Invisible Not Broken - Chronic Illness Podcast Network

By Hosts: Monica and Eva

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The podcast network that speaks to people with chronic illness, invisible illness, disability, and chronic pain.

"Explicitly Sick Podcast" with Monica Michelle + "[Human]care Podcast" with Eva Minkoff

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Invisible Not Broken - Chronic Illness Podcast Network episodes:

05.05.2024
Disability Access in the Education System and How to Support Disabled Folks’ Needs with Nick Clemmons
Monica Michelle is joined by consultant and podcast host Nick Clemmons. Nick lives with Sickle Cell Disease. In this episode, Monica and Nick discuss:The ways disabled folks are often forgotten in education infrastructureHow Nick navigates societal limitations to achieve his goalsDisability representation...
04.15.2024
Vulnerability, Resiliency, and Advocacy with Tim Reitsma
Monica Michelle is joined by consultant and podcast host Tim Reitma. Tim lives with Crohn's Disease. In this episode, Monica and Tim discuss: Tim’s resiliency through managing his Crohn’sThe importance of self-advocacy, especially in the workplace Tim’s podcast why he shares stories of those...
03.19.2024
Tech and Disability: What VR Offers the Disabled Community with Sunny Ammerman
Monica Michelle is joined by artist and disability advocate Sunny Ammerman Sunny lives with Septo-optic dysplasia, panhypopituitarism, Optic Nerve Hypoplasia, and is missing a membrane in the brain called the "septum pellucidum". In this episode, Monica and Sunny discuss: Sunny’s complex disorders and...
02.26.2024
Reporting on Chronic Illness and Disability with Journalist Julia Metraux
Monica Michelle is joined by Journalist Julia Metraux. Julia lives with vasculitis, mild to moderate hearing loss, and has experienced long COVID. In this episode, Monica and Julia discuss: Julia's diagnosis with vasculitis and how it influences her journalistic lensHow community impacts the...
02.05.2024
Author of “Pain: The Ultimate Mentor,” Physiotherapist Kevin Hunt
Monica Michelle is joined by author & physiotherapist Kevin Hunt. Kevin lives with chronic pain. In this episode, Monica and Kevin discuss: Kevin’s philosophy of pain management as a physiotherapist who experiences chronic pain. The Hexagon Model, a life-management tool for focusing on what’s...
01.16.2024
Author of “Through the Pain: The Silent Suffering & Triumph of a Personal Trainer”: John K. Frazier
Monica Michelle is joined by author & personal trainer John K. Frazier. John lives with ankylosing spondylitis. In this episode, Monica and John discuss: John’s work as a physical trainer and authorChronic pain comparisonsPersonal triumph TIMESTAMPS00:50 - John’s business & diagnosis 07:19 - Chronic...
01.02.2024
The Creative Process, Self Worth, and Dating with Disability: Laura Mustard
Monica Michelle is joined by musician Laura Mustard. Laura lives with VATER syndrome. In this episode, Monica and Laura discuss: Laura’s inspiration for her upcoming musical EP.How Laura’s illness impacted her recent relationship & self-image.Laura’s creative process, new music, and social media pressure. TIMESTAMPS00:30...
12.19.2023
Author of “The Girlfriend’s Guide to Lupus”: Amanda Chay
Monica Michelle is joined by author Amanda Chay. Amanda lives with Sjögren’s and Lupus. In this episode, Monica and Amanda discuss: Amanda’s book & diagnosisOutlooking on work & writingNavigating chronic illness with kids & family TIMESTAMPS00:26 - Intro + The Girlfriend’s Guide to...
12.04.2023
Author of “Compass Points the Way”: Alexis Kline
