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The MS Gym Podcast
FALL-OSOPHY, My Trip through Life with MS - Our interview with author/MS advocate, Ardra Shephard

The MS Gym Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 75:42


In today's episode, Jodi and I get to check in with Ardra Shephard about the engaging complexities of her intriguing new book, aptly titled, Fall-osophy, My Trip through Life with MS. You may think you already know Ardra from her award-winning blog, Tripping on Air, her social media content, or her popular podcast, but, trust us, if you REALLY want to know her, you need to place this revealing page-turner of a memoir on your shopping list. Until then Jodi, Ardra and I are going to give you a glimpse of what you can expect.  EPISODE NOTES: Her personal journey on her blog and social media being only a fraction of what is captured in her book The book making Ardra more 3D Both newbies and veterans of MS will resonate with the content This book is about way more than just a woman with MS A movie in the making  Her goal with the book Deciding what's humiliating When her condition is finally given a label  The worst symptom of MS…fear or guilt Looking cool while using mobility aids Her first MS DMD Dr. Muppet. What was he thinking? Ardra's HSCT saga Relief when your MS symptoms become visible  When co-workers question the validity of your condition The “C” word. It's not what you think. Reminding ourselves of our value Being recognized for our contribution to relationships Disability decor Serenity is for quitters  On dating Passing muster with potential in-laws Instilling self worth in a loved one Raising the bar for other MS advocates The love story woven throughout the book  The unveiling of “The Banker” Inspiring others to write their story Giving the chronic illness community a voice LINKS: Video version of this interview on YouTube Ardra's new book - FALL-OSOPHY, My Trip through Life with MS Ardra on Instagram Ardra's Blog, Tripping on Air The Tripping on Air Podcast on YouTube The MS Gym  

The MSing Link
229. Living with MS: Ardra Shephard on Identity, Humor, and Redefining Normal

The MSing Link

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 43:43


In this episode of The MSing Link Podcast, I'm thrilled to reconnect with Ardra Shephard, a brilliant author, blogger, and advocate for those living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Join us as we dive into her journey from blogger to author and discuss her powerful new book, "Fallosophy: My Trip Through Life with MS," which offers a candid, humorous take on living with MS. Ardra opens up about maintaining identity amidst an MS diagnosis, harnessing humor in challenging times, and embracing the ever-changing "next normal." We also tackle practical strategies for adjusting to new symptoms and prioritizing self-care with MS. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that brings insight, community, and optimism to all of us navigating life with MS. About Ardra: Ardra Shephard is the Toronto based author of Fallosophy: My Trip Through Life With MS (Douglas & McIntyre). She is the creator and host of AMI-TV's groundbreaking makeover show Fashion Dis and the creator of Tripping on Air, an award winning blog and podcast about life with MS. *Headshot taken by Alkan Emin Connect with Ardra: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ms_trippingonair/ Tripping On Air Blog: https://trippingonair.com/ Adra's Book On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Fallosophy-My-Trip-through-Life/dp/1771624302 Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: hello@doctorgretchenhawley.com Website: www.MSingLink.com Social: ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

AMI Audiobook Review
Fallosophy by Ardra Shephard: Talking Through Living with MS - Wednesday April 9th, 2025

AMI Audiobook Review

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 28:31


Ardra Shephard, creator of the Tripping on Air blog and host of Fashion Dis, reflects on her freshly released memoir, Fallosophy. She reveals the truths behind writing about her experiences living with MS–the pressure, beauty, support, humours and vulnerable sides to her story. A self-advocacy expert, Ardra shares love to her editors, flips scary tones into funny, and brings us her unashamed realities of living with chronic illness. AMI Audiobook Review is broadcast on AMI-audio in Canada and publishes three new podcast episodes a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.Follow AMI Audiobook Review on YouTube & Instagram!We want your feedback!Be that comments, suggestions, hot-takes, audiobook recommendations or reviews of your own… hit us up! Our email address is: audiobookreview@ami.caAbout AMIAMI is a media company that entertains, informs and empowers Canadians with disabilities through three broadcast services — AMI-tv and AMI-audio in English and AMI-télé in French — and streaming platform AMI+. Our vision is to establish AMI as a leader in the offering of accessible content, providing a voice for Canadians with disabilities through authentic storytelling, representation and positive portrayal. To learn more visit AMI.ca and AMItele.ca.Find more great AMI Original Content on AMI+Learn more at AMI.caConnect with Accessible Media Inc. online:X /Twitter @AccessibleMediaInstagram @AccessibleMediaInc / @AMI-audioFacebook at @AccessibleMediaIncTikTok @AccessibleMediaInc

The Current
How an MS diagnosis made Ardra Shephard look at life differently

The Current

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 22:40


Ardra Shephard was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis at age 23, upending how she pictured her future. She's written about finding a new identity as a disability advocate in her memoir Fallosophy: My Trip Through Life with MS.

