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Fostering Change

233 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 35 ratings

Comfort Cases founder Rob Scheer hosts this inspiring show about how communities can come together to bring dignity and hope to children in the foster care system. Guests will include former youth in foster care, foster parents, celebrities touched by the foster care system, child welfare advocates, and everyday people working to improve the lives of kids in care. Rob brings a sense of positivity and humor to his conversations. If you have a story to tell as it relates to foster care or any questions, please email [email protected]. And please follow Comfort Cases @comfortcases.

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Episode 78 : Richard Krulik

May 04, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB

Richard Krulik, CEO of Briggs & Riley, is the special guest this week on the Fostering Change Podcast. Rob and Richard talk about A Case for Giving event and the history of this charitable program. 700 is the average number of foster care kids entering the system each day in the US. None of those children are in foster care by a choice they made and not one of them would choose that for themselves. They need to know that they matter, they are not invisible nor disposable. Briggs & Riley, a...

Episode 77 : Willy Bolander

April 27, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

About the Guest: Willy Bolander - www.willybolander.com Father of 8 children, 7 adopted from foster care. Founder of non-profit, Go Foster! (2013-2019) In the Episode : Willy discusses his experience in recruiting and retaining foster parents via Go Foster! The idea was born as a research idea in Florida, where they discovered a huge need for improvements in the existing system. He talks about the lack of understanding by everyone involved about how to foster recruiting. Rob talks a...

Episode 76 : Kyle Tolstyka

April 20, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MB

Rob shares a story of how a teacher made a major impact on his life before introducing Kyle Tolsyka, music teacher, musician and the author of "Where do I fit?" Kyle, talks about his inspiration and motivation to write the book and hints that there might be another book in the future! After the break Kyle even reads the book! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 75 : Mike Deeney

April 13, 2021 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Mike talks about activating endangered animals as heroes to inspire and teach youth. They talk about their two main heroes the Slow loris and the Red Panda. April 18 is a big event for Protectors of the endangered! Lot’s of fun activities are planned that will support the cause! protectorsoftheendangered.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 Episode 7 : Jessica Stern

April 06, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Rob and Jessica take about what has been happening at Connect our kids over thee last year and how Covid has affected their operation.  Jessica talks about their co founder and the lack of technology in the foster care system. Currently it takes 8 days to end an extended family member, but with connect our kids technology the same process can be completed in 30 seconds! In the second half Rob and Jessica talk more about relationships and how difficult it can be for foster children to devel...

Season 2 Episode 6 : Ben Higgins

March 30, 2021 09:55 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Rob gives some background on how Ben has been giving back and how despite his fame and celebrity he has felt alone at times. Ben talks all about writing his book “Alone in Plain Sight” and explains his thoughts about “shared pain” Together they discuss ego and how to recognize and mange it. We also learn more about the origins and operations of Generous Coffee and generous movement! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 Episode 5 : Caroline Boudreaux

March 23, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 57.7 MB

Rob Chats with Caroline Boudreaux from Miracle Foundation and what an impact they have made round the world.  Caroline recaps her trip to India that inspired the start of the Miracle Foundation. Her story includes an emotional recap of holding children in villages on Mother’s day. They discuss topic of OPC “Other People’s Children” and how everyone needs to realize every child matters. “It’s not where they lay their head, It’s if they have a place to lay their head on.” - Rob Scheer Carol...

Season 2 Episode 5 | Fostering Change

March 23, 2021 04:00 - 31 minutes - 57.7 MB

Rob Chats with Caroline Boudreaux from Miracle Foundation and what an impact they have made round the world.  Caroline recaps her trip to India that inspired the start of the Miracle Foundation. Her story includes an emotional recap of holding children in villages on Mother’s day. They discuss topic of OPC “Other People’s Children” and how everyone needs to realize every child matters. “It’s not where they lay their head, It’s if they have a place to lay their head on.” - Rob Scheer Carol...

