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A casual, trauma-informed conversation series hosted by Daddy Magic. Each episode features a different artist sharing their survival story; how grief, trauma, and transformation shaped their life and their art. We discuss healing, disability, creativity, community, and what it means to exist. This show is DIY, deeply personal, and made with love in Portland, Oregon. If you’re moved by the show, please share and leave a review. New episodes on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Inspired by Paul’s mysterious ”thorn in the flesh” (2 Corinthians 12:7), this podcast explores disability in the Bible—its stories, meanings, and impact on faith. Paul’s Thorn examines how scripture portrays disability, challenges common interpretations, and offers fresh theological insights. Through engaging discussions, we uncover what these ancient texts reveal about inclusion, suffering, healing, and divine strength in weakness.
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Let's be honest. Life with a disability can be difficult. Luckily, we are living in the twenty-first century. This podcast is about how living in the modern world has helped people with disabilities to have fairly "normal" lives. Join me as we explore why this is and as I try to look at disability from a social model perspective and change how the world sees disability.
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Walk and Roll Live is a podcast dedicated to giving a voice to the disabled community. Walk and Roll Live envisions a vibrant online platform that serves as a beacon of unity within the disabled community. Through shared narratives and insightful conversations, we aspire to foster deep healing and camaraderie among individuals while also being a trusted source for valuable information from disabled service providers, promoting empowerment, awareness, and inclusivity. Life, Limitless. www.wal ...
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Rise + See — Where Faith Meets the Fight for Healing Welcome to Rise + See, the podcast where real stories of pain, healing, and impossible comebacks come to life. Hosted by Joshua Carney and Jenna Conatser, two warriors still in the fight for their own healing, this show is a raw, unfiltered journey through faith, science, and the relentless pursuit of God’s promises. Shot. Abused. Blinded. Paralyzed. Told we wouldn’t survive. But God. Every episode, we peel back the curtain on the battles ...
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So often, we find ourselves sitting next to people in church—people with fascinating stories and incredible expertise—and yet we miss the chance to truly know them. What if we slowed down and took the time to hear how each of us spends our days, how we wrestle with life, and how God is working in our stories? Join us as we journey into the lives of everyday folks from The Village Church here in Tucson, Arizona. These are people just like you, who are willing to open up and share their lives. ...
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Advocacy and information for people with disabilities by people with disabilities.
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We highlight stories of acquired brain injury, promote the Brain Injury Network clubhouses and their members, and sprinkle hope on everything we share to new survivors, their caregivers and the public.
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The Therapy for Black Girls podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible version of ourselves.
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Exhausted, burned out, and isolated in your chaotic life? Self-care isn’t enough. Hoorf! Podcast host Elle Billing is a disabled artist and caregiver on the other side of burnout. In each episode, Elle and her guests discuss the challenges of living compassionately with honesty and humor. Honoring Angela Davis’ definition of the word radical – that “grasping at the root” – we are digging at the roots of systemic problems in a conversational format, getting to know our neighbors, and using cr ...
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Code WACK! shines a light on our callous healthcare system and what we can do about it. It reveals the healthcare hassles that - far from being just annoying - threaten our peace of mind, our financial security and at times, our very lives. Join us each week as we chat about the challenges that patients and healthcare providers face, amplifying their voices and examining a range of possible solutions, including Medicare for All. Powered by HEAL California, a project of the California OneCare ...
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Welcome to Scarred, Not Silent, a podcast where I open up about life with kidney disease, the transplant journey, and the healing that comes after. I'm Rodney, a kidney recipient, life coach, and social worker who's lived through dialysis, disability, and the quiet moments nobody talks about.This space is real talk for resilient souls. Whether navigating your chronic illness, supporting a loved one, or just curious about what it means to start over with a second chance, you're in the right p ...
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Black Girl Diagnosed is a bold and necessary podcast that amplifies the voices of Black women navigating the intersections of neurodivergence, disability, & mental health. Through raw conversations, personal storytelling, and expert insights, this show creates space for Black women from all walks of life in every industry to be fully seen—beyond stereotypes, stigma, and silence.Hosted by a Black Autistic Autism & Disability advocate, each episode delves into the real-life experiences of wome ...
