People Have No Idea

On this episode of People Have No Idea, I'm talking to my friend Christine Axt, about the loss of her infant son and infant loss. Christine lost her son 16 years ago around 30 weeks of pregnancy. Her son's name was Gavin. Christine shares her emotional story, her grief journey, where she finds support and how she continues to remember her son Gavin today. Thank you again to Christine for being on the show! Enjoy!

On this episode of People Have No Idea, I wanted to discuss the topic of race and it's origins. What is race? Where did it come from? Why are people grouped in such a way? Check out this educational episode!

On this episode of People Have No Idea I talk about my love of fitness and own personal fitness jounrey. As well as what has worked for me over the years!

A quick update on our IVF journey and how motherhood has been treating me!

A quick show update for 2021! More shows coming soon! Thanks for listening!

On this episode of People Have No Idea, I discuss what's been going on in the News and media these past few weeks. Some of my own thoughts about and feelings about this crazy time! We Are One.

On this episode of People Have No Idea I give some updates about this past year and offer some reflection questions for 2019 and now going into 2020! Take some time to reflect on your past year!

Join me for a special Halloween edition of People Have No Idea. On this episode I will be reading a very creepy story called, The Russian Sleep Experiment. Original author is unknown. Please enjoy and Happy Halloween!!   Word of caution: This episode is very creepy and the story is a little graphic at times. Be careful when listening around children or if you are sensitive to horror themes.

On this episode of People Have No Idea, I sit down and interview an old friend from back in my freelancing days. Her name is Fiona and she shares her story about her invisible disease called, AS or Ankylosing Spondylitis. Which is something I knew nothing about and I'm so glad Fiona was on my show to educate not only myself but others too! Thank you for listening and enjoy the show!

On this episode of People Have No Idea, I discuss my recent yoga teacher training experience. I'm now a 200 hour RYT! Listen as I talk about my training and everything it's taught me! Be sure to follow the show on Instagram under PHNI_PODCAST Also, be sure to follow my yoga page too: Downward Zen

On today's episode of People Have No Idea, I'm sitting down and interviewing the lovely Ashley Hamer. I met Ashley though our current yoga teacher training group and she has a very personal story to tell. Thanks again to Ashley for being on the show and sharing your story!   Small warning: This show contains sensitive topics and minor sexual details. Discretion is advised. Thanks again for listening and enjoy the show!

This episode of People Have No Idea is different than what I normally do here on this podcast. Todays show is not a show but rather a guided meditation. For my yoga teacher training we had to come up with a fifteen minute meditation to share with the class. I thought I would also share it with all of you. I came up with one welcoming Spring and letting go of Winters past! I hope you enjoy it. Even if meditation isn't something you practice I hope you can at least listen and find some stillness in your day!

On this episode of People Have No Idea, I talk about how yoga is for everyone. This show was inspired by a Summit I was trying to listen to about yoga and thought I would throw my two cents in! I also talk about my own yoga journey, how my teacher training is going and of course how yoga is for everyone! Be sure to follow the show on Instagram under PHNI_Podcast 

On this episode of People Have No Idea, I'm doing something a little different in honor of Valentines Day, a show about the top relationship lessons I've learned so far! Happy Valentines Day! Enjoy the show!

Todays show is inspired by an article I read recently about not judging others simply because they are considered different. And to not put so much focus on someones disability or limitations but rather see their abilities! This is a show close to my heart! Please enjoy!

Happy New Year and welcome back to the show! On this episode of People Have No Idea, I welcome in 2019 and give some updates about what I've been up to and what's to come in the new year! Enjoy the show!

Big updates are finally here!! A lot has been going on the past two and half months and I'm excited to share it with all of you!! On this episode of People Have No Idea; -Updates, updates and more updates!! -Baby girl is here!! So, join me as I update you on my(our) life these past few months! As always show notes and links to the topics I discuss are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info You can also follow the show on Instagram at PHNI PODCAST Thanks for listening!  

A quick update on my (our) pregnancy at 32 weeks! Can't believe it's 32 weeks already! Be sure to check out my blog for show notes and links to topics I (we) discuss at peoplehavenoidea.info And be sure to follow the show on Instagram at PHNI PODCAST

On this special episode of People Have No Idea, the podcast that discusses mental, physical and life challenges, I give a big shout out to my cousin Shannon and her son Jake! Jake recently had a surgical procedure done called, Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy or SDR. This show gives some information on what SDR is and how it can benefit and change Jake's future! A gofundme page has also been set up to raise money for Jake too! Be sure to check out gofundme.com and search for, "Let's Get Jake Running," for more information and to donate to this special cause! For show notes and links be sure to check out my blog, peoplehavenoideal.info and follow the show on Instagram under PHNI PODCAST. Thanks again for listening!!  