Season 2 Episode 4: Sackcloth & Ashes Part 2 of 2

March 16, 2021 13:46 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

Rob sits back down with Bob Dalton from Sackcloth and Ashes to talk more about their partnership. Bob shares more about their partnership with Native American artists and leaders and his book. This is the second half of a 2 part series. Don't miss the first half of the story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 Episode 3: Sakscloth & ashes Part 1 of 2

March 09, 2021 13:06 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Rob sits down with the CEO of Sakscloth & Ashes Bob Dalton. They discuss how Bob started Sakscloth & ashes. Bob shares personal reasons why he made the transition from the non profit sector to the for profit sector, including an emotional discussion about his mother's journey. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 2 Episode 3: Sackcloth & Ashes Part 1 of 2

March 09, 2021 13:06 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

Rob sits down with the CEO of Sackcloth & Ashes Bob Dalton. They discuss how Bob started Sackcloth & Ashes. Bob shares personal reasons why he made the transition from the non profit sector to the for profit sector, including an emotional discussion about his mother's journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 2 Episode 2 - Discover Your Path

March 02, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 82.2 MB

In this episode, Rob reconnects with a longtime friend Noah Ehlert discuss a variety of subjects and discuss Noah's recent adventures as well as future aspirations. They discuss Noah's bike journey across the United states and some of the experiences he encountered along the way. It's a very emotional piece and definitely worth the listen as we learn about the trama youth in the foster care system face. You can listen to the episode in the player here or subscribe on your favorite podcast a...

Season 2 Episode 2: Discover Your Path

March 02, 2021 10:00 - 35 minutes - 82.2 MB

In this episode, Rob reconnects with a longtime friend Noah Ehlert discuss a variety of subjects and discuss Noah's recent adventures as well as future aspirations. They discuss Noah's bike journey across the United states and some of the experiences he encountered along the way. It's a very emotional piece and definitely worth the listen as we learn about the trama youth in the foster care system face. You can listen to the episode in the player here or subscribe on your favorite podcast a...

Season 2 Introduction with Barrie Carr

February 22, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 57.1 MB

On this week's episode, Rob is with special guest Barrie Carr. As Fostering change prepares to launch season 2 of the podcast, Barrie and Rob discuss the previous season and what to expect in the new season! Amazing guests, touching testimonials, intriguing ideas, and more! Get your BE A GOOD HUMAN shirts, hoodies, masks, and mugs in our Gifts That Give Back Shop at comfortcases.org/shop Subscribe to Fostering Change on your favorite podcast app and please be sure to leave us a review. Ap...

Season 2 Episode 1: Introduction to Fostering Change

February 22, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 57.1 MB

On this week's episode, Rob is with special guest Barrie Carr. As Fostering change prepares to launch season 2 of the podcast, Barrie and Rob discuss the previous season and what to expect in the new season! Amazing guests, touching testimonials, intriguing ideas, and more! Get your BE A GOOD HUMAN shirts, hoodies, masks, and mugs in our Gifts That Give Back Shop at comfortcases.org/shop Subscribe to Fostering Change on your favorite podcast app and please be sure to leave us a review. Ap...

Episode 67: Fall Forward Radio

December 15, 2020 16:22 - 25 minutes - 18.2 MB

On this week's episode, Rob and Dana talk to Rob C. and J-Hawk from Fall Forward Radio, a new podcast focused on highlighting people doing big things to help their communities. When Rob and Jay heard about Comfort Cases they knew they had to use their platform to help. They invited Rob Scheer to be one of the first guests on their podcast, and then they took to TikTok to raise money. Having never hosted a fundraiser like this before, Rob and Jay weren't sure what to expect... But they set a ...

Episode 66: Siblings Stephanie and Beatriz

December 08, 2020 03:48 - 24 minutes - 17.9 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to siblings Stephanie and Beatriz who were separated during their time in foster care. With 8 years between them, they had very different experiences and only lived in the same household with a relative for a very short time. They are now very close and also maintain relationships with their other 4 siblings. Listen as they talk about the struggles their biological mom faced and how they overcame all of the challenges in their young lives. Learn more about...

