About this episode
Mark shares his journey of discovering his true heritage after a DNA test reveals unexpected results following his father's death.
Growing up with a "normal" Midwestern upbringing, Mark never felt different or disconnected from his family. However, after his father's death, a quest to explore his Portuguese heritage through a DNA test led to the staggering discovery that he was 100% Iberian and had zero Polish blood. Now, he shares his journey of navigating this new reality, confronting a mother whose memories are fading, and connecting with a biological family he never knew existed. Mark can be reached via email markthe...
People in this episode
Host: Lily Wood
Guest: Mark
Topics covered
- identity
- heritage
- family
- DNA testing
- personal journey
Keywords
- DNA test
- Iberian heritage
- family connection
- personal story
- Midwestern upbringing
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