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S2:E22 - Alex and Dustin | Fostering, Adoption, and the Messy Truth of Being LGBTQ+ Parents
April 30, 2026
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In this episode of the Fathernetics podcast, Alex and Dustin share an honest, wide-ranging conversation about life as LGBTQ+ parents. From their shared love of music and concerts to their journey through fostering and adoption, they reflect on how culture, upbringing, and chosen community have shaped the way they parent. They talk candidly about intentional parenting, the importance of self-care, and the real joys and challenges of raising children in a diverse family structure. The episode centers on showing up with purpose, building support systems, and redefining what modern fatherhood can look like.
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Guest Instagram handles: @leogee2010, @acabal82
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About the guest: Alex and Dustin | Fostering, Adoption, and the Messy Truth of Being LGBTQ+ Parents
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In this episode of the Fathernetics podcast, Alex and Dustin share an honest, wide-ranging conversation about life as LGBTQ+ parents. From their shared love of music and concerts to their journey through fostering and adoption, they reflect on how culture, upbringing, and chosen community have shaped the way they parent. They talk candidly about intentional parenting, the importance of self-care, and the real joys and challenges of raising children in a diverse family structure. The episode centers on showing up with purpose, building support s
