Season 2

Unbelievably Resilient's (formerly FosterStrong) mission is to empower current and former foster youth to reclaim their narratives by authentically sharing their journeys, as alumni of foster care, and moving from trauma to triumph. Listen in as UR shows you what it means to embrace resilience as an identity. Come along as they share their stories and introduce you to extraordinary alumni from across the country.

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Episode 9

Coach JJ (Josh Johns), an amazing alumnus of care, reflects the impact of relationships and his love-hate relationship with growing up in foster care

Foster care podcast host Adrian McLemore

Episode 10

Talking about sex can often stir up a myriad of emotions for foster youth. Tune in to be better equipped and emboldened to explore positive sexual health.

Foster care podcast host Lino Peña-Martinez

Episode 11

Award-winning mentor and alumna of care La Tika Jefferey is a mother of two and mentor to many. Hear more about her journey as a 21 year old adoptee and intention to impact future generations of youth in foster care.

Episode 12

What does it means to be resilient? Here, the crew shares what their personal relationship with resilience has looked like, and how they define resilience for themselves after a childhood in foster care; as well as a discussion about the relationship between resilient superheroes and their representation as “orphans” in the media.