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Once a week every week, comedian and masochist Natalie McKnight watches and reviews the live-action Super Mario Bros. (1993) until the release of the upcoming animated Mario movie starring Chris Pratt. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plumberbummer/support
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Meet Kyla and Lyle Thomson, co-hosts of Beyond Brave. As parents to Bella Brave, who inspired the world with her courage, they spent over a decade navigating her rare medical challenges. Together, they've channeled their experiences into helping others find resilience and healing. On Beyond Brave, Kyla and Lyle share stories of hope, love, and the lessons they've learned—both through Bella's journey and in their everyday family life. Join them as they honor Bella’s legacy and inspire others ...
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#022 - Granting Wishes, Changing Lives: Kyla Chats With Meaghan Stovel McKnight, CEO of Make-A-Wish Canada!
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In Episode 22 of the Beyond Brave Podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Meaghan Stovel McKnight, the CEO of Make-A-Wish Canada, about the incredible work the organization is doing for kids facing critical illnesses. We dove into how Make-A-Wish, which merged with Children’s Wish in 2019, has granted an amazing 40,000 wishes since 1983. Megan…
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#021 - Life Lately: Grief, Roadtrips & Back to Work
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In this episode of Beyond Brave, we (Kyla and Lyle) invite you into one of our most honest, tender conversations yet—sprinkled, of course, with our usual humor and a few unexpected laughs. We open up about the ongoing journey of grief after losing our sweet Bella, and what it’s been like finding our footing again, both individually and as a couple.…
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#020 - Green Shirt Day Special: Honoring Life Through Organ Donation
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In this episode of Beyond Brave, we are excited to honor Green Shirt Day and raise awareness for Organ Donation Awareness Month. Kyla, who has shared the journey with our daughter Bella, welcomes two very special guests—Sarah and her mom, Cindy. Sarah, a multi-organ transplant recipient, opens up about her incredible journey, starting with her birt…
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#019 - Eight Months Without Bella: What’s Helping, What’s Not, and How We’re Coping
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In this episode of Beyond Brave, we open up about our daughter Bella—sharing stories and little moments that haven’t been in the spotlight. It’s been eight months since she passed, and we’ve been navigating the ups and downs of grief together as a family. We talk about how we’re coping, the things that have helped (and the things that haven’t), and…
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#018 - The Power of Mindfulness for Kids with Natalie von Teichman
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In this episode of Beyond Brave, I dive into the topic of children's mental wellness with Natalie von Teichman, founder of Mindfully. Natalie and I explore the importance of mindfulness for kids, how we can incorpate this into our daily lives, and the inspiration behind the Tate stuffy! We share personal stories about its impact, offer advice for p…
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#017 - Brain Dumping, Bluey Impressions, and HOT St. Paddy's Day Takes.
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Hey Bravelings! In this episode of Beyond Brave, Lyle and I sit down with just each other to share some life updates and answer your Instagram questions! We get into a friendly debate about who the best cook in our house is (let’s just say opinions differ), and we dive into some interesting facts about St. Patrick’s Day—because why not add a little…
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#016 - A Deep Dive into OUR Marriage with The Empowered by Hope Podcast.
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On this episode of Beyond Brave, we sit down with Ashlyn and Ashley from the Parent Empowerment Network for a deep, unfiltered conversation about marriage and parenting. We open up about our journey as Bella’s parents, sharing the real and raw moments beyond social media—how we navigated caregiving, kept our relationship strong, and leaned on each …
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#015 - The Loss of our Daughters and The Power of Grief with Guest Lisa Boehm
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Hey, it’s Kyla and Lyle, and welcome to another episode of Beyond Brave! Kyla sits down with grief educator Lisa Boehm, who opens up about the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Katie and how she’s now helping other grieving mothers through The Angel Moms Podcast. We explore the many layers of grief—how it affects not just emotions but also physica…
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#014 - The Art of Healing: A Conversation with Brandi from the Colour Me Happy Podcast
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In this episode, we sat down with the incredible Brandy Hofer—an artist, educator, and all-around creative genius who helped turn our kids' rooms into wonderlands. We got real and raw, sharing the highs and lows of Bella’s medical journey and how our art projects (and this podcast) became a lifeline during the toughest times. And of course, we coul…
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#013 - Kyla’s Recent Keynote, Surprise Fashion Facts, Grief Support Tips & More Signs From Bella
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In this lively and intimate episode of Beyond Brave, Kyla and I share stories of hope, bravery, and laughter, reflecting on our journey with our late daughter, Bella. But today, we go beyond the well-known chapters and dive into more personal experiences. I share a behind-the-scenes look at Kyla’s recent keynote speech at the Hearts Desire Gala, a …
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#012 - Signs from Bella, Superbowl Surprises, and a Disneyland Recap!
