A Recovery Now

Many of you have heard that Blog Talk Radio is closing their operation any day now. We're SAD because we've run Brain Injury Radio broadcasts & On Demand Programming there since 2009. So many great hosts and listeners. We're MAD because they gave us so little notice to make other arrangements. They aren't going on, but our shows will be!

We're going to have a two part means of doing this new arrangement. We will broadcast from Zoom (Download your free Zoom account now if you haven't already) and then watch for announcements on social media for the invitation link to j...

Know your labels!!  Join us as we discuss shopping for better health - The quality of the food chain has slid to what can be detrimental for optimal health. The spotlight is starting to shine on what to look for to enable our food to be medicine, not poison. With obseity at near half the population from children on up, it's time to recognize over-eating isn't always the culprit. It doesn't help, but much of it is chicken and egg theory. No pun intended. The problem may well stem from ingredients we aren't even aware are in our food. Big b...

I had known Bill for many years, when I learned he'd suffered a TBI. He'd had a lengthy road of recovery the past couple years, and then a severe car accident too. Bill was always strong as a bull, and few have had a more colorful past and turn around. Between his own addiction, chronic pain, and mental health challenges - He fought like the warrior he had always been and overcame, continuing to live a life of service. In spite of his challenges, Bill had a heart bigger than most. I was blessed to have him as part of...

Dr. Paul Wand is a clinical neurologist in private practice since 1982, having vast experience diagnosing and treating neurological conditions for 40 yrs. He has always had an active interest in research since medical school. His clinical research interests include newer and more effective methods of diagnosing and treating neurological conditions. The advantage of his unique and innovative treatment protocols stem from combining traditional and alternative methods, a field known as integrative neurology. He has developed a multidisciplinary treatment approach to Traumatic Brain Injury, post-concussion syndrome, Autism, chronic pain, arthritic, neck and back pain, hormonal imbalances and peripheral neuropathy, especially the diabetic...

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Most of you have probably heard the term "Leaky Gut" syndrome, but don't fully understand the mechanics. The brain-gut connection, also known as the gut-brain axis, is a two way communication system between the brain and the digestive system. It's a complex network of nerves and signals that allows the brain and gut to work together to keep the digestive system functioning properly. Why is this important? How can you determine when your brain-gut connection isn't working correctly, and what are the possible consequences? What can you do to help facilitate that crucial balance again? Listen in and see! This...

Join us for a discussion on healing and the arts, in this case specifically music!  Our frequent contributor "Hatter" will be my co-host to share some surprising facts about tunes you know, and some you don't. In addition the effects currently and to come in Artificial Intellegnce (AI) on the music industry. This show is a gathering place for anyone seeking recovery from the challenges of life on life's terms. We discuss useful tools that have helped us lighten the load, of our journey through recovery. More will be revealed! This is a "we" recovery program, because it is in t...

Tonight Simon Lewis and I will be discussing a hot election issue of great national significance and consequence. Tune in and weigh in. Is "anything for all" relevant? Let's weigh pros and cons, but most of all review the TRUTH .. No sponsored bias here.   This show is a gathering place for anyone seeking recovery from the challenges of life on life's terms. We discuss useful tools that have helped us lighten the load, of our journey through recovery. More will be revealed! This is a "we" recovery program, because it is in the "we," that we find the new "me." We...

September is Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month. Some rupture from pressure, and others wait patiently for the day they likely do. Known by descriptions beyond just Aneurysm ... You hear these beasts described as Hemorrhagic stroke due to bleeding into the brain by the rupture of a blood vessel. Hemorrhagic stroke may be further subdivided into intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) and subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). Ischemic and TIA are often associated terms. Join me with a special panel of survivors - Vanessa Kelly, Megan Bacigalupo, Chris Chappell, and Host - Kim Justus. We represent long time, moderate time & recent survivors. The nuiances of each s...

Many residuals can be new issues we grapple with after Brain Injury. Difficulty focusing without getting distracted is one of those. This intrusion can become frustrating and make us angry. It was on one of those days, many of us survivors began to refer to this as "something shiny".  To survive around this community, it helps to have a sense of humor. We are intent on the task in front of us, and suddenly something shiny pulls us away, and when we return .. the bread crumbs have blown away! Tonight co-host Caren Robinson and I will discuss your shiny distractions, w...

September is Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month. An estimated 6.7 million people in the United States have an unruptured brain aneurysm or 1 in 50 people. The annual rate of rupture is approximately 8 – 10 per 100,000 people. About 30,000 people in the United States suffer a brain aneurysm rupture each year. A brain aneurysm ruptures every 18 minutes. There are almost 500,000 deaths worldwide each year caused by brain aneurysms, and half the victims are younger than 50. Ruptured brain aneurysms are fatal in about 50% of cases. Of those who survive, about 66% suffer some permanent neurological deficit. Approximately 15% of people with a ruptured aneurysm die before reaching the hospital. Most of...