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MS Living Well: Key Info from Multiple Sclerosis Experts
Mind Over MS: Strategies for Staying Positive

MS Living Well: Key Info from Multiple Sclerosis Experts

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 38:31


Facing the first symptoms and a new multiple sclerosis diagnosis can be terrifying, leaving you with a flood of questions about your future. How do you navigate your career, relationships, and whether to start a family? The uncertainty can be overwhelming, but you don't have to go it alone. Support from loved ones and connections with others living with MS can help light the way. As MS progresses, the mental challenges often intensify. The battle to accept mobility aids—devices that many resist—can feel like a loss, but in reality, they can expand your world. In this episode, we dive deep into the mental strategies to better cope with MS. Two inspiring advocates living with MS describe embracing change, turning their struggles into stories of strength, adaptability and hope. Barry Singer MD, Director of The MS Center for Innovations in Care, interviews: Ardra Shephard, writer, podcaster and television host based in Toronto, Canada Tyler Campbell, professional inspirational speaker and former college football player from Austin, Texas

Kelly and Company
Full Episode - 1798

Kelly and Company

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 104:45


Tech Expert Michael Babcock says Open AI's newest Chat model, GPT 4 Omni, could bring faster responses and more info to the Be My Eyes mobile app. Ontario high school students will have new financial literacy requirements. Grant Hardy shares more on trending headlines. AMI Podcast Coordinator Ryan Delahanty shares highlights from recent episodes including a discussion on The Pulse about dramatizing blindness and simulating sighted behaviour as the only blind actor on set. Writer, Podcaster and TV personality Ardra Shephard joins us to talk about the My Krew Project, an inclusive community for Canadians living with MS. HumanWare's Odyssey is a compact and lightweight desktop reader that takes text of all kinds and reads it aloud. We hear more from Product Manager, Mathieu Paquette on our CNIB Smartlife feature. En-Vision America is a company that's making medication labels accessible to blind and partially sighted consumers. We'll learn more with Marketing Director, Jenna Reed and hear from Monica Johnson, a ScripTalk user.

Kelly and Company
We learn about the MyKrew Project

Kelly and Company

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2024 14:01


Tripping On Air, Instagram 

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Move It or Lose it - The Podcast
Episode 088 - Part Two - Ardra Shephard is Tripping on Air

Move It or Lose it - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 23:25


When the time came for Ardra Shephard to start using mobility aids, she was frustrated to note that there was no representation – in fashion or the media – of disabled people using their mobility aids, while looking GOOD. So she decided to change the narrative.Ardra is now a sought-after writer, consultant, and speaker, whose award-winning blog Tripping On Air has an international reach and reputation. She is also the creator and host of AMI-tv's lifestyle series Fashion Dis, which is a game-changer in the makeover space, challenging traditional norms that lack inclusion. In the final part of this two-part interview, Ardra talks about how she was diagnosed with MS in her 20s, the ways that the traditional "wait-and-see" narrative of diagnosis could be improved, and how people need to work towards ditching the guilt around the use of mobility aids.DISCLAIMERThe information in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.Links and resources:Visit Ardra at Tripping On AirListen to the Tripping On Air podcastFollow Ardra on InstagramWatch Fashion DisFind out more about the DMAT Fitness Training programIf you're interested in having Kathy speak at your event, learn more hereYou can find Kathy Chester at:msdisrupted@gmail.comdisruptfitnessgym@gmail.com moveitorloseit109@gmail.com Connect with @msdisrupted on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok Here are some additional products that help Kathy deal with beating the Heat and Migraines.  Take advantage of the coupon code.Koldtec - Cool Head WrapKOLD10To save $10 off every item in-store.2 items = $20 savings3 items = $30 savingshttps://www.koldtec.com/ Cold bean bag Releafpack. 15% discount use code Disrupt15https://www.releafpack.com 

Move It or Lose it - The Podcast
Episode 088 - Part One - Ardra Shephard is Tripping on Air

Move It or Lose it - The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 21:37


