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Imagine an unexpected pregnancy. Now imagine enduring it in shackles—through every unwanted doctor’s appointment. Hannah reflects on her time pregnant in prison, and on the flood of emotions resurfacing as she navigates her roommate’s current pregnancy.

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Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

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This just may be the most vulnerable and raw episode thus far. Listen in as Hannah and Medea discuss conflict in their open adoption.

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Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

On The Way by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

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In this episode, we dive into the raw and complex: wrestling with faith, one of Atlanta’s most notorious murderers, and accusations of exploitation. Nothing is off-limits.

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Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

On The Way by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

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Tune in to the continuation of our conversation on rejection. 

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Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

On The Way by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

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In this episode, Hannah opens up about the pain of feeling rejected—and the deep impact that perception can have. Medea shares from her own journey, and the hard truth that no person, no relationship, can fill the space in our hearts that only God was meant to fill.

Whether you’re part of the adoption triad, walking through your own healing, or just love stories of redemption—you’ll want to hear this one.

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Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

On The Way by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

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Now, four years later, Hannah is starting to process feelings she tried to bury during her pregnancy. In this episode, she talks about the powerful biological bond she feels with her son, Marley — a bond she didn’t expect. She ponders the hard question: If she had had an abortion, would she still think of him today? Her answer is surprising — especially what she said about how a closed adoption, like she originally wanted, might have left her wondering about him every single day.

This conversation is raw, real, and full of heart. 💔💗

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Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

On The Way by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

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Hannah and Medea are back with more stories as they endeavor into their third season. Same people, new insights, and even more love. Find your seat and don’t worry about the Kleenex, at least for this episode 😉

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Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

On The Way by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

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Season 2 comes to an end and Medea and Hannah discuss how their opinions have changed through the season. 

Is adoption trauma? What do you think?

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Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

On The Way by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

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Kristen is an adoptive mom with five beautiful girls. She is a published author, business owner and the only single parent in the US - possibly the world - who has adopted from India five times. She has been a source of wisdom and encouragement for the India adoption community for many years. In this episode, Kristen shares her personal experiences of secondary trauma as it relates to adoptive parents.

CW//TW
Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

On The Way by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US

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Be ready to be wowed by the insight of our youngest guest to date. 

Jaden is the son of Sara, who was on our first season. That makes him a second generation adoptee and we are so proud to have let him explore his version of trauma in adoption. 

He may only be 19 but we could all benefit from his story.

CW//TW
Most episodes contain discussion of addiction, death, adoption, abortion, sexual assault, mental health issues, adoption dissolution, occasional race specific topics, along with many others. This is an adult podcast meant to tell our genuine story. Please be aware that these are not only tough topics to hear but they can be difficult to talk about as well.

On The Way by Vlad Gluschenko | https://soundcloud.com/vgl9 Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US