Explore every episode of the podcast Missing Pieces - NPE Life
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| Shelby - Sister of NPEs | 05 Nov 2025 | 00:40:38 | |
✦ EPISODE: Shelby – Sister of NPEs ✦ Shelby shares the astonishing story of discovering not one, but two NPEs in her immediate family. 🧬 Secrets, surprises, and the search for truth — this is Missing Pieces. ––– | |||
| Anonymous Newbie | 17 Oct 2025 | 00:59:31 | |
🎧 Missing Pieces ✨ Listen in — it’s raw, real, and relatable. 📬 Connect with Don: | |||
| Marta From Poland | 20 Apr 2025 | 00:57:09 | |
Welcome to another exciting episode of Missing Pieces. This is a good one. It's about an NPE from Poland. It's an incredible story and she's an incredible person. Check it out and spread the word. If you want to get in touch with Marta you can find her on instagram marta_kostrzewska To follow Don on instagram click here NPE_LIFE_PODCAST Please listen to Ukraine: The Latest, the podcast that does in-depth coverage of the was in Ukraine go to https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ukraine-the-latest/id1612424182 To email Don you can send email to Don NPE at iCloud dot com. | |||
| Laura, Ann's Daughter | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:56:23 | |
Check out this fabulous episode, where we hear Laura's (Ann from Iowa's daughter) side of the story. I love being able to hear the story from different perspectives. If you want to get in touch with Don email him at don NPE at iCloud dot com. (trying to get less junkmail) Or follow me on instagram at NPE_LIFE_PODCAST. To get in touch with Billy Sullivan go to Sulllystone.com Don't forget to rate, review and follow. Thanks | |||
| Ann From Iowa | 08 Mar 2025 | 01:06:51 | |
Welcome to another special episode of Missing Pieces. Today Ann shares with us her story of being a birth mother and the source for an NPE. It's an incredible open conversation that can't be missed. If you would like to donate to Don's trip to Ukraine go to ianice,org and support us. Thanks so much!! If you want to get in touch with Don email him donNPE at iCloud dot com. Or you can find him on instagram NPE_LIFE_PODCAST Thanks for listening | |||
| My Dad's Mixup | 20 Feb 2025 | 00:56:24 | |
Welcome to another great episode. We hear Candi tell the amazing story about how she helped her dad figure who he really was. To get in touch with Don you can email him donNPE@icloud.com or find me on instagram @NPE_LIFE_PODCAST To get more info on Candi and their amazing non-profit go to https://www.bestwa.org/home Don't forget to rate and review!!! | |||
| Sarah Goes Home | 13 Jan 2025 | 00:42:47 | |
On today's show we follow Sarah on her way back to the country she was adopted from, Kazakhstan. Please join us for this very special episode. | |||
| Don's Story FINALLY | 20 Dec 2024 | 00:57:46 | |
Hi | |||
| Half Russian Yankee | 12 Dec 2024 | 00:48:57 | |
Welcome to another episode of Missing Pieces - NPE Life. On this episode, Julie talks about her DNA surprise. Check it out!! | |||
| Pamela The Reluctant One | 01 Dec 2024 | 00:53:53 | |
Welcome to another fun episode of Missing Pieces. Today, I talk with Pamela, a friend of mine in real life. She texted me this past 4th of July about some info she just found out. Some info that would change her life and make her question who she is. | |||
| Christy and Tara | 06 Oct 2024 | 00:51:18 | |
Great great show today about Christy and Tara...I am not giving you any more clues, check it out!!! | |||
| My Friend John | 15 Sep 2024 | 00:38:27 | |
I "help" my friend John find out his truth. This episode taught me, that isn't always a pleasant thing. | |||
| Stephanie Finds Herself | 05 Oct 2025 | 00:59:35 | |
🎧 Missing Pieces 📖 A Penny on the Hood (her forthcoming book) — She's looking for representation. inquiries: nonpareve@gmail.com | |||
| Stacy Bio-Father the Murderer | 05 Aug 2024 | 00:58:50 | |
This is a very special episode about Stacy. She has a shocking story and I won't go to any details here but please check it out. | |||
| Emily's Family Secret | 30 Jun 2024 | 00:59:30 | |
Here's another great episode of Missing Pieces NPE Life. This is about Emily, daughter of Russian immigrants who finds she's the family secret. | |||
| Family Road Trip | 08 Jun 2024 | 00:51:15 | |
Welcome to another special episode of our show. | |||
| Man in the Hallway | 19 May 2024 | 01:04:55 | |
Hi, welcome to this very special episode. This is a series of quick interviews I recorded at the Untangling Our Roots summit in Denver. Put on by Right to Know and NAAP It was amazing!! I had a blast and it was so good meeting so many of you. | |||
| Holocaust Survivor | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:37:12 | |
Welcome to another incredible story on Missing Pieces. I think the episode names speaks for itself. Jackie is amazing and I am so happy he shared his story with me. | |||
| Bio Dad Reality TV Star | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:46:54 | |
