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Often, as a result of a life changing event, many people unwittingly become employers of care staff in their homes. A loved one had an accident or incident that results in a brain injury or trauma, spinal injury or multiple complex disabilities that changes their life - as well as all those around them; their families, their friends, even their work colleagues. Caregivers, support workers, rehabilitation assistants are employed to provide complex care for them, sometimes on a 24/7 basis. The ...
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A traumatic mountain bike accident left me with a shattered neck and a severe spinal injury that required my neck to be fused from C3 to T2 with two titanium rods and sixteen screws. Prior to the accident I lived a very active life: surfing, running, hiking and of course, biking. After the accident, it took several days for the doctors to determine the full extent of my spinal injury with no indication of what the outcome would be for future physical ability. After any trauma, the road to re ...
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Welcome! My name is Tanya, and I am passionate about helping people heal from trauma and live fulfilling lives. As a certified trauma-informed yoga teacher and coach, I know how important it is to prioritize mental health and self-care. That's why I created this podcast to share tips, insights, and inspiration for living a trauma-free lifestyle. You can find my podcast on Apple, SoundCloud, and YouTube. By listening to my podcast, you will gain valuable knowledge based on my personal experie ...
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EMCrit FOAM Feed

Scott D. Weingart, MD FCCM

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Help me fill in the blanks of the practice of ED Critical Care. In this podcast, we discuss all things related to the crashing, critically ill patient in the Emergency Department. Find the show notes at emcrit.org.
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Blink of an Eye

blinkofaneye

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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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The Humane Spectrum

Ernie L Vecchio

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Humbly sitting and assisting others in healing from severe trauma, I have spent my career understanding the human psyche and its response to suffering. My clients say: “It is sad that we have to sever a spinal cord or be amputated to care where we land on the Humane Spectrum!” Today, https://www.intentional-evolution.org/ offers evidence that our shared inner journeys have a common theme: everyone experiences division. I am suggesting that people have to heal their inner division before repa ...
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Father. Husband. Marine. Host. Everyone has a story and I want to hear it. The first thing people say to me is, "I'm not cool enough", "I haven't done anything cool in life", etc. I have heard it all but I know there is more. More of you with incredible stories. From drug addict to author, professional athlete to military hero, immigrant to special forces... I dive into the stories that shape lives. I am here to share the extraordinary stories of remarkable people, because I believe that in ...
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The Painless Health Podcast

Avinash Ramchandani, MD, MBA

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The Painless Health Podcast - we talk about all aspects of Physical Medicine, Rehabilitation, Pain Management, Traumatic Brain Injury and Sports Medicine all in one! We focus on the latest unbiased data, and talk to the experts in the field.
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Dealing with disability and chronic illness through the exploits and humor of a self-professed middle-aged idiot. A former Nurse, I became disabled with a spinal cord injury in 1999. In recent years I’ve added a rare Autoimmune Disease to my portfolio and also battle Depression and Anxiety. At heart, I’m a goofball and deal with my stress through humor. It helps that I’ve dealt with some totally offbeat situations in my life. I’m also a successful self-taught artist and am usually happily pa ...
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This Podcast is intended to act as a forum for Maine EMS to share information with providers and service leadership. We will attempt to stick to a format of covering frequently asked questions, short section of Maine EMS updates, and a section of education. After listening to the audio you can take a short quiz and receive continuing education hours for this activity. Stay safe
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Hosted by Sophie Elwes, who knows a thing or two about overcoming difficulties, after sustaining a spinal cord injury in 2011. Each episode Sophie will interview an extraordinary guest who has faced and overcome enormous challenges and adversity and is achieving incredible things in spite of what they've had to deal with. She'll be finding out their story, about their greatest struggles and triumphs, and asking them what advice they would share with other people dealing with challenges of th ...
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Welcome to Anita Chat, the podcast where we keep it real for growth-seekers who want to live their best lives. If you're hungry for authenticity, alignment, and abundance, then you've found your new podcast home. I'm your host, Anita Rombough, a Soul Strategist, Success Coach, Author, and Speaker, and I'm here to help you create a life that not only looks amazing on the outside but feels incredible on the inside. In each episode, We have heart-to-heart conversations exploring everything from ...
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Healthy Aging Podcast

Southcoast Health

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Patricia Raskin, host, interviews medical professionals from Southcoast Health and patients with first-hand accounts. The goal is to help and inspire listeners to navigate their health journey with knowledge, comfort, and ease. The Healthy Aging with Southcoast Health podcast helps listeners to manage their health to live a longer and healthier life.
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Performance Artist Sally Greenhouse survived a catastrophic car accident that left her with a broken neck and spinal cord injury. "Secret Lives of the Disabled" is a podcast that has as its focus individuals who become disabled in America due to accidents, chronic illnesses and debilitating pain often plunging them into poverty, housing insecurity and extreme isolation while rendering them as expendable Americans. This podcast features guests from every profession addressing the consequences ...
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The Better Brain Podcast

