In episode 13 of "Finding Family DNA," Lori Quinn shares her story of discovering her biological family through the efforts of Jay and his team. Initially contacting BirthParentFinder.com due to a compelling news story featuring Chris, Lori's journey uncovers layers of her identity shaped by a closed adoption. The episode explores the emotional first meeting with her paternal half-sister, Kathleen, via Zoom, revealing immediate familial connections and shared traits that Lori had never experienced before. Throughout the episode, Lori expresses the profound impact of seeing and recognizing herself in her newly found relatives, delving into the deeper significance of genetic ties and the inherent longing for familial connections that shaped her inquiry into her roots.

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00:00 Cold Open

00:14 Introduction

03:10 Connecting with the Paternal Side

05:44 First Meeting with Half-Sister Kathleen

10:05 Lori's Adoption Story

13:53 Life in the Botham Household

17:25 Starting Her Own Family

18:37 Discovering Acting and Life Changes

24:33 Finding Biological Relatives

27:54 Connecting with Maternal Family

32:54 Reflections and Advice

37:27 Conclusion and Next Steps

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In this Patreon-exclusive segment of "Finding Family DNA," Dawn Voris shares her complex and emotional journey surrounding the adoption of one of her twins. From Fort Wayne, Indiana, Dawn recounts the circumstances that led her to place one twin for adoption while keeping the other, a decision shaped by unique and challenging circumstances. This episode delves deep into Dawn's personal experiences, highlighting the planned C-section, the secrecy of the pregnancy, and the aftermath of these choices, including the media coverage and a potential documentary. Despite initial hopes for a positive relationship with her twin daughters, Dawn faces unforeseen difficulties and misunderstandings that strain the reunion. The segment explores themes of truth, misunderstanding, and the emotional weight of reunion, offering listeners a raw look at the realities of reconnecting with separated family members under public scrutiny.

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In episode 12 of "Finding Family DNA," we delve into the complex and emotionally charged story of Dawn Voris, who made the heart-wrenching decision to give up one of her twin daughters for adoption due to financial instability. This episode explores the intricate details of the adoption process, the secrecy involved, and the profound impact it had on all parties involved. Dawn shares her journey from the decision-making process during a financially turbulent time, to the eventual reunion with her daughter years later, facilitated by Jay Rosenzweig and his team. The narrative also touches on the unexpected developments that arose from the reunion, including the challenges of establishing a new relationship and the emotional fallout when things did not go as hoped. 

00:00 A Surprising Revelation

00:29 Introduction

00:57 Support Us on Patreon

01:56 Chris' Personal Story of Twins

03:05 A Case of Identical Twins

04:22 The Search Begins

05:55 The Emotional Reunion

10:39 Interview with Dawn Voris

17:17 Baby #2's Adoption

20:35 Revealing the Truth to Baby #1

23:10 Michaela Meets Her Sister

23:59 The Reunion and Its Challenges

30:17 Current Relationship Status

31:23 Final Thoughts

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In episode 11 of "Finding Family DNA," we explore the journey of Jay’s niece, Maggie Botta. Jay, originally not in the business of finding birth parents, was inspired by Maggie's situation. Maggie, adopted into a white family and of African American descent, sparked the idea of a service after she casually mentioned her interest in finding her birth mother while using a computer at a family gathering. Jay quickly located her birth mother using his investigative skills, marking the beginning of BirthParentFinder.com. This episode delves into the early challenges of adoption searches before DNA testing became widespread, highlighting how advancements in technology and the internet transformed the ability to reconnect families. It provides a deep dive into the emotional reunion between Maggie and her birth mother, facilitated by Jay, and discusses the broader implications of these reunions on personal identities and family dynamics.

00:00 Intro

01:08 Jay's Journey in the Investigation Business

05:22 The Role of DNA in Family Searches

10:13 Maggie's Story: Finding Her Birth Mother

15:21 Family Dynamics and Adoption Story

18:21 Reconnecting with Birth Family

19:26 Wedding and Birth Mother Reunion

20:32 Challenges with Birth Mother

23:24 Boundaries and Biological Father

34:11 Reflecting on the Journey

36:08 Outro

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In this special true crime episode of "Finding Family DNA," we uncover the harrowing and heartrending story of Holly Marie, a woman ensnared in a decades-old mystery involving her biological parents' murder and her own subsequent adoption. Holly’s biological parents, deeply involved with a mysterious cult, were tragically murdered, leaving baby Holly orphaned. The investigation into their deaths led to Holly being placed for adoption under secretive circumstances. This episode delves into the intricate details of how genetic genealogist Misty Gillis and her team cracked the cold case using advanced DNA technology, ultimately reuniting Holly with her biological family after more than forty years. Holly’s narrative, woven through her experience of discovering her tragic family history and finding closure, offers a profound look at the intersections of loss, identity, and the relentless pursuit of truth.

