An Apple A Day
395 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsAN APPLE A DAY is not only a podcast but also a resource and a community. It's a place to share your experiences
and learn from others as we overcome barriers and learn to live a happy and healthy life with a disability.
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Coronavirus/Friday Preview
March 24, 2020 21:47 - 10 minutes - 9.56 MBThis is just a slice of the Apple! Today, we have a short update on dealing with this Coronavirus. We also are introducing you to a Lady and Gentleman, Courtney and Mark, who will be joining us on Friday. Believe me when I say this is an episode you are not going to want to miss!
COVID19 & EXOTIC FRUIT LOPVERS
March 20, 2020 20:52 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this episode: A Notice from Social Security regarding payments during this Coronavirus Pandemic. A Notice from Medicare regarding Telehealth Services for beneficiaries as well as Lab Tests for COVID-19 Important Phone Numbers and websites for CDC, Social Security, and Medicare. An interview with Dennis, the administrator of the popular Facebook Group EXOTIC FRUIT LOVERS. Please remember to leave us a message and give us a rating where ever you here the podcast and don't forget to ...
Exotic Fruit Lover?
March 19, 2020 21:03 - 6 minutes - 5.53 MBThis is just an Apple Slice! A preview of the of the next Podcast episode...Believe me, you won't want to miss it! We have an interview with Dennis the Exotic Fruit Lover...I won't say anything else, you'll have to listen in to find out more....We also have a Press Release From Social Security about Payments during this COVID-19 Pandemic.
Disabled - 5 Stages of Grief
March 13, 2020 23:08 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBIn this episode: Update from Social Security regarding scam calls prevention and action taken against five companies. We discuss the five stages of grief and loss disabled people experience. Join us on facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/disabledliving
Family & Coronavirus
March 07, 2020 00:07 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBI apologize for my scratchy voice again. I am getting over this cold! In this episode: Three letters from listeners about disabled parents and their kids. Notice from Medicare about the Coronavirus How to tell if you have the Coronavirus and when to see a doctor Inspector General warns Public about widespread Social Security Scam Texts New Facebook Group!!! JOIN US!! facebook.com/groups/disabledliving
Living Your Best Life
February 28, 2020 23:03 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBI want to apologize up front as that my voice may be a bit off in spots from my stay in the hospital...You are not going to believe the major change coming to Social Security Disability In April 2020!! It's about time and we discuss it in this episode...The law and renting an apartment or house by a person with disabilities, we discuss this in this episode...Can the disabled legally operate a motor vehicle? We discuss that in this episode...And the big Changes here at AN APPLE A DAY!
An Apple A Day Notice
February 21, 2020 17:26Due to hospitaization, AN APPLE A DAY, will not publish a new episode on February 21, 2020. A new episode will be published on Monday February 24, 2020. Sorry for the inconvenience this may cause. Jimmy Apple
Opioids & Scams
February 14, 2020 22:09 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBIn this episode, we discuss a new "scam alert" from Social Security...Free Cardiovascular Disease Screening...How to save up to 80% on prescription drugs from your local pharmacy-no discount cards or buy in programs!...Who is responsible for the "opioid epidemic" and how can itt be resolved...This is a good one!
Dear Diary...
February 12, 2020 21:38 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBIn this episode we discuss the difference between a journal and a diary...the benefits of keeping a journal as a disabled person...how to set up a journal and what to include.
Let's Go Parking, Baby
February 07, 2020 23:25 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBDo you have a "Flex Spending Account"? Do you know what it is and what it is for?... When was the last time you replaced durable medical equipment? Is it time?...Are you eligible for a Handicap Parking Permit?...Do you have one? Did it expire? Do you know how to apply for a permit and what is involved?...Listen to this episode for more...Let's go parking, baby!
SSDI & More Money
January 31, 2020 23:44 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this episode, we have a message from Medicare and from Social Security that you will want to hear...As well, this episode is a continuation of the previous episode (#3005), More Money & SSDI... If you are thinking about returning to work after being on Disability, you do not want to miss this episode... dispel the feelings, beliefs and the myths....