Episode 65: The Scheer Family

December 01, 2020 18:26 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MB

To wrap up National Adoption Awareness Month, Rob and Dana talk to Amaya and Makai Scheer about their family and what it's like to be adopted. Listen as Amaya shares some of her earliest memories of being with Rob and Reece and Makai talks about how it feels to be part of a big family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 64: The Forgotten Adoption Option with Marcy Bursac

November 17, 2020 16:59 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

As part of our National Adoption Awareness Month series, this week’s podcast features author and foster care adoption advocate Marcy Bursac. Marcy adopted her two children from foster care and just released a book, The Forgotten Adoption Option, which serves as a guide to adopting from foster care. Marcy talks about why she decided to adopt from foster care, how she met her children, and how they are thriving despite all of the trauma they experienced with their birth parents. The Forgott...

Episode 64: Episode 64: The Forgotten Adoption Option with Marcy Bursac

November 17, 2020 16:59 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

As part of our National Adoption Awareness Month series, this week’s podcast features author and foster care adoption advocate Marcy Bursac. Marcy adopted her two children from foster care and just released a book, The Forgotten Adoption Option, which serves as a guide to adopting from foster care. Marcy talks about why she decided to adopt from foster care, how she met her children, and how they are thriving despite all of the trauma they experienced with their birth parents. The Forgott...

Episode 63: Redefining Normal with Alexis and Justin Black - Part 2

November 09, 2020 21:12 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

This week we welcome Alexis and Justin Black back to the Fostering Change podcast. Alexis and Justin are newlyweds who both grew up in foster care. In their first novel, Redefining Normal: How Two Foster Kids Beat the Odds and Discovered Healing, Happiness, and Love, Alexis and Justin reveal how they overcame traumatic childhoods and developed a healthy relationship. Listen as they share some details about writing the book and how they hope it will help others. Alexis also talks about be...

Episode 62: Transracial Adoption with April Dinwoodie

November 03, 2020 14:39 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

November is National Adoption Awareness Month and we are looking forward to featuring guests with various adoption experiences. Today Rob and Dana welcome April Dinwoodie, a writer, coach, consultant, and host of the Born In June, Raised In April podcast. As a woman of color who was adopted into a white family, April offers her insight into the complexities of transracial adoption. Learn more about April at www.aprildinwoodie.com. Shop our Comfort Cases Gifts That Give Back Shop to get ...

Episode 61: From Foster Care to the NFL with Gaelin Elmore

October 27, 2020 01:12 - 28 minutes - 20.6 MB

This week Rob and Dana talk to foster care advocate and former pro-football player Gaelin Elmore. First removed from his parents’ home at 10 months old, Gaelin spent several years in and out of foster care. When he was 16, his high school football coach became his legal guardian. He earned a scholarship to play football in college and in 2017 he signed a contract with the Cincinnati Bengals. After playing one season, he decided to retire when he realized that a career in the NFL just wasn’t ...

Episode 60: Life from Scratch with Sasha Martin

October 20, 2020 00:34 - 36 minutes - 25.8 MB

On this week’s Fostering Change podcast, Rob and Dana talk to author and foster care survivor Sasha Martin. Sasha spent the first ten years of her life going back and forth between living with her mom and living in various foster homes. When she was 10 years old, she went to live with a family friend who became her permanent guardian. A few years later, they moved to Paris and then Luxemburg. Years later and after becoming a mother herself, Sasha discovered a love for cooking and set a g...

Episode 59: Dr. John DeGarmo of the Foster Care Institute

October 13, 2020 00:38 - 39 minutes - 28.1 MB

On this week’s Fostering Change podcast, Rob and Dana talk to Foster Care Institute founder John DeGarmo. As a foster and adoptive father, author, and industry consultant, John offers his insight on a number of child welfare issues. He created the Foster Care Institute after experiencing frustration with the system and lack of support as a foster parent. His training programs are used by child welfare agencies all over the country to educate both staff and foster parents. John and his wif...

