This show along with a few selected others in the same vain have became family to those of us who were lost in the DNA/NPE fog and needed to find our people to help make sense of one of the most emotional upheaval one can experience in their lifetime.

It’s great listening to these real life stories that aren’t more murders. It’s hard to believe that so many people have to go through this upheaval in their lives. I feel for all of them. None of them deserve this. Don does an excellent job interviewing the people willing to put their stories out there.

Don has such a gift! Thanks for sharing your gift with the world!

Don and this podcast has been so informational to newbies in the NPE world. I am not an NPE but has a spouse that is. This podcast is amazing 🤩

I listen to a lot of NPE podcasts and each one has their strengths. The strength of this one is that it is the most entertaining and polished one. It is well made, well edited, and has unique and captivating stories.

Love these Podcasts…. They have helped me as a NPE so much. Thank You Don

Don is a masterful producer and host. He champions everyone desiring to put together their missing pieces. Bravery shines in every guest sharing their story. He feels their pain in the most genuine and authentic way. He has lived it and now helps others. He’s a NPE, Search Angel and Friend. Thank you Don! You are an incredible man! 💘🥇🏆

I have loved listening to this podcast, Don does a fantastic job telling these stories of DNA surprises. I too found out I was an NPE, and listening helps me understand the complex feelings many of us have. I also love the humor he weaves into his episodes, thank you!

This show blows me away. To think that you are just living your life for decades, loving your family,raising your kid and all of a sudden, you are hit with a bomb - Your dad isn't your dad and now you have a new brother!! Crazy. DNA results are upending thousands of lives, sometimes with joyful and exciting results, and sometimes with results that can cause a seizemic quake across family bonds. I was introduced to this show on Episode S5 Ep 9 "Pamela - The Reluctant One" and was taken in by the idea of a woman leading a normal life when she gets news that her dad was never her bio dad. Earth-shattering stuff. This episode was so enlightening that it made me question my own heritage and lean toward the idea of getting my own DNA tested. Gulp! What if my family tree is similarly out of whack with my current understanding of who my relatives are! This episode was my entry into the podcast, after which I started downloading the whole back catalogue and listening on my long drives. I love this show because Don's warm, friendly, and curous tone completely engages and get invested in following along and more and more revelations occur during each show. The production feels like NPR, so it's really pro, and the content is riveting... in a slow burn way. Thanks to Don Anderson for creating this show and revealing all the missing pieces that are in subject's lives. Even 20 years ago, this show would have been impossible because the DNA technology wasn't available. But now, these "missing pieces" stories will almost inevitabley be revealed in every family, either directly or by a few degrees of separation. What was a secret is no longer a secret. It's mindboggling that a microscopic piece of seemingly insignificant matter from decades ago, could be such a huge force now in family compoositon and dynamics. Bravo to "Missing Pieces" for bringing this all to light. Keep up the good work!

I look forward to each of your episodes. There is always something in each episode that speaks to me. Your podcast has helped me navigate through the struggles of being an npe.

Clearly (all my nicknames…blah blah) doesn’t have a strong humor bone. I cracked up at how he asked if people had listened to his podcast. Very man on the street vibes. Don is a leader in the NPE community and his kind questions and understanding manner, not to mention perfect podcast voice reach many confused and hurting people. Hey, but thanks for listening! —————————————————————- I wrote this so long ago I can’t remember exactly which episode it was. But I forgot to send it. I went to write another and could delete this, but I don’t want to.😁

Great podcast, wonderful host!!

Don did a beautiful job weaving two different sisters’ perspectives together to create a seamless, narrative example of the NPE life experience. My wife and I used to listen to relaxing adult sleep stories at bedtime, but ever since my sister turned me on to the missing pieces pod cast, sleep evades me! The stories are so compelling, I had to add the pod cast to my morning routine instead.

