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The Fawcett ReportBeing Adopted, Being Seen, and Owning Who You Are w/ Broadway Star Jenny MolletI’ve known Jenny Mollet since she was a teenager, long before Broadway credits and standing ovations. Watching her grow into the woman and artist she is today has been one of the quiet joys of my life.In this episode, Jenny and I talk about what it means to grow up adopted, transracially, and in the public eye. We talk about identity, belonging, and the moments when the world makes assumptions about who you’re allowed to be. Jenny shares her journey from being adopted as a newborn to becoming a Broadway performer, and how her adop...
2026-03-0240 minThe Fawcett ReportPurpose-Driven Storytelling w/ Caitlin KeatingIn this episode of The Fawcett Report, I talk with Emmy-nominated journalist and filmmaker Caitlin Keating, the force behind the award-winning Netflix documentary Take Care of Maya. Caitlin opens up about what drives her to tell difficult stories with depth, honesty, and purpose. From her years at People magazine to her current work on documentary films in Wise Fool Films, Caitlin shares how empathy, advocacy, and a sense of justice fuel her storytelling. If you’ve ever wondered how to use your voice to create change (or how to keep showing up when the stories you tell are heavy), th...
2026-02-2335 minThe Fawcett ReportThe Art Cure w/ Bridgette MayerWhen I say this conversation floored me, I mean it.Bridgette Mayer is one of the most respected gallery owners and curators in the country, but what you might not know is where she started. In today’s episode, Bridgette shares her story of growing up in and out of foster care, surviving trauma no child should ever face, and finding a lifeline in the most unexpected place: art. We talk about how she found her voice, how she learned to advocate for herself (and later, for artists), and how she built her own gallery from nothing. Thi...
2026-02-1640 minThe Fawcett ReportRERELEASE: I tried to be perfect. Then I tried to have kids.In light of all of the new listeners to The Fawcett Report (thank you!), we decided to rerelease the first episode as a way of reintroduction. More episodes are coming soon, so stay tuned and be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. I’m Becky Fawcett — mom by adoption, infertility warrior, advocate, and a woman who stopped trying to be perfect a long time ago. In this first episode, I’m sharing the story that changed everything: my years of struggling with infertility, the heartbreak of miscarriage, five rounds of IVF, and the fear th...
2026-01-2629 minThe Fawcett ReportRERELEASE: Infertility, IVF & What I Wish Someone Had Told Me w/ Jaime KnopmanThis week we are celebrating the book launch of one of our previous guests with the rerelease of her episode. Do yourself or a friend a favor and pick up "Own Your Fertility" co-authored by the incredible Dr. Jaime Knopman. It is available now on Amazon and Barnes and Noble and I cannot recommend it enough. About the Episode: In this raw and deeply personal episode, I sit down with my friend Dr. Jaime Knopman—reproductive endocrinologist and fierce truth-teller in the world of infertility and IVF. We talk about the pain of fail...
2026-01-2051 minThe Fawcett ReportThe Best Therapy I Never Knew I Needed w/ Paige GrimaldiWhen I met Paige, I had no idea how much her story would impact me, and so many others. In this episode, I sit down with Paige Grimaldi, a board member of Helpusadopt.org, a runner, a visual merchandiser at Skirt, and a birth mother. She shares what it felt like to be a scared college student facing an unplanned pregnancy, and how placing her child for adoption changed her life. We talk about her emotional healing journey, the power of community, and how she’s using her story to shatter birth mother stigma and build bridges. Thi...
2026-01-1238 min
Mostly FictionalEp. 140: Pam's Not Clowning Around With Her Reads 🤡Plus, we introduce a new segment to the podcast!Books mentioned, in order: Five Little Indians by Michelle GoodThe Afterlife Project by Tim WeedOf Monsters and Mainframes by Barbara TrueloveDracula by Bram StokerGideon the Ninth by Tamsyn MuirThe Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas AdamsMurderbot series by Martha WellsThe Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky ChambersEmily Wilde’s Compendium of Lost Tales by Heather FawcettThe Art and Science of Arrival by Tanya LapointeStory...
2026-01-0752 minThe Fawcett ReportWhat If It Fails? Why I Did It AnywayWelcome back to The Fawcett Report. This episode is a personal one. I want to talk about failure, not the kind we hide behind closed doors, but the kind that plays out in front of everyone. The kind that feels like the ground is crumbling beneath you and there’s no way to catch your breath. I’ve been there. I’ve lived through the heartbreak of infertility, three miscarriages, and the unbearable moment I had to send an email to 250 people telling them I lost a baby at 16 weeks. That’s not just failure. That’s public, gut-wrenching grief. But...
