In this solo episode, Bri discusses the challenges of managing chronic health illness while facing periods of grief. She shares a recent personal experience, explains the unique challenges, and offers some tips and advice for anyone in a challenging period trying to prioritize their health. 

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In this episode, Bri interviews Rachel Bender, an advocate for invisible disabilities and arthritis awareness. Rachel shares her personal journey with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, her experiences navigating multiple chronic illnesses, and the impact of social media on her advocacy work. She discusses her visit to the White House, the importance of the Safe Step Act, and how community support plays a crucial role in managing chronic illness. Rachel emphasizes the significance of sharing personal stories and encourages others to get involved in advocacy efforts.

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In this episode, Bri and Beka are joined by returning guest Kara, who shares stories from her time at JA Camp and the JA Family Summit. They dive into the vital role of mental health support within the juvenile arthritis community and highlight the meaningful moments Kara experienced while working with kids. Kara also reflects on delivering a keynote speech and being honored with the Patty Rettig Award. The episode wraps up with heartfelt advice for families thinking about JA Camp and a reminder of the strength found in community support.

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In this episode Bri and Beka reflect on their childhood experiences with juvenile arthritis. In thia lighthearted Q&A about their pasts they highlight the significance of awareness for juvenile arthritis and the shared experiences of living with chronic conditions.

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In this episode, Bri and Beka discuss the significance of Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month. They share personal stories of life with JA and dive into important statistics regarding juvenile arthritis, including the number of affected children and the shortage of pediatric rheumatologists. T

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In this episode, Bri and Beka reconnect after a break. Excited to be back! 

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In this episode, Bri and Beka dive into the insensitive comments they've received from others, wild stories from our listeners, the importance of navigating conversations about chronic illness, and how to handle unsolicited advice. The conversation emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding, particularly for those living with invisible illnesses. 

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In this episode, Bri & Beka are joined by Teresa, who is a JA mom. Her son, Jack, was diagnosed with System Juvenile Arthritis at 19 months old. Teresa shares how she advocated for the best care and leaned on her community for support. 

Jack is the National Arthritis Foundation Youth Honoree for the Walk to Cure Arthritis this year. Follow along Jack's journey here. 

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Bri & Beka host another episode of their “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week are joined by guest, Claire, a fellow arthritis warrior. Claire shares her story of being diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis and how she has overcome. 

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In this anniversary episode, Brianna and Beka reflect on their four-year journey of hosting the podcast 'Those Girls with Arthritis.' They celebrate their growth, the community they've built, and share personal stories about their experiences with arthritis. The conversation highlights the importance of connection, advocacy, and the challenges of living with chronic illness, while also looking forward to future aspirations and continued engagement with their audience.

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