Finding Family DNA
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| 10/6/26 | The Montana Records That Led Misty to a Killer | In this episode of Finding Family DNA, Jay and Misty step away from adoption reunions to revisit a 47-year-old Montana cold case Misty worked during her time at Parabon NanoLabs. In December 1978, 16-year-old Corina Lydia Contreraz was sexually assaulted and murdered outside Billings, and her case sat unsolved for decades. Misty walks through how genetic genealogy opened a path investigators hadn’t had before. Jay also shares how a high school photo signed “Love, Bill” cracked a birth father case, the two talk RootsTech 2027, and Misty explains why families get release rather than closure, and how everyday GEDmatch users can help.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/rI-ahuutLaYChapters00:00 Intro00:11 Welcome and RootsTech 202703:29 A "Love, Bill" Photo and Two Reunions07:07 The Corina Lydia Contreraz Cold Case08:36 Working the DNA at Parabon10:05 Building the Trees Toward Montana12:27 Midroll — RootsTech 2027 and BirthParentFinder13:37 Landing on Angelo Stallsmith Sr.16:07 DNA From a 1982 Fingerprint Card17:33 Confirmation and a Criminal History19:26 Remembering Corina20:16 CeCe Moore at the Press Conference22:25 Misty at the Press Conference23:36 Boy in the Box and Where This Case Ranks24:19 How GEDmatch Users Can Help25:09 What Investigators Can and Cannot Access26:13 Birth Parent Privacy and Cooperation27:15 Could an Amateur Have Solved It27:59 Release, Not Closure28:46 Thanks and CloseYellowstone County Cold Case Unit: https://www.yellowstonecoldcase.com/Parabon NanoLabs: https://parabon-nanolabs.com/GEDmatch: https://www.gedmatch.com/RootsTech 2027: https://www.rootstech.org/Follow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydnahttps://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderAre you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.com/https://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder🚀 Edited with PodShuttle by CHOBO 👨🚀Want help building your podcast?Start at podshuttle.io, or follow along on Instagram.https://podshuttle.iohttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttlehttps://www.instagram.com/chobostudiosFinding Family DNA, Cold Case, Genetic Genealogy, Investigative Genetic Genealogy, Corina Lydia Contreraz, Misty Gillis, CeCe Moore, Parabon NanoLabs, GEDmatch, Family Tree DNA, BirthParentFinder, True Crime, Yellowstone County, RootsTechAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 30m 23s | ||||||
| 9/23/26 | CeCe Moore Gets Canded: DNA, Friendship & the Stories Behind the Cases | When we recorded this episode of Finding Family DNA, we had no idea that CeCe Moore was about to be announced as a RootsTech 2027 keynote speaker. Now, with that announcement official, the timing of this conversation couldn’t be better.Internationally renowned genetic genealogist CeCe Moore joins host Jay Rosenzweig, licensed private investigator and founder of BirthParentFinder.com, and co-host Misty Gillis, genetic genealogist and CeCe’s longtime friend and colleague, for a candid and personal conversation that goes far beyond the usual Q&A.CeCe takes us through the unexpected path that led her to genetic genealogy — including how a Michael Jackson video shoot at USC and a career in the music world helped prepare her for life in front of the camera. She explains how DNA kept pulling her back until the early days of public testing at FamilyTreeDNA gave her a path into what would eventually become a groundbreaking career.CeCe and Misty also dig into the investigative side of genetic genealogy and the difficult “brute-force” cases where distant DNA matches, unusual ancestry and incomplete family trees require creativity and persistence. CeCe discusses the nearly 50-year-old Nancy Anderson murder case in Honolulu, where researching city directories and Romanian and Italian surnames eventually led her to Tudor Chirila, as well as the Lindy Sue Biechler case in Lancaster, where an ancestral migration pattern from Gasperina, Italy, helped point the investigation in the right direction.The conversation also goes beyond the cases. CeCe talks about discovering the connection between Madison Hemings, Thomas Jefferson and DNA while researching her brother-in-law’s family tree, answers some fun rapid-fire questions — from coffee to late-night casework — and shares her thoughts on Misty as both a