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The Fake Siblings PodcastThe Best Season Yet: Celebrating Juneteenth, Birthdays, and Season OneIn this special episode of The Fake Siblings Podcast, cohosts and interracial adoptive siblings, Hannah and Greg wrap up an incredible first season with a triple celebration!Join them as they dive into the significance of Juneteenth, sharing its history and why it’s a day of reflection and joy.They also take a moment to celebrate their summer birthdays with some hilarious family anecdotes and even a game of This or That. Finally, they reflect on their journey through season one, highlighting favorite moments, lessons learned, and what to look forward to in...
2024-06-1938 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastWait.. Is Dad a Horse Girl? : Navigating Father's Day, Reunion, and Birth FathersIn the ninth episode of our first season, co-hosts Hannah and Greg celebrate Poppa Jackson and his enduring love of horses. In a special tribute, both Hannah and Greg draw horses in his honor, sharing heartfelt stories and fond memories. But that's just the beginning.The conversation takes a deeper turn as they discuss navigating Father's Day in the context of adoption. Hannah opens up about her reunion with her birth father, offering an intimate look into her journey and the emotions involved. They also explore the role of birth fathers in adoption as a whole, providing...
2024-06-1238 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastThere's No Promise Like Compromise : Bridging the Gap Across DifferenceIn a world that's growing more divided and with an election season brewing, Hannah Jackson Matthews and Greg Jackson Stumbras are taking a step back to reflect on their unique siblingship. Amidst the "us vs. them" rhetoric, how have they managed to find common ground and compassion despite their many differences? 🌍In this episode, Hannah and Greg delve into the heart of their bond, sharing personal stories and insights on bridging divides and nurturing empathy. They'll also tackle a poignant listener question: "How have you both managed to remain as close as you are through life’s chang...
2024-05-2935 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastEverybody Loves a Garage Sale : International Adoption and Adoptee CommodificationHold onto your hats, folks, because Hannah Jackson Matthews and Greg Jackson Stumbras are hosting a garage sale like no other! 🏷️ Need a Hannah? She's yours for the bargain price of just $50,000 – discounted for 31 years of love, of course! 😉Inspired by a South Minneapolis couple who recently raised $50,000 through a garage sale to adopt a child from South Africa, in their seventh episode, our dynamic cohosts dive into the complexities of international adoption. They'll tackle heavy topics like corruption and fraud, and the commodification and dehumanization of adoptees. But don't worry, they’ll do it with their signature bl...
2024-05-2237 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastWhat is Wrong with the World Today? : Pregnant People Databases, Mother's Day, and The Met Gala🎙️ Dive into the latest episode of "The Fake Siblings Podcast" with your favorite cohosts, Hannah Jackson Matthews and Greg Jackson Stumbras! 🎧In their sixth episode, these interracial adoptive siblings unpack a whirlwind of topics that hit close to home. With Mother's Day fresh in their minds, Hannah shares her heartfelt reflections on being an adoptee during this holiday and how her journey into motherhood has reshaped her views on her birth mother. 🌷Meanwhile, Greg delves into the MOMS Bill, a hot-button proposal by Senator Katie Britt aimed at creating a national database for pregnant individuals, sparking a...
2024-05-1538 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastThey Not Like Us? : Drake, Kendrick, and IdentityIn their fifth episode, Hannah and Greg, discuss the rap beef between Drake and Kendrick Lamar. The chorus of Kendrick's latest track repeats "They Not Like Us" over an unapologetic, unmistakably West Coast beat; however, the question that quickly emerges during this episode is who are transracial adoptees most like -- Drake or Kendrick? And in what ways? Through their commentary, Hannah and Greg begin to notice parallels in the internal and external conflicts created due to insecure identity and arrested development. Works referenced:Clip from Donald Glover's special "Only Black Kid in...
2024-05-0831 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastSounds About White : The Impacts of Racial ColorblindnessIn their fourth episode, co-hosts and interracial adoptive siblings, Greg and Hannah divert from their typical format of listener submitted topics and questions to address comments made recently (4-26-24) by, UFC 303 Headliner and transracially adoptive father, Michael Chandler on The Shawn Ryan Show.When asked about how Chandler approaches raising his two, Black adopted sons, he said, "I'm not raising black children, I'm raising children. Whether you are black or you are white, no matter what race that you are,.. Being a good man, a good man of reputation, none of that has to do with...
2024-05-0132 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastGrow Up, Greg! : White Privilege and Growth MindsetAfter reflecting on the release of their debut episode, Hannah and Greg struggle with being too critical. Greg identifies, at times, how he has been dismissive and insensitive about hard conversations, and Hannah calls him in about his self-identified conflict avoidance during their conversations. As they find resolution, they practice embracing a growth mindset about their mistakes, even and especially when they feel shame for messing up. Ultimately, they are asking themselves and their listeners, what role does growth mindset play in acknowledging our varied levels of privilege? And how can growth mindset help us build and maintain more "...
2024-04-2431 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastCheck Your Privilege Hannah! : Birth Order and Sibling RivalryIn this episode, Hannah and Greg talk sibling birth order, including but not limited to middle child syndrome, attention seeking, and dealing with jealousy. Greg, in true middle child fashion, tries his best to shift focus away from himself, while naturally, the youngest, Hannah gladly takes the spotlight and deep dives into dating and rejection as a Black girl in a predominantly white town. Additionally, a super special guest, the last of the fake siblings, our older brother, Tyler Jackson, chimes in!Works Referenced:The Birth Order Book: Why You Are The Way You Are...
2024-04-1733 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastThe Candy Hand: The First Podcast Doesn't Count Unless It DoesIn their debut episode, Hannah and Greg introduce themselves, explain the name "fake siblings", swap most embarrassing times at the movie theater stories, and welcome all aboard their sibling-ship. Toot toot! When asked what their parents did to help them understand and navigate the unique dynamics of adoption, like true millennials, they made fun of their boomer parents before shockingly, briefly appreciating them for making sure that no matter how many people tried to invalidate their sibling relationship, their sibling bond remained secure.Consider following us on social media @fakesiblingspod. Thanks for listening!
2024-04-1031 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastThe Candy Hand: The First Podcast Doesn't Count Unless It DoesIn their debut episode, Hannah and Greg introduce themselves, explain the name "fake siblings", swap most embarrassing times at the movie theater stories, and welcome all aboard their sibling-ship. Toot toot! When asked what their parents did to help them understand and navigate the unique dynamics of adoption, like true millennials, they made fun of their boomer parents before shockingly, briefly appreciating them for making sure that no matter how many people tried to invalidate their sibling relationship, their sibling bond remained secure.
2024-04-1031 min
The Fake Siblings PodcastEp. 1 "The Candy Hand" Launches Wed. April 10April 10th is National Siblings Day, so it is the perfect day to debut our podcast! In this clip from our first episode we start explaining the ifs, how, and why's behind the legitimacy of our sibling-ship. Be sure to listen to the first episode for even more explanations.
2024-03-2901 min