The Anna Jinja Show
The Anna Jinja show focuses on the stories, issues, and questions connected to adoption and foster care experiences.
The host is an international adoptee with biological roots in Korea and adopted roots in the United States. As you can imagine, her journey and experiences as a transracial adoptee are multifaceted. Her experiences have been with the pain of discrimination and rejection as well as the joys of self-discovery and learning to embrace all aspects of her identity.
Along the way, she has discovered that she is not alone. We’re all – in some ways – adopted into or out of homes, cultures, communities, and relationships as we grow and evolve. This show illuminates the theme of adoption, in all ways, in our lives. And how those experiences create who we are and who we are yet to be.
Her hope is that through engaging with the guests and creative content, we are welcomed home in this world, cradled in the belief that we belong, that we are worthy, and that we are loved.
So stay tuned, and you may discover your own adoption story.
The Anna Jinja Show
Cat Powell-Hoffman & Colin Cameron
In this episode of the Anna Jinja Show, we delve into the emotional depths of identity, loss, and discovery through the lens of the song "Skylight" by Pinegrove. This week, we are joined by Cat Powell-Hoffmann, a published fine artist, writer, and Moth Mainstage storyteller, who shares her powerful story of learning about her parents' death via email—a revelation that profoundly shaped her identity as an adoptee.
Cat’s narrative explores not just the pain of loss, but also the complexities of navigating her roots and understanding her place in the world as someone who was adopted. As we discuss the poignant lyrics of "Skylight," we reflect on how they resonate with her journey, emphasizing themes of self-discovery and the emotional impact of unexpected revelations.
Guest Links:
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/adoption-korea-parents-dead-email_n_64f906c4e4b02eee30c3b095
https://themoth.org/stories/family-ties