Parenting · Dillard Management LLC

Wards of the State

by Dillard Management LLC

Hosted by Karlos Dillard — author, speaker, and outspoken foster care advocate — this powerful podcast pulls back the curtain on the hidden realities of the foster care and adoption systems. Each week, Karlos sits down with former foster youth and adoptees to share raw, unfiltered stories of resilience, survival, and truth. With his background in entertainment and production, Karlos brings a unique blend of depth, authenticity, and unexpected humor to each episode. Expect real conversations that are eye-opening, moving, and even laugh-out-loud at times. If you would like to share your lived experience, fill out this form

What listeners say

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Thanks for sharing a variety of perspectives from the adoption triad and educating along the way. Fascinating, informative, and sincere. Definitely recommend.

dasvidaniyabby · Apr 2024

This podcast is great. Karlos and the people he interviews have shared their experiences and perspectives and I’m so grateful. It’s made me completely rethink adoption as a whole and impacted the way my wife and I think of our future.

LarsonRC · Mar 2024

I’ve learned so much from Karlos and other adoptees. Karlos has opened my eyes to the trauma and unethical aspects of adoption. Everyone should take the time to listen to their voices.

ThetaPhiGirl11 · Jan 2024

I am a foster and adoptive mom. My children are younger, we discuss the joys and trauma associated with adoption. This podcast gives such a great perspective from the adoptee, I want to be empathetic to their needs as they grow up. Thank you for giving voice to children!

tchflagirl · Sep 2023

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