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The Podcast of Heaven is hosted by Katie Asher, co-author of The Book of Heaven and mother to Houston Asher, a non-speaking autistic young man whose telepathic insights first captivated audiences on the hit podcast The Telepathy Tapes. Co-host Heidi Brown is a Content Creator and an early fan of The Telepathy Tapes and The Book of Heaven alongside her husband Michael Gilkison, Comedian/Filmmaker, and Podcast Producer. Like many other fans of Katie’s book, they had questions and longings to g ...
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"Life can sometimes be challenging, but despite this, all we want is to be happy, live life to the full and succeed. Sometimes things don’t work out the way we plan. The trick is not to give up, “Dripping water hollows out stone, not through force but through persistence”-Ovid. Join She heals as she shares real-life stories, motivational talks, and inspiring tales of everyday people who have confronted their obstacles, never gave up and eventually succeeded. If you want to be inspired, overc ...
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🎙️ The Evolved Living Podcast with Dr. Josie Jarvis, PP-OTD, MA-OTR/L, BA, BS Hosted by occupational therapist, occupational scientist, and open citizen science advocate Dr. Josie Jarvis, The Evolved Living Podcast explores how we can bridge art, science, and wisdom to co-create more liberatory, ecological, and collaborative systems of care. Each episode invites critical yet compassionate dialogue across disciplines—connecting practitioners, educators, researchers, and community members who ...
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My mission for the podcast is to guide individuals on a journey of self-discovery, helping them understand that they are far greater than their fleeting thoughts. Negative thoughts are mental clutter— head trash that clouds our minds and stifles our potential. It’s crucial to rise above this mental noise and embrace the vibrant essence of your soul, where true miracles await. Together, we will explore strategies to clear away this clutter, allowing you to tap into your inner strength and exp ...
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Sensationally Silver: A State of Mind - Conversations with Extraordinary Ordinary Persons of Age offers relevant information, valuable insights and uplifting messages to inspire a positive, purposeful and empowered second half of life. Along with health, well-being, special grooming tips and making our dreams come true we’ll address honestly the cultural taboos relevant to this time in our lives; ageing, grief, dying, disability and death. Remember - we’re not old and grey - we’re Sensationa ...
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The Horror Heals Podcast is about how horror culture, movies, and performers aid so many of us with mental wellness. Firsthand we’ve seen and heard the power of horror to help us feel better mentally. (Being part of the horror convention community is great for lowering our anxiety!) Here’s the “why and how” of the Horror Heals Podcast: Kendall and Corey host the podcast with guests on each episode, including horror enthusiasts who are willing to share their stories about how horror has helpe ...
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Rethinking Wellness offers critical thinking and compassionate skepticism about wellness and diet culture, and reflections on how to find true well-being. We explore the science (or lack thereof) behind popular wellness diets, the role of influencers and social-media algorithms in spreading wellness misinformation, problematic practices in the alternative- and integrative-medicine space, how wellness culture often drives disordered eating, the truth about trending topics like gut health, how ...
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Welcome to the Living Chronic Podcast, where we have real, raw, and honest conversations about life with chronic illness and disability. Hosted by Brandy Schantz, a disabled veteran and chronic illness advocate, this podcast explores the realities of navigating work, healthcare, and everyday life while managing a disability or chronic condition. Each episode features insightful discussions with medical professionals, disability advocates, and individuals sharing their personal journeys. We t ...
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Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast Pushing Forward with Alycia is the weekly podcast that gives disability a voice and welcomes everyone—disabled people, allies, families, and inclusive employers—into a courageous, judgment‑free space to learn, ask questions, and advance access together. Launched June 29, 2023 and dropping new episodes every Thursday, host Alycia Anderson—disabled motivational speaker, DEI educator, entrepreneur, athlete, and storyteller—shares lived experien ...
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Why am I different? Why do things have to be so difficult? Am I dumb? Why am I scared? Will it be this hard forever? Will I ever find the help I need to succeed? When will being different be accepted? Welcome to The Different Ability® Podcast where we will answer all of these questions and a whole lot more! Each week host Katey Fortun brings you tips and tricks on how to navigate being different, along with inspiring stories of guests that are living an amazing life having Different Abilitie ...
