Episode 155: Jonah on Electroconvulsive Therapy for Depression

Episode 155: Jonah on Electroconvulsive Therapy for Depression

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This is a super interesting interview with Jonah, who was kind enough to get very personal in discussing his experiences with Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT). ECT is a safe, but sensationalized, treatment for depression that does not respond to typical treatments such as medication and therapy.

Jonah is also a transgender man who happens to be in a committed polyamorous relationship with two other men. All of these aspects are intertwined in Jonah’s story.

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Episode 143: When Life Gives You Parkinson’s with Larry Gifford

Episode 143: When Life Gives You Parkinson’s with Larry Gifford

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On this episode, I have an interview with Larry Gifford from the When Life Gives You Parkinson’s podcast. He was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease at age 45. This was a serious curve ball for someone with a spouse, a child, and a blossoming career in radio. We talk about his show, coping with a Parkinson’s diagnosis, honest conversations with family, and misconceptions about Parkinson’s disease.

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