Official podcast of The Ostomy Guy. Silent Soldier Nation.
Hannah(31) - ileostomy in 2017. Hannah just wants to be herself. All of her health challenges are only making her stronger. How do you balance influencing and building ostomy awareness while avoiding the glorification of suffering? Why are you drawn to helping those who have struggled more than most? In this social media world, it's easy to forget there's more to each of us besides our illness. Why don't you show off your bag like so many? Join Hannah and me as we shoot the sh!$ about getting over our negative thoughts and back our best life with an ostomy.
@Paul_Wischmeyermd (50) Jejunostomy, (like an ileostomy, without the ileum). Paul has 30+ years of experience with his #ostomy. As an ICU Physician, he gets to advocate to many #ostomates at his hospital. A professor, @dukemedschool Question: Have your doctors been wrong? Have you done everything you were told and just ended up more sick and with more illnesses from the side effects? YOU are the CEO of your own health!! HYDRATION! HYDRATION! HYDRATION! Are you drinking @gatorade? Hear why Paul is a huge advocate for hydrating ostomates properly and Gatorade is his drink of choice.
Just had her ostomy 3 WEEKS AGO!! Did she feel prepared? How'd her first changes go? What's her biggest fear? Will she figure skate again? What has this process taught her about herself? Do you just all of a sudden get ok with poop? Hell no!! And so much more! Enjoy Jacquelin's charm and humor. This is definitely an hour worth listening to! @jayquelinz93 @courage_and_crohns #lifestyleostomyathletes @jayquelinz93
Pam Wall - Ileostomy since (1989) and you'd never know it. She's a soldier! Known to most for her sailing expertise, Pam has sailed all over the world with her ostomy, and getting supplies was never an issue. "I still don't believe it!" Pam's father was the first person in the US with an ostomy. She recalls him going out into the ocean and taking off the appliance, to let the saltwater soothe the skin. Wow! She has 2 sisters with an ostomy as well. That's what I call a built-in support group!! My top 2 takeaways from Pam..."Don't waste your time in a relationship, if your partner doesn't support you in this life. It's not worth it!" So true!! AND..."I get about 2 weeks of wear time from one appliance!" Wait, WHAT?!?! That's some wear time! Go Pam!! LISTEN, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, & SHARE!!
Ostomy noise!! My biggest insecurity from the start! Are ileostomies the same? "It's so loud, I hated leaving the house. Really, I'm sick and now I have this embarrassing orchestra following me everywhere." Garrett Taira and I compare and share about our ostomies and our crappy sounds. - #ostomy #theOG #crohns #crohnsandcolitis #ostomybomb #ostomylife #ostomyawareness #ostomybag #badassbaglife #crohnsdisease #theostomyguy #breakingthestigma #crohnswarrior #doublebagginit #chronicillness #crohnsandcolitisfoundation #baghalffull #beatingtheodds #theresgoodinthisworld #invisibleillness #crohnswarrior #ostomy #theOG #crohns #crohnsandcolitis #ostomybomb #ostomylife #ostomyawareness #ostomybag #badassbaglife #crohnsdisease #theostomyguy #breakingthestigma #crohnswarrior #doublebagginit #chronicillness #ostomyinspo #crohnsandcolitisfoundation #baghalffull #beatingtheodds #theresgoodinthisworld #invisibleillness #nocolonstillrollin #how.u.feeling #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mensmentalhealth #masterlistener #listentoyourbody
Justan(32)- Crohn's('91) and ileostomy('11), Is bringing Sexy Back to ostomates. He'll make a WOCN blush without even trying. On any "shitty" day, we need a pick me up... That's exactly what you'll get from Justan! SUBSCRIBE www.theostomyguy.com
Stephanie Bension(31) - Crohn's '04, Ileostomy '13 from a complete colectomy. Stephanie chooses every day to see goodness in her situation and everyone in her life. Learning the mechanics of her ostomy was just the beginning of her journey. We all feed off the love and energy of those around us. We need others to thrive!
Ryan Voorhis(39) - Crohn's('91) - Ileostomy('02), Chef and co-owner of Nude Dude Food, isn't letting his ostomy determine his life, he does. There's so much more to life, than sitting around and feeling sorry for yourself. We're sick whether we stay home or go, so why not go.
