Alison was 16 when she found out she was adopted... and her parents weren't the one's to break it to her. Listen as she recounts her discovery, journey of finding her parents in a small Queensland country town and how it can take decades to accept your story.

Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.

Find this project easily on socials @LedByAHeartstring on Instagram, @HeartstringPod on Twitter and you can easily find the page on Facebook for other live updates as they happen.

Led By A Heartstring is recorded on Jaggera & Turrbal Country in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday (in-season). Send questions and other correspondence to: ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au

This is a Nova Entertainment Podcast Network licensed podcast.

Original Music by Jonah Bobongie

Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

Alison was 16 when she found out she was adopted... and her parents weren't the one's to break it to her. Listen as she recounts her discovery, journey of finding her parents in a small Queensland country town and how it can take decades to accept your story.
Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.
Find this project easily on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ledbyaheartstringpod/">@LedByAHeartstring</a> on Instagram, <a href="https://twitter.com/HeartstringPod">@HeartstringPod</a> on Twitter and you can easily find the page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ledbyaheartstringpod">Facebook</a> for other live updates as they happen.
Led By A Heartstring is recorded on Jaggera &amp; Turrbal Country in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday (in-season). Send questions and other correspondence to: <a href="mailto:ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au">ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au</a>
This is a Nova Entertainment Podcast Network licensed podcast.
Original Music by Jonah Bobongie
Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

Alison was 16 when she found out she was adopted... and her parents weren't the one's to break it to her. Listen as she recounts her discovery, journey of finding her parents in a small Queensland country town and how it can take decades to accept your story.

S4 EP3: Alison's Unexpected Teenage Discovery

This episode is dedicated to my absent father. He's done a lot for me even when he hasn't. Take a listen as I explore the 'father complex' coined by Freud and Jung (Daddy Issues, coined by millennials).I also read an open letter to my absent adoptive father.

Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.

Find this project easily on socials @LedByAHeartstring on Instagram, @HeartstringPod on Twitter and you can easily find the page on Facebook for other live updates as they happen.

Led By A Heartstring is recorded on Jaggera & Turrbal Country in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday (in-season). Send questions and other correspondence to: ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au

This is a Nova Entertainment Podcast Network licensed podcast.

Original Music by Jonah Bobongie

Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

This episode is dedicated to my absent father. He's done a lot for me even when he hasn't. Take a listen as I explore the 'father complex' coined by Freud and Jung (Daddy Issues, coined by millennials).I also read an open letter to my absent adoptive father.
Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.
Find this project easily on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ledbyaheartstringpod/">@LedByAHeartstring</a> on Instagram, <a href="https://twitter.com/HeartstringPod">@HeartstringPod</a> on Twitter and you can easily find the page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ledbyaheartstringpod">Facebook</a> for other live updates as they happen.
Led By A Heartstring is recorded on Jaggera &amp; Turrbal Country in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday (in-season). Send questions and other correspondence to: <a href="mailto:ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au">ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au</a>
This is a Nova Entertainment Podcast Network licensed podcast.
Original Music by Jonah Bobongie
Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

Take a listen as I explore the 'father complex' coined by Freud and Jung (Daddy Issues, coined by millennials) as well as read an open letter to my absent adoptive father.

S4 EP2: Daddy Issues

It's been 4 years since I started this journey and we've come along way. But it's time to give it one last time.

Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.

Find this project easily on socials @LedByAHeartstring on Instagram, @HeartstringPod on Twitter and you can easily find the page on Facebook for other live updates as they happen.

Led By A Heartstring is a 'Long Way Entertainment' production and is recorded on Jagera & Turrbal Country in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday (in-season). Send questions and other correspondence to: ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au

This is a Nova Entertainment Podcast Network licensed podcast.

Original Music by Jonah Bobongie

Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

It's been 4 years since I started this journey and we've come along way. But it's time to give it one last time.
Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.
Find this project easily on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ledbyaheartstringpod/">@LedByAHeartstring</a> on Instagram, <a href="https://twitter.com/HeartstringPod">@HeartstringPod</a> on Twitter and you can easily find the page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ledbyaheartstringpod">Facebook</a> for other live updates as they happen.
Led By A Heartstring is a 'Long Way Entertainment' production and is recorded on Jagera &amp; Turrbal Country in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday (in-season). Send questions and other correspondence to: <a href="mailto:ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au">ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au</a>
This is a Nova Entertainment Podcast Network licensed podcast.
Original Music by Jonah Bobongie
Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

A podcast following adoptee, Jonah Bobongie, on his journey of finding his birth family.

