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S3:E08 - Jamayne & Chris | HBCU, Houston, and Louisiana Dads..

August 20, 2026

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Ever wondered what it’s like to be an LGBTQ+ couple navigating the wild world of adoption, parenting, and good old southern hospitality? Well, buckle up because this episode is packed with honesty, humor, and heartwarming insights straight from parents who’ve done it all from adopting multiple kids to cooking, traveling, and dreaming of Coachella.In this episode:

  • The joys and challenges of adopting multiple children quickly and unexpectedly
  • How they navigate connection with birth families and keeping the community close
  • The role of culture, food, and family traditions in shaping their everyday lives
  • Their thoughts on race, identity, and advocating for kids in a changing world
  • Honest fears about the future and excitement for what’s yet to come

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About the guest: Jamayne and Chris

Texas fathers sharing their family-building journey through adoption and raising three daughters.

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Ever wondered what it’s like to be an LGBTQ+ couple navigating the wild world of adoption, parenting, and good old southern hospitality? Well, buckle up because this episode is packed with honesty, humor, and heartwarming insights straight from parents who’ve done it all from adopting multiple kids to cooking, traveling, and dreaming of Coachella.In this episode: The joys and challenges of adopting multiple children quickly and unexpectedly How they navigate connection with birth families and keeping the community close The role of culture, foo

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