2026-01-0516 minMostly FictionalEp. 139: Our 2025 Reading Wrap Up + 2026 Reading Goals!Pam gets SMART with her goals, Hallie makes puns, and we reveal the books we namedropped the most on the pod this year. Books mentioned in order:Bookshops and Bonedust by Travis BaldreeLeech by Hiron EnnesOf Monsters and Mainframes by Barbara TrueloveMen at Arms by Terry PratchettThe Brothers Karamazov by Fyodor DostoevskyThe Afterlife Project by Tim WeedCrash by Lisa McMannA Gathering of Shadows by VE SchwabThese Truths: A History of the United States by Jill LeporeThe Luminaries by Eleanor C...
2025-12-2457 minThe Fawcett ReportA Story of Style, Strength & Starting Over w/ Pamela MurphySome stories stay with you, not because they’re perfect, but because they’re real.In this episode, I sit down with my friend Pamela Murphy. You may know her as a tastemaker, a traveler, a businesswoman, but what you might not know is the story behind how she became a mother. After a breast cancer diagnosis changed everything, Pamela found her path to motherhood through adoption. She shares how she navigated grief, waiting, and ultimately, the joy of becoming a mom in a way she never expected. We also talk about her new venture, Wandrist Travel, and...
2025-12-2235 minThe Fawcett ReportWhat Does Adoption Look Like? Breaking Stereotypes w/ Jonah NighIn this episode of The Fawcett Report, I sit down with my new friend Jonah Nigh, adoptee, fundraising executive, and powerful comedian, to talk about what adoption really looks like. Jonah shares his experience growing up Asian in a white family and the painful assumptions people made about his story. We dig into the ignorance, the stereotypes, and the moments that leave a lasting mark, like being told “you don’t look adopted.” Also, I share my own experience as an adoptive parent, including the summer camp moment that reminded me just how much work we still have to do. Th...
2025-12-1540 minThe Fawcett ReportBeauty, Style & Motherhood w/ Nat GeeIn this episode of The Fawcett Report, I sit down with Natalie Gee, co-founder of Gee Beauty, mom of three, and a bold, beautiful voice in the world of modern motherhood.We talk about what it means to create a family when the traditional path doesn’t work, queer motherhood, infertility, identity, and all the judgments that come when you don’t look like everyone else. Natalie shares her personal story of coming out at 35, navigating motherhood with her wife Rachel, and finding deep purpose in sharing her truth online. We talk about what not to say to a...
2025-12-0841 min
Your Bookstore BestiesEp. 115 | Picking Books for Each Other & the Last Podcast of 2025!Rachele and Becky end the year with choosing the books for the seventh rendition of the Besties Reading Challenge, and discussing their plans for the rest of December!All the books we mentioned:Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather FawcettTwo Can Play by Ali HazelwoodBride by Ali HazelwoodThe Knight and the Moth by Rachel GilligProject Hail Mary by Andy WeirSociopath by Patric GagneThe Wager by David GrannMurder at the Lobstah Sh...
2025-12-0542 minThe Fawcett ReportA Candid Conversation with Spiritual Medium Erika GabrielWhat if your inner voice isn't just a hunch — but a real, reliable guide?In this episode of The Fawcett Report, I sit down with spiritual medium and guide Erika Gabriel to talk about the power of intuition, signs from spirit, and what it means to truly trust yourself. Erika is the real deal — compassionate, grounded, and full of wisdom you can actually use in your daily life. Whether you're navigating grief, making a big life decision, or just trying to figure out what’s next, this conversation is your permission slip to start listening to your own vo...
2025-12-0143 minThe Fawcett ReportIn Recovery from Perfectionism w/ Keren EldadIf you’ve ever felt trapped by perfectionism, burnout, or the constant need to prove your worth, this episode is for you. Keren doesn’t just talk about success, she redefines it. As a globally recognized executive coach and author of GILDED, she’s here to challenge everything you think you need to be happy. We talk about what it means to step off the achievement treadmill, how to know when you’re chasing the wrong goals, and why “playing to win” isn’t the same as “playing to please.” If you’re ambitious, exhausted, and secretly wondering, Is this it?This convers...
2025-11-2437 min
Fostering ChangeBreaking Barriers: Becky Fawcett on Making Adoption Accessible - Fostering Change PodcastAs Fostering Change continues our celebration of National Adoption Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the voices reshaping what adoption looks like in America—and making it more equitable, inclusive, and accessible for all families.This week, host Rob Scheer sits down with Becky Fawcett, founder of Helpusadopt.org, a national nonprofit adoption grant program helping thousands of families overcome the financial barriers to adoption. What began in Becky’s New York City apartment in 2007 has grown into a multimillion-dollar organization that has transformed countless lives—and this month, Helpusadopt.org celebrates its 18th anniversary.Becky’...
2025-11-1826 minYour Bookstore BestiesEp. 111 | Recommending Books We've Never Heard of!Rachele and Becky discuss their recent travels and book adventures! Then they play a game for bragging rights where they recommend books to each other that we've (hopefully) never heard of!All the books we mentioned:The Monk and the Robot by Becky ChambersThe Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth WareSkyBlue by M. P. HalladayThe Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca SklootYou Want to Be on Top? A Memoir of Makeovers, Manipulation, and Not Becoming America's Next Top Model by...
