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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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What happens when the person paid to have all the answers suddenly gets hit with a medical mystery that turns their world entirely upside down? Vicki Jeha is a counseling therapist who spent years helping people navigate their own minds—until her own... more

What happens when your paragliding wing folds in half 165 feet in the air, sending you on an 11-story plunge directly onto your ass? (Spoiler: You wake up and start a career in musical theater.) Most people’s worst nightmare involves falling out of t... more

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What happens when your body is slowly losing its ability to breathe, but your brain is busy building the future of technology? This week, the fellas (and a very helpful Brock) sit down with Chouaieb (Cho), an AI Black Belt at Google who is quite lite... more

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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Recent Guests

Vicki Jeha
Counseling therapist in Halifax
Freelance therapist in Halifax
Episode: Your Body is Allergic to... Everything? | Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
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

Hosts

Jeremie Saunders
Co-host known for his candid discussions about living with Cystic Fibrosis. He focuses on breaking down stigmas related to illness with humor and empathy.
Brian
Co-host who brings a lighthearted approach to profound subjects, contributing to the podcast's humor and relatability.
Taylor
Co-host providing humor and depth, blending personal stories with broader topics of health and resilience.

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 States6 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
    Canada7 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 States9 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

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    1
    stagfromTOS
    United Kingdom10 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

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

A mixed bag exists regarding the hosts' conversational styles, with some enjoying the humor while others find interruptions disruptive.
The engaging storytelling and diverse guest experiences resonate deeply, often compelling listeners to reflect on their own journeys.
The hosts are frequently praised for their down-to-earth approach and for creating a safe space for discussions.
However, some listeners express concerns about the promotion of pseudoscience in certain episodes and desire better vetting of guests.
Listeners appreciate the unique balance of humor and serious topics surrounding illness, feeling understood and less alone in their struggles.

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"I Fell 11 Stories and Should be Dead” | Walking Paraplegic
Q: How has the accident shaped his approach to life and work now?
It fostered gratitude and a willingness to take risks in pursuing new passions like acting and writing, while maintaining a disciplined routine (including naps) to manage recovery and ambition.
"I Fell 11 Stories and Should be Dead” | Walking Paraplegic
Q: What was the immediate realization after waking up in hospital?
CJ recalls a delayed but powerful sense that his old life wasn't coming back, followed by a practical focus on recovery, surgery, and planning for life post-injury rather than dwelling on loss.
"I Fell 11 Stories and Should be Dead” | Walking Paraplegic
Q: Walk us through what happened on the day of the accident.
CJ describes paragliding with a heavier wing, a rough air day, and how a bad maneuver caused the wing to fold; he fell 165 feet, landed on his backside, and sustained severe injuries including multiple broken vertebrae and a blown sternum.
16% Diaphragm, 100% Genius: How AI is Saving Cho’s Voice
Q: How did you pivot your career from oil and gas to AI?
I anticipated that my previous field would become inaccessible and decided to pursue a career that allows for remote work and entrepreneurship.
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Q: What keeps you motivated to advocate for accessibility?
I urge everyone who is disabled and everyone who has a connection to a disabled person to be an ally and an advocate to this cause.

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The content prominently focuses on discussing various aspects of illness and disability, often infused with humor and candid storytelling. Key topics include personal journeys with chronic conditions, the intersection of health and identity, and societal perceptions of disability and illness. Unique to this series is its approach to addressing serious subjects with humor, encouraging listeners to confront uncomfortable realities while providing a space for empathy and understanding. Through interviews with individuals facing health challenges, the discussions