The Brisco Bridge to Foster Care in Nevada
The Brisco Bridge to Foster Care in Nevada
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Brisco Bridge to Foster Care in Nevada — a powerful and purpose-driven podcast dedicated to educating, inspiring, and mobilizing individuals to become foster parents in Nevada. Hosted by Trenton Brisco and produced in partnership with the National Youth Advocate Program, this series opens the door to real conversations about the foster care system — what it is, how it works, and most importantly, how you can make a difference. Each episode features heartfelt interviews with social workers, foster parents, and professionals who’ve worked inside the system, as well as the voices of adults who once navigated foster care as children. Together, we’ll unpack the myths, share honest truths, and shine a light on the life-changing impact of opening your home and heart. Whether you’re curious, considering becoming a foster parent, or already involved and looking for support — this podcast is your bridge to deeper understanding and lasting change.
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The podcast centers around educating listeners about the foster care system, inspiring potential foster parents, and mobilizing community support. Specific episodes delve into topics like the real experiences of foster children, the challenges faced by foster parents, and the impact of policy on child welfare, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the system.
Welcome to The Brisco Bridge to Foster Care in Nevada — a powerful and purpose-driven podcast dedicated to educating, inspiring, and mobilizing individuals to become foster parents in Nevada. Hosted by Trenton Brisco and produced in partnership with the National Youth Advocate Program, this series opens the door to real conversations about the foster care system — what it is, how it works, and most importantly, how you can make a difference. Each episode features heartfelt interviews with social workers, foster parents, and professionals who’ve worked inside the system, as well as the voices of adults who once navigated foster care as children. Together, we’ll unpack the myths, share honest truths, and shine a light on the life-changing impact of opening your home and heart. Whether you’re curious, considering becoming a foster parent, or already involved and looking for support — this podcast is your bridge to deeper understanding and lasting change.
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Behind the System, we sit down with PJ “PureJoy” Belanger—an unstoppable force shaped by 11 ½ years in foster care, personal loss, and relentless adversity. PJ opens up about her time in the system, the trauma she faced, and how she transformed it all into a life of purpose. From surviving two heart attacks and homelessness to becoming a minister, bestselling author, and advocate for youth aging out of foster care, PJ shares how she found her superpower in joy—and how others can too. Her story is not just inspiring—it’s a roadmap for resilience.
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