Chameleon Chat with Kate McCann, Transracial, International Adoptee & Biological Mother
New Chameleon Chat: A Conversation with Kate McCann.
In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of Chameleon Chat, I’m joined by Kate McCann—a Korean, transracial, international adoptee and biological mother. Adopted into a white American family in 1987, Kate shares how the trauma of relinquishment and adoption has touched every corner of her life, from identity and belonging to pregnancy and parenting. Kate speaks candidly about the intersection of being both an adoptee and a biological mom, offering a rare dual perspective that challenges common narratives around adoption. Her hope is to advocate for adoptees, biological parents, and struggling families by spreading deeper understanding and shedding light on the lifelong impact of relinquishment. Whether you're part of the adoption constellation or simply ready to hear a truth that often goes unspoken, this conversation will move you, inform you, and invite you to see adoption through a more compassionate and informed lens.
We discussed statistics about suicide with adoptees and birth mothers. Here is the study, A Preliminary Exploration into Adoption Reunions: https:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555968231690
Listen Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jrj5yl6K-Ds
Chameleon Chat with Lisa Chism, The Adopted Nurse
New Chameleon Chat with Danielle Gaudette 🎙️ From Frozen to Free: Our Journey as Adoptee Healers
In this heartfelt conversation, Danielle Gaudette and I open up about how our personal experiences with adoption trauma led us to become trauma-informed healing practitioners. We share how we moved through the comfortable state of staying frozen and took our first brave steps toward healing, wholeness, and helping others do the same. We talk about the paths that led us to Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Embodiment Practices, and nervous system regulation, and how our lived experiences shape the way we teach and support others today.
💫 Plus: We introduce our new 60-minute video workshop! Created as a supportive tool for anyone navigating anxiety, grief, emotional overwhelm, or daily stress that is too much.
This workshop includes:
• Two EFT sessions with Danielle
• A trauma-sensitive embodiment practice with me
• A guided meditation (perfect for shavasana or seated rest)
This is a self-paced, nervous-system-friendly resource you can return to anytime you need grounding or emotional support. 🎁 Special Intro Price: $22.22 through May
Regular price: $33.33
➤ Get access now:https://lorahgerald.com/classes-%26-m...➤
Learn more about Danielle: https://daniellegaudette.com/
Listen Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kg0ETq2FJ0Y&t=5s
Chameleon Chat with Lisa Chism, The Adopted Nurse
Chameleon Chat with Dr. Lisa Chism | The Adopted Nurse Chosen, Baby Scoop Era and Trauma Informed Care In this powerful episode of Chameleon Chat, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Chism—also known as The Adopted Nurse—for a heartfelt and deeply informative conversation. Dr. Chism is the Clinical Director of the Oakland Macomb Center for Breast Health and a leading expert in women’s healthcare. With over 15 years of experience supporting breast cancer survivors and high-risk patients, she holds multiple specialty certifications: 🩺 Certified Menopause Practitioner (The Menopause Society) 🩺 Certified Sexuality Counselor (AASECT) 🩺 Certified in Breast Care (Oncology Nursing Society) She has established a specialized clinic dedicated to menopause and sexual health for women affected by breast cancer, and she served as the lead author of the 2023 Menopause Society’s non-hormonal treatment position statement. Beyond the clinic, Dr. Chism is a national speaker, university guest lecturer, and author of the widely used textbook The Doctor of Nursing Practice, now in its fifth edition. She was named Menopause Practitioner of the Year in 2011 and is a Fellow of both the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the American Academy of Nursing. In this episode, we talk about her latest book, The Adopted Nurse: A Memoir of Courage, Compassion, and Hope, which explores her personal journey as an adoptee and how it has shaped her professional path. 📚 The Adopted Nurse is available on Amazon https://shorturl.at/HjxDAJoin us for a meaningful discussion at the intersection of adoption, identity and how we can do better going forward with a more trauma informed lens.
