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Join host Kara Rubinstein Deyerin as she speaks with people who, like her, are impacted by NPE's (non-parental events), DNA surprises, adoption, assisted reproduction, or other unexpected information bombs that reveal the truth about who they are and their family relationships and secrets. As anyone who's ever experienced such an event can tell you, it separates you from you. From knowing your own... more

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S1 E 42 – Unraveling Mary - Mary always knew she was adopted. She grew up with loving parents, an adopted brother, and a younger sister, and while she was curious about where she came from, searching for her genetic family was something she could p... more

S1 E41– Unraveling Ona, Nina, Christine, and Sarah This episode is a powerful reminder that family truth rarely lands evenly. One sibling may feel immediate joy while another needs distance. A parent may have been loving and present for one child whi... more

S1 E40 –  Unraveling Dee - At 23, while grieving the death of the mother who raised her, Dee learned another life-changing truth: she was adopted. For her entire childhood and young adulthood, Dee had believed the story she was given. She never quest... more

S1E39 – Unraveling Bill & Priscilla - This episode is a testament to persistence. Sometimes the truth takes decades, thousands of names, and one final piece of evidence to uncover—but being able to say “I know” instead of “I wonder” can bring a profo... more

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Recent Guests

Bill Sharp
Husband of Priscilla, later confirmed to be the son of Amos Clyde Green
Green family (through genealogy findings)
Episode: S1E39 Unraveling Priscilla & Bill
Priscilla Sharp
Genealogy researcher who drove the DNA discoveries and connected family lines
Family history researcher
Episode: S1E39 Unraveling Priscilla & Bill
J. Stephen Osborne
Author of DNA Did Not Anticipate, DNA genealogist
DNA Did Not Anticipate (book)
Episode: S1E36 Unraveling Steve & Becky
Becky Brow Osborne
Author of DNA Did Not Anticipate, amateur genealogist turned researcher
DNA Did Not Anticipate
Episode: S1E36 Unraveling Steve & Becky
Sybil Brown
Journalist, professor, storyteller who learned as an adult via family slip that she'd been adopted
Independent (guest)
Episode: S1E32 Unraveling Melody
Dr. Sybil Brown
Journalist, professor, storyteller who learned of her adoption as an adult
Independent/Academia
Episode: S1E31 Unraveling Dr. Syb
Nick Ludwig
Entrepreneur, writer, and advocate in the donor-conceived community
Donor-conceived advocate; author of Inconceivably Connected
Episode: S1E30 Unraveling Nick
Monica Hall
Author of Practically Still A Virgin, memoirist sharing her journey of identity, trauma, and belonging
Episode: S1E29 Unraveling Monica H
Maria Leonard Olson
Author, attorney, journalist, podcaster, and speaker whose life was changed by a DNA test revealing misattributed paternity
Independent author; speaker on DNA surprises
Episode: S1E28 Unraveling Maria

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Kara Rubinstein Deyerin
Host of the show, guiding conversations about identity and family history; interviewer

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Much Needed Information for People with DNA Test Surprises

    Right To Know founder, Kara Rubenstein-Deyerin has helped countless people reeling from DNA test surprises. She adds to her helping repertoire by sharing stories of people whose lives were upended by DNA discoveries. These stories help us feel understood and not so alone. Thank you, Kara, for your excellent service to others!

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Shows respectfully handles DNA surprises with empathy and practical guidance.
Guests bring diverse perspectives, from adoptees to advocates and researchers.
Host is a trusted resource for people facing family secrets and identity questions.

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S1E40 Unraveling Dee
Q: What advice would you give to others who are just starting to uncover their origin stories?
Her guidance centers on healing rather than blaming, reparenting the inner child, and recognizing that one can reinvent identity and family by choosing supportive communities and using the truth to guide healthier future choices.
S1E40 Unraveling Dee
Q: What role does medical history play in these discoveries, and how has it changed your approach to healthcare?
The guest emphasizes that having accurate medical history changes how she and her doctors manage care, reducing repetitive testing and enabling better-informed decisions as an adult with newly discovered relatives.
S1E40 Unraveling Dee
Q: What was the most challenging part of reunion with your birth mother and extended family?
She describes unmet expectations, the emotional intensity of closeness, and the realization that proximity and timing heavily influence how reunions unfold, often making the experience overwhelming yet ultimately meaningful.
S1E39 Unraveling Priscilla & Bill
Q: You do genealogy, right?
Priscilla confirms she's been doing genealogy for 40 years and has participated in autosomal DNA testing since the late 90s/early 2000s.
S1E30 Unraveling Nick
Q: Do you look more like your dad, or does your brother look more like him?
Nick explains their physical and personality similarities, noting that while he doesn't physically resemble their raised father much, his brother does in some ways, and their shared traits point to complex genetics and nurture.

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This show centers on personal journeys born from DNA surprises, adoption revelations, and non-parental events that reshape identity and family dynamics. Across episodes, listeners hear intimate narratives about uncovering misattributed parentage, donor conception, and adoption trauma, paired with practical guidance on healing, therapy, and building new family connections. The host often weaves in themes of transparency, memory, and the social implications of genetic information, highlighting advocacy, privacy, and policy discussions. A standout aspect is the blend of deeply emotional storytelling with actionable insights and resources for navigating complex family histories.

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