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PODCAST

Family Twist: A Podcast Exploring DNA Surprises and Family Secrets

Corey and Kendall Stulce

Welcome to Family Twist, the podcast that dives deep into the tangled webs of family secrets and DNA surprises. Each episode, hosts Corey and Kendall Austin Stulce explore the complex and challenging truths that come with discovering you are a non-parent expected (NPE) individual—someone whose familial origins aren"t what they seemed. Through candid interviews with people from the NPE, adoptee, and donor-conceived communities, Family Twist offers a platform for stories of unexpected parentage,

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42:40

What Happens When Your “Aunt” Is Actually Your Mother?

Family Twist: A Podcast Exploring DNA Surprises and... ·

2025/02/25

What happens when the life you’ve always known changes in an instant? For Natalie, a single conversation just before her 18th birthday unraveled everything she thought she knew about herself. She grew up believing she was the biological child of her Filipino immigrant parents—until they sat her and her triplet siblings down and revealed a shocking truth: they were conceived using an egg donor.In this eye-opening episode of Family Twist, we dive into Natalie’s incredible journey of identity, family,

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42:30

From DNA Surprise to Maximum Security

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2025/02/18

What would you do if a DNA test revealed a biological parent you never knew existed—who also happened to be serving a life sentence in a maximum-security prison? That’s exactly what happened to our guest, Brad Ewell. In this powerful three-part series, Brad shares his incredible journey from uncovering a decades-old family secret to standing face-to-face with his biological father inside Angola State Penitentiary.From DNA Surprise to Maximum SecurityIn this final installment, Brad takes us through

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38:47

Shocking Family Secrets Keep Unraveling

Family Twist: A Podcast Exploring DNA Surprises and... ·

2025/02/11

In part one, we learned how Brad Ewell’s entire world changed with a single DNA test. What he thought was just a fun ancestry experiment unraveled a family secret buried for 49 years. A message from a stranger. A birth certificate with missing details. A phone call that ended in stunned silence. And finally, the words that changed everything:"Bradley, you're adopted. And we’ve been trying to figure out how to tell you."But that was just the beginning of Brad’s journey.Shocking Family Secrets Keep

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31:04

From Horror Fan to Horror Story

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2025/02/04

Some stories are so unbelievable, they sound like they belong in a movie. But this isn’t fiction—this is Family Twist. And for this special crossover episode, we’re also bringing our Horror Heals audience along for the ride.Brad Ewell thought he knew who he was. That changed in an instant.What started as a simple curiosity—one of those “Hey, let’s do a DNA test for fun” moments—turned into a slow-burning, reality-shifting discovery. A message from a stranger. A birth certificate that didn’t quite

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21:02

Stream NPE Documentary for Free

Family Twist: A Podcast Exploring DNA Surprises and... ·

2025/01/29

In this episode of Family Twist, we sit down with Jon Baime, the writer, producer, and director of the powerful NPE documentary, Filling in the Blanks. Now streaming for free on Amazon Prime, Tubi, and the Roku Channel, the film explores Jon’s personal journey as a donor-conceived individual and the emotional discoveries that unfolded after taking a DNA test.Jon shares candid insights into how his father’s adamant resistance to DNA testing led to life-altering revelations, as well as the complex

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30:35

Lost and Found: The Adoption Story Behind Family Twist

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2025/01/21

Corey and Kendall take a trip down memory lane, revisiting Kendall’s incredible adoption story—the inspiration behind Family Twist. For new listeners who may have missed the beginning, and loyal fans who want to hear more, Kendall shares untold details about his journey from being adopted as a baby to discovering his birth family at age 47 through a DNA kit.Listener Anne’s touching letter prompts Kendall to reflect deeply on the loss of his adoptive parents, Betty and Rubel, who adopted him after

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21:49

Why Saying No to Family Can Be the Healthiest Choice

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2025/01/14

In this unforgettable continuation of Karen’s journey, we dive deeper into the raw, real, and often messy world of family relationships. Karen opens up about the bold choices she’s made to protect her well-being, the bittersweet beauty of reconnection, and the courage it takes to set boundaries—even with the people we love most.Why Saying No to Family Can Be the Healthiest ChoiceHere’s what you’ll hear in this episode:When love isn’t enough: Karen shares the hard truth behind stepping away from her

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28:03

A Half-Sister's Passing and an Adoptee's Awakening

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2025/01/07

What if the worst day of someone else’s life was also the beginning of your greatest revelation? In this jaw-dropping episode of Family Twist, we explore an adoptee’s extraordinary journey, starting with a mysterious medical episode and culminating in an emotional family reunion. But it’s the uncanny connection to her half-sister—a woman she never met—that will leave you questioning fate itself.A Half-Sister's Passing and an Adoptee's AwakeningHere’s why you’ll want to listen:Discover how a simple

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03:35

Twisting Out of 2024 and Into 2025

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2024/12/31

We reflect on our wonderful guests from 2024, and tease what's to come in 2025!

