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Invisible Not Broken - Chronic Illness Podcast Network

Hosts: Monica and Eva
Chronic Illness
Mental Health
Chronic Pain
Invisible Illness
Parenting
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Disability
Service Dog Training
Relationships
Disability Representation
Long COVID
Healthcare
Self-Advocacy
Conflict Resolution
Disability Representation In Media
Family Dynamics
Access To Education
Boundaries
Online Communities
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/chronic Fatigue Syndrome

The podcast network that speaks to people with chronic illness, invisible illness, disability, and chronic pain.

"Explicitly Sick Podcast" with Monica Michelle + "[Human]care Podcast" with Eva Minkoff

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Latest Episodes

Why is talking about pelvic floor health still taboo? Let's break the silence around this crucial topic! 💬

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In today's chat with Mahima Tiwari from Empower Heal, we dive into the importance of pelvic floor heal... more

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Faye Perez discusses her journey into independent patient advocacy, the importance of community support for those with chronic illnesses, and the launch of her new magazine, the Good News Gazette. The discussion highlights the need for safe ... more

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🌈 Ever had a moment where your life changed in an instant? 🌀 Judy Kim shares her powerful story of surviving a stroke and how it inspired her to write "Super Survivor." Her journey highlights the importance of sharing our stories and supporting one... more

💥 Did you know that clothing can look completely different when you're seated?

Nenia shares her journey in fashion reviews for wheelchair users, highlighting the need for brands to showcase their clothes on all body types.

💬 What has been your ... more

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Recent Guests

Mahima Tiwari
Physical therapist specializing in pelvic floor health, EDS, and hypermobility; founder/leader at Empower Heal
Empower Heal
Episode: Mahima: Pelvic Floor, Social Media, and Hypermobility Physical Therapist
Judy Kim
Author of Super Survivor
Episode: Judy Kim: Stroke, Author, Art Therapy
Nenia Ballard
Miss Wheelchair New Hampshire 2026 contestant; disability advocate and TikTok creator
Miss Wheelchair New Hampshire 2026
Episode: Ms. Wheelchair 2026 Nenia Ballard: Tiktok, Wheelchair Fashion, and Adaptive Clothing
Emily Mendenhall
Medical Anthropologist, Professor at Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Episode: Medical Anthropologist Emily Mendenhall On Long Covid, Her New Book, & US Healthcare
Mariah Tyler Moore
Author and lyricist; writer of fiction, memoir, and self-help works
Episode: Mariah Tyler Moore: Writing, and Medical Gaslighting
The Blind Redhead
TikTok creator focused on disability, accessibility, and blind/low-vision life; advocates for universal design and empathetic tech.
Episode: The Blind Redhead: Tech, Access, Gaming, and Social Media Community
Brenda Snow
Author and CEO who wrote 'Diagnosed: The Essential Guide to Navigating the Patient Journey,' sharing her personal experiences with chronic illness.
Episode: Navigating the Patient Journey with Author Brenda Snow
Célestine Laurin
An advocate for chronic illness awareness and personal experiences with epilepsy.
Episode: Epilepsy, UK Health System VS US, and How We Can Do Better: Conversation With Célestine Laurin
Tessa Lynn Hodge
Licensed clinical social worker and candidate for California's District 23.
Episode: Tessa Lynn Hodge: CA District 23, Rural Healthcare, and Mental Health

Host

Monica Michelle
Host of the show; central figure guiding conversations on chronic illness, disability, and healthcare equity

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • Honest & Uplifting

    I’ve been dealing with chronic illness for 26 years, and can’t always listen to podcasts about chronic illnesses because honestly they make me sad for others and sad for myself! This one is totally different! The host is fun, goofy and a total dog lover (like me) and she not only handles her own pain and illness with a smile on her face, she literally even laughs every time she dislocates as a coping mechanism! (She has Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.) Her positive attitude is contagious and it gives yo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KimMarHar
    United States2 years ago
  • Informal & Informative

    As a chronically sick person still working through the Nightmare of Multiple Diagnoses Stage, I appreciate this podcast a great deal.

    Living w chronic pain & illness is isolating as it is, & my knee-jerk response when my physical & mental health tank is isolating myself, which doesn’t tend to help matters at all. I’m not great at finding or fitting in w various online disability/chronic illness communities, which only adds to that sense of isolation. This podcast helps a lot w that feeling - I... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Valarie Kinney
    United States2 years ago
  • Super Helpful Disability podcast

    Thank you for having this episode. It was very helpful in understanding the long process we are currently going through. Off to buy the book!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yellowyak2
    United States4 years ago
  • Very enlightening and inspiring.

    So much knowledge is shared in this podcast! Very enlightening and inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Conscious_Marketing_&_PR
    United States4 years ago
  • Please! Stop talking like tweens!!!

    I really wanted to listen to this podcast. So many great topics. But I couldn’t staaaand? How everything they saaaaid? Sounded like thiiis?

    I assume these are grown women. They need to speak like adults with conviction, not tween girls.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    wmbtdf
    United States6 years ago

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High-energy hosting with a warm, sometimes polarizing dynamic noted by some listeners
Some critiques on delivery; many still find the content vital and relatable
Real-world resilience and practical advice without sacrificing empathy
Thoughtful, empowering conversations that normalize chronic illness
Consistently highlights advocacy and accessibility in healthcare and education

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Ms. Wheelchair 2026 Nenia Ballard: Tiktok, Wheelchair Fashion, and Adaptive Clothing
Q: What are the main challenges when designing clothes for wheelchair users?
The style must accommodate wheels, ensure the dress doesn't catch or ride up, provide accessible openings, and maintain a flattering silhouette when seated, which often requires rethinking length, volume, and fabric behavior.
Medical Anthropologist Emily Mendenhall On Long Covid, Her New Book, & US Healthcare
Q: Sure. I'll start with the bread and butter. What is an anthropologist?
Emily explains that medical anthropologists study health, culture, and politics and how these intersect, sometimes focusing on the lived experiences of patients and the systems that shape care.
Lake: Education Access and Disability
Q: What are some of the biggest barriers you've faced in accessing education, and what changes would help most?
Barriers include transportation, housing insecurity, expensive healthcare, and the need for universal design in education so accommodations are readily available without endless paperwork.
Lake: Education Access and Disability
Q: Can you explain what a typical accommodations process looks like at your school and how it affects your ability to attend classes?
The process often requires multiple steps, documentation of diagnosis, and frequent meetings, which can be lengthy and time-consuming, especially when balancing work and caregiving responsibilities.
The Blind Redhead: Tech, Access, Gaming, and Social Media Community
Q: What are some of the things you see now that would have helped you through school when you were younger?
The guest talked about digital text, e-books, audio books, and AI read-aloud tools, plus the ability to photograph notes with a phone app and convert them into readable text, which would have dramatically helped learning.

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What is Invisible Not Broken about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on lived experiences with chronic and invisible illnesses, disability, and chronic pain, exploring how health systems, social policies, and daily life intersect with illness. Conversations span Long Covid, medical gaslighting, education access for disabled students, relationship dynamics shaped by illness, patient advocacy, and disability representation in media. Episodes often pair personal storytelling with practical guidance, policy context, and calls for more inclusive care models, accessibility, and compassionate healthcare.

Noteworthy angles include interdisciplinary approaches to care delivery, caregiver and advocacy perspectives, and a strong emphasis on community, empowerment, and practical know-how for navigating h... more

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2. Judy Kim
3. Nenia Ballard
4. Emily Mendenhall
5. Mariah Tyler Moore
6. The Blind Redhead
7. Brenda Snow
8. Célestine Laurin

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