Latest Auto immune Podcast Episodes
That's So: Designer $hit documentary (an interview with director Saffron Cassaday)
That's So Chronic - October 30, 2023 17:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIt’s the final Tuesday of the month which means it’s time for a That’s So episode! A chance to chat about a piece of content that’s in our That’s So Chronic world. Today, we’re chatting about the feature documentary Designer $hit directed by Saffron Cassaday. In Designer $hit, director Saffro...
Miranda Allen & Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS)
That's So Chronic - October 09, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsHappy Tuesday! When I was passing through London, UK in July I was able to sit down and chat with Miranda Allen about her diagnosis of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) In this episode, Miranda looks back with hindsight and explains where it’s possible her symptoms b...
Markus Birdman & 2 Strokes and Homonymous Hemianopia
That's So Chronic - October 02, 2023 17:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome back to That’s So Chronic! Today - in the middle of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe - I was able to sit down with comedian Markus Birdman, to chat about his experience of having two strokes, as well as living with a diagnosis of homonymous hemianopia. In this episode Markus explains how ...
That's So: The Surgeons' Hall Museums (and the Blood & Guts Walking Tour)
That's So Chronic - September 25, 2023 17:00 - 17 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome back to That’s So Chronic! It’s the final Tuesday of the month which means it’s time for a That’s So episode, where we chat about something that’s in our That’s So Chronic world. Today, we’re chatting about The Surgeons’ Hall Museums and the Blood & Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinb...
Jo Prendergast & Breast Cancer
That's So Chronic - September 11, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome to That’s So Chronic!. Today I am chatting to psychiatrist, comedian, and author Dr Jo Prendergast about her diagnosis of breast cancer, as well as her latest book When Life Sucks. In this episode, Jo talks us through her breast cancer diagnosis and what happened next. We chat about t...
Dr Saimun Singla & Rheumatoid Arthritis
That's So Chronic - September 04, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome back to That's So Chronic! Today I am joined by Dr Saimun Singla and we are discussing her diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis as well as her work as a paediatric rheumatologist and integrative medicine physician. In this episode, Dr Saimun shares her story of working for years in rheum...
That's So: The D*List (with editor Olivia Shivas)
That's So Chronic - August 30, 2023 15:42 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome to That's So Chronic. It’s the final Tuesday of the month, which means it’s time for another That’s So episode. Today I am chatting to Olivia Shivas, the editor of The D*List - the home of disability culture in Aotearoa. The D*List is an online culture magazine that creates space for d...
Nick Allen & Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and Fibromyalgia
That's So Chronic - August 21, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsToday I am chatting to Nick Allen who is living with a diagnosis of functional neurological disorder (FND) and fibromyalgia. However, this was not always the case… In this episode Nick talks us through the long process of initially being diagnosed with primary progressive multiple sclerosis, a...
Audrey Zannese & Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
That's So Chronic - August 14, 2023 18:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIt’s my favourite day of the week again! Welcome back to That’s So Chronic! Today’s episode is with Audrey Zannese and we are discussing her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS). In this episode Audrey opens up about how in denial she was when she first heard that her symptoms might be MS, and...
Sophie Ricketts & Hymenectomy Surgery
That's So Chronic - August 07, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome to That’s So Chronic! Today I am chatting to Sophie Ricketts, and she talks us through a hymenectomy surgery that she had while she was at drama school. In this episode Sophie explains the process of discovering that she had a thick hymen, which involves several people telling her “she...
Dr Kara Wada, MD & Sjorgren's Syndrome
That's So Chronic - July 31, 2023 18:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome back to That’s So Chronic! Today’s episode is with Dr Kara Wada, MD, and we are discussing her diagnosis of Sjogren’s syndrome and her work as an allergist, immunologist, and lifestyle medicine physician. In this episode Dr Kara shares her diagnosis story, as well as the symptoms that...
Spotlight On: Dr Hayley Leake (pain researcher & winner of Survivor Australia)
That's So Chronic - July 24, 2023 18:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome back to That’s So Chronic. It's the final Tuesday of the month, so we take a break from regular interviews. For today’s Spotlight On episode, I’m chatting to pain researcher and sole Survivor, Dr Hayley Leake. In this episode Hayley chats about the pain research work that she is workin...
Elizabeth & Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
That's So Chronic - July 17, 2023 18:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome back to That’s So Chronic! Today’s episode is with Elizabeth, and we are chatting about her diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS). In this episode Elizabeth shares the diagnosis process that eventuated after a bout of optic neuritis, how she felt when her symptoms had a name, her manag...
Ruby Quinn & ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome), Endometriosis, & ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
That's So Chronic - July 10, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsYay! It’s Tuesday! Which means a brand new episode of That’s So Chronic! Today’s episode is with Ruby Quinn, and we are chatting about her diagnosis of ME/CFS (myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome), endometriosis, and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder). In this ep...
Allie Sharples & Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) and Cleft Lip & Palate
That's So Chronic - July 03, 2023 18:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsAhhhh!!!! WE’RE BACK! BRAND NEW EPISODES! Sorry for shouting but I’m SO EXCITED! Welcome back! Today’s episode is with Allie Sharples, and we are chatting about her diagnosis of chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), as well as being born with a cleft lip and palate. In t...
