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“I think it’s so sweet your mom recorded everything and I know artists paint and record only what they love. Recording ,though painful to endure being recorded , is a document and testimony forever and has great value. I refused to be photographed as a kid and now I treasure the few photos I have”
Rosie pose5555 via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
08/12/24
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“I really appreciated this family’s story and the history they discovered in Diego’s homeland”
lolofaerie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/24
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PodcastJunkie25 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/25/24
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“I really tried with season two of this podcast. While it reveals a complex and charged picture of international adoption and how this came to be in Guatemala. But this adoptive mom/host is extremely exploitive. HOW can you bring mics into these peoples lives and ask sure cruel questions “do you...”Read full review »
amc619 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/18/23
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“I’ve never left a review on a podcast before but this was fantastic. So many moments gave me chills.”
Canadian02 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/12/23
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“Diego and his mother come off very entitled. It almost appears as getting adopted into a white privileged family has been some sort of horrifying experience. There’s validity to much of the trauma, but it also begs the question, would his quality of life been better had he never been adopted?...”Read full review »
Jmr193183198 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/23
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“I have really enjoyed listening to your podcast. I have worked in post adoption services for three decades, watching adoption unfold around the world. Listening to adoptees tell their stories. I appreciate the effort you put into telling your story, which no doubt overlaps the stories of many...”Read full review »
Beccapiper via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/23
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“I binged this series - found it captivating enough to begin a new episode as often as possible. The background on Guatemalan adoption up until 2007 was fascinating…and heartbreaking. There were times when the mom came across as pretentious and privileged. Despite all the live recordings, I don’t...”Read full review »
brownbear64 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/02/23
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“I found myself touched and repulsed at different times listening to this podcast. The recording of the Guatemalan relatives being used to make a podcast is horrible. I’d like some explanation about this. Are you sending the proceeds of the podcast to Isabel? Does she know she is part of a podcast...”Read full review »
twinklr14 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/17/23
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“A very touching story. As an adoptee I could relate on many levels. Definitely worth your time to listen to Diego’s personal experience.”
DJ JoePop via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/22
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“To know who you are and where you come from is central to the human experience, especially for an adoptee. Diego, who renamed himself Aa Tiko, and his adoptive mother search for answers to questions of who, where, why and what now in this well crafted podcast. International adoption is explored...”Read full review »
CLM wtr1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/22
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“This series is like three stories in one. By following the family you learn a lot about adoption and Guatemala. Great storytelling. Highly recommend for anyone interested in families.”
Yankees Giants Bronx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/18/22
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“I cannot believe this woman has been recording her child his entire life & using him for her journalism career. I am an adoptive mother, and one of the first & most important things I was taught is that my child’s story and background is HERS to tell - not mine or anyone else’s. The...”Read full review »
Kcnd02 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/15/22
“I had the pleasure of crossing paths with Laurie Stern and her son Diego in 2014 almost 8 years ago to the day I had started listening to this podcast. We met in Guatemala and I remember Laurie carrying her recording equipment. She was working on a story. This story! Defining Diego.
We are both...”Read full review »
@Leceta@OUR Guatemala via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/09/22
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“Incredible audio gathered over 24 years documenting Diego's (AaTiko's) adoption from Guatemala. This podcast asks brave questions about international adoption and isn't afraid if the answers make us squirm. Be sure to listen to what unfolds in episode 8. Tremendous work.”Read full review »
Sasha Aslanian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/26/22
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“International adoption is not an easy topic to tackle. I commend Lorie and Diego for their candidness about such an intimate part of their lives. I really appreciate the deep dive into why it is problematic, to put it mildly, and for Lorie examining how she was complicit in what was essentially...”Read full review »
nadi624 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/22
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“This mother and son documentary truly captures the complexity of international adoption. As an international adoptee mother, this podcast resonated so deeply with our family’s experiences. Very, very well done. 😊”
Good Aura via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/22
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“This adoptive mother has been exploiting Diego’s birth family for years. I’m stunned at how she has recorded personal moments and used those in this podcast. And Diego is just as exploitive and pretentious as his adoptive mother. As the mother of internationally adopted children, I wanted to like...”Read full review »
Mick Depp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/22
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“I’m on Episode 4 and up until now have been appreciating the care with which this podcast treated its topic, and the candidness with which Diego’s mom has acknowledged her white liberal naïveté (and to some extent, complicity in a form of colonization, though they haven’t really gone there yet),...”Read full review »
TimJonesYelvington via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/09/22
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“The fascinating, honest, and complicated relationship between adoptive mom Laurie and Diego is the beating heart of this podcast. They are so incredibly reflective and real and their observations are at times heartbreaking and at other times cutting. The backdrop of Guatemalan adoptions...”Read full review »
teacherljk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/08/22
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“The complex theme of international adoption told in a multifaceted and loving way. Including the dialogue with all parties concerned is a uniquely deep exploration. Thank you!”
- allears - via Apple Podcasts ·
Germany ·
11/08/22
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“I did not care for Diego’s attitude and I felt like his mom was way too permissive. Kicking a nurse in the hospital and then blaming her for not being able to take it. Excuse me??? I hope to God he apologized and begged for forgiveness. What a brat.”
rooskies73 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/22
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“Defining Diego had me hooked from the first episode! As an adopted person myself, it is rare to find conversation that involves both the adoptee and adoptive parents speaking so honestly together about adoption and the benefits and losses from both perspectives.
