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The Adoption and Fostering Podcast

Al Coates & Scott Casson-Rennie
Adoption
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Conversation & discussion on contemporary Adoption & Fostering

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes124Founded9 years ago
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This month we’re exploring how our different lenses - our lived experiences, values, and professional knowledge, shape the way we see and interpret behaviour. They influence how we respond, the language we use, and even whether we view something as n... more

Hello and welcome to conversations from the A&F podcast.

In this episode I speak to adoptive parent Cath who is parenting from a distance, a position  that many adoptive families find themselves in. Often parents struggled to meet the complex and hi... more

Hello and welcome to our Kinship week live with Dr Paul Shuttleworth. We chat about the voices of children and Dr Paul's new book, Listening to Children about Kinship care, child welfare and permanence.

You can download the book for free here and pl... more

Hello and welcome to the A&F podcast.

Over the next episodes we’re focusing our gaze on the issue of adoption disruption. It’s a hugely sensitive subject matter with the impact on children, adults and professionals often being catastrophic.

Here I ... more

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Recent Guests

Nigel Priestley
Senior Partner with Ridley and Hall Legal Services, an adoptive parent, and advocate for families navigating adoption challenges.
Ridley and Hall Legal Services
Episode: Adoption Disruption - Solicitor Nigel Priestly
Bryan Post
Expert in parenting adopted and fostered children with 25 years of experience
Bondify
Episode: Episode 217 - Conversation with Bryan Post
Tracy Moisan
National Director of the National Consortium on AFCCA
National Consortium on AFCCA
Episode: Churchill Fellowship - Tracy Moisan Director of the National Consortium on AFCCA, Canada
Dee Mills
Author and adoptive parent, sharing insights on education for adopted children.
Episode: Episode 215 - Dee Mills talks Education
Gillian Elam
Member of the Potato Group and social researcher
Potato Group
Episode: Episode 214 - Euan Preston and Gillian Elam from the Potato Group
Euan Preston
Chair of the Potato Group, supporting families with traumatized adopted teens
Potato Group
Episode: Episode 214 - Euan Preston and Gillian Elam from the Potato Group
Lisa Etherson
Psychosexual therapist specializing in shame and compulsive sexual behaviour.
Episode: Wednesday Webcast with Vicki McKeown & Lisa Etherson
Sarah Wills
Co-founder of The Belay Foundation, adoptive mother of two teenagers, with experience in adoption services
The Belay Foundation
Episode: Webcast with Helen Wills and Sarah Fry from the Belay Foundation
Helen Fry
Co-founder of The Belay Foundation, also an adoptive mother
The Belay Foundation
Episode: Webcast with Helen Wills and Sarah Fry from the Belay Foundation

Host

Al Coates
Host and expert in adoption and fostering discussions.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 141 ratings
  • Brilliant

    Excellent and multifaceted discussion about everything adoption and foster care from the viewpoint of adoptive families and activists. Also fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    - allears -
    Germany6 months ago
  • Thank you

    So helpful to every involved and n adoption

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katesh99
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliant !

    I love listening to the adoption and fostering podcast. It’s informative , relative and as a professional supports me hearing different voices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vicky1494&
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • So brilliant

    I have found this the most informative and demystifying source in my own personal run up to becoming a foster parent (fingers crossed). Lots of pointers to approaches and perspectives and resourses. Thank you!!! (Also love the funny banter)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    not just
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Love the Conversations!

    New to this podcast, discovered through a link to Shushma! Not new to adoption ❤️ I have really enjoyed the conversations, in particular recent listens with birth mum Angela, and then adopter Laura. Wow hats off to Laura... what an extraordinary story requiring so much bravery and resilience. I will keep listening! ❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angelhoneylove
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Sound quality has received mixed feedback with some concerns.
Informative discussions that benefit both personal and professional understanding of adoption.
Hosts have a friendly style that blends humor with important topics.
Listeners appreciate the diverse voices and perspectives featured in episodes.
Overall, the podcast is praised for its accessibility and depth of content.

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Adoption Disruption - Solicitor Nigel Priestly
Q: Have you seen an increase in the number of clients coming to you over the last few years?
There is an increase in awareness around adoption issues, but it's largely due to children entering their teenage years and the growing complexity of their needs.
Adoption Disruption - Solicitor Nigel Priestly
Q: Are people already just coming open and saying, what can you do?
We get clients at all stages—some seek support before making drastic decisions, while others come when they're already at a breaking point.
Adoption Disruption - Solicitor Nigel Priestly
Q: What brings people to your door?
Most people come to us out of desperation when they feel that their family life is reaching a breaking point.
Adoption Disruption - Fiona Wells, adopter, adoptee and founder of PATCH
Q: What are we even talking about when we say disruption?
Disruption refers to the severe challenges faced by families post-adoption, including child-to-parent violence and behavioral issues stemming from trauma.
Conversations Caitlyn Newblé CEO and founder of All in the therapy of music
Q: What do you hope to achieve with your music programs?
Caitlyn aims to keep young people engaged in education, reduce antisocial behavior, and improve school attendance through music education and creative programs.

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What is The Adoption and Fostering Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers insightful conversations and discussions surrounding contemporary issues in adoption and fostering. Episodes cover a diverse range of topics, including the emotional complexities of parenting adopted children, the dynamics of foster care, and the societal challenges associated with adoption policies. The hosts frequently engage with experts and practitioners in the field, providing listeners with valuable resources and perspectives to support their journeys, whether as adoptive parents, foster caregivers, or professionals in related areas. Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to sharing real-life experiences, fostering a supportive community dialogue, and addressing the challenges faced by families navigating these uni... more

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1. Nigel Priestley
2. Bryan Post
3. Tracy Moisan
4. Dee Mills
5. Gillian Elam
6. Euan Preston
7. Lisa Etherson
8. Sarah Wills

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