NPE Stories
Lily WoodWhat if you found out your parent was not in fact your biological parent?
NPE Stories is a podcast where NPEs can share their story. What is an NPE? It is a term that stands for Not Parent Expected or Non Paternity Event. It is used for people who have found out the life changing news that their parent wasn’t their biological parent. Most likely through the advent of home DNA kits. NPE Stories is... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 246 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsHealth & FitnessMental HealthSociety & Culture | |||
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After family gossip started up, Sharon submitted a DNA test and received a surprise in her DNA matches. Drawing on her crisis counseling background, Sharon has given back by serving as a certified trauma recovery coach and support group facilitator t... more
Licensed mental health counselor Diana shares her recent NPE (Non-Paternal Event) discovery after a late 2020 DNA test led to unexpected family revelations in early 2026. Raised in a multicultural environment across New York and Florida, she explores... more
Lily Wood kicks off Season 8 with guest Daisy Woods, who shares her story of discovering at age 55 that her biological roots were not what she had always believed.
When a sudden health crisis leaves doctors searching for answers, Daisy is forced to ... more
In the year 7 season finale I was so excited to chat with B.K. Jackson (aka Kate), the incredible founder of Severance magazine and editor of the brilliant new essay collection, Relative Strangers. We had a great conversation into her incredibly comp... more
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- It’s a Joy to Watch this Community Grow and People Find Answers
Firstly, I would like to say that I love the new music for the show but doing it in a way that we recognize what show it is! Today’s story wherein Daisy discovered at 55 that she had a different father but sadly both fathers were dead as was her mother and all the grandparents. A cousin related to the new father has been kind and helpful and hopefully your new half siblings will accept that you don’t want anything from them except friendship and history. § Lily, congratulations starting Season ... more
Apple Podcasts5VintageLPs
United Statesa month ago - Love this podcast
I’m not an NPE but I love listening to the stories and sometimes makes me cry . My husband is a LDA so I understand what he goes through . The newest one on June 16th was really shocking and the only one I was really surprised she wanted anything to do with the new found birth father . It gave me such anxiety but it’s not for me to judge her I was just shocked .
Apple Podcasts5VelvetjmlUnited States3 months ago - An absolute must listen
This podcast is definitely one of my absolute favorites to listen to. I am not an NPE myself, but rather an amateur genealogist and a big fan of DNA testing. There is so much to learn from this stories, not only for NPEs, but also for someone like me. I love hearing "the other side" of the stories and learning about the "price" and consequences that DNA discoveries can bring with them. Sometimes the episodes bring the luckiest happy endings, and sometimes they dive into deep, emotional heartbrea... more
Apple Podcasts5BlueEyesQ
Denmark4 months ago - Not a NPE
not a NPE , but I enjoy your podcast , it is my nightly routine and I fall sleep listening to it . Thank you for noise control. .it is so important for someone like me that falls sleep with a podcast , there are few podcasts I like to listen but because of sudden change it noise or sound of podcast resulting waking me up . i had to stop listening to them .
Apple Podcasts5Asal121
Canada4 months ago - Simply the Best
The simplicity of this podcast - Lily the empathetic and present host quietly holding space for the courageous storyteller - is what makes this the most authentic podcast on the topic or ANY topic. I am so grateful to have had these hundreds of hours of shared comfort to help me navigate my NPE. She takes no ad sponsors, give through Patreon if you wish to support.
Apple Podcasts5RadicalRestYogaUnited States6 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #74 | United States/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #69 |  United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #78 | Canada/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #49 |  Australia/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #42 |  New Zealand/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
Apple Podcasts | #61 |  Ireland/Society & Culture/Personal Journals |
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What is NPE Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A focused, empathetic interview show centered on personal narratives from people who discovered non-paternity events (NPEs) and donor conception histories. Episodes frequently explore identity, family secrets, trauma, healing, and reconciling biographical truth with long-held family narratives. A standout feature is the host's calm, validating approach that lets guests share intimate journeys, often weaving in themes like trauma recovery, reconciliation with biological relatives, and the broader implications of DNA-based discoveries. The format often blends memoir, therapy-informed insights, and community support, making it a reassuring resource for listeners navigating similar revelations.
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Which podcasts are similar to NPE Stories?
These podcasts share a similar audience with NPE Stories:
1. DNA Surprises
2. LA Calling
3. Family Twist: A Podcast Exploring DNA Surprises and Family Secrets
4. Mothers, Lies and DNA Surprises
5. Finding Family DNA
How many episodes of NPE Stories are there?
NPE Stories launched 7 years ago and published 246 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on NPE Stories include:
1. Kate Jackson
2. Becca Rothman
3. Dawn M.
4. Traci Grant
5. William Aperance
6. Devorah Lee
7. Amy S.
8. Julie S.
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