Monica Michelle is joined by author Alexis Kline. Alexis lives with Dysautonomia. In this episode, Monica and Alexis discuss: Being a sick teenagerHaving an isolated diagnosisProductivity workflows TIMESTAMPS00:28 - Alexis’s diagnosis & dog 07:18 - Sick teenager road map 10:00 - Alexis’s book...
11.20.2023
Author of “From the Sidelines to the Finish Line”: Emily Falcon
Monica Michelle is joined by author Emily Falcon. Emily lives with ALCAPA. In this episode, Monica and Emily discuss: Growing up sickPost-surgery supportHaving a public bodySelf-motivation and adventuring TIMESTAMPS00:28 - Being a sick kid & Emily’s book title 07:28 - Mortality 10:16 -...
11.07.2023
A 26-Year Search for the Right Diagnosis: Micaela Hoo
Monica Michelle is joined by writer and entrepreneur Micaela Hoo. Micaela lives with Lyme disease, bartonella, babesia, mold toxicity, parasite overgrowth, candida overgrowth, Hashimoto's disease, and Morgellons disease. In this episode, Monica and Micaela discuss: Micaela's diagnosis storyHealthcare insurance TIMESTAMPS00:24 - The start...
10.25.2023
Patience, Productivity, and the “Push Through Pain” Mindset: Rita White
Monica Michelle is joined by physical therapist Rita White. Rita lives with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Mast Cell Activation syndrome, and POTS. In this episode, Monica and Rita discuss: Rita’s work as a physical therapistToxic productivity mentalityHappiness from self-understanding and patience TIMESTAMPS00:38 - Rita’s diagnosis and...
10.02.2023
Navigating Work, Relationships, and Parenting with Epilepsy: Sara Staggs
Monica Michelle is joined by author Sara Staggs. Sara lives with epilepsy. In this episode, Monica and Sara discuss: Being a full-time creative with a disabilityPregnancy & parentingDisability disclosureChronic illness in media TIMESTAMPS00:30 - Sara’s writing process 06:03 - Sara’s diagnosis & college 09:44...
09.18.2023
Talking TV, Reading, Happiness, and Parenting: Dione Bullard
Monica Michelle is once again joined by musician, chef, and activist Dione Bullard. Dione lives with End Stage Renal Disease. In this episode, Monica and Dione discuss: Favorite TV showsFavorite booksMoments of delightParenting TIMESTAMPS02:20 - Platonic 11:42 - Somewhere Boy 14:09 - More favorite...
09.04.2023
Adulting on Disability Income, Reflecting on Privilege and Prejudice: Cosmo
Monica Michelle is joined by activist Cosmo C. Cosmo lives with porphyria, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and fibromyalgia. In this episode, Monica and Cosmo discuss: PetsLARPingDisability income and surviving on itPrivilege and Prejudice TIMESTAMPS00:33 - Cats and LARPing 12:05 - Adulting on disability income 22:01...
08.22.2023
Resilience & Self-Advocacy in Health, Music, and Culinary Arts: Dione Bullard
Monica Michelle is joined by musician, chef, and activist Dione Bullard. Dione lives with End Stage Renal Disease. In this episode, Monica and Dione discuss: End Stage Renal DiseaseSelf Advocacy as a PatientDion’s Music & Cooking TIMESTAMPS06:17 - Dion’s diagnosis 14:44 - Music...
08.07.2023
Chronic Pain, Opioid Hysteria, and Tech Tools for Advocacy: Kim Luke
Monica Michelle is joined by activist Kim Luke. Kim lives with multilevel spondylosis, POTS, and fibromyalgia. In this episode, Monica and Kim discuss: Kim’s storyPain clinic negligenceDisability tech & advocacy TIMESTAMPS00:51 - How Kim started 10:54 - Kim’s work 16:03 - Pain clinic negligence...
07.17.2023
Fighting for Disability in Law, in the Entertainment Industry, and in a Pandemic Society: Julia Irzyk
Monica Michelle is joined by lawyer, author, comedian, and activist Julia Irzyk. Julia lives with Lupus, Osteoarthritis, Degenerative Disk Disease, and Fibromyalgia. In this episode, Monica and Julia discuss: The state of COVID-19 in 2023Julia's new book, "Disabilities and the Law, 4th Edition"The...