Trey Johnson(27) - Crohn's - Ileostomy in 2014 Trey is an all-around badass, who defines his own life. Rugby player and bouncer, fear isn't something Trey's familiar with. As a husband and father, Crohn's and an ostomy have been instrumental in his growth in humility and gentleness. Follow him @manofsteel0408
He has a rare condition called Chronic Intestinal Pseudo Obstruction that resulted in his ileostomy at 22. We're all just trying to live as normal of a life as possible. Garrett is no exception. He is a creative genius and as authentic as they come. His family has kept him grounded and his friends keep him sane. He'll crack you up! Follow him @garretttaira
Jack(26) - Ileostomy at 11 and 24 years old and a JPouch for 6 years in between. Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis in '98 when he was 5. When Jack looks back at his journey, he wishes he would have been open to having a stoma sooner rather than trying and taking every drug out there. Though he still has challenges, life is so much better w a stoma. #ostomy #theOG #crohns #crohnsandcolitis #ostomybomb #ostomylife #ostomyawareness #ostomybag #badassbaglife #crohnsdisease #theostomyguy #breakingthestigma #crohnswarrior #doublebagginit #chronicillness #crohnsandcolitisfoundation #baghalffull #beatingtheodds #theresgoodinthisworld
Amber Tresca(47) - Ulcerative Colitis '89 and a J-Pouch '99. Amber realized early that sharing her story helped others. She is the host of the ABOUT IBD podcast, a blogger, and a writer about all things IBD. At the end of the day, she's a mom and wife, battling like the rest of us.
Jeff Yohe (29) - Loop Ileostomy 2019 - Be Savage, Not Average, is Jeff's motto. He wakes up every day with a purpose. He completed the Spartan Race with his ostomy and spends every day teaching others to #besavagenotaverage @mstbfitness
Brittany (31) - Ulcerative Colitis - Healthy living and good nutrition are key to a happy life with auto-immune disorders. It's not easy and we don't always get it right but working with a partner could be the change you need.
Sarah Zielinski (30) Crohn's Sarah's story of brokenness and rebuilding, healing and victory, suffering, and sacrifice will have you excited to be alive. "Being dragged by a truck and being left for dead was the lowest of my low but damn do I shine bright now!"
Teacher and Evangelist, Chris Stewart, helps us talk through seeing our suffering through its proper lens. You don't have to like it, but you have to learn to deal with it.
Larry Dorame - Husband and father, has Gastroparesis and Ileostomy - palliative care just began - Just when you think you can't suffer anymore... more is dumped right in your lap. Larry and his wife Casey share their journey and how Faith and Family keep all the pieces together.
Carson (11 years old) Ileostomy, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome. Since Carson can remember, he's always been sick. Without his mom Hayley, his journey wouldn't have been quite as much fun. They've become "buds". Carson pushes the pedal to the metal and Mom is constantly pumping the breaks. Sound familiar? Get inspired by this young man's determination to let the whole world know about EDS and the Ostomy Life. Please subscribe to our youtube channel.
Chrissy (32): Crohn's ('05), ILESOSTOMY ('06) and Proctocolectomy ('15). - The emotional toll is much higher than the physical one for most of us. We're all just winging it. Faith and family are Chrissy's foundation and often in unexpected ways they show up along the way to guide us. Come! Listen how everyday, she attempts to wake up and keep going, whether she wants to or not. - https://youtu.be/NcDO92zNW-M - Instagram - @lifewithcrohns - #chronie #crohnswarrior #ileostomy #colonstomy #ostomy #ibd
Wife, Mother, Counselor, Founder, Exec. Dir., Author COVID19 teacher of 2, and oh yeah, she just won: Mrs. Oklahoma International 2020; Ashleigh talks about her busy life with IBD and the virtues that have grown her because of her health battle.
