FOSTER care to listen

In this episode, we talk about the frustration of having to retell your story over and over again to a revolving door of caseworkers, carers, and professionals — what we call the “broken record” syndrome — and how that repetition can feel exhausting, exposing, and at times, dehumanising. We explore the social side too: how awkward and complicated it can be to talk about being a “foster kid” with peers, and the unspoken pressure to manage other people’s reactions, curiosity, and assumptions. We dive into the strange paradox of constantly being taught about your rights as a young person in care, while not always feeling heard or empowered in practice. There’s also an honest conversation about something kids may notice but rarely feel safe to say out loud — when it feels like a foster placement is more about the payment than genuine care. Finally, we reflect on what truly makes a difference — the importance of a connected, communicative “village” around a young person where everyone is on the same page. LISTEN NOW! The post Episode 3 – the frustration of having to retell your story over and over and over and over… appeared first on FOSTER care to listen.

Meet your remaining hosts, Blake and Brock. Drawing on their lived experience, they spark honest, unfiltered conversations about the things that matter — from the deeply personal to the everyday moments that shape us. Together, they explore what contact with the Child Protection system can look like from a child’s perspective, the clarity (and complexity) that comes with hindsight as a young care leaver, the life-changing impact of adults who refuse to give up, and what “family” really means beyond biology. Most importantly, they unpack why finding — and using — your voice as a young person can make all the difference between a steady path and a rocky road. Expect insight. Expect authenticity. And expect plenty of banter along the way. Come for the perspective. Stay for the conversation. The post Episode 2 – Meet your remaining hosts, Blake and Brock appeared first on FOSTER care to listen.

Meet two of our hosts, Olivia and William, who share their journeys from the get-go. We chat entry into care, good vs. bad carers, respite, changing placements, adjusting to new household dynamics, and for the practitioners out there – the imperative need to listen to the voice of young people in your care. What does this really mean? The post Episode 1 – FOSTER care to listen appeared first on FOSTER care to listen.