This week Chris and Jay explore the compelling story of Angela Harden's search for her biological parents. Angela, who was adopted at a young age, embarked on this journey driven by health concerns and a curiosity about her familial origins. The episode highlights the complexities of genealogical research, particularly when dealing with small-town records and overlapping familial ties. With the expertise of genetic genealogist Misty Gillis, they navigate through intricate DNA matches and historical records, ultimately making significant progress on Angela's paternal side. The discussion delves into the emotional impact of these discoveries, including Angela's resolve to reach out to her birth mother, underlining the profound personal implications of uncovering one's roots through DNA testing.
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00:00 Cold Open
00:29 Welcome to Finding Family DNA
01:40 Meet Misty Gillis: Genetic Genealogist
02:22 Misty's Cold Case Success
04:58 Angela Harden's Case
10:02 Angela's Adoption Journey
16:57 Solving the Maternal Side Mystery
21:53 Identifying Angela's Birth Mother
22:39 Angela's Emotional Journey
23:20 Connecting the Dots: Family Ties
25:26 Reaching Out to Ruth
27:03 Advice and Next Steps
31:47 Discovering Paternal Connections
41:30 Angela's Reflections and Advice
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