
Behind the Curtain: Honest Conversations about Foster Care and Adoption
Each episode will feature a conversation between host Rebecca Harvin and foster/adoptive caregivers or members of the community who support foster care and adoption.
Episodes
17 episodes
Rebecca Unedited: Motherhood Unfiltered
Welcome back to season two where we dive into the complicated reality of Mother's Day for foster and adoptive moms, exploring how joy and grief often coexist in our parenting journey. I share my personal struggles with balancing celebration, co...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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25:18

Rebecca Unedited: Unknotting Our Stories
Vulnerability and authenticity are explored through personal experiences of motherhood, therapy, and relationships. By unpacking the burdensome narratives around love and acceptance, the episode inspires listeners to reflect on their own storie...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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37:06

Empowering Change: Child Advocacy, Foster Care, and Finding Your Voice with Olivia Smith
This episode focuses on the vital role of advocacy in supporting children, particularly in foster care and educational systems. We touch on personal experiences, the importance of knowledge about rights and relationships, and strategies for eff...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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58:39

Journeying Through Family Dynamics and Resilience
The episode delves into the transformative journey of foster care and adoption, highlighting the emotional complexities and realities faced by families involved. Megan Hampton-Pusey shares her experiences as a foster mother, addressing the impo...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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56:09

Finding Joy in the Everyday of Adoption
Our conversation today dives deep into the joys of foster care and adoption, sharing heartfelt stories of connection and triumph amidst the challenges. We explore the significant moments that define our experiences as foster parents, offer prac...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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40:37

Nurturing Connections: Trust-Based Relational Intervention in Adoption and Foster Care with Jennifer Lake
This episode highlights the transformative impact of Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) on families navigating foster care and adoption. By understanding emotional needs behind behaviors, caregivers can build stronger connections and fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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56:12
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Rebecca Unedited: Answering Questions from Our Listeners
Rebecca and Courtney answer questions submitted by listeners. This episode is off the cuff, unedited and offers an unfiltered view as Rebecca answers those questions. We discuss various aspects of adoption, including timelines, processes for do...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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57:21

Stepping Out of Comfort Zones: Sarah Graves on Therapy, Foster Care, and Building Supportive Communities
Through a conversation between Rebecca Harvin and Sarah Graves, listeners explore the essential support needed in foster and adoptive families’ journeys. The episode stresses the importance of vulnerability, empathy, and community involvement t...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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56:04

Answering the Call
Lori Serber's journey into foster care is a testament to the power of calling and the evolution of family dynamics. Lori had always felt drawn to fostering, though her husband Larry needed time to embrace the idea. Eventually, their family of f...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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57:47

Trials and Triumphs of Fostering the Whole Family
What does it mean to truly support a birth family while fostering? In this episode, we uncover the complexities with the insightful Jordan Whitmarsh, whose journey from teen mom to foster parent offers a fresh perspective on empathy and communi...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:03:23

Balancing Hopes and Realities in Adoption
On this episode we'll share personal insights on maintaining the delicate balance between accepting our children for who they are and the natural urge to shape their world.The heart of our discussion lies in the emotional tug-of-war bet...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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41:32

Forging Lifelong Bonds: Navigating Foster Care and Adoption Through Friendship with Danielle Browning
How does a missed meeting at Starbucks transform into a lifelong friendship that helps navigate the challenges of foster care and adoption? Join us as Danielle Browning and I share the story of our unique bond, forged through shared experiences...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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57:35

Building Bridges in Foster Care
Embark on an unexpected journey with Ted Stackpole, a pastor who, alongside his wife Angie, opened their hearts and home to foster care and adoption, transforming their lives and those of the many children they've welcomed. Initially hesitant, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:06:04

Navigating Parenthood and Partnership Together
Imagine embarking on a journey that fundamentally reshapes your notion of family. That's what my husband, Brad Harvin, and I, Rebecca Harvin, experienced when we decided to embrace foster care and adoption. Through raw and heartfelt exchanges, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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52:40

Empowering Voices: Navigating the Complex Emotions of Birth Kids in Foster Care
What happens when a birth kid grows up in a foster and adoptive family and becomes an advocate for others in similar situations? Daniela Coates, a licensed social worker, adoptive mother, and foster parent, shares her personal and professional ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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59:34
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Surrendering to the Journey: Faith and Foster Care with Danae Bunso
How do you find the strength to open your heart and home to children in need? Danae Bunso, the Florida State Director for Isaiah 117 House in Duval County, joins us to share her and her husband Carl's incredible journey of fostering and adoptin...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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43:14

Embracing Imperfection: A Journey Through Motherhood, Foster Care, and Adoption with Tanya Hardaker
What happens when the pursuit of perfection meets the messy reality of motherhood and adoption? Join us for an intimate conversation with Tanya Hardaker, who opens up about her journey through foster care, adoption, and self-discovery. Tanya's ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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58:55
