Episode 138

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20th Aug 2026

S3:E08 - Jamayne & Chris | HBCU, Houston, and Louisiana Dads..

Ever wondered what it’s like to be an LGBTQ+ couple navigating the wild world of adoption, parenting, and good old southern hospitality? Well, buckle up because this episode is packed with honesty, humor, and heartwarming insights straight from parents who’ve done it all from adopting multiple kids to cooking, traveling, and dreaming of Coachella.In this episode:

  • The joys and challenges of adopting multiple children quickly and unexpectedly
  • How they navigate connection with birth families and keeping the community close
  • The role of culture, food, and family traditions in shaping their everyday lives
  • Their thoughts on race, identity, and advocating for kids in a changing world
  • Honest fears about the future and excitement for what’s yet to come

Let's celebrate diverse families, authentic stories, and the power of love, one chapter at a time!

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Fathernetics
Dad Hero Stories
Fathernetics | Dad Hero Stories

Real stories from the men who chose fatherhood and everything it took to get there.

From adoption and fostering to IVF and surrogacy, Fathernetics explores the journeys behind modern dads, who they were before, what they faced, and who they became along the way. Centered on LGBTQ+ men, with occasional perspectives from women reflecting on their own fathers, these are honest, unfiltered conversations about identity, resilience, relationships, and the realities of building a family.

Because becoming a dad isn’t simple and it’s never one-size-fits-all.

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