00:00 Intro

01:08 The Baby Holly Case

07:22 Identifying the Victims

11:59 The Search for Baby Holly

15:00 The Discovery of Baby Holly

18:52 Adoptive Parents' Reaction

20:46 Hope for Holly Initiative

21:50 Holly's Emotional Journey

23:22 Life Growing Up

24:47 Revelations About the Cult

27:34 Discovering Her Biological Family

31:44 The Role of DNA in Solving Cold Cases

36:38 Final Thoughts

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In episode 9 of "Finding Family DNA," Patty Garcia recounts her emotional journey of teenage pregnancy and the heartrending decision to give up her son, Evan, due to societal pressures and family expectations. Growing up in a strict household, Patty's life took a dramatic turn when she became pregnant at a young age and was forced to place her baby in an unwed mother's home. Despite the passing years and having other children, Patty never lost hope of reconnecting with Evan. The episode delves into her relentless search and the pivotal moment she won a contest that finally led to the reunion she had longed for. Through expert assistance from Jay Rosenzweig and his company, BirthParentFinder.com, Patty and Evan were able to reunite, highlighting the profound emotional landscape of rekindled familial bonds and the closure it brought to Patty’s decades of uncertainty.

00:00 Intro

00:46 Meet Patty Garcia

02:56 Patty's Early Life and Challenges

10:31 Meeting Her Husband

16:04 Searching for Her Son

19:21 Finding Evan

20:29 The Emotional Zoom Reunion

26:21 Evan's Perspective

27:34 In-Person Reunion

32:23 Current Relationship with Evan

35:00 Closing

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In episode 8 of "Finding Family DNA," Tom Freeman shares his profound journey of discovering his birth family with the assistance of Jay Rosenzweig and the innovative use of databases like the California Birth Index. Born in San Francisco with minimal information about his origins, Tom’s search took a significant turn when Jay utilized a combination of DNA testing and public records to unlock his family history. This episode delves into the emotional highs and complexities of Tom's reunions with his biological parents and siblings, who surprisingly lived just minutes away and attended the same schools as he did without ever knowing each other. It explores the nuanced dynamics of family, identity, and the powerful emotions surrounding adoption and reunion, highlighting Tom’s journey from initial discovery to the heartfelt connections he eventually forged with his newfound relatives.

00:00 Intro

01:11 How Jay Found Tom's Birth Family

07:00 Reunion with Birth Family

09:50 Tom's Childhood: Finding Out He Was Adopted

14:35 Struggles, Sobriety, and Healing

18:37 Uncovering Family Secrets

22:51 Why Tom Decided To Search For His Birth Family

24:55 Breakthrough with Jay's Help

27:08 Discovering Biological Family

31:05 Reconnecting with Biological Parents

33:02 Resentment & Acceptance

36:24 Current Relationship with Biological Family

40:03 Outro

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In episode 7 of "Finding Family DNA," Aneyah Elmore delves into her complex journey as a Korean adoptee and her poignant reunion with her birth father, an African American soldier previously stationed in Korea during the Vietnam War. After years of believing her birth father had died, DNA testing facilitated by Jay Rosenzweig and a feature on a television show lead her to him, uncovering not only her father but also details about her mother. Aneyah shares how her mother, believing her father had perished, made the heart-wrenching decision to place Aneyah in an orphanage to remarry. This episode reveals the emotional rollercoaster of Aneyah's adoption, the falsification of her records, and the eventual reunions that bridge continents and cultures. Through her story, the podcast illuminates the challenges of international adoptions and the profound impact of reconnecting with biological roots.

0:00 Intro

00:39 This week's Case: Aneyah Elmore

01:23 Aneyah Elmore's Adoption Story

02:12 Challenges of International Adoptions

03:17 Aneyah's Reunion with Her Birth Father

06:59 Aneyah's Upbringing and Adoptive Family

13:09 The Search for Aneyah's Birth Mother

23:10 Reuniting with Both Birth Parents

34:46 Aneyah's Advocacy For Korean Adoptees

40:00 Outro

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In episode 6 of "Finding Family DNA," Kim Carrington, a birth mother, shares her journey of placing her daughter, Victoria, for adoption and the eventual reunion decades later. The story unfolds with Kim describing her decision to give Victoria up during her freshman year in college, driven by challenging circumstances and a profound faith that they would be reunited. The episode captures the emotional nuances of adoption from the birth mother's perspective, highlighting Kim's strength and the open-hearted approach she maintained throughout her life. 

00:00 Intro

00:31 The Power of DNA

03:50 Kim Carrington's Story

07:59 The Emotional Journey

13:27 Identity and Family Connections

17:32 Advice for Others Seeking Reunion

25:03 Celebrating Volunteerism

28:15 Outro

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In episode 5 of "Finding Family DNA," Tarcia Smith shares her deeply personal journey of connecting with her birth family. A certified holistic health coach and podcast host, Tarcia embarked on the challenging quest to find her biological father with the help of Jay and his company. Using only DNA testing, they navigated through complex genetic data to uncover her father's identity, revealing profound connections and uncovering family secrets long hidden. From initial uncertainties to the eventual heartwarming yet bittersweet reunion with her biological father and siblings, Tarcia’s story exemplifies the powerful impact of genetic discoveries on personal identity and familial relationships.

00:00 Intro

00:32 Special Guest Tarcia Smith

01:20 Finding Tarcia's Birth Father

03:03 Misty Gillis Unravels the DNA Mystery

08:46 Tarcia's Personal Adoption Story

21:02 The Emotional Impact of DNA Discoveries

28:03 Tarcia's Podcast and Family Connections

30:14 Outro

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