Episode 12 | Kim & Emma

In this episode of Because She's Adopted, hosts Kristal Parke, Kim, and Emma explore the complexities of adoption, personal stories, and the importance of community. Kim shares her adoption journey, including her reunion with her birth mother and the emotional challenges that come with it. Emma provides her perspective as a partner supporting Kim through her experiences. Together, they discuss the significance of connecting with other adoptees and the impact of their relationships on their identities.

Guest Bios

Emma is an editor and producer based in Brooklyn, New York. Her background is in visual art and museum education, where she's created audio guides, wall texts, and podcasts. 

Kim is a visual artist and designer based in Brooklyn, New York. Kim enjoys beach detritus, Halloween decorations, and their dog, Nova. 

Connect with Kim

Emma's Mom's Memoir - Waiting to Forget by Margaret Moorman

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/916335.Waiting_to_Forget

Socials: https://www.instagram.com/wildbod?igsh=N3V4ZHRscmticWpq

Website: http://Wildernessbodies.com

Kim's Art Show

https://www.wassaicproject.org/exhibitions/this-must-be-the-place

Connect with Kristal

Website: https://kristalparke.net/

Merch | Voices Collection: https://kristalparke.net/merch/

Email: kristal@becauseshesadopted.com

Socials:

@kristalparkeofficial

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristalparkeofficial/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@KristalParkeOfficial

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristalparkeofficial

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