The Humancare Podcast features conversations with health entrepreneurs, care professionals, patient advocates, and industry change-makers all with the mission to humanize healthcare in common. In every episode we offer unique stories paired wit

10 - The Night of the Speech

Oct 15th, 2020 30m 54s

I was too sick to attend my sister’s wedding, so she wasn’t expecting me to deliver a speech.Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and TwitterCheck out our Official Invisible Not Broken Facebook groupA transcript is available in the show notes.Read

Bonus Episode - Default

Sep 16th, 2020 13m 20s

My gym teacher ridicules me in front of my peers, prompting the question: was my child-acting career a fluke? If so, what does that say about my legacy? What does free pizza have to do with any of this?Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twit

9 - Caring in a Crisis Pt 4 - Unlocking Bryson's Brain: Keith McArthur

Aug 18th, 2020 26m 28s

About KeithKeith McArthur is an author, speaker, kidney transplant survivor, and rare disease dad. He is the host of the CBC Podcast Unlocking Bryson’s Brain, an 8-part documentary-style podcast about his son Bryson, his rare disease, and his f

8 - Caring in a Crisis Pt 3 - A Rare Disease Family: Keith McArthur

Aug 8th, 2020 27m 2s

Keith’s son Bryson is a charming and outgoing 13-year old who loves his family, friends, and school. But he faces tremendous challenges. He lives with a rare genetic disease that has his brain locked at the developmental level of a 1-year old.

7 - Caring in a Crisis Pt 2 - Firefighter Without a Hose: Lindsay Couture

Aug 4th, 2020 22m 59s

Lindsay is no stranger to adversity. While most 11-year olds were out playing with their friends, she was at home caring for her mom. Now a front-line healthcare worker in the midst of a pandemic, she is faced with unprecedented challenges. Lin

6 - Caring in a Crisis Pt 1 - Echoes of a Community: Melissa Graham

Jul 28th, 2020 22m 13s

Early in the pandemic, Melissa spent all day on the phone with disabled people living in fear of COVID-19. Their fears echoed many of her own. Melissa shares her recommendations on how the government can better meet the needs of the disability

Bonus Episode - A Monastic Skunking

Jul 26th, 2020 12m 25s

Meditating at a jungle monastery in Thailand brought me inner stillness. Then Rob showed up.A full transcript with photos is available in the show notesLinks:Short Video Documentary of Wat Tam WuaWat Tam Wua WebsiteSocial MediaFollow me on Face

We Are Visible: Karina Sturm

Jul 24th, 2020 17m 34s

Award-winning filmmaker and journalist Karina Sturm joins the show to talk about Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a rare connective tissue disorder she lives with. She opens up about the medical gaslighting she experienced during her long path to diagno

COVID-19 Has Arrived...In My House?

Jul 17th, 2020 23m 2s

My parents returned from their vacation in Cuba on March 7th. A few days later, my dad developed a cough and fever. His symptoms rapidly progressed. Could it be COVID-19?A full transcript with photos is available in the show notesLinks:Produced

Bonus - COVID Rap: Stay the F**k Home

Jul 7th, 2020 1m 44s

Checking in from quarantine with a special message. This one is for you, Missy Elliot!YouTube VideoShow NotesProduced by: Jason Herterich with help from Djevon EarleAudio engineering by: Justin MaradinMusic: Streetwise by Vodovoz Music Producti

Big News for Discomfort Zone!

Jul 6th, 2020 1m 12s

Big News for Discomfort Zone - I'm joining Invisible Not Broken Podcast Network!PodcastsInvisible Not BrokenThe Humancare PodcastDiscomfort ZoneSocial MediaFollow Invisible Not Broken on Facebook, Instagram, and TwitterFollow Wellacopia on Face

Unconditional Support: Lisa

Jun 23rd, 2020 18m 26s

Chronic pain tore my life apart and brought me and my sister closer together.A full transcript with photos is available in the show notesLinks:Lisa Purzner’s websiteSocial mediaFollow me on Facebook, Instagram, and TwitterDepression resourcesTh

Soap Addict

Jun 23rd, 2020 27m 45s

I was getting better! I left the house to meet women. It didn’t go well.I was getting better! I left the house to meet women. It didn’t go well.A full transcript with photos is available in the show notesProduced by: Jason HerterichSound design

Struggling to Stay Afloat

Jun 22nd, 2020 25m 57s

I was in constant, excruciating pain and spent 22 hours a day in bed. I never could've imagined that someone else's life would fall into my hands. In the second half of the episode, my mom and dad talk about the struggles they've had as parents

Introducing Discomfort Zone

Jun 22nd, 2020 3m 37s

Introducing Discomfort Zone: immersive stories on chronic illness and disability that showcase our vulnerability, wellness, and resilience. My guests and I find comfort by turning towards discomfort, welcoming it, and laughing at it.A full tran

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