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My Twin Brother & I Were Born Addicted to Crack, Abused, and Human Trafficked | Ep 193

Jul 29, 2026 ยท 1h 12m

Topics discussed

Intro: Childhood abuse and confinement Podcast intro and guest introduction Birth, twin brother, and early neglect Abuse by first adoptive mother CPS intervention and removal from home Foster care struggles and speech therapy Adolescence, self-harm, and suicide attempts Conflict with foster parents and juvenile detention Taekwondo, adoption, and early drug use Reconnecting with biological mother Homelessness, prostitution, and survival Relationship with pimp and theft Overdose, rehab attempts, and relapse Sponsorship and strict recovery program Advocacy, education, and final thoughts
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