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Foster Parent WellSeeing and Filling Gaps in Foster Care with Amanda PrestonWhat happens when your foster care journey leads you to places you never imagined? Amanda Preston knows this path intimately - from young newlyweds dreaming of "opening an orphanage" to becoming adoptive parents of eight children, veteran foster parents of 16 years, and eventually establishing a mental health clinic supporting neurodivergent families navigating the complexities of adoption and foster care.During Foster Care Awareness Month, this powerful conversation pulls back the curtain on the realities of fostering and adoption from someone who's experienced it from multiple angles. Amanda challenges the widespread misconception that infants adopted from birth don't...2025-05-0748 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜The Girls Are Tired of Celebrity Feminists Playing In Our Faces!Happy Monday, y’all!Maybe we need to rethink popular use of the term “historic” because every time I see the much-maligned all-women Blue Origin space flight referred to as that, I want to scream. Thanks for reading Kimberly Nicole Foster's Newsletter! This post is public so feel free to share it.Shouldn’t a “historic” event mean something to someone other than those who stand to profit from it?In this episode, I break down the widespread backlash to Katy Perry and friends’ space ride and why it marks a...2025-04-2232 min
MeaningFULL Work Podcast with Dr. Nicole Roberts JonesWhy Every Leader Needs a North Star for Organizational Growth with Dr. Nicole Yeldell ButtsIn this episode of the MeaningFULL Work Podcast, we dive into a transformative discussion with Dr. Nicole Yeldell Butts about effective leadership and organizational culture. Discover strategies to uplift your team and streamline success.·    Explore the transformative power of the SHIFT framework.·    Learn the significance of aligning organizational values with employee behavior.·    Understand the challenges and opportunities in current organizational culture shifts.·    Gain insight into measuring success both organizationally and individually.·    Discover how to foster an inclusive, purpose-driven workplace.--------Grab your copy of Dr Nicole Yeldell Butts Book...2025-03-2431 min
Foster Parent WellThe Things We Don't Say Out Loud in Foster Care and AdoptionThe latest episode explores the multifaceted challenges of foster care and adoption, inviting listeners to engage with the often unspoken truths of this journey. By addressing hard topics with compassion, the episode emphasizes the importance of validating the experiences of caregivers and children alike while encouraging open conversations.• Validating the difficulty of foster care without diminishing its beauty • Acknowledging the impact of trauma on children in care • Recognizing the complexities of bonding with foster children • Balancing the goals of reunification with concerns for child safety • Navigating conflicting feelings during goodbyes • Identifying the difference betwee...2025-02-1923 minFoster Parent WellSpiritual Armor for Foster and Adoptive FamiliesThis episode explores the spiritual warfare that foster parents face as they navigate their unique challenges. By emphasizing the importance of guarding our minds, nurturing relationships, prioritizing self-care, and cultivating gratitude, we equip ourselves to combat discouragement and support each other through this journey.• Understanding spiritual warfare in the context of foster care • The significance of filling our minds with God's truth • Importance of nurturing marital and community relationships • Necessity of self-care for spiritual and emotional resilience • Strategies for guarding our hearts against negativity and despairCouple's Wellness Challenge: https://stan.st...2025-02-1122 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜Did "Wokeness" Create A Culture of Emotionally Dysregulated Vigilantes?First, please know that I NEVER use “wokeness” that way in serious conversations. That’s why it’s in scare quotes. Here, I’m talking about the caricature of progressive values right-wingers love to promulgate. Moving on…I’ve been thinking about how much socializing revolves around alcohol and the ethics of hosting events that include it. I barely drink because alcohol is gross and dangerous, but I know the girls love a cocktail. Should spaces for connection and fun always come with a drink in hand? Let me know your thoughts in the comments.Sp...2025-01-1717 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜Y'all Are Too Damn Old to Be in 20-Something BusinessHey y’all, it’s Kim, and I’m back (two days in a row raise the roof)! ✨ What’s inside:* Renaissance is Queen Bey’s masterwork, and I’m so glad she’s taking it on tour again (allegedly).* TikTok’s looming ban and its impact on creators and marginalized voices.* A plea for grown folks to stop meddling in Gen Z’s business.If you’re reading this outside my newsletter, head over to kimberlynicolefoster.co to get the full episode, my notes, and all the extras.Let’s get into it...2025-01-1616 min
Foster Parent WellFoster Care Narratives with Johnna SteinJonna Stein's "Untangling Hope" beautifully captures the intricate emotions of a foster child navigating trauma and the longing for belonging. In our discussion, we explore themes of empathy, understanding trauma, and the importance of fostering conversations about these experiences among parents, children, and their communities. • Exploring the journey of a foster child in "Untangling Hope" • Understanding the difference between fitting in and belonging • Importance of compassion in caregiving • Insights into a child's perspective on trauma and resilience • Facilitation of dialogue about foster care in families and communities • Call for empathy and education about experi...2025-01-1535 min
