Fostering & Adoption Podcast with Nikki & Larry

A Former Foster Kid Tells the Truth About His Childhood Season 3 Ep 5

Tyriq shares his experience growing up in foster care, offering an honest look at the challenges, lessons, and moments that shaped his journey. A powerful conversation about resilience, belonging, and finding your way through life's toughest circumstances.

"I Grew Up With Strangers…” | What Life Is REALLY Like in a Foster Home (Season 3 Episode 4)

Season 3, Episode 4 What is it really like growing up in a foster home as the biological child? In this episode, Kam shares his honest perspective on growing up around foster kids, constant change, and what home life looked like behind the scenes. A raw conversation about family, identity, and finding connection in the middle of it all.

I Was Supposed to Be Temporary… Then They Adopted Me | Season 3 Ep. 3

What happens when a foster placement becomes forever family? In this heartfelt episode of the Fostering & Adoption Podcast, Jahlil joins Nikki & Larry to reflect on his experience growing up in foster care and finding the home that would ultimately change his life. From entering their home as a foster child to becoming part of the family permanently, Jahlil shares his perspective on belonging, stability, healing, and what it truly means to finally feel at home. This episode offers a powerful look into foster care through the eyes of someone who lived it. 🎧 Listen now on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

They DON’T Want You to Know This About Fostering… | Season 3 Ep. 2

Season 3, Episode 2 of the Fostering & Adoption Podcast with Nikki & Larry dives into the truth about supporting foster families beyond surface-level help. Nikki & Larry share honest insight on what foster families really experience, the misconceptions people often have, and how meaningful support can truly make a difference. Real conversations. Real perspective. Real impact.

He Grew Up With Foster Kids.. Here’s What It Was REALLY Like | Season 3 Ep. 1

What is it really like growing up in a home full of foster kids? In the Season 3 premiere of the Fostering & Adoption Podcast, Nikki & Larry sit down with their biological son, Nik—now grown—as he opens up about his experience growing up in a household centered around foster care. From love and purpose… to chaos and challenges—this is a side of fostering most people never hear. 🎙️ This episode gives a raw, honest perspective from someone who lived it. 👇 If you're a foster parent, thinking about fostering, or just curious—this conversation is for you.