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Pain can produce beauty and still exist. Growth doesn’t erase the trauma. Your worth isn’t tied to your productivity and what you can do for others. Living as a spoonie is hard, but you can still find joy in each day. Our host, Abigail Gagnon, shares about life, and lessons she’s learned along the way with the help of special guests, as well as some solo episodes sprinkled in. ✨ So come and share in the beyoutiful legacy we all can create together.
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Do you love adventure and the great outdoors? Then give this adventure podcast a listen and hear transformational conversations and stories from inspirational hikers, outdoor entrepreneurs, solo world travelers, environmentalists, writers, and creatives from the LA + SoCal community and beyond. Learns tips & tricks for exploring, life lessons from our guests, discover new places to explore, and how spending time in nature can improve your mental health. We aim to inspire, motivate, and eleva ...
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Blink of an Eye, a new podcast with Louise Phipps Senft, explores stories of trauma, loss, awakening, and epiphanies. Ms. Senft recounts her experience navigating a life-changing accident that rendered her son, Archer, paralyzed from the neck on down, and expands the story with interviews of those behind the scene. Told through real journal entries and inspiring guests, Blink of an Eye will inspire you to explore the true nature of our relationships and interconnectedness in the face of an e ...
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Real Lives of TBI Wives is a heartfelt and empowering podcast that gives voice to the untold stories of women who are navigating life as caregivers to husbands with traumatic brain injuries. Hosted by Erika, a wife, mother, and advocate, this podcast offers a candid look at the highs and lows of caregiving, self-care, and balancing the complexities of family life. Each episode features real-life experiences, tips, and encouragement for those walking this difficult path. Whether you’re a fell ...
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🔮 Welcome to Witchcast! 🔮 Join NYC-based comedians and curious witches, Emily and Kate, as they explore the fascinating world of witchcraft, the occult, paganism, and esoteric spirituality—all with a comedic twist. Each episode dives deep into mystical topics, from spellwork and tarot to folklore and paranormal encounters. Special guests, including experienced witches and occult experts, bring fresh insights and wisdom. At the end of every episode, Emily and Kate pull a tarot or oracle card ...
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Forum tells remarkable and true stories about who we are and where we live. In the first hour, Alexis Madrigal convenes the diverse voices of the Bay Area, before turning to Mina Kim for the second hour to chronicle and center Californians’ experience. In an increasingly divided world, Mina and Alexis host conversations that inform, challenge and unify listeners with big ideas and different viewpoints. Want to call/submit your comments during our live Forum program Mon-Fri, 9am-11am? We'd lo ...
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Suki uses herself to test the theory that anyone can 'Get Psychic'. She and co-founder Claire start a journey to prove that anyone can unlock their psychic potential. Suki embarks on this exploration by testing the theory herself, while Claire, a regular guest on the show, brings her unique perspective as both a healer and fellow seeker of non-physical reality. In this candid, down-to-earth podcast, they dive deep into everything from energy healing and chakra work to real first-hand experie ...
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Meet leaders who recognized their own pain, worked through it, and stepped up into greater leadership. Each week, we dive into how leaders like you deal with struggle and growth so that you can lead without burnout or loneliness. If you're eager to make an impact in your community or business, Rebecca Ching, LMFT, will give you practical strategies for redefining challenges and vulnerability while becoming a better leader. Find the courage, confidence, clarity, and compassion to step up for ...
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All Things Private Practice Podcast TM is where we dive deep into the gritty, unfiltered world of being a mental entrepreneur, mental health professional, and a private practice therapist. Join us as we explore the emotional roller coaster of small business ownership, tackling the raw and unapologetic aspects that often go unspoken. In each episode, we fearlessly dissect self-doubt, resilience, impostor syndrome, and paralyzing perfectionism. This podcast normalizes fear and failure and help ...
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Hi! I'm Allyson, a licensed therapist specializing in eating disorders, OCD and anxiety. My mission is to create a world where all bodies can thrive by promoting messages of body justice, recovery skills and mental health tips from the perspective of an ED/OCD therapist, survivor and activist. Social justice is an integral part of my work. I identify as a mixed race woman and I believe that all parts of our identity (race, gender, abilities, size, sexual orientation, etc) impact how we perce ...