As we all know, MS can seem to be the gift that keeps on taking. And if there comes a time when you need to use a mobility aid, it can be a hard pill to swallow.When that time came for Ardra Shephard, she was frustrated to note that there was no representation – in fashion or the media – of disabled people using their mobility aids, while looking GOOD. So she decided to change the narrative.Ardra is now a sought-after writer, consultant, and speaker, whose award-winning blog Tripping On Air has an international reach and reputation. She is also the creator and host of AMI-tv's lifestyle series Fashion Dis, which is a game-changer in the makeover space, challenging traditional norms that lack inclusion. In the first of a two-part interview, Ardra talks about the second season of Fashion Dis, her podcast, and how the landscape of accessible fashion and design has exploded in recent years.DISCLAIMERThe information in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.Links and resources:Visit Ardra at Tripping On AirListen to the Tripping On Air podcastFollow Ardra on InstagramWatch Fashion DisFind out more about the DMAT Fitness Training programIf you're interested in having Kathy speak at your event, learn more hereYou can find Kathy Chester at:msdisrupted@gmail.comdisruptfitnessgym@gmail.com moveitorloseit109@gmail.com Connect with @msdisrupted on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok Here are some additional products that help Kathy deal with beating the Heat and Migraines.  Take advantage of the coupon code.Koldtec - Cool Head WrapKOLD10To save $10 off every item in-store.2 items = $20 savings3 items = $30 savingshttps://www.koldtec.com/ Cold bean bag Releafpack. 15% discount use code Disrupt15https://www.releafpack.com 

FUMS: Giving Multiple Sclerosis The Finger
FUMS 119 - National Lampoon's Chronically Ill Christmas with The MS Pod Squad

FUMS: Giving Multiple Sclerosis The Finger

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 49:09


Being a podcaster can be a lonely life. So what better way to begin the holiday celebrations than getting some of your favorite MSers together to talk about our plans for the season? Alongside my guests, we talk about some of the things that can play on our minds during this time of year, particularly when combined with having a chronic illness like MS. Dan & Jennifer Digmann talk about how to handle the stresses of maintaining relationships. Ardra Shephard is here to talk about staying fashionable and feeling good about yourself. Then Kathy Chester covers the different ways that you can maintain your fitness and movement schedule, while Alene Brennan talks about the essential stuff - food choices and cooking!Finally, we all share some of our favorite holiday recipes - link provided below.Topics covered in this episode include:Tools for handling challenging relationships at this time of yearHow to look our best when we're tired, cog-foggy, and stressed? And why should we care?How to find the time and motivation to keep moving and exercisingTips on how to enjoy holiday food without regret - and making yourself feel worseOur favorite holiday food memories and recipesFull show notes and resources at https://fumsnow.com/fums119/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kelly and Company
Full Episode - 1438

Kelly and Company

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 103:55


You can use Microsoft Word online to transcribe audio. Michael Babcock explains the benefit of this feature. The Indianapolis Colts have fired head coach Frank Reich after a 3-5-1 start to the season. We get the details with Brock Richardson of The Neutral Zone on our weekly Sports Update. Joining us to chat about the second season of AMI-tv's Fashion Dis, and to let us know how you can be casted, is Host of the show, Ardra Shephard. The Gladstone Theatre in Ottawa is back with a radio play for Remembrance Day, titled Voices from the Front, The Radio Show. Community Reporter Kim Kilpatrick has the details. On our CNIB SmartLife chat, we're joined by SmartLife coaches Mazen and Maria, to discover great, accessible gifts for the holidays. On Know Your Rights, Danielle McLaughlin discusses the federal Bill C-22, The proposed Canada Disability Benefit.

Kelly and Company
You could be cast for Season 2 of AMI-tv's Fashion Dis!

Kelly and Company

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 12:36


Joining us to chat about the second season of AMI-tv's Fashion Dis, and to let us know how you can be cast, is host Ardra Shephard.

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Live from Studio 5 on AMI-audio
Full Show - Episode 667

Live from Studio 5 on AMI-audio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 103:08


Today on NOW with Dave Brown, Ardra Shephard shares a casting opportunity for season two of AMI-tv's “Fashion Dis.” Dawn Dickinson previews Maclean's Magazine with an article about a Calgary parkade that is being redesigned with the future in mind. Blaine Deutscher explains how CFL fans in Regina can take in the 2022 Grey Cup festivities! Steven Scott of Double Tap discusses the growing popularity of social media platform, Mastodon. And, B.C. Parliamentary Secretary for Accessibility Dan Coulter describes a new tool for people with disabilities to give feedback on accessing provincial services. Sylvi Fekete describes #RewriteTheRules, a new campaign about the issues of ableism and barriers on the disability community. This is the November 3, 2022 episode.

Live from Studio 5 on AMI-audio
Season 2 of “Fashion Dis”

Live from Studio 5 on AMI-audio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 9:47


Ardra Shephard shares a casting opportunity for season two of AMI-tv's “Fashion Dis.”

