Conversation & discussion on contemporary Adoption & Fostering
Episodes
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
In this episode Scott had a chat with foster carer and parent Frank. Frank and his wife adopted in the early 90’s in the UK and since then have returned to Ireland to live.
Franks shares his families story of living with FASD, how they became aware of it, how they were supported, as well as how it impacted everyone in the longer term with the sad passing of his son 4 years ago from suicide.
Franks story is an insightful and emotional listen, and we want to thank him publicly for sharing so much.
If you have been affected by what you have heard in this podcast, and want to find out more information, please contact FASD Hub Ireland on 065 670 3098 or FASD Hub Northern Ireland on 02895 682 553.
Scott and Rob also have a quick catch up and start thinking about our 6th and final episode in this series, where we will have a review of the year with our special guest, FASD Ireland’s own CEO - Tristan.
Whilst “FASD – What’s da Craic?” is predominantly an Irish take on FASD, we try to make our language and experiences accessible to everyone. We have a mix of accents in there – something for all!
We welcome you to get in touch whether you have a question or would like to be a guest, you can search FASD Ireland across all social media platforms and DM us or email us: office@fasdireland.ie
As always if you’ve experience of adoption, fostering or special guardianship from any perspective personal or professional and would like share that on the podcast please get in touch through the Facebook page, the app formerly known as Twitter or email us at AandFpodcast@gmail.com
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Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Saturday Nov 25, 2023
Saturday Nov 18, 2023
Saturday Nov 18, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
As we move into winter Vicki and Haley reflect on what this time of year might mean to different people with different experiences.
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Saturday Nov 11, 2023
Saturday Nov 11, 2023
Hello and welcome to conversations from the A and F network
In this episode I speak to Danny and Rianne foster carers featured in the recent channel four documentary ‘Kids’.
Danny is a second generation foster carer and together they have fostered several children as well as raise their own family. We chat about their experience as well as getting an update on Byron one of the young people featured in the programme.
As always if you’ve experience of adoption, fostering or special guardianship from any perspective personal or professional and would like share that on the podcast please get in touch through the Facebook page, twitter or email us at AandFpodcast@gmail.com
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Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
In this, sightly delayed released, Wednesday Webcast we speak to Sarah Anderson from FosterWiki. Sarah has been on before and she updates us on the work that the FosterWiki team are involved with as well as some other stuff. We talk all things recruitment, worker status and more, Sarah is passionate and you can find out more about what she does here.
As always if you’ve experience of adoption, fostering or special guardianship from any perspective personal or professional and would like share that on the podcast please get in touch through the Facebook page, the app formerly known as Twitter or email us at AandFpodcast@gmail.com
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Saturday Nov 04, 2023
Saturday Nov 04, 2023
In this episode of the A&F conversations I speak to adoptive parent Alex. He is a member of the armed services and has recently adopted two children with his wife through the Soldiers', Sailors' & Airmen's Families Association (SSAFA). He shares their experience of the process, approval, matching and placement as well as reflecting the unique aspects of that being in the military.
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Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
Tuesday Oct 31, 2023
In our final podcast spotlighting different aspects of the social care system in Ireland we look at fostering with Deirdre McDonagh and Daire Gilmartin from Five Rivers Fostering based across the whole country. We consider the legal framework as well as the culture around fostering that exists in Ireland.
As always if you’ve experience of adoption, fostering or special guardianship from any perspective personal or professional and would like share that on the podcast please get in touch through the Facebook page or twitter or email us at AandFpodcast@gmail.com
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Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
In this episode we're really pleased to speak to Psychosexual therapist Lisa Etherson. Firstly, it's a frank and open conversation that isn't suitable for children so be warned if you're of a delicate disposition, this may not be for you and certainly don't play it on loudspeaker when the vicar is round for tea.
We chat about the impact of early adversity on children and young people and their relationships and sex. We also discuss the broader issue of shame which was the primary reason we invited Lisa as she's researching the subject for a PHD. It's a conversation so we go where we're led and at moments slip into an episode of 'Carry on Podcasting'. Be warned.
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As always if you’ve experience of adoption, fostering or special guardianship from any perspective personal or professional and would like share that on the podcast please get in touch through the Facebook page, the app formerly known as Twitter or email us at AandFpodcast@gmail.com
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Saturday Oct 21, 2023
Saturday Oct 21, 2023
Hello and welcome to conversations from the A and F network
In this episode I speak to Black Sheep a transracial adult adoptee and adopter. She shares her experience of growing up in a white family, the challenges and joy’s of reunification with birth family and her own experience as an adoptive parent.
Black Sheep also shares her perspective on transracial adoption and the issues of race that are unaddressed within the adoption system. She has written of her experience in a book that you can find here and there will be an audio version available soon.
As always if you’ve experience of adoption, fostering or special guardianship from any perspective personal or professional and would like share that on the podcast please get in touch through the Facebook page, twitter or email us at AandFpodcast@gmail.com
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