Listen Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze-73HO7HWc
Chameleon Chat Mother's Day Edition with Renee Gelin, Katie Burns and Lisa Elaine Scott
Special Mother's Day Edition: The Truth About Coercion in Adoption Join me for a powerful conversation with Lisa Elaine Scott, director of the upcoming documentary All You Have is Love, Renee Gelin, founder of Saving Our Sisters, and Katie Burns of The Family Preservation Project, https://thefamilypreservationproject..... In this special Mother's Day edition of Chameleon Chat, we shine a light on the darker side of the adoption industry, discussing the coercive and unethical practices that continue to drive the supply-and-demand system for babies. You’ll hear powerful personal stories and preview early clips from All You Have is Love, which is still in production. 🔔 Stay informed – Subscribe to the film's newsletter at https://allyouhaveislove.com/💞 Support the mission – These organizations need your help to continue their vital work. 🙏 Donate to Saving Our Sisters or volunteer through their Sisters on the Ground initiative. Visit their site for more information, https://savingoursistersadoption.org/ Let’s amplify the voices of mothers and advocates working for truth, transparency, and family preservation.
Listen Now:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85SKB6Bds10&list=PLpRHKXIrl1D5waVBEEZ-7VkEWaSi8_Ljj
Chameleon Chat with Moses Farrow
Moses Farrow, LMFT is a trauma therapist, educator and activist. He works primarily with the victims of the global child supply market run by the human trafficking industry. He leads a mission-driven life that has helped him turn his own pain into purpose. As a toddler, he was taken from his homeland of South Korea and was brought up in the U.S. Along with the 20+ years in the mental health field, he raises awareness as a survivor of child abuse and suicide loss. In 2018, he wrote a tell-all blog article aimed to set the record straight about the childhood abuse, trauma, and losses of Tam, Lark, and Thaddeus while under the care of actress, Mia Farrow. For the last ten years, Moses has started numerous initiatives and projects with a focus on child abuse prevention, anti-racism, suicide awareness, disability pride, and human trafficking. Currently, he started the Society For Adoption Truth in 2024 with a mission to expose and stop the crimes of taking, trafficking, and murdering children in the global child supply market.
Find out more at: Websites: https://mosesfarrow.com/
https://societyforadoptiontruth.org/
Listen Now: Part 1- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_HCM03jDBk&t=1214s
Chameleon Chat with Dezaray, The Outspoken Adoptee
In this episode, I speak with the Outspoken Adoptee, Dezaray. I had technical problems and the first part was not recorded. I was fortunate that this was recorded. It is a really good segment. We are talking about EMDR and IFS, as well as other ways for adoptees to help with trauma. Find The Outspoken Adoptee Facebook: 
/ theoutspokenadoptee
Instagram: 
/ theoutspokenadoptee
TikTok: 
/ stilloutspokenadoptee
YouTube: 
/ @theoutspokenadoptee
Bio:https://bio.site/TheOutspokenAdoptee
Unfortunately, some of our chat didn't record. Listen to a good part of our conversation here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZdHyd74aeo&list=PLpRHKXIrl1D5waVBEEZ-7VkEWaSi8_Ljj&index=2&t=7s
Chameleon Chat with Stefani, The Evolving Adoptee
Join me and Stefani, The Evolving Adoptee, as we reflect on our journeys of growth and healing as adoptees. Stefani was one of the first adoptees I connected with on social media, and we’ve walked similar paths in our advocacy and personal healing. In this conversation, we share our experiences, offer advice for adoptees who may be just beginning to navigate life beyond the fog, and provide insights for adoptive parents looking to support their adopted children with more understanding and care.
Connect with Stefani: The Evolving Adoptee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evolvingado...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AA2X5...
Join her private Facebook group: Adoptee Healing Collective-https://www.facebook.com/share/1FMdGq...
Listen Now https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7h5KAqr_L4&list=PLpRHKXIrl1D5waVBEEZ-7VkEWaSi8_Ljj&index=4&t=1431s
Chameleon Chat with Connor Howe, Adopted Connor
Listen as Adopted Connor and I talk about how we feel about open adoption and closed adoption. We talk about social media and how we are treated. We also discuss mental health issues adoptees face and how adoptees can get equal rights.
Adopted Connor can be found on IG https://www.instagram.com/adopted_con...
TT https://www.tiktok.com/@adopted_conno...
and his website https://adoptionfailedus.com/
Listen now https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKqWlqg-eMA&list=PLpRHKXIrl1D5waVBEEZ-7VkEWaSi8_Ljj&index=5