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There is no song of the week this Friday but music is still a vibe. A whole bunch of KKHI Patrons loved the segment we did about Ozzy Osbourne's unbelievable life and we will share it with all of you now. It's the kind of thing we do on Patron Podcasts if you'd like to join. Then, drummer Billy Brimblecom is long time friends with Jason Sudeikis and the two of them invented Thundergong. It's a music and comedy extravaganza and it raises money to help those that need prosthetics when their insurance won't cover it. Billy was on my radio show a couple weeks ago and he's totally dedicated to entertaining and helping others as he lost his leg a few years ago to cancer.
Seth got to speak with the woman behind the mask, Luisa Guerreiro! Guerreiro is part of the team that helped bring Toxie to life in Macon Blair's newest film, The Toxic Avenger. Seth and Luisa talk about the harsh realities of prosthetic work, falling in love with performing, and overcoming the voice that tells us to not get involved. Check it out! For more of Luisa's work check out her website Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, decoder ring, shout out on the show AND you get to vote on monthly episodes and themes. That's a lot for only $5 a month! For more info and to sign up visit us on Patreon You can also give a Movie Friends subscription here: Gift a Movie Friends Subscription! Visit our website Send us an email! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram Fill out our listener survey
Send us a textWe catch up with Niles from Leonard Industries, our first-ever returning guest, as he reveals game-changing innovations in prosthetic and orthotic fabrication technology. This episode explores how new manufacturing tools are making fabrication faster, safer, and more consistent while helping address the industry's technical workforce challenges.• Leonard Industries has expanded by acquiring a machine shop with enhanced capabilities• Their revolutionary Wave Oven cuts heating time from 20 to 7 minutes using targeted infrared technology• The oven creates consistent results with wider work windows, eliminating the need to flip materials• Safety innovations include emergency stops, magnetic starters, and controlled heating• Multiple oven models accommodate different fabrication needs, from standard to large KFO applications• The "toast test" demonstrates heating consistency by showing how evenly bread slices brown• Leonard Industries will showcase their technology at the upcoming AOPA conference• The company has helped establish safer educational environments at O&P schools• Niles emphasizes making fabrication more accessible to new technicians through consistency and automation• Their aluminum construction ovens use less energy while providing more precise heating controlVisit the Leonard Industries booth at AOPA to see live demonstrations of their new fabrication technology, including the Wave Oven, dust collection systems, and fume extractors.Special thanks to Advanced 3D for sponsoring this episode.Support the show
"Mitzy" is just wrapping up a life-changing project, and she wants to know what's in store next. Jessica has some tough Neptunian news to deliver, as creating spaciousness is on the ticket. Tune in for more on Mitzy's once-in-a-lifetime transit!
The week starts with a disruptive Sun square to Uranus that is meant to create disruptions, and then Venus transits Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. Expect relationships, values, and self-worth issues to be activated! Jessica touches on Pluto going out-of-bounds and other important collective shifts—and how to navigate them.
Join ETSU Provost Dr. Kimberly D. McCorkle in this inspiring episode of the “Why I Teach” podcast as she speaks with Dr. Kyle Leister, Assistant Professor and Program Director of ETSU's new Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics program – the first in Tennessee and one of only 14 nationwide. Dr. Leister shares his unique journey into rehabilitative medicine – from treating NHL athletes with the Pittsburgh Penguins to working on Paramount Studios' medical team – as well as his passion for student mentorship and the human side of prosthetic and orthotic care. Listen to more episodes of “Why I Teach,” where Dr. Kimberly D. McCorkle explores stories of impact and success of ETSU faculty. Subscribe at https://why-i-teach-conversation-with-etsu-faculty.podbean.com/. Other resources: ETSU College of Health Sciences: https://www.etsu.edu/chs/ ETSU School of Clinical Sciences: https://www.etsu.edu/chs/clinical-science/default.php ETSU Master of Science in Orthotics and Prosthetics: https://www.etsu.edu/chs/rehabilitative-sciences/orthotics-prosthetics/default.php ETSU Health: www.etsuhealth.org
"Lorena" believes in community and wants to continue to show up for hers, but as an overwhelmed Angeleno, she is facing burnout amid the fires and political terrors impacting her friends, family and the city at large. She finds herself playing therapist to others' personal and collective traumas, and as much as she wants to keep showing up, is looking for more sustainable ways.
