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Fracture to Flourish | Aging Out: The Hidden Pipeline

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Systemic Failure
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Fracture to Flourish examines systemic challenges affecting underserved communities across the nation. Season One: Aging Out investigates the foster care crisis that impacts over 20,000 youth who age out of the system each year. Season Two: Aging Out: The Hidden Pipeline investigates how foster care instability, isolation, and unmet needs can create a pathway to exploitation, and what it takes to ... more

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In Episode 4 of Fracture to Flourish, host Bryce Butler follows Priscilla Roman’s story to ask what happens after a rescue story ends.

Priscilla doesn’t describe herself as “trafficked.” Her story is what it looks like when a former foster youth wit... more

In Episode 3 of Fracture to Flourish, host Bryce Butler follows a single composite case file to show how a foster care system not designed around children can leave youth invisible, unprotected, and easy to traffic.

Instead of starting with a traffi... more

In Episode 2 of Season 2 of Fracture to Flourish, Bryce Butler follows the pattern that so often hides in plain sight: affirmation → dependency → control.

We start in a bedroom, with a late‑night message that sounds like attention, not danger. Then ... more

In the Season 2 premiere of Fracture to Flourish, host Bryce Butler traces how trafficking risk is often built long before a trafficker appears.

Through survivor testimony and expert insight, this episode follows the pathway that can start with abus... more

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Dr. Jeanne Allert
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Tori Hope Petersen
Grew up in foster care, became a successful author and advocate for reforming the foster care system.
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John Richmond
A former US ambassador at large and leading voice on human trafficking.
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Darren Washousen
Senior Director at the Orphan Care Alliance
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Ella Brennan
Aged out of Tennessee's foster care system, advocate for Foster Youth Bill of Rights
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Philip Pattison
Former pastor and executive director of Foster the City
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Andre Wright
Founder and CEO of New Culture
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Pam Parrish
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Bryce Butler
Created, written, and hosted by Bryce Butler, the content emphasizes systemic challenges faced by underserved communities, focused particularly on foster care issues.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Powerful and eye-opening!

    This podcast is an absolute must-listen. Fracture to Flourish brings raw, real stories of youth aging out of the foster system with honesty, empathy, and hope. It opened my eyes to the challenges these young adults face—and the incredible strength they show in the face of adversity. Inspiring, informative, and deeply human.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jason H Powell
    United States8 months ago
  • Thankful for Ella and those like her

    Thankful for a podcast that shines light on those who are solving many of the challenges with foster care and are committed to protecting our youth and helping them flourish.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brooke MT Trout
    United States8 months ago
  • A Powerful Reminder to Show Up and Build Belonging

    I really appreciate how you consistently uplift the dignity and humanity of youth aging out of foster care. The stories from industry change makers are both inspiring and grounding. What stands out most is the show’s call to action: to show up, build community, and create a true sense of belonging for these young people. It’s powerful, necessary, and deeply moving.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nichelle G
    United States8 months ago
  • The Unseen Crisis in Your Backyard

    Fracture to Flourish is bringing awareness and hope to a horrific crisis that is prevalent all across the U.S. The brokenness in the foster care system that is a result of broken lives and homes. While larger cities will certainly have a higher concentration of children in foster care there are no communities unaffected. This short season introduces the issue and begins offering hope and solutions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bigshlomo
    United States8 months ago
  • A call to action for a broken system

    These incredibly poignant encounters humanize what so often feels like a hidden, broken, dark stain on our societal conscience. Bryce and team are helping shine light and bring hope that, with attention, effort, and innovation we can wrap around our neighbors who we have, through action and inaction, so often left to flail alone against almost impossible barriers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boby,junior243
    United States9 months ago

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Focused on critical issues faced by youth aging out of the foster care system, the content emphasizes systemic problems, community support, and personal stories of overcoming adversity. Episodes often feature insights from experts and survivors, shedding light on the vulnerabilities these young adults face, such as exploitation and homelessness. The podcast highlights the urgent need for reform and strong community networks that can provide guidance and support.

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