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Kelly and Company
Full Episode - 1415

Kelly and Company

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 106:53


On our Tech Talk, Michael Babcock reviews announcements and updates made at last week's Amazon event. The Toronto Blue Jays officially clinched a playoff spot last week. Brock Richardson shares his thoughts. Ardra Shephard brings her blog Tripping On Air to the podcast airways where she spills the tea on what it's really like to live with MS. We learn all about the podcast with Ardra. Community Reporter Kim Hovey updates us on life in Dawson City, Yukon, including details on her new job, and her sons' upcoming trip to the Land of Plenty. On our CNIB SmartLife segment, we meet Leon Reznik, the CEO of Zyrlo LLC, an international company that designs and manufactures adaptive technology for the blind community. A shop teacher in Ontario who identifies as trans has been the topic of much media attention recently. Danielle McLaughlin discusses the controversy that arose over her physical appearance.

Kelly and Company
Tripping On Air becomes a podcast

Kelly and Company

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 13:02


Ardra Shephard brings her blog Tripping On Air to the podcast airways where she spills the tea on what it's really like to live with MS. We learn all about the podcast with Ardra.

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Let's Chat Healthcare
“Are Patients & Providers on the Same Team?” - Ardra Shephard, Patient

Let's Chat Healthcare

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 40:24


In this episode, Ardra, who has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), shares the realities of dealing with the healthcare system from the patient perspective. Alongside this, she brings up challenging questions for healthcare providers and those running the healthcare system, as well as what it is like to advocate for better healthcare while being in the midst of it as a patient.From her website: https://trippingonair.com/ “Ardra is a leader in the MS community, who is on a mission to change minds about what it means to live with a disability, and to empower those with chronic illness to stake their place in the world. Ardra Shephard is a writer, consultant, and speaker, [with an award-winning blog Tripping On Air]. Ardra is the creator and host of AMI-tv's new lifestyle series Fashion Dis. Ardra has a regular column with Healthline (Ask Ardra Anything), and a powerful social media presence. Yahoo Lifestyle reported that "@ms_trippingonair is the number one chronic illness account to follow on Instagram."

The MSing Link
76. New MS Therapy: PoNS w/ Ardra Shephard

The MSing Link

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 29:24


On today's show, I'm interviewing Ardra Shephard! Ardra is the blogger behind the award winning Tripping On Air and the host of AMI-tv's Fashion Dis. Arda had the opportunity to participate in the PoNS clinical trial in Canada. PoNS = Portable Neuromodulation Stimulator. On today's episode, she shares what the trial was like, what benefits she's observed (and continued to see) & also a downside to the PoNS. Follow Ardra On: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ms_trippingonair/ Website:https://trippingonair.com/ TV Show:https://www.ami.ca/FashionDis/episodes Tripping On Air, the podcast, debuts July 14th, 2022. Clinical Trial Website: https://clinicaltrials.gov Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Me: Gretchen@DoctorGretchenHawley.com Website: www.MSingLink.com Social: ★ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mswellness ★ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen ★ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/doctorgretchenhawley?sub_confirmation=1 → Game Changers Course: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/GameChangersCourse → Total Core Program: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TotalCoreProgram → The MSing Link: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/TheMSingLink

MS Understood
Reshare: Staying Fashionable and Having Multiple Sclerosis with Ardra Shepard

MS Understood

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2022 42:45


MS Understood Listener Survey Affirm. Affirmation Cards. A dose of daily inspiration for life with a chronic illness Today on the MS Understood Podcast we chat with Ardra Shephard who shares her MS story through her blog and Instagram Tripping On Air. Today Ardra talks about how bladder and bowl issues effect her, and how they shouldn't be so stigmatised, about why she shares her life so publicly on her blog and Instagram account, about ableism and expectations around love and marriage and the power of media in changing perceptions of people living with disabilities well as so much more. Thank you so much for listening to today's episode of MS Understood. You can find Ardra at MS_Trippingonair on Instagram ad be sure to check out her blog Tripping On Air. You can find me @Clare.Reilly or @MSUnderstood Podcast. The best thing you can do to support this podcast is click follow on Spotify, Subscribe on you other podcast listening platforms, and share this episode on you Instagram, don't forget to tag MSUnderstoodPodcast. Thanks again for listening and please share this episode with someone you think might help. 14 Valentine's Day Questions about True Love and MS Tripping on Air: My Trip Through Life with MS Video | WebMD