Send us a textWe preview the upcoming AOPA National Assembly in Orlando, discussing what makes this prosthetics and orthotics trade show valuable for professionals across the industry.• AOPA (American Orthotic and Prosthetic Association) National Assembly happening September 3-6 in Orlando, Florida• 165+ exhibitors representing various aspects of the O&P industry • Educational tracks covering clinical, technical, business, and pedorthic topics• Up to 34 continuing education credits available in person, with 100+ hours of online content afterward• Hands-on technical laboratory for fabrication techniques and safety equipment demonstrations• Digital Showcase featuring case studies and workflow solutions from different vendors• Administrative Law Judge mock trial simulating insurance appeal processes• Strong 3D printing presence with 33+ companies showcasing additive manufacturing solutions• Notable exhibitors including long-established companies and first-time participants• Importance of consistency at trade shows for building relationships and trust in the industry• Networking opportunities that facilitate business connections and partnershipsJoin us at the Prosthetics and Orthotics Podcast booth where we'll be broadcasting live throughout the event!Special thanks to Advanced 3D for sponsoring this episode.Support the show
A conversation with Dan Roche, author of Eyes By Hand, and Iowa City ocularist Lindsay Wagner-Pronk.
MakeGood is a New Orleans-based nonprofit that creates custom-designed, 3D-printed prosthetics for people with disabilities and limb differences. We speak with Noam Platt, the organization's founder, and James Robert III, director of advanced fabrication, about how the group works directly with people to design devices tailored to their needs.Next week, more than 75 young New Orleans actors will commemorate the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina with “504: The Hip-Hop Musical,” a production by the Anthony Bean Community Theater and Acting School. The one-night-only performance will take place on Saturday, Aug. 30. ABCT founder and artistic director Anthony Bean and actor Jordan Bates join us with the details.A “zine” is a folded piece of paper showing off someone's art or writing that can be found at libraries or purchased at gatherings. The medium has long been associated with countercultural movements. Report for America corps member Alex Cox visited a Baton Rouge Zinefest and found works on everything from trans joy to how the CIA used abstract expressionist art as a cultural weapon.__Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Diane Mack. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber and our assistant producer is Aubry Procell. Our engineer is Garrett Pittman.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App, and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!
Tap into your value system and powers of discernment this week, as Chiron gets activated by the Sun and Venus and we step into the New Moon in Virgo.
In this episode of the ListenABLE podcast, hosts Angus and Dylan sit down with Sara Shams — a pharmacist, model, and disability advocate — to share her inspiring journey as a bilateral above-knee amputee living with the rare genetic condition tibial hemimelia. Sara opens up about her early life and multiple surgeries, how advances in prosthetics technology have shaped her independence, and the confidence she’s built through advocacy and representation in media. The conversation dives into cultural perspectives on disability, the impact of the Shift 20 initiative on increasing authentic representation, and how brands can move beyond tokenism to embrace true inclusion. From breaking into the modelling industry to launching consultancy work for accessible runways, Sara shares the importance of personal choice in mobility aids, resilience in the face of stigma, and the power of visibility in changing perceptions. What You’ll Learn: How prosthetic advancements are transforming independence and mobility. Why authentic representation matters for the disability community. The business and social impact of the Shift 20 initiative. How to address tokenism through education and cultural change. The role of confidence, resilience, and personal choice in disability advocacy. Get in contact with Sara: https://sarashams.au/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarashams Watch the Full Episode with Captions Here: https://youtu.be/ux5keqFJjTM Recorded, edited and produced by Angus' Podcast Company: www.sessioninprogress.com.au Chapters:00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests03:00 Sara Shams: A Journey Through Disability05:53 Understanding Tibial Hemimelia and Its Impact08:56 Surgical Journey and Early Life Experiences12:04 Evolution of Prosthetics and Technology15:01 Building Confidence and Embracing Disability17:54 Cultural Perspectives on Disability18:25 The Journey into Modeling21:37 Advocacy through Shift 20 Initiative22:42 Navigating Tokenism and Authentic Representation26:51 Launching her Consultancy30:16 The Balance of Representation and TokenismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
P.J. loves love! She wants to experience more of it, but her relationships have been few and turbulent. Jessica dives in to P.J.'s love nature and how she can step into it for true fulfillment.