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Welcome to Whatever You Can Know Podcast with Tanya Savva. A place where spirituality meets special needs parenting, consciousness meets embodiment, trauma meets healing and a whole bunch of extra stuff to inspire curiosity about whatever you can know. My insatiable interest in physiology, biology and science started with cadavers in a wet lab in the year 2000 as a university student. When my life took an unexpected turn in 2009 and I birthed a daughter with a disability, my interest moved f ...
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Welcome to VET’ed. where we spotlight the issues that matter to the Veteran and military communities and their families and voices behind real change — from the battlefield to the frontlines of advocacy. This podcast exists to shine a light on the misperceptions, misconceptions, and misunderstandings that persist within and around the Veteran and military communities and their families. This is accomplished by inviting trusted, vetted guests—experts, advocates, professionals, and those with ...
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A Podcast empowering disability parents and caregivers through faith-driven community rooted in hope, healing, and extra love.
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Welcome to the Souled Into Purpose Podcast! Souled Into Purpose Podcast is more than just a show—it’s a movement birthed from pain, resilience and divine alignment. Hosted by Akeelia Thompson, Creative Director and founder of Souled Into Purpose International, this podcast is a sacred space for soul-stirring conversations, healing and transformational truth. Once overlooked and underestimated, Akeelia’s own journey through rejection, spiritual warfare and personal loss became the very cataly ...
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Community Matters is the new podcast hosted by Community Industry Group’s CEO Nicky Sloan that dives into community-driven solutions for pressing issues. Join Nicky as she catches up with community leaders to hear inspiring stories, expert insights, and actionable ideas to create positive change.
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Grit, Grace, & Inspiration | Inspiring Stories & Motivational Speeches for Your Personal Growth Journey
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You’ve been through something hard — or you’re going through it right now. Maybe you’re holding grief, heartbreak, trauma, or a version of life you never saw coming. Maybe you’re exhausted from being the strong one. Maybe you’re just trying to make it through today. If that is you... I see you, I feel you, and I welcome you to a place that is here for you. Grit, Grace, & Inspiration is for those trying to navigate the hard seasons of life — offering inspiring stories and everyday motivation ...
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Hey there, I'm Cathy! Living with chronic illness isn't easy, and I'm here to talk about the ups, downs, and everything in between. Whether it's navigating relationships, work, or simply trying to make it through the day, I’m sharing my personal experiences and insights to offer support, humor, and connection for those walking (and rolling) the same path. From dating while sick to finding small joys amidst the challenges, we’ll laugh, cry, and figure this chronic illness life out together. J ...
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The Chronically Courageous, where chronic illness warriors come to feel empowered and uplifted. Listen each week to be inspired by others who have found happiness and peace, despite the physical and emotional tolls of chronic illness. Together, we navigate this complex journey and move forward with courage, passion, and purpose! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gabriella Rebranded | Healing After Trauma, Spiritual Growth, Brain Injury Recovery & Dark Humor
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What happens when you survive the unthinkable: a 3.5-week coma, brain surgery, and 15 broken bones, and wake up to a whole new purpose? Gabriella Rebranded is a podcast about healing after trauma, spiritual growth, brain injury recovery, and dark humor. After being struck by a car and nearly losing my life, I discovered a way of living rooted in resilience, spirituality, and laughter. Each episode dives into what it really means to rebuild after trauma, connect with the Universe, and find jo ...
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Host Jordan Ross is a differently-abled actor, born with Cerebral Palsy and Scoliosis. Because of his disabilities, he was a victim of vicious bullying and limited opportunities as an actor. However, Jordan's role on THE CHOSEN, helped him learn to not just accept his circumstances, but embrace them. Now, Jordan's goal is to help his listeners learn to embrace their own limps - turning their perceived weakness into a strength - one vulnerable conversation at a time. Jordan sits down with som ...
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How do I find the right relationship when dating apps suck? How can I find better dates? How can I deal with that nagging anxiety that no one is out there for me? How can I navigate dating with more confidence and find that right relationship? Welcome to The Late Bloomer Show, where we'll answer ALL of these questions and so much more. Week after week, host, former top matchmaker and dating coach, Lily Womble brings you all the tools, strategies and coaching you need to build a clear path to ...