More Money & SSDI
January 29, 2020 21:03 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBIs "Legally Working and Receiving Social Security Disability" possible? Legal? How much can you earn? Does Social Security Disability want you to know about this? The answer is YES!...Listen to this episode...
Weed & Produce Dept Sex
January 24, 2020 22:22 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBPeople tell you how safe weed is...it's supposed to be safer to smoke pot than to drink alcohol the pot heads tell you...Is this true? We discuss this today on this episode!...Sexual Peeling?? You may never look at produce the same way again!! You don't want to miss this episode... :)
Insurance & Howard Stern
January 17, 2020 22:12 - 16 minutes - 15 MBDid you know certain disability payments and worker's compensation may affect your social security benefits?... People with disabilities deserve to be treated with respect and are not there for other's amusement. Someone should tell Howard Stern this....Jimmy does in this episode.
Therapy, Scams & Morons
January 10, 2020 22:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBOccupational vs Physical Therapy...Thieves keep coming up with ways to try and separate us from our money...find out the newest scams...Do you know how to tell if an egg is good or bad? Check out this life hack...If you have to lie about a disability, you're probably not disabled moron...
Welcome To The 20's
January 03, 2020 22:07 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBWelcome to the roaring 20's! In this episode, we discuss the resolution to save money...Fad Diets...We share the first letter of the year fro Social Security...and much more! This is a don't miss episode!
Happy New Year 2020
December 27, 2019 22:19 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBHAPPY NEW YEAR 2020 This is our second New Year Celebration together! In this episode we are talking about New Year Resolutions and being RESOLUTE.
Attitude Barriers
December 20, 2019 22:25 - 16 minutes - 15 MBDoes the general public have an attitude towards people with disabilities? Are the attitudes more prevalent in the work place? Are people, in general, afraid of people with a disability? Find out in this Episode of AN APPLE A DAY,MERRY CHRISTMAS
Seasonal Money
December 13, 2019 23:54 - 19 minutes - 18 MBWorking a seasonal job and collecting extra income while collecting Social Security Disability or SSI...Moronic Holiday Dinner Talk...Are the disabled weak minded addicts???...Cars kill people...
Ate Turkey Like A Pig!
November 29, 2019 14:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBWe Survived Thanksgiving and Santa Claus came to town yesterday so the Holiday season Has begun!! In the episode, we continue to discuss coping with the holidays, family and money. We also share some information from medicare and social security!
Disabled At A Holiday Party
November 22, 2019 22:10 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBThis is our 2nd ANNIVERSARY!! That's right, we have been getting together at least once a week, if not more, for the the last Two Years!!! In this episode, we are discussing being disabled and attending Holiday Parties! You are not a disabled person! You are merely a person with a disability!
More Money For You
November 15, 2019 23:06 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBEmpathy and sympathy can go go a long way when it comes to someone who just needs you to listen with a non-judgemental ear....How to cut the cable, save money and get more service LEGALLY....Plus.. a big announcement fro Social Security!
Invisible Disability or A Lie?
November 08, 2019 23:08 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBNot all disabilities are visible such as Heart Disease, Diabetes, Fibromyalgia,etc... Does that make them any less debilitating or painful? It seems that many in society seem to think that people with non visible disabilities are imagining it, exaggerating it or just plain lying about it. In this episode, we set the record straight.
The Past Is The Past
October 25, 2019 20:58 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBRemembering the past is a good thing, living in thee past is not healthy! The past is the past, live in the present and have hope for the future.