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01:13:18

Breaking the Stigma As the Child of an Affair

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2024/12/17

Episode Description:In this special expanded edition of Family Twist, Corey and Kendall revisit 2024’s most downloaded episode featuring Pam, a courageous advocate who discovered through DNA testing that she is the child of an affair. Pam shares the emotional journey of uncovering her biological parentage, navigating family dynamics, and becoming an advocate for others in the NPE (Not Parent Expected) community.Kendall also dives into his own DNA discovery story, revealing the life-changing

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15:44

The Lost Episode of Family Twist

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2024/12/10

Make sure and listen to episode 100 of The Family Twist Podcast before listening to this "lost," bonus episode with Monica Hall.The Lost Episode of Family TwistIn this special “lost” episode, we reconnect with the unforgettable Monica Hall, whose previous appearance left us laughing, crying, and marveling at her resilience. This time, Monica dives even deeper into her extraordinary journey of healing, empowerment, and reconciling with her past. Monica shares stories about finding the daughter she

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33:51

Unearthing Grit, Family Secrets and Finding Strength

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2024/12/03

In this episode of Family Twist, Corey and Kendall sit down with Jill Krizinovich, better known by her pen name, Margo Reilly. Jill is the author of the forthcoming memoir When You Shake the Family Tree and its predecessor When the Apple Falls Far from the Tree. Jill shares her remarkable journey of resilience and self-discovery, navigating family secrets, a shocking DNA discovery, and the ripple effects of generational trauma.Unearthing Grit, Family Secrets and Finding StrengthListen as Jill

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05:08

Turning Thanksgiving Memories into Traditions

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2024/11/26

Welcome to a special Thanksgiving episode of Family Twist! As the holiday season kicks off, Corey and Kendall take a brief pause to share heartfelt moments of gratitude and reflect on Thanksgiving traditions from their childhoods to today. From Kendall’s memories of his father’s long holiday weekends and lively house-hopping parties in Missouri to Corey’s packed family gatherings and their early days hosting “Thanksgiving orphans” in California, this episode is full of nostalgic warmth and

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31:18

Switched at Birth, Saved by Love

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2024/11/19

For Shirley, life was a mystery with pieces that never quite fit—until a DNA test in 2001 revealed the unthinkable truth: she had been switched at birth. Raised in one family and belonging by blood to another, Shirley’s world was upended. In her memoir, The Little Dark One: A True Story of Switched at Birth, she recounts the trials and triumphs that followed, from grappling with family secrets to finding her place in a supportive community of adoptees and others with similar experiences.When Corey

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19:27

This Episode Will Change How You See Adoption

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2024/11/12

In part two of this eye-opening conversation, Kendall Stulce and Rich Uhrlaub pick up where they left off, diving even deeper into the emotional highs and lows of the adoption journey. This episode unveils the unfiltered realities adoptees face, from unexpected family rejections to the healing power of creative expression. Rich continues sharing insights into his musical For the Record(s), a powerful work that voices the silenced stories of adoptees and birth families, capturing the struggle to

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26:04

The Musical Exposing Adoption’s Darkest Secrets

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2024/11/05

In this gripping episode, Kendall Stulce opens up a powerful, no-holds-barred conversation with writer, advocate, and adoptee Rich Uhrlaub, the creative mind behind For the Records—a bold new musical that brings the haunting truths of adoption to the stage. Set in 1967, Rich’s musical unravels the hidden heartache of the baby scoop era, a time when adoption was shrouded in secrecy, leaving adoptees to grapple with questions about their identities and worth.The Musical Exposing Adoption’s Darkest

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23:21

Tricks, Treats, and Trauma Healing: A Halloween...

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2024/10/29

In this special Halloween crossover episode, Corey and Kendall invite listeners into the unique space where family stories and horror healing meet. As the founders of both Family Twist and Horror Heals, Corey and Kendall explore the ways that family traditions, especially around Halloween, can bring people closer together—even in the most unexpected ways.Our guest, Darin, is a Halloween enthusiast and devoted family man who has woven spooky traditions into his family life. Together, Corey, Kendall,

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20:42

Switched at Birth: A Journey of Faith, Family, and...

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2024/10/22

In this episode, Corey and Kendall Stulce sit down with Shirley Muñoz Newson, a Gillette, Wyoming wife, mother, grandmother, and author of The Little Dark One. Shirley shares her incredible story of discovering, at age 43, that she was switched at birth. What followed was a journey filled with shock, emotional upheaval, and a courageous search for identity. With unshakable faith, the support of her family, and years of therapy, Shirley found the strength to tell her story in her memoir. Join us as

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30:31

What Your Therapist Isn’t Telling You

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2024/10/18

In this special crossover bonus episode, we share an insightful conversation from our sister podcast, Horror Heals, where we explore how horror can be a powerful tool for healing trauma. Corey and Kendall dive into Kendall’s adoption journey and DNA found family story, connecting it to the themes of resilience and recovery that often arise in both horror films and real-life experiences.What Your Therapist Isn’t Telling YouGuest: Dr. Ashley AllenWe’re joined by Dr. Ashley Allen, a licensed clinical

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27:01

Discovering Roots in Sicily and Indigenous Heritage

Family Twist: A Podcast Exploring DNA Surprises and... ·

2024/10/15

In Part 2 of our heartfelt conversation with Cree filmmaker, Kristal Parke, we explore her journey of reconnecting with her Opaskwayak Cree Nation roots and her Sicilian heritage. From embracing her Indigenous identity to the emotional weight of her birth family reunion, Kristal reflects on how her documentary, Because She’s Adopted, has helped her and others process the deep impacts of adoption. Join us as we dive into the transformative power of heritage and family bonds.Discovering Roots in

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