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EPISODE · Oct 21, 2025 · 1H

We’ve Been Trying to Reach You About Your DNA

from Premeditated Opinions · host Josh & Pamela

This week on Premeditated Opinions, Josh tells the kind of story that makes you want to call your mom... or at least check your Ancestry login. What started as a 26-foot U-Haul and a bottle of ibuprofen turns into a heart-opening story about adoption, DNA tests, and finding biological family in the middle of a pandemic.Pamela plays emotional detective as Josh unpacks his genetic detective, FedEx letters, and the unforgettable line: “We’ve been trying to reach you about your car’s extended warranty.”They also cover found family, moving horror stories, 125-year-old houses with zero grounding (electrical or emotional), and prepping for an upcoming trip to Louisville that involves bourbon, ghosts, and Pride.Other highlights:The science and chaos of DNA kits (and why the fine print should come with a therapist).Genetic connections, emotional bandwidth, and why “nature vs. nurture” deserves a rematch.Louisville plans: haunted sanatoriums, bourbon tours, and accidentally adopting your Southwest seatmate.A recap of Dallas Pride and Jen Hatmaker’s book tour, because of course there’s crying, laughter, and a megachurch organ.If you’ve ever wondered how to trace your roots without losing your mind (or your lower back), this one’s for you.Support the showStay Connected with us on these platforms:Website: https://www.premeditatedopinions.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/@premeditatedopinionspodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@premeditatedopinionsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/premeditated_opinions/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@premeditated_opinionsAnd don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share us with your friends and family!

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This week on Premeditated Opinions, Josh tells the kind of story that makes you want to call your mom... or at least check your Ancestry login. What started as a 26-foot U-Haul and a bottle of ibuprofen turns into a heart-opening story about adoption, DNA tests, and finding biological family in the middle of a pandemic. Pamela plays emotional detective as Josh unpacks his genetic detective, FedEx letters, and the unforgettable line: “We’ve been trying to reach you about your car’s extended wa...

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