Redefining Family

Jonathan Wilson
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Redefining Family

Does your family say “I Love You” yet it feels empty? You are not alone. Many in the LGBTQ+ community have faced this reality. Host Jonathan Wilson explores how and why we must overcome this obstacle in his podcast Redefining Family. His show spotlights stories of resilience as his guests share how they have redefined their definition of who they consider to be their real family. Heartfelt, honest, and vulnerable, these stories of overcoming shed light on what family actually means.

  1. Giving the Gift of Life: Inside the World of a Surrogate with Zara Hilliard

    20/11/2024

    Giving the Gift of Life: Inside the World of a Surrogate with Zara Hilliard

    In this episode of "Redefining Family," we wrap up Season Three with a heartfelt reflection on my personal journey and the experiences I've had with my father during his recent hospitalization. I share the emotional rollercoaster of reconnecting with my dad, navigating complex family dynamics, and finding closure in our relationship. The episode begins with my recounting of the unexpected turn of events leading to my father's hospital stay and the mixed emotions I felt when interacting with m...

    34 phút
  2. From Ireland to the U.S.: Mark O'Looney and Eoin Cannon's Fight for Family Rights

    06/11/2024

    From Ireland to the U.S.: Mark O'Looney and Eoin Cannon's Fight for Family Rights

    In this episode of "Redefining Family," I had the pleasure of welcoming Mark O'Looney and Owen Cannon, an inspiring Irish couple living in the United States. As passionate advocates for LGBTQ+ family rights, particularly in the realm of surrogacy, they shared their unique journey as parents to two daughters, Aria and Nala, both born via surrogacy. Mark and Owen opened up about their backgrounds, discussing the challenges they faced due to the lack of surrogacy legislation in Ireland. Mark rec...

    1 giờ
  3. From Coming Out to Parenthood: Johnny Lee's Inspiring Story

    22/10/2024

    From Coming Out to Parenthood: Johnny Lee's Inspiring Story

    In this episode of "Redefining Family," I had the pleasure of reconnecting with my long-time friend, Johnny Lee, who shared his deeply personal journey toward parenthood alongside his husband, Sebastian. Having known Johnny for over 15 years, it was both exciting and enlightening to delve into a conversation that explored not only his path to fatherhood but also his coming out experience and the challenges he faced along the way. Johnny and Sebastian, who have been together for more than 17 y...

    1 giờ 6 phút
  4. Overcoming Adversity: BJ Barone and Frankie Nelson’s Story of Love and Legal Triumph

    07/10/2024

    Overcoming Adversity: BJ Barone and Frankie Nelson’s Story of Love and Legal Triumph

    In this episode of Redefining Family, host Jonathan Wilson speaks with BJ Barone and Frankie Nelson, a couple whose lives changed when a photo of their son’s birth went viral. BJ and Frankie, both high school teachers, reflect on how much society has evolved, noting how being gay is now more accepted compared to the struggles they faced growing up. Frankie shares his difficult coming out experience and the painful years of keeping his sexuality a secret from his father. BJ, raised in a Cathol...

    1 giờ 4 phút
  5. Surrogacy Laws and Family Equality: A Conversation with Diane Hinson

    09/09/2024

    Surrogacy Laws and Family Equality: A Conversation with Diane Hinson

    In this compelling episode of Redefining Family, host Jonathan Wilson engages in a deep conversation with Diane Hinson, a cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School and the founder of Creative Family Connections LLC, one of the world’s leading surrogacy agencies. Diane opens up about her journey as a single mother and how her passion for family equality led her to create a top-tier surrogacy agency known for its compassionate care and unparalleled legal expertise in reproductive rights and surr...

    58 phút
  6. Building a Family: Cenk Bulbul’s Surrogacy Experience as a Single Gay Dad

    12/08/2024

    Building a Family: Cenk Bulbul’s Surrogacy Experience as a Single Gay Dad

    In this episode of Redefining Family, host Jonathan Wilson welcomes Cenk Bulbul, who shares his journey from Turkey to the United States and his experience as a single father of two. Cenk's early life involved constant relocation due to his father's role as a general in the Turkish army. Despite humble beginnings, he and his siblings prioritized education. He attended a prestigious boarding school, studied industrial engineering, and earned a master's degree from Carnegie Mellon University in...

    50 phút
  7. Love, Faith, and Inclusivity: Brit and Sydney Sharon’s Story

    29/07/2024

    Love, Faith, and Inclusivity: Brit and Sydney Sharon’s Story

    In this heartwarming episode of Redefining Family, host Jonathan Wilson sits down with Brit and Sydney Sharon, a couple whose journey from high school friends to loving partners and dedicated parents is truly inspiring. As proud members of the LGBTQ+ and Jewish communities, Brit and Sydney share their story of love, acceptance, and community. Brit and Sydney's love story began in high school and blossomed as they traveled abroad together. Married for eight years, they quickly started their fa...

    1 giờ 2 phút
  8. Embracing Parenthood and LGBTQ+ Family Building with Dr. Mark Leondires

    15/07/2024

    Embracing Parenthood and LGBTQ+ Family Building with Dr. Mark Leondires

    In this insightful episode of Redefining Family, Jonathan is joined by Dr. Mark Leondires. He is the founder, Medical Director and Partner in reproductive endocrinology at Illume Fertility and Gay Parents To Be. He is board-certified in both Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility as well as being a passionate advocate for LGBTQ+ family building. Dr. Leondires reflects on his upbringing in a Greek Orthodox household where he was unaware of th...

    47 phút
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Does your family say “I Love You” yet it feels empty? You are not alone. Many in the LGBTQ+ community have faced this reality. Host Jonathan Wilson explores how and why we must overcome this obstacle in his podcast Redefining Family. His show spotlights stories of resilience as his guests share how they have redefined their definition of who they consider to be their real family. Heartfelt, honest, and vulnerable, these stories of overcoming shed light on what family actually means.

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  • Nhà sáng tạo
    Jonathan Wilson
  • Năm hoạt động
    2021 - 2024
  • Tập
    42
  • Xếp hạng
    Sạch
  • Bản quyền
    © 2024 Redefining Family
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    Redefining Family

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