AT Banter Podcast
AT Banter Podcast Episode 280 - Ardra Shephard & Fashion Dis

AT Banter Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 58:33


Rob dresses up and wears socks this week in anticipation of the show as the gang welcomes Ardra Shephard, host of AMI's, ‘Fashion Dis', a makeover show that features members of the disability community. They discuss Ardra's own personal journey with fashion and disability, how the idea of the show came about, adaptive clothing, and the importance of the show's impact and message. Show Transcript: https://atbanter.files.wordpress.com/2022/04/at-banter-podcast-episode-280-ardra-shepard-fashion-dis.pdf Show Notes Fashion Dis on AMI https://www.ami.ca/Fashion-Dis-About Tripping On Air https://trippingonair.com/ Blind Musicians Concert for Ukraine https://mushroomfm.com/WithYou AT Banter is brought to you by Canadian Assistive Technology, providing sales and training in Assistive Technology and Accessibility with over 30 years of knowledge and experience. Visit them online at www.canasstech.com or call toll-free 1-844-795-8324. Need repairs on your device? Chaos Technical Services offers service and support on almost any piece of Assistive Technology, while also providing parts and batteries. Visit them online at www.chaostechnicalservices.com or call 778-847-6840.

The MSing Link
27. Adapting Fashion for People with Disabilities with Ardra Shephard, Creator of Fashion Dis

The MSing Link

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2021 18:49


Clothing can truly make people feel confident, but how can the fashion industry better address the needs of disabled people? In this week's episode, I will be joined by Ardra Shephard. Ardra is the influential Canadian blogger behind the award-winning Tripping On Air. She is a script consultant for the AMI television network, and her blog was the subject of a WebMD-produced documentary short. Ardra is a sought-after writer, consultant, speaker, and smoothie connaisseurs. She has contributed to FASHION magazine, InStyle, the National MS Society's Momentum Magazine, msconnection.org, The Mighty, healthline.com, xojane, and others. She was named one of the top MS bloggers “in the universe” by feedspot.com, and Yahoo Lifestyle reported that @ms_trippingonair is the number one chronic illness account to follow on Instagram. In 2019 Ardra was the keynote speaker at the MS Foundation of the Cayman Islands gala fundraiser, and in 2020 she spoke at the MS Society's On The Move event in Washington D.C. With an international reach and reputation, Ardra is a leader in the MS community. She's on a mission to change minds about what it means to live with a disability and to empower those with chronic illness to stake their place in the world. In this week's episode, we talk about How an MS diagnosis affected the fashion industry! How mobility aids as an accessory to embrace the disability? The importance of body positivity movement. How technology and social media assist people with disabilities? Tips for people who want to advocate for disabilities. What steps would people take to support other diseases? Hack: You are just human, you don't owe anyone anything. Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Ardra: Social: https://www.instagram.com/ms_trippingonair/ https://instabio.cc/TRIPPINGONAIR https://www.facebook.com/trippingonair/ Website: https://trippingonair.com/ Reach out to Me: Social: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Doctor.Gretchen/ https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen https://www.youtube.com/c/DoctorGretchenHawley/featured

Thriving Over Surviving Multiple Sclerosis
Ep 23: Ardra Shephard is an MS Warrior, Writer, Blogger, Mogul, Entrepreneur, and so much more

Thriving Over Surviving Multiple Sclerosis

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 29:54


Canadian Ardra Shephard has shared her unfiltered life in her blog www.trippingonair.com for six years. This self-proclaimed Rollator Supermodel is breaking stereotypes and voicing her truth about the realities of her autoimmune disease. Join me as I chat it up with Ardra. #babeswithmobilityaids Instagram: @ms_trippingonair Sign up for my weekly newsletter www.thrivingoversurviving.com Instagram: @thrivingoversurviving.com

Thriving Over Surviving Multiple Sclerosis
Ep 23: Ardra Shephard is an MS Warrior, Writer, Blogger, Mogul, Entrepreneur, and so much more

Thriving Over Surviving Multiple Sclerosis

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 29:54


Canadian Ardra Shephard has shared her unfiltered life in her blog www.trippingonair.com for six years. This self-proclaimed Rollator Supermodel is breaking stereotypes and voicing her truth about the realities of her autoimmune disease. Join me as I chat it up with Ardra. #babeswithmobilityaids Instagram: @ms_trippingonair Sign up for my weekly newsletter www.thrivingoversurviving.com Instagram: @thrivingoversurviving.com

