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Family Matters

Released: 2025-10-21
© Copyright 2025 Adoption UK
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23 Episodes
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Listen on Apple Podcasts
23 Episodes
Audio
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Released: 2025-10-21
© Copyright 2025 Adoption UK
Most Recent Episode
Lost Boys, Fairies & Real Life: Daf x James on Adoption & Storytelling

Lost Boys, Fairies & Real Life: Daf x James on Adoption & Storytelling

In this episode of Family Matters, James talks with Daf, the writer and creator of BBC’s Lost Boys & Fairies. Together they explore adoption and representation on screen, the inspiration behind Lost Boys & Fairies, and how stories like Doctor Who can
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In this episode of Family Matters, James talks with Daf, the writer and creator of BBC’s Lost Boys & Fairies. Together they explore adoption and representation on screen, the inspiration behind Lost Boys & Fairies, and how stories like Doctor Who can help adoptees make sense of identity, belonging and loss. They also discuss the importance of authentic storytelling, community, and continued support for adopted people beyond childhood.
Mentions & recommendations:
Russell T Davies; This Is Us (Disney+); Lion (film); Trying (Apple TV+); and lots of love for Welsh and queer representation on mainstream platforms.
Content note: discussion of grief and bereavement, trauma, abandonment, raised voices, and mental health.
Guests:
Daf — playwright/screenwriter/composer/performer; creator of Lost Boys & Fairies.
James — adoptee and screenwriter.
Host:
Sarah (Adoption UK)
Links:
Lost Boys & Fairies https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m001wzp2/lost-boys-and-fairies
Adoption UK Connected https://www.adoptionuk.org/cyps-cymru
Stay in touch:
Subscribe, rate and review to help more families find the podcast. For support, community and training, visit Adoption UK https://www.adoptionuk.org/
Hashtags: #AdoptionUK #FamilyMattersPodcast #AdoptionRepresentation #LostBoysAndFairies #DafJames #AdopteeVoices #DoctorWho #WelshTV #ConnectedWales
Episode ID: 1000732794111
GUID: 0eaed815-7bb0-4f2d-9434-89c85b22a434
Release Date: 21/10/2025, 13:30:00

Description

Join us for Family Matters, a podcast dedicated to exploring the many facets of adoption, care experience, and parenting. In each episode, we dive into personal stories, expert insights, and real-life challenges that shape the journey of being parented and parenting. With guidance from our team of psychologists, we tackle pressing issues around identity, family history, and more. Whether you're an adoptive parent, care-experienced, or simply curious, tune in for meaningful conversations that offer support, understanding, and inspiration.
To find out more about Adoption UK visit our website https://www.adoptionuk.org/. If you need support visit our Information and Support https://www.adoptionuk.org/get-help-now.

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