Season 2 Episode 8

This week I’m talking neurologist visits, epilepsy medications, and the ongoing surgery aftermath that no one prepares you for. It’s a peek into the bureaucratic side of brain tumor recovery, the trial-and-error of meds, and the quiet reality of living with a disability that isn’t always visible.

If you’re navigating seizures, specialists, appointments, or the post-op rollercoaster yourself, you’re not alone. This episode offers the honest play-by-play — with the usual dark humor and refusal to sugarcoat — because real life after a brain tumor doesn’t fit the inspirational quote format.

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This week on The Meningioma Cast, I’m rolling into another round of “life with a brain tumor,” starring, my upcoming surgery, insurance roulette, paycheck panic, and the usual meningioma ranting... all with the knee scooter parked nearby, front wheels polished.

Yep, we’re talking brain tumor reality, but don’t worry...it’s not doom-and-gloom. This is me still living with a meningioma, laughing at it, side-eyeing insurance companies, and wondering why disability paperwork feels like a scavenger hunt created by drunk bureaucrats.

If you’re living with chronic illness, surgery prep, neurological issues, invisible disability, post-tumor brain fog, or you just like hanging out with someone who doesn’t sugarcoat it — this episode is your flavor.

Yeah, I have a meningioma. Yeah, it’s a pain in the ass.

No, it doesn’t get to own the whole story.

So grab your coffee, your knee scooter, or your sense of humor... whichever you can reach first.

Hit play and hang out while we talk survival, surgery days, insurance shenanigans, and how to keep your head straight when your head’s got its own agenda.

Welcome back to the Brain Tumor Tribe — we laugh, we cope, we swear, we survive.

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This week on The Meningioma Cast, I’m diving into my 6-month brain MRI update, the latest chaos with my neuropathic/Charcot foot, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with surviving a meningioma and trying to live a normal life afterward.

If you’re dealing with brain tumors, meningioma recovery, post-surgery anxiety, chronic pain, weird symptoms, or just trying to laugh through the stress of it all — this one’s for you.

I break down what the doctors found, how it feels to face another possible tumor recurrence, and why foot pain can make you question everything. Plus a little humor, because honestly… you kind of need it when your life turns into a medical trilogy.

Keywords: meningioma, brain tumor, MRI results, brain cancer survivor, chronic foot pain, Charcot foot neuropathy, neurological symptoms, tumor recurrence anxiety, brain surgery recovery, chronic pain journey, medical podcast, meningioma support, rare diseases, post-surgical healing, patient stories, brain health podcast.

When your MRI looks more like modern art than medicine, you know it’s Meningioma Madness. In this episode of The Meningioma Cast, David dives into the chaos of scans, symptoms, and the rollercoaster of recovery — all served with dark humor, honesty, and a few dad jokes from the brain that’s been rebooted.

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Keywords: meningioma, brain tumor, MRI, neurology, recovery, chronic pain, brain surgery, tumor survivor, mental health, resilience, dark humor, podcast for survivors, The Meningioma Cast, medical journey, brain scan, craniotomy recovery.

Season 2, Ep 4: “Touching Grass”

In this episode of The Meningioma Cast, your friend Dave gets real about Halloween, neuropathy, and the strange, funny, and sometimes frustrating reality of life after a meningioma diagnosis. From brain surgery scars to brain fog, he shares what it’s like to live with nerve pain, stay grounded through humor, and literally “touch artificial grass” when the world feels unsteady. Which is every day for him.

This episode blends brain tumor awareness, post-craniotomy recovery, and real-talk mental health with a dose of Gen X humor and Halloween vibes. Whether you’re a meningioma survivor, a caregiver, or just curious about how people rebuild life after surgery, this one’s for you.

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Welcome back to The Meningioma Cast — the podcast where brain tumors meet real talk, bad jokes, and a little late-night storytelling.

In this episode, Better Late Than Never, I’m catching up on what’s been happening behind the scenes — and yeah, this one almost didn’t make it out the door. Between life, recovery, and the chaos of getting a show done after a craniotomy, we’re talking about what I wish I’d done differently before and after brain surgery.

It’s raw, it’s honest, and it’s one of those “looking-back-to-move-forward” kind of talks. You’ll hear how recovery really works, what nobody tells you, and why timing — just like healing — never goes quite as planned.

And since Halloween’s creeping up, I’m closing things out with a few ghost stories and eerie moments that hit a little differently when you’ve already been through the weirdness of brain surgery.

If you’ve ever faced a medical curveball, or just love hearing how people rebuild life after one — this episode’s for you.

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In this week’s episode of The Meningioma Cast, host Dave Conner dives into the unexpected realities of life after a craniotomy, from balance issues and nerve pain to the everyday moments that make recovery both challenging and strangely hilarious.

But since it’s October, things take a spooky turn. Between talk of brain surgery symptoms and survival stories, Dave shares a few true ghost encounters and eerie moments that’ll send a chill down your spine — or maybe just make you laugh at how weird life can get post-surgery.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like recovering from a brain tumor, or if you just love a mix of medical honesty, dark humor, and ghost stories, this one’s for you.

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AND I've decided to wait on uploading the old Stone Zone Episode. It'll come. Maybe the 30th or on All Hallows Eve.?

Season 2 kicks off with a quick check-in! It’s been a wild ride lately --> between the big move, broken bones, teeth, and everything life keeps throwing my way, I wanted to hop on and give you all a quick update. This one’s short and sweet, just saying hi, sharing what’s been going on behind the scenes, and getting this new season rolling.

A deeper dive is coming soon in the next few episodes, but for now, let’s officially get Season 2 started. Thanks for sticking around Misfits— it’s good to be back.

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Episode 10 – Meningioma Misfits (Season Finale)

Welcome to the wild wrap-up of Season One of The Meningioma Cast! In this finale, we’re embracing the misfits, the weirdos, and the wonderfully brain-scarred rebels who’ve turned a diagnosis into a story worth telling.

I talk about my new haircut (yes, it’s related), how hypnosis has helped me manage post-surgery stress and chronic pain, and why I started creating brain tumor–focused audio resources. Plus, a little real talk about launching my Patreon and what comes next for the podcast and the community.

If you’ve ever felt like the “odd one out” in the MRI waiting room or found yourself Googling “why does my brain feel weird,” this one’s for you.

Thank you for listening, sharing, laughing, and crying with me this season. We made it to double digits — and we’re just getting started.

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Welcome to The Craniotomy Club — the club no one wants to join, but once you’re in… everything changes. In this episode, I talk about life after brain surgery — the weird, frustrating, sometimes beautiful world of post-craniotomy recovery. From phantom pains and memory glitches to unexpected humor and hard-won perspective, this is a raw, honest look at what it really means to survive a craniotomy.

Whether you’re a fellow brain tumor survivor, a caregiver, or just curious about what happens after someone hears “you have a brain tumor,” this episode is for you.

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