Finding the Joys in the Journey: Recent Episodes
Phil Wheeler
A podcast FOR foster parents, BY foster parents. In this podcast, we will have interviews and round table type discussions with foster parents, foster kiddos, caseworkers, therapists, and just about anyone else who plays a part in the foster care system. The good, the bad, and the ugly, but focusing on the good. Advice, tips, and anything else that can help in a time of need. The main rule that we have is “no caseworker bashing”. There are problems in the system, and they can and will be addressed, but not in the form of pointing the finger at specific people.
Mindy & Phil go over updates, date night, and other good information in their typical style of chaos
Mindy & Phil talk about updated to their family, and ramble about other stuff of interest
Phil talks to Amanda Mahan, a former member of the ICAC Taskforce (Internet Crimes Against Children), about how to proactively monitor and protect your kiddos, and what to do when you see a problem.
Mindy & Phil talk about more of the stuff they have learned through their foster care journey.
Eve McNeill talk about her research into foster care and the App she is developing. Also, this is our FIRST international interview on the show!
Mindy & Phil talk about annoyances in foster care. Phil has been drinking and Mindy takes this and runs with it, for a bit of comic relief...lol
Mindy & Phil talk about arguments, between each other and with kiddos. Also, outtakes were left in for a bit of comedy...
Mindy & Phil talk about Trauma and how it affects people. Also, what trauma informed care is and why it is important.
Mindy and Phil talk about conflict resolution, and go off on tangents as usual, but they are full of good information
Hectic week, so we didn't have time to plan much. So we just go over a recap of our week with lessons learned and tips to handle things.
Mindy & Phil go over things they have learned recently and over 6 years of being foster parents
Phil speaks to Angi, the co founder of Threads of Change Berks about the organization and what the provide for the foster community.
Mindy & Phil talk about safety in your home and explain some of the reasons behind some of the safety rules. Also some tips and tricks for keeping your family safe.
Phil interviews Eleanor of Richie's Wish, a non profit who helps provide for foster kids and also provides upgraded visit spaces
A vague description of things we do almost daily to deal with typical issues we encounter. Our typical rambling style covering daily struggles.
This week, Phil is joined by Becky Suglia, a licensed clinical social worker, who has LOTS of personal and professional experience with the LGBTQ+ community. She answers lots of questions and gives great information. Please also visit our web site for more info on Becky.
Mindy & Phil talk about holiday beliefs and how to handle them. They also touch on religion and using proper words to avoid offending or insulting people (hopefully).
Mindy & Phil Discuss some emotional red flags they have seen with their current placement
Mindy & Phil discuss what it is like the 1st night of a placement and talk through some DO's and DON'Ts that they use to guide them.
Alex from Barely Braided Podcast and I talk about our time as foster parents. You can find more about Alex and Barely Braided at https://www.facebook.com/barelybraidedpodcast
Mindy & Phil discuss ideas for family activities. In typical Mindy style, most are free or low cost.
Mindy & Phil go over some of the questions you should be asking when you get a placement call
Phil talks to Kristi, another foster/adoptive parent about her life as a foster/adoptive parent
Mindy "interviews" Phil about what this podcast is all about and what is planned for the future