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This Podcast is about my experiences in the Foster Care System. I share vulnerable stories about how I navigated the Foster Care System in NYC and the different resources that allowed me to get where I am. I also interview other former fosters about their experience as well and foster parents about what the process was like for them. I offer solutions on ways to improve the system and be a champion for the current youth in care throughout the Country. Thanks for dropping by! Also, check out ...
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Back at it again with a Double Upload. This bonus content was so much I had to break it into 2 parts! Here's Dareth's Info again if you'd like to connect with her: https://www.instagram.com/its_dareth/ Enjoy part 2!
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Hey all, how's it going? I have a returning guest Dareth who shares more about her frustrations with the system, her feelings around staying strong in care, and much more we delve into a deeper dive of one of the most articulate warriors who survived foster care. To know more about Dareth check out her IG on https://www.instagram.com/its_dareth/…
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Wassup! Today one of my nearest and dearest friends Ericka returns to share how passion fatigue caused a toll on her and the ways that she's been navigating it since. Ericka shares how difficult it was to say no to panels and Youth Advisory Councils, not putting up a boundary, and the revolving door of opportunities but kept her community exclusive…
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Today I have my guest Melanie, a speaker, activist, and leader in the global fight to end sex trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation. In this episode Melanie discusses the misconception of kidnapping, the breaking down of decriminalization, systems of marginalization, and working through physical, physiological, and sexual trauma. Disclaime…
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Hey all, I am excited to introduce my next guest this episode, Felicia Wilson. I consider Felicia a mentor and friend who has been so innovative in the foster care space here in NYC. Felicia is a mother of 2 young boys, has her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration and Masters of science in Human and Social Services. Felicia…
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Welcome to another Podcast episode where I have my esteemed guest, No Ordinary Liz. Liz shares her upbringing of navigating neglect as a young girl, having a loss of identity being isolated from her family, what blackberries mean to her, adjusting to living independently at the tender age of 18, rekindling her relationship with her siblings, and wh…
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Hey! Glad to be back and welcome to Season 3. =) In this first episode of Season 3 I sit down with Jai who talks about her faith with God, the enlightenment with finding other black peers who help her push forward, a troubling upbringing, and faith in the unseen. Enjoy!
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Hey what's going on Podcast, this is the final episode of Season 2!!! Super excited for everyone to be dropping by. With my boy Suga Ray interviewing me I reflect on the progress made from Season 1 to Season 2, things I would like to change going into Season 3, and the guest that came in to share their testimony. You won't want to miss this, be saf…
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Hey what’s going on Podcast, the new year is almost here!! Speaking of things that are about to end Season 2 of the Podcast is almost finished as well. Dareth’s story is the last (and also the longest) story told this season about her struggle of fighting for her life in and out of care, finding hope in God, the injustice of seeing marginalized gro…
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Hey wassup Podcast, Tony Da Realest back at it again. It's almost the Holidays!!!! It's supposed to be the greatest time of the year right??! Well, not so fast. You see, when young people are in care they tend not to be with their biological family or may have experienced some abuse/neglect and spending what's typically a joyous holiday with absolu…
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Hey, what's happening Podcast, Tony Da Realest back here again. My apologies if my day ones have seen this already, I had to redo this episode from Season 1. This episode talks about my honest feelings on Queensbridge, my experiences, and my future plans afterward.
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Hey Podcast, Tony Da Realest back with another episode. I have not just any guest but Mike Veny here as a guest!! Not only is he one of the most influential speakers in mental health, but he's also a great friend of mine and a mentor that has been showing me the ropes. Words cannot describe how honored I am to have him on my Podcast as the man I've…
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Hey wassup Podcast, Tony Da Realest, back here with another episode. Also, my birthday was yesterday so show me some love y'all! In any case, this is a special episode where I talk about the profound impact that City Living has had on me. Having the support, resources, and reliability that someone is always there for me has meant the world to me. L…
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Hey what's happening Podcast, I have another special guest with me today. I sit down sit Gabriel talking about how she overcame the system and used it to her advantage. From knowing her throughout the New Yorker's for Children Youth Advisory Board come up with innovative solutions to seeing her interview the ACS Commissioner about racism and how it…
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Hey wassup Podcast, Tony Da Realest back here with another episode! In today's episode, I have Ericka François, an amazing friend of mine who has been through many hardships and shares her expertise in tutoring. Ericka goes in-depth with her personal journey, creating herself, blazing her own path, and balancing expectations when in college. You wo…
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Hey Podcast, this is Tony Da Realest back here with another episode! Today's guest is an amazing couple that has an incredible list of accomplishments including starting their own entrepreneurial ventures, traveling across many different countries, proud graduates of Western Michigan University, among many others. In their inspiring and authentic a…
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Hey what's going on Podcast, I hope everyone is doing well. In today's episode I have an amazing women who is shaping change in the Foster care system at a rapid rate and has been doing so for a long time now. Angela is the new author of The Black Foster Youth Handbook, helping young people successfully age out of foster care and beat these, as wel…
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Hey wassup Podcast, this is Tony Da Realest back here with another episode. Today's guest is Ella, a long time friend who has been through her share of difficult times. She shares her story of getting into the Foster Care system, what made her run frequently from placements, going into therapy, and tips that she would give her younger self among ot…
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Hey all! Glad to have everyone here and welcome to Season 2! Leah was an intern at New Yorkers for Children and a Social Work student helping with the Youth Advisory Board and engaging the group. In today's episode Leah shares tangible ways to self care while I break down exactly what is self care and why it's so important.…
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Thank you all for this short journey of the first season!! I share my honest thoughts, plans for the second season, people I'd like to connect with, and little changes I'll be making. This has honestly been the most fun I've ever had doing a Project and hope to come back to the show bigger and stronger than ever!! Connect with me on Facebook @ Anth…
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Hey wassup Podcast! Tony Da Realest back here with another episode. I bought back my first guest Ayana to this episode and we talk in depth about coping with the pandemic, projects that we're working on regarding Foster Care, and burnout that happens when you work passionately.
