Episode 109 – Taking on celebrities, illness & the rest of the story
Recent stories involving Selma Blair, Christina Applegate, and R.J. Mitte have us talking about MS, disability, mental health, public scrutiny, and the importance of remembering the person behind the headlines.
Episode 108 – Taking on the hidden work of living with MS
Living with Multiple Sclerosis involves plenty of work people never see. We talk about the extra planning, accessibility, caregiving, adaptations, and patience behind continuing to show up and do the things that matter.
Episode 107 – Taking on tracking your gut health
After more than 25 years of living with Multiple Sclerosis, we’re discovering there’s still plenty to learn about gut health, diet, and inflammation and what we can control along the way.
Episode 106 – Taking on sex, drugs, and rock & roll
What do sex, drugs, and rock and roll have to do with living with Multiple Sclerosis? More than you might think. We talk disability, healthcare, medication access, accessibility and the importance of advocating for yourself.
Encore Presentation: Episode 80 – Taking on talking to children about disabilities
Editor’s note: As students prepare to head back to school, we’re excited to revisit one of our favorite conversations. Children are naturally curious, and the way we answer their questions about disability can shape a lifetime of understanding, kindness, and inclusion. This episode was originally released on July 15, 2024, during Disability Pride Month, but […]
Episode 105 – Am I getting older or is it just MS?
As we grow older, it isn’t always easy to know whether changes are caused by aging or multiple sclerosis. After attending a webinar with Dr. Aaron Boster, we’re discussing healthy aging, disease-modifying therapies, protecting functional reserve, and practical ways to continue living well with MS.
Episode 104 – Following up on the follow-ups
After neurologist appointments, MRI results, and encouraging news, we’re reflecting on what stability really means after decades of living with Multiple Sclerosis—and why finding the right healthcare team can make all the difference.
Episode 103 – Taking on MS progression & reclassification
“We aren’t looking for answers yet. We’re learning how to sit with the questions.” As we prepare for an upcoming appointment with our neurologist, a simple question from Jennifer sparked a conversation neither of us expected to have. What if Dan’s MS has progressed? To be clear, nothing has changed. We haven’t received any new […]
Episode 102 – Taking on becoming older Michiganians
“For a long time, I assumed caregiving was simply what spouses do. Then hernia surgery showed me just how much family caregivers carry every day.” We have participated in Older Michiganians Day at the Michigan State Capitol for more than two decades, advocating for programs and policies that help people age and live independently in […]
Episode 101: Taking on what do we expect when celebrities bring attention to MS
“Is it ever enough… or are we always waiting for the next breakthrough, the next voice, the next reason to hope?” We found ourselves in an unexpected place for this episode: talking about Multiple Sclerosis (MS) through the lens of the NFL Draft. Of course, the #1 overall draft pick and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando […]