Very Nearly Almost

Very Nearly Almost

By Lindsey SullivanEducationSelf-Improvement
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Very Nearly Almost episodes

  • Lindsey Gets Vulnerable about Dating with Alopecia

    Lindsey marks her tenth episode of Very Nearly Almost with reading an essay she wrote a few years ago about dating with alopecia. 

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    14 min
  • Lily Hakim on Rewriting Her Story & Moving Mountains at Pfizer

    Lindsey sits down with Lily Hakim to talk about her early alopecia diagnosis, the restricted diet she grew up with as a result and even being mistaken as a boy by a teacher growing up. Lily is now the Director of Executive Operations at Pfizer. She shares about struggling with autonomy as a young alopecia patient who could not make an informed decision about her healthcare (with an already limited field of treatment options) and why it means so much to play a role in getting others the care they need today. Plus, the turning point where she decided to take charge of her own identity.

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    55 min
  • Darlenys Rosa on Positive Self-Talk, Embracing Her Baldness & Upcoming Motherhood

    In this week's episode, Lindsey sits down with Darlenys Rosa. She graced the pages of Allure this past September to share her story and her shine for Alopecia Awareness month. Darlenys speaks in-depth with Lindsey about the bullying they both experienced growing up and how far she has come in embracing her baldness and speaking to herself move positively. Plus, she discusses meeting her husband and getting ready to welcome their first child.

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    1 hr 1 min
  • Lindsey Interviews Her Parents About Raising a Daughter with Alopecia

    Alopecia isn't just hard for those facing it; it can also be hard to navigate for those in their support systems. In this week's episode, Lindsey sits down with her mom and dad for a conversation about becoming first-time parents to a daughter with alopecia areata and supporting her to become the strong, beautiful, podcast-hosting, pug-enthusiast woman she is today. In addition, Lindsey's father, who also has alopecia areata, speaks candidly about his own experience with the condition. The couple also offers insight to other parents who may be struggling to support their own child with alopecia. 

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    46 min
  • The Friendship Episode with Katherine Sarci-Tucker

    Lindsey loves when people ask her how she met her friend Katherine Sarci-Tucker. In this episode, Lindsey and Katherine discuss how their very different alopecia journeys brought them together. Katherine opens up about how alopecia's unwelcome return to her life brought her closer to her support systems, choosing to pursue treatment and how far she's come in terms of self-acceptance. Plus, Lindsey and Katherine officially dub Schitt's Creek icon Moira Rose THE wig queen.

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    33 min
  • Nicole Arzoomanian on Community, Her Superwoman Wig & Slaying Halloween

    The latest interview episode starts not with a question, but with a story. For years, Nicole Arzoomanian and Lindsey Sullivan thought the friendship circles they ran in were the only thing they had in common. In this sit-down, the ladies talk about their respective alopecia journeys. Plus, Arzoomanian shares where she purchased her superwoman wig and tips for selecting yours.

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    53 min
  • Dominique Claire: "No One Looks Like the Instagram Filters Want Us To."

    Dominique Claire is a coach, blogger, dancer and so much more. In this week's episode, she opens up to Lindsey about being called an "alien" as a kid, growing up with an identical twin who doesn't have alopecia areata, her relationship with her husband and the baby they have on the way. They also talk about the differences between living with alopecia areata in Australia versus New York City, the insanity of the beauty industry and how hair loss brings a certain type of grief for those experiencing it. Both Lindsey and Dominique opened up about how the loss of loved ones in their lives inspired them to put their moments of self-acceptance and self-confidence into action for the benefit of others.

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    56 min
  • Supriya Surender: "I Was Nowhere Near the Place I'm in Right Now"

    Supriya Surender a.k.a. Baldie Boo joins Lindsey to talk about her journey from suddenly losing her hair at age 32 to completely dreading her 35th birthday to becoming a beacon of light and positivity for the alopecia community.  Supriya discusses the treatments she initially tried, why she decided to stop treating her alopecia, opening up to her boyfriend about her hair loss, starting Baldie Boo and more.

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    31 min
  • Dr. Kristen Lo Sicco: "It's Not Just a Cosmetic Thing"

    Hair loss doctor Kristen Lo Sicco joins Lindsey for Very Nearly Almost's very first interview episode. In this one, hair loss gets broken down to basics. But there's nothing basic about this interview. This is an amazing episode for those newly diagnosed with alopecia, those who may want to know about the latest treatments available, where to go for info on participating in clinical trials and for those who may be supporting someone with alopecia areata and want to know more. Kristen and Lindsey talk about everything from what is going on in the body when alopecia areata happens to all of the current treatments available and what inspired someone with THE MOST gorgeous hair to dedicate her life to advocating for those with hair loss.

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    30 min
  • Very Nearly Almost - The Premiere

    Lindsey Sullivan very nearly almost has a full head of hair. Or she's very nearly almost bald. It all depends on how you look at it. The New York-based writer, content producer and National Alopecia Areata Foundation support group leader shares her story about being diagnosed with alopecia areata at age two. In this podcast, she chronicles her experience with alopecia, journeys towards self-love and encourages you to do the same.

    Follow Lindsey on Instagram at @verynearlyalmost and @lindssully. Visit lindseysullivan.net and vrynrlyalmost.com for more. 

    The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Very Nearly Almost.

    11 min

About Very Nearly Almost

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Having had alopecia areata since the age of two, Lindsey Sullivan is very nearly almost bald or very nearly almost has a full head of hair. It all depends on how you look at it. Everyone has that…