<p>In this heartfelt episode, journalist and FutureWomen founder Helen McCabe speaks with former AFL player Brad Murphy about his early years in foster care, being adopted into a loving family and the lasting impact those experiences have had on his life. </p><p>Brad reflects on growing up surrounded by strong support, the values instilled by his adoptive parents and how those foundations helped him navigate the demands of elite sport and life beyond the game. He speaks openly about how his upbringing has shaped his approach to fatherhood, coaching and giving back to his community. </p><p>This is a grounded and moving conversation about the power of a nurturing family environment, the importance of connection and what it means to thrive. </p><p><a href="https://ahomeforeverychild.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Help us find #aHomeForEveryChild</em></a>  </p><p>Get in touch:  </p><p>You can find out more about us at <a href="http://www.adoptchange.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>www.adoptchange.org.au</em></a>   </p><p>Like this episode? Share your thoughts with us on  </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/adoptchangeau/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Instagram</em></a>   </p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AdoptChangeAU/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Facebook</em></a>  </p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/adopt-change/?viewAsMember=true" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>LinkedIn</em></a> </p><p>Show credits:  </p><p>Host: <em>Helen McCabe, Adopt Change Ambassador</em>  </p><p>Guest: <em>Brad Murphy, Adopt Change Ambassador</em> </p><p>Audio Producer: <a href="https://www.fernandamdedic.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Fernanda Dedic</em></a><em>, Adopt Change</em>  </p><p>Executive Producer: <em>Emily Hikaiti, Adopt Change, Ashton Kobler, Adopt Change, Renée Leigh (Carter), Adopt Change </em> </p>

A Home and Healing for Every Child

Adopt Change

Pathways to purpose: Brad Murphy on adoption, resilience and community

JUL 14, 202536 MIN
A Home and Healing for Every Child

Pathways to purpose: Brad Murphy on adoption, resilience and community

JUL 14, 202536 MIN

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<p>In this heartfelt episode, journalist and FutureWomen founder Helen McCabe speaks with former AFL player Brad Murphy about his early years in foster care, being adopted into a loving family and the lasting impact those experiences have had on his life. </p><p>Brad reflects on growing up surrounded by strong support, the values instilled by his adoptive parents and how those foundations helped him navigate the demands of elite sport and life beyond the game. He speaks openly about how his upbringing has shaped his approach to fatherhood, coaching and giving back to his community. </p><p>This is a grounded and moving conversation about the power of a nurturing family environment, the importance of connection and what it means to thrive. </p><p><a href="https://ahomeforeverychild.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Help us find #aHomeForEveryChild</em></a>  </p><p>Get in touch:  </p><p>You can find out more about us at <a href="http://www.adoptchange.org.au/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>www.adoptchange.org.au</em></a>   </p><p>Like this episode? Share your thoughts with us on  </p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/adoptchangeau/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Instagram</em></a>   </p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AdoptChangeAU/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Facebook</em></a>  </p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/adopt-change/?viewAsMember=true" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>LinkedIn</em></a> </p><p>Show credits:  </p><p>Host: <em>Helen McCabe, Adopt Change Ambassador</em>  </p><p>Guest: <em>Brad Murphy, Adopt Change Ambassador</em> </p><p>Audio Producer: <a href="https://www.fernandamdedic.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><em>Fernanda Dedic</em></a><em>, Adopt Change</em>  </p><p>Executive Producer: <em>Emily Hikaiti, Adopt Change, Ashton Kobler, Adopt Change, Renée Leigh (Carter), Adopt Change </em> </p>