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PODCAST

Wards of the State

Dillard Management LLC

Hosted by Karlos Dillard — author, speaker, and outspoken foster care advocate — this powerful podcast pulls back the curtain on the hidden realities of the foster care and adoption systems. Each week, Karlos sits down with former foster youth and adoptees to share raw, unfiltered stories of resilience, survival, and truth. With his background in entertainment and production, Karlos brings a unique blend of depth, authenticity, and unexpected humor to each episode. Expect real conversations that are

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52:53

Ep: 34 "Elizabeth"

Wards of the State ·

2022/12/05

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Elizabeth who was adopted at 6 weeks old. She shares her terrifying experience living in an adoptive home where unfortunately she was abused in many ways. She also shares her experience in the troubled teen industry. Be sure to follow the guest on social media: GaslitphoenixWatch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here

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Ep: 33 "Zina"

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2022/11/16

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Zina and she shares her experience about her transracial adoption and what her adoptive parents did RIGHT! Even though they did a lot of things right Zina let us know how difficult it was growing up as a Black woman, and what her white adoptive parents could have done a little better! Be sure to follow the guest on social media @warriorprincesszWatch the video of this episode only on Patreon

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58:06

Ep: 32 "Jay"

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2022/11/01

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Jay, a former foster youth from New York City who started off in an abusive kinship placement and was then removed and started their childhood journey in the foster care system. He stayed in a catholic run youth center for 8 years. He also shares his experience being an LGBT youth in the system.Be sure to follow the guest on social media @uglybestfrannnx10Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon

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51:10

Ep: 31 "Heather"

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2022/10/21

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode I am joined by Heather with was an adoptee in a closed adoption. She speaks about the trauma she experienced being thrown into mental hospitals and different programs. She also shares her experience with the troubled teen industry Be sure to follow the guest on social media @Texana44 Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here

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Ep: 30 "Julie"

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2022/09/28

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, Julie tells us about her International adoption from her home country of Peru. She also shares her experience in an orphanage and adoption Trauma and getting through the FOG as an adult.Be sure to follow the guest on social media @Jules.in.the.wildWatch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here

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Ep: 29 "Shiv"

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2022/09/19

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Shiv an adoptee who was adopted though LDS family services, and shares here experience with the Mormon church and her parents. She overall has had a positive experience with her adoptive parents but suffered religion trauma. Be sure to follow the guest on social media @Shiv_adopteeWatch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here

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58:50

Ep: 27 "Marki"

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2022/08/24

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Marki a former foster youth and adoptee who lets us know that foster/adoptive parents can be heavily abusive, the system does nothing about it, and the community doesn't listen when we speak up as children. The system gives people children who should never have them.We also speak about Mental illness and generational trauma linked to maternal separation. Be sure to follow the guest on social media @malarkijoyWatch the video of this episode only on

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Ep: 26 "Lizette"

Wards of the State ·

2022/08/09

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Lizette, a Kinship adoptee who experienced a very untraditional adoption. We spoke about the benefits and flaws of Kinship adoption, informal adoptions, and the stigma surrounding adoption. Lizette’s story is one of the most interesting we have had on the podcast to date. Be sure to follow the guest on social media @Lizette.cmWatch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to

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38:41

Ep: 25 "Empress"

Wards of the State ·

2022/07/06

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Empress a former foster youth that aged out. We talk about independent living programs, foster care statistics and spreading awareness. Be sure to follow the guest on social media @Empresstlove333Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1v7bvzVA12m64Ujr-I9eQcR5UKO8vOIMjDdNic0YYLFg/prefill

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35:37

Biological Parents Special: "Intersectional Adoptee"

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2022/06/02

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Intersectional adoptee who shares their experiences as an international transracial adoptee as well as a first mom. There is so much intersectionality in this episode be sure to listen!Be sure to follow the guest on social media @intersectionaladopteeWatch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here

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81:24

The Truth about Hope

Wards of the State ·

2022/05/28

if you are aware of the story if the illegal adoption on TIKTOK that happen this week here is the truth

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61:55

Biological Parents Special: "Dee"

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2022/05/18

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Dee also known as @HonestBirthMom on Tiktok and she shares her experienceas a first mother in private adoption. We speak about how she was lied to and coerced and what assistance birth parents need. Be sure to follow Dee on Tiktok @honestbirthmomWatch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here

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84:15

Biological Parents Special: "CJ"

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2022/05/09

Hey Light Shiners! We have a special month of episodes this month where we will highlight first/birth parents. In this episode, I am joined by CJ a first father whose child was given up for adoption without his consent. He speaks about how this affected him and why he thinks racism was the main reason it happened. Follow CJ on Social Media at https://www.tiktok.com/@childlessparentand his website https://cjmiler105.com/Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon

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Ep: 24 "Leija"

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2022/04/26

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Leija an adoptee whose parents were immigrants and lost custody of her. She talks about her relationship with her adoptive parents and her reunification with her biological family. Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1v7bvzVA12m64Ujr-I9eQcR5UKO8vOIMjDdNic0YYLFg/prefill Please help us keep

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Ep: 23 "Angela"

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2022/04/21

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Angela Proudfoot a Crown Ward who suffered severe abuse at the hands of her biological parents. They speak about how the cps system in Canada failed them and how they and many others are fighting back!Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1v7bvzVA12m64Ujr-I9eQcR5UKO8vOIMjDdNic0YYLFg/prefill

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53:40

Ep: 22 "Lucy"

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2022/04/15

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Lucy, a former foster youth who was bounced between several homes. She explains the abuse she went through in those homes and how she reunified with her father in the end. Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1v7bvzVA12m64Ujr-I9eQcR5UKO8vOIMjDdNic0YYLFg/prefill Please help us keep shining

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42:40

Ep: 21 "Theo"

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2022/04/07

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Theo a queer adoptee who was adopted by religious senior citizens and they explain to me how the age gap and religious views made it hard to grow up them.Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1v7bvzVA12m64Ujr-I9eQcR5UKO8vOIMjDdNic0YYLFg/prefill Please help us keep shining light on the

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Ep: 20 "Lady Snow"

Wards of the State ·

2022/03/29

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by LadySnow a Bi-Racial, Transracial adoptee who was born with cerebral palsy. She speaks about reunification with her biological father but her biological mother does not want a relationship. We also speak on how adoptees like herself are medically abused by their adoptive parents. Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here

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74:53

Ep: 19 "Sonya"

Wards of the State ·

2022/03/15

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Sonya who entered foster care at 2 years old. Her parents were mentally disabled and struggled to complete their family plan so the state terminated their rights.Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1v7bvzVA12m64Ujr-I9eQcR5UKO8vOIMjDdNic0YYLFg/prefill Please help us keep shining light on

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57:40

Ep: 18 "Kieonna"

Wards of the State ·

2022/03/08

Hey Light Shiners! In this episode, I am joined by Kieonna who spent the majority of their childhood in foster care with the same foster parents. ** the audio on my end went wacky towards the end of the interview so I apologize in advance***Watch the video of this episode only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=45714095&fan_landing=trueIf you would like to be on the show please fill sign up here https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1v7bvzVA12m64Ujr-I9eQcR5UKO8vOIMjDdNic0YYLFg/prefill Please

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