genealogist and a friend, including why she describes Misty’s work as “magic.”CeCe Moore has become one of the most recognizable figures in genetic genealogy through her groundbreaking work solving unknown-parentage and law-enforcement cases and through television appearances including Finding Your Roots and The Genetic Detective.And now, CeCe will take the stage as a keynote speaker at RootsTech 2027, taking place March 4–6, 2027, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. RootsTech is the world’s largest family history and genealogy conference, bringing together genealogy enthusiasts, industry experts, technology innovators and people from around the world who share a passion for discovering their heritage and connecting with their family history.Episode 52 of Finding Family DNA is sponsored by FamilyTreeDNA.We’d be grateful if you subscribe to Finding Family DNA. Every subscription helps us grow the show and supports our ability to take on more pro bono DNA and family-search cases.Watch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/8yFKt23IJs8Chapters00:00 Intro00:11 Welcome, Sponsor, and a Guatemalan Father Case03:05 Introducing CeCe Moore03:37 Michael Jackson, USC, and a Music-World Sister07:32 How CeCe Moved From Music Into DNA11:23 Alternate Careers and Brute-Force Genealogy16:14 Celebrity Cases and Growing Up Hip Hop19:03 Broadway Dreams and Coming Full Circle on Camera22:02 Midroll — Family Tree DNA and BirthParentFinder23:37 Nancy Anderson and Tudor Chirila28:23 Distant Matches, Gasperina, and Lindy Sue Biechler29:58 Madison Hemings and Jefferson DNA32:24 Jay's Spingarn Cousin and a Poland Trip35:09 What If Not Genetic Genealogy37:04 RootsTech and Southern California Genealogy Jamboree39:44 Rapid Fire45:14 Thanks and CloseFamily Tree DNA: https://www.findingfamilydna.com/?utm_source=redcircle&utm_medium=social&utm_content=com+des&utm_campaign=finding+family+dna+ep+52CeCe Moore: https://www.cecemoore.com/Finding Your Roots (PBS): https://www.pbs.org/show/finding-your-roots/RootsTech: https://www.rootstech.orgFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydnahttps://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderAre you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.com/https://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder🚀 Edited with PodShuttle by CHOBO 👨🚀Want help building your podcast?Start at podshuttle.io, or follow along on Instagram.https://podshuttle.iohttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttlehttps://www.instagram.com/chobostudiosFinding Family DNA, CeCe Moore, Genetic Genealogy, Cold Case DNA, Family Tree DNA, BirthParentFinder, Finding Your Roots, DNA Detective, Brute Force Genealogy, RootsTechAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 47m 06s | ||||||
| 9/8/26 | DNA discoveryfamily connections+4 | Kayley | — | — | birth fatherDNA+6 | — | 29m 08s | ||
| 8/25/26 | milestone celebrationreunion stories+3 | MistyIndy+1 | Finding Family DNAPatreon | — | Finding Family DNAreunion stories+5 | — | 1h 02m 33s | ||
| 8/11/26 | documentarybirth parents+4 | Rebecca Autumn Sansom | Reckoning with the Primal WoundReckoning with the Paternal Wound+1 | — | documentarybirth parents+5 | — | 46m 22s | ||
| 7/28/26 | adoptionbirth family search+3 | Linda Pevac | Finding Family DNA | Denver | adoptionbirth mother+5 | — | 36m 31s | ||
| 7/14/26 | adoptionbirth family search+4 | California adoptee | Finding Family DNA | CaliforniaPortland, Oregon | DNA kitadoption+5 | BirthParentFinder.com | 43m 17s | ||
| 6/30/26 | adoptiongenetic genealogy+3 | Jason | Birth Parent Finder | Californiaabroad | DNA testbirth certificate+5 | — | 38m 05s | ||
| 6/16/26 | DNA matchingbirth father search+3 | Linda Burleson | BirthParentFinder.com | North Carolina | DNA matchbirth father+3 | — | 32m 21s | ||
| 5/31/26 | DNA searchfamily relationships+3 | Carla Salvatierra | — | Los Angeles CountyGuatemala+1 | birth fatherDNA analysis+3 | — | 32m 02s | ||
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| 5/19/26 | DNA discoveryidentity+4 | Maria Leonard Olsen | 23andMe | California | DNA testingfamily secrets+5 | — | 36m 39s | ||
| 5/5/26 | adoptionreunion+4 | Porsha Jones | BirthParentFinder.com | — | adoptionbirth mother+5 | — | 30m 33s | ||
