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Sickboy

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Mental Health
Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome
Total Parenteral Nutrition
Dietary Restrictions
Rectal Cancer
Gastroparesis
Chronic Illness Management
Love On the Spectrum
Financial Education
Public Health
Spermatoria
Endometriosis
Patient Relationships
Psoriatic Arthritis
Voice Perception
Relationships
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Stoma
Leukemia

Sickboy is the only place where terminal diagnoses can peacefully coexist with jokes we probably shouldn't make. Hosted by three best friends, Jeremie, Brian, and Taylor, this show smashes taboos around illness, death, and everything in between. Inspired by Jeremie’s life with Cystic Fibrosis, we dive headfirst into the uncomfortable, the hilarious, and the heartbreaking. We talk to people living ... more

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Latest Episodes

What do you do when your own tongue starts "shedding" like a snake and your doctor tells you to just "eat a banana"? Imagine waking up and seeing the world through 90s TV static, while your muscles literally stretch and tear like gum when you yawn. L... more

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What happens when your abdomen decides it's tired of the basement and wants to move into the penthouse suite? This week, we sit down with Jude, who was born with a rare birth defect called Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH). In plain English: they... more

What happens when a "Professional Knower" gets hit with a disease that has absolutely zero f*cking answers? Broadcasting legend and former CBC host Gill Deacon spent her life demanding answers for the public, but in 2022, her own body became the ulti... more

Imagine being 21 years old, trapped in a two-week coma, completely unable to move or speak, while your sister leans over your bed and confesses her deepest darkest secret to you, and you hear the whole thing.

This week, we sit down with Melanie, who... more

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Recent Guests

Gill Deacon
Broadcasting legend and author
Author of A Love Affair With the Unknown
Episode: A Love Affair with the Unknown: How Gill Deacon Beat Long COVID
Noah Schwartz
Political science professor and author of the book "Targeted, Citizenship, Advocacy, and Gun Control in Canada".
University of Toronto Press
Episode: Targeted: Why We Treat Gun Owners Like They’re Sick
Jeremy Vosborough
Homicide detective living with cystic fibrosis.
Winnipeg Police Service
Episode: The Homicide Detective with Cystic Fibrosis
Ryan Yellowlees
Counselor and activist living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Life Empowered Counseling
Episode: "My Doctors Said I'd Die at 19. I'm 32 & Fighting Back." | Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Jane Gibson
A patient living with pulmonary arterial hypertension, diagnosed at 26.
Episode: From Six Months to Tears of Joy | The Breakdown: PAH
Dr. David Langleben
Cardiologist and founder of the first formal clinic for pulmonary hypertension in Canada.
McGill University
Episode: From Six Months to Tears of Joy | The Breakdown: PAH
Jamie Myra
Executive Director at the Pulmonary Hypertension Association of Canada.
PHA Canada
Episode: From Six Months to Tears of Joy | The Breakdown: PAH
Brock Richardson
Intern with Cerebral Palsy and a two-time Paralympian athlete.
Episode: The Boy with Cerebral Palsy Accused of Arson | The 10 Year Anniversary Special
Terry Pirovolakis
Co-founder of Alpida Therapeutics, a company that developed gene therapy for his son Michael.
Alpida Therapeutics
Episode: The Craziest F*ing Story We've Ever Heard | The Father Who Built a Gene Therapy

Hosts

Taylor
One of the hosts of the show, known for his humor and empathetic approach to serious health topics.
Jeremie
Host and co-founder, draws from personal experiences living with Cystic Fibrosis to foster impactful conversations.
Brian
Co-host who excels at bringing humor to serious discussions, helping to create a relatable atmosphere.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Is Awesomest a word?

    I started listening to this show right after my multi-diagnosis became official. Because of the topics covered and the Discord channel I now know what direction to take my career and how I can live confidently. These guys are just the Awesomest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CloudGR
    United States5 months ago
  • Favorite

    One of my favourite podcasts. I love the interesting interviews the guys have with guests and how they help people share their experience with sickness with a balance of seriousness and levity or comedy at the same time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TN & KN
    Canada6 months ago
  • Obsessed

    Absolutely loved the episode with Dr. Emily. I’ve been following her for years and I feel like she got even more “real” on the pod. Sickboy stan for life now

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    movielover385073
    United States8 months ago
  • Not currently a safe space for chronically ill and disabled folks

    I came here as a chronically ill disabled person looking for a safe community space.

    Sadly, like in so many of the vanishingly few spaces made available to us, I quickly come across uncritical promotion of pseudoscience - in this instance, telepathy (yes, telepathy.) via an interview with the no-longer licensed, previously investigated, former medical practitioner Dianne Powell.

    When I see a show promoting someone with a background as questionable as this, especially when they are speaking o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    stagfromTOS
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Crude but informative

    The earliest episodes are rough. Generally, the conversations are crude with too much profanity but they are also informative. Occasionally, the hosts seem intoxicated from substance use so the interviews are difficult for a sober person to understand.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    .???!!,
    Canadaa year ago

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The show balances humor and serious discussions effectively, making it relatable and enjoyable.
Some have raised concerns about interruptions during interviews, affecting the storytelling quality.
Overall, the hosts are praised for their down-to-earth approach and sincere conversation style.
Listeners appreciate the openness about health topics, feeling a sense of community.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

A Love Affair with the Unknown: How Gill Deacon Beat Long COVID
Q: Can you share a practical example of how neuroplasticity work helped you?
Gill explains how she visualized activities she wanted to do and tracked her symptoms and energy levels to gradually influence her recovery positively.
A Love Affair with the Unknown: How Gill Deacon Beat Long COVID
Q: What led to the situation that you find yourself in now, where you are on the other side of the experience?
Gill describes her treatment plan, including following a neuroplasticity workshop, and the mental strategies that helped her recover.
A Love Affair with the Unknown: How Gill Deacon Beat Long COVID
Q: What happens to the professional knower when all of a sudden she gets hit with a disease that has absolutely zero answers?
Gill discusses the profound uncertainty and identity loss that comes with Long COVID and how it led her to inquire about acceptance of not knowing.
My Sister Confessed Her Dark Secret to Me While I was in A Coma | Stroke at 21
Q: What would you say is the biggest thing that your stroke has taken away from you?
Melanie mentioned that it took away her driving independence but that she learned to appreciate not relying solely on visual perceptions, as it taught her to listen and connect with others on a deeper level.
My Sister Confessed Her Dark Secret to Me While I was in A Coma | Stroke at 21
Q: What was it like trying to come to terms with this idea of like, oh, I'm not going to be able to paint or draw or do art in the same way?
Melanie expressed that it was tough to grasp the loss of her artistic abilities, but she focused on regaining her independence and adapting her skills for teaching.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sickboy

What is Sickboy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast tackles the critical theme of health and illness with a unique blend of humor and empathy, aiming to break down the societal taboos associated with serious topics such as chronic diseases, mental health struggles, terminal illness, and caregiving. The hosts engage with a diverse range of guests, including patients, caregivers, and experts, sharing their real-life experiences and insights. The tone is refreshingly candid, often incorporating humor to navigate the complexities of living with illness, which helps listeners feel less isolated and more understood in their own struggles. Notably, the podcast provides a platform for honest discussions that often challenge conventional narratives around health and wellness, creating a ... more

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Recent guests on Sickboy include:

1. Gill Deacon
2. Noah Schwartz
3. Jeremy Vosborough
4. Ryan Yellowlees
5. Jane Gibson
6. Dr. David Langleben
7. Jamie Myra
8. Brock Richardson

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