Some topics addressed include:...”Read full review »
JLHMHJBW via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/22
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“As an adoptive mom of a Guatemalan son, I really value this podcast. Laura and Diego did an extraordinary job documenting their journey, delving into the Guatemalan adoption industry, and highlighting the struggles of identity formation for the international adoptee. Very well done.”
Kimmer669 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/22
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“We adopted our son from Guatemala in 2007 just before the shut down. I’m grateful that you shared such an honest account of international adoption and being an adoptive family. Thanks for asking the hard questions and acknowledging the complexities for everyone in the adoption journey. This is so...”Read full review »
JMGUATE via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/31/22
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“I didn’t want to leave a negative review because this is a personal story and it’s not my place to comment on other people’s lived experience. Therefore, my feedback is about the style of the two reporters, not on the content. The way that the mother and son read off of the script makes me...”Read full review »
LoveUU! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/26/22
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“Never heard anything like this and I listen to a lot of podcasts. Moving and englightening. Must listen.”
JaneyfromBrooklyn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/22
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“I’m on Season 2, Episode 2. I can’t believe the stuff she asks Diego’s biological mother. Just add insult to injury, why don’t ya? I don’t know if I can continue listening to this. It makes me cringe!”
MizzDee2000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/22
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“I’m not saying this wasn’t a well produced show with good content but these folks are just so self serving and pretentious. This entire podcast is problematic and white saviorism, let alone exploitative to the home country of Guatemala. This woman is just trying to make herself feel less guilt.”
999Cupcake999 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/22
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“This is such a wonderful
Podcast! Definitely intriguing!”
wpp212 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/05/22
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“Glad to finally hear some Guatemalan representation in the podcast world. Respect for telling your story- I’m excited to hear the rest. 🇬🇹🇬🇹🇬🇹 !!”
z1g702 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/22
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“Well researched material with great interviews shining light on the darkness of the fertility industry and capitalism, RPs, and the struggles of DCP from interesting angles. Recommended.”
Silvaculture via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/20/22
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“This is an amazing tale of my story, a donor conceived adult. I’m shocked at the similarity of many of our stories. I cried at the parent interviews, hearing the other side of the story. Very well done!”
Swassypopo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/11/22
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“I was enjoying this podcast on a long drive but had to stop and shout in disbelief that an explanation for why a character acted as they did was that they were “Boomers!” And the actual explanation was a generalization, a wrong generalization, and offensive. Hint: Don’t characterize an entire...”Read full review »
phyllomania via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/22
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“I plan to keep listening so I can hear out the full story but I would avoid if you’ve dealt with infertility trauma. While so far it seems like the goal is better screening of health data etc by clinics, the reality is that a lot of additional effort required by donors would mean fewer donors and...”Read full review »
KerrieD83 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/22
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“A very thorough and detailed explanation of all sides of a complex and interesting issue. A great listen!”
RainaJ3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/07/22
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“Every time there is a commercial break the next segment repeats half of what the last segment just said. Soooo annoying!! It’s basically 5 mins of a story drawn out into 40 mins.”
C4ta via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/26/22
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“A totally thorough and well-researched presentation of a fascinating, complex, and important topic. The interviews are candid, made possible by the sensitivity, empathy, and consequent interviewee-trust, of T.J. Raphael. Her relaxed and non-judgmental style is perfect, and she keeps your...”Read full review »
Tfhain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/23/22
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“They are very racist and want global warming to continue 😡 🔥🌎🔥😡”
cryptid_co via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/22/22
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“Interesting at first but begin to drag. Unsubscribed”
mrgkay via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/20/22
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“I think the topic is really interesting, but the pace at which it’s delivered from the host is starting to drag on. Not bad for all people, just something to be aware of.”
Akawesome15 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/13/22
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“It’s good, it’s interesting. I feel like they have blinders on a bit. Yes it’s complex BUT should the focus be on a sperm shortage or should it be on why adoption is so prohibitively expensive? Also why is it called sperm donation if they get paid? No one gets paid donating blood. It’s illegal to...”Read full review »
sassmadssass via Apple Podcasts ·
Sweden ·
05/07/22
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“Your abortion politics is of zero interest to this listener.”
Retroranch via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/22
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“It was an interesting - dimensional take on this whole issue until the podcaster had to go all political and and bring up her , fairly irrelevant to the topic, take on the roe v Wade case. You have - or had - listeners who might have been interested in this topic. Sadly U made it a political and...”Read full review »
pattieladdie via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/05/22
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“Such irresponsible reporting that I will be going out of my way to avoid giving business to her sponsors”
bailskmor via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/22
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“Your podcast was fascinating until episode 10. Went off the deep end. Clownish.”
Bijouxw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/22
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“Interesting topic and perspectives presented in the podcast. However, you get to episode 10 she has to go ahead and give her arrogant, unnecessary opinion on child rights. You lost me.”
RoRey11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/22
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“Started out ok. Turned in to a white man bashing podcast.just another woke podcast.”
Mommy2gia via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/04/22
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