07.03.2023
Charcot Marie Tooth Disease, Scoliosis, and Accessible Tech: Lisa Weiner
Monica Michelle is joined by activist Lisa Weiner. Lisa lives with Charcot Marie Tooth Disease and Scoliosis. In this episode, Monica and Lisa discuss: Growing up with CMT and ScoliosisDealing with bracesLiving and moving around San Francisco with a chronic illnessFinding community resourcesDiscovering...
06.20.2023
EDS Author of Floppy - Tales of a Genetic Freak of Nature at the End of the World: Alyssa Graybeal
Monica Michelle is joined by award-winning author Alyssa Graybeal. Alyssa lives with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. In this episode, Monica and Alyssa discuss: Alyssa’s new bookMonica and Alyssa discuss being a sick kid with creativityPacing your work in a hustle-driven cultureEmergency rooms & technologyThe benefits...
05.15.2023
Disabled Dungeons and Dragons NPC Cards & Miniatures: Dale Critchley
Monica Michelle is joined by Dale Critchley. They discuss his revolutionary Kickstarter campaign in making disabled D&D; NPC Cards and Miniatures. Dale is hard of hearing and has ADHD. Limitless Champions Kickstarter Campaign TIMESTAMPS1:35 - Dale’s Story Behind the Project 11:40 - Developing...
05.01.2023
Death with Dignity, the Right to Die: Kathryn Trueblood
Monica Michelle is joined by Kathryn Trueblood. Kathryn lives with Crohn’s disease and Graves disease. In this episode, Monica and Kathryn discuss: John Abraham’s when we decide how someone else should die we are playing godCompassion and ChoicesCovid end of...
04.17.2023
Why Robots Are Our Friends and Navigating the Work World with Visual Impairments, Panhypopituitarism, and Optic Nerve Hypoplasia: Sunshine Ammerman
Monica Michelle is joined by artist and activist, Sunshine Ammerman. Sunny lives with Septo-optic dysplasia, panhypopituitarism, Optic Nerve Hypoplasia, and is missing a membrane in the brain called the "septum pellucidum". In this episode, Monica and Sunny discuss: National Organization for Rare...
04.03.2023
M.S., Mental Health, the Fitness Industry: Marnie Bothmer
Monica Michelle is joined by fitness coach, Marnie Bothmer. Marnie lives with multiple sclerosis (MS). Marnie's linksMarie’s WebsiteMarnie’s Instagram In this episode, Monica and Marnie discuss:Being a Fitness Coach with a Chronic IllnessMarnie’s Diagnosis StoryMedical BillsTrusting your own JudgementADHDGrowing Up Religious ...
03.20.2023
Ethical Eating and Motherhood While Managing Chronic Pain: Allison Samon
Monica Michelle is joined by health coach and nutritionist, Allison Samon. Allison lives with unexplained chronic knee, back, and butt pain. Allison's linksInstagramFacebookAllison’s Website In this episode, Monica and Allison discuss:Pregnancy and MotherhoodEthical Eating + SustainabilitySuburban FarmingUniversal Design TIMESTAMPS1:02 - Allison’s...
03.06.2023
Navigating Creativity with MCAD, Interstitial Cystitis, and Fibromyalgia: Sarah Bigham
*This episode was recorded back in 2020 Monica Michelle is joined by artist and author, Sarah Bigham, who began writing about her experiences and painting, using dissolved medications and supplements as watercolors. Her creative endeavors are a distraction from the pain...
02.20.2023
Accessible Travel and Disability Blogging: Carrie-Ann Lightley
*This episode was recorded back in 2020 Monica Michelle is joined by Carrie-Ann, who runs an accessible travel blog sharing accessibility reviews, disability travel guides and wheelchair travel tips. Carrie-Ann lives with:Cerebral Palsy Carrie-Ann's linksCarrie-Ann’s WebsiteTwitter In this episode, Monica and Carrie-Ann...
02.07.2023
Living your Authentic Self with Chronic Illness: Michelle Irving