On todays show I'm on location at Zephyr Yoga studio in New Egypt, NJ! My first on location interview! Today I’ll be talking with one of the owners, Allison Pyle, she and her husband, Nick; both own and started the studio. On today's podcast we’re going to talk about: -Yoga (of course!) -Owning a studio -Doing yoga during pregnancy -Benefits of yoga before and after a child -What's a Doula? -What's hypnobirthing? And much more! As always show notes and links are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info And feel free to follow the show on Instagram, PHNI PODCAST Enjoy the show!

Happy New Year Everyone!! Welcome to the first podcast show of 2018 on People Have No Idea! The show that discusses mental, physical and life challenges. On todays episode we talking about FXTAS. -What is FXTAS exactly? -How does it relate to Fragile X? -What are the signs and symptoms? -Are there treatments available? -Is there a cure for FXTAS? And much more!! This show is dedicated to my grandfather, Charlie Ohmott, who recently passed away. As always show notes and links are located on my blog at; peoplehavenoidea.info You can also follow the show on Instagram: PHNI PODCAST Thanks again for listening and welcome to the second season of People Have No Idea!!  

People Have No Idea, the podcast that discusses mental, physical, and life challenges has been around one year!! In this final episode of 2017, I take the time to do a wrap of show and thank all my guests and listeners who have made People Have No Idea a great podcast! I also finish up the show with an update on our pregnancy and how everything is going so far! Happy New Year Everyone!! Have a blessed 2018!! Show notes and links are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info Follow the show on Instagram at: PHNI PODCAST More great shows coming in 2018!!  

On this episode of People Have No Idea, my husband Zach and I finally bring you an update on our IVF progress! On todays show we talk about; -A recap of my last IVF update. -Weighing our options. -Taking action! -And finally, the end results, good news? Or not so good news? Listen to find out! Show notes and links to the show are located on my blog at; peoplehavenoidea.info Follow the show on Instagram at PHNIPODCAST Questions? Email the show at; peoplehavenoidea@hotmail.com

On todays episode of People Have No Idea, I interview an old friend of mine, Jen Karp about her nine year old daughter Sophia. Sophia has Autism and is currently considered non-verbal but does have some limited vocabulary. Jen does an awesome interview explaining her journey so far and all the challenges she and her husband face. Coming up we talk about: -What is Autism? -What is it like raising a child with Autism? -What are some challenges they face raising Sophia? -What is something that would surprise others about Sophia? -Advice to parents who just found out their child has Autism. And much, much more!!   This is a great show filled with lots of great information and personal stories! Show notes and links to the topics we discuss are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info You can also follow the show on Instagram at: PHNI PODCAST    

More IVF News: The Latest Update! A quick update on our IVF status and where we are now in our journey. Plus I talk about what wine I'm drinking while doing this episode! Sometimes you need a little wine. Show notes and links to the topics I discuss are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info  

On today’s episode of People Have No Idea, I interview an old friend, the very lovey and always sweet, Ms. Holly Burnette! On this show Holly and I talk about her life living with Multiple Sclerosis or MS as it is more commonly known by. Or in Holly’s case the “MonSter” as she calls it! On this episode we talk about; -What is MS? -What are the symptoms? -What treatments is Holly currently doing control her MS? -How old was she when she first realized something was wrong? -How has MS affected her life? -How has having MS affected her friendships and romantic relationships? -What she does to stay positive? And much more! As always show notes and links to the topics we discuss are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info You can also follow the show on Instagram @ PHNI PODCASTEmail Me @ peoplehavenoidea@hotmail.com

In this new episode of People Have No Idea, I talk about Fragile X in families, how it's inherited and how it can possibly expand. I go into a lot more depth about the disease and provide a great deal of content. In this show I discuss: -What is Fragile X syndrome? -What causes Fragile X? -How many people are affected by this syndrome? -What are the signs and symptoms? -Is there a cure? -Are there treatment options? -What does the future look like for adults who have Fragile X? -What should you do if you find out someone in your family has Fragile X? -What is being done to develop treatments? -And last, where can I find even more information? Please enjoy the show! For more information on the topics I discuss you can check out my blog; peoplehavenoidea.info and follow the show on Instagram PHNI Podcast.

Welcome back to the show People Have No Idea! The podcast that discusses mental, physical and life challenges. On today's show my interview comes from Sabrina Newcomb. Sabrina unfortunately suffers from Lyme Disease. Most of us have heard of this disease and may even know someone who has it, however, we may not know much about it. I personally had heard of Lyme but wasn't fully educated about how bad this disease can be on a person. In this interview Sabrina does a great job speaking out about Lyme and making us all aware of it's effects and about the health community. Please enjoy this educational interview! Links and information to the topics we discuss are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info. Be sure to check it out! Also, be sure to follow the show on Instagram under, "PHNIPODCAST." Thank you!!