In this episode, Jim and Derek are joined by Mark to determine if the letter R is actually secretly a vowel. Then, what should pirates stick on their limbs instead of hook hands and peg legs? Panelists: Jim, Derek, Mark
In this episode, host Seth O'Brien, CP, FAAOP(D), is joined by Shane Grubbs, CPO/L, FAAOP, director at Ottobock.care and chair of the Academy's Upper-Limb Prosthetics Scientific Society. Together, they unpack Shane's top five challenges in upper limb prosthetics—from building patient confidence to creating supportive environments, improving education, setting realistic expectations, gaining experience, and balancing fundamentals with innovation. Along the way, they discuss why mentorship, continual learning, and clear communication are critical to advancing clinical outcomes for patients. O&P Clinical Care Insiders is produced by Association Briefings.
Embrace opportunities for progress! This week there are several supportive transits for you to embrace and make use of — plus Mercury goes direct! Tune in to another useful episode of Ghost.
In this episode of the Physiatry Tech podcast, host Bilaal Hassan speaks with Dr. Cesar Colasante, a PM&R professor and trailblazer in 3D printed prosthetics & orthotics, about how this technology is revolutionizing limb care. They explore the clinical workflow behind custom-printed limbs, their impact on patient recovery, and how 3D printing is expanding access in both local and global settings. It's a compelling look at where rehabilitation meets innovation.
Is it possible to repair a relationship with a family member who lives in a totaly different reality? "Brandi" is a lesbian with a queer kid, and their mom is Christian and homophobic. Their mom wants back into their life, but Brandi isn't sure how or if this can work in a healthy way. Jessica explores the nuances of a complicated family dynamic and unconscious family patterns in this tender reading.
It's so hot in the armpit of the USA... Naked at the beach is a no go for Katie... Katie shooting some content at FetCon 2025... Going along with your partners kink... Vomit play... The ick is the thing sometimes... Katie torturing SC with her rearranged innards... Branson, MO now has 70+ senior citizen strip club... Donating your pets to the zoo to be used as food for the animals... Boston man trying to fill his scuba tank with weed smoke ends up loosing his testicles, we don't know how... Some interesting porn categories just for the summer... Looning, beach ball kink, scuba kink, etc... Katie discovers loads being shot under water for the first time... Dumb things some people will believe... Paint on a live nude ass at this sip and paint business in Miami... Dildo throwing happening at WNBA game. By the fans at least. Katie was once anti neck tattoo... Careful tying ropes around your genitals... Prosthetic testicles... Breeding animals is just weird... Having sex with animals is just wrong... Breast milk popsicles anyone??? Can you get e-coli from breast milk... Overdosing with edible thc... Man tried to murder his ex by putting bleach in her vodka, in Florida... Normalize punching nazis.
There are three powerful and confronting transits from Mars to Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune this week in close proximity to the Full Moon in Aquarius. Find out what it means and how to best navigate it in this week's horoscope!
"Elena"is triggering her therapists, but she doesn't know how! She's been fired by three different therapists, and she understands that she is the common factor. She really wants to do the work — so what is it that's going so wrong?! Jessica dives in and gets to the heart of the matter.
What do you value? How do your behaviors reflect your values? In this Venus-heavy Mercury retrograde week, it will be increasingly important to reflect on what and who you value. Why you value them, and how you embody it? Tune in for your full horoscope on Ghost!
"Joe" often feels that if she could just find the thing that she's good at and pursue it, then her perfect career would unfold and financial success would follow. She wants to find personal fulfillment while also being of service. Now in her mid-40s, "Joe" wonders if grad school is the next best step. Jessica gets to the heart of the matter.
In this episode, Journal of Prosthetics and Orthotics editor-in-chief Dr. Steve Gard sits down with Jeremy Sherman, MS, CPO, LPO, the associate program director for the orthotics and prosthetics program, and an assistant professor in the School of Health Professions at Baylor College of Medicine. Together, they explore Sherman's research on ergonomic challenges, overuse injuries, and the widespread prevalence of pain among O&P professionals across the U.S. Drawing from his background in mechanical engineering and patient-centered care, Sherman shares what led him to investigate the physical toll of clinical work. The conversation highlights key findings, including the disproportionate impact on early-career practitioners and the critical need for more adaptable, ergonomic clinical environments to ensure career longevity and provider well-being. Show notes JPO article: Insights into Overuse: Ergonomic Trends and Pain Prevalence Among Orthotics and Prosthetics Practitioners in the United States O&P Research Insights is produced by Association Briefings.