| 4/21/26 | My Endless Search for My Birth Family: Adopted from China | In this episode of Finding Family DNA, Jay and Misty sit down with Taylor Shennett, a Chinese-born adoptee who was adopted into an American family as a baby and has spent the last decade searching for her biological roots. As a transracial adoptee, she shares her deeply personal journey navigating identity, belonging, and the realities of growing up looking different from her family. From viral search efforts in China to DNA testing, facial recognition, and ongoing leads, her story highlights both the challenges and hope behind international adoption searches. This episode offers a powerful and honest look at adoption, culture, and the resilience it takes to keep searching for answers.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/ABSwc6MnTW400:00 Show Welcome00:24 Recent Case Breakthroughs01:37 Patience Pays Off02:15 Episode Seven Callback03:27 Meet Taylor03:59 Early Adoption Awareness05:27 China Adoption Journey06:22 Identity and Belonging08:08 Racism and COVID Era10:59 Sibling Jealousy to Bond12:06 Therapy and Healing Tools15:30 Orphanage Records Reality17:18 China Reunion Video Clip17:44 Becoming a Creator18:02 Birth Parent Finder Break18:44 Taylor Search Timeline19:11 Viral WeChat Leads20:07 Posters Databases Police22:11 DNA Tests And Limits23:58 Ancestry Kit Surprise25:27 Patience Hope And Faith26:40 Adoptee Advocacy Voice28:09 Healing Adoption Trauma31:15 Transracial Adoption Themes32:42 Advice To Younger Adoptees33:49 Where To Follow And Support34:10 Subscribe And Closing ThanksFollow Taylor on social media:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylorruipingshenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorshennettYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaylorshennettFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChineseAdopteeFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttleChinese adoption, transracial adoptee, international adoption story, adoptee journey, adoption podcast, birth family search, genetic genealogy, Asian adoptee story, identity and adoption, searching for biological family, adoption awareness, adoptee voices, DNA testing adoption, international adoptee search, family identityAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 36m 44s | ||||||
| 4/7/26 | What Happened After the DNA Reunions? (2-Year Anniversary Special) | This week, Jay & Misty celebrate the show’s 2-year anniversary by looking back at some of the most powerful, emotional, and unforgettable stories from the past two years. From long-lost family reunions to shocking DNA discoveries and unresolved cases that still stay with them. They also share behind-the-scenes insights, updates on past cases, and reflect on how the show has grown—from just a handful of viewers to a community helping fund life-changing pro bono reunions. This episode is a heartfelt reminder of the impact of DNA, storytelling, and the families still waiting to be found. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/bSgyL2GElEI00:00 Two Year Anniversary00:39 Misty Joins In01:08 KTLA Segment Update01:42 Early Episodes Recap03:03 Twins Story Fallout04:01 Doctor Interview Clip06:27 Patty Airport Reunion08:13 Fake Name Birth Records09:06 Mary May Case Heartbreak10:31 RootsTech And Award12:49 Kailyn Memphis Reunion14:32 Funding Pro Bono Work17:03 Break And Sponsor Spot17:45 Chiari Smith Twist19:09 Shanna Zoom DNA Reveal20:16 Family Secret Revealed20:54 Season Highlights Recap21:31 Baby Holly Gains Traction22:40 Reunion Updates and Studio Talk23:40 Mary Maybe and Tough Choices24:45 RootsTech Plans and Speaking25:23 Caitlyn Reunion Goes South26:31 Sensitive Cases and Letters30:03 Donald Brown Mystery Name31:28 Celebrity DNA and Vanishing Leads32:58 Mexico Case Investigation36:05 Pro Bono and Closing ThanksCheck out Jared's channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@GeneaVloggerFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttleFinding Family DNA, DNA reunion stories, adoption stories, genetic genealogy, family reunions, adoptee stories, family secrets, genealogy podcast, DNA discoveries, birth family search, podcast anniversary, DNA journeys, finding biological family, pro bono cases, emotional reunion storiesAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 39m 29s | ||||||
