In this episode of Family Matters, James talks with Daf, the writer and creator of BBC’s Lost Boys & Fairies. Together they explore adoption and representation on screen, the inspiration behind Lost Boys & Fairies, and how stories like Doctor Who can help adoptees make sense of identity, belonging and loss. They also discuss the importance of authentic storytelling, community, and continued support for adopted people beyond childhood.

Mentions & recommendations:

Russell T Davies; This Is Us (Disney+); Lion (film); Trying (Apple TV+); and lots of love for Welsh and queer representation on mainstream platforms.

Content note: discussion of grief and bereavement, trauma, abandonment, raised voices, and mental health.

Guests:

Daf — playwright/screenwriter/composer/performer; creator of Lost Boys & Fairies.

James — adoptee and screenwriter.

Host:

Sarah (Adoption UK)

Links:

Lost Boys & Fairies https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m001wzp2/lost-boys-and-fairies

Adoption UK Connected https://www.adoptionuk.org/cyps-cymru

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