Drs. Rafie and Bickart

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Welcome to the Better Brain Podcast, your source on all things brain health and how to make it better. We're your hosts, Drs. Rafie and Bickart, and we are Neurologists specializing in Neuropsychiatry, Dementia, Sports, and Traumatic Brain Injury. Our mission at the Better Brain Podcast is to provide you with the information and tools you need to improve your brain health and overall well being. We do this by combining the latest evidence-based practices with practical tools to better your b ...
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Why can’t you sleep — and what’s your brain doing while you toss and turn? World-renowned UCLA neuroscientist Dr. Gina Poe joins the Better Brain Podcast to reveal the surprising science of sleep. We dive deep into REM, sleep stages, circadian rhythm, and how alcohol, weed, antidepressants, and even painkillers disrupt your brain's ability to rest …
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#269 Inside the NervGen NVG-291 Trial: Part I Today we’re joined by Larry Williams, a participant in the NervGen Phase 1b/2a clinical trial for NVG‑291, an experimental therapy designed to promote nerve regeneration and restore function in people with spinal cord injuries. Larry takes us through his personal story—from the mountain biking accident …
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What happens when a 9-year-old girl witnesses her mother’s death—and no one talks about it? This week’s guest, Breane, grew up in rural Montana where silence was survival. After watching her epileptic mother die and being told to “move on,” Brianna buried her pain for years. But trauma has a way of demanding to be felt. From oil fields in North Dak…
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#267 Surfer’s Myelopathy and a Second Life for Mike Fritschner Through The Swim with Mike Foundation Mike Fritschner was 15 years old when a family vacation in Hawaii took a sudden turn. After his first surfing lessons in shallow water, he was struck by surfer’s myelopathy—a rare, non-traumatic spinal cord injury that left him paralyzed from the wa…
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What if everything that defined you—your body, your talent, your future—was taken away in a single moment? At 16, Boone was a rising multi-sport star with college scouts watching his every move. But one routine football play changed everything. A C4 spinal cord injury left him a quadriplegic. No feeling. No movement. No future as he knew it. For th…
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What if the key to well-being isn’t what you think? In this episode, we sit down with renowned psychiatrist and mindfulness researcher Dr. Richie Davidson—scientific advisor to the Dalai Lama—to explore the science of well-being. We discuss the power of purpose, the proven techniques to boost happiness, and how cultivating well-being can actually e…
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#266 Exploring Neuroplasticity Changes in Chronic Spinal Cord Injury with Dr. Ann Choe What if brain scans could help unlock the mysteries of spinal cord injury recovery? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Ann Choe, a neuroscientist and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University, whose work in neuroimaging is helping reshape the way we underst…
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What happens when a 13-year-old boy, sexually abused and desperate for protection, turns to gang life—and survives a decade behind bars, two gunshot wounds, and addiction? In this week’s episode, Victor pulls back the curtain on a life shaped by trauma, violence, and ultimately, redemption. This isn’t just a story about survival—it’s about transfor…
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#265 Reimagining Wheelchairs as Art with Laura Brody What if wheelchairs, walkers, and prosthetics could be seen not only as tools for access but also as works of art? In this episode, we sit down with Laura Brody—artist, costume designer, and founder of Opulent Mobility—to explore the power of reimagining mobility devices as artistic expressions. …
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What if the life you’ve built isn’t the life you want? Marlon traded comfort for purpose—walking away from corporate success to chase his dream as a landscape photographer. From sailing around the world as a child to commanding tens of thousands for his art today, Marlon shares raw insights on risk, discipline, masculinity, and the courage it takes…
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In this episode, Cecily Lalloo speaks with Jess Camburn-Rahmani, the new CEO of Cerebra, a UK charity supporting children with neurological conditions. Jess, who brings a background in international development, shares her passion for breaking down barriers to services for families of children with disabilities. She discusses Cerebra’s inclusive ap…
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#264 Walking with Anthony: A Journey of Hope and Strength In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Micki Purcell shares the journey that led to the founding of Walking With Anthony, a nonprofit inspired by her son Anthony’s catastrophic spinal cord injury. From the moment of the accident, Micki was thrust into a world of trauma, complex medica…
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"I stood in intersections at midnight hoping to get hit by a car." Former police officer Robert Woodworth shares the untold cost of wearing the badge—from handling bodies and witnessing tragedy to protesters tracking down his home, the department's failure to provide meaningful support when he reached out for help, and his descent into dangerous co…
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In this episode of the Better Brain Podcast, neurologists Drs. Daniel Rafie and Kevin Bickart sit down with two leading experts in nutrition science: Sarah Berry, lead nutritional scientist at Zoe, and Tim Spector, renowned epidemiologist, author, and co-founder of Zoe. We dive into the complex world of nutrition research, exploring: Why traditiona…
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#263 Air Travel Tips for Spinal Cord Injury with Kim Hoog Kim Hoog brings a unique dual perspective as both a former flight attendant and mom and caregiver of Tyler, who lives with C5 incomplete SCI. She offers practical advice and heartfelt insight into air travel for individuals with spinal cord injuries. She outlines key challenges travelers who…
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What if your classroom was infested with disease-carrying mice — and no one believed you? In this shocking episode, a Boise culinary teacher shares her battle against a rodent-infested classroom, a failing school system, and devastating health consequences after contracting tick-borne illnesses from mouse exposure. From contaminated student aprons …
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#262 Reinventing Yourself Post-Injury with Andrew Skinner of The Triumph Foundation Andrew Skinner shares his powerful journey of resilience and purpose following a spinal cord injury in 2004. In this heartfelt conversation, he opens up about the critical role his wife Kirsten played in his recovery, the emotional toll of navigating anger and grief…
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What happens when you lose everything that once defined you? Former Navy SEAL Taylor Cavanaugh shares his raw, powerful journey from military elite to rock bottom — addiction, homelessness, and nearly ending his own life — before finding redemption in the most unexpected place: the French Foreign Legion. With nothing but a backpack and a broken spi…
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