S4 EP1: One Last Time

This is your sign to slow down and take a break. In a world that doesn't sleep, it's easy to get caught up in it all. So, take a break. That's what I'm doing and I called the shots myself.




This hiatus also serves as a purpose to slow down, process and digest the episodes of my podcast that have been release in the last month, but also the last 30 episodes that have been release as a whole.




Don't be afraid to reach out for help.




Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support.




Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.



Find this project easily on socials @LedByAHeartstring on Instagram, @HeartstringPod on Twitter and you can easily find the page on Facebook for other live updates as they happen.




Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New seasonal episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au




Original Music by Jonah Bobongie

Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

This is your sign to slow down and take a break. In a world that doesn't sleep, it's easy to get caught up in it all. So, take a break. That's what I'm doing and I called the shots myself. This hiatus also serves as a purpose to slow down, process and digest the episodes of my podcast that have been release in the last month, but also the last 30 episodes that have been release as a whole. Don't be afraid to reach out for help. Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support. Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia. Find this project easily on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ledbyaheartstringpod/">@LedByAHeartstring</a> on Instagram, <a href="https://twitter.com/HeartstringPod">@HeartstringPod</a> on Twitter and you can easily find the page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ledbyaheartstringpod">Facebook</a> for other live updates as they happen. Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New seasonal episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: <a href="mailto:ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au">ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au</a> Original Music by Jonah BobongieProduced by Jonah Bobongie.

S3 EP6: Mental Health Matters

JOURNEY UPDATE: I've found a new address and a photo on Facebook that my body reacted to in a way in which is just knew this person is related to me. 




Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support.




Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.



Find this project easily on socials @LedByAHeartstring on Instagram, @HeartstringPod on Twitter and you can easily find the page on Facebook for other live updates as they happen.




Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New seasonal episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au




Original Music by Jonah Bobongie

Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

JOURNEY UPDATE: I've found a new address and a photo on Facebook that my body reacted to in a way in which is just knew this person is related to me. Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support. Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia. Find this project easily on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ledbyaheartstringpod/">@LedByAHeartstring</a> on Instagram, <a href="https://twitter.com/HeartstringPod">@HeartstringPod</a> on Twitter and you can easily find the page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ledbyaheartstringpod">Facebook</a> for other live updates as they happen. Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New seasonal episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: <a href="mailto:ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au">ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au</a> Original Music by Jonah BobongieProduced by Jonah Bobongie.

S3 EP5: Writing a physical letter and sending it to my biological mum

Anne is a current kinship carer in Queensland in 2022. She shares her experience as a carer and chats about the urgent need for Queenslanders and Australians to open up their hearts and homes to care for this country's most vulnerable children.




Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support.




Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.



Find this project easily on socials @LedByAHeartstring on Instagram, @HeartstringPod on Twitter and you can easily find the page on Facebook for other live updates as they happen.




Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New seasonal episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au




Original Music by Jonah Bobongie

Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

Anne is a current kinship carer in Queensland in 2022. She shares her experience as a carer and chats about the urgent need for Queenslanders and Australians to open up their hearts and homes to care for this country's most vulnerable children. Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support. Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia. Find this project easily on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ledbyaheartstringpod/">@LedByAHeartstring</a> on Instagram, <a href="https://twitter.com/HeartstringPod">@HeartstringPod</a> on Twitter and you can easily find the page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ledbyaheartstringpod">Facebook</a> for other live updates as they happen. Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New seasonal episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: <a href="mailto:ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au">ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au</a> Original Music by Jonah BobongieProduced by Jonah Bobongie.

S3 EP4: Anne, kinship carer experience & the urgent need for carers due to COVID-19 disruption

A passionate advocate for adoption and an adoptee herself, Vicki understands all sides of adoption, from the good times to the struggles. Whilst living overseas in Fiji as an expat, Vicki fostered a child.

As her partner's business took them back to Australia Vicki heartbreakingly had to leave him in Fiji. Back in Australia, Vicki had numerous failed attempts at in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and natural conception, so she became an adoptive parent to two children.

Vicki is passionate about giving back and works in the not-for-profit sector, currently at Shake It Up Foundation Australia.

A passionate advocate for adoption and an adoptee herself, Vicki understands all sides of adoption, from the good times to the struggles. Whilst living overseas in Fiji as an expat, Vicki fostered a child.As her partner's business took them back to Australia Vicki heartbreakingly had to leave him in Fiji. Back in Australia, Vicki had numerous failed attempts at in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and natural conception, so she became an adoptive parent to two children.Vicki is passionate about giving back and works in the not-for-profit sector, currently at Shake It Up Foundation Australia.