I love how Don really lets his guests speak and be vulnerable, he even cries with them. There’s never any judgement. I love how this is not overly edited and you can really hear the feelings in everyone’s voices and stories. When you are an NPE, you feel like nobody knows what you’re going through but listening to this podcast makes you feel understood. Thank you, Don, for letting me be a part of this wonderful experience!

"Missing Pieces - NPE Life" stands out as a captivatingand insighfulpodcast that delves into the NPE(Non Parent Expected) and DNA surprisewxperiences. As a late discovery adoptee(LDA), I found myself relating to many of Don's Episodes. The way he shares and explores these deeply personal stories is truly amazing. Each episode offers a heartfeltand insightful look into the lives of those affected, making it a must-listenfor anyone interested in these topics. I must confess my friend Shirley nudged me to listen and I am so glad I did.

I love all the NPE podcasts, but this one is my favorite. Very relaxed, chill vibe where the guest tells each personal story in their own time & way. He also gives great info on other podcasters & events going on in the NPE community. I look forward to each new episode.

I have had the pleasure of listening to Don Anderson’s NPE Life podcast, and I am continually impressed by the depth and breadth of his work. His dedication to providing valuable content are evident in every episode. Don Anderson is an incredibly kind and compassionate individual. His genuine care for the well-being of others shines through in his interviews and discussions. He tackles critical topics with sensitivity and insight, making complex subjects accessible and engaging for his audience. Don’s ability to connect with his listeners and his guests is truly remarkable. I greatly admire Don for the work he does. Listening to NPE Life has been an enriching experience, and I am grateful for the positive impact Don Anderson continues to make through his podcast. I can’t thank him enough 🙏🏼

I love this podcast. This is a subject that has always interested me and this is the best podcast I have found so far! Thank you!

Most recent episode when he interviews folks at the summit, he asks if they’ve heard his podcast and if they hadn’t, he was clearly annoyed and almost made it seem like they were living under a rock rather than just saying something polite like, “I hope you’ll give it a listen.” He thinks he’s a way bigger deal than he is. There are more thoughtful and kind podcasters out there who know that interviews are not about centering the interviewer.

Great podcast—my heart goes out to these NPE people. I hope they get lots of support from others (family & friends) through their journeys. 💕💕They’re very brave & courageous.

Refreshing to find interesting and clean podcast! Thank you Don!

If only Don, the host, would back off the mic.

No one should be hindered or shamed for seeking where and whom they come from. Don’s compassionate listening, thoughtful interviewing, and professional editing skills weave these important, compelling testimonies into suspenseful, candid stories. The truth will set you free even if it seems unbearable at first.

Don has a way of bringing his guest to the deep stuff quickly. I love the humor he throws in. The NPE’s sound so comfortable sharing. All of our stories are different, but I feel a little piece in each. And Billy Sullivan…I appreciate your vibe! Thanks Lisa for supporting this project with Don. It has helped! 💜

I found this podcast by accident and have never listened to a podcast before. As an NPE, I have found something relatable in every single episode and I have listened to them all. It’s healing to hear others say words that we can understand in our souls because we to have been there.

This is the best NPE podcast currently being done. no offense to the others but the way this one is produced with the commentary and the questions from the moderator. It is absolutely excellent very professionally done with the music also. I just sent Don a message that he hast to figure out how to do this and make a decent living so it’s all he does. Love it 😍

I’m not only a listener, I was also on one of the episodes. Don is an amazing storyteller and interviewer. I usually shed a few tears during most episodes but it is always cathartic. The stories are captivating and emotional- you don’t have to be an NPE to appreciate this podcast- you just have to like good storytelling!

Your podcast is absolutely fabulous and comforting. Thank you Don, and all who share in their journey. I have listened to each of your episodes and been on two NPE podcasts sharing my story. Thank you, for giving of your time and attention to address such a eye and heart awaking event. Kindly, Karen NPE2019

I just listened to Phone call with Mom 1 & 2 …. Can I just say what an incredible conversation between son and Mother. I’m almost speechless as to how well feelings were expressed and as to the high level of self control that was a very mature example of how to talk about late discovery misattributed paternity. Thank you for sharing this raw and private conversation with us. I look forward to hearing more from this guest. *PS I am a NPE struggling to have a relationship with my Mother.

