In Part 2 of our conversation with author and advocate J. Steven Osborne, we explore what happens after the shock of a DNA discovery, when the dust starts to settle, and you're left piecing together not just your origin story, but your identity.
Steven opens up about the emotional toll of learning that Jack Osborne, the man who raised him and loved him unconditionally, wasn’t his biological father. It felt like losing him all over again—except this time, it was to a lie, not to death. What follows is a deeply moving tribute to the man Steven still calls "Dad" and a powerful reminder that family is not about genetics—it’s about showing up, staying present, and choosing love every single day.
We also discuss:
- The surreal moment his sister’s DNA test confirmed the truth
- How his wife Becky became both researcher and rock in his journey
- The painful confrontation with his mother—and the unexpected truth hidden in her memoir
- How his siblings embraced him with fierce, unconditional love
- And why Steven now defines family by just two things: love and commitment
💥 Steven’s memoir, DNA – Did Not Anticipate, is a must-read for anyone navigating a DNA surprise, NPE discovery, or complex family secret. It’s raw, darkly funny, and filled with grace.
Quotes to remember:
“He wasn’t just a good man. He was a great man. And he was my dad—DNA be damned.”
“Go find the family you deserve.”
📘 Order Steven’s book → https://dnadidnotanticipate.com/
🔗 Learn more about Right to Know → righttoknow.us
If you’ve ever felt like an outsider in your own story, this episode is for you.
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