Firepit Conversations

Ronnie & Aaron

Follow the journey of two biological brothers who were adopted separately shortly after birth. Join us as we reconnected and get to know one another after more than 30 years.

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S6 · E9
March 26 · 53 min
Adoption is Permanent
Parenting is a lifelong commitment, or at least it should be. Nevertheless, many adoptive parents abandon their adoptive children in adulthood. While estrangement might be common, the real question is can be done to prevent this from happen? Join us at the Firepit as we discuss this topic from our points of view. Send us Fan Mail Grab your drink and/or something to smoke And come sit at The Firepit Follow Us: Instagram @firepitconversations TikTok @firepit_conversations Apple Podcast: Firepit Conversations Spotify: Firepit Conversations YouTube: @FirepitConversations-c9c And all other major podcast platforms
S6 · E8
March 19 · 58 min
It Just Kinda Sucked
To continue the conversation around culture and adoption, we have invited a special guest to The Firepit. Rhiannon, a transracial adoptee, joins us at The Firepit to share her journey to adoption. Naviagating spaces where she was the only or one of few who looked like her, Rhiannon's story is one you won't want to miss. Send us Fan Mail Grab your drink and/or something to smoke And come sit at The Firepit Follow Us: Instagram @firepitconversations TikTok @firepit_conversations Apple Podcast: Firepit Conversations Spotify: Firepit Conversations YouTube: @FirepitConversations-c9c And all other major podcast platforms
S6 · E7
March 12 · 1 hr 27 min
Culture is Not Optional
What happens when the child that you adopt is of a different ethnicity, race, or religion as you? Is maintaining an adoptee's cultural identity an option or is it a non-negotiable? On this epidsode of Firepit Conversations, we discuss some challenges that are faced and often times ignored when there are cultural, racial, and/or ethnical differences between the adoptee and adoptive parent(s). We know that everyone will have their own opinions on this topic, but on this episode, you get to hear ours, raw and unfiltered. Send us Fan Mail Grab your drink and/or something to smoke And come sit at The Firepit Follow Us: Instagram @firepitconversations TikTok @firepit_conversations Apple Podcast: Firepit Conversations Spotify: Firepit Conversations YouTube: @FirepitConversations-c9c And all other major podcast platforms
S6 · E6
March 5 · 1 hr 7 min
I Was A Family Rumor
Your favorite podcasting brothers welcome Tarcia back to the Firepit. Tarcia is our sister in the adoptee community, Host of The Adoption Journey Podcast, Cofounder of The Black Adoptee Meet Up, Wife, Mother, and apart of the Firepit Conversations family. Tarcia first joined us during our 2nd Season (episode 2, to be exact). Listen as she updates us on her search/reunion process. To including: connecting with her birth father, meeting her half sisters, and navigating reconciliation after family drama. You can find Tarcia's podcast, The Adoption Journey Podcast, on all major podcasting platforms, and follow her on IG @theadoptionjourneypodcast. Send us Fan Mail Grab your drink and/or something to smoke And come sit at The Firepit Follow Us: Instagram @firepitconversations TikTok @firepit_conversations Apple Podcast: Firepit Conversations Spotify: Firepit Conversations YouTube: @FirepitConversations-c9c And all other major podcast platforms
S6 · E5
February 26 · 53 min
Love Doesn't Erase Loss
This season at The Firepit, we have been discussing things that adoptive parents should consider before adopting. While every adoption story is different, all share one common theme, loss. In this episode, we discuss our thoughts on whether love can either "erase" or "trump" loss. It's important to remember that no two adoption stories are the same, and we merely express our thoughts and opinions based on our lived experiences. As we discuss this topic, we share how self reflection, ownership of one's own narrative, and seeking a supportive village can aid in healing and self discovery. Send us Fan Mail Grab your drink and/or something to smoke And come sit at The Firepit Follow Us: Instagram @firepitconversations TikTok @firepit_conversations Apple Podcast: Firepit Conversations Spotify: Firepit Conversations YouTube: @FirepitConversations-c9c And all other major podcast platforms
S6 · E4
February 19 · 1 hr
You Won't Believe Who My Daddy Is!
On this episode, we welcome our special guest Yolanda Hamilton, CEO of the Winning Circle Brand, to the Firepit. She shares her personal adoption story, the loss of her adopted family, and her AncestryDNA test experience. Through DNA testing, Yolanda connected with a half sister, was able to identify her biological father (a well known figure in the community), and a cousin who would help bridge some gaps. As Yolanda strives to continue building relationships with those open to it, there are always some who are hesitant and reluctant to connect. Send us Fan Mail Grab your drink and/or something to smoke And come sit at The Firepit Follow Us: Instagram @firepitconversations TikTok @firepit_conversations Apple Podcast: Firepit Conversations Spotify: Firepit Conversations YouTube: @FirepitConversations-c9c And all other major podcast platforms
S6 · E3
February 12 · 55 min
Adoptees Grow Up
Welcome back to the Firepit. In this episode, our question from ChatGPT is based upon our deep beliefs about life, people and/or the world. We also continue with our discussion around things that potential adoptive parents should consider before deciding to adopt. To include finding your why, normalizing courageous conversations, and addressing one's own feelings about their choice to adopt. And of course we share the things that have burned us up! Send us Fan Mail Grab your drink and/or something to smoke And come sit at The Firepit Follow Us: Instagram @firepitconversations TikTok @firepit_conversations Apple Podcast: Firepit Conversations Spotify: Firepit Conversations YouTube: @FirepitConversations-c9c And all other major podcast platforms
S6 · E2
February 5 · 58 min
From Fostering To Adopt
Deborah Farmer: the Media Maven, author, speaker, advocate, and Mother joins your favorite podcasting bearded brothers at The Firepit. Her passion and desire to inspire others to consider adoption as a pathway to parenthood has fueled her advocacy and mission to educate the others. Deborah shares her experience navigating the foster can licensure, adopting her son, and the intentional effort she has made to maintain his connections with his biological family. She discusses common barriers, fears, and the stigma/shame that some may feel surrounding adoption. Send us Fan Mail Grab your drink and/or something to smoke And come sit at The Firepit Follow Us: Instagram @firepitconversations TikTok @firepit_conversations Apple Podcast: Firepit Conversations Spotify: Firepit Conversations YouTube: @FirepitConversations-c9c And all other major podcast platforms

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