Griffin grew up in a family whose illustrious life defined them. But beneath their fame were the secrets that shaped... more

At the age of sixteen, Jill began a relationship that lasted most of her life with her much-older professor. Twenty-five... more

In her quest for answers about her biological mother in South Korea, Tracy finds more—and in some ways, less—than what... more

When Sacha looks back to her childhood, she sees the branches of a gnarled and tangled family tree. But through... more

Growing up in Ahmedabad, one of India’s fastest-growing cities in the early 2000s, Zara’s world ignited –both literally and figuratively.See... more

When Garth was growing up, he managed to hide his struggles from his parents. But when Garth becomes a parent himself,... more

Nabil’s dad is not exactly in the picture when he grows up. But he is in other pictures, many in fact.... more

After years of keeping her abortion a secret, Honor discovers the power of telling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s in a name? And what’s not? With a splintered identity and a voracious hunger for truth, David travels far... more

Two fires. Two Anitas. Countless questions. In order to understand her mother—and herself—Nina must reckon with a difficult and diffuse... more

Season 11 of Family Secrets premieres next Thursday, November 7th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dani updates the Family Secrets family about our Season 11 launch and an upcoming workshop at Kripalu Center.See omnystudio.com/listener for... more

Hi Family Secrets family, this week we're bringing you a podcast we think you'll enjoy: You Probably Think This Story's... more

Dani shares an update with the Family Secrets family at the end of our tenth season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susannah was 758; that was her identifying number as a research subject in an academic study—and a psychological experiment— that... more

It’s not until well into Darren’s adulthood that he discovers the truth of his father’s secret past. And what does... more

David’s mother is a fantasist with a secret. But hers is the kind of strange secret that’s out in the... more

The cult is a secret to most people she knows. Her very identity is a secret to most people she... more

Reed grew up with a camera in his hand. At first, the videos he made with his brothers were just... more

When Molly’s secret longings and buried desires become the basis of her marriage, she must decide how—and how much—to disclose.... more

Deep in Dina’s family lore is a story of a fire; someone burned a house down. But who? And why?... more

When Michelle gets a knock on her door one day in 2017, her life—and the lives of her loved ones—will... more

Barrett and his wife Jane are both oncologists – they share a social world, a professional world, and a rich... more

Growing up, Whit was extremely close with her mother. But when she becomes pregnant in her twenties, her mother extracts... more

Welcome to the 10th season of Family Secrets. Join us starting June 6th for new stories about identity, connection, and... more

Season 10 will launch in June; in the meantime, here’s an update on all things Family Secrets, some of which... more

Alice’s upbringing is one of simultaneous excess and absence, and in the deep canyon between the two, she loses herself... more

Maggie made a life for herself as a successful poet, wife, and proud mother of two. But after years of... more

Her paternity. Her health. Her very self. For many years, these are all mysteries to Kimberly. As she reckons with... more

In his journey toward self-discovery, Shane must reconstruct his past by cobbling together memories of his kidnapping, upbringing, and the... more

Susan takes great lengths and risks to get answers about her biological family. But sometimes, in the world of family... more

Brittany’s early life is defined by the road; she and her mom are vagabonds of sorts, never settling for too... more

When Sarah is a young child, her parents vanish at sea. They are never found. How does she mourn what... more

Daniel grows up idolizing William, his friend and future brother-in-law. William is adventurous, effervescent and inspiring. But William has other... more

Happy Thanksgiving to our Family Secrets family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It started with a wreck – a car accident steeped in the history of Cassandra’s family. When she learns about... more

Nobody thinks they’re joining a cult. Certainly not the children who are born into it. When, over time, Mikel learns... more

Join us on November 9th for new stories of resilience, memory, and the way in which long-held family secrets so... more

Today’s Great Minds bonus episode features scholar of bioethics and founder of The John Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics, Dr.... more

Tune in next week for our next Great Minds bonus conversation with renowned scientist, academic, and founder of the Johns... more

For this week’s Great Minds bonus episode, Dani sits down with bestselling author Kris Carr to explore the moving themes... more

Next week’s bonus conversation is with bestselling author and wellness leader, Kris Carr. We’ll be unpacking a moving and memorable... more

As part of this special bonus series, Dani and great mind Dr. Mark Epstein explore the powerful themes that underscore... more

Next week’s bonus conversation is with one of our favorite writers and thinkers, about an unusual and unforgettable Family Secrets... more

In the first episode of this special bonus series, Dani and great mind Dr. Galit Atlas unpack the themes presented... more

Dani announces a new bonus series of conversations with great minds coming soon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus episode, Dani sits down with Pulitzer Prize Winning Writer Jennifer Senior about her latest cover story in... more

As we prepare for Season Nine, Dani pauses to say hello to our Family Secrets family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second part of this inspiring two-part episode, writer and musician Jessica Willis Fisher finishes her powerful story of survival.See... more

In the first part of this harrowing two-part episode, writer and musician Jessica Willis Fisher courageously speaks the unspeakable truths... more

From the outside, Priscilla’s family life looks dazzling. Her parents are both revered in the literary community and she and... more

Kyleigh and her older sister Kait couldn’t be closer. They lean on one another all throughout childhood. But at a... more

Letty’s life is laced with “shanda”—the Yiddish word for shame or disgrace. And the shanda is not hers alone; it... more

Emi is a brilliant child caught in the storms of the adults around her. As such, her own troubles begin... more

Allison knows something is fundamentally different about her. She looks different and she feels different from the other girls in... more

Forever punctuated by shame, secrecy, and danger, Isaac's search to know himself has always been a precarious journey. But as... more

From a very young age, Sophia is taught to deflect when people ask questions. Her parents teach her this lesson,... more

Growing up among conflicting cultures and customs, Carmen feels a profound sense of otherness. When her mother reveals their family... more

Join us starting May 4th for 10 new stories of tenacity, resilience, and the profoundly necessary excavation of long-held family... more

In this special bonus episode, the tables are turned as veteran journalist and podcast host Kimi Culp interviews Dani about... more