'Dear Alana,' [Teaser]

08/08/23 • 1 min

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Alana’s mother finds a letter Alana wrote to herself before she died, a letter that reveals the very complicated relationship she had with her family, her church, and herself. Host Simon Kent Fung explores the life of Alana Chen, a devout young woman from Colorado whose journals bring up his own demons.

Premieres August 14th.

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Premieres August 14th.

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Introducing "Dear Alana,"

A devout Colorado youth, Alana Chen, disappears from Boulder, leaving behind dozens of journals that reveal her aspiration to become a nun alongside fatal secrets about sexuality and faith. Host, Simon Kent Fung, who shares a strikingly similar past, embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind her fate, while confronting his own demons.

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Simon travels to Boulder to meet Alana’s mother, Joyce, and becomes determined to help her understand what happened to Alana.

This episode contains references to suicide. If you or someone you know is in need of help, please contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988. Listener discretion is advised.

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Dear Alana, - 'Dear Alana,' [Teaser]

Transcript

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This was I was telling you about this, that I found this on her keyboard. It would just like kind of showed up and do you are married to Dear Alanna, you were just a little girl, but you really don't like yourself. What if I told you that I love who you are, I love you how you are and how you will be tomorrow. You have beautiful hair and a beautiful face, and your family would miss you if you were gone. Dear Alanna, I don't know what to say.