2025-10-1040 min
Reading GlassesEp 429 - Aging Up Your Book Taste + Becky Spratford!Brea and Mallory talk about how to age up your reading tastes from YA to adult (and if you should bother!). Plus, they have Becky Spratford on to discuss her new book WHY I LOVE HORROR, and they recommend fantasy books with NO spice. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreSponsors -ZocDocwww.zocdoc.com/GLASSESGreenChefwww.greenchef.com/50GLASSESCODE: 50GLASSESLinks -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads...
2025-09-181h 09Mostly FictionalEp. 125: A Wikipedia Page of an EpisodeHallie, a silly goose, is reading two physical books, and Pam finally conquered a classic.Books mentioned, in order:Death du Jour by Kathy ReichsWhirlaway by Poe Ballantine100 Years of Solitude by Gabriel Garcia MarquezLove in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia MarquezLooking for a Alaska by John GreenThe General in His Labyrinth by Gabriel Garcia MarquezAssassin of Reality by Marina Dyachenko, Sergey Dyachenko with Julia Meitov HerseySchool of Shards by Marina Dyachenko, Sergey Dyachenko with Julia Meitov HerseyA Closed and...
2025-09-1035 minMostly FictionalEp. 119: Our Reading is Soiled!Hallie found a book at a farmer's market, and Pam continues her year of series.Books mentioned, in order:The Luminaries by Eleanor CattonBirnam Wood by Eleanor CattonThe Rehearsal by Eleanor CattonSunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne CollinsThe Hunger Games by Suzanne CollinsTwilight series by Stephenie MeyerMidnight Sun by Stephenie MeyerSour Cherry by Natalia TheodoridouEmily Wilde’s Map of the Otherlands by Heather FawcettEmily Wilde’s Encyclopedia of Faeries by Heather FawcettGood Morning Midnight by Lily Brooks-Dalton
2025-07-3051 minThe Fawcett ReportFame, Family, and Finding Her Voice w/ Jenna UshkowitzIn this episode of The Fawcett Report, I talk with actor, producer, and advocate Jenna Ushkowitz—best known for her role on Glee—about adoption, identity, and motherhood. Jenna shares her story of being adopted from South Korea and raised in New York, how that shaped her sense of self, and how she uses her platform to bring visibility to adoptee voices through her work with Kindred + Co.We talk about the transition from fame to advocacy, how representation in media affects real lives, and why storytelling matters—especially when it’s messy and real. Jenna’s honesty wi...
2025-07-1043 minThe Fawcett ReportHonoring Birth Mothers: A Story from the Closed Adoption Era w/ Bridget GordinierBridget Gordinier’s story isn’t easy—but it’s one we all need to hear.In this episode of The Fawcett Report, I talk with Bridget, a birth mother from the closed era of adoption who has lived in silence for far too long. Her experience of being forced to place her child without dignity, respect, or any real choice is heartbreaking—and unfortunately, not rare. We met 17 years ago through HelpUsAdopt.org, and since then, I’ve been honored to call her a friend and to help share her story. We talk about what e...
2025-07-0337 minThe Fawcett ReportSingle Motherhood, Adoption & Entrepreneurship w/ Jackie CohenJackie Cohen is the definition of doing life on your own terms — and in this episode, we talk about all of it: motherhood, entrepreneurship, infertility, adoption, and building a life you love. Jackie is a single mom by choice, a jewelry entrepreneur, and a woman who turned “someday” into now.She shares what it really felt like to start the adoption process at 40, how she kept showing up even when things were uncertain, and what she’s learned about parenting without a rulebook. This is a conversation about love, resilience, and the beautiful mess of creating a family a...
2025-06-2645 min
The Adoption Roadmap PodcastEp. #100: Our 100th Episode!In this episode of the Adoption Roadmap Podcast, Rebecca Gruenspan reflects on the journey of the podcast through 100 episodes, highlighting key themes and insights from various guests. The conversation covers the complexities of adoption, including the importance of community support, financial planning, cultural identity, and the roles of birth parents. Rebecca emphasizes the emotional aspects of adoption, including joy and grief, and the need for open communication and understanding in the adoption process. The episode serves as a comprehensive recap of the valuable lessons learned throughout the podcast's journey.Important LinksDr...
2025-06-201h 08The Fawcett ReportJournalism, Motherhood, and Grit w/ Natalie MoralesThis one is extra special. I’m sitting down with my friend Natalie Morales (yes, that Natalie Morales) award-winning journalist, CBS News correspondent, 48 Hours contributor, and one of the most genuine people I know.We go way back, all the way to when helpusadopt.org was a kitchen-table dream, and Natalie was the first person to take a chance on telling our story. Today, we’re turning the tables, and I’m the one asking her the questions. We talk about the real story behind her career — not the LinkedIn version, but the messy, brave, relentless reality of build...