Emily has Crohn's and an Ostomy. She and her husband Alex talk about their journey together, navigating their relationship and their busy life in Brooklyn, NY. Chronic Illness can mess with our heads in relationships, Alex and Emily share how they manage and approach life together, one day at a time. Check out Emily on social media - @livingbeyondwellness Of course, you can find my book at - https://www.amazon.com/Ostomy-Guy-Story-Memoirs-Bagman-ebook/dp/B07YBQYXPZ
Dan Oblinger; author, veteran hostage negotiator and expert listener shares how listening to our bodies, family and friends and our doctors takes work to do well and effectively. Don't miss it. His books will prove relevant, effective and necessary. See link below - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=dan+oblinger&ref=is_s
The OG talks with ostomy and chronic illness advocates, speakers and comedians Joe and Danielle @doublebagginit. Come have a laugh and get to know two amazing people who are on the battlefield together and spreading awareness while they do it. Check Joe and Danielle at: Insta - @doublebagginit Facebook - @DoubleBagginit Check the OG's book at - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1687359911/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_1Rv3Db28PFJC6?fbclid=IwAR3iTRxQnzNXka3UnoqiWt6-gc5ubLWT0tCUBsdt28EITF7_5-S0Q54DicM #ostomy #theOG #crohns #crohnsandcolitis #ostomybomb #ostomylife #ostomyawareness #ostomybag #badassbaglife #crohnsdisease #theostomyguy #breakingthestigma #crohnswarrior #doublebagginit #chronicillness #crohnsandcolitisfoundation #baghalffull #beatingtheodds #theresgoodinthisworld #invisibleillness
Josh Silverman, with Good Day Kansas, also has Crohn's and did a podcast with the OG after their interview together. Josh, a TV journalist from New York, making his way in media, shares how he stays happy and healthy. Check my new book out on amazon - Memoirs of a Bagman Check Josh out here! Instagram - @joshmsilverman Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/josh.silverman.3 Twitter - @JoshMSilverman
Dr. Temple Grandin, a consultant on both livestock equipment handling design, animal welfare, and professor of animal science at Colorado State University, sits down with the OG to talk about how autism is just one piece of her amazing story.
Barbara @lily_ostomy has had Ulcerative Colitis since her childhood in the 70s. She was made to avoid everything, out of fear of contracting anything else. Ostomate since 2014. Ostomy and Chronic illness advocate. Instagram - lily_ostomy
Dr. Mark Heyman shares how important self-awareness and good habits are a good foundation for those living with chronic illness.
A drunk driver going 90+mph killed Jared's brand new wife and left him severely burned for head to toe. Jared sits down with Austin and tells how he's been firing back since.
Austin and NP Callea B. dive into the struggle we all have with acceptance of something we didn't want.
The Bag Lady Mama brings feminine power optimism and confidence to all those living with chronic illness and no bowels. She's gentle and fierce.
Jake Kenney, retired military, police chief, mma trainer all around stuf and friend woke up with an ostomy after a botched surgery 2 months ago. Get a load of this story!
Stephanie Clark shares her life story and how having Crohn's has affected it.
Pat Williams, Orlando Magic Co-Founder talks about his journey and the value of relationships in times of adversity.
Shootin the Sh$@ - Workin Out with Shelby Hillman (Crohn's)
Podcast #5 - Shelby Hillman: Crohn's Disease. Shelby is a 30 year old High School P.E. teacher and CrossFit Trainer. She will inspire you to be thankful for everything that makes you, you!
Cat Taylor, Meteorologist - has Lupus, the Great Imitator disease that has fooled many and the consequences are deadly. Cat shares with us about her battle and how she manages her life in the cutthroat world of TV.
Mark Potter: Depression: "I don't need help! I'm not going to the doctor and you can't make me!" Fighting the Silent Epidemic had to start somewhere...come with the Ostomy Guy to hear how depression creeped up on Coach Potter, rocked his world and how he came out on top. Mark Potter: Head High School and College basketball coach for 30 years in Kansas.
The Ostomy Guy catches up with Ben "The Dream Crusher" Powers. Ben was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens and took some time to share with us how he got there.
Carl can't help but be contagious. Every interaction will either MOTIVATE, CHALLENGE OR CHANGE you! I had the honor of receiving all three after sitting down to hear what makes him tick and what it's like living with his injury. The epitome of a Silent Soldier on the battlefield of life. Come get some!!
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