School of Self-Worth93: From Korea to Adoptee to Founder with Grace Yung Foster of The Inclusion InitiativeIn this week’s episode, I sit down with Grace Yung Foster, a transracial, transnational adoptee from Korea, who was orphaned at the age of 3. Grace shares her moving story about coming to the United States at the age of 5, going through the foster system in a new country, how she was finally adopted, and the obstacles she overcame both as an adoptee and as a person of color growing up in a very white community.For her entire life, Grace was constantly on the search for true belonging and inclusion. After working in corporate America and no...2025-01-1545 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜Michelle Said "Get Somebody Else to Do It" + Knotless Braid Theory♫ Song of the Day ♫I knew Julia’s name before I watched her interview with Daniel Wall, but I’d never taken the time to go through the catalog of songs she’s written. She done some jams, include “Good Graces” which was one of my Pop & B faves of 2024!🎶Top Julia Michaels Songs🎶* Nick Jonas — Close Featuring Tove Lo* Selena Gomez — Good for You* Janelle Monae — Make Me Feel* Justin Bieber — Sorry* Sabrina Carpenter — Taste✨Links & Resources✨* Michelle Obama will not attend Trump's inauguration, h...2025-01-1419 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜The California Fires, Class Warfare and the Wirkin DebateThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit kimberlynicolefoster.coHey y'all! It's me Kim, and I'm back with another Paywall-exclusive podcast. Today, I dive into a few things, from the intense watch party for The Substance to the strange wealth focus in Southern California fire coverage. I also talk about how so many middle-aged actresses in Hollywood are doing great work and the allure of luxury knockoffs like the Wirkin, and the shift toward solitude in modern life. Check out the timestamps below to skip around and find the segments you’re...2025-01-1101 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜More of the Best Pop & B of 2024Also, can y’all please leave a comment and tell me what you’d want to hear my hot takes on? I have literally (not literally) 1000 things in my head right now. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kimberlynicolefoster.co/subscribe2025-01-0733 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜The Best Pop & B of 2024, Part 1 (I Guess)Note: I already planned on recording a separate episode for the “main pop girls,” but now I will have to do another Pop & B episode because I cannot believe I forgot to mention Tinashe’s “Nasty.” 🤦🏾‍♀️Note 2: This morning, I was listening to 80s R&B and noticed that it was much softer than the newer music. Has music gotten louder? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kimberlynicolefoster.co/subscribe2025-01-0137 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜What If Blake Lively Is Just Weird, Not Evil?This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit kimberlynicolefoster.coLook, the lady could very well have a horrible personality. That doesn't mean she was not victimized.Read The New York Times Article2024-12-2703 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜Negro School: The Black Christmas Canon (Part 2)This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit kimberlynicolefoster.coA few corrections from last time: "What Do The Lonely Do At Christmas?" was released in 1977, not 1973. I also need to acknowledge a significant omission: The O'Jays' "Christmas Ain't Christmas" from 1973. Shout out to the Philadelphia Sound, Leon Huff and Kenny Gamble.Without further ado, let’s get to 🎄songs.Sounds of Blackness's "Soul Holidays" (1992). Fronted by the iconic Ann Nesby, Sounds of Blackness signed to Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis's record label (made possible by their success with...2024-12-2303 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜Negro School: The Black Christmas CanonA few months back, I mentioned the importance of preserving Black cultural memory and how I wanted to enroll my 12-year-old nieces in Negro School to make sure they know and appreciate the basics. I simply don’t think you can love Black people (which means you can’t love your Black self) if you don’t respect and value our cultural heritage. Thanks for reading Kimberly Nicole Foster's Newsletter! This post is public so feel free to share it.I saw a few people say they wanted to sign up. Well...2024-12-2140 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜Men Cannot Be the Bad B*s + New Thoughts on Weed + Personal Updates00:00 Personal Updates 03:30 Harnessing My Jealousies07:25 Things I've Read Lately08:40 New Thoughts on Weed 14:45 Church Mess/Men Cannot Be the Bad B*****s!Paywall Subscribers Can Take 13% Off All Merch Until December 31 with Code THANKYOU1224👩🏾‍💻 Watch Next: Y'all Need to Get Off Them Phones (Re: Jackie & The Super 5 Drama) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kimberlynicolefoster.co/subscribe2024-12-1719 min![The [Inclusion] Conversation with Grace Yung Foster](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/staging/podcast_uploaded_episode/42224656/42224656-1734407630049-d3848ac42bd07.jpg)
The [Inclusion] Conversation with Grace Yung FosterThe [Inclusion] Conversation with Nicole Chung, Best Selling Author, A Living RemedyWelcome to The [Inclusion] Conversation Podcast!