2025-06-1943 minThe Fawcett ReportLoving Your Work is a Non-Negotiable w/ Ashleigh BergmanIn this episode of The Fawcett Report, I sit down with my friend Ashleigh Bergman — mom, entrepreneur, and the creative mind behind Milestones by AB. We talk about what it really takes to build a career you love, not the perfect, filtered version you see online, but the real, messy, figure-it-out-as-you-go kind of journey. Ashleigh shares how she went from working the floors at Fred Segal to becoming a top jewelry buyer at Anthropologie, and eventually launching her own business — one that brings together passion, purpose, and a whole lot of heart. We get honest about what it’s like t...
2025-06-1241 minThe Fawcett ReportMotherhood, Style & Second Acts w/ Meeghan MullinThis week’s episode of the Fawcett Report Podcast is all about fashion, motherhood, reinvention—and everything in between. My longtime friend and guest, Meeghan Mullin, joins me for a no-filter conversation about what happens when you take a leap, what it’s like to grieve while showing up online, and why getting dressed can be a powerful act of self-expression. We talk about denim addictions, Chanel flats, why being a working mom still comes with stigma, and what it means to rebuild your identity after life throws you a curveball. If you’ve ever felt stuck, this one’s for you...
2025-06-0549 minThe Fawcett ReportInfertility, IVF & What I Wish Someone Had Told Me w/ Jaime KnopmanIn this raw and deeply personal episode, I sit down with my friend Dr. Jaime Knopman—reproductive endocrinologist and fierce truth-teller in the world of infertility and IVF. We talk about the pain of failed cycles, the grief no one prepares you for, and how too many people exit fertility treatment with nothing but heartbreak and empty arms. I share my own story—five rounds of IVF, three miscarriages, and a life-changing pivot to adoption.This isn’t about promoting one path over another—it’s about being honest. It’s about saying what too many are afraid to sa...
2025-05-2951 minThe Fawcett ReportWhat are you waiting for? The push I didn’t know I needed w/ Jack MagedI didn’t know one coffee meeting would change the course of my life—but it did. In this episode, I sat down with my longtime friend and powerhouse strategist Jack Maged, the man who looked me in the eye nearly two decades ago and asked, “What are you waiting for?” That question lit a fire that brought helpusadopt.org out my head and into reality. We talk about what it really means to get unstuck, why women (myself included) are taught to downplay their strengths, and how trusting yourself can change everything. Jack doesn’t sugarcoat; he gives yo...
2025-05-2248 min
Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveAdvocating, Fiercely With Becky Fawcett"Other people's opinions of us are none of our business." Winston Churchill. I love that quote. For me it's about doing what feels authentic to me. Being me. Doing me. I could never have imagined that the starting point for our conversation - stigma - was going to empower my advocacy. Make me bolder. Listen in and see where this episode takes you. About Becky's last interview...Following failed and miscarriages Becky and her husband Kip adopted 2 girls who are now thriving teenagers. Listen in as Becky shares what she's learned - and continues to l...
2025-05-1447 minThe Fawcett ReportI Tried to Be Perfect. Then I Tried to Have Kids.Welcome to The Fawcett Report. I’m Becky Fawcett — mom by adoption, infertility warrior, advocate, and a woman who stopped trying to be perfect a long time ago. In this first episode, I’m sharing the story that changed everything: my years of struggling with infertility, the heartbreak of miscarriage, five rounds of IVF, and the fear that came with choosing adoption. I open up about the silence, the shame, and how I found power in telling the truth — even when people didn’t want to hear it. This isn’t your typical podcast intro. It’s raw, real, and from the h...
2025-05-0823 minThe Fawcett ReportWelcome to The Fawcett ReportThe Fawcett Report is a podcast covering all things fashion, lifestyle, motherhood, NYC living, advocacy, purpose, and - of course, Becky's favorite topic ever - adoption. All roads lead to HelpUsAdopt.org. We hope you'll subscribe and join her on this podcasting journey.Connect with The Fawcett Report Instagram l Facebook l TikTok l LinkedIn l YouTube Follow Helpusadopt.org Website l Instagram l Facebook Connect with Becky Instagram
2025-05-0602 min
Behind the Scenes with Noëlle: #1 podcast exploring how Moms juggle motherhood, build businesses and rediscover their next act.Meet Becky Fawcett / Founder of Helpusadopt.orgNYC based Becky Fawcett has a special connection to the Main Line (location from where I record) because she is from here. While Becky and I have several mutual friends and connections, it was my pleasure to have the opportunity to chat with Becky about building Helpusadopt.org. Helpusadopt.org, founded in 2007, is a national 501(c)(3) adoption grant program. Helpusadopt.org was founded by Becky and Kipp Fawcett as a response to their own personal adoption experience in an effort to make adoption more feasible for all families. Since 2007, Becky has been using her voice to...
