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Wards of the State

Dillard Media
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Hosted by Karlos Dillard — author, speaker, and outspoken foster care advocate — this powerful podcast pulls back the curtain on the hidden realities of the foster care and adoption systems. Each week, Karlos sits down with former foster youth and adoptees to share raw, unfiltered stories of resilience, survival, and truth. With his background in entertainment and production, Karlos brings a unique blend of depth, authenticity, and unexpected humor to each episode. Expect real conversations that are eye-opening, moving, and even laugh-out-loud at times.If you would like to share your lived experience, fill out this <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZwdv6RQrI49p0kqtzBblV5eQIGAE81dV3Ey3ZQRgmWOeS1A/viewform?usp=preview" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">form </a>
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Audience: Under 4K / month
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Ep: 87 "Jeanette"

Thu Nov 20 2025

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In this episode of the podcast, Karlos Dillard speaks with Jeanette Yoffe, a psychotherapist and advocate in the field of foster care and adoption. Jeanette shares her personal journey through the foster care system, her experiences with adoption, and the complexities of identity and attachment. They discuss the historical context of adoption, the impact of mental health on family dynamics, and the importance of therapeutic parenting. Jeanette emphasizes the need for understanding and compassion for those who have experienced trauma, and she offers valuable advice for youth navigating similar challenges. Watch the Video Podcast!  If you would like to be on the show, please fill out the form here  www.JeanetteYoffe.com YouTube Channel:  Jeanette-ically Speaking About  Foster Care Adoption and Mental Health If you are experiencing a mental health crisis/emergency,  please contact the 24 hour-7 day a week, crisis line:  LA COUNTY ACCESS at 1-800-854-7771 NEW CHILDREN’S BOOKS:  What is Adoption? for Kids What is Foster Care? For Kids

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In this episode of the podcast, Karlos Dillard speaks with Jeanette Yoffe, a psychotherapist and advocate in the field of foster care and adoption. Jeanette shares her personal journey through the foster care system, her experiences with adoption, and the complexities of identity and attachment. They discuss the historical context of adoption, the impact of mental health on family dynamics, and the importance of therapeutic parenting. Jeanette emphasizes the need for understanding and compassion for those who have experienced trauma, and she offers valuable advice for youth navigating similar challenges. Watch the Video Podcast!  If you would like to be on the show, please fill out the form here  www.JeanetteYoffe.com YouTube Channel:  Jeanette-ically Speaking About  Foster Care Adoption and Mental Health If you are experiencing a mental health crisis/emergency,  please contact the 24 hour-7 day a week, crisis line:  LA COUNTY ACCESS at 1-800-854-7771 NEW CHILDREN’S BOOKS:  What is Adoption? for Kids What is Foster Care? For Kids

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Top 62.8% by pitch volume (Rank #31402 of 50,000)
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4.7
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Episode count
92
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Feb 10, 2026
Social followers
148.5K

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Latest episode date
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Hosted by Karlos Dillard — author, speaker, and outspoken foster care advocate — this powerful podcast pulls back the curtain on the hidden realities of the foster care and adoption systems. Each week, Karlos sits down with former foster youth and adoptees to share raw, unfiltered stories of resilience, survival, and truth. With his background in entertainment and production, Karlos brings a unique blend of depth, authenticity, and unexpected humor to each episode. Expect real conversations that are eye-opening, moving, and even laugh-out-loud at times.If you would like to share your lived experience, fill out this <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZwdv6RQrI49p0kqtzBblV5eQIGAE81dV3Ey3ZQRgmWOeS1A/viewform?usp=preview" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">form </a>

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