This week offers an intense New Moon in Leo and a series of transits that spark creativity, while Mercury Retrograde inspires retrospection. Explore what's possible with this week's horoscope.
"Aloe" is struggling to figure out how to navigate the vulnerability they feel personally while working with others as a therapist. This reading explores how to balance caring for oneself while also helping others heal.
Mercury goes retrograde in Leo until August 11th, and Jessica gives you an in-depth explanation of what it means and how to best handle it. By end of week, the Sun and Chiron square off, creating opportunities for showing up in new ways.
"Marcello" self-censors in efforts to feel safe. He asks Jessica for help understanding how he can get out of his own way. The two go deep into his coping mechanisms in this week's episode.
This week's astrology starts off with three supportive Venus transits and then takes a big left turn as Uranus moves into Gemini on the 7th. Then there's a Full Moon in Capricorn on the 10th. In this time of change, it's important to be clear-eyed about what's happening and to acknowledge your ethical responsibility to meet this moment. Tune in for tips on navigating it all.
"Jane" gets it that gossip is technically not great, but there are often times when talking shit feels like a beautiful therapeutic practice. Is it really that harmful to share stories and observations about other people? Jessica explores the line between harmful gossip and sharing perspectives on this week's Ghost!
Venus and Uranus are at peak Taurus energies, and Mercury is in conflict to Pluto: it's a LOT. Tune into this week's horoscope to learn what to expect and how to make the most of the astrology of the moment.
In this video reading, Jessica helps a listener understand how to support their 7 year-old daughter with the interceptions in her birth chart — as well as the own interceptions in the guest's own chart. Unravel family patterns in this week's reading!
What's got ten exact transits, including a New Moon and some challenging Saturn and Neptune activity? This week's horoscope does! Tune in, tune up, and get ready to take notes.
"Devon" wants to be able to navigate her home safely, but there's stuff everywhere. She struggles to communicate with her partner about how to share space in their home in ways that feel healthy and happy for both parties. Tune in to this week's reading on Ghost!
This week we discussed Iran & Israel War, Quantum Computing, Cancer Detection,Benefit of Shaking Ears, Accountants in Kiev Ukraine and more #awakening #iran #quantumcomputing About my Co-Host:Arnold Beekes Innovator, certified coach & trainer and generalist. First 20 years in technology and organizational leadership, then 20 years in psychology and personal leadership (all are crucial for innovation).============What we Discussed: 00:00 What we are discussing in this weeks show 01:40 Iran and Israel War04:45 29 Countries do not Recognise Israel09:00 Humanoid Robiotics is going to be massive11:30 The WHO Pandemic Agreement13:40 Anti Immegrant Protests in Northern Ireland14:40 How to Stop the Illegal Immegration16:20 Meta AI New Model and Flying Cars19:00 Eventually Ai will be able to do all that humans can do 21:35 Larry Elison wants all Governements to share information for Ai24:20 Quantum Computing27:10 Prosthetic leg made for friend 31:15 John Hopkins Can detect Cancer 3 years before other methods detect it33:10 Clean Hydrogen Fuel from Soda Cans35:10 Dangers of Car Air Freshners37:40 Benefits of Yoga Nidra39:40 Benefits of Shaking Ears43:35 The Benefits of Ginger45:50 The Dangers of Bovaer49:20 The attack on the Farmers50:40 Obeying Orders not good for you55:50 The Constant Spraying in Lodz, Poland57:10 The Shield Protecting Children in the UK58:40 Accountants in Kiev, Ukraine ====================How to Contact Arnold Beekes: https://braingym.fitness/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnoldbeekes/===============Donations https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/support/ ------------------All about Roy / Brain Gym & Virtual Assistants athttps://roycoughlan.com/------------------
Seventh-grade students at Valley Catholic Middle School in Beaverton, Oregon, designed and built a prototype prosthetic for Ember, a 16-week old labradoodle with paralyzed back legs! STORY: https://www.wdjx.com/middle-schoolers-design-a-prosthetic-for-paralyzed-dog/
This week Jupiter squares Saturn and Mars squares Uranus — generating an unpredictable, consequential, and reactive set of energies. By the 18th, Jupiter squares Neptune — muddying the waters and making for a spiritually and emotionally charged shift. Jessica gives you tools for navigating all of it.