2025-03-2750 min
The Incomparable MothershipGoodnight Moon DragonsBook Club travels to the far future for the sci-fi/fantasy mash-up “Moonbound” by Robin Sloan. Here be dragons! Not to mention wyrd multidimensional witches at the bottom of a pool, Arthurian proto-heroes, friendly sentient robot hive minds, and plucky talking beavers!
Book Club: "Moonbound"
Jason Snell with Aleen Simms, Erika Ensign, Scott McNulty, Joe Rosensteel and Heather Berberet
Referenced Works
Moonbound
[Amazon] [Apple]
Show Notes & Links
What are we reading?
Scott:
Grim Reaper’s Guide to Catching a Killer by Maxie Dara
Future’s Edge b...
2025-03-121h 10Book Club (from The Incomparable Mothership)Goodnight Moon Dragons (The Incomparable Mothership 757)
Book Club travels to the far future for the sci-fi/fantasy mash-up “Moonbound” by Robin Sloan. Here be dragons! Not to mention wyrd multidimensional witches at the bottom of a pool, Arthurian proto-heroes, friendly sentient robot hive minds, and plucky talking beavers!
Host Jason Snell with Aleen Simms, Erika Ensign, Scott McNulty, Joe Rosensteel and Heather Berberet
Referenced Works
Show Notes & Links
What are we reading?
Scott:
Grim Reaper’s Guide to Catching a Killer by Maxie Dara
Future’s Edge by Gareth L. Powell
Aleen:
Emily Wi...
2025-03-121h 10
The Adoption Roadmap PodcastEp. #67: The Price of Parenthood: Why Adoption Costs So Damn Much with Becky FawcettIn this episode of the Adoption Roadmap podcast, Rebecca Gruenspan and Becky Fawcett, Founder of HelpUsAdopt and an Adoptive mom, dive into the complexities of adoption, tackling financial barriers, adoption myths, and systemic challenges. They debunk the "saving a child" narrative, highlight the need for open adoption, and discuss how HelpUsAdopt.org is making adoption more accessible. Becky shares her personal journey, the impact of adoption grants, and her advocacy through Faces of Adoption and 30 Seconds with Becky Fawcett. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the adoption process.Important Links...
2025-02-261h 33Your Bookstore BestiesEp. 96 | Rachele's EXCITING Reading Updates!Rachele gives the Besties a VERY unexpected reading update...what could it possibly be?!
The Boyfriend - Freida McFadden
Sharp Objects - Gillian Flynn
The Trap - Catherine Howard Ryan
The Wild Robot - Peter Brown
Beach Read - Emily Henry
First Lie Wins - Ashley Elston
Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries - Heather Fawcett
Beautiful Ugly - Alice Feeney
Psalm for the Wild Built - Becky Chambers
Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes - Suzanne Collins
2025-01-3130 min
Moving Forward with Mia and JuliaEpisode 1: Becky Fawcett of Helpusadopt.org on Grief & InfertilityBecky Fawcett candidly shares her story about grief and infertility, and how it lead her to adopt her two daughters and found Helpusadopt.org. She shares her personal journey and even advises what to do (and what not to do) when you know someone who is grieving. Becky's story is important to start a conversation about something so many are silent about.
Disclaimer: There is a tiny bit of profanity in this episode. We want our guests to be authentic and grief is a difficult topic to talk about sometimes without using this language.
2025-01-311h 09
Marriage Kids and Money: Personal Finance for FamiliesElection Results Are In - Should I Change My Investment Strategy?The election is over! There is a lot of talk about how the results will impact the stock market. Should you change your investment strategy now that Trump has won the presidency again?Second, we’re back with our Be The Change segment.This month, we’re featuring Help Us Adopt, a national non-profit financial grant program that awards grants up to $30,000 to help couples and individuals (regardless of ethnicity, gender, marital status, race, or sexual orientation) with the cost of their adoptions.Founder Becky Fawcett is here to introduce the organization, and we’re...
2024-11-1137 min
See The MiracleHonoring Birth Parents: Challenging Societal Judgments with Becky FawcettBecky Fawcett shares her adoption journey and the inspiration behind HelpUsAdopt.org, a national adoption grant program. She discusses the challenges of infertility and the decision to pursue adoption. Becky emphasizes the importance of open adoptions and the need to eliminate discrimination in the adoption process. She also highlights the significance of sharing her story with her daughters and the impact it has had on their understanding of motherhood and family. Becky and Brady discuss the importance of supporting birth parents and challenging societal judgments. They both share personal stories that demonstrate the power of openness and connection in...
2024-09-2542 min
The Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting StoriesLGBTQIA Adoption: How to Afford $50K in CostsIn the second episode of the series, "Nicole and Shannon Want a Baby, or Do They?," Jaimie, Nicole, and Shannon sit down with Becky Fawcett, founder of HelpUsAdopt.org, a nonprofit offering financial grants to help families cover adoption costs. Becky shares her personal adoption journey, the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ families, and the vital role of both financial and emotional support. They discuss the costs of adoption, foster-to-adopt options, and the collaboration between adoption and fertility communities—all with a focus on inclusivity and making parenthood accessible to all.Join us in the weeks to co...
2024-09-2349 minThe Queer Family Podcast – LGBTQ Families & Queer Parenting StoriesLGBTQIA Adoption: How to Afford $50K in CostsIn the second episode of the series, "Nicole and Shannon Want a Baby, or Do They?," Jaimie, Nicole, and Shannon sit down with Becky Fawcett, founder of HelpUsAdopt.org, a nonprofit offering financial grants to help families cover adoption costs. Becky shares her personal adoption journey, the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ families, and the vital role of both financial and emotional support. They discuss the costs of adoption, foster-to-adopt options, and the collaboration between adoption and fertility communities—all with a focus on inclusivity and making parenthood accessible to all.Join us in the weeks to co...
2024-09-2349 min
Your Pathways To WealthBecky Fawcett: Building and Growing Help Us AdoptBecky Fawcett, founder of Help Us Adopt, shares her journey of starting a nonprofit organization that provides financial assistance to families to help with the cost of adoption. She discusses the challenges she faced in her own adoption journey and how it inspired her to help others. Becky highlights the importance of family equality and the need for larger adoption grants to truly solve the financial barriers. She also talks about the changing landscape of adoption, including the impact of social media and the effects of COVID-19 and war on international adoptions. Becky emphasizes the significance of open adoptions...
2024-08-0236 min
Your Pathways To WealthBecky Fawcett: Building and Growing Help Us AdoptBecky Fawcett, founder of Help Us Adopt, shares her journey of starting a nonprofit organization that provides financial assistance to families to help with the cost of adoption. She discusses the challenges she faced in her own adoption journey and how it inspired her to help others. Becky highlights the importance of family equality and the need for larger adoption grants to truly solve the financial barriers. She also talks about the changing landscape of adoption, including the impact of social media and the effects of COVID-19 and war on international adoptions. Becky emphasizes the significance of open adoptions...
2024-08-0236 min
SOS Library18. Cozy Winter Slopes and Romantic Tropes with Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of FaeriesThis month on SOS Library we are trekking into the unexplored lands of cozy fantasy reads with Emily Wilde's Encyclopedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett. Was the romance and magical elements a hit or miss for us? Listen to find out! Plus, a discussion on our favorite romance tropes, trends in the current reading zeitgeist, and of course our round up for our best and worst reads.
Book Club Book of the Month:
Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries - Heather Fawcett
Next Book Club Book:
Natural Beauty - Ling Ling Huang
2024-06-121h 12
Philadelphia Community PodcastWhat's Going On: Better Gun Violence Reporting, Help Us AdoptI adopted by son Christopher in 1992 and I can’t begin to tell you how wonderful it’s been being an adoptive mom. I was able to manage the extensive costs but there are countless potential parents who simply can’t afford adoption. We’ll tell you about wonderful nonprofit called Help us Adopt. First HelpUsAdopt.org, founded in 2007, is a national 501(c)(3) adoption grant program. HelpUsAdopt.org was founded by Becky and Kipp Fawcett as a response to their own personal adoption experience. I speak to Rebecca Snyder Fawcett about the organization that’s made adoption more feasible for all familie...
2024-06-0729 minSOS Library17. Parsing Our Negative Thoughts with To Kill A Kingdom and The Annoying TagCome abroad to sail across the Hundred Kingdoms with "To Kill A Kingdom" by Alexandra Christo and her epic fantasy story! Our metaphorical ship also dock at a couple of other stops which includes tackling The Annoying Bookish Tag to discuss our bookish pet peeves as well as our usual highs and low reads for the month. We can't wait for you to dive in with us!
Original Annoying Bookish Tag: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FeyjxlKKeoE&ab_channel=BooksI%27mNotReading
Book Club Book of the Month:
To Kill A Kingdom - Alexandra Christo
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2024-05-291h 18
Voxelsi am sick of palworld discourseAnime without fanservice, Palworld discourse, cool murder mystery games, and books.Show Notes:Anime Follow Up:Watch Frieren: Beyond Journey's End - CrunchyrollPalworld:Palworld Is A Bummer That Millions Of People Are Enjoying - AftermathFour Hours In, 'Pokémon With Guns' Hasn't Given Me Any Guns - AftermathJubensha:The Murder Game Revolution That Has Gripped ChinaPTSD and Gaming Accessibility (Feat Arevya) - Access-AbilityLike A Dragon: Infinite Wealth:Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth review: thank goodness for Yakuza | Rock Paper ShotgunLove to hang out with my g...
2024-01-3053 min
Voxelsi am sick of palworld discourseAnime without fanservice, Palworld discourse, cool murder mystery games, and books.Show Notes:Anime Follow Up:Watch Frieren: Beyond Journey's End - CrunchyrollPalworld:Palworld Is A Bummer That Millions Of People Are Enjoying - AftermathFour Hours In, 'Pokémon With Guns' Hasn't Given Me Any Guns - AftermathJubensha:The Murder Game Revolution That Has Gripped ChinaPTSD and Gaming Accessibility (Feat Arevya) - Access-AbilityLike A Dragon: Infinite Wealth:Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth review: thank goodness for Yakuza | Rock Paper ShotgunLove to hang out with my g...
2024-01-3053 min
Chick ChatThe Adoption Journey: What People Need to KnowWith November being National Adoption Month, we’re thrilled to end the month chatting with a guest who knows this topic extremely well, Becky Fawcett. We talked about all things adoption with Becky in this episode. We discussed her personal adoption journey, the adoption process people need to know, costs, and much more.Who is Becky Fawcett?Becky Fawcett is the founder and president of Helpusadopt.org, an equality-based organization that seeks to reduce the financial burden of adoption. After graduating from Franklin & Marshall College, Becky had a successful career in the magazine industry, first fo...
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It's BizzyEpisode 384 with Becky Fawcett founder of Help Us Adopt.orgSend a textI have known Becky Fawcett and always admired her spirit and drive. She is an amazing woman with an incredible story. She is all about LOVE!!!! Becky and Kipp Fawcett founded HelpUsAdopt.org, in 2007, which is a national 501(c)(3) adoption grant program. HelpUsAdopt.org was founded by as a response to their own personal adoption experience to make adoption more feasible for all families. The organization is the only one of its kind in the United States that embodies all the following criteria:awards large, life-changing, and pro...
2023-10-1851 min
Who's Your Daddy PodcastHow to Adopt, Private Adoption Grants, and the Actual Costs (with Becky Faucet)This week we're interviewing Becky Fawcett from the organization Help Us Adopt. HelpUsAdopt.org was founded in an effort to make adoption more feasible for all families. We're so excited to have Becky on to discuss her adoption story, adoption stigma, and more.Where do we start? More information on adoption: https://www.helpusadopt.org/startingadoptionIn this episode we're answering the questions: How much does private adoption really cost? What help is out there to aid financially in the adoption process? What hurdles exist through adoption?Make sure to rate our podcast...
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cityCURRENT Radio ShowNashville Radio Show; Creating Forever Families: How Becky Fawcett is Pioneering Adoption Equality with HelpUsAdopt.orgHost Andrew Bartolotta has a heartwarming conversation with Becky Fawcett, the inspiring founder and president of HelpUsAdopt.org. Becky shares her personal adoption journey that sparked her mission to create an organization that not only alleviates the financial burden of adoption, but also promotes equality. Established in 2007, HelpUsAdopt.org provides large, life-changing grants to all types of families, breaking down barriers and making adoption more feasible.Learn about the substantial costs associated with adoption and how, through generous donor contributions, HelpUsAdopt.org has been able to award almost $6 million in grants since its inception.Discover...
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Thriving Adoptees - Let's ThriveHandling Tough Stuff With Adoptive Mom Becky FawcettHelpUsAdopt.org, founded in 2007, is a national 501(c)(3) adoption grant program. HelpUsAdopt.org was founded by Becky and Kipp Fawcett as a response to their own personal adoption experience - they have 2 daughters - in an effort to make adoption more feasible for all families. The organization is the only one of its kind in the United States that embodies all of the following criteria:awards large, life-changing and problem-solving grants up to $15,000supports all types of families (married couples, single parents and LGBT families)supports all types of adoptions (domestic, international, foster care)supports all types of religio...
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More to Love: An Adoption PodcastNavigating the Cost of AdoptionNavigating the cost of adoption can seem overwhelming, but there are several different ways for families to balance the scales. In this episode, Founder and President of HelpUsAdopt.org, Becky Fawcett, speaks to us about the hurdles she overcame when adopting, and why she decided to fund Help Us Adopt, a program that gives grants to families hoping to adopt.Helpusadopt.org is a national 501(c)(3) financial grant program that helps couples/individuals (regardless of ethnicity, gender, marital status, religion, or sexual orientation) with the cost of their adoptions by awarding grants up to $15,000.
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Infertile AF: Infertility and Modern Family Building through ARTBeckyBecky Fawcett is a mama of two via adoption, an #infertilitywarrior, a three time #miscarriage survivor and the founder of @helpusadopt — which gives grants to people who are building their families through adoption. It is an AMAZING org that you’ll hear about today, as Becky talks to Ali about her nine-year infertility journey -- and how she ultimately ended up with two amazing children through adoption. Ali and Becky have a no-bullshit convo about all things adoption, finding a birth mother, being on a different page from your partner, infertility, miscarriages, the ignorant things people say to adoptive parents, h...
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Friends With FertilityHow To Adopt with Becky Fawcett (@helpusadopt)In today’s Pretty Little Tribe Podcast episode, we are joined by Becky Fawcett, founder and president of Helpusadopt.org. When Becky’s IVF treatments didn’t work, she chose to adopt, but found the process to be more confusing and complex than she had originally thought. After successfully adopting her two children, Becky decided to create a non-profit organization to help others, not only with the cost of adoption, but with the resources and community that she wished she had during her own adoptions. Join us as Becky talks about the proces...
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Close to the Vest with Arthur EttingerThe Reality of Adoption - With Founder of Help Us Adopt - Becky Fawcett
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Fertility In Focus PodcastIVF to Adoption Success: Becky Fawcett’s Journey and Infertility SolutionsWelcome to another episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. Today, we have a special guest, Becky Fawcett, who shares her incredible journey from battling infertility through multiple rounds of IVF to finding her true calling in adoption. Becky, a former publicist with a background in magazines, advertising, and marketing, opens up about the emotional and financial struggles she faced. This episode sheds light on the importance of understanding all available options for building a family, including adoption, and highlights the work of HelpUsAdopt.org, a national adoption grant program Becky founded...
2021-04-2842 minFertility In Focus PodcastIVF to Adoption Success: Becky Fawcett’s Journey and Infertility SolutionsWelcome to another episode of the Fertility in Focus Podcast, hosted by Dr. Christina Burns. Today, we have a special guest, Becky Fawcett, who shares her incredible journey from battling infertility through multiple rounds of IVF to finding her true calling in adoption. Becky, a former publicist with a background in magazines, advertising, and marketing, opens up about the emotional and financial struggles she faced. This episode sheds light on the importance of understanding all available options for building a family, including adoption, and highlights the work of HelpUsAdopt.org, a national adoption grant program Becky founded...
2021-04-2842 min
Charity MattersEpisode 14: Building Families With Help Us AdoptBecky Fawcett, the founder of Help Us Adopt, and I caught up and had a fantastic conversation about what motivates her and her incredible mission to build families. Join us today for a fun conversation that will have you inspired and remind you that one person can make a difference!
2021-04-2856 min
lol lolpyn , brian and posada comment life in 2010Diane Downs
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Diane Downs
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Diane Downs in 1984
Born Elizabeth Diane Frederickson
August 7, 1955 (age 65)
Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
Occupation Postal worker
Criminal status Incarcerated; earliest possible release 2021
Spouse(s) Steve Downs
(m. 1973; div. 1980)
Children Christie Ann Hugi (b. 1974)
Cheryl Lynn Downs (1976-1983)
Stephen Daniel Hugi (b. 1979)
Jennifer (surrogate pregnancy; b. 1982)
Rebecca Babcock (born Amy Elizabeth; 1984)
Conviction(s) June 17, 1984; 36 years ago
Criminal charge • Murder
• Attempted murder
• Assault
Penalty Life plus 50 years
Details
State(s) Oregon
Elizabeth Diane Downs (née Frederickson; born August 7, 1955) is an American criminal who murdered her daughter...
2021-04-2630 min
MD for MomsMD for Moms (176) Becky FawcettAdoption Info with Becky Fawcett of Help Us Adopt on MD for Moms with host Dr Carly Snyder
2021-04-1558 min
Creating a Family: Talk about Adoption, Foster & Kinship CareAdopting Without DebtClick here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom.Host Dawn Davenport, Exec. Director of Creating a Family, the national infertility & adoption education and support nonprofit, interviews Becky Fawcett, Executive Director of Help Us Adopt; Julie Gumm, author of Adopt Without Debt: Creative Ways to Cover the Cost of Adoption; and Cherri Walrod, Director of Resources 4 Adoption.
Creating a Family has many free resources related to this topic on our website at www.CreatingaFamily.org.
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Queer Money®: How Gay People Do MoneyEp. 88 - Helping the LGBTQ Community Adopt❤️Get full show notes: https://debtfreeguys.com/help-us-adopt/ ❤️ Meet Becky Fawcett, founder of Help Us Adopt Becky Fawcett’s 12-year-old son jokes by asking, “How many babies did you have this year?” Becky answers, “I had a lot of babies this year,” to which he replies, “You look good.” Such is the life of the founder of Help Us Adopt. The Start of Help Us Adopt In 2017 alone, Becky and her organization, Help Us Adopt, gave grants that helped 38 families adopt 41 children. Founded in 2007, Help Us Adopt is the nation’s only non-discriminatory adoption grant program. The nonprofit helps individuals and couples—regardless o...
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No Limits with Rebecca JarvisNo Limits/So Money Crossover: Farnoosh TorabiFarnoosh Torabi is the host of the award winning podcast, So Money. She's also a bestselling author, money strategist, financial expert and contributor to O Magazine - plus shes the host of CNBC's "Follow the Leader." Her financial advice has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Forbes, Time and more. On this special crossover episode, Farnoosh shares her story and early influences. She discusses everything from being born to immigrant parents, learning to manage a tight budget to being a working mom. After you listen to Farnoosh here on No Limits, head over t...
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