The MSing Link
8. Embracing Who You Are with Ardra Shephard

The MSing Link

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 23:22


In this week's episode, I will be joined by Ardra Shephard. Ardra is the influential Canadian blogger behind the award-winning Tripping On Air. She is a script consultant for the AMI television network, and her blog was the subject of a WebMD-produced documentary short. Ardra is a sought-after writer, consultant, speaker, and smoothie connaisseur. She has contributed to FASHION magazine, InStyle, the National MS Society's Momentum Magazine, msconnection.org, The Mighty, healthline.com, xojane, and others. She was named one of the top MS bloggers “in the universe” by feedspot.com, and Yahoo Lifestyle reported that @ms_trippingonair is the number one chronic illness account to follow on Instagram. In 2019 Ardra was the keynote speaker at the MS Foundation of the Cayman Islands gala fundraiser, and in 2020 she spoke at the MS Societies On The Move event in Washington D.C. With an international reach and reputation, Ardra is a leader in the MS community. She's on a mission to change minds about what it means to live with a disability and to empower those with chronic illness to stake their place in the world. In this week's episode, we talk about How she adapted to life with a disability? What products have helped MS patients in their journey? The challenges and limitations in the daily activities of MS Patients. Additional Resources: https://www.doctorgretchenhawley.com/insider Reach out to Ardra: Social: https://www.instagram.com/ms_trippingonair/ https://instabio.cc/TRIPPINGONAIR https://www.facebook.com/trippingonair/ Website: https://trippingonair.com/ Reach out to Me: Social: msinglink.com https://www.facebook.com/Doctor.Gretchen/ https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gretchen https://www.youtube.com/c/DoctorGretchenHawley/featured

Myelin & Melanin
Episode 138 | Retrospective: Some of Our Favorite "Intimate" Moments

Myelin & Melanin

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2021 33:16


One of the things we're most proud of is our commitment to addressing the topic of intimacy and its relationship to MS. Throughout the podcast, we've produced three intimacy series -- "That Part", "This Part" and "These Parts" (Intimacy & MS). Join us today for a retrospective of some of our favorite moments from our intimacy series. You'll hear clips feat. Mistress Magenta, (Episode 101) Keyonna Renea (Episode 95), Bethy Bright and Dark, Ardra Shephard, Carlos Kareem Windham & Damian Washington (Episode 72), and Carlos Kareem Windham (Episode 100). We hope you enjoy! You can find us on the web at http://myelinandmelanin.com, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @myelinmelanin. You can also subscribe to us on YouTube. Consider supporting us through our Patreon -- http://patreon.com/myelinmelanin. Patrons can gain access to exclusive content, Myelin & Melanin swag & more. Your support helps us offset the cost of maintaining our website, paying for our remote recording technology, music, podcast & merchandise production, and more. As we do not get paid to produce the podcast, these are costs that come out of our pockets. This can often be a struggle. If you enjoy the podcast, please take a minute to leave us a 5-Star rating on Apple Podcasts. Stream the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, and everywhere you listen to podcasts. Peace!

MS-Perspektive - der Multiple Sklerose Podcast mit Nele Handwerker
Special - Welt-MS-Tag 2021 "Stay connected - Wir bleiben in Verbindung"

MS-Perspektive - der Multiple Sklerose Podcast mit Nele Handwerker

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2021 13:32


Zum Welt-MS-Tag 2021 "Stay connected - Wir bleiben in Verbindung" erzählen Patienten, wie sie verbunden und positiv geblieben sind. Die Bilder der MS-Patienten mit Links findest du im Blogbeitrag ms-perspektive.de. Die Namen und Links zur jeweiligen Medienpräsenz, gibt es auch hier: Can bei Instagram @erten8266 Ardra Shephard (photo: Alkan Emin) - trippingonair.com Britta bei Instagram @busdriverwithms Erik Loch - MS-Stammtisch Gera bei der DMSG Thüringen Anke bei Instagram @_anke.b_ Corinna bei Instagram @hannibals_rudel Mark bei Instagram @markwebb99 Nadine - mamamitms.de Carolin bei Instagram @caro_bee_yourself Cathy - Website anempoweredspirit.com Martin bei Instagram @maddinsleben Regina bei Instagram @rikowski Daniela - prinzessindaniela.wordpress.com Damian - damianwashington.com Michaela bei Instagram @micha_neuschwander Didi - MS-Stammtisch Gera bei der DMSG Thüringen Paola - E-Mail: paola.kruger@libero.it Nele - ms-perspektive.de Falls du selber frisch die Diagnose MS erhalten hast, dann gibt dir mein Erfahrungsbericht "Multiple Sklerose? Keine Angst! Ein 15-jähriger Erfahrungsbericht" Zuversicht und versorgt dich mit vielen interessanten Informationen. Du kannst das Taschenbuch überall im Handel bestellen oder dir das E-Book holen, z.B. auf amazon. Mehr Informationen rund um das Thema MS erhältst du in meinem kostenlosen Newsletter.

