves deep into co-host Kendall's personal adoption story. Kendall shares his experience growing up knowing he was adopted, reflecting on the unique challenges and profound love he received from his adoptive parents, Betty and Ruble. The episode not only explores Kendall's journey but also highlights broader themes of acceptance and family diversity.

    Celebrating National Adoption Month

    Listeners will gain:

    • An understanding of the emotional dynamics within adoptive families through Kendall’s firsthand account.
    • Insights into the process and decisions involved in state versus private adoption from the perspective of the adoptive parents in the 1960s.
    • Encouragement and advice for those considering adoption today, based on personal anecdotes and reflections on societal changes.

    Tune into this heartfelt episode to explore the nuances of adoption and the enduring impact of love and acceptance in shaping a family. Discover how Kendall’s story might mirror or inform your own perceptions of family and identity.

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    Unraveling the Strands of a Hidden Past Nov 22, 2022
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    Did you ever imagine uncovering a secret family history filled with adventure, mystery, and unexpected revelations?

    In this episode of Family Twist, Keith Mason shares his extraordinary journey of discovering his familial roots, ignited by a random YouTube clip of a 1960s game show. Keith's quest to learn more about his father, a man shrouded in mystery and cloaked in controversy, unfolds into a narrative that spans tales of deep-sea diving, secret siblings, and even connections to historical events.

    Unraveling the Strands of a Hidden Past

    Listeners will gain:

    • Insight into the emotional impact of discovering hidden aspects of one's heritage.
    • Strategies for navigating the complexities of new family dynamics and historical truths.
    • Inspiration from Keith's relentless pursuit of his past, showcasing the power of curiosity and resilience.

    Dive into this intriguing episode to explore the depths of a family history you never knew existed, revealing how the past can reshape our understanding of the present and ourselves. Click to listen now and unravel the mysteries of Keith Mason's familial saga.

    Guest Bio:

    Keith Mason’s years of storytelling began with music and cultural observation in Philadelphia newspapers, interviewing dozens of top artists from Jerry Garcia and Phil Collins to George Carlin and Monty Python. In 1978 the writer began a nearly forty-year career in public relations, nonprofit development and the performing arts, including stints at Drexel University and the Kimmel Center (home of the Philadelphia Orchestra) and for elderly, disability and addiction recovery services. He also created and taught a senior writing course at Temple University.

    Keith was a producer for one of Philadelphia’s most cutting-edge theaters, and worked in radio for years, covering all forms of music and information. He also does commercial, corporate and education voiceovers.

    The author has two grown children and resides with his partner, a businesswoman and former dancer and actress, in southern New Jersey, where he pursues gardening, travel photography and music.

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    Unveiling the Secrets of Assisted Reproductive Technology Nov 15, 2022
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    Have you ever wondered about the hidden stories behind assisted reproductive technology?

    Today on Family Twist, we delve into the fascinating and often secret world of artificial insemination and infertility through the eyes of Peter J. Boni, author of the book Uprooted. Peter's journey of discovery after learning he was donor-conceived at 49 intertwines personal narrative with the broader history of reproductive technologies, revealing the complex interplay of science, ethics, and personal identity.

    Listeners will gain:

    • Insights into the historical and ethical complexities of assisted reproductive technology.
    • An understanding of the personal impacts of discovering one's origins later in life.
    • Strategies for navigating the emotional terrain of uncovering family secrets through DNA testing.

    Explore this profound topic and uncover how history, science, and personal stories intersect in the realm of human conception. Tune in to this episode for a captivating look at the truths that define and sometimes disrupt our sense of self.

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