The Empowered Adoptee Podcast

Mar 02 2025 51 ep. 51 mins 4
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We are helping to empower and heal the adoptee community by creating a safe space to share stories, tools, and learn new skills to navigate adoptee life.

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Am I enough? Letting Go Of Unworthiness

Mar 02 2025 72 mins  
In this episode, we dive into the complex emotions tied to feelings of unworthiness experienced by many adoptees and explore paths to healing and empowerment. By understanding primal wound theory, societal influences, and cultural displacement, we aim to uncover why these feelings emerge and how adoptees can reclaim their sense of self-worth. Laurie and Claire sit down for a super

Dear White Adoptive Families: Here's What We Want You To Know About Us

Feb 24 2025 59 mins  
In this episode of The Empowered Adoptee Podcast we’re amplifying adoptee voices to share what we want adoptive families to understand in order to help us feel truly supported and seen. Transnational and transracial adoptees often have complex, layered experiences that can be difficult to articulate to their adoptive families. While every adoptee’s journey is unique, we see com

Healing, Identity, and Advocacy: A Conversation with Dr. Hollee A. McGinnis

Feb 16 2025 54 mins  
In this powerful episode of the Empowered Adoptee Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Hollee A. McGinnis, a Korean adoptee, educator, scholar, and healer with nearly 30 years of experience in adoption and child welfare. Hollee’s work focuses on amplifying adoptee perspectives, advocating for socially just child welfare policies, and supporting individuals raised in alternative care—i

How To Cultivate Unshakable Self-Love As An Adoptee

Feb 09 2025 67 mins  
In this episode, we dive deep into the journey of self-love from the unique perspective of Korean adoptees. Self-love isn’t just about bubble baths and positive affirmations—it’s about creating safety, trust, and embodiment. Join us as we share our personal experiences and practical tips for cultivating a deep and unconditional love for ourselves. What you can expect to hear

From Adoption to Advocacy: Leah Brighton’s Journey of Reconnection & Leadership

Feb 01 2025 56 mins  
In this episode of the Empowered Adoptee Podcast, we sit down with Leah Brighton, a Korean Canadian adoptee, passionate advocate, and the founder of the first adoptee-led organization in Canada. As the President of the Asian Adoptees of Canada, Leah has been instrumental in creating spaces where adoptees can connect, learn, and embrace their histories. Leah shares her personal adop

Breaking Boundaries: Rob 'Loebz' on His KAD Journey Through Hip Hop and B-Boy Culture

Jan 27 2025 60 mins  
In this episode, we sit down with Rob ‘Loebz,’ a talented Korean Canadian b-boy, to explore his inspiring journey through hip hop culture and dance. Rob shares his experiences growing up as a Korean adoptee (KAD) in Canada, navigating questions of identity, and finding a sense of belonging within the global b-boy and hip hop community. What you can expect from this episode: •

Kaleena Bliss: A KAD Following Her Culinary Passion From Pacific Northwest To Top Chef

Jan 20 2025 50 mins  
In this episode, Laurie and Claire are joined by Kaleena Bliss, a KAD who grew up in WA and is now living and working in Chicago as an executive chef. Kaleena shares her experiences navigating racism and identity challenges, how building relationships with other Asians helped to foster a sense of belonging and pride for her heritage, and the impact of adoption on her relationships

How Adoption Impacts our Relationships: Part Two

Jan 13 2025 63 mins  
After the incredible response to our first episode on how adoption impacts relationships, we’re diving even deeper into this important topic. In this heartfelt follow-up, Laurie and Claire explore the lasting effects of adoption on attachment styles, emotional intimacy, and relationship dynamics, sharing new insights from their personal journeys. We discuss how understanding thes

How To Manifest Anything You Want in 2025

Jan 06 2025 50 mins  
What are you bringing into 2025? When it comes to manifestation, how do we know we are doing it right? Join Laurie and Claire on their very first episode of season 2, kicking off a brand new year! This just might be the podcast episode that will help you transform your life, re-write your narrative, and manifest that thing you have always wanted in your life. Laurie and Claire get

Highlights From Our Guests in 2024

Dec 23 2024 46 mins  
In this final podcast episode of this Season 1, Laurie and Claire reflect and highlight some of our guests over the year. Join us while we share some of the messages, lessons, and special moments from our beloved guests that we have treasured and taken to heart. Freeing Your Voice: A Journey with Phoenix Song, Trans Korean Adoptee and Sound Healer (Episode 32) Phoenix Song is a que