| 3/24/26 | My Birth Mother Told Everyone I Died at Birth | In this episode of Finding Family DNA, we follow Jenn Reinschmidt’s emotional journey to uncover her biological family after growing up knowing she was adopted. What started as a search for medical history quickly turned into a life-changing discovery when Misty Gillis used DNA matches and family tree analysis to identify Jenn’s birth mother—and ultimately connect her with her half-brother. Along the way, long-held family secrets are revealed, including the shocking truth that Jenn’s birth mother told others she had died at birth. This episode is a powerful story of identity, resilience, and what it means to find connection later in life.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/OmTNL6AXjTc00:00 Show Welcome01:05 Meet Jen Rein Schmidt01:28 Growing Up Adopted03:11 Why Start Searching04:56 Choosing Birth Parent Finder06:38 Managing Expectations08:07 Early Clues From Records10:56 Break And Promo11:37 DNA Matches Breakthrough13:00 Tracking The Birth Mother14:29 Contacting Bell Family15:58 Randy Connection Revealed17:05 Estranged Sister Update18:20 Paternal Side Leads19:28 Jen Reacts to Reunion20:20 Meeting Randy for Lunch21:19 Told She Died at Birth22:25 Resemblance and Identity24:06 Adoptive Parents Support25:50 Future Plans with Randy27:37 Advice for Searchers29:21 Final ThoughtsCheck out Jared's channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@GeneaVloggerFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttle Finding Family DNA, adoption story, adoptee journey, DNA reunion, birth family search, genetic genealogy, family secrets, adoptee stories, finding biological family, ancestry DNA, identity discovery, long lost family, emotional reunion, adoption podcast, DNA family searchAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 31m 23s | ||||||
| 3/10/26 | Inside RootsTech 2026: The Future of DNA and Genealogy | This week, Misty explains how investigative genetic genealogy helped solve the 1991 murder of Danielle Clause in Ventura, California. Using preserved crime scene DNA, GEDmatch, and advanced genealogy techniques, the team identified Larry Devon Welch more than three decades after the crime. Misty breaks down the science behind centimorgans, kinship testing, phenotyping, and how everyday DNA uploads can help solve violent cold cases.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/c8FeamaB6Y800:00 Welcome to RootsTech 202600:18 Meet Jared Ross01:22 Jared’s Genealogy Origin Story02:26 RootsTech Tips and Highlights05:09 Marlee Matlin Keynote Clip08:45 Why Inclusion Matters09:22 Investigative Genetic Genealogy10:11 Nancy Guthrie Case DNA Breakdown15:57 MyHeritage Interview and WGS18:51 MyHeritage Upload Changes and Deals19:35 Voice Gift Family StoriesCheck out Jared's channel here:https://www.youtube.com/@GeneaVloggerFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttlegenetic genealogy, genealogy podcast, family history research, DNA genealogy, RootsTech 2026, investigative genetic genealogy, DNA cold cases, family tree research, MyHeritage DNA, ancestry research, forensic genealogy, adoptee search, birth parent search, genealogy conference, DNA technology, genealogy community, solving family mysteries, DNA family connectionsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 21m 15s | ||||||
| 2/24/26 | How DNA Solved the Mysterious Murder of Danielle Clause | This week, Misty explains how investigative genetic genealogy helped solve the 1991 murder of Danielle Clause in Ventura, California. Using preserved crime scene DNA, GEDmatch, and advanced genealogy techniques, the team identified Larry Devon Welch more than three decades after the crime. Misty breaks down the science behind centimorgans, kinship testing, phenotyping, and how everyday DNA uploads can help solve violent cold cases.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/QanKOSk9ICE00:00 Welcome to the Show00:15 Meet Misty and Her Work00:54 Subscribe and RootsTech Update02:22 Case Intro Danielle Clause03:06 What Is Investigative Genetic Genealogy04:48 Databases GEDMatch and FTDNA06:31 Reading Matches and Centimorgans08:57 From Lead to CODIS Confirmation10:22 Danielle Clause Case Background11:55 Evidence and Early Investigation12:44 Building Trees and Common Ancestors14:56 Kinship Test Narrows Suspects17:03 Phenotyping and Identifying Larry Welch21:13 Break and Sponsor Message21:52 Post Break Bloodline Detectives Talk22:42 Law Enforcement Workflow and Outreach Rules23:43 Why GEDMatch Matters27:19 More Cases and Impact of IGG30:39 Victims Families and Remembering Danielle31:43 Wrap Up and How to HelpFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttleFinding Family DNA, Danielle Clause, Larry Devon Welch, cold case murder, Ventura California crime, investigative genetic genealogy, GEDmatch, forensic genealogy, DNA cold case solved, 1991 murder case, phenotyping DNA, kinship testing, true crime podcast, unsolved murder solvedAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 33m 27s | ||||||