Monica Michelle is joined by Michelle Irving, a mentor for women around the world teaching them how to create a life filled with love, meaningful work and deep personal power. Michelle lives with:Autoimmune Hepatitis (AIH)Migraine Associated Vertigo (MAV) In this episode,...
01.23.2023
The Lived Experience of Racism & Advocacy From an Incidental Activist: Tinu Abayomi-Paul
Monica Michelle is joined by disability activist and founder of Everywhere Accessible, Tinu Abayomi-Paul, creator of the popular hashtag #EverywhereAccessible. She is a survivor of Cancer and Chronic Pain, and she is a black woman. *This episode was recorded...
01.09.2023
Navigating the Medical World as a Woman Living with a Mysterious Illness: Sarah Ramey
Monica Michelle is joined by author of The Lady’s Handbook For Her Mysterious Illness, Sarah Ramey. Sarah Ramey lives with:Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS)VulvodyniaMast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) *This episode was...
12.19.2022
Sex, Self-Esteem, and Body Awareness
Monica Michelle is joined by Dr. Phillips, award-winning psychotherapist and sex therapist. Dr. Phillips offers a safe, empathetic, and warm environment to help clients achieve their goals. Dr. Phillips has experience in treating LGBTQIA populations, depression, sexual challenges, anxiety...
11.07.2022
Car Shopping with a Wheelchair: Host, Monica Michelle
Note: This is my opinion only. I have Ehlers-Danlos, POTS, MCAD, and Fibromyalgia. If you just want a quick answer: Subaru Outback 2023 Hi everyone! Welcome to the new series: Disabled Tech Reviews The list of “special” and “luxury” items are not so...
08.12.2022
Social Security Disability Revealed: Why it’s so hard to access benefits & what you can do with Author Spencer Bishins
Interview With Social Security Disability Why It Is So Hard to Access Benefits with Author, Spencer Bishins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07.02.2022
Spina Bifida: Reading & Empathy, The ADA, Airlines and Wheelchairs
Noah: Spina Bifida*Scifi Fantasy & Escape* Reading & Empathy* New House ADA* Airlines & Wheelchairs Noah and I chat about some of my favorite topics from airlines and wheelchairs* Dr Who and other sci fi shows and how they handle disability*...
06.11.2022
A Conversation With Cosmo: Autism, Porphyria, Long Haul Covid, Media & Disability, & More
A FEW THINGS WE TALK ABOUT IN THE EPISODECONTENT WARNING: WE DISCUSS RIGHT TO DIE ON THIS EPISODE. IF YOU ARE ANYONE YOU KNOW NEED HELP PLEASE REACH OUT TO THE CALL THE NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE1-800-273-8255ORTEXT GO TO 741741...
05.23.2022
VATER Syndrome, Singing Through It, Performance Art, & Disability in the Media
Invisible Not Broken is back with singer songwriter Laura Mustard! We talk art, writing, and music with chronic illness and disability Cute Dogs Artists Supporting Artists Disability in the media Why starving artist is a privilege issue Rereading old journals...
06.02.2021
Roundtable - Setbacks and Chronic Illness with Jason and Monica
Monica (Explicitly Sick), Jason (Discomfort Zone) Jason from Discomfort Zone and Monica Michelle from Explicitly Sick have an open chat about what it is like to have a setback on your chronic illness protocol. Monica Michelle who has Ehlers...
04.01.2021
Roundtable - Ableism (Part 1) with Monica, Eva and Jason
Ableism comes in all shapes and sizes AND we experience it both internally and externally. Monica (Explicitly Sick), Eva (Humancare), and Jason (Discomfort Zone) talk about how they have experienced and dealt with ableism personally as well as give...
02.25.2021
Roundtable: Weathering the Storm with Monica and Jason