Journals & Opioids
October 09, 2019 22:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBYou are the one in charge off your health! Not doctors, nurses, hospitals or therapists; YOU! All of the others are just your assistants and employees! In this episode, learn to take steps to be proactive with your health....A listener from Tacoma called Jimmy Apple a "Heartless Bastard" because of he views on certain things such as opioids. Listen to Jimmy's response. Warning, Jim,my doesn't hold back!! LOL
Working while on SSD
October 04, 2019 23:20 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBIn this episode...Important information from Medicare that is important for all Medicare Recipients.... There is so much confusion about whether you can or cannot work while receiving Social Security Disability, hopefully, this episode will help to clear up some of the he said-she said......
The Fall Blues
September 26, 2019 22:10 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MBSummer is in the rear view mirror and Fall is upon on us. Shorter days, longer nights, the leaves are falling as are the temperatures. The crisp weather and smell of pumpkin spice is not something everyone looks forward to, much less enjoys.... Can breakfast chase away the funk?
Being A Parent With A Disability
September 20, 2019 22:34 - 19 minutes - 18 MBIn the US, there are 4.1 Million parents with a disability. 1 in 10 children have a parent with a disability. 35 states include disability as grounds for termination of parental rights! Whether you are disabled or know someone who is disabled with children, you don't want to miss this important episode.
Caretakers & Wild Women
September 14, 2019 23:31 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBIs it condescending to ask someone if they are feeling better than yesterday?...Do you receive Medicare when you sign up for Social Security?...Should your child be your caretaker?...Men with ponytails and man buns while women with hairy legs and underarms that can be braided??...Trust me, you don't want to miss this one!...
Patient Mills
September 06, 2019 22:46 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBThere is nothing worse than going to a doctor appointment only to find a packed waiting room and then find out everyone in the room has the same appointment time as you. What can you do?...Are family caretakers as stressed out as much as the disabled person?...Is it possible to survive on Social Security Disability? For the answers to these questions, listen to this episode....
Truth; What A Concept!
August 30, 2019 22:07 - 19 minutes - 18 MBIf people put as much effort into doing the right thing as they put into trying to get over on others, just imagine how different this world could be...Acting is for actors, theatrics are for fakes and frauds.
Judge Judy & E-Mails
August 23, 2019 22:37 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBJudge Judy needs to put her listening ears on and shut her mouth more often. Jimmy has to straighten her out once again. Maybe she should consider retirement...E-Mails from our listeners and answers!
Glory Days
August 16, 2019 22:01 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MB"...Time slips away and leaves you with nothing mister but boring stories of glory days" Bruce Springsteen - Glory Days
Cheap Drugs-RIP Buddy
August 09, 2019 23:25 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBWhen is it wise to go bargain shopping for your prescription medications? Is it wise to take prescription drugs that come as a gift for buying underwear or a hamburger?...Disabled people mourn different than able bodied folks...The school of hard knocks and rocks offers the best education...
Wheel Chairs & Junkies
August 03, 2019 00:21 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBDo you put your health first or is a family vacation more important? Is it harmless to self medicate with durable medical equipment or is it just as dangerous as other forms of self medicating? ...I believe I have come up with the most effective and fair way to deal with the growing drug problem in our society. If you agree, let me know! If you think you have a better way, share it with us.
Lose Chemicals & Weight
July 30, 2019 22:02 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBWould you risk getting cancer, or giving it to you family for something sweet? How about risking developing ADHD, heart disease, diabetes or depression? Are you gaining weight and can't seem to lose it? What are you waiting for? Join us us on this episode of An Apple A Day!
Diet Soda Big Penis
July 19, 2019 22:27 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBIs diet soda a healthy substitute for regular soda? Is it a good pick if you are trying to loose weight or you are battling diabetes?...The FDA issued a warning about an over the counter supplement dubbed "Big Penis"...The world's oldest medicine is still the best medicine for pain relief, depression, and anxiety and it's FREE!
The Pity Party Is Over
July 17, 2019 20:16 - 10 minutes - 9.57 MBAs Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin once said "Do you remember laughter?" It's up to you; Are you a survivor or a victim? This episode is good for everyone whether disabled or not...only a 10 minute Apple Slice...
Good Guys Pay Thru Their ...
