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The Empowered Adoptee Podcast — 83 episodes
Reclaiming Peace and Reframing Triggers as Invitations
Seollal Reflections: Navigating Change, Compassion, and the Year of the Fire Horse
From Unrest to Agency: Transforming White Supremacy into Peaceful Activism
Collective Trauma, the Nervous System, and Finding Safety in Uncertain Times
Family Constellations Healing with Kyla Mitsunaga
Let THEM - Reclaiming Our Freedom and Power
NAAM Roundtable with Margot, Mihyun, Josh, and Kim
Reclaiming NAAM: How National Adoption Month Became National Adoptee Month
Finding Her Tribe: Kim Shares Her Unique Positive Adoptee Perspective
From Coping to Healing: Adoptee Addictions and the Path to Wholeness
Coming Into Consciousness: Gianna's Journey of Rebirth and Reclaiming Her Identity
✨ Face to Face with Truth: An Interview with Mindy, Korean American Adoptee & Intuitive Face Reader
Unpacking Han, Finding Jeong: A Korean Adoptee Narrative
Kirsten Mathis 3.0: Navigating Growth & Change as a Korean Adoptee
Healing the Mother Wound and Finding Peace From Within
Mike Malloy Returns: Psychedelic Healing, PTSD & the Adoption Journey
Paper Cuts and Power: Navigating Adoption Microaggressions
Love beyond the Orphanage - Interview with Julie Duvall, Part 2
Heading to KAAN: Calming Nerves and Connecting with our KAD Community
Why Do Breakups and Loss Hurt So Much—and How Do We Heal From Them?
Understanding Self-Sabotaging Behavior As Adoptees
Kari Rudd: A Whole New World, A Whole New Me
Adoptee Mental Health: Stories, Struggles & Strength
Julie Duvall's Journey as an Aged-Out Orphan in Korea: A Story of Seeking Family and Connection
What Does AAPI Month Mean to Asian American Adoptees?
Visiting Korea as an Adoptee: What No One Tells You
Understanding Attachment Styles as Adoptees: How Early Bonding Shapes Our Relationships
Vagus Nerve Activation Tools for Adoptees
Honoring Our Truth: The Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Findings & Their Impact on Adoptees
A Panel Discussion with Nate Choi and Kirsten Mathis: Advocating For Our Rights and Expressing Our Truth
Finding Safety in Uncertain Times: A Guided Meditation for Adoptees
Befriending Anxiety: Transforming Anxiety Into Self Trust
Am I enough? Letting Go Of Unworthiness
Dear White Adoptive Families: Here's What We Want You To Know About Us
Healing, Identity, and Advocacy: A Conversation with Dr. Hollee A. McGinnis
How To Cultivate Unshakable Self-Love As An Adoptee
From Adoption to Advocacy: Leah Brighton’s Journey of Reconnection & Leadership
Breaking Boundaries: Rob 'Loebz' on His KAD Journey Through Hip Hop and B-Boy Culture
Kaleena Bliss: A KAD Following Her Culinary Passion From Pacific Northwest To Top Chef
How Adoption Impacts our Relationships: Part Two
How To Manifest Anything You Want in 2025
Highlights From Our Guests in 2024
Reflections From 2024: A Conversation Full of Insights, Relatable Moments, and Inspiration as Laurie and Claire Prepare to Step Boldly Into 2025
Jenna Lee Kim: Connector, Ally, and Advocate For Adoptees On A Journey to Finding Their Truth
Navigating Holiday Triggers: Turning Triggers Into Opportunities for Growth and Connection
Going Deep with a Deep South Korean Adoptee
Finding Unconditional Love: Su Brooks healing journey through pets
Amplifying Adoptee Voices: Honoring National Adoptee Awareness Month
Mike Malloy's Journey and Navigating whats True.
Connecting with our Ancestors: Practices and Rituals for Healing and Personal Growth
EFT Tapping and Somatic Breathwork Adoptee Workshop
Freeing Your Voice: A Journey with Phoenix Song, Trans Korean Adoptee and Sound Healer
The Hero's Journey of the Orphan Archetype
A Day In The Life At The Empowered Adoptee Retreat and Q&A
Sooki Jalali's Journey From Orphanage to Empowerment
Intersectional Identity and The Big 8: A Panel Discussion With Jolie, Laurie, and Claire
Ji Young: On What It Takes To Live in Seoul As A Differently Abled Korean Adoptee
The Empowered Adoptee Retreat Live Updates With Laurie, Claire, and Jolie
KADs Navigating IBPOC Communities and Spaces: An Interview With DeLa Dos
New Directions: Laurie and Claire Share Podcast Updates and Upcoming Events
Healing Through Somatic Movement: An Interview With Mihyun Lee
Finding Home: Creating Connection, Community, Support Networks, and Chosen Family
Breaking Stereotypes: Asian Misrepresentation in Media
Estrangement in Adoption: Unpacking the Adoptee Experience
Navigating Identity and Fatherhood: A Journey of Resilience with Nate Choi
Uncovering the Connection: Adoption and our Physical Health
Exploring Identity Through the Lens of a Bi-Racial 2nd Generation Korean Adoptee: A Conversation with Jolie Wermter
Dr. Hollee McGinnis: Reclaiming Korean Culture Through Food
Kirsten's Birth Mother Search and Reunion Story
Mental Health Awareness: Lauren Schlesinger's Journey From Depression to Freedom
The Empowered Adoptee Retreat Reflections
Korean Food For Healing Featuring Guests From The Empowered Adoptee Retreat
How to Apply a Growth Mindset To Relationships and Intimacy
Review of Return to Seoul - A Journey of Identity and Belonging
How Adoption Impacts Your Relationships
The Power of Somatic Breathwork On Your Healing Journey
How To Use EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) On Your Healing Journey
Learning From The History of Korean Adoption To Empower Our Present
Back To The Homeland
How To Shift Your Mindset
Our Adoptee Healing Journeys
Exploring Identity: Growing Up As Transracial Adoptees
Meet Your Co-Hosts Laurie and Claire