On today’s episode, Zach is joining me once again, and we are finally giving an update from the previous show about our embryo transfer day. The results are in folks!! On this show we discuss, answering the BIG question, are we pregnant or not?! Also after hearing the news what's the next step? Where do we go from here? So, sit back, relax and catch up with Michele and Zach on the results show!! As always links and notes to the topics we discuss are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info and you can follow the show on instagram under "PHNI Podcast." Be sure to check it out! Want to get in touch with me about the show? Questions? Comments? Want to be on the show and share your story? Please email me at, peoplehavenoidea@hotmail.com and I will get back to you! Thanks!!

On this episode of People Have No Idea, my husband Zach is back on with me and we talk about our embryo transfer day! This was a big week for us and next week is an even bigger one that could change our lives forever! Join us for this brief update on our transfer, where we stand now, playing the waiting game and Michele's over the top water drinking! As always links and further information on the topics we discuss are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info You can also follow the show on Instagram by searching for "PHNIPODCAST." Thanks again for listening guys!

This episode of People Have No Idea is for all you introverts out there! If you were like me and grew up pretty shy and quiet, struggled with anxiety and self confidence, then please stay tuned because this show is for you! On this episode I'll talk about; -Being a shy kid/teen. -Struggling with personal as well as social anxiety. -Having a hard time making friends -Low self confidence/ self esteem -Always worrying about something! -Fighting the need to always be perfect! -Breaking down myths about us introverts.  -And if I could go back, what I would tell my younger self now? As always show notes and links to the topics I discuss will be located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info Follow the show on Instagram at "PHNIPODCAST" Please also be sure to visit our gofundme page to make your kind donation to our great cause called "Fragile Acres." Also don't forget to leave a review about the show on iTunes! Your feed back helps the show and let's me know you're enjoying the content!  

Welcome to the 10th episode of People Have No Idea! The podcast that discusses mental, physical and life challenges. This episode is a listener request show! I was asked by a fellow listener to go into more depth about the IVF process. So on today's show I'll talk about; -More details about the IVF process. -A little IVF history and stats. -Where I am currently in my own journey. -And a a fun story about almost doing my trigger shot in the back seat of a car at the Philly Auto show! Don't forget to check out our cause on gofundme.com called "Fragile Acres." A great and worthy cause for a future group home. Simply search "Fragile Acres" to learn more and make your kind donation. -As always show notes and links to the topics I/we discuss are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info Please enjoy the next episode of People Have No Idea!  

On today's episode of People Have No Idea, an old friend of mines joins me to discuss his journey with Cystic Fibrosis, his name is Joe Persico and his story is pretty amazing! In this show we discuss; -What is Cystic Fibrosis or CF? -Joe gets new lungs! -Health insurance woes. -Living with CF. -That time Joe almost died! -Joe opens up about his sister and how he keeps her memory alive. And much more! This episode of People Have No Idea is dedicated to Joe's sister, Melissa Persico. Melissa passed away about 7 years ago at the young age of 24 after a long battle with CF. She is forever in our hearts! For more information about CF please visit, www.cff.org www.njsocf.org As always show notes and links will be on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info  

Hello again everyone and welcome to a quick and inspired episode of "People Have No Idea." The podcast that discusses mental, physical and life challenges. On this episode I was inspired by another podcast I was listening to earlier this week and wanted to record a show based off the topic they had discussed. The topic of women feeling jealous or resentful towards other women who are able to get pregnant without the need for IVF or other fertility methods. In this show I give a positive and inspirational talk. If you are going through IVF or other fertility methods I hope you find this show useful and it gives you something to think about. As always show notes and links are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info Along with the podcast that inspired this episode;  Matt and Dorees Eggcellent Adventure Thank you and please enjoy!  

On this episode of People Have No Idea, Zach and Michele Try to Make a Baby - Part 2, my husband Zach makes his podcast debut and helps give an update on our IVF journey. Today we talk about our journey, egg and embryo numbers, Michele's robust ovaries, playing the waiting game and much more! Our dog Ruby even chimes in at the end of the episode! Apparently she had something to add! As always links and show notes to the topics we discuss are located on my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info Be sure to also check out our gofundme page to make your kind donation to "Fragile Acres." A great and worthy cause! Please enjoy the next episode of People Have No Idea!

