In this episode, the KIWK team poses the question...Is fat the new sexy? 

The show explores why obesity is a major issue in America. Guest speaker, Tony Jones, a Professional Trainer & Healthcare Advocate, joins the team to discuss this topic and provide the audience with workable solutions.

Tony shares information on alternative ways to personally assess ideal weight, how to increase exercise with a busy schedule, what exercises can target problem areas and why it's not good to focus on just losing weight. He also gives quick and helpful clues on whether meals provide enough nutrition and what meal plan helps boost your metabolism.

A surprise bonus is a very special Word on the Street segment created by Dr. Mary Washington aka Rapper M.D.

In the opening episode of Season 3, Cindy and the KIWK team broaden the scope of the show.  The team will view the possibility of the repeal of Roe v Wade from a variety of viewpoints and opinions. Our goal is not to support either side of the debate on this topic. Instead, Episode 1 will explore questions and arguments on how this decision will affect the rights of all women and the rights of women of color specifically. Cindy and the team don’t hold back in their opinions. Tune in and enjoy the team as you’ve never seen them before.

Are you currently receiving dialysis treatment? This podcast is a MUST! You are invited to join us every week. Submit your questions and your stories to [email protected].

Visit us online: kickinitwithkidneys.com

This episode concludes a three-part series on family caregivers of dialysis patients. The audience will hear about the remarkable journey of Mrs. Denise Trahan, a mother caring for her thirty-year-old son who began receiving dialysis at the age of seven. Mrs. Trahan is an amazing caregiver that gives voice to universal issues experienced by many family members taking care of a loved one.

In their discussion, Cindy and the KIWK team highlight a few of the key topics featured in Mrs. Trahan’s interview such as, the need to prepare for healthcare costs not covered by traditional health insurance, Medicare or Medicaid benefits, how to find resources in the community to support family caregivers, and how faith, resilience, and positivity play major roles in helping caregivers be a good advocate for their loved ones and fulfill their own personal needs.

Are you currently receiving dialysis treatment? This podcast is a MUST! You are invited to join us every week. Submit your questions and your stories to [email protected].

Visit us online: kickinitwithkidneys.com

In the second of three episodes spotlighting caregivers of dialysis patients, Estella Ames, a 72-year-old woman taking care of her husband of fifty years, shares her story of faith, love, and determination.  Mrs. Ames is a devoted wife who feels she must advocate for her husband when she's told to give up hope.  The KIWK team continues their discussion on the types of resources available for family caregivers, the need for end-of-life discussions before a loved one pass away and the tremendous toll on health and well-being caregivers experience. The team also probes how important the role of faith is in helping caregivers sustain and motivate them to continue providing unpaid care.

Are you currently receiving dialysis treatment? This podcast is a MUST! You are invited to join us every week. Submit your questions and your stories to [email protected].

Visit us online: kickinitwithkidneys.com

This is the first in a series of three episodes that spotlight family caregivers of dialysis patients. By highlighting the experience of an actual caregiver KIWK achieves its goal of inclusivity and represents a spectrum of people affected by kidney disease.

In this episode, we hear from Joanna Fuentes who is a mother of three and taking care of her 90-year-old mother who began receiving dialysis treatments in 2019.  Joanna shares her heartwarming story of strength and sacrifice in providing hands-on care for her mother.  The KIWK panel discusses the resources needed for family caregivers, the challenges of intergenerational caregiving, and the importance of end-of-life decisions. 

Are you currently receiving dialysis treatment? This podcast is a MUST! You are invited to join us every week. Submit your questions and your stories to [email protected].

Visit us online: kickinitwithkidneys.com

In this episode of Kickin It With Kidneys, we are joined by Melissa Sworab, who shares her story of receiving a kidney transplant. After being diagnosed with end-stage renal disease, Melissa was faced with the prospect of dialysis or a kidney transplant.  After patiently waiting on the transplant list, she was finally given the gift of a new kidney.

Now, Melissa is thriving and wants to share her story with others in the hope of inspiring them to never give up. She talks about what it was like to go through the transplant process and how her life has changed since the surgery. Melissa also offers advice to those who are considering a kidney transplant and urges everyone to stay positive and have hope.

Thank you, Melissa, for sharing your story with us!

Mental Illness is a topic still steeped in stigma and secrecy in communities of color. This episode of KIWK is working to help break the silence of an issue that continues to have destructive and dysfunctional consequences in families and communities throughout generations. The guest, Don E. Miller is a professional counselor with over 20 years of experience providing individual, family, and group therapy. Don gives the audience truthful and hard-hitting facts with a voice of understanding and acceptance. He breaks down the barriers to getting help and diffuses a very difficult topic with a unique blend of humor and humanity. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental or emotional difficulties watch this episode and reach out because help is available,

This is a high-energy, fun, fact-filled episode of Kickin It With Kidneys. The guest, Tony Jones is a professional fitness expert and personal trainer. He’s the owner of Mo-City Fitness and has 24 years of experience helping many clients reach their fitness goals. 

Tony brings his special ability of motivation through straight talk, passion, and humor to the show.  He shares information on the difference between movement and exercise, how to find time to be physically active while juggling a busy schedule, how exercise can improve your sex life, and his opinion on the topic of obesity and body positivity.

Cindy and the KIWK team discuss a topic that has been acknowledged but not fully addressed. Salt Sensitivity is a worldwide problem; however, it affects communities of color specifically African Americans at a greater rate.

Joining the panel is Uletta Carter, a Registered Dietician/Licensed Dietician. She shares facts about the effects of salt toxicity on the average person as well as dialysis patients. In this episode, viewers will learn useful tips on how to reduce their salt intake, what are the best types of salt to purchase, sodium-free ways to prepare food, and how to stay socially active during the holidays and avoid the dangers of excessive dietary salt.