Episode 58: Quay Bowen, Foster Care Survivor

October 06, 2020 00:21 - 38 minutes - 27.9 MB

This week Rob and Dana talk to foster care survivor, writer, and advocate Quay Bowen. Quay is sharing her story on her website in the hopes of writing a book. She talks about her life growing up, her relationship with her birth family, and how poorly she was treated by the Atlanta foster care system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 57: Foster Boy with Jay Paul Deratany

September 21, 2020 21:15 - 33 minutes - 23.9 MB

On this episode of Fostering Change, Rob and Dana talk to Foster Boy creator and attorney Jay Paul Deratany. Set to be released this weekend, Foster Boy tells the story of a teenage boy who was failed by the foster care system. Combining his passion for acting, writing, and advocating for children in foster care, Jay Paul wrote this film in the hopes of inspiring people to take action to change the system. Through his work as a personal injury attorney, Jay Paul has seen the devastating im...

Episode 56: Connect Our Kids with Jennifer Jacobs and Jessica Stern

September 15, 2020 14:24 - 30 minutes - 22.1 MB

On this week's Fostering Change podcast, Rob and Dana talk to Connect Our Kids founders Jennifer Jacobs and Jessica Stern. Connect Our Kids is a website that helps child welfare agencies find and track family connection and data for children in the foster care system. Jennifer and Jessica have used their backgrounds in government, homeland security, and communications to create a unique program that significantly enhances the ability for social workers to find family members and the best poss...

Episode 55: #KidsHelpingKids with Joe Davis

September 08, 2020 01:28 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to high school student Joe Davis about why he chose Comfort Cases for his Eagle Scout project. We are inspired every day by the number of kids of all ages who are doing big things to support our mission to help other children. Joe is not only passionate about collecting donations for Comfort Cases as part of his project, but he is also focused on the importance of spreading awareness about the needs of children in foster care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Episode 54: Redefining Normal with Alexis and Justin Black

September 01, 2020 03:49 - 38 minutes - 27.4 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to married couple Alexis Lenderman-Black and Justin Black. Both Alexis and Justin spent time in foster care and are now advocates for children in the system. They are getting ready to release their first book, Redefining Normal, in November. The book is about how they overcame difficult childhoods and learned how to have a healthy relationship with each other. Listen as they share their stories and talk about their lives growing up, how they met, and what...

Episode 53: Foster Strong with Keri Richmond

August 18, 2020 01:05 - 20 minutes - 14.6 MB

On this week’s episode of Fostering Change, Rob and Dana welcome Keri Richmond, the founder of Foster Strong. Keri previously told her story on Episode 40 of the podcast, and now she is sharing information about the organization she is building with other former foster youth. Foster Strong is about embracing the resilience of men and women who grew up in foster care and ending the stigma about children in the system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 52: Rob's Son Alex Abernathy

August 11, 2020 14:33 - 22 minutes - 16.1 MB

In this week's episode, Rob and Dana welcome the newest member of the Scheer family, 19-year-old Alex. Rob and Alex share the story of how they met and what life is like as a family of 7. Alex also talks about his struggles in foster care and what got him through the most difficult times in his life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 51: Foster Strong with Ivymarie Washington

August 04, 2020 01:15 - 20 minutes - 14.8 MB

On this episode, Rob and Dana talk to Ivymarie Washington about her journey in foster care and how she became a part of the Foster Strong organization. Ivy and her older brother were removed from their parents’ home when she was 6 years old. They were placed in a children’s home for the maximum 180 days and were then placed in a foster home when she was 7. She remained in that foster home until she aged out of care at the age of 18. She currently works as a foster care and adoption specia...

Episode 50: Comfort Cases Ambassador Bryanna Williams

July 27, 2020 21:31 - 27 minutes - 19.8 MB

In this week’s episode, Rob and Dana talk to Comfort Cases Ambassador Bryanna Williams. Bryanna talks about her role as a Comfort Cases Ambassador and why she has such a passion for children in foster care. She is the reigning Mrs. Tri-State All-Star United States and promotes both Comfort Cases and Ronald McDonald House as part of her pageant platform. Bryanna is a special education teacher at a residential treatment facility for at-risk youth and shares some of the experiences of the childr...

Episode 49: Smirna Savino

July 21, 2020 01:15 - 21 minutes - 15.6 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to Smirna Savino. Smirna told some of her story at our Comfort Cases Gala in 2018 and shares more with us on this podcast. She is one of 14 children, all of whom were removed from their mother and separated. Smirna was the only one to live with family for a few years, she was sent to live with her aunt and uncle. At the age of 5, she went into foster care. She reunited with her birth mother when she was 38 years old. One of her biological sisters is Carolyn...

Episode 48: Foster Strong - Lino Martinez

July 14, 2020 13:12 - 25 minutes - 18.4 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to social worker and Foster Strong digital manager Lino Martinez. Lino talks about his experience in foster care and reflects on how he persevered through the many challenges that faced him early in his life. Lino is also part of Foster Strong, an organization with a mission to end the stigma about youth in foster care and to show them that a successful future is possible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 47: Robert Selby from DADS

July 07, 2020 00:49 - 27 minutes - 19.6 MB

In this episode, we shift focus from foster care to fatherhood and welcome Robert Selby, one of the dads featured in the DADS documentary on Apple TV. Through their participation in the film, Rob Scheer and Robert have become friends. We wanted to hear more about Robert’s story, his relationship with his son and his son’s mother, and what’s next for him and his amazing family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 46: 'From Place to Place' with Matt Anderson

June 30, 2020 17:15 - 28 minutes - 20.4 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to Matt Anderson, the VP of Programs and Business Development for the Children's Home Society of North Carolina. Matt talks about his role at The Children's Home Society and how the organization has evolved since it's inception 120 years ago. Matt is also the producer of the documentary "From Place to Place" which follows 3 young adults who aged out of foster care. The 2011 film won multiple awards and sparked the conversation with lawmakers that led to the ...

Episode 45: Arizona Helping Hands CEO Dan Shufelt

June 22, 2020 18:39 - 26 minutes - 18.9 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to Dan Shufelt, CEO of Arizona Helping Hands. Arizona Helping Hands supports thousands of foster families throughout the state of Arizona. They provide everything from cribs and diapers to birthday gifts and bicycles. So far in 2020, they have distributed over 1,100 beds to foster parents. They also supply potential foster parents with items they need to pass the foster parent licensing inspection. There are over 14,000 children in foster care in the sta...

Episode 44: Foster Mom & Author Keri Vellis

June 16, 2020 12:45 - 35 minutes - 25.8 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to mom and author Keri Vellis. Keri’s incredible story was recently featured in People Magazine. When she became a foster mom, Keri tried to find children’s books about being in foster care and she realized there wasn’t much out there. She decided to write a book herself… and a few years later she wrote another one. Keri talks about what inspired her to be a foster parent, how she advocates for her special needs son, and how she educates her community ab...

Episode 43: A Conversation about Racism with LaTasha Watts

June 09, 2020 01:23 - 43 minutes - 31.1 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana welcome LaTasha Watts, founder of The Purple Project, back to the podcast. LaTasha grew up in foster care and now hosts an annual conference for former youth in foster care. She is also and advocate for children in foster care. This week we wanted to shift focus to the larger issue facing our country right now - systemic racism and injustice. LaTasha talks about how she and her family have experienced racism and how she believes we can work towards making a chang...

Episode 42: Jamerika Haynes

June 03, 2020 16:37 - 25 minutes - 18 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to Jamerika Haynes about her experience in foster care and how it shaped her into becoming an advocate for children in the system. She is a journalist and the reigning Ms. Evergreen State 2020, and she uses her platforms to educate others about the challenges facing children in foster care. Listen as they discuss poverty and racial bias in the child welfare system and why it is important to support families in order to prevent children from being removed. ...

