Discomfort Zone

By Jason Herterich

Discomfort Zone is a podcast about living with chronic illness and disability. Through interviews, conversations, and stories, each episode uncovers what it means to be chronically ill and disabled

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How many episodes does Discomfort Zone have?

The podcast currently has 26 episodes available.

Discomfort Zone episodes:

July 17, 2020 4 - COVID-19 Has Arrived...In My House?
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 notes
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Produced by: Jason Herterich
Sound design by: Jason Herterich
Audio Engineering by: Justin Maradin
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Boston Globe - How Accurate Are Coronavirus Tests?
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24min
July 07, 2020 Bonus - COVID Rap: Stay the F**k Home
Checking in from quarantine with a special message. This one is for you, Missy Elliot!
YouTube Video
Show Notes
Produced by: Jason Herterich with help from Djevon Earle
Audio engineering by: Justin Maradin
Music: Streetwise by Vodovoz Music Productions
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2min
July 06, 2020 Big News for Discomfort Zone!
Big News for Discomfort Zone - I'm joining Invisible Not Broken Podcast Network!

Podcasts
Invisible Not Broken
The Humancare Podcast
Discomfort Zone

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Hello everyone, Jason here. I’ll be releasing 4 new episodes shortly. In the meantime, I want to fill you in on some big news. I am thrilled to let you know that Discomfort Zone is joining the Invisible Not Broken Podcast Network, a podcast network that speaks to people with chronic illness, invisible illness, disability, and chronic pain. It’s a perfect match for Discomfort Zone. The network includes Invisible Not Broken with host Monica Michelle and HumanCare Podcast with host Eva Minkoff.
I was a guest on Monica’s show recently. She and Eva are two of my favourite people. If you like my show, I’m sure you’ll love theirs. I’ve posted links to their shows and social media in the description below.
This change should be seamless for existing subscribers. If you listen off of my website, www.discomfort.fm, I’m transitioning over to www.invisiblenotbroken.com. Thank you for listening and keep an eye on your feed for new episodes.
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2min
July 06, 2020 Big News for Discomfort Zone
Big News for Discomfort Zone - I'm joining Invisible Not Broken Podcast Network!PodcastsInvisible Not BrokenThe Humancare Podcast Discomfort ZoneSocial MediaFollow Invisible Not Broken on Facebook, Instagram, and TwitterFollow Wellacopia on Facebook,...
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2min
June 23, 2020 3 - Unconditional Support: Lisa
Chronic pain tore my life apart and brought me and my sister closer together.
A full transcript with photos is available in the show notes
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Lisa Purzner’s website
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Depression resources
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or call 1-800-273-8255 (1800-273-TALK)
The Crisis Text Line
7 Cups of Tea An anonymous, 24-hour chat with trained professionals
Produced by: Jason Herterich
Sound design by: Jason Herterich
Audio Engineering by: Justin Maradin
External Consulting by: Dan Samosh
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19min
June 23, 2020 2 - Soap Addict
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 notes
Produced by: Jason Herterich
Sound design by: Jason Herterich
Audio Engineering by: Justin Maradin
External Consulting by: Dan Samosh
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This podcast uses many sounds from freesound.org. For the full list, please see the show notes.
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28min
June 22, 2020 1 - Struggling to Stay Afloat
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 of a chronically ill son.
A full transcript with photos is available in the show notes
Social media
Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter
Depression resources
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or call 1-800-273-8255 (1800-273-TALK)
The Crisis Text Line
7 Cups of Tea An anonymous, 24-hour chat with trained professionals
Mato Jelic
Website
Youtube
Audio: this podcast uses many sounds from freesound.org. For the full list, please see the show notes
Produced by: Jason Herterich with help from Justin Maradin
Sound design by: Jason Herterich
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26min
June 22, 2020 Introducing Discomfort Zone
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 transcript with photos is available in the show notes
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Produced by: Jason Herterich with help from Justin Maradin, Igor Rakic, and Bonita Martens
Sound design by: Jason Herterich
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4min
May 11, 2020 Bonus - COVID Rap: Stay The F**k Home
Checking in from quarantine with a special message. This one is for you, Missy Elliot!
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2min
May 06, 2020 5 - Karina Sturm - Filmmaker of We Are Visible
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 diagnosis and how she transitioned from laboratory technician to chronically ill patient to journalist and filmmaker. Karina then talks about her feature-length film, We Are Visible, the challenges she faced while making it, and the false ‘fabricated or induced illness’ (FII) allegations many of her interview subjects experienced.'We Are Visible' highlights the challenges people living with invisible illnesses face every day, specifically in the context of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. The film features seven stories including people of all ages (5 - 60 years old), from six different countries with diverse backgrounds, different financial standing who are all differently affected by this invisible condition. They will share their challenges, fights, and fears, but also their achievements, hopes, and triumphs.
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18min

FAQs about Discomfort Zone:

How many episodes does Discomfort Zone have?

The podcast currently has 26 episodes available.