On this episode of People Have No Idea; I interview my cousin Shannon. She is a mother to three active boys! Two of which are twins! However, her twins were born premature at 30 weeks. This early arrival caused a myriad of health problems for these tiny infants. Forcing them to spend the first three months of their new lives in the NICU. Leading her one son Jake to develop Cerebral Palsy or CP. In this interview Shannon tells her story from the beginning and leads you through her emotional, crazy, hard, strong but hopeful rollercoaster ride!  Coming up we talk about: -The day the twins were born. -The first three months in the NICU. -Jake’s CP diagnoses. -Doctors, doctors and more doctors! -Great children’s hospitals. -How Jake is doing now and what the future looks like for him. -Plus much more! Notes and links to the topics we discussed through out this podcast will be posted on my blog, www.peoplehavenoidea.info And finally, don't forget to check out our gofundme page and donate to our cause "Fragile Acres." Just go to www.gofundme.com and search "Fragile Acres" to make your kind donation today! Thank you and please enjoy my interview with Shannon Kulesa!

On today’s episode I am super excited to be doing my first interview on the show! For my very first I wanted to take it back to where it all began and have my parents on! I thought it would be a great way to kick off my interview series! In this episode will discuss: -More about Fragile X and their personal experiences with raising two handicapped sons. -A few surprises they have recently learned. -What they feel the future looks like for their sons and much more! This interview was a bit emotional for all of us. Talking about my brothers, their Fragile X diagnoses, past and present hurdles and their futures; can defiantly cause some tears. In the end it was a great interview and I hope you all enjoy it! So without further delay I bring you my first interview with my parents, Paul and Shari Burke! For more information please check out my blog, peoplehavenoidea.info And remember to donate to our great cause Fragile Acres on gofundme.com Thank you!!

Hello everyone it's Michele Christiansen! Today I am here to promote a very special cause called Fragile Acres. Fragile Acres is project that's been a family dream for many years. The goal of Fragile Acres is to build a group home for special needs adults on a big plot of land. A group home that feels less like a group home and simply more like home. Please take a moment to listen to find out more details! Also please visit our go fund me page, search for "Fragile Acres" to make your kind donation today! A BIG thank you to all who have donated so far!! Let's make this dream a reality!! ~Michele C.

In this episode of People Have No Idea I wanted to talk about a personal journey that I am currently on. A journey many women have taken, are in the process of taking or they are considering it. It’s a big step that leads you down a path, a path that is uncertain but with a major end goal in mind. I am talking about IVF. Which stands for In Vitro fertilization. I’m sure many of you out there have heard of IVF, have gone through it yourself or may know someone who has done it. Or like me are in the process of going through it. I wanted to take the time in this episode to discuss my story so far since mine is a little more unique then most stories. However, I do hope I can educate, inspire and help those who are going through IVF or are thinking about it due to their circumstances. I want others to know that you’re not alone and although it can feel like a long emotional road, the end result of having a baby and becoming a parent/parents is the ultimate goal. No matter how you get there. Coming up I’ll discuss… -What is IVF? -My story. -Starting another cycle. -Currently on a cliffhanger! -And Things I wish I knew before I started Thank you and please enjoy this episode of People Have No Idea! ~Michele C.

Hi everyone!! I hope everyone had a great holiday and a happy new year! My Christmas was busy but fun and now I’m looking forward to a great 2017!! I’ve always loved the New Year because it’s filled with so much possibility. On New Years Eve I like to look back at the year and see how much has changed, how far I’ve come and look forward to what the next 365 days has in store! I hope all of you have a great 2017 and all your dreams come true!! I also hope you enjoy listening to my podcast and make it apart of your 2017. Please subscribe to the show and give it a review. You can also check out my blog site, Peoplehavenoidea.info for show notes and links. If you would like to email me with suggestions for the show or if you want to be considered for an interview you can email me at peoplehavenoidea@hotmail.com That’s my personal email for the show and I will personally get back to you! Thank you!! Now, in this episode I wanted to talk about what it was like growing up with two mentally handicapped brothers and what my experiences are even today. Plus FAQ people often have about fragile x and my siblings. ~Michele C.

Welcome to People Have No Idea! Hello everyone and welcome to the blog and PodCast show, “People Have No Idea.” I’m Michele Christiansen and I wanted to use this first post as an introduction to both my blog and Podcast. People Have No Idea is about mental, physical, and life challenges. The primary focus being on the genetic disease Fragile X, which affects me personally as well as my family. I will also be interviewing those who not only deal with Fragile X but other challenges as well. Challenges that are mental, physical and personal. I want those I speak with to tell me their stories. Stories that are educational, funny, sad and have a real human side. It’s important to shed light on these different issues so we can all better understand each other. I will be using Fragile X as a jumping off point for this blog/Podcast but plan on digging into many other topics that people may not understand. In my first intro episode of PHNI I will give summaries on the following: -Why the title People Have No Idea? -What is Fragile X? And finally, what’s coming up in Episode One? For more information on FragileX please visit their website: fragilex.org Here you can find lots of valuable information about FragileX. Please visit our sponsors too! platinumimprints.com And my personal illustration/art website: threecirclecreative.com You can also follow me on Instagram under: michele_illustrates Thank you and I hope you enjoy listening to People Have No Idea! ~Michele C.