Unearth the Past: A family history & genealogy podcast
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When my friend Ian first told me about his quest to discover his birth parents, it struck a chord within me. As we sat down to record this episode, I knew we were about to embark on a narrative that would resonate with many. Ian's story unfolds from a childhood filled with unanswered questions. He candidly recounts the moment at twelve years old when he stumbled upon his adoption papers, setting in motion a lifelong journey of self-discovery that would challenge and fulfil him in ways he never anticipated.
The narrative reaches its climax as Ian details his hesitant yet hopeful outreach to biological relatives. The complex tapestry of emotions faced by adoptees surfaces, from the fear of rejection to the elation of connection, as Ian traverses the highs and lows of these encounters. His story culminates in the profound discovery of a half-sister, a serendipitous finding that brings unexpected joy and a sense of completeness to his journey. Ian's experience, shared with raw honesty and reflective insight, offers listeners a glimpse into the transformative power of uncovering one's origins and the indelible impact it has on an individual's life story.
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To contact Michala, you can do so via her website, www.michalahulme.com
If you would like to reach out to Ian, you can do so via, www.ianroyle.com
A huge thank you to this week's sponsor, Witney Antiques
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S2: Ep 3: Unveiling the History of Ireland's Mother and Baby Homes with Daniel Loftus
S2: Ep 2: Journey into Your Past with Genealogy Jude: DNA Technology, Unseen Records and Lost Family Tales
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Ep 17: Illegitimate Ancestors: Why We Hate a Horizontal Black Line on a Birth Certificate!
Ep 16: Unearthing the Hidden Stories of Your House with TV's Melanie Backe-Hansen
Ep 15: Dr Nick Barratt on Genealogy and Family History
Ep 14: From Court Reports to Gossip Columns: A Genealogist's Guide to the British Newspaper Archive
Ep 13: Latest news and reviews from the world of genealogy
Ep 12: Exploring 19th Century Death Records
Ep 11: Underworld Unveiled: A Dive into the British 19th-Century Criminal Archive
Ep 10: A Journey through UK's Workhouse History with Peter Higginbotham
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