With September a few days away, we looked ahead to see what topic associated might make a good discussion. Being a survivor (Kim), I knew that it will be Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month. That will be covered on another show. September signals the seasonal change from summer to fall, the remberence of 9-11, the Presidential Election, and now COVID Vax .. To do or not?  I was surprised to know it was also National Suicide and Depression Awareness Month. That dovetails with many of the topics we will deal with here, so we'll be discussing mental health tonight.    This show is a ga...

We will be discussing how to prepare for an emergency before it happens. Recently the Midwest had a rare type of storm that left more residents out of power, than ever in the history of the area. Just afterward the Atlantic Coast was beaten with Hurricane Debby, and the next week Caifornia had earthquakes! No matter what time of year, or what what type of emergency - Be it from Mother Nature or other causes, it's random, scary and dangerous. People are put in positions of injury or even death. How can we minimize our chances of the worst outcomes...

Happy to be back tonight after some studio driven tech difficulties! Even happier to welcome back LesPaul Morgan, long time former host, multiple brain aneurysm survivor and disability advocate. He will share where he's been since he last hit the Mics, which will include a discussion of CSRA. Les is really turned on by AI now and will tell his what he's learned, as well as bleeps on current events (fake news, politics) and life in general. Both being music lovers, we'll be sprinkling in some of our old faves. Join us and call in!! This show is a gathering...

Ignorance causes misdiagnosis and therefore ineffective (or no) treatment for children with Brain Injury - Particularly ones with less obvious "tells". Professionals, parents, educators, and others are not familiar with common symptoms that point to Brain Injury. As a result, too many kids are thrust into a life of challenges that are never tied back to the root cause of TBI. In turn a disfunctional circle forms, robbing these children a quality of life and independence they may have achieved. These patterns cause so many to fall through the cracks, then following them into adulthood. Profiling becomes an issue based...

Being the night before the day after (Independence Day July 4th) .. It's likely to sound like a war zone in my studio. We're one of those cities which allow citizens to arm themselves with personal explosives to fire off around the neighborhood. How I envy those that only allow organized events!  Special segment by Dorrin Rosenfeld our 3rd Thurs of ea month host on release of her new book "The Day I Got Hit by a Tortilla Truck!"  See Amazon or dorrinrosenfeld.com That being said, I invite YOU to call in and keep me company!  Share YOUR Independence, OUR Ind...

Join us as we welcome back our last Wednesday of each month, co-host Simon Lewis!  The "Heat is on" covers a lot of territory tonight - From where Simon has been for months (Health issues on top of TBI, Date at Last, Car Assist-When the rubber meets the road), to Summer Solstice a few days ago (Heat Exhaustion versus Heat Stroke), to July 4th in a week, and the cautions of personal fireworks, to the first Debate between Presidential Candidates tomorrow night. We encourage you to force an open mind, really listen, and make your own informed decision on your v...

Dr. Paul Zeitz is a preventive medicine physician, epidemiologist, author, and award-winning champion of global justice and human rights. He has been on the front lines of the global AIDS movement, climate transformation, racial and gender equity, authentic democracy, sustainable development, and child welfare in the U.S. and around the world. Often when the odds against success appeared to be insurmountable, with Dr. Paul’s leadership and support, barriers fell and victories arose. Through his many challenges and experiences, he also learned to fail forward! Revolutionary Optimism: 7 Steps for Living as a Love-Centered Activist, Dr. Paul shows us how to...

Ignorance causes misdiagnosis and therefore ineffective (or no) treatment for children with Brain Injury - Particularly ones with less obvious "tells". Professionals, parents, educators, and others are not familiar with common symptoms that point to BI. As a result, too many kids are thrust into a life of systems that "house" them, but seldom have time, knowledge or resources to adequately treat them. In turn a disfunctional circle forms, robbing these children a quality of life and independence they may have achieved. These patterns as so many fall through the cracks, follows them into adulthood. Profiling becomes an issue based...

Excited tonight to welcome back Lori (Purdy) Faitel - A Brain Injury Radio original Host and woman of many talents and insights. We'll be discussing several topics, among them injuries common to caregiving, and moving forward from Brain Injury. Lori lives for the betterment of people. She took time to share her favorite stress relief resource -Animals, creatung zoo stories. She has also been a long time volunteer and advocate for brain injury. She writes therapeutically for the promotion of leisure, comfort and Faith. "Life is not always easy and when things get tough I have learned to participate in...

We are about to celebrate Mother's Day next week (14th). For Rae Hart, her role as a Mother has taken horrific turns, that no mom should ever have to face. Her role as a mother has stretched the endurance of any mom, and the rest of the family as well. Join as we discuss one of the Ultimate Mom's .. Willing to give all for her son, Joey. Ultimately .. Born 1998, Accident 2016, and to the arms of the Lord Feb 2021. God rest Joey's soul, and God Bless Rae and the kids. This show is a gathering place for anyone seeking recovery from...