S3 EP3: Vicki Miller, from Adoptee to Adoptive Parent and a late biological discovery

Dara Read, author of 'We Love You Hundreds and Thousands' chats about her personal journey of reconnecting with her birth parents and how this led to her writing a vibrant children's picture book. We also chat about the special connection the book provided her and her birth family after the visit.




Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support.




Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.



Find this project easily on socials @LedByAHeartstring on Instagram, @HeartstringPod on Twitter and you can easily find the page on Facebook for other live updates as they happen.




Led By A Heartstring is a 'Long Way Entertainment' production and is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au




Original Music by Jonah Bobongie

Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

Dara Read, author of 'We Love You Hundreds and Thousands' chats about her personal journey of reconnecting with her birth parents and how this led to her writing a vibrant children's picture book. We also chat about the special connection the book provided her and her birth family after the visit. Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support. Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia. Find this project easily on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ledbyaheartstringpod/">@LedByAHeartstring</a> on Instagram, <a href="https://twitter.com/HeartstringPod">@HeartstringPod</a> on Twitter and you can easily find the page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ledbyaheartstringpod">Facebook</a> for other live updates as they happen. Led By A Heartstring is a 'Long Way Entertainment' production and is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: <a href="mailto:ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au">ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au</a> Original Music by Jonah BobongieProduced by Jonah Bobongie.

S3 EP2: Dara Read, author of 'We Love You Hundreds and Thousands'

Can you believe it's Season 3?! It's been such a long time since we last spoke and a lot has happened. So I catch you up with the last couple of months in my life from winning a Bronze at the Australian Podcast Awards to finding new information that will lead me to my birth family.




Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support.




Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.



Find this project easily on socials @LedByAHeartstring on Instagram, @HeartstringPod on Twitter and you can easily find the page on Facebook for other live updates as they happen.




Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New seasonal episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au




Original Music by Jonah Bobongie

Produced by Jonah Bobongie.

Can you believe it's Season 3?! It's been such a long time since we last spoke and a lot has happened. So I catch you up with the last couple of months in my life from winning a Bronze at the Australian Podcast Awards to finding new information that will lead me to my birth family. Content Warning: This podcast contains strong themes that may trigger emotional distress to some listeners. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress of any nature, please do not hesitate to find professional support. Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia. Find this project easily on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ledbyaheartstringpod/">@LedByAHeartstring</a> on Instagram, <a href="https://twitter.com/HeartstringPod">@HeartstringPod</a> on Twitter and you can easily find the page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ledbyaheartstringpod">Facebook</a> for other live updates as they happen. Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New seasonal episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: <a href="mailto:ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au">ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au</a> Original Music by Jonah BobongieProduced by Jonah Bobongie.

S3 EP1: Australian Podcast Award & A New Direction For My Journey

Jonah takes you back to listen to some iconic mosts of the podcast as we celebrate 1 Year of Led By A Heartstring!




Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia.



Find this project easily on socials @LedByAHeartstring on Instagram, @HeartstringPod on Twitter and you can easily find the page on Facebook for other live updates as they happen.




Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au




Original Music by Jonah Bobongie

Episode produced by Jonah Bobongie & Lauren Pollock for Long Way Entertainment.

Jonah takes you back to listen to some iconic mosts of the podcast as we celebrate 1 Year of Led By A Heartstring! Subscribe and stick around, because by the end of every episode, we will be one step closer to connecting with my birth family. You will also have a first-hand insight on the psyche of an adoptee and other issues surrounding adoption in Australia. Find this project easily on socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ledbyaheartstringpod/">@LedByAHeartstring</a> on Instagram, <a href="https://twitter.com/HeartstringPod">@HeartstringPod</a> on Twitter and you can easily find the page on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ledbyaheartstringpod">Facebook</a> for other live updates as they happen. Led By A Heartstring is recorded in Brisbane, Australia. New episodes of the podcast are released weekly on a Monday. Send questions and other correspondence to: <a href="mailto:ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au">ledbyaheartstring@outlook.com.au</a> Original Music by Jonah BobongieEpisode produced by Jonah Bobongie &amp; Lauren Pollock for Long Way Entertainment.

HIGHLIGHTS: One Year of Led By A Heartstring

A weekly podcast following Australian adoptee Jonah on the journey of finding his birth parents. He will share the emotions and on-going journey that adoptees and families face every day through interviews and journals. By the end of each episode, he will be one step closer to finding his biological family.

A weekly podcast following Australian adoptee Jonah on the journey of finding his birth parents

Led By A Heartstring

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