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Changing The Chances

85 episodes - English - Latest episode: 26 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

Follow our hosts Alisha and Jesse Chance talk about their story growing and learning to be special needs parents. New episodes every Monday unless something explodes.

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Episodes

Episode 35 - Summer time and the livin's easy

July 11, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 67.1 MB

It's finally summer!... Well at least in Utah where the weather can't make up it's mind. The hosts talk about their summer plans with Piper along with hopeful future activities. Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 34 - Really America? Really....

July 04, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 94.8 MB

Our hosts talk about the most recent big change in the United States, Roe Vs. Wade. We are talking about our views on the situation and we are not trying to persuade you one way or the other. Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 33 - Brains suck

June 27, 2022 09:00 - 46 minutes - 108 MB

Today's episode Alisha and Jesse talk about mental health. What it was like before the twins, after, and everything in between. Mental health is important to anyone and everyone. Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 32 - New procedures, unimpressed

June 20, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 76 MB

If you listened to last week's episode, you know Piper had a recent procedure. Today the hosts talk about what that was and all that comes with it. Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 31 - It's awesome, never ending, good times

June 13, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 78.5 MB

Today Alisha and Jesse talk about... well, their day! They talk about their trip to the ballpark, other events they've been to, and the groups they are a part of that do events for families with special needs. Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 30 - Scary school times

June 06, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 60.5 MB

Viewer discretion is advised. Please, do not listen to this episode if there are children in the room. Jesse and Alisha touch base on the tragic Robb Elementary School event. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 29 - Day in the life of...

May 30, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 88.6 MB

The hosts answer a question today, what is it like being Piper's parents on a day to day basis? You might be surprised how much goes into one day. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 28 - Religion/Spirituality, you do you boo boo

May 23, 2022 09:01 - 34 minutes - 79.3 MB

In today's episode the hosts talk about their experience before and after the twins were born with religion/spirituality. We would like to note that we do not mean any ill feelings towards anyone's beliefs. You do you. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 27 - Mother's Day trickery

May 16, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 99.9 MB

It's the Mother's Day episode! We may have tricked Alisha's Mom on to the podcast but we get to see what it's like from grandma's perspective! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 26 - First guest, 1000 listens, how exciting!

May 09, 2022 09:01 - 40 minutes - 92.2 MB

Today we have a special guest! Everyone say hello and please welcome cousin JJ to the podcast! Alisha and Jesse ask him how things looked from an outside perspective when the twins were born. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 25 - Does she like it, maybe she does and maybe she doesn't

May 02, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes - 101 MB

This episode is recorded just before Piper's birthday! So we thought we would touch on some of her likes and dislikes to celebrate the occasion. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 24 - Everyday and ever changing, grief

April 25, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes - 87.1 MB

Sorry we missed a week but we are back! Now that we are back let's talk about a heavy topic. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 23 - Who Asked You

April 11, 2022 09:00 - 43 minutes - 100 MB

Today our hosts talk about those moments when people chip in their 2 cents... when you really didn't ask them to. We learn how they feel about hearing certain opinions when really they didn't need to know. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 22 - We learned a new word, health anxiety

April 04, 2022 09:00 - 34 minutes - 62.8 MB

In this episode Alisha and Jesse talk about all the feelings they have when Piper has health issues. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 21 - Community Shmmunity

March 28, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 77.6 MB

In today's episode Alisha and Jesse talk about their place in the community and how they feel they fit into it. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 20 - My family, your family, our family

March 21, 2022 09:00 - 47 minutes - 87.7 MB

Today the hosts talk about their families. All the things from the pets they have to the cousins across the country. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 19 - Expectations, then and now

March 14, 2022 09:00 - 44 minutes - 102 MB

Today Jesse and Alisha talk about what they thought life would be like before and after key moments in their life. You can never anticipate what will happen in the future. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 18 - Living, Loving, Learning

February 28, 2022 10:00 - 45 minutes - 104 MB

Today the cast talks about all the feelings they have being Piper's parents. The good, the bad, and everything in between. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 17 - Covid and our latest hospital adventure