Chronic illness is a marathon and not a sprint! Monica (Explicitly Sick) and Jason (Discomfort Zone) talk about how they cope with chronic illness and other life bullshit:Finding the people that won't tell you you're crazyPets that both comfort and...
02.15.2021
Announcement from HumanCare: Call for stories!
Hello Humancare community. I have a very special announcement. I am finally launching a new collaborative segment of the podcast, a project I've been dreaming of putting out there for years now, and it requires your participation to come to...
01.30.2021
Roundtable – 2020 in Review (WTF): with Monica, Eva, Jason and Dr. Lee
2020 IN REVIEW (WTF) Eva (HUMANCARE), Monica (EXPLICITLY SICK), Jason (DISCOMFORT ZONE) and Dr. Lee (SEX & CHRONIC ILLNESS) digest the good, the bad and the super f*ing ugly, upsetting "wtf" moments of 2020...but not without some positive flair! We also...
01.09.2021
Roundtable - Throwback to Ep 100! Managing from Mattress: Monica and Eva
THROWBACK TO OUR 100TH EPISODE: Managing from Mattress with Eva Minkoff and Monica Michelle. In this episode, we talk about our individual experiences & tips for managing our flares on our "bed bound" days. Since the two of us have varying...
12.18.2020
Roundtable - Spoonie Gifting: Monica, Eva and Jason
Another sort of Holiday Special roundtable on gifting for people with chronic illness & disability! JOIN INB NETWORK HOSTS MONICA (EXPLICITLY SICK), EVA (HUMANCARE) & JASON (DISCOMFORT ZONE) FOR A FUN DISCUSSION ON OUR PERSONAL GIFTING IDEAS. “A little effort goes a...
11.26.2020
Roundtable - Holiday Survival Tips (Holding Nothing Back!)
Join Monica, Eva and Dr. Lee for an untamed discussion on politics, human rights, family dynamics and, oh yeah, some holiday stuff thrown in there :p "Take it or leave it - I have an opinion" (all of us in...
11.20.2020
(Sex & Chronic Illness Podcast): Introducing Dr. Lee Philips!
EPISODE 1: MEET DR. LEE PHILLIPS! Dr. Phillips introduces himself to the listeners and shares his personal battle with Lyme disease and how he became an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. He shares with the listeners the purpose of his podcast,...
10.30.2020
Trailer for Discomfort Zone - The Night of the Speech
A sneak peek from Episode 10 of Discomfort Zone You can subscribe to Discomfort Zone on your favorite podcast player, including:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts Episode Description: I was too sick to attend my sister's wedding, so she wasn't expecting me to deliver...
10.29.2020
Roundtable Episode - Meet the Hosts
We've got an INB Roundtable! Dr. Lee was a minor league mascot, Monica played fetch with coyotes, and Jason blew his chance at hand modeling. Two are true, one is a lie! Get to know the hosts through a fun icebreaker...
10.28.2020
Trailer for Humancare - You Don't Know What You Don't Know: Tami Stackelhouse
A sneak peak of this week's episode of Humancare Podcast You can subscribe to Humancare on your favorite podcast player, including:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts Episode Description Eva was joined this week by Tami Stackelhouse, a Fibromyalgia Coach, fellow podcast host & Author....
10.09.2020
Roundtable Episode - COVID-19 Stories
We've got an INB Roundtable! Monica and Eva are joined by the two new hosts on the network: Jason, host of Discomfort Zone and Dr. Lee, host of Sex and Chronic Illness. The four of us chat about: Our go-to coping...
09.25.2020
WE'RE BACK WITH A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!
BIG Official Announcement We're now a Podcast Network! That means we now have 4 separate podcasts as part of our Invisible Not Broken Family: Explicitly Sick - hosted by Monica Michelle Humancare -...