Welcome to another exciting episode!! A lot of adopted kids fantasize about who their "real" parents. Famous actor, rock start, royalty... But usually that's not the case, usually they turn out to be regular folks...but not on today's episode. Check it out. | |||
| A Change of Heart | 18 Mar 2024 | 00:56:34 | |
When a DNA test uncovers an unexpected sibling connection, one woman wrestles with a secret that could change another’s life forever. 💔 What begins as hesitation turns into a story of courage, truth, and family — seen from both sides of a discovery no one saw coming. 🌱 💬 Contact Don: donNPE@icloud.com | |||
| Doppelgängers Part 2 | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:46:27 | |
This is part 2 of Jen and Kristle's journey. Please listen to Doppelgängers, the previous episode first. This one will make no sense if you haven't listened to that one yet. | |||
| Doppelgangers | 27 Feb 2024 | 00:51:46 | |
Hi | |||
| Jeff Frame Finally | 09 Feb 2024 | 00:57:19 | |
On today's episode I interview Jeff Frame, you might remember him for the episodes Phone call with Mom. Part 1 and 2. They are incredible fly on the wall moments when he calls his mom 2 days after finding out his dad wasn't his dad. | |||
| One Big Happy Family | 12 Sep 2025 | 00:48:01 | |
🎙 Welcome to Another Episode of Missing Pieces! Today’s guest is Lisa Brenner — actor, writer, and producer — who bravely shares her own NPE/DCP journey through her brand-new film. 🎬 About the Film You can also watch the trailer on the site — or directly on Vimeo! 📲 Connect with Lisa & the Film
💌 Connect with Don
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| Ed Begley Jr | 04 Feb 2024 | 00:37:25 | |
On today's episode I have the amazing actor and environmentalist Ed Begley Jr on the show. He opened an envelope when he was 15 years old and got a surprise that would change his life. That was the day his Oscar winning father, Ed Begley, revealed a family secret. | |||
| Adopted and Switched | 27 Jan 2024 | 00:52:30 | |
On today's episode we hear Diane Bazella tell her story of her 40 year quest to find her correct birth parents. | |||
| Finding Deanna's Dad | 21 Jan 2024 | 00:58:27 | |
If you listened to this and it ended after the word "bingo" at 48 minutes and then gets cut-off. Please listened again. There was a weird glitch. The episode is 58 minutes long. | |||
| Jessica's Many Dads | 31 Dec 2023 | 00:56:53 | |
Happy New Year... this episode is a great story. Not to ruin the surprise but Jessica is a Triple NPE. Three times she was lied to about her true identity. Is that a record? | |||
| Brett - Son of the Derringer Bandit | 17 Dec 2023 | 00:52:26 | |
Brett never met his dad but was always told he died in a shoot out with the LAPD. Another DNA surprise story that happened to someone Don knew in real life. Join us in this heartwarming episode. | |||
| Mystery Guest | 02 Dec 2023 | 00:58:23 | |
Welcome to Mystery Guest - Today I interview someone who does a lot for our community. I don't want to tell you who she is because I want you to focus on her amazing story. Have a listen... (note I do tell you at the end of the episode) | |||
| Dana - Wife of a Bio-Father | 22 Nov 2023 | 00:51:19 | |
In this episode I have a candid talk with my friend Dana. She is the wife of a man who suddenly found out he fathered a child unbeknownst to him when he was 21. She is also adopted and also she found out...well I don't want to ruin the surprise. Listen to the episode. It's a great one. | |||
| Aimee DNAngel | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:55:14 | |
Hi Everyone welcome to season 4 of the show. My seasons mean absolutely nothing. They start and stop every time I get to 13 episodes. | |||
| A Check-In With Don | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:43:43 | |
In this very intimate episode Don shares about 3 things... 1) A dream he had where his bio father appeared 2) Tells you how to explain to folks your need to find biological family. 3) Don has a recorded conversation with his birth certificate father the day his father found out that Don wasn't his biological child. | |||
| Conversation with Gina | 08 Oct 2023 | 00:55:14 | |
In this episode I have a conversation with my friend Gina Daniel... she's a therapist and NPE and an all around good person. We speak mostly about newly found family. She's 5 years into her journey and I'm 2 years into mine. If you're in Pennsylvania and need a therapist or other outpatient mental health help please go to WWW.GRAYSTONEWELLNESS.COM To go to Gina's Npe Guide go to WWW.NPEGUIDE.COM To get in touch with Don please email donNPE@icloud.com | |||
| Jake - Raised in a Cult | 16 Aug 2025 | 00:59:08 | |
