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The Adoption Journey PodcastAuthor: Tarcia Smith
Welcome to the Adoption Journey Podcast! This podcast is your one-stop-shop for learning about adoption and the adoption process. We'll discuss topics like international and domestic adoption, open and closed adoptions, adoption agencies, foster care and search and reunion. We'll feature interviews with adoptive families, adoptees, birthparents, and adoption professionals. Our goal is to provide you with all the information and resources you need to make informed decisions about adoption. Join us as we explore the world of adoption! Language: en Genres: Personal Journals, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Allow me to reintorduce myself
Episode 99
Friday, 19 December, 2025
SummaryIn this episode of the Adoption Journey Podcast, host Tarcia Smith reflects on her personal growth through the podcasting experience, discussing the evolution of her understanding of adoption and trauma. She shares her journey of finding her birth family, the complexities of reunion, and the impact of diverse adoption stories on her perspective. The conversation delves into the nature of trauma in adoption, the exploration of identity through family connections, and the ongoing journey of self-discovery as an adoptee. In this conversation, Tarcia Smith shares her profound journey as an adoptee, exploring themes of identity, grief, and the importance of community. She reflects on the emotional connections formed with her biological family, the complexities of navigating grief after loss, and the unique challenges faced by Black adoptees. The discussion emphasizes the need for open conversations about adoption, the significance of sharing stories, and the creation of supportive spaces for those in similar situations. Tarcia also highlights the importance of awareness in adoption practices and the impact of these experiences on personal growth and family dynamics.
