
Beauty For Ashes
Beauty For Ashes is a heartfelt podcast that dives deep into the world of fostercare and adoption. Join us as we share our personal journeys of becoming foster parents, explore how to know if it's the right path for you, and discuss the importance of loving and supporting biological families. Through candid conversations, we also bring in insights from caseworkers, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of the foster care system. Whether you're considering fostering, have already walked the path, or simply want to learn more, our stories will inspire, educate, and connect you to this life-changing experience.
Podcasting since 2025 • 8 episodes
Beauty For Ashes
Latest Episodes
Angel’s Journey: From County Casework to Empowering Moms in Crisis
Meet Angel—a passionate social worker whose career has taken her from the front lines of county child welfare to a private foster care agency, and now into a new role supporting moms facing unexpected pregnancies. In this heartfelt conversation...
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You Got a Placement… Now What?
You just got the call — a child is on the way. Whether it's your first placement or your fifth, those first few hours and days can feel overwhelming. You Got a Placement… Now What? is a podcast created for foster families who want to m...
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Foster Care Myth Busters: Breaking Down the Myths That Hurt Kids and Families Episode Description:
In this powerful episode, we tackle the damaging myths that surround foster care—myths that don’t just misinform the public but actively harm children, families, and caregivers. From the idea that kids in care are “bad” to misconceptions about ...
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41:26

Fostering Through Faith: DHR vs. Private Agency
Welcome Back to Beauty for Ashes This week, we're diving into an important topic—the difference between fostering through DHR (Department of Human Resources) and fostering through a private agency. We'll share ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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47:05

Fostered by Faith: Finding Purpose in Fatherhood
In this powerful episode, Phillip Fuller and Matt Lanier share their personal journeys into fatherhood — how their hearts softened to the idea of fostering, how they found their place, and why a father’s presence is so vital in a child’s life. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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