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Today’s episode is a really special one. I’m not alone this time—I’m joined by two amazing women who, like me, live with chronic pain. And together, we’re doing something a little different. 

We’re answering the hard questions. The awkward ones. The uncomfortable ones. The questions that people often want to ask about chronic pain—but don’t know how to. Some of them are taboo. Some of them are unintentionally hurtful. And some are the kind of questions we wish people would ask more often, with empathy and understanding. 

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This episode is based on a personal essay I wrote titled ‘Living Without Pain: My Love for Vampires and the Longing for Something Beyond.’ It’s an exploration of what it means to live with chronic pain, and how the stories we love—especially stories about vampires—can offer escape, comfort, and a kind of imaginative freedom. 

So if you’re someone who’s ever felt trapped in your own body, or if you’ve ever found meaning in the fantastical, I hope this speaks to you." 

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If you love film as much as I do, you’ve probably had this conversation before—someone shrugs off an emotional reaction, a debate about representation, or a discussion about deeper meanings by saying, ‘Relax, it’s just a movie.’ But here’s the thing: movies aren’t just movies. They shape culture, they influence how we see the world, and for some people—like me—they can be a lifeline. So today, we’re diving into why movies matter beyond entertainment and looking at films that have had real-world impact. Let’s get into it!"

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We’re getting personal. We’re talking about the movies that saved me—the ones that helped me through the toughest times, the ones that gave me an escape, the ones that comforted me when nothing else could. If you’ve ever had a movie or TV show feel like a lifeline, this episode is for you. So grab a cozy blanket, get comfortable, and let’s dive in.

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I am back after being gone for almost a year! But I am better than ever and ready to start the next season of my podcast. We have undergone a little rebrand, and I hope you guys still like to listen to my podcast! In this episode, I just explain why I have been gone for such a long time and why movies still matter today. 

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In this episode, I talk about what kind of effect chronic pain had on my faith, having hope, and asking the question why me? I will be reading an article I wrote about this as well. 

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In this episode, I am talking about the TV shows and movies I have been watching during the 5 months that I have been gone.  They are of course also recommendations because they are all so good!!

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I have been gone for 5 months. So, in this episode I will be talking about what I have been doing for the past 5 months! 

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In this episode, I will be with my first guest Emma Keeny and we will be talking about our experiences of preparing for studying abroad and also of course give you tips.

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In this episode, I am giving you an update on how I am doing at the moment. All the updates on my life and there is a lot of truth. 

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