We’re excited to share our brand-new podcast, Let’s Talk About Fostering. Hosted by Faye, the podcast brings together real voices from across the Polaris Community, including care-experienced people, foster carers, those who grew up in fostering households, and fostering professionals. Together, they talk openly and honestly about what fostering is really like – the ups, the challenges, and everything in between.
In the first three episodes, you’ll hear from Jo August, our CEO, who grew up in a fostering family and brings over 35 years’ experience in the sector; Alison and Theresa, foster carers, sharing their personal journeys; and Jim McGarrigle, Responsible Individual across a number of our fostering services.
All offering insight from years of professional experience. Together, they explore fostering from every angle, grounded in real life, not theory.
The podcast is full of honest stories from foster parents, myth-busting conversations about fostering, practical tips, and insights from the journey. You’ll also hear from care-experienced staff, people who grew up in fostering, and long-time foster carers. It’s perfect for anyone who is curious about fostering, unsure if it’s right for them, or looking for reassurance from people who’ve been there.
It’s a space to listen, learn, and reflect, hearing real experiences that can help you decide what fostering might look like for you.
Click here to watch – or search ‘Let’s Talk About Fostering’ on your chosen podcast platform.
Three episodes available now
How you can support the podcast
If you’re able to, here’s how you can help us share these important conversations:
- Listen – tune in and explore the episodes
- Engage – like, follow, subscribe and leave a review
- Share – help spread the word within your own networks
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