Free Thinking with Montel

On this episode of Free Thinking, Montel talks with his friend Travis Flores. Born with cystic fibrosis and facing the reality that he might not live to his 20’s, Travis became a best-selling children’s book author as a teenager, was a key ambassador for the Make-a-Wish Foundation and today is an author, activist, actor and producer. It’s truly a miracle he’s alive today having now had 3 separate lung transplants, one of of only about 30 patients worldwide to have a 3rd procedure. Travis shares his experiences and how love has helped him through some of his darkest days. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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On this episode of Free Thinking, Montel talks with filmmaker, freelance journalist and creative professional from Omaha, Nebraska, Nick Beaulieu. Nick recently contributed to PBS’s “American Portrait” series, representing Nebraska. He’s the director, writer, and producer of the documentary film How Much Sleep Have You Lost, which is a multi-year odyssey that examines racism, privilege, and faith in Omaha, Nebraska. He also sits on the board of MORE, Movement in Omaha for Racial Equity. Nick is a graduate of the University of Nebraska Omaha and has held roles at Film Streams, The Omaha World-Herald, and Sojern. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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Multiple sclerosis, or MS, is a disease in which your body's immune system eats away at the protective sheath that covers your nerves. The disorder disrupts communication between your brain and the rest of your body, meaning your nerve signals slow down or stop. We don't know exactly why this happens. The most common thought is that a virus or gene defect, or both, are to blame. Environmental factors may even play a role. We do know that the disorder affects more women than men, that you may get the disorder if you have a family history of MS, and that you are at higher risk if you live in a part of the world where MS is more common. It's typically diagnosed between the ages of 20 and 40, but we see the disorder at any age. Now you may ask, how do you know you have multiple sclerosis?On this episode of Free Thinking, Montel talks with one of the foremost experts in treating patients with MS and other Nero immune disorders, Dr Michelle Fabian. She is an Assistant Professor of Neurology and an attending physician at the Corinne Goldsmith Dickinson Center for Multiple Sclerosis Center. She received a BS degree in chemistry from the University of Notre Dame and a MD degree from Case Western Reserve University. She completed her neurology residency at Mount Sinai Hospital, where she served as Chief Resident. In 2009, she was named The Mount Sinai Hospital Resident of the Year. She was the recipient of a 2009-2011 Sylvia Lawry Fellowship from the National MS Society, after which she joined the CGD faculty in 2011. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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On this episode of Free Thinking, Montel talks with Jimmy Choi, a 46-year-old endurance athlete and Parkinson’s Advocate. He received a diagnosis of Young Onset Parkinson’s at only 27 years old and doctors told him that he would need to use a wheelchair in just 15 to 20 years. After extensive research, he found that exercise was the only treatment proven to slow or even halt the progression of Parkinson’s Disease. Since then, he has used fitness to battle his illness and collected an incredibly impressive record of being a four-season veteran of American Ninja Warrior and has completed one ultra-marathon, 16 marathons, 100 half marathons, numerous 5Ks, 10Ks, and triathlons. He and his wife have raised close to $500,000 for Parkinson’s research. He is best known for showcasing feats of athleticism on his social media to serve as inspiration for his fans and those facing similar health challenges. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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When we think of PTSD, [effective PTSD treatment], we most often associate it with veterans as a result of war. However, statistics state that 1 in 13 people will experience PTSD in their lifetime. On this episode of Free Thinking, Montel talks with Dr Frank Bourke, a doctor who was on the front lines of treating 9-11 first responders. Dr Bourke is the founder of the non-profit, The Research and Recognition Project, which conducts rigorous, controlled clinical studies to validate therapeutic techniques that support the widespread use of innovative and cost-effective clinical care for traumatic stress and a number of other psychiatric disorders. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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Montel chats with Lindsey Joy Holcomb on this episode of Free Thinking. Lindsey is a mixed-media artist who works with ink, oil, and thread. She’s the founder of the internationally recognized social art project, Colors of MS, where she takes MRI brain scans of MS patients and turns them into absolutely incredible works of art, transforming something that is often a sign of bad news – a brain scan showing the presence of MS – into something truly amazing. She was diagnosed with MS in 2017 and turned to art as a way to heal. After painting her diagnostic MRI, changing the clinical black and white to vibrant color, the passion project was born. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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Newly elected PA State Representative Jessica Benham joins Montel on this episode of Free Thinking. Rep Benham is a disability rights activist serving as a member-elect of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for the 36th District, located in Western Pennsylvania. She is the first openly LGBTQ+ woman and first openly autistic person elected to the Pennsylvania General Assembly. She is a union organizer, community leader, advocate, and role model. She co-founded the Pittsburgh Center for Autistic Advocacy. In her words, she is “fighting for a world where we never have to hide who we are to be seen as capable of serving our communities.”#montel #jessicabenham #LGBTQ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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On this episode of Free Thinking, Bobbi Vogel joins Montel Williams to discuss her etheric medicine practice and share stories of those she has helped. Bobbi explains how she came to realize her gift as a medical intuitive and what the etheric body is, and the importance of the balance between the etheric and physical body. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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On this episode of Free Thinking with Montel, Dr. Keisha Gibson breaks down the facts, addresses common mis-perceptions and answers questions many people still have about the COVID-19 vaccines available. Dr Gibson is a pediatric nephrologist at the University of North Carolina and the Vice Chair of Diversity and Inclusion at the UNC Department of Medicine. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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On this episode of Free Thinking, Montel talks to Dr David Burns about depression and anxiety, and tips for people to rediscover happiness in their lives. Dr Burns isa renowned psychiatrist, adjunct Clinical Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford, award-winning researcher, and the author of the incredibly successful books Feeling Good and Feeling Great which have helped millions around the world suffering from anxiety and depression to experience joy. He has done 40 years of research and has completed over 40,000 hours of treating individuals with severe mood problems. 50,000 American and Canadian mental health professionals have attended his training programs. He was a pioneer in the development of cognitive therapy, and is the founder and creator of TEAM-CBT, which makes rapid recovery from depression and anxiety possible. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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