We hope you enjoy this episode with Nicole Chung, Best Selling Author, A Living Remedy. We are big fans of her work, advocacy, and what she has to say about telling your own story in your own authentic way. Plus, for this episode, we are giving away 3 of her books to 3 luck winners (info below)!!
This podcast dives into the world of work, careers, and life for Adoptees, Foster Care Alumni, our allies, parents, child welfare professionals, policy experts, and all within the...2024-12-1750 minFoster Parent WellEmbracing Gratitude: Seeing the Blessings in Foster Care and AdoptionCould gratitude truly be the key to transforming the chaos of foster and adoptive parenting into moments of peace and resilience? Join me, Nicole T Barlow, as we challenge the conventional approach to parenting stress by embracing gratitude as a divine stress reliever. This episode explores how consciously choosing gratitude, even in the toughest seasons, can not only rewire our brains but also strengthen our spiritual resilience. Through personal stories and reflections, we journey through the sacred, albeit challenging, path of foster and adoptive parenting, where every obstacle is an opportunity for growth, and every moment of connection with...2024-11-2720 min
Foster Parent WellUniting Communities for Foster Care with Guest Rebecca RadicchiRebecca Radicchi joins us from Georgia Kids Belong to share her incredible journey and the transformative power of community in supporting foster care and adoption. As an adoptive mom and passionate advocate, Rebecca offers an inside look at Georgia Kids Belong, a chapter of America's Kids Belong, and their innovative I Belong project. This initiative crafts advocacy videos for children in foster care, particularly for those whose parental rights have been terminated. These heartwarming video creation days not only amplify the children's voices, focusing on teenagers, sibling sets, and children with special needs, but also aim to leave a...2024-11-2045 min
The Disney Desk PodcastCartoon Network Month - Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends: Cartoon Network’s Childish, Heart-filled CollageWhen setting out on Cartoon Network Month, a big question reared its head: What show could we talk about that represented everything Cartoon Network had to offer? To Carter and Sydney’s surprise, the answer was easier than they thought!
Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends was aired right in the middle of Cartoon Network’s history and stands as a beautiful example of every thing that the Network what it is today. A joke-a-minute-pace, a little stinker, a vibrant ensemble, and the unmistakable heart of grown ups drawing their inner child.