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Invisible Not Broken - Chronic Illness Podcast Network episodes:

Disability Access in the Education System and How to Support Disabled Folks’ Needs with Nick Clemmons

Vulnerability, Resiliency, and Advocacy with Tim Reitsma

Tech and Disability: What VR Offers the Disabled Community with Sunny Ammerman

Reporting on Chronic Illness and Disability with Journalist Julia Metraux

Author of “Pain: The Ultimate Mentor,” Physiotherapist Kevin Hunt

Author of “Through the Pain: The Silent Suffering & Triumph of a Personal Trainer”: John K. Frazier

The Creative Process, Self Worth, and Dating with Disability: Laura Mustard

Author of “The Girlfriend’s Guide to Lupus”: Amanda Chay

Author of “Compass Points the Way”: Alexis Kline

Author of “From the Sidelines to the Finish Line”: Emily Falcon

A 26-Year Search for the Right Diagnosis: Micaela Hoo

Patience, Productivity, and the “Push Through Pain” Mindset: Rita White

Navigating Work, Relationships, and Parenting with Epilepsy: Sara Staggs

Talking TV, Reading, Happiness, and Parenting: Dione Bullard

Adulting on Disability Income, Reflecting on Privilege and Prejudice: Cosmo

Resilience & Self-Advocacy in Health, Music, and Culinary Arts: Dione Bullard

Chronic Pain, Opioid Hysteria, and Tech Tools for Advocacy: Kim Luke

Fighting for Disability in Law, in the Entertainment Industry, and in a Pandemic Society: Julia Irzyk

Charcot Marie Tooth Disease, Scoliosis, and Accessible Tech: Lisa Weiner

EDS Author of Floppy - Tales of a Genetic Freak of Nature at the End of the World: Alyssa Graybeal

Disabled Dungeons and Dragons NPC Cards & Miniatures: Dale Critchley

Death with Dignity, the Right to Die: Kathryn Trueblood

Why Robots Are Our Friends and Navigating the Work World with Visual Impairments, Panhypopituitarism, and Optic Nerve Hypoplasia: Sunshine Ammerman

M.S., Mental Health, the Fitness Industry: Marnie Bothmer

Ethical Eating and Motherhood While Managing Chronic Pain: Allison Samon

Navigating Creativity with MCAD, Interstitial Cystitis, and Fibromyalgia: Sarah Bigham

Accessible Travel and Disability Blogging: Carrie-Ann Lightley

Living your Authentic Self with Chronic Illness: Michelle Irving

The Lived Experience of Racism & Advocacy From an Incidental Activist: Tinu Abayomi-Paul

Navigating the Medical World as a Woman Living with a Mysterious Illness: Sarah Ramey

Sex, Self-Esteem, and Body Awareness

Car Shopping with a Wheelchair: Host, Monica Michelle

Social Security Disability Revealed: Why it’s so hard to access benefits & what you can do with Author Spencer Bishins

Spina Bifida: Reading & Empathy, The ADA, Airlines and Wheelchairs

A Conversation With Cosmo: Autism, Porphyria, Long Haul Covid, Media & Disability, & More

VATER Syndrome, Singing Through It, Performance Art, & Disability in the Media

Roundtable - Setbacks and Chronic Illness with Jason and Monica

Roundtable - Ableism (Part 1) with Monica, Eva and Jason

Roundtable: Weathering the Storm with Monica and Jason

Announcement from HumanCare: Call for stories!

Roundtable – 2020 in Review (WTF): with Monica, Eva, Jason and Dr. Lee

Roundtable - Throwback to Ep 100! Managing from Mattress: Monica and Eva

Roundtable - Spoonie Gifting: Monica, Eva and Jason

Roundtable - Holiday Survival Tips (Holding Nothing Back!)

(Sex & Chronic Illness Podcast): Introducing Dr. Lee Philips!

Trailer for Discomfort Zone - The Night of the Speech

Roundtable Episode - Meet the Hosts

Trailer for Humancare - You Don't Know What You Don't Know: Tami Stackelhouse

Roundtable Episode - COVID-19 Stories

WE'RE BACK WITH A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!

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