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In this week’s episode of Beyond Brave, we decided to give you a bit of a primer for the big game! We dive into everything from Superbowl stats, to peculiar bets that keeps everyone guessing, like predicting the national anthem’s length, If Drake will drop a new diss track, and the Gatorade color (who knew these things could be so suspenseful?). We…
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#011 - Lyle's Takeaways From 'Grief' Books, & Special Memories of Bella
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In this week’s episode of Beyond Brave, Kyla takes us on a journey through some of the more intimate, unseen moments of her life. We kick things off with our excitement about recent interviews—big names like Anxiety Josh and Ryan Reynolds. It’s a mix of excitement and nerves, but we’re so grateful for the opportunity to have these conversations. Ky…
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#10 - Ryan Reynolds Sits Down With Us to Chat!
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In this special episode of Beyond Brave, we sit down with none other than the hilarious and all-around amazing Ryan Reynolds. We talk about his incredible connection with our daughter Bella. Ryan opens up about his visits to SickKids Hospital in Toronto, where he shared moments of kindness and laughter with Bella. He also talks about the tough stuf…
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#09 - Conquering Blue Monday: Debunking Depression & Anxiety Myths with Anxiety Josh
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In this episode of Beyond Brave, hosts Kyla and Lyle interview Josh Fletcher, also known as Anxiety Josh, a BACCP registered therapist specializing in anxiety. With over 300K followers on social media, and as a bestselling author and host of the podcast Disordered: Anxiety Help (a UK Top 10 Mental Health podcast), Josh shares valuable insights into…
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#08 - Unpacking Kylas First Dream With Bella, New Years Resolutions, and Gup-dates!
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In this episode of Beyond Brave, Lyle and I celebrate our 8th podcast episode by sharing some updates, heartfelt stories, and a fair amount of nonsense. We kick things off with the latest on our new guppy fish, who are already giving us way more drama than we ever expected. Then things take a bit of a turn when I share my first profound dream of Be…
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#07 - Q&A Part 2: Meeting Ryan Reynolds, Halsey, and Other Wild Adventures!
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In this episode of Beyond Brave, we share stories about Bella’s journey, including hospital memories, her time with nurses and doctors, and spending Christmas in the hospital. We also talk about Bella meeting Ryan Reynolds at SickKids and getting support from Halsey during her recovery. We cover grief counseling and offer a special discount on Bell…
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#06 - Q&A Part 1: Marriage Secrets, Hospital Politics, and Kyla's 3 inch dilemma
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Hey Bravelings! In this episode of Beyond Brave we dive into questions from our Instagram followers. We share advice on how to communicate with bereaved parents and reveal how we've kept our marriage strong through countless tough times. We discuss our navigation through the complex world of hospital politics and our experiences with Bella's numero…
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#05 - Strength in Answers: Our Daughter’s Autopsy Results.