Social Animals
Ardra Shephard

Social Animals

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 48:42


Ardra Shephard is the influential Canadian writer, speaker, and advocate behind the award-winning blog Tripping On Air, ​​about her life with MS. We talk about Europe and singing in cathedrals, she told me a time when her friends planned a party without her and how stairs are in fact, over-rated. 

MS Understood
Staying Fashionable and Having Multiple Sclerosis with Ardra Shepard

MS Understood

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2021 41:11


Today on the MS Understood Podcast we chat with Ardra Shephard who shares her MS story through her blog and Instagram Tripping On Air. Today Ardra talks about how bladder and bowl issues effect her, and how they shouldn't be so stigmatised, about why she shares her life so publicly on her blog and Instagram account, about ableism and expectations around love and marriage and the power of media in changing perceptions of people living with disabilities well as so much more. Thank you so much for listening to today's episode of MS Understood. You can find Ardra at MS_Trippingonair on Instagram ad be sure to check out her blog Tripping On Air. You can find me @Clare.Reilly or @MSUnderstood Podcast. The best thing you can do to support this podcast is click follow on Spotify, Subscribe on you other podcast listening platforms, and share this episode on you Instagram, don't forget to tag MSUnderstoodPodcast. Thanks again for listening and please share this episode with someone you think might help. 14 Valentine's Day Questions about True Love and MS Tripping on Air: My Trip Through Life with MS Video | WebMD

EmBRACE IT With Lainie & Estela - Look Good + Feel Good = Living Your Best Life With Disabilities

Join us for some real talk with writer, blogger and rollator supermodel, Ardra Shephard as she spills her deep truths and life hacks from a girl with MS.For more wisdom and great content from Ardra, visit: https://trippingonair.com/Click here for her Trend-Able feature! https://trend-able.com/meet-ardra-shephard/Looking for great tips, hacks and blogposts? Visit: Trend-Able.comFind more info and CMT patient resources on: HNF-cure.org

The DISabled to ENabled podcast for people with chronic illnesses
89. Ardra Shephard | Part 3: eating crickets and donkey!

The DISabled to ENabled podcast for people with chronic illnesses

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 11:09


In this episode, you'll learn Ardra's not-so-super-quick secrets. You'll discover their favourite book, favourite place, scariest thing they've done and (our favourite) the weirdest thing they've ever done. What actions do they think needs to change to help people with chronic illnesses. Discover what is still possible after a diagnosis or accident, only on the DISabled to ENabled podcast.  Get your ENabled Warrior Symptom Tracker book to help track and manage your symptoms, instantly spot triggers and get the best possible care from your doctors  Check out Ardra's linkshttps://trippingonair.com/https://www.facebook.com/trippingonair/https://www.instagram.com/ms_trippingonair/https://twitter.com/tripping_onairhttps://youtu.be/wW7yXFp563A Get your ENabled Warrior Symptom Tracker book to help track and manage your symptoms, instantly spot triggers and get the best possible care from your doctors Join our tribe of ENabled warriors who fight back against chronic illness!Facebook / ENabled Warriors  Insta: @ DISabledtoENabledGet your FREE 7 chronic illness hacks doctors never tell you here. Follow our founder Jessie Ace as she shares her journey with Multiple Sclerosis and starting a business on www.jessieace.comWIN $100! Leave a review on iTunes, and each month we'll choose one person at random to win. Here are some prompts to help you: who was your favorite guest and what did you learn from them? Will you listen to another episode? What did you like best about the show? Click here to learn how to leave a review on desktop and on a Phone. Android users may need to download the apple podcasts appGet the written out version of the episodes here: https://mmini.me/transcription

The DISabled to ENabled podcast for people with chronic illnesses
88. Ardra Shephard | Part 2: devastating illness expert

