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Hi! I'm Chad McGovern, your host for Day Zero. This podcast is your opportunity to come on a journey with me in reliving my childhood, and finding out what it's like to live with an incurable illness. We will explore my diagnosis, treatment, and post-tran


    • Sep 8, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 13 EPISODES


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    Post Transplant Pt3 - Complications

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2022 40:54


    This episode talks about all the complications and problems that a patient may encounter within their Post Transplant journey, as well as some ways to treat and deal with them as they arise. Listen in to learn and understand more on what Post Transplant patients endure before they reach that very exciting Day 100. Be sure to spread the show around to anyone you think may enjoy it, and help the show reach those people who love these stories. Follow the action here;Website - https://dayzero.buzzsprout.com/ Instagram (Day Zero) - https://www.instagram.com/dayzero_podcast/Instagram (Personal) - https://www.instagram.com/chadmc_23/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chadmc02

    Post Transplant Pt2 - Ronald McDonald House

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 39:14


    In this episode, we talk about the Ronald McDonald Charities and the amazing work they do around Australia, and the World for families with seriously ill children. Tune in to learn about Ronald McDonald, and learn a bit about the amazing stuff they do. In the second half of the episode, we begin exploring the memories I made during my stay there. Get ready for some giggles, smiles, and tears during this episode.Learn more about the Ronald McDonald Charities here:https://www.rmhc.org.au/Or support them here:https://www.rmhc.org.au/how-you-can-help?current=/node/6As always, to stay up to date follow along here:Linktree - https://linktr.ee/dayzero_podcastInstagram (Day Zero) - https://www.instagram.com/dayzero_podcast/Instagram (Personal) - https://www.instagram.com/chadmc_23/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chadmc02

    Post Transplant Pt1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 22:31


    In the 10th episode of Day Zero, we begin to explore the post-transplant treatment received. For this episode, we won't dive too deep into the medical treatment side of things, but have a general run down of my immediate memories from that time, in a raw episode where I talk and share this time. This will be the beginning of a short series as there is a lot to unpack during this part of my medical journey. Follow the action here;Listen Here - https://linktr.ee/dayzero_podcastInstagram (Personal) - https://www.instagram.com/chadmc_23/Instagram (Day Zero) - https://www.instagram.com/dayzero_podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chadmc02

    Day Zero - My Memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 31:57


    This episode is focusing on Day Zero, much like the last. However, in this episode, we will talk about my memories and how I remember the day going. The good, the bad, and the boring. This episode walks us through the day of events and goes into depth about how I felt during the Transplant. Follow along with the action here;https://linktr.ee/dayzero_podcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/chadmc02Instagram (Day Zero) - https://www.instagram.com/dayzero_podcast/Instagram (Personal) - https://www.instagram.com/chadmc_23/

    Day Zero - Medical Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 24:40


    In this episode, let's begin talking about that one big day, Day Zero. We will explore the very interesting medical information behind Stem Cell Bone Marrow Transplants and how they work so that once we move into my personal experiences of the day, everything being spoken about is understood and appreciated. This is the beginning of a major part of the journey!Follow the action, or get in touch here:Personal Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/chadmc_23/Day Zero Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dayzero_podcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chadmc02https://linktr.ee/dayzero_podcast

    Approaching Day Zero

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 32:51


    In this episode, we will talk through the first few weeks I spent in Hospital, and in isolation. We will explore my experiences with Chemo, what I was feeling, and look at a general overview of what this part of the journey was like for me. If anyone has any questions feel free to contact me through my social media accounts and ask away!Follow the action herehttps://linktr.ee/dayzero_podcast

    Moving to Sydney

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 29:07


    In this episode, we will talk about the move from my hometown to Sydney and what happened when I first arrived. Listen in to hear what the preparation days were like before I was admitted, and what those first few days in isolation were like. This is leading us into the big "Day Zero" episode. Follow the action herehttps://linktr.ee/dayzero_podcast

    What is Fanconi Anemia?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 33:21


    In this episode, we will talk about what Fanconi Anemia is, and what a FA diagnosis means for the patient. Tune in to learn about this very rare and life-threatening illness ahead of diving deep into my very own survival story. Follow the action here https://linktr.ee/dayzero_podcast


    In this episode, we speak about what my life looked like growing up. It nicely complements the first episode that was released in just building that picture of what I looked like growing up, and what my life looked like. This won't be the most exciting episode within the show, but I feel it will allow us to dig deeper, and allow the audience to connect a little more when we start to really get into my journey. Thank you so much to everyone who has been listening along, and reviewing the show. It really does mean a lot to me. Follow the action here - https://linktr.ee/dayzero_podcast

    A Mothers Touch - Pt2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 46:05


    This is part two of the interview with my mother. In this part of the interview, we dive deep into my treatment and time in the hospital and gain an understanding of what it was really like to be the mother of a very sick child in hospital. Listen in to hear about the strugglings she went through and the memories she has from this time. Be sure to leave follow, and feel free to rate the show on whatever platform you're listening, it really helps the show!Follow the action here -Instagram (Podcast) - https://www.instagram.com/dayzero_podcast/Instagram (Personal) - https://www.instagram.com/chadmc_23/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chadmc02/

    A Mothers Touch - Pt1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 43:07


    In part one of this heartwarming interview. I speak with my mother about what the journey was like for her. We begin right back at birth and talk about everything leading up to my hospital admission (which we dive into in part two).  Listening in to this episode will be sure to pull on your heartstrings.Be sure to leave follow, and feel free to rate the show on whatever platform you're listening, it really helps the show!Follow the action here - Instagram (Podcast) - https://www.instagram.com/dayzero_podcast/Instagram (Personal) - https://www.instagram.com/chadmc_23/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chadmc02/

    Who? What? Why?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2022 26:35


    Welcome to Day Zero's very first episode. Today you meet your host, Chad McGovern, and learn a little about who he is and what his life looks like. He will share with you his life and prepare you to immerse yourself into the world of a young boy who's undergoing a lifesaving treatment for a very rare illness. The story begins here...In the next episode, we will hear from Michelle McGovern, a special guest, and the mother of Chad. In a heartwarming interview, Chad will explore what it is like for the parent of a young child going through such a serious battle, and give listeners an interesting, and holistic insight into her transplant journey. Follow the action and provide some feedback here -Website - https://dayzero.buzzsprout.com/Instagram (Day Zero) - https://www.instagram.com/dayzero_podcast/ Instagram (Chad McGovern) - https://www.instagram.com/chadmc_23/Facebook (Chad McGovern) - https://www.facebook.com/chadmc02/

    Day Zero - Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 2:04


    This is your official Trailer for Day Zero. The Podcast where I, Chad McGovern, share my survival story in hopes of inspiring my listeners. Day Zero will be launched on July 1st, 2022. I can't wait to share my story with you all!  SocialsInstagram - dayzero_podcastInstagram (personal) - chadmc_23Facebook - Chad McGovern

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