| 2/10/26 | Reuniting with My Birth Mother and Sister After Foster Care and Homelessness | This week, we meet Linda Rasmussen — Jay’s right-hand woman and the intake specialist for BirthParentFinder.com. Linda introduces us to the powerful case of Victor, a young man living in a homeless shelter, whose search for his birth family becomes one of the most emotional reunions the team has worked on. With Linda’s investigative support and Jay’s guidance, Victor reconnects with his biological mother and sister after decades of separation. What begins as a pro bono case turns into a moving journey of resilience, forgiveness, and unexpected love. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/Z8zHJs9jTT400:00 Introduction00:31 Meet Linda Rasmussen01:00 Victor's Story Unfolds03:51 The Search for Tiffany06:29 Reunion on Zoom13:44 Victor's Struggles and Resilience18:00 Bella's Perspective24:25 Reconnecting with a Long-Lost Sibling25:07 Multilingual Journey and Cultural Exploration26:26 Reflections on Upbringing and Family Dynamics27:32 Estranged Relationship with Birth Father28:46 Complex Relationship with Birth Mother33:14 Plans for Reuniting with Victor37:42 Final Thoughts and Messages of HopeFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttle#FindingFamilyDNA #AdoptionReunion #BirthFamilySearch #FamilyConnections #TrueStoryPodcast #GenealogyPodcast #ProBonoCase #FosterCareJourneys #DNAReunion #FamilyHealingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 47m 53s | ||||||
| 1/22/26 | A DNA Test Revealed My Birth Father Was My Mother’s Stepfather | Jay and Misty sit down with Shanna Daloussi, a past giveaway recipient, who shares the emotional and unexpected journey of discovering her biological father. With Jay’s help, Shanna used DNA testing to uncover the truth: the man who raised her was not her biological father — and the person who was turned out to be someone already inside her family circle. What follows is a raw and vulnerable conversation about betrayal, hidden truths, grief, and ultimately, reclaiming one’s identity. This episode is a powerful reminder of the impact of DNA and the resilience required to face the truth.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/X6woL_BLmPM00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:19 Meet Misty Gillis: Genealogist Extraordinaire01:32 California's New Senate Bill 38102:52 Holiday Giveaway Story06:36 Transparency in Adoption07:06 Shanna's Journey12:18 Revelations and Reactions15:56 Reflecting on Mother's Choices16:39 Her Mother's Reaction to DNA Reveal17:36 Strained Relationship with Mother18:30 Family Dynamics and Children's Awareness19:22 Genetic Health Concerns25:05 Alcoholism and Seeking Help27:36 Final ThoughtsFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttleFinding Family DNA, DNA reunion, adoptee stories, family secrets, Shanna Daloussi, biological father search, genetic genealogy, DNA testing, identity discovery, trauma and healing, sexual abuse awareness, Jay Rosenzweig, Misty GillisAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 31m 22s | ||||||
| 1/6/26 | She Had a Secret Daughter — And Never Told Anyone | We’re kicking off 2026 with a powerful reunion story between Mary and Nia — two half-sisters who had no idea the other existed. After decades of dead ends and a private investigator who vanished, Mary found Finding Family DNA and began her journey again. With the help of public ancestry records, GEDmatch, and a remarkably detailed family tree, Misty and Jay uncover a maternal match and open the door to long-lost family. It’s a heartwarming episode about faith, connection, and the healing power of truth.