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For Our Special Kids is simply that...For Our Special Kids. When you realize you have a magic child on your hands, you do everything you can for them. So...I started a podcast to honor and highlight the magic and the mess of raising a child with special needs. What I have learned over the past 6 years is profound. 1. My child is WAY smarter than me. 2. She has opened me up to the incredible world of intuition, psychic abilities, mediumship, healing, telepathy, galactic travel, the angel real ...
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Solidarity Is This is a podcast created and hosted by Deepa Iyer, Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Building Movement Project where she runs Solidarity Is, a multi-strategy program to deepen transformative solidarity practices, models, narratives, and ideas. On the podcast, we explore how individuals and institutions are experimenting with cross-racial and cross-movement solidarity in America’s changing racial landscape. Learn more at www.solidarityis.org
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Paul's Thorn Episode 14: My Favorite Bible Verses
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Today, we’re exploring some of the most beloved passages in Scripture — words that have comforted, challenged, and transformed lives for generations. From the green pastures of Psalm 23 to the quiet power of 1 Corinthians 13, these verses trace a journey through faith, suffering, and love. We’ll hear them through four different translations — the K…
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The dog, writes poet Billy Collins, moves through the world unencumbered, with “nothing but her brown coat and her modest blue collar.” In a new collection called “Dog Show,” the former U.S. Poet Laureate turns his gaze toward the quiet wisdom of our canine friends — their reminders to slow down, pay attention and let the ordinary become radiant. W…
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Remembering Disability Activist Alice Wong
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Pioneering disability justice activist Alice Wong died in San Francisco on Friday at the age of 51. We listen back to our January interview with Alice, as part of our series profiling legends of the Bay Area. We talked with Alice about her joyous approach to life and listened to some favorite interviews recorded with StoryCorps for the Disability V…
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010: Inside the Tac0 Truck (feat. HYPERBEAM)
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In this episode, we step inside The Tac0 Truck—Hyperbeam's creative sanctuary—where emotion leads and sound follows. Kael (Hyperbeam) shows us how asking artists to name the feeling behind a track, rather than who it sounds like, unlocks deeper, more authentic work. We talk process, presence, and the kind of healing that only happens when you creat…
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How to Feed Picky Eaters (Without Diet Culture) ft. Katja Rowell, M.D.
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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Katja Rowell, M.D. joins us to discuss responsive feeding, picky eating, and how to parent without passing diet culture norms on to your kids. We also explore the science behind a few common misperceptions from parents and doctors including: why playful or…
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BS, Gaslighting & AI: Demystifying the health insurance denial process
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This time on Code WACK! Imagine watching your mom suffer a stroke and two seizures that left her unable to use her right side… and then having her Medicare Advantage health insurer deny coverage for the nursing home care she desperately needs. Now imagine learning that the decision to deny her coverage may have been based on artificial intelligence…
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Episode 216: Closing Gaps in Care for Disabled, Queer, Non-Cis Autistic and AuDHD Clients [featuring Dr. Kade Sharp]
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In this episode, Patrick Casale and Dr. Kade Sharp, an Autistic, queer, trans clinician and sexologist, talk about their journey balancing private practice, a PhD program, and advocacy for disabled, queer, and neurodivergent communities. Here are 3 key takeaways: Follow Your Special Interests: Choosing a dissertation topic that aligned with Kade's …
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“Ghosting” has become an almost inevitable part of modern life – not just on dating sites, but among friends, family and even professional colleagues. But what’s behind this act of digital disappearance, and what does it say about how we relate to each other today? We’ll look at how technology that makes it easier to disappear on people has also ma…
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There comes a moment in a man’s life when he enters a room believing he is there for a “simple procedure,” only to discover he is about to reenact the male version of childbirth—stent removal from the bladder. The medical team refers to it as mild discomfort. I call it a spiritual journey, a rite of passage, and a test of every ancestor’s strength …
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Nite Yun's 'My Cambodia: A Khmer Cookbook' Celebrates Her Culinary Heritage
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Growing up in Stockton’s Khmer refugee community, Nite Yun knew some about her family’s history and heritage, but it was only after she visited Cambodia for the first time at age 24 that she connected deeply with her roots. Returning to the Bay Area, she opened the acclaimed Nyum Bai restaurant in Fruitvale, after being nurtured by the culinary inc…
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Inside the Mission of Mil-Spec Formulas with Adora Winquist
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In this moving episode of the VET’ed Podcast, host Jen M. Wagman speaks with Adora Winquist, founder of Opus Gaia and creator of Mil-Spec Formulas, about the groundbreaking work being done to bring science-based sensory healing to Veterans. Born from the loss of an Air Force nurse named Holly, the Healing Hut was created by Lt. Col. Dr. Stephanie S…
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Healing Through Chronic Illness: A Journey with Crohn's
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Send us a text In this episode of Living Chronic, Brandy Schantz speaks with Sarah Dineen, an intuitive healing coach and Crohn's disease patient. They discuss Sarah's 34-year journey with Crohn's, the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, the impact of trauma on health, and the importance of integrating both traditional and holistic heal…
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151. Attracting Your Soulmate In a Dating App World with Coach Michelle Chung
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Do you believe in love at first sight or soulmates? Or do you think that’s only in books and movies? How you show up in the world impacts what kind of partners you attract and therefore maybe why you can’t find your ideal partner. How can you fix this and heal at the same time? This, and more, is discussed today by our host and guest (IG: michellec…
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EP 143: Transforming Legacy Burdens in our Leadership with Crystal Jones
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Leaders carry the weight of more than their current roles. We receive messages from the generations before us about our worth, work, and belonging that shape how we show up–for better or worse. This is just as true in our working lives as it is in our families. If we want to change the narratives, we have to become aware of the legacy burdens–perso…
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Veterans’ PTSD and Moral Injury Centered in Documentary ‘Healing a Soldier's Heart’
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During the Civil War, “Soldier’s Heart” was the name given to the symptoms we now associate with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. While the condition has had many names in the decades – and wars – that have followed, its toll on soldiers has not abated. Between 11 and 15 percent of Vietnam War veterans are still suffering from PTSD, 50 year…
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Waymos – Both Popular and Polarizing – Expand to San Jose and Bay Area Highways
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When Waymo robotaxis first rolled out onto San Francisco streets in 2021, people were skeptical. But less than five years later, Waymos are popular – a new poll finds local support at 67% – though still polarizing. A San Francisco Supervisor is advocating to allow counties to decide whether they are allowed on their roads. As Waymo extends their se…
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Ep909 "There Is No Cake" Pashto Folklore with Komal Salman & Shaherzaad Laila
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This week on Witchcast, Emily and Kate sit down with writer-translator duo Komal Salman and Shaherzaad Laila, the creators of Heartstrings of the Khyber, a wondrous collection of Pashto folktales translated for a modern audience. Together, we discuss the origins of Folkloristan, where the preservation collection began, and how they've strived to "u…
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Knot Your Average Knife: The NULU Experience
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Send us a text **Episode Summary:** In this episode of *21st Century Disability*, host Hollis Peirce sits down with American veteran Douglas Katz, whose years of service have left him with long-term upper body injuries, particularly affecting his shoulders. These challenges have made everyday tasks, like cooking, quite difficult for Doug. In respon…
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Unyielding Advocacy: Becky Curran's Journey Through Loss, Disability, and Empowerment
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In this episode of Pushing Forward with Alycia, host Alycia Anderson welcomes Becky Curran, a dedicated disability advocate, speaker, and media consultant. Becky shares her powerful story of resilience, detailing her journey living with achondroplasia dwarfism, combating societal biases, and facing numerous health challenges. She opens up about the…
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Michael McFaul on the Threat of Autocracy at Home and Abroad
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Michael McFaul witnessed Russia’s slide into autocracy under Vladimir Putin. Now, the former ambassador to Russia warns the U.S. is also at risk. In his new book, “Autocrats vs Democrats: China, Russia, America, and the New Global Disorder,” McFaul lays out the internal threats facing American democracy, and argues that we may have misjudged the ex…
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Living Without a Mind's Eye and the Ability to Visualize
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If you ask someone with aphantasia to visualize an apple, a tree, or the house they grew up in, their mind draws a blank. Literally. The inability to conjure up mental images was discovered in the 1880s but only recently has been given a name and become the subject of more serious study. Aphantasia is found in approximately one percent of the popul…
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Generation Hope: Redefining Success Beyond Wealth
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Generation Hope: Redefining Success Beyond Wealth In this episode of the Vibrant Soul Society, host Baba Sam welcomes Arunjay Katakam to discuss the transformative journey from pursuing wealth to finding a purposeful life. Arunjay shares his personal evolution from aspiring to be super-rich to realizing the importance of economic inclusion and a sh…
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#288 SCI in Sci-Fi for Young Adults with Kimber St. Lawrence
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#288 SCI in Sci-Fi for Young Adults with Kimber St. Lawrence In this season 6 premiere of Blink of an Eye, Louise sits down with Emmy-winning producer and debut novelist Kimber St. Lawrence. Kimber’s novel, Thirsty Ground, is a young adult sci-fi story that begins with a life-altering accident—one that challenges her protagonist to find meaning, id…
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Session 437: Cookies, Healing, & Legacy with Sarah and Rev. Shawn Amos
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This week on the Therapy for Black Girls podcast, we’re wrapping up the Sibling Sit-Down limited series with a heartfelt and nostalgic conversation featuring Sarah Amos and Reverend Shawn Amos. We explored the depth of their sibling bond, how their shared history shaped their identities, and the ways they’ve supported one another through both grief…
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Stop the Overwhelm: Grow Smarter, Not Harder with Hailey Rowe
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Send us a text In this episode, Katey sits down with Marketing & Sales Strategist Hailey Rowe to talk about what it really takes to grow your business without burning out. Hailey shares her F.A.S.T. Framework and practical marketing tips that help coaches and entrepreneurs make more sales, save time, and stay consistent. Whether you’re just getting…
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LAND USE: With Michael Yiend – Wollongong’s 200 Hectares of Opportunity
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What happens when 200 hectares of industrial land becomes available for transformation? For Wollongong, it represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reshape the region's future while honoring its past. In this compelling episode of Community Matters, Nicky sits down with Michael Yiend, Head of Property Development at BlueScope, to explore an…
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“From the Ashes of War: Suhrab Zarifi’s Journey from Childhood Tragedy to Triumph”
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At just five years old, Suhrab Zarifi’s life was forever changed when a bomb blast in war-torn Afghanistan left him paralyzed. What could have been a story of loss became a story of unbreakable spirit. In this moving episode of Walk and Roll Live – Disability Stories, hosts Doug Vincent and Addie Rich sit down with Suhrab to reflect on his childhoo…
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In this episode, Jamie Beran from Bend The Arc shares messaging and practices that build solidarity within and outside Jewish communities.By Deepa Iyer
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CalRx to Offer Cheap Insulin, and Other Prescription Drugs Could Be Next
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Starting in January, Californians will be able to buy discounted insulin from the state. That’s thanks to CalRx, the state-run drug label created in 2020 that partners with manufacturers to slash generic prescription drug prices. CalRx already offers the opioid overdose reversal drug naloxone for about half the market price and other medications, i…
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Mamdani’s NYC Victory Mobilized People Often Forgotten in Politics. What Would That Look Like Here?
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In Zohran Mamdani’s victory speech after being elected New York City’s new mayor, he thanked those often forgotten by the politics of the city, the “Yemeni bodega owners and Mexican abuelas. Senegalese taxi drivers and Uzbek nurses. Trinidadian line cooks and Ethiopian aunties.” It got us thinking about the people who make up our Bay Area cities an…
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The Hidden Cost of Head Trauma—and the Therapy That Gave Him Back His Life | Ep. 32
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In this powerful episode of The Real Lives of TBI Wives, host Erika Brouillette sits down with William Person, a former Team USA bobsled athlete, to share his courageous and deeply personal journey with Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). After years of repetitive head trauma in elite sports, William found himself in a terrifying spiral—confuse…
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Ep 20 | Kathryn Prescott: Traumatic Accident, PTSD & Recovery
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Send Gabriella a Text Message. Fellow automobile-pedestrian accident survivor, actor Kathryn Prescott, shares the story of her own recovery from being hit by a truck. Together, we chat about our common similarities in PTSD and CPTSD, invisible disability, years of surgeries, the complexity of a patient-caregiver relationship, and life after long-te…
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Not Possessed, Possessing Power: Women in Horror
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What happens when your dad shows you The Exorcist at age six and it changes your life forever? For Kimberly Ramsawak, it sparked a lifelong fascination with horror that became a platform for empowerment, creativity, and connection. Not Possessed, Possessing Power: Women in Horror Who is Kimberly Ramsawak? Kimberly is the creator of Horror Concierge…
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#419: From Single Mom to 7 Businesses: How to Start Over with God When Life Falls Apart (with Sandy Moll)
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If you’re searching for the inspiration to keep going when life feels loud and uncertain, this conversation is your reset. Sandy Moll went from a young marriage and single motherhood to a blended family and seven businesses—built on faith, forgiveness, gratitude, and the courage to listen to God in the quiet. In this episode, you’ll hear how Sandy:…
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The Biopsy Surprise: When Nobody Warned the Brother
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In this episode, I revisit my very first biopsy — and trust me, it wasn’t what I expected. Let’s just say there are some experiences you never forget, especially when you walk in blind. I share the uncomfortable truth about being unprepared, a few lessons about communication in healthcare, and a story that’ll have you laughing and wincing at the sa…
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255. How to heal burnout, release perfectionism, and be the main character everywhere: Maureen's story
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If you've ever found yourself doing everything right and still feeling exhausted, this conversation is for you. In this episode, Lily sits down with Maureen, a writer, educator, and book coach who transformed her life from chronic burnout and perfectionism to joyful, sustainable main character energy. They dive into: ✨ How perfectionism becomes emo…
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Click. Scroll. Surrender. Tim Wu Warns Against The Rise of Big Data in 'The Age of Extraction'
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Our digital lives are increasingly dominated by a handful of powerful tech platforms. Once promising prosperity and democracy, the internet has instead allowed companies like Google, Amazon and Meta to extract money, data and attention from users on an unparalleled scale. Tim Wu, a former technology advisor to President Biden, argues that the gover…
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Our Roads are Full of Potholes. Why Are They So Hard to Fix?
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The pothole is the bane of any commuter’s day. In Oakland, the city has paid over $35 million in the last 10 years in pothole litigation. And according to a new study, nearly one quarter of San Francisco’s streets are rated below standard. We’ll talk to experts about road maintenance and why it’s so expensive. And we’ll hear from you: What’s a road…
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THIS TIME ON CODE WACK! How do health insurance hassles like denials and preauthorizations exacerbate inequities in our broken healthcare system? How do they rob physicians of precious time caring for patients and even jeopardize their practices? And why are some big insurance companies buying up physician practices? To find out, we recently spoke …
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How to Reclaim Your Attention from the Algorithm with Amelia Hruby, PhD
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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit rethinkingwellness.substack.com Philosopher, podcaster, and our producer Amelia Hruby, PhD returns to the show to discuss the many perils of the attention economy. We explore the nuanced relationships between attention and productivity, social media and mental health, and algorithms and …
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salutogenesis: anti-urgency, trauma-informed UX, and somatic coaching with designer Wolfe Erikson
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Send us a text Note: This episode contains swearing. Elle Billing hosts Wolfe Erikson, a queer and disabled civic technology designer and somatic coach. Wolfe discusses their work on Medicare.gov, emphasizing trauma-informed methodologies and participatory design. They highlight the complexities of healthcare design, including the challenges of mak…
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Kimberly talked with Cat Fribley, Executive Director of Birdability. They discussed the evolution of birdwatching as a hobby, accessible parks and nature spaces, and how you can get involved in expanding access for people with disabilities. Kimberly took an unplanned week off due to illness, but her conversation with Sam about all things Halloween …
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In this episode, I talk about what it truly means to be seen. I share the gratitude I felt when family, friends, and even strangers stepped up with food, cards, and financial help. So often, we move through life believing no one notices us, but that belief can blind us to the kindness around us. Human connection is powerful and valuable, even when …
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Episode 215: The Power of Being Real: Community, Opportunity, and Showing Up [featuring Blaise Harris]
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In this episode, Patrick Casale sits down with Blaise Harris, an EMDR-certified therapist, former firefighter, podcast host, speaker, and author, to talk about taking up space, fighting imposter syndrome, and staying authentic in the mental health profession—especially as a first responder and Black therapist—and beyond. 3 key takeaways: Relatabili…
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