We’re proud to share the launch of Let’s Talk About Fostering
Our brand-new podcast created to open up honest, thoughtful conversations about fostering – through the experiences of those who are living it.
Hosted by our lovely Faye, the podcast brings together voices from across the ISP community and beyond, sharing real experiences, insight and reflection from those who live and breathe fostering every day.
🎧 Click here to watch – or search ‘Let’s Talk About Fostering’ on your chosen podcast platform.
Three episodes available now!
What you can expect
In our first episodes, we’re joined by people who bring both personal and professional depth to the conversation around fostering.
You’ll hear from Jo August, our CEO, who grew up in a fostering family and has over 35 years’ experience in the sector – a journey that began as an ISP driver and has shaped her deep commitment to therapeutic fostering.
We’re also joined by Alison, a single foster parent, and Theresa, an experienced foster parent, who shares her experience alongside Jim McGarrigle, Responsible Individual across a number of our fostering agencies at Polaris.
Together, they offer thoughtful, honest reflections on fostering – from the challenges to the moments that stay with you for a lifetime.
Each podcast episode is rooted in real experience and shared learning, including:
- Genuine stories from foster parents across our community
- Insightful conversations that challenge myths and assumptions
- Practical reflections on the fostering journey
- Voices from every aspect of fostering – including foster parents, care-experienced colleagues, children of foster parents, and professionals who have been supporting families for decades
Why it’s important
Every day, we see the difference fostering makes – not just to children and young people, but to families and communities. We also know there is still more to do to help people understand what fostering really involves, and why supportive, therapeutic care matters so much.
This podcast is for anyone who is curious about fostering, unsure whether it’s right for them, or looking for reassurance from people who truly understand the journey. It offers honest insight, warmth and encouragement – grounded in real experience.
How you can support the podcast
If you’re able to, here’s how you can help us share these important conversations:
- Listen – tune in and explore the episodes
- Engage – like, follow, subscribe and leave a review
- Share – help spread the word within your own networks
Thank you
As always, thank you to our community for everything you do to support children, young people and foster families. Every listen, share and conversation helps shine a light on the incredible work of our foster parents – and encourages more people to take the first step towards fostering.
Together, we’re continuing to build understanding, connection and hope through therapeutic foster care.