2024-11-131h 12Foster Parent WellNavigating Ambiguous Loss: Grief as a Foster ParentWhat happens when welcoming a new child into your home brings both immeasurable joy and profound heartbreak? Journey with me, Nicole T Barlow, as I recount my personal experience with the unpredictable waves of fostering and adoption. I open up about the bittersweet reality of forming new bonds and routines, only to face the heart-wrenching process of reunification. This episode uncovers the unique struggle of ambiguous loss—a type of grief that offers no closure or societal recognition, leaving many foster parents feeling isolated and misunderstood. Together, we explore how leaning into faith and the grace of God can be...2024-10-0921 min
Life, Leadership and Perseverance w/ Nicole SemeraroEP2 - Jaime Foster, The Building of Georgia Grinders, Her Moms Battle with ALS, and Her Daughters Inspiring Healing From A Serious IllnessNicole Semeraro joins her friend, Jaime Foster, founder and CEO of Georgia Grinders, a company specializing in a clean, simple and delicious almond butter recipe, created by Jaime's grandfather as he was motivated back in the day to foster better habits for good health and a longer life. He succeeded, partly due to his "clean eating" recipes, living until the age of 97. Jamie has now proudly distributed her grandfather's almond butter recipe all around the world, running a successful business now of 12 years. But it wasn't a cakewalk. To get there, Jaime would have to discover the hard...2024-10-081h 11
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜The Music Theory of Why "Good Luck, Babe" Hurts My EarsIn this episode of "The Learning Kurve," Kim dives into the music theory behind Chappell Roan's song "Good Luck Babe," comparing the concert and VMAs versions. She discusses why she prefers the live performance in C major over the recorded version in D major, highlighting how key choice affects the song's emotional storytelling. Kim also touches on the vocal strain in higher keys and why artists like Beyoncé and Chappell Roan choose different keys for live performances. If you're into music theory, vocal techniques, and insightful commentary, this episode is for you! This is a public e...2024-09-1712 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜Today, I learned that I don't really care about Beyoncé getting snubbed.In this episode of The Learning Kurve, I discuss why I’m not upset about Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter being snubbed by the Country Music Awards, despite the album making history and breaking boundaries. I explore how the album transcends genres and why fans’ sense of entitlement doesn’t match Beyoncé’s own attitude, highlighting the balance between righteous indignation and entitlement. Plus, I pay tribute to the late Frankie Beverly and share my thoughts on Shaboozey, The War and Treaty and reveal a guilty pleasure. Be sure to subscribe for more episodes of The Learning Kurve where I shar...2024-09-1318 minFoster Parent WellSupporting Biological Children in the Foster Care JourneyHave you ever wondered how fostering can transform a family's dynamics and individual lives? Join us on today's Foster Parent Well podcast as we welcome Daniela Coates, a licensed master social worker from Texas with a profoundly personal connection to the world of foster care. Daniela's unique upbringing in a foster family, inspired by her father's volunteer work, offers rare, emotional insights into the integral role of birth children in fostering decisions. Hear how her childhood experiences shaped her understanding of family and care, and discover why it's crucial to include birth kids in the foster care journey.2024-09-1138 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS đź’śToday, I learned that being the first f**king sucks.This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit kimberlynicolefoster.coIn this episode of The Learning Kurve, I reflect on the lessons I learned from the 2010 documentary Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work. The film left me thinking about the cost of trailblazing, the pressures women in entertainment face, and how ambition can both drive us and consume us.Joan Rivers broke barriers in a male-dominated comedy world, but her journey was plagued by insecurities, (what I'd call) desperation, and isolation. Her relentless ambition reminded me of Wendy Williams' career...2024-09-1102 min
KIMBERLY HAS THOUGHTS 💜Short n' Sweet by Sabrina Carpenter | First ListenHi friends!I’ve been so deep in my political catastrophe bag at For Harriet that I’ve barely paid attention to my pop culture life. I dipped my toe back into the sea of pop music by listening to Sabrina Carpenter’s new album, Short n’ Sweet.In this video, I give my first impressions and reactions to Lil Bit’s 6th album. I'll break down the song's vibe, lyrics, and production while sharing my thoughts on how it fits into her evolving musical style. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Sabrina's music, joi...2024-09-0558 minFoster Parent WellLiving Out Your Faith in Foster Care and AdoptionLiving out your faith means that you are going to live differently. It means that our main purpose is to love God and love others well.So what does that look like in foster care and adoption? What are the ways that we can share hope and grace to people that are hurting?Today we discuss just that...we talk about practical ways that we take our beliefs and put them into action. Join me as we talk through this together!I'd love to hear from you! Send me a text!...2024-09-0310 minFoster Parent WellBuilding Healthy Relationships with Birth Families in Foster Care and AdoptionThis episode uncovers the profound importance of fostering healthy relationships with birth families in foster and adoptive care. Through stories of my own struggles and experiences, we highlight the need for trust, genuine intentions, and respect in building positive dynamics. Inspired by Jonah's story, we explore how offering hope and love to birth parents, irrespective of their past, can significantly impact the children in our care.Navigating the complexities of biological family relationships is crucial, and every child's preferences in communication must be respected. From children wanting ongoing contact to those needing distance, I discuss how understanding...2024-08-2714 min