Episode · The Shawn Ryan Show · 2026-06-18
Books mentioned on #314 Jen Lilley - The Dark Truth About the American Foster Care System
Jen Lilley is an actress, singer, author, and foster care advocate best known for her roles on Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, and numerous Hallmark Channel films.
Other mentions in this episode (7) — ad reads, self-promotion and passing references, never counted
Own book Called to Foster?
“You recently co-authored Called to Foster, an honest guide to getting started helping prospective foster parents better understand the realities of the journey.”
Own book Called to Foster?
“That's not required of all foster parents, so I don't want that to deter people, but I write about it all in my book.”
Own book Called to Foster?
“I can't believe he wanted to write a book with me. I was like, 'Bro, you don't want to write a book with me. Like, I'm a hot mess.'”
Own book Called to Foster?
“I mean, I talk about it in my book. We have a whole chapter on like, 'Here's all the resources.'”
Own book Called to Foster?
“All of this is covered in my book like how do you navigate this mess?”
Own book Called to Foster?
“I talk about it in the book. I'm like, 'Oh, I'll foster and I'll save the world and I'll help these kids...'”
Own book Called to Foster?
“Like it's totally shady and it's not something you should do. And I'm like whatever. I create catfish accounts... I write about it in my book.”