Love this podcast! Thank you to you and your guests for sharing stories that resonate so deeply with other people in the NPE community. I Hope someday I can share my story and it might give someone hope and comfort knowing that they are not alone in their feelings!

I listened to every episode over the past 17 days. Helped me understand a lot of feelings.

I discovered Don’s podcast one year after discovering my own NPE status. I was struggling, and I had never listened to a podcast before, so I was hesitant. Well, I ended up listening to all 32 episodes in about 10 days. Don is thoughtful, caring, and most importantly, he is relatable. I have learned so much from listening to other people’s experiences. I feel like I just graduated NPE college and I’m about to begin my NPE post grad work. My new reality is not as overwhelming as it once seemed. Thank you to Don, thank you to his wife, and thank you to all those who have been brave enough to share their stories.

This podcast is where I learned the title NPE. I haven’t listened to or read any other NPE material, and I am so glad that I started with Don. He’s tender, relatable, really brings the human experience as it pertains to this revelation of DNA rollercoaster’s.

Don has a great soothing & empathic voice. His conversational style draws the guest & listener in with incredible ease. Love the stories shared!

I love this podcast. It explores all of the stories behind DNA discoveries with a focus on NPE/MPEs. The stories are always fascinating and I think helpful to others finding unexpected DNA results. Don, the host, has a great voice. Easy to listen to.

Norwegian Girl was the best NPE/Adoption podcast I think I have ever listened to….and I have been listening for years to many of them from many podcasters. Your editing and the way you stitched this together was actually masterful. Thanks for putting out such a quality podcast about a subject I find very interesting.

I enjoyed this production so much. That you for presenting it.

Love that I found a place to listen to stories similar to mine- where people just get it! Don does an amazing job holding space for the NPE world. Lots of time (& extras) go into each episode. His conversational voice and facillitating skills remind us we are not alone.

Didn't know what a NPE was until February 11th when I sat here in this very spot, staring at the computer screen showing my DNA test results. I never, EVER in my entire life had any reason to believer my dad was not my dad but he wasn't. But there it was! My sister was only a half sister and I had a bunch of new relatives.

I just listened to the whole two seasons of this! I was riveted. So interesting to get to hear how people take this journey to find their birth parents. Its a mystery, a drama and can really get you on the edge of your seat.The host has the coolest attitude. Didn’t even know what an NPE was.

I found this incredible podcast shortly after discovering that I was an NPE. Thank you so much for the time you put into this. We may have have different stories but our emotions are all the same. I’ve enjoyed every single episode.

I’m not an NPE but this is a really great podcast that I always find so engaging and interesting to listen to.

Jeff 🙌🏻👏🏻 Can relate 💯! Love your work, Don!

Grateful for this podcast that has helped me in my journey to know I am not alone. Don’s mix of humor, compassion and amazing storytelling make this the perfect podcast for me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Thank you so much for the missing pieces podcasts! In June I discovered that I am an NPE. At 66 this came as a huge shock. I really hope Jeff continues with the documentary. He was so composed and his thoughts and questions were delivered so effectively. I give him tons of credit. Thank you again. Kelly

I am not an NPE, but these stores are intensely interesting! Highly recommend!!!

Just wow.

Missing pieces is a new entry into the NPE podcastverse and it is such a welcome addition! The production is next level and the storytelling is so infused with humanity and humor. If you are an NPE, an adoptee, or both like me, you will enjoy this podcast immensely. I am so excited when a new episode drops, I hope you give it your time.

Love this podcast. I’m not an NPE but I love to hear the stories.

I love Don and his podcast, he is such a welcome addition to the NPE community. I am so grateful for him and the time he puts into producing this wonderful podcast. -Lily