New Podcast Episode: Adoptee Thoughts on An Update on Our Family ft. Hannah Cho
A Must-Listen for Anyone Following the Adoption Influencer Debate
Hello Everyone,
It’s been a while since I posted, but with the tiktok Ban, and the world the way it is I am going to do my best to stay consistent with at least a monthly newsletter.
This week on the podcast, we're diving into the latest adoption influencer controversy: An Update on Our Family and what it reveals about the commodification of adoptees. I'm joined by Hannah Cho, an adoptee, advocate, and content creator, who shares her thoughts on family, identity, and the impact of social media on adoption narratives.
For those who may not know, An Update on Our Family is a new documentary revisiting a well-known adoption influencer couple and their viral controversies. From ethical concerns to the exploitation of children for content, this episode unpacks how adoptees feel about these narratives being shaped without them.
Hannah and I discuss:
The realities of growing up as an adoptee in the age of social media
How influencers frame adoption stories vs. adoptees' lived experiences
The ethical dilemmas behind monetizing adoption journeys
Why it’s crucial to center adoptee voices in these conversations
This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the intersection of adoption, social media, and influencer culture.
🎧 Listen here:
or watch the full video on Youtube, here:
Let me know your thoughts in the comments or on social media! Have you watched An Update on Our Family? What do you think about the way adoption is portrayed online?
PS: In light of ongoing deportations of undocumented people, including adoptees who were never granted citizenship, it's critical to stay informed and support those impacted. Here are some resources:
Adoptees for Justice (adopteesforjustice.org) – Advocating for the Adoptee Citizenship Act
UndocuBlack Network (undocublack.org) – Supporting Black undocumented immigrants
Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ilrc.org) – Legal resources for immigrants facing deportation
RAICES (raicestexas.org) – Legal advocacy for immigrant families
Let’s keep this conversation going. Until next time!