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12/06/23 • 28 min

The Anna Jinja Show

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David Bynum & Mike Ratliff

Join us for an inspiring journey with David Bynum, a man whose life story is nothing short of extraordinary. Born and adopted in Columbus, OH, David began his search in 2018 and is currently in reunion with both sides of his biological family.

A married father of three and grandfather of six, David is a U.S. Army Veteran and Retired Correctional Officer. Recently retired from coaching High School Football at Reynoldsburg High School due to the COVID-19 pandemic, David and his wife Marie own ByDam Multimedia, the parent company to Star107fm.com, an online radio station with a global presence.

David's company produced the award-winning documentary release, "From A Place of Love – My Adoption Journey," gaining national attention in the adoption/foster community.

Mike Ratliff performs his selected song, "Believe in Me," a tune chosen to resonate with David's inspiring story and the overarching theme of The Anna Jinja Show.

From the winding highways to the soulful diners, Mike's journey is etched in the melodies he crafted during his years on the road. "Believe in Me" is not just a song; it's a connection to the raw authenticity of life's journey.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary fusion of music and storytelling!

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Madeleine White & Jo Renton

Embark on an emotional journey as we delve into an extraordinary life story, narrated by a daughter (Madeleine White) and her mother (Jo Renton). Madeleine, born in Germany with roots in Canada and the UK, is not only a magazine publisher and editor but also the author of 'Mother of Floods' and a poignant poetry collection titled 'The Horse And The Girl.' Both mother and daughter share their stories and poems that revolves around their experience and connection to adoption.

Jo recounts her childhood, marked by the revelation of her father's identity—a Native-Canadian soldier named Donald Potts. Intriguingly, her parents had a brief romance, culminating in a poignant moment when Donald pressed a ten-pound note into baby Jo’s tiny hand during their last encounter.

Facing the challenge of finding her father after her mother's passing in 1993, Jo turned to Project Roots for assistance. Against the odds, the search led to a heartwarming reunion with her father's family in Temagami, Canada.

Tune in to this episode on The Anna Jinja Show and share this captivating story of love, loss, and family bonds with your network. Let's celebrate the resilience of the human spirit and the power of connections that transcend time and distance.

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