Don’t Call Me Ma’am – Amazing Adoption Story – Episode 17
In this weeks episode of Don’t Call Me Ma’am, host Jodi Miller reconnects with longtime friend, comedian, and writer Jess Golden to share their intertwined journeys to motherhood through adoption. Jodi reflects on how Jess inspired her to adopt her daughter, Mackenzie, and the incredible twist of fate that brought their families even closer—when Jess adopted Mackenzie’s biological sibling. Through laughter and raw emotion, the pair recount the joys and challenges of navigating the foster care system, the unpredictability of open adoption, and the bonds they’ve built not only with each other but also with their children’s birth mom, the unforgettable Vicky.
Their conversation is an honest exploration of motherhood later in life, the beauty of non-traditional families, and the importance of staying open to the unexpected. Jess and Jodi tackle everything from sleepless newborn nights to surreal adoption court moments, blending their comedic timing with deeply personal stories. This episode is both a celebration of chosen family and a love letter to the women—and children—who made them moms.