July 12, 2019 23:16 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBIt's true what they say, Good Guys Finish Last, but that's because the Good Guys always do the Right Thing. Good Guys may finish last but they are able to put their heads down at night and sleep peacefully. How do you sleep?
It's Good To Be Home
July 11, 2019 21:49 - 5 minutes - 5.21 MBWe're Back and It's Good To Be Home! We missed you! Check out this apple slice to learn more about tomorrow's podcast!
Accept Yourself
June 07, 2019 21:44 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBIf you can't accept yourself, how do you expect others to accept you? Learn to accept others as well. We were told weed was a gateway drug and so many said "NO"...well we have the proof right here...and more e-mails from listeners...you don't want to miss this... Become a guest on An Apple A Day Podcast!!! Listen to find out how!
Do Whacha Gotta Do
June 04, 2019 21:08 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBIt's so easy to blow off things in the warmer weather, but when it comes to your health, nothing else is more important. Check out this slice of the Apple!
Letters From Home
May 31, 2019 23:43 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBE-mails from listeners with questions and comments on everything from Social Security Disability to Life Insurance to Medicare paying for abortions(????)...Do you know a handicap friendly business? Share their infor with others! Do you know businesses who Aren't Handicap Friendly? Share their info as well! This is a good one! Don't miss it!!
AND... We're BACK!
May 28, 2019 23:24 - 9 minutes - 8.61 MBFire, Rain, Wind,Snow, Ice, Mountains, Valleys, Oceans, Sharks, Alligators, Bears, Rabbits, Near Death Experiences...Nothing could keep us away from our friends at An Apple A Day! Please listen to this Slice of The Apple and get ready for a Hum Dinger the Friday!
Important Message
May 14, 2019 06:26Hi All, Due to some health problems over the last two weeks, we had been unable to produce new episodes of AN APPLE A DAY!!! We will return this Friday with a brand new episode, from our new studio and look forward to talking to you. I'd like to thank everyone who sent me the e-mails. I appreciate your concerns and kind words! As I said my friends, I look forward to talking with you this Friday. And boy, we have a good episode for you. You're not going to want to miss it! Jimmy A...
The 100th Episode!!
April 25, 2019 23:37 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBThis is the 100th Episode of An Apple A Day!!! Are You a coffee drinker? Find out who's coffee is better: Dunkin Donuts - Starbucks or Seattle's Best? ...Are you the father? Ask Maury and embarrass your family?...Transvestites from Mars on the Springer show?...Have some pride...don't be a slob....This episode is a keeper!
Marijuana & A Cup Of Joe
April 19, 2019 23:50 - 34 minutes - 32 MBWhich is better for you, Smoking Pot or Drinking 4 Cups of Coffee? The answer to this may shock you and then again it may not...Can Smoking Pot cause Heart Disease? Does Drinking Coffee cause Cancer?...Plus News from Medicare! This is a must listen episode!
You Are Worth It
April 12, 2019 22:45 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBDo people try to hold you back because of a disability? Are you unsure of yourself in public? Are you afraid to enjoy yourself because someone might think you are faking a disability? Are you afraid to be happy? You must listen to this episode!...Do you have a bucket list? Do you know everyone should have one?...You must listen to this episode!...Don't get me started on Junkies and drunks... An update from Social Security...You must listen to this episode!
Burger, Fries & A Song
April 05, 2019 22:31 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBWhat would you say if I told you that a fast food burger would kill you? What would you say if I told you it is health food?...Do you believe music can save your mortal soul? How about relieve your pain?...We also have a new report from Social Security and ...Is Kleptomania a disease or a crime?
Keto, Tea & Racism?
March 29, 2019 22:47 - 24 minutes - 22 MBIs the Keto Diet good for both men and women? Young and old? Does Hot Tea raise a Cancer risk? Jordan's husband has changed jobs 7 times in 9 years, what can she do? The alleged victim of racism is a racist? Listen to this episode for all the answers.