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Because She's Adopted Podcast

Kristal Parke
Adoption
Eating Disorders
New York City
Reunion
Birth Mothers
Adoptee Community
Elf (film)
Identity
Genetics
Open Adoption
Austin, United States
British Columbia
Adoption the Making Of Me
Moscow, Idaho
Foster Care
Child Welfare
Adoptees On
On Adoption
Body-Mentric Trauma Healing
Aging/family

Join Kelowna hosts Kristal and Chrystal in a heartfelt podcast exploring the unique perspectives of adoptees. Together they share personal stories and provide a platform for others to articulate their adoption experience.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes28Founded2 years ago
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Episode 28 Pt.1 | Dr.Alana Berg ND

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Episode 27 | Patrece Maluzynsky

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She finds joy and healing in her writing and yoga practices, and she loves connecting with her recovery communi... more

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Episode 26 | Tanis Burnett

Tanis is a transracial adoptee from South Korea. She was adopted at 5 months old and joined her adoptive family in BC in 1987. She has two older brothers who are identical twins, who were also adopted (as a domestic adopt... more

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Episode 25 | Virginia McQueen

Join Kristal Parke and Virginia McQueen as they recap this past weekend at the Adoption: The Making Of Me Live Podcast event April 17-18, 2026 in Austin, Texas. In this episode, they explore impactful moments, discussi... more

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Recent Guests

Tanis Burnett
Guest, adoptee sharing firsthand experience
Private practice in Kelowna (Vantage Point Wellness)
Episode: 26 Tanis Burnett
Virginia McQueen
Adoptee, Foster care survivor, mental health counselor
Episode: 25 Virginia McQueen
Dylan Paul
Adoptee sharing his adoption and reunion story
Independent storyteller (guest)
Episode: 24 Dylan Paul
Liz Debetta
Founder/creator of Migrating Toward Wholeness
Migrating Toward Wholeness
Episode: 23 Dr.Liz Debetta & Julie Brumley, M.A.
Julie Brumley
Trauma-informed Somatic Coach
The Resilience Project
Episode: 23 Dr.Liz Debetta & Julie Brumley, M.A.
Haley Radke
Founder/producer of Adoptees On; advocate for adoptees and birth mothers
Haley Radke Media, Inc.
Episode: 21 On Adoption & Adoptees For Family Preservation
Sullivan Summer
President of Adoptees for Family Preservation; adoptee rights advocate
Adoptees for Family Preservation
Episode: 21 On Adoption & Adoptees For Family Preservation
Lora Alegria
Domestic same-race adoptee and AFFP board member
Adoptees for Family Preservation
Episode: 21 On Adoption & Adoptees For Family Preservation
Lilly Anspach
Treasurer of AFFP; adoptee with professional background in systems design
Adoptees for Family Preservation
Episode: 21 On Adoption & Adoptees For Family Preservation

Hosts

Chrystal Park
Host of the show; often guides discussions with a focus on adoptee experiences and healing.
Crystal Parke
Co-host and production lead; facilitates conversations around adoption narratives and reform.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Beautifully done

    A beautiful podcast with interesting perspectives and depth on the complexities of adoption and its hidden costs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonicaHall
    United States8 months ago

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The show's conversations can be heavy but are clearly grounded in care and community.
A thoughtful, intimate look at adoption that respects lived experiences.
Stories feel authentic and centers adoptees without sensationalism.

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Talking Points

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18 Gloria
Q: What role does media representation play in these cases?
Media representations can educate and humanize victims but must avoid reducing real people to statistics; Gloria highlights the need for responsible storytelling that honors Kendara's humanity and connects audiences to the ongoing quest for justice.
18 Gloria
Q: How did Kendara's story inspire your advocacy work?
Kendara's life and untimely death inspired Gloria to create ongoing awareness through the KB Memorial, organize annual events, and push for justice, turning personal grief into community action and support for other families affected by MMIW.
18 Gloria
Q: What has been the hardest part of grieving Kendara's loss?
The hardest part has been rebuilding trust and finding people who truly see and validate her memory, rather than offering generic sympathy; the process is ongoing and deeply personal, requiring spaces where Gloria feels safe to share without being overwhelmed by others' expectations.
21 On Adoption & Adoptees For Family Preservation
Q: What impact do you hope this project will have on listeners?
I hope it changes minds, sparks empathy, and motivates listeners to support informed, trauma-aware approaches to adoption, including financial and social resources that keep families together where possible.
21 On Adoption & Adoptees For Family Preservation
Q: What misconception about adoptees or open adoption do you want to address first?
Many people assume adoptees hate adoptive parents; the reality is a nuanced critique of the system and practices, while recognizing that many adoptive parents are dedicated individuals who deserve accountability, not blanket blame.

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A deeply personal, adoptee-centered show that stitches intimate guest stories with practical discussions on adoption, trauma, reunion, and advocacy. Across recent episodes, the conversations orbit core themes like identity formation, family dynamics, and healing through community, writing, and somatic therapies. Notably, the show frequently features adoptee voices, birth-family perspectives, and advocacy work focused on reforming child welfare and promoting open adoption narratives. Potential listeners include adoptees, families, social-service professionals, and advocates seeking authentic, lived-experience insights and resources for healing and policy change.

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