The DISabled to ENabled podcast for people with chronic illnesses

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 23:36


In this episode, we chat with Ardra Shephard about MS and becoming a devastating illness expert and blogger. Learn more about MS and the amazing things she's done despite it on the DISabled to ENabled podcast this week.  Keep up with Ardra:https://trippingonair.com/https://www.facebook.com/trippingonair/https://www.instagram.com/ms_trippingonair/https://twitter.com/tripping_onairhttps://youtu.be/wW7yXFp563A  Join our tribe of ENabled warriors who fight back against their symptoms!:Facebook / ENabled Warriors  Insta: @ DISabledtoENabled twitter @DISabletoenableWant to tips for managing your symptoms? Check out our blog: www.DISabledtoENabled.com Join the VIP waitlist to get the ENabled Warrior Tracker before anyone else click here to join through Facebook Messenger: http://mmini.me/waitlistEnter to WIN $100! Leave a review on iTunes, and each month we'll choose one person at random to win. Here are some prompts to help you: who was your favorite guest and what did you learn from them? Will you listen to another episode? What did you like best about the show? Click here to learn how to leave a review on desktop and on a Phone. Android users may need to download the apple podcasts app ENabled warriors thank you for supporting our sponsors. Today's episode is sponsored by BeeKeeper's Naturals. Start building your natural first aid kit today. Use code WARRIOR for 10% off your order.Read the transcription of the episodes here: https://mmini.me/transcription

The DISabled to ENabled podcast for people with chronic illnesses
87. Ardra Shephard | Part 1: MS in my invincible 20s

The DISabled to ENabled podcast for people with chronic illnesses

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 19:11


In this episode, we chat with Ardra Shephard about MS and becoming a devastating illness expert and blogger. Learn more about MS and the amazing things she's done despite it on the DISabled to ENabled podcast this week.  Get your ENabled Warrior Symptom Tracker book to help track and manage your symptoms, instantly spot triggers and get the best possible care from your doctors  Get your ENabled Warrior Symptom Tracker book to help track and manage your symptoms, instantly spot triggers and get the best possible care from your doctors  Keep up with Ardra:https://trippingonair.com/https://www.facebook.com/trippingonair/https://www.instagram.com/ms_trippingonair/https://twitter.com/tripping_onairhttps://youtu.be/wW7yXFp563A  Join our tribe of ENabled warriors who fight back against chronic illness!Facebook / ENabled Warriors  Insta: @ DISabledtoENabled twitter @DISabletoenableGet your FREE 7 chronic illness hacks doctors never tell you here. Follow our founder Jessie Ace as she shares her journey with Multiple Sclerosis and starting a business on www.jessieace.comWIN $100! Leave a review on iTunes, and each month we'll choose one person at random to win. Here are some prompts to help you: who was your favorite guest and what did you learn from them? Will you listen to another episode? What did you like best about the show? Click here to learn how to leave a review on desktop and on a Phone. Android users may need to download the apple podcasts appGet the written out version of the episodes here: https://mmini.me/transcription

The MS Gym Podcast
ARDRA SHEPHARD OF TRIPPING ON AIR: Calling BS on How Society Views Mobility Aids

The MS Gym Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2019 57:41


When the opportunity arose to have today's guest on the podcast, I was more than elated. She's an absolute superstar in the MS space. From her award-winning blog, Tripping on Air, that chronicles her life with MS, to her Instagram presence, to the recent WebMD documentary featuring her, Ardra Shephard is calling bullshit on how society views differently-abled individuals. Her content is overflowing with upfront, often comically deadpan observations about living with MS and, equally as important, living with mobility devices. Mobility devices, and learning how to live with them with confidence, grace and style for days is her jam. In today's episode, Ardra shares with us how she threw her vanity to the wind and said screw it. If there's nobody else out there representing what I want to accomplish with MS, and while using a mobility device, I'm going to be that person. And that's exactly what she's done. EPISODE NOTES - Why a  blog? - When an invisible disease becomes visible - Clearing the air by writing - Looking for a role model that didn't exist - The evolution of an Instagram feed - Deciding to be the example - Where are the people like me? - The lack of resources on mobility device use - Naming her device - The guy with the fedora - I can still be a badass with a mobility device - You can't control what others think about disability - Not everyone's an asshole - MS DOES have you - Giving yourself permission to say "This sucks!" - The dictator that lives in your body - When people forget you have MS - Fixing the disabled = "less than" mentality - When disability is marginalized - #babeswithmobilityaids - Don't feel sorry for me - Dreaming about walking - Disability is expensive - Comparing mobility devices - A shift toward better design - How your presence makes others feel - Insensitive things people say - Opting to live beyond the safety of your home - Living a life less lived because you opted not use a mobility aid - Social media for representation & information - The Selma Blair effect - Being an influencer can be a good thing - 2020 is the year of clarity - What Ardra's working on - A television show based on Ardra's blog LINKS: Ardra's website: https://trippingonair.com/ Ardra's WebMD Documentary -  https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wW7yXFp563A&feature=youtu.be Ardra in Momentum Magazine - http://momentummagazineonline.com/awesome-aliases/ Ardra's Optimus Prime (snazzy rollator) - https://rollz.com/en/