In his own words, Mr. Ferroly has spent a lifetime “trying to uncover why some people are just stuck.  Kyle’s real passion is showing people how one’s brain health can alter and determine the bigger picture; how they think, act, and feel. This in turn allows many people the chance to understand the root cause behind their struggles and symptoms.  Dr. Kyle Ferroly has also made an ongoing commitment to always incorporate the latest techniques available. Kyle received his Masters of Educational Psychology in 2004 with a focus on Community Counseling. He is a Master’s level Mental Health Therapist and...

Kim and Caren Discuss Life and TBI on Recovery Now. Callers welcome, topics varied. Goulash - Never be surprised what comes up here! This show is a gathering place for anyone seeking recovery from the challenges of life on life's terms. We discuss useful tools that have helped us lighten the load, of our journey through recovery. More will be revealed! This is a "we" recovery program, because it is in the "we," that we find the new "me." We focus on the four A's of Recovery: Awareness, Acceptance, Action and Adaptation. This is a place for survivor's striving to...

WELCOME BACK SIMON!!!  Our final Wednesday of each month co-host has been MIA for quite some time due to both older revisited, and new challenges. Hallelujah, he has final risen and is back among us! As we wind down Brain Injury Awareness Month, we can't stress the importance of Peer to Peer Support enough. Be it podcasts, books, support groups, Tedx Talks or any number of survivor driven resources. Hearing from others who have walked a similar path and faced like challenges, is a key ingredient in letting others know they are not alone. The path of healing can sometimes co...

Our regular contributer Dr. Maria Romanas is back to discuss "The Impact of Fatigue on Executive Function in TBI".  As we proceed through Brain Injury Awarness Month, knowledge is power.  Many report that fatigue is their most challenging symptom after brain injury. Reasons for the fatigue are not well understood but may include endocrine abnormalities, the need for the brain to work harder to compensate for brain injury deficits (in other words, inefficiency), or changes to brain structures. Cognitive fatigue is often characterized by feeling mentally drained, apathy, and difficulty concentrating. Other symptoms include: Being easily distracted. Problems with working memo...

Join Kim and Caren for Matters of the Brain this Awareness Month - Callers welcome!   This show is a gathering place for anyone seeking recovery from the challenges of life on life's terms. We discuss useful tools that have helped us lighten the load, of our journey through recovery. More will be revealed! This is a "we" recovery program, because it is in the "we," that we find the new "me." We focus on the four A's of Recovery: Awareness, Acceptance, Action and Adaptation. This is a place for survivor's striving to become thrivers, which takes a good bit of W...

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Jeffrey Sebell is a forty year survivor, promoting our abilities, focusing on our strengths through his book "Learning to Live with Yourself After Brain Injury", blogging, writing for a variety of publications, acting as a Keynote Speaker, and service. See more at his website: TBIsurvivor.com  Jeffrey experienced a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in 1975, when, as the result of a car accident, he was in a coma for a month with frontal lobe and brain stem injuries. His goal now is to provide meaningful support to those who have experienced a brain injury by helping them find the means within t...

Meg Busing knows that everything can change in an instant. After emerging from a coma with a traumatic brain injury that would lead to a decade long battle with intractable epilepsy, she discovered that the world does not always understand invisible challenges. However, nothing has stopped her from boldly pursuing her dreams. As founder and Executive Director of the Midwest YouCan Foundation, Meg has created Camp YouCan-a unique opportunity for kids and young adults with Epilepsy to come together to see all that they CAN do. See: midwestyoucan.org for more information, and Meg's TedX Talk. This show is a...

Bonnie Nish is Executive Director of Pandora’s Collective Outreach Society a charitable organization in the literary arts, in Vancouver British Columbia, Canada. Bonnie is an Expressive arts therapist who has worked with at risk populations for the last 20 years. Her first book of poetry ‘Love and Bones ’ was released by Karma Press in 2013. Her later book, an anthology of concussion related stories was published in August 2016. You don't have to be in sports or the military, to have a life changing event from concussion.  See: bonnienish.com Concussion and Mild Brain Injury: Not Just Another Headline gives clear insight into how t...

Happy Valentine's Day - Spread the Love! Last weeks show with Dr. Maria was on building quality relationships, so this week Caren and I are spreading the word on damage our cell phones can be inflicting on us.  When I read the first article in "The Hill" .. It smacked of the NFL scandal. Studies on the harmful effects of repeated concussions had been around for decades, then buried. AFTER much damage has been done, the truth surfaced. Why had it been buried? The results gave an unfavorable account of the magnitude of the damage possible incurring multiple or just the ri...

Dr. Maria Romanas will be joining us to discuss protecting others from ourselves, and building trust in relationships. True belonging is about being present without sacrificing our sense of self. With Valentine's Day next week, some food for thought. We tend to gauge that day in terms of whether or not we have a love interest, and how that's going for us. We're "happy" if we have that special someone, and depressed if we don't .. Feeling lonely and left out. Think back to your childhood. Do your remember those boxes full of little Valentine's cards we passed out to friends...