by Alexis Hourselt
Welcome to DNA Surprises, a podcast that delves into the world of unexpected DNA discoveries. I'm your host, Alexis Hourselt. In July 2021, my life took a surprising turn when I found out l'm an NPE-a person who's experienced a non-paternal event. In other words, my biological father isn't who I thought he was. Join me as we explore the stories of NPEs, adoptees, and donor-conceived people and their families. Get ready to unravel the astonishing journeys that begin with a simple DNA test —this is DNA Surprises.
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April 1, 2025
<p>Welcome to the season 10 finale of DNA Surprises. Buy one, get two. No, this isn’t an ad for the latest testing kit sale. In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Dave and Denise, a married couple who discovered that they were both NPEs after their grandson took a DNA test.</p><p>Before you listen to this episode, I want to take a moment to remind listeners that family secrets like these don’t stay hidden in the modern age of DNA testing, and Dave and Denise are a great example of this. They didn’t uncover their surprises because they took a test. Even their grown children wouldn’t have surfaced the secret. It was their curious grandson with a love of genealogy and heritage who led to the truth. For both of them.</p><p>Thanks to Dave and Denise for sharing their stories.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="patreon.com/dnasurprises" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Support the show</a></p>
March 24, 2025
<p>When someone uncovers a DNA surprise, their family tree changes. That sounds simple, but the reality is that our roots, so many of the things that make us, us, come from generations before us. In this week’s episode Melissa shares her profound journey after discovering that the man who raised her is not her biological father. </p><p>From uncovering clues in her late grandmother's writings to learning about her biological father's tumultuous past and building new relationships with half-siblings, Melissa delves into the complex emotions and revelations that emerged along the way. Through her genealogical research, Melissa connects with her ancestral roots, understanding more about her family's history and the legacies that shape her identity. </p><p>Thank you for sharing your story, Melissa.</p><p><strong>Resources:</strong></p><li><p><a href="https://www.boldandqueer.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bold and Queer</a></p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/boldandqueer" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">instagram.com/boldandqueer</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="patreon.com/dnasurprises" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Support the show</a></p></li><li><br></li>
March 17, 2025
<p>If we don’t laugh, we’ll cry. DNA surprises can be gut-wrenching and difficult experiences, but some of us can find humor in almost any situation. In this week’s laughter-filled episode, Lauren LoGuidice tells the story of how she learned she was donor conceived. </p><p>Lauren discusses how she never fit in with her raised family but was regularly dismissed and gaslit when she questioned why she looked so different. She shares how she connected with her donor-conceived siblings, her genetic father, and how things are with her parents today.</p><p>She doesn’t disguise her journey with humor, rather, she infuses it into her storytelling. You can check out Lauren’s comedy, including the latest on her upcoming film, at her website linked in the show notes.</p><p>Thank you for sharing your story, Lauren.</p><p><strong>Resources:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.laurenlogiudice.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Lauren LoGiudice - Comedy and Characters for Misfits</a></p><p><br></p><p>Support the show</p>
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