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Hey wassup Podcast, Sorry for the week I missed but I'm back and better than ever. I've been putting my energy into making my social media Campaign "I survived Foster Care" and allowing others to present their struggles in the system. But in todays episode I talk about the lasting impact that psychotropic medication has had and why I needed the com…
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Hey wassup Podcast, this is Tony Da Realest again! Today I share my honest thoughts on why youths records should be expunged in the Foster Care system and what are some better alternatives that can be done to help lead them on the right path! Hope you enjoy and keeping well, I'll see you in the next one.…
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Hey Wassup Podcast! This is Tony Da Realest back again! I don't know about you guys but more than ever I need to hear someone, to get a hug, something! I've always been isolated since a kid and with the Pandemic I make a breakthrough in making more of an effort to connect. Do you feel more isolated than ever before? Have you been talking to your su…
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Hey wassup Podcast, hope you missed me for my week off. I'm back in the swing of things now (mostly). Today i share how I've been thriving in this Pandemic and the coping skills to take on a serious life threatening virus that can not only affect you physically but mentally. Hope you take a lot from this segment and don't forget to pay a visit to m…
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Hey wassup Podcast! The first few minutes I discuss my anxiety with the current Pandemic and my difficulty adjusting to a rapid change in lifestyle. I then share 5 things that I feel every Foster youth needs before they leave the Foster Care system. If you are 17 or 18 and currently in care you NEED to listen to this episode!! Thanks for tuning in …
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Hey Podcast, Tony Da Realest again! I want to share with you what ultimately got me through my difficult times in Care. Writing has a special place in my heart and it's been the biggest help in finding myself and healing the deep rooted wounds that still lay within me. I hope you feel encouraged and would love to know what has helped you get throug…
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Hey Podcast, Tony Da Realest here. Super glad to be having my next interview and this is someone I've had the chance to really have a good friendship with in the last month I've known him. In the interview, Marcus shares his passion for improving the system and some of the things he would change if he could. Thanks for dropping by and enjoy the epi…
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Hey Podcast, this is Tony Da Realest! This is the final Episode of the Housing series and I'm both sad and happy that it's ending. I couldn't do it without you guys, the listeners. I believe this Episode is the best way to tie up all loose ends and close out the chapter for the time being. Thank you so much for being here and I hope you enjoy the e…
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Hey Podcast, this is Tony Da Realest! Thank you so much for tuning in today. I have a new Mic that I have been using recently and just want to make sure that there's an improvement from previous episodes. For any feedback please DM me @ Anthonyt425@gmail.com. Also feel free to follow me on IG and Twitter at Tony_Da_Realest and my Facebook at Anthon…
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Hey Podcast, it's your host Tony Da Realest! In this Episode I break down the very important topic of the Housing Academy, what the heck it is, my thoughts on how it can be improved, and the potential future I see for it. This is especially important as Housing represents stability for a lot of foster youth and the workshop is teaching how to maint…
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Hey, wassup Podcast! It's your host Tony Da Realest. Today's episode is light and short, I give 10 reasons why I love living on my own! Do you agree with my list? Do you prefer roommates? Are there other reasons you like living on your own? Let me know and we can chop it up at Anthony Turner on FB or send me an email at Anthonyt425@gmail.com. See y…
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Hey!! Really hoped you enjoyed my last EP, today's episode kicks off my first official series, the Housing series. I share my honest feelings on what it was like to get my apartment, the process behind it, and some letdowns and some triumphs. Thanks for dropping in and let's goooo!
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My first ever Interview! And I want to take a moment to celebrate Martin Luther King. My apologies for the low audio, I'm still getting things situated. Today's topic is pretty heavy. With my guest and lifelong friend Ayana Chung we do a deep dive into what defines blackness and what are some of the ongoing struggles that African Americans face, th…
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In today's topic I go over the decision every single Foster youth has to make in their life regardless of their gender identity, sexual identity, age, or race. And that's the decision whether to stay in the Foster Care System or not. The Foster Care system has a ton of flaws and may be the place where you feel uncomfortable but there are surprising…
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This is the introduction to my new Podcast! In this intro, I share what inspired me to do this Podcast, the topics I plan on creating, and my overall passion for the Foster Care system here in NYC. I am thrilled to be starting this and I hope you enjoy my wild journey of how to make a positive change in the Foster Care system.…
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