Episode 41: Carolyn Aronson

May 26, 2020 18:53 - 27 minutes - 19.6 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to It’s a 10 Haircare founder and CEO Carolyn Aronson. When she was an infant, Carolyn and her 11 siblings were removed from their mother’s home and placed in foster care. At the age of 2, she and one of her biological brothers were adopted into a loving family. At 26, she set out on a mission to find her biological family and 9 months later they met. Caroyln has been a big supporter of Comfort Cases for the last several years and has made philanthropy a ...

Episode 40: Keri Richmond

May 19, 2020 01:42 - 35 minutes - 25.5 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to child welfare advocate Keri Richmond. Keri spent her early childhood in foster care, was adopted into an abusive home, and ended up depending on a friend's family for support during her teenage years. She often meets with lawmakers on Capitol Hill and talks about why it's been difficult to make changes within the system. She also talks about what people can do to make a difference for children in foster care in their communities. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Episode 39: Terrica Smith

May 12, 2020 19:01 - 31 minutes - 22.9 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to Terrica Smith about her journey from foster care to becoming a real estate developer now investing in her own community. Terrica was placed in foster care at the age of 8 when her grandmother passed away. She moved from foster home to foster home, and then to group homes, often running away to escape abusive situations. At 17, she was homeless and pregnant, and found out she had been emancipated from the foster care system. She was able to seek help from ...

Episode 38: COVID-19 and Youth Aging Out of Foster Care

May 05, 2020 17:20 - 24 minutes - 17.8 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk with Whitney GIlliard about how the COVID-19 crisis has impacted youth aging out of foster care. Whitney is the founder of Gilliard & Co, a nonprofit that provides mentoring and wrap-around support for young adults who have aged out of the foster care system. She talks about the various things she’s been helping kids in her program deal with and how the community has rallied together to help. For more info, please visit comfortcases.org/podcast. Hosted ...

Episode 37: Leigh Anne Tuohy

April 28, 2020 22:06 - 31 minutes - 22.4 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana welcome author and motivational speaker Leigh Anne Tuohy. As the mother of an adopted son from foster care who went on to become a Super Bowl champion, Leigh Anne knows first-hand how the loving support of a family can change a child’s life. The story of her son Michael Oher and the Tuohy family was depicted in the 2009 movie “The Blind Side”. Sandra Bullock won her first Academy Award for her portrayal of Leigh Anne in the film. Listen as Leigh Anne shares her...

Episode 36: Discover Your Path Tour Recap with Noah Ehlert

April 22, 2020 14:45 - 24 minutes - 17.6 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk with Noah Ehlert about the completion of his Discover Your Path Tour. In February, Noah set out on a mission to ride his bike from San Diego to Florida, visiting youth in foster care group homes along the way. Having spent much of his childhood in and out of foster care and group homes, Noah found solace and a sense of peace when a neighbor gave him a bike... Years later he decided to inspire kids currently in foster care by riding his bike across the southe...

Episode 35: Companies Giving Back with Emily Blumenthal

April 14, 2020 16:21 - 29 minutes - 21.4 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk with founder and CEO of The Handbag Awards, Emily Blumenthal. Emily heard Rob’s story a few years ago and was so moved by it, she invited him to speak at her annual event for handbag designers in New York City. Not only is Emily a successful businesswoman, she also prioritizes giving back and loves finding creative ways to use her connections and influence to encourage other companies to do the same. Read more at comfortcases.org/podcast. Hosted on Acas...

Episode 34: Fabian Tolan's Story

April 07, 2020 19:34 - 36 minutes - 25.9 MB

In this episode, Rob and Dana talk to college student Fabian Tolan about his foster care journey. Fabian is a journalist and musician currently studying at a college in California. He shares his story growing up in and out of the system, how he stays focused on his future, and what he wants the public to know about life in foster care. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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