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Finding Family DNA

Birth Parent Finder
Adoption
Genealogy
DNA Testing
DNA
Family Reunion
Genetic Genealogy
DNA Technology
Medical History
Los Angeles
Birth Parent Finder
Family Reunification
Korean Adoption
Birthparentfinder.com
Mental Health
Rootstech
California
23andme
Tarcia Smith
Jay Rosenzweig
Intercontinental Adoption

Welcome to Finding Family DNA, the show about finding and connecting birth families with Jay Rosenzweig, founder and CEO of BirthParentFinder.com. Every week, we explore a new case shedding light on the investigative tools, genetic genealogy, and DNA technology that make these incredible reunions possible. Join us as we navigate through the complexities of adoption searches and celebrate the profo... more

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In this episode of Finding Family DNA, Jay and co-host Misty Gillis introduce Carla Salvatierra, a 29-year-old woman born in Los Angeles County who has spent years searching for the truth about her biological father. After discovering that neither th... more

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In this episode of Finding Family DNA, attorney, author, and TEDx speaker Maria Leonard Olsen shares the shocking DNA discovery that changed her identity forever. After taking a 23andMe test, Maria learned that the man who raised her was not her biol... more

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In this episode of Finding Family DNA, we follow Porsha Jones’ powerful journey from loss to reconnection. Adopted at birth and later losing both of her adoptive parents as a teenager, Porsha grew up navigating life on her own while carrying question... more

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In this episode of Finding Family DNA, Jay and Misty sit down with Taylor Shennett, a Chinese-born adoptee who was adopted into an American family as a baby and has spent the last decade searching for her biological roots. As a transracial adoptee, s... more

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Recent Guests

Carla Salvatierra
Client featured in the episode and focal point of the outreach
BirthParentFinder.com client
Episode: My Birth Father's Family Ghosted Us — So I'm Speaking Out
Maria Leonard Olsen
Attorney, author, public speaker; NPE (non-paternity event) survivor and advocate
Independent
Episode: Maria Leonard Olsen's Shocking DNA Discovery
Portia Jones
Mother's Day giveaway recipient and adoptee who reunited with her birth mother
Episode: I Lost My Adoptive Parents Young — Then Jay Found My Birth Mother
Taylor Shennett
Chinese-born adoptee and advocate
Episode: My Endless Search for My Birth Family: Adopted from China
Jennifer Reinschmidt
Client of BirthParentFinder.com who pursued her birth family search
BirthParentFinder.com
Episode: My Birth Mother Told Everyone I Died at Birth
Marlee Matlin
Actress and keynote interviewee at RootsTech 2026
Episode: Inside RootsTech 2026: The Future of DNA and Genealogy
Tiffany (birth mother)
Victor's birth mother, who has struggled with mental health issues.
Episode: Reuniting with My Birth Mother and Sister After Foster Care and Homelessness
Bella (sister)
Victor's sister, who shared her experiences of searching for him and their emotional reunion.
Episode: Reuniting with My Birth Mother and Sister After Foster Care and Homelessness
Shanna Daloussi
Recipient of the Father's Day Giveaway and a woman searching for her birth identity after learning her adoptive father was not her biological father.
Episode: A DNA Test Revealed My Birth Father Was My Mother’s Stepfather

Hosts

Jay Rosenzweig
Founder/CEO of BirthParentFinder.com; frequent host discussing DNA-based reunions, genealogy, and outreach.
Misty Gillis
Co-host and genealogist; provides investigative and genealogical context for reunions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • DNA Ends Lies

    As a 3 year old & 11 months, I had an emotional upheaval. I could not look at my dad, as I sensed that he was not my dad, just my sisters’ dad. Age 5 years 9 months another reminding epiphany that my dad was out there. I told my mom, but instead of laughing at my precocious comment, she became nervous. There is something to it! Over the years I asked over and over. I mentally filed each event. They both died you, and soon after I was told the truth. It was 1994, and searching was futile. A stran... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    123Teak
    United States10 months ago
  • Can’t wait for more !

    Love this podcast. I’m not even adopted but the stories are just so unique and captivating. Jay and Misty do great work!!! Wish there were more episodes already !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rosieokumuraroro
    United States2 years ago
  • Quality Content

    This is truly an excellent show. Had me on the edge of my seat AND crying at the same time.

    And it’s just the right amount of time to keep the listener’s interest. I applaud this fine work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KarlaRMusic
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic!!

    Such a great way to continue to share these exceptional stories of reconnection. Thank you for presenting an incredible podcast, Jay and Chris, and for the care and compassion you show for each family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caberc1
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing

    One of the best podcasts I've ever had the privilege of listening to. The stories are so inspiring and amazing. Everyone should listen to them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Proud mom 818
    United States2 years ago

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High-quality production and compassionate handling of delicate topics.
Compelling real-life reunions with heartfelt storytelling.
Insightful look at the intersection of genealogy, privacy, and family dynamics.
Emotionally powerful stories that keep you listening episode after episode.
Experts provide actionable guidance for DNA-based searches.

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Maria Leonard Olsen's Shocking DNA Discovery
Q: What should listeners know about the broader implications of genetic testing beyond discovering family?
Maria highlights privacy concerns, potential impact on life insurance and inheritance, and the importance of consulting therapists and support networks when dealing with NPE experiences.
Maria Leonard Olsen's Shocking DNA Discovery
Q: What were the emotional and practical steps in meeting your birth father and navigating the relationship after discovery?
She details meeting at the Del Mar Racetrack, sharing stories, recognizing shared traits, and gradually building a relationship over eight years, while managing the complexity of his past and her own family history.
Maria Leonard Olsen's Shocking DNA Discovery
Q: Tell us about your discovery and what led you to the eventual search for your biological father.
Maria explains that a consumer DNA test revealed unexpected ancestry and triggered a year-long journey, including finding a first cousin who connected her to her biological father and ultimately meeting him after years of searching.
I Lost My Adoptive Parents Young — Then Jay Found My Birth Mother
Q: Tell me about your adoption story from the very beginning.
Portia explains she was adopted at birth into a Los Angeles family, describes the loss of her adoptive parents in adolescence, and shares how she grew up feeling the absence of her birth family while still building a life with people who cared for her.
Reuniting with My Birth Mother and Sister After Foster Care and Homelessness
Q: What's your thoughts on your mother's mental state and living situation?
I think her mental state is very definitely unstable, and part of it isn't her fault due to a childhood accident.

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The show centers on intimate DNA-driven family reunions, combining genetic genealogy, investigative sleuthing, and candid personal storytelling. Across episodes, listeners hear how genetic testing, outreach strategies, and open conversations lead to breakthroughs, emotional reckonings, and sometimes renewed family ties. A standout angle is the ethical and emotional weight of sharing sensitive reunion stories publicly, alongside a recurring emphasis on advocacy, privacy, and access to birth records. The guests range from adoptees and birth family members to private investigators and genealogists, all contributing practical lessons for listeners pursuing their own DNA-based discoveries or seeking insights for related outreach projects.

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1. Carla Salvatierra
2. Maria Leonard Olsen
3. Portia Jones
4. Taylor Shennett
5. Jennifer Reinschmidt
6. Marlee Matlin
7. Tiffany (birth mother)
8. Bella (sister)

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