Join us for a conversation with Ryan Fann, CP, co-founder of Reform Prosthetics to learn about all the ways they are supporting para-athletes to achieve their goals. Learn more about Ryan's work at Reform Prosthetics and Amputee Blade Runners. Referenced in this episode: Prosthetic RunningMove for JenChallenged Athlete FoundationNever Say NeverWiggle Your ToesTeam Catapult50 LegsDare2Tri Many thanks to PowerStep for sponsoring this episode! As a clinician, you know the importance of proper foot support in treating and preventing pain. PowerStep ProTech orthotics are designed with podiatrist-recommended support to provide superior stability and comfort for your patients. With a firm yet flexible arch and a deep heel cradle, these insoles help alleviate plantar fasciitis, overpronation, and other common foot conditions. Learn more about how PowerStep ProTech can enhance patient outcomes at spsco.com. Learn about the Elevate Movement Swift Custom Carbon AFO and the Sstep Drop Foot Sock on the latest The Clinical Minute episode. Visit spsco.comAlso, email us! The O&P Check-in is a bi-monthly podcast featuring the latest orthotics and prosthetics news, trends, best practices, regulations and policies. Designed for O&P professionals, join Brendan Erickson and a rotating co-host as they interview guests and share the latest advancements in the industry.
Jane received three astrology readings in which she was told she was "more in her masculine energy" and that now is the time for her to claim her "feminine power ." She asks Jessica what to make of the consistency of that feedback, and they unpack it in this revealing reading! Tune in next Wednesday for the start of a month of 2SLGBTQIA+ Pride readings!
The astrology of this week is intense, chaotic, and challenging. We are under the effects of Saturn and Neptune being very close to each other in Aries, the upcoming Square by Jupiter to them both, as well as a Mars Square to Uranus, all of which will be exact next week. In the meantime, this week, we have challenging transits to Pluto, Saturn, and Neptune to contend with, as well as an emotionally provocative Full Moon in Sagittarius. In an increasingly complex world, the astrology is as heavy as you might expect. Learn all about it on this week's episode of Ghost. Enjoy Jessica‘s free hour-long talk on Jupiter in Cancer for free over on Patreon.
What does it mean to be brutally honest in your interactions with loved ones? A listener joins Jessica to really unpack whether their inclination to be totally honest really serves them and their relationships.
This week is loaded with supportive energies and a meaningful healing opportunity between Venus and Chiron.
Mercury (being Mercury) is busy this week, forming sextiles to both Neptune and Saturn, a trine to Pluto, and a conjunction with the Sun. On the 26th, there is a sweet New Moon in Gemini, all under the umbrella of the Saturn and Neptune meet-up in Aries. Come for the astrology, and stay for the real life advice.
This week is peppered with supportive sextiles and trines but ends with a bang. Mercury and Uranus meet up, provoking surprises, and Saturn finally ingresses into Aries.
Aging out of your youth can be really daunting! Danny never thought she'd be 40, and yet here she is. She joins Jessica to untangle the messy emotions that come with aging. ❤️#SupportBlackMamas and give what you can to National Bail Out here: https://www.nationalbailout.org/mothers-day-gifts
The week starts with a powerful transit to Pluto and a tumultuous Full Moon in Scorpio, and it ends with an unpredictable meet-up between the Sun and Uranus as well as an irritating square between Mercury and Mars. Come for the astrology; stay for the practical tips for making it through. ❤️#SupportBlackMamas and give what you can to National Bail Out here: https://www.nationalbailout.org/mothers-day-gifts
Making an amends is a vulnerable event. And should you even do it when you don't trust the person on the other end? A sober listener joins Jessica for help determining how or if she should do apologize to someone who is still hurting her.
Saturn will be moving into Aries in a couple of weeks, and Jessica touches on what to expect. Supportive energies are flowing in transits from Mercury and Venus this week, but also a tough one from Mercury and Chiron makes an appearance. Learn how to make the most of it all on this week's episode of Ghost of a Podcast.
The milestone "Christ Year" that happens at age 33 is an important point of maturation, post-Saturn Return. Supersonic joins Jessica to discuss the culmination of their Saturn Return lessons around home and family. There's still time to register for my May 4th webinar on Forgiveness: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/forgiveness-the-astrology-of-letting-go-with-jessica-lanyadoo-tickets-1331037863079?aff=oddtdtcreator&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=post_publish&utm_content=shortLinkNewEmail