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In The Likeness Of God With Amber Knowles
How does knowing that we are made in the likeness of God help believers thrive? Listen in as adoptive mother and non profit leader Amber explores the inextricable link between faith and thriving.
Quality Of Relationship With Kathleen Shiels
“Relationship-based trauma must be healed relationally.” Dr Karyn Purvis, co-founder of TBRI. For adoptees, separation from our birth mother can be our first relational wound so safe, loving relationships can help us heal. Listen as therapist and counsellor Kathleen shares her insights on improving ...
Finding Ted With Ted Leonhardt
To what extent do you play a persona to fit in? It was second nature for adoptee Ted and something he did to extremes. And it brought success in the world. It became so core to the way he navigated life that he was oblivious to it, until he wasn't. Listen in as we talk authenticity, epiphanies and m...
Firing On All Cylinders with Carolyn Bishop
We all function better in life when we are firing on all cylinders. But what helps us do that? Listen in as adoption professional Carolyn shares what works for her. It might work for you...
Coaching & Thriving With Yvonne Howard & Tammy Murphy
Using what we've learned to help others is one of the most powerful things we can do in life. It brings profound meaning to the tough stuff we've been through. It's alchemy. Lead that's weighed us down becomes gold that shines. Listen in as adoptees and coaches Yvonne and Tammy share some of their l...
Changing Our World With David White
Epiphanies change our world. But how do they happen? Listen in as founder and adoptive dad David shares what's changed his world. Profound and empowering.
Honoring Culture With Elizabeth Bucher
One of the most important drivers of transracial adoptees' thriving is honoring their culture. Listen in as adoptive mom and adoption professional Elizabeth shares what she's learning about thriving raising her son who was adopted from South Korea.
Hyper Focus With Steve Fournier
What do you want? For others? For Yourself? Listen in as ex pilot, now non-profit leader Steve shares insights on persistence and relentless hyper focus. Powerful and empowering.
Muscular Love With Brian Newsome
Loving kids with trauma takes a different sort of love, a muscular love. Listen in as Brian who leads a non profit supporting foster and foster/adoptive parents take on muscular love, connecting no matter what and more....
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Simon dives deep into all things related to adoption. Listen and learn.
Deep Reflections and Soulful Conversations
Thriving Adoptees is a soul-stirring exploration of the adoptee healing experience. With deep, thought-provoking questions like ‘What does healing mean to you?’ each episode invites listeners to reflect on their own journeys. This isn’t about quick fixes — it’s about digging deep, challenging perspectives, and embracing growth. Simon creates a safe space for honest, vulnerable conversations that feel more like spiritual awakenings than interviews. Raw, insightful, and transformative, this podcast offers a rare depth that stays with you long after you’ve finished listening.
Adoptee to adoptee power
Simon selects an array of adoptee voices, provides a comfortable space for intimacy, all focused on healing; what could be better?
Thriving Adoptees Going Strong
It’s no wonder Thriving Adoptees is celebrating with 500 episodes! I am an adoptee that absolutely appreciates the messages of hope and growth that both Simon and his guests boldly speak. These episodes provide us all with the invitation of: What if we were to challenge our thoughts and tell ourselves a new story? One that’s more accurate and provides empowering thoughts and beliefs, instead of staying stuck in the same place and ways of thinking.
Thriving Together
adoption Simon’s podcast covers a wide range of topics, including mindfulness, self-care, and relationships. This diversity ensures that there's always something for everyone, regardless of their interests or adoption journey circumstances. A binge-worthy show!
Help on our healing journey
Simon is fabulous at welcoming an array of adoptee perspectives on healing. He connects with adoptees from around the globe and offers illuminating conversations that help us all on our healing journey.
Thriving On
Simon has lots of energy and a good spirit. I enjoy listening to him. I highly recommend adding this podcast to your favorites.
Insightful Podcast
Simon has a way of helping his guests really get to the important issues, exploring what it means to live as an adoptee through the different stages of life’s and how we can thrive through it all!
I always learn something new
Simon brings on a variety of guests who focus on the healing journey. It’s very helpful for me as an adoptive parent to hear these important voices.