February 21, 2022 10:00 - 39 minutes - 90.6 MB

We are back! Life in the Chance house has been quite the roller-coaster over the last 4 weeks. We are glad to be back! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 16 - Covid blows

January 24, 2022 10:00 - 44 minutes - 103 MB

Yes, the time has come. This episode our hosts talk about what it was like for them when covid and the lockdowns hit. You might be surprised how accidentally prepared they were. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 15 - Guilt

January 17, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 83.2 MB

Today Jesse and Alisha talk about something that everyone has experienced at some point, guilt. How they pushed through it and what it was like for them. You are not alone. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 14 - Relationships

January 10, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 88.4 MB

Join today as Jesse and Alisha talk about how their relationships have changed with other people over the years. Family, friends, and everyone in between. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 13 - Back to school!

January 03, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 84.6 MB

Welcome to the first episode in 2022! Today Jesse and Alisha talk about how school is for Piper and all that comes with it. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 12 - Finding holiday happiness

December 20, 2021 10:00 - 38 minutes - 88.3 MB

It's the first Christmas since starting the podcast so we thought we should talk about how Christmas has been for Piper all these years! Everyone can always find a way to celebrate the holidays. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 11 - Disneyland here we come

December 06, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 63 MB

Last weeks episode ended on a bit of a sour note so this week Jesse and Alisha are talking about their first family vacation to Disneyland! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 10 - Second birthday, never a dull moment

November 29, 2021 10:00 - 47 minutes - 110 MB

Piper's second birthday is here! Alisha and Jesse talk about how Piper has been around this time. Don't forget that it is never a dull moment with Piper around. Another surprise doctor visit. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 9 - Official diagnosis, school, and more

November 22, 2021 10:00 - 53 minutes - 122 MB

Today Alisha and Jesse talk about getting her official cerebral palsy diagnosis and what that brings. They talk about what life is like for Piper in school and how it has helped. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 8 - Piper's first Birthday/Kaleb's memorial

November 15, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 90.2 MB

We have made it through the first year! Alisha and Jesse talk about the party they had for Piper. They talk about a very touching gift for Kaleb. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 7 - First months of living with Piper

November 08, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 90.8 MB

Piper is home! Jesse and Alisha talk about the first few months of living with Piper. They talk a little about shunts and the different kinds. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 6 - The Baby Shower

November 01, 2021 09:00 - 47 minutes - 110 MB

Through all of this adventure, we almost forgot the baby shower! The family throws a baby shower for Alisha and Jesse right before some more news comes in. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 5 - Everybody poops!.. it's a good thing

October 25, 2021 09:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MB

Jesse and Alisha talk about people coming to visit Piper in the hospital. Piper is now taking a bottle and gaining weight! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 4 - More surgeries but fingers crossed things are getting better

October 18, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 113 MB

From one surgery to another, Alisha and Jesse talk about what it is like to deal with the stress of seeing Piper go through more surgeries. Never know what might come up in life. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 3 - Talking about surgery, well at least we tried

October 11, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 126 MB

Over the first month Piper has been struggling but sometimes it takes a different perspective to make a difference. Listen as Alisha and Jesse talk about her first surgery and family. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 2 - The one where Alisha cries

October 05, 2021 19:07 - 54 minutes - 126 MB

Welcome back to our exciting journey for day 2. This is gonna be a hard episode to listen to maybe but, it's part of our journey and it's important. It's mainly about our son and it's sad and heartfelt. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place

Episode 1 - How it all began, 04/25/14

October 05, 2021 18:16 - 45 minutes - 104 MB

Now this is a story all about how our life got flipped turned upside down... no but seriously. Jumping head first into our journey as special needs parents. Day 1 and a half. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changingthechances/ Hosts: Alisha and Jesse Chance Podcast logo by: Rebecca Wolf Kalm Producer and Editor: Maxwell Myers Song by: Sophie's Place