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That's So Chronic - June 26, 2023 18:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome to That's So Chronic (or if you're a long time listener, welcome back!) a weekly podcast where Jess Brien (@jessssbrien) interviews people from around the world who are thriving - and sometimes only just surviving - with chronic illnesses, life changing injuries, and potentially disastro...
That's So: Why Does It Still Hurt? by Dr Paul Biegler (an interview with Paul!)
That's So Chronic - March 27, 2023 17:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIt’s the final Tuesday of the month which means a That’s So episode! Today I am chatting about Dr Paul Biegler’s latest book Why Does It Still Hurt? Throughout the book Paul begins to unpack the reasons behind why it might still be hurting, using his own chronic pain journey, as well as other ...
Annie Vander & Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
That's So Chronic - March 20, 2023 19:30 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome back to That’s So Chronic! Today, after a couple of technical difficulties, I’m joined by singer songwriter Annie Vander, and we’re talking all about her diagnosis of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) In this episode Annie shares the accident that subsequently changed the course of...
Natasha Godetz & Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis and a double hip replacement at 32
That's So Chronic - March 13, 2023 19:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsWelcome to That’s So Chronic! Today’s episode is with Natasha Godetz, and we are chatting about her diagnosis of juvenile idiopathic arthritis and the journey that led her to a double hip replacement. In this episode, Natasha explains what it was like receiving a diagnosis when she was 10 yea...
Shana Pereira & a heart and kidney transplant
That's So Chronic - March 06, 2023 19:30 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsYAY! We’re BACK! Thank you for being so patient while I took a break for the summer holidays here in NZ! Today’s episode is with Shana Pereira, and we are discussing her heart and kidney transplant, and honestly, at times you will think it is actually the plot of a movie... But more on that t...
Ashli — a life update
Allergy Proof® - February 15, 2023 15:00 - 16 minutesAhhh, this episode has been promised for a long time. After a turbulent few months, I feel stronger and more positive than ever. I discuss what TF happened when I got sick in December, two new health diagnoses, the warehouse fire, and what's next. It's my wedding week, so I am checking out f...
Eleanor Pendleton — dyshidrotic eczema
Allergy Proof® - February 09, 2023 15:00 - 40 minutesAhh, I am SO excited to share this episode with Gritty Pretty founder, Eleanor Pendleton — a kind, welcoming and humble human being. She experienced dyshidrotic eczema on her hands and feet as a kid to the point where walking was painful. After testing positive for COVID in 2022, her body bough...
Nikola — psoriasis and dermatitis.
Allergy Proof® - February 02, 2023 15:00 - 50 minutesOk, it's been a hot minute. I had planned for the podcast to run throughout the entire summer break, into the new year, but the universe had other plans for me. I had a horrible case of COVID, ended up in hospital, and have been recovering ever since. This week’s episode is with the amazing...
2022 That's So Chronic wrapped!
That's So Chronic - December 19, 2022 17:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsHello! Here is a sneaky lil bonus episode to finish the year! A 2022 That’s So Chronic wrapped episode, if you will! I thought why not lean into the end of year vibes, and share 22 moments that have made up my (and the pod’s!) 2022. These are mostly highlights and achievements that feel fun t...
Kristy — Breast cancer
Allergy Proof® - December 08, 2022 15:00 - 39 minutesHello! Welcome back to another episode of Allergy Proof. We are getting SO close to Christmas, I am dying to get there. My weeks have been filled with prep work so I can take a proper break this year. Luke and I are going away and will be off the grid for a few days, which I am pumped for. We h...
Kristy — Breast cancer
Allergy Proof® - December 08, 2022 15:00 - 39 minutesHello! Welcome back to another episode of Allergy Proof. We are getting SO close to Christmas, I am dying to get there. My weeks have been filled with prep work so I can take a proper break this year. Luke and I are going away and will be off the grid for a few days, which I am pumped for. We h...
Ricayla — Endo, psoriasis and mental illness
Allergy Proof® - December 01, 2022 15:00 - 36 minutesHiiii! Welcome back to another episode with a Yours Only community member. This week we’re talking to the amazing Ricayla from New Zealand, who experiences endo, psoriasis, and mental illness. I’m hoping by sharing her story we will be able to increase awareness on all topics, as endometriosis i...
That's So: The Good Nurse & Capturing The Killer Nurse (Charles Cullen)
That's So Chronic - November 28, 2022 17:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIt’s the final (regular) That’s So Chronic episode of the year! How is that even possible!? Seeing as it’s the final Tuesday of the month it’s a That’s So episode. Today we are chatting about the two latest films to be released on Netflix all about serial killer Charles Cullen. It is of course T...
Christine — topical steroid withdrawal
Allergy Proof® - November 24, 2022 15:00 - 49 minutesWelcome to our first guest for the season 🤍 Today’s guest is the amazing Christine who has been in the Yours Only community for a while now — she is one of the smiley faces on the Yours Only website as she was in our recent campaign and photoshoot. After experience topical steroid withdrawal, s...
Christine — topical steroid withdrawal
Allergy Proof® - November 24, 2022 15:00 - 49 minutesWelcome to our first guest for the season 🤍 Today’s guest is the amazing Christine who has been in the Yours Only community for a while now — she is one of the smiley faces on the Yours Only website as she was in our recent campaign and photoshoot. After experience topical steroid withdrawal, s...
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