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/dQooTR-M4vU00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:52 Special Announcement from Misty01:19 Introducing Mary and Nia's Story01:46 The Search for Birth Parents03:19 Mary's Journey to Find Her Birth Family06:30 The Role of DNA Databases09:07 Reunion and Reflections28:21 Final ThoughtsFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttleFinding Family DNA, Adoption Reunion, GEDmatch, Family Discovery, Ancestry Search, Genealogy, DNA Reunion, Adoptee Voices, Misty Gillis, Jay RosenzweigAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 29m 31s | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | Inside the Boy in the Box Case with the Woman Who Solved It | In this special edition of Finding Family DNA, Jay turns the spotlight on co-host and investigative genetic genealogist Misty Gillis, as she walks us through the chilling and historic “Boy in the Box” case — a mystery unsolved for over six decades. Misty shares how she used the same DNA techniques applied in adoptee reunifications to help identify the boy as Joseph Augustus Zarelli, a four-year-old found murdered in Philadelphia in 1957. With compassion, precision, and years of dedication, Misty cracked a case that baffled authorities for generations, giving the nameless child his identity and a family to claim him. This moving episode celebrates Misty’s role in solving one of America’s most haunting cold cases — a testament to the power of DNA and dogged determination.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen — your support helps fund our pro bono DNA cases. Also, if you want to support our mission more directly, join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/JDSLh9OsPog00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:52 Subscriber Growth and Audience Insights06:13 The Boy in the Box Case Introduction07:15 Solving the Boy in the Box Case17:34 Emotional Impact and Press Conference20:15 Other Notable Cases and Professional Journey26:31 Conclusion and Future PlansFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttle#FindingFamilyDNA #TheBoyInTheBox #MistyGillis #TrueCrime #ColdCaseSolved #GeneticGenealogy #ForensicGenealogy #UnsolvedMysteries #DNAJustice #AdopteeVoices #TrueCrimePodcast #SolvedWithDNA #CrimeSolvedAfter60Years #JusticeForJosephZarelli #PhiladelphiaCrimeHistoryAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 31m 58s | ||||||
| 11/20/25 | How DNA Led Me to a Father Who Never Knew I Existed | In Episode 32 of Finding Family DNA, Jay and Misty sit down with Chakari Smith, an adoptee who grew up in Philadelphia and entered foster care at age 7 before being adopted at 11. Despite reconnecting with her birth mother later in life, Chakari never knew her father—until a combination of DNA testing, genealogy, and birth index research led Misty to uncover his identity. Chakari shares the emotional journey of discovering a half-brother, forming a relationship with her incarcerated father, and reflecting on the strength it took to break cycles of addiction. It’s a powerful story of resilience, reconnection, and redefining what family means.Join our Patreon to help support a pro bono case!https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/jUJs4nJfYzA00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:21 Special Announcement: Patreon and YouTube Milestone02:01 Guest Introduction: Chakari's Story03:07 Chakari's Childhood and Adoption Journey05:00 Reconnecting with Birth Family11:46 Finding Chakari's Birth Father13:29 PSA and Sponsor Message15:07 The Search Process Explained19:49 Connecting with Birth Father and Half-Brother23:14 Building a Relationship with Birth FatherFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttle#findingfamilyDNA #AdopteeVoices #AdoptionJourney #BirthParentSearchAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 34m 47s | ||||||
| 10/14/25 | How DNA Helped Me Reclaim My Story—and Myself | In Episode 31 of Finding Family DNA, therapist and adoptee advocate Nikole Shaw shares her powerful journey of uncovering the truth about her biological roots. After years of believing she was conceived through a violent assault, a recent DNA match revealed a very different story—one that brought relief, clarity, and a new understanding of her identity. Nikole reflects on the emotional weight of carrying false narratives, the healing power of truth, and how her work now supports other adoptees in their search for connection, community, and self-acceptance.Join our Patreon to help support a pro bono case!https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/xoyTWUl14xI00:00 Welcome to the Show!00:28 Subscribe and Win a Mug01:42 Nikole's Adoption Journey03:15 Challenges in Adoption Cases05:45 Nikole's Childhood10:00 Finding Nikole's Birth Mother12:07 Connecting with Birth Relatives17:56 Paternal Side Mystery22:06 Recent Developments in Nikole's Case24:27 Discovering a Half-Sister25:03 Reaching Out and Waiting26:01 A Year Later: Renewed Efforts27:10 Unraveling the Truth29:07 Confronting Family Secrets31:06 Processing the Revelation33:11 Reflecting on the Journey41:46 Advice for Adoptees43:23 Connecting with the Community44:33 Final ThoughtsFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttle#findingfamilyDNA #birthparentfinder #podshuttle #chobostudios #adoption #DNA #genealogy #genealogypodcast #DNApodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 45m 29s | ||||||