Welcome to another amazing episode of Missing Pieces – NPE Life In this episode, Jake shares an incredible life story that’s equal parts jaw-dropping and inspiring — from growing up in a cult to discovering his biological father was a real-life private investigator. We also feature archival footage used under the Fair Use doctrine as defined by U.S. copyright law. The footage comes from the documentary Vain Glory by Tony Cox. You can watch it here on YouTube. Please feel free to contact Don email: DonNPE@icloud.com instagram: NPE_LIFE_PODCAST
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| The Greatest Act of Love | 30 Sep 2023 | 00:57:21 | |
In this episode we hear from Rebecca as she tells her incredible journey, from being told as a child that her dad wasn't her "real" dad to 30 something years later when she finds another truth. And in the end we learn what a "real" dad is. Join us on this very special episode. | |||
| Dana's Crazy Ride | 09 Sep 2023 | 00:59:48 | |
Trigger warning!! If talk about suicice, threats of violence or domestic violence triggers you, maybe this episode isn't for you. Please try another one. | |||
| Conversation With Beth | 01 Sep 2023 | 00:52:35 | |
On this episode I speak with Beth, an NPE from upstate NY. She found out in her 50s from a home DNA test. If you liked what you heard and want to say hi you can email her at bethnjack5590@gmail.com | |||
| Anonymous NPE | 13 Aug 2023 | 00:54:19 | |
Hi | |||
| Mixed Race Farmer's Daughter | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:58:25 | |
Continuing the theme from the last episode, we hear another story of someone who finds out they're mixed race. Jodi grew up in a small town in Iowa. She excelled at school and sports hoping people would notice those things instead of the fact she looked so different from everyone else. It worked. | |||
| Incognito with Michael Fosberg | 20 Jul 2023 | 00:31:28 | |
Michael Fosberg went on a search for the dad he never knew. The dad he had never asked about. And he found him rather easily BUT he got a huge surprise. One that sent his life in a new direction. | |||
| Soul Cousins | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:59:14 | |
Kate was born in France to Portuguese parents. But she didn't look like anyone else in her family. Her whole life, everyone thought she was Mideastern or North African. Turns out, they were right. | |||
| Aussie Girl | 15 Jun 2023 | 00:52:34 | |
Today on Missing Pieces NPE Life we have our first Aussie NPE. Woohoo!!! Suzan is from down under and she has a total of 4 NPEs in her story. Four in the same family. Crazy. | |||
| Moment of Truth | 08 Jun 2023 | 00:48:11 | |
Moment of Truth... Today on Missing Pieces we have 5 stories that all focus on that moment when we find out the truth for the very first time. Rather it be that moment when we find out we are an NPE or the moment when we find that family member who we've been searching for. I love hearing about that pinnacle moment when every thing aligns and for the first time, we know the irrefutable truth. | |||
| Norwegian Girl | 27 May 2023 | 00:40:26 | |
Today a touching episode about Patty, a woman who meets her father for the very first time on a trip to the north of Norway. But in order to accomplish that, 3 people she's never met and My Heritage came together to help her. After 2-3 days you'll receive an email that your DNA results are ready. Some features will require a one-time payment. Use coupon code MISSINGPIECES to get a special discount. | |||
| Donna United | 13 Jul 2025 | 00:58:47 | |
Hi Welcome to an amazing episode of Missing Pieces. This one is amazing for multiple reasons. A) Donna's story is amazing and she tells is so well B) Tracy interviewed Donna and co-produced the episode with me. And she also was amazing!! If you would like to email don DonNPE at iCloud dot com Catch me on instagram at npe_life_podcast If you would like to support the show we have some kick ass t-shirts for sell on printify. Order a size up, they run small. www.missingpieces.printify.me/ If you wish to get in touch with Donna you can email her at donnaguy2410@gmail.com | |||
| Not Brother Expected | 16 May 2023 | 00:50:33 | |
Today on our podcast we have the very talented Laura House. She's a TV writer, comic and podcast host. She's hilarious. And her little brother Jeremy is also joining us. This is the story of how they found each other and more... | |||
| Double NPE | 03 May 2023 | 00:46:54 | |
Hi everyone. In this very special episode we hear from Sherri, a double NPE. She found out her dad wasn't her biological dad and went through all of those emotions ...and then did it again. | |||
| Bro-mance | 24 Apr 2023 | 01:14:03 | |
On today's episode we have Anthony, an NPE whose mom left him for good when he was 6 months old. Anthony's life has been an amazing journey including a pretty successful stint as a musician, mostly in the UK. | |||
| Autumn Part 2 | 10 Apr 2023 | 00:50:17 | |
We continue with the rest pf Autumn's story. We hear how that fateful Father's Day weekend turned out. And how her relationship is today with her and her bio-father and other new found family. | |||