Stacia Kalinoski has worn many hats—news reporter, marathon runner, author, filmmaker, and substitute teacher—but epilepsy changed the course of her life in ways she never expected. In this episode, Stacia gets real about the uphill battle that inspired her memoir Racing Uphill: the denial, the career shifts, and the moment she said yes to brain surgery. We talk about what friendship looks like when someone literally has to email your mom, why memory feels like treasure, and how creativity helped her piece together the story epilepsy tried to erase. Follow the podcast on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@WhatTheEFPodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whattheefpodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@what.the.ef.podcast?_t=ZT-8zkrEZvFXFl&_r=1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a> for extra clips and community convos! Shout out to community partners Epilepsy Foundation of America, Danny Did Foundation, and Epilepsy Alliance America AND our sponsors Neurelis and SK life science! We get to stay in the race because of y’all! <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Stacia Kalinoski has worn many hats—news reporter, marathon runner, author, filmmaker, and substitute teacher—but epilepsy changed the course of her life in ways she never expected. In this episode, Stacia gets real about the uphill battle that inspired her memoir Racing Uphill: the denial, the career shifts, and the moment she said yes to brain surgery. We talk about what friendship looks like when someone literally has to email your mom, why memory feels like treasure, and how creativity helped her piece together the story epilepsy tried to erase. Follow the podcast on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok for extra clips and community convos! Shout out to community partners Epilepsy Foundation of America, Danny Did Foundation, and Epilepsy Alliance America AND our sponsors Neurelis and SK life science! We get to stay in the race because of y’all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stacia Kalinoski has worn many hats—news reporter, marathon runner, author, filmmaker, and substitute teacher—but epilepsy changed the course of her life in ways she never expected. In this episode, Stacia gets real about the uphill battle that inspired her memoir Racing Uphill: the denial, the career shifts, and the moment she said yes to brain surgery. We talk about what friendship looks like when someone literally has to email your mom, why memory feels like treasure, and how creativity helped her piece together the story epilepsy tried to erase. Follow the podcast on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@WhatTheEFPodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">YouTube</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whattheefpodcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@what.the.ef.podcast?_t=ZT-8zkrEZvFXFl&amp;_r=1" rel="noopener noreferrer">TikTok</a>&nbsp;for extra clips and community convos! Shout out to community partners Epilepsy Foundation of America, Danny Did Foundation, and Epilepsy Alliance America AND our sponsors Neurelis and SK life science! We get to stay in the race because of y’all!&nbsp; Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

When Your Memory Ghosts You...And You Still Write a Memoir with Stacia Kalinoski

What the Ef?! is the podcast that says out loud what everyone else with epilepsy is thinking: WTF is happening right now?! Hosted by Landis Wiedner, this show unpacks the unfiltered, often hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking realities of life with epilepsy. Each week, Landis brings together neurologists, advocates, celebrities, caregivers, and everyday people to share raw stories, expert insights, and those “you-can’t-make-this-up” epilepsy moments no one talks about—but everyone should. It’s equal parts education, community, and comic relief. Whether you’re living with seizures, supporting someone who is, or just curious to learn more, this show creates an approachable, stigma-busting space where laughter and real talk fuel change. ⚡ Epilepsy • Seizures • Awareness • Advocacy • WTF moments ⚡ Special thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for sponsoring 2024 and supporting conversations that matter. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing shared here should be taken as medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Society & Culture

What the Ef?! is the podcast that says out loud what everyone else with epilepsy is thinking: WTF is happening right now?! Hosted by Landis Wiedner, this show unpacks the unfiltered, often hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking realities of life with epilepsy. Each week, Landis brings together neurologists, advocates, celebrities, caregivers, and everyday people to share raw stories, expert insights, and those “you-can’t-make-this-up” epilepsy moments no one talks about—but everyone should. It’s equal parts education, community, and comic relief. Whether you’re living with seizures, supporting someone who is, or just curious to learn more, this show creates an approachable, stigma-busting space where laughter and real talk fuel change. ⚡ Epilepsy • Seizures • Awareness • Advocacy • WTF moments ⚡ Special thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for sponsoring 2024 and supporting conversations that matter. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing shared here should be taken as medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What the Ef?! is the podcast that says out loud what everyone else with epilepsy is thinking: WTF is happening right now?! Hosted by Landis Wiedner, this show unpacks the unfiltered, often hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking realities of life with epilepsy. Each week, Landis brings together neurologists, advocates, celebrities, caregivers, and everyday people to share raw stories, expert insights, and those “you-can’t-make-this-up” epilepsy moments no one talks about—but everyone should. It’s equal parts education, community, and comic relief. Whether you’re living with seizures, supporting someone who is, or just curious to learn more, this show creates an approachable, stigma-busting space where laughter and real talk fuel change. ⚡ Epilepsy • Seizures • Awareness • Advocacy • WTF moments ⚡ Special thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for sponsoring 2024 and supporting conversations that matter. Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing shared here should be taken as medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Share When Your Memory Ghosts You...And You Still Write a Memoir with Stacia Kalinoski

Sign up to save your podcasts

When Your Memory Ghosts You...And You Still Write a Memoir with Stacia Kalinoski

When Your Memory Ghosts You...And You Still Write a Memoir with Stacia Kalinoski

More shows like What the Ef?!

This American Life

Criminal

Hidden Brain

Up First from NPR

Crime Junkie

Start Here

"Talk About It!" with Greg Grunberg

Seizing Life

You Are Not Broken

SmartLess

Epilepsy Sparks Insights

The Turning - Seasons 1, 2 & 3

The Mel Robbins Podcast

Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (sometimes)

The Unforgotten