| 9/17/25 | From Family Secret to Feature Film: "One Big Happy Family" | In Episode 30 of Finding Family DNA, Jay and Misty sit down with actress, writer, and producer Lisa Brenner, whose latest film "One Big Happy Family" draws from her real-life discovery that the man who raised her was not her biological father. Lisa shares how a casual decision to take a DNA test a decade ago unraveled a deeply personal truth—one that reshaped her identity and inspired her to write a screenplay during the pandemic. She discusses the emotional aftermath, the evolving relationship with her mother and half-siblings, and how her understanding of family shifted from genetics to love and connection. Candid and uplifting, Lisa’s story highlights the power of resilience, storytelling, and redefining what it truly means to be family.Join our Patreon to help support a pro bono case!https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/s3EhpQcS-P800:00 Welcome to the Show!00:25 Recap of Recent Events02:25 Introducing: Lisa Brenner04:20 Discovering Family Secrets09:13 Impact of DNA Discoveries14:00 Reflections and Moving Forward16:39 Family Dynamics and Personal Reflections17:30 Movie Quote and Personal Beliefs18:45 Clip from 'One Big Happy Family'20:07 Remembering Linda Lavin20:53 Filming and Casting Insights24:20 Writing the Screenplay26:02 Personal Reflections on Writing31:26 Family Cameos and Fun Facts32:13 Final Thoughts and MessageFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttle#findingfamilyDNA #birthparentfinder #podshuttle #chobostudios #adoption #DNA #genealogy #genealogypodcast #DNApodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 34m 21s | ||||||
| 8/21/25 | How a 23andMe DNA Test Found My Dad | In this powerful follow-up to Episode 4, author and adoptee Lakeeta Greene returns to share the next chapter in her remarkable journey—finding her birth father, Richard. After the emotional reunion with her mother detailed in her first book Seeking Closure, Lakeeta’s story continues in Closure at a Cost, where revelations from that reunion propel her toward a new search. Through DNA testing and an unexpected 23andMe match with a half-sister, Lakeeta is led to Richard, a man unaware he had a daughter. Their connection is immediate, heartfelt, and full of gratitude, marking a stark contrast to the uncertainty that shaped her early life. Joined by Richard on the show, the two reflect on their emotional first meeting, the importance of DNA confirmation, and the joy of discovering family bonds later in life. This episode is a testament to healing, perseverance, and the life-changing power of truth.Join our Patreon to help support a pro bono case!https://www.patreon.com/findingfamilydnaWatch this podcast right now on YouTube!https://youtu.be/LiX2MFLQ2-w00:00 Welcome to the Show!00:19 Reconnecting with Lakeeta Green01:13 Lakeeta's Journey to Find Her Birth Father03:54 Introducing Richard, Lakeeta's Birth Father06:07 The DNA Test and Confirmation12:54 Reflections and Future Plans18:26 Final ThoughtsFollow the show here:https://www.instagram.com/findingfamilydna/https://www.instagram.com/lasleuthhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinder/Are you looking to find your birth parents? Get in touch with Jay and his team!https://www.birthparentfinder.comhttps://www.instagram.com/birthparentfinderThis podcast was edited using PodShuttle, the fully-remote podcast editing and management service owned and operated by CHOBO Studios. For more info, visit podshuttle.io and follow us on Instagram to see more shows we've helped bring to life.https://www.instagram.com/chobostudioshttps://www.instagram.com/podshuttle#findingfamilyDNA #birthparentfinder #podshuttle #chobostudios #adoption #DNA #genealogy #genealogypodcast #DNApodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands | 19m 15s | ||||||
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