# appeared first foster (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover appeared first foster. Page: Feed: --- ## [Back-To-School Support for Foster and Adoptive Children](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/back-to-school-support-for-foster-and-adoptive-children/) _2026-08-12 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ The transition from summer break to school in the fall can be challenging for any child. It can be even more difficult for children who have a hard time with change given trauma and attachment issues and their placement in foster care or being adopted. In this episode, we are joined by Emily Johnson, who has years of experience supporting kids in going back to school. Emily is a foster caregiver,… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/BackToSchool-Support-for-Foster-and-Adoptive-Children.mp3) ## [Reunification is a Process, Not an Event: Part 2 with Aimee and Madilyne](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/reunification-is-a-process-not-an-event-part-2-with-aimee-and-madilyne/) _2026-07-29 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ Please listen to Part 1, You Don’t Always Have the Words , before listening to this episode. In Part 1, Madilyne and her birth mother Aimee describe from their unique perspectives their experiences of Madilyne and her siblings being removed from Aimee ‘s care and living with their grandparents, then a foster family, and eventually an adoptive family. In this episode, Aimee and Madilyne share what… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Ep152_Reunification-is-a-Process-Not-an-Event.mp3) ## [You Don’t Always Have the Words: Part 1 with Aimee and Madilyn](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/you-dont-always-have-the-words-part-1-with-aimee-and-madilyn/) _2026-07-15 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ In this episode, we are joined by Madilyne and her birth mother Aimee . Because of Aimee ‘s untreated mental health concerns that led to addiction, Madilyne and her brother and sister were removed from Aimee ‘s care and placed with their grandparents. Later, they were placed into foster care with a non-relative and then adopted by members of their church. Madilyne and Aimee share their unique… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Ep_152-Ep_151-You-Dont-Always-Have-the-Words-Part-1.mp3) ## [Stories Have the Power to Connect Us](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/stories-have-the-power-to-connect-us/) _2026-06-30 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ The Immigrant Experiences Reading & Resource Guide was created by Kelly Hooker, an avid book reviewer @kellyhook.readsbooks, alongside Rawand Amedi, mental health therapist and refugee from Kurdistan. Hear how they created this guide to foster understanding, build empathy, and open meaningful conversations across ages. Kelly and Rawand carefully selected stories for both children and adults that… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Ep151_Stories-Have-the-Power-to-Connect-Us.mp3) ## [Our 150th Episode: Looking Back, Looking Forward](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/our-150th-episode-looking-back-looking-forward/) _2026-06-16 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ In this episode, your co-hosts Bridget and Kris interview each other about what they love (and don’t love) about hosting the podcast, favorite episodes, what’s they’ve learned along the way, and what they are looking forward to for the future of the Let’s Talk podcast. (27 mins) June 17, 2026 The post Our 150th Episode: Looking Back, Looking Forward appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota . [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/150_150th-Episode.mp3) ## [Understanding Violence in Indigenous Communities](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/understanding-violence-in-indigenous-communities/) _2026-06-03 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ Olivia Allery shares the historical and systemic factors contributing to violence in Indigenous communities. By exploring the impacts of colonial history, intergenerational trauma, and legal frameworks, we look at why certain cycles persist and what changes are necessary for progress. This episode is eligible for a Certificate of Completion. (27 mins) June 2, 2026 Resources from Olivia Allery The… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Ep_149-Understanding-Violence-in-Indigenous-Communities.mp3) ## [Compassion, Support and Connecting Communities](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/compassion-support-and-connecting-communities/) _2026-05-20 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ Hear from child welfare professionals, Brianna and Stephanie Coleman, about their years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with marginalized identities. They share the various types of safe care supports available in our communities and you will leave feeling encouraged to open your heart and home to LGBTQ+ youth. Next up is Mariah Rooney. Mariah will share how to bring… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Ep-148_Compassion-support-and-connecting-communities.mp3) ## [Where Culture Meets Care](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/where-culture-meets-care/) _2026-05-06 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ Whether you’re a parent, foster or adoptive care giver, or a professional supporting families, this conversation invites you to pause, reflect, and walk away with a deeper understanding of how culture , connection, and care come together in everyday parenting. Dr. Siek and Rawand Amedi bring their expertise in child development and mental health, while sharing insights rooted in cultural… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Ep_147-Where-Culture-Meets-Care.mp3) ## [The Call to Action for Intercountry Adoptee Justice](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/the-call-to-action-for-intercountry-adoptee-justice/) _2026-04-22 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ Since the end of World War II, over 500,000 children have been adopted from abroad by U.S. citizen parents with the promise of a secure life. Yet, for many, that promise was broken by a legal oversight that denied them automatic citizenship. Amanda Cho and Rachel Koelzer will share how this loophole started, the impacts and why it persists to day. We will take an inside look at the Protect… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/My-new-video-project.mp3) ## [Watch Chovy Code Live (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/GGTSzMKs22oB) _2026-04-22 · **Sponsored**_ Join live coding streams with real-time collaborative screen sharing, open source and free. ## [Responding to Self-Harm](https://www.fosteradoptmn.org/responding-to-self-harm/) _2026-04-08 · Let's Talk: A Foster Adopt Minnesota Podcast_ Youth self – harm is an increasing mental health challenge. Foster youth are especially susceptible to engaging in self – harm . Charley Joyce, MSW, joins us to discuss the different forms of self – harm , why foster youth self – harm and some considerations in how foster parents might respond to a youth that is self – harm ing. (40 mins) April 8, 2026 This podcast is eligible for a Certificate of… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/lets_talk_a_mn_adopt/www.fosteradoptmn.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Ep_145-Responding-to-Self-Harm.mp3)