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Adapted Podcast

Kaomi Goetz
Korean Adoption
Korean Adoptees
Cultural Identity
Trauma
Transnational Adoption
International Adoption
Community Support
South Korea Child Welfare
Reunion
Transracial Adoption
Family Dynamics
Race and Identity
Abuse In Adoptee Families
Searching For You
Adoptee Consciousness Model
Critical Adoption Studies
Holt Children's Services
Children's Rights
Family Separation
Adoption Reunification

This is one of the pioneering podcasts on intercountry adoptees. Started in 2016, Adapted Podcast has interviewed more than 130 Korean intercountry adoptees on their lived experiences. The podcast started as a Fulbright research project in Korea and has been now downloaded more than 100,000 times around the world.

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I sit down with Alicia Soon Hershey, 41, a Korean transnational adoptee now living in Barcelona. Soon Hershey was the very first adoptee interviewed on the podcast back in 2016 and our conversation book-ends the podcast in the 165th episode (!). We g... more

Korean-American cultural anthropologist Eleana Kim talks about her research that went into the seminal imprint "Adopted Territory: Transnational Korean Adoptees and the Politics of Belonging," Duke University Press, 2010.

Geoffrey Winder (born Jong Ke-Bin) (he/him), 42, of Oakland, CA, shares some of his story as a queer Black Korean transnational and transracial adopted man and about his activism in queer advocacy, adoptee community, and leadership spaces.

Mirae Kate-hers Rhee, 48, is a transnational, transcultural artist and adopted Korean who uses her socio-political artwork and performance to investigate concepts like identity and belonging.

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Alicia Soon Hershey
An English teacher and Korean adoptee, now living in Barcelona, Spain.
Episode: Season 7, Episode 26: Alicia Soon Hershey - I am Not My Trauma
Eleana Kim
Cultural anthropologist and professor who specializes in transnational Korean adoptees and author of the book "Adopted Territory".
UC Irvine
Episode: Season 7 Episode 25: Eleana Kim and the Politics of Belonging for Korean Adoptees
Geoffrey Winder
A Black Korean transracial adoptee dedicated to queer advocacy
Episode: Season 7, Episode 24: Geoffrey Winder - Fluidity in Identity
Mirae Kate-hers Rhee
Artist, social activist, feminist, and transracial and transnational adopted Korean
Episode: Season 7, Episode 23: Mirae KH Rhee - A Running Dragon
Thomas Haessly
Adoptee and sibling of a previous guest, Mia Haessly
Episode: Season 7 Episode 12: Thomas Haessly and the Imposter Within
Rachel Forbes
Korean adoptee and licensed social worker who focuses on trauma and attachment issues
Forbes Psychotherapy
Episode: Rachel Forbes and the 4Fs (of Survival and Trauma Responses)
Yugun Jun
Korean translator
Episode: Rachel Forbes and the 4Fs (of Survival and Trauma Responses)
Dr. Helen Noh
Professor at the Department of Social Welfare at Sungsil University in Korea.
Sungsil University
Episode: Season 7, Episode 7: Helen Noh, From Adoption Worker to Critic in South Korea
Jenna Antoniewicz
Former mayor of Royersford, Pennsylvania, and Korean American adoptee who explores her heritage.
Episode: Season 7, Episode 4: Jenna Antoniewicz is Ready

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Kaomi Lee
Host of the podcast, Kaomi Lee, is a prominent figure in the adoptee community and an advocate for raising awareness about the experiences of Korean intercountry adoptees. She brings a personal touch to discussions, often reflecting on her own journey as an adoptee.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 139 ratings
  • Sister of Korean Adoptee

    As the sister of a Korean adoptee this podcast has really helped me understand the nuance and complexity of feelings around transracial adoption. There’s such a variety of experiences and perspectives to draw on. I’m really sad that I discovered it during season 6 and it’s now coming to an end.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelly E. Wallace
    United States2 years ago
  • Adapted is an insightful, informative, deep & mind-opening podcast, that delves into the experiences of Korean adoptees, based world-wide. I have found listening to Kaomi interview her guests so educational & validating (as a fellow Korean adoptee), & have learnt so much. I'm super grateful for Kaomi & her creation of this podcast as it's helped tremendously with my own journey & in understanding my own adoption. I'd highly recommend listening if you're an adoptee, or someone you love, is one.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Seon
    5 years ago
  • Phenomenal

    Love the work and passion put into this by telling REAL stories about Korean American adoptees. There is something to learn and love about with each episode and can’t wait to listen to it all and for more to come! Great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mkim202
    United States5 years ago
  • Beautiful stories

    I’ve been listening to Adapted for over two years and it has been a welcome friend during my own adoption journey. I find solace in hearing unique but familiar experiences, and feel encouraged that so many adoptees are sharing their experiences.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dhk2021
    United States5 years ago
  • Adapted elevates the voices of adoptees around the world. Using her journalism background, Kaomi creates a thoughtful space for her guests, allowing them to share stories in their own unique way.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Chris
    5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the authentic and enlightening stories shared by guests, highlighting the podcast's role in understanding the complexities of adoption.
The emotional depth and honesty of the discussions resonate powerfully, making the podcast a vital resource for adoptees and their families.
Reviewers often emphasize the educational value of the content, underscoring how it broadens perspectives on adoptee experiences and issues surrounding cultural identity.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Season 7, Episode 5: Matthew Rodriguez and Fact Versus Fiction
Q: Why the feeling that you have to sometimes insert that your dad is third generation?
He emphasizes the need for authenticity and clarity about his background to prevent misunderstandings and assumptions.
Season 7, Episode 5: Matthew Rodriguez and Fact Versus Fiction
Q: Can you tell us what has that been like, being raised by, well, with a Latino last name and an Asian face?
Matthew discusses the complexity of his identity, sharing anecdotes to illustrate his experiences navigating these cultural intersections and societal perceptions.
Season 7, Episode 7: Helen Noh, From Adoption Worker to Critic in South Korea
Q: When did you start to become more critical of international adoption?
It took time, but as I became more educated about the issues and from discussions with peers, I began to understand the problems surrounding adoption practices.
Season 7, Episode 8: Mia Haessly is Coexisting with Biological and Adoptive Family
Q: What advice would you give to adoptees considering search or reunion?
It is crucial for adoptees to prepare for an intense emotional journey and to understand that reunion experiences can vary significantly.
Season 7, Episode 8: Mia Haessly is Coexisting with Biological and Adoptive Family
Q: What was their meeting like?
Mia described her first meeting with her birth father as very emotional, where she burst into tears seeing someone who resembled her for the first time.

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The podcast focuses on the unique and multifaceted experiences of Korean intercountry adoptees, exploring themes such as identity, belonging, trauma, and cultural dislocation. It features in-depth conversations with guests who share their personal stories, insights, and the challenges they face within the broader contexts of family dynamics, cultural heritage, and the adoption experience. Notable for its commitment to highlighting diverse voices, the podcast presents an educational and empathetic lens on the lives of adoptees, breaking down societal perceptions and encouraging understanding of the emotional complexities involved in adoption.

Each episode often intertwines personal narratives with academic insights, creating a rich tapestry... more

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1. Alicia Soon Hershey
2. Eleana Kim
3. Geoffrey Winder
4. Mirae Kate-hers Rhee
5. Thomas Haessly
6. Rachel Forbes
7. Yugun Jun
8. Dr. Helen Noh

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