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In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the emotional journey following Bella's passing, focusing primarily on the revelations from her autopsy results. Key points include: • Clarity from the meeting with Bella's doctors about her lung failure and the extremely rare complication known as organizing pneumonia. • Sharing the touching experiences of …
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#04 - Beyond Brave Q&A: Kyla and Lyle Go Waaaay Beyond
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Imagine spotting Brad Pitt in Vegas and debating whether he was driving an F1 car or if it was just green screen magic—that's how our latest Q&A kicks off! Kyla and Lyle Thompson here, inviting you into our world of fun anecdotes and heartfelt stories. We tackle the most pressing question from our listeners: how did we meet? Spoiler alert: our memo…
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#03 - Embracing New Experiences: Therapy Sessions and Vegas Fun
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Join Kyla and Lyle in this emotional yet heartwarming episode of 'Beyond Brave.' They discuss their personal journey through grief therapy, insights from a recent grief session, and revelations from Bella's genetics doctor. The duo also recounts their fun-filled trip to Vegas, including interactions with friends, favorite moments, and the meaningfu…
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#02 - Family Adventures and Unexpected Connections
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Imagine sharing the dance floor with John Legend at an opulent gala while simultaneously navigating the chaos of airport delays and social media hacking. Our latest episode of Beyond Brave is a rollercoaster of emotions and adventures, filled with heartwarming family moments, unexpected travel detours, and a touch of celebrity glitz. We begin with …
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#01 - Honoring Bella: A Journey of Resilience, Advocacy, and Legacy
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Can a story of a young girl named Bella teach us about resilience, advocacy, and the complexities of life? As we share the launch of our Bella Brave Legacy Project, Lyle and I invite you to join us on a journey through laughter and tears as we honor our daughter, Bella, who faced life's challenges with unmatched bravery. From Lyle's humorous brush …
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This week I bring you very exciting news, in the form of no news at all. Topics include Google Alerts, the conspiracy against us, and upcoming changes to the show! Follow the show on Twitter @bummerpod, or write to us at [email protected]. You can also donate to the show at ko-fi.com/plumberbummer --- Support this podcast: https://podc…
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6 - Luigi Said Gay Rights (w/ Grace Gasper!)
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This week, my good friend Grace Gasper (actual theatrical costume designer) is on the show to talk about the clothes and costumes in Super Mario Bros. (1993) and figure out Why They Look Like That. Topics include why they don't trust Charlie Day around Chris Pratt, color theory, TikTok fashion, and Our Friend John. Follow the show on Twitter @bumme…
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Look. I don't like to get serious in these captions, but this episode might be the end of me. If I'm not back in a week, tell my wife I love her. Topics include misinformation via tweet, the Hollywood Chrises, terrible Harry Potter impressions, and - brace yourself - my opinion on Marvel movies. Follow the show on Twitter @bummerpod, or write to us…
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I've been silent too long. I refuse to be held down any longer. This week, I dive into what Chris Pratt is up to, who he thinks he is, and how he hexed me for weeks. Also, Italian American rights. Follow the show on Twitter @bummerpod, or write to us at [email protected]. You can also donate to the show at ko-fi.com/plumberbummer. --- …
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This week, we deep dive into what a cult film is, how they come to be, and why non-podcasting people would want to watch Super Mario Bros... And I get to geek out about campy movies I love. Topics include Shigeru Miyamoto's thoughts, a healthy heap of nostalgia, and lots of Tim Curry. Follow the show on Twitter @bummerpod, or write to us at plumber…
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If you're a lawyer, kindly skip this episode, just in case! Otherwise, enjoy this second, more thorough recap of Super Mario Bros., because as it turns out, an open-note exam is a helluva lot easier. Topics include 90s Jonathan Frakes shows, Brooklyn humor, and lots of gushing over Fiona Shaw. Follow the show on Twitter @bummerpod, or write to us a…
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There's an old proverb that says "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Our journey of objectively too many miles begins today, with a step that's sick and reciting the plot of Super Mario Bros. (1993) from memory. Follow the show on Twitter @bummerpod, or write to us at [email protected]. You can also donate to the…
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Meet Natalie McKnight, who invites you to go with her on the strangest (and most Mario-filled) journey you may ever encounter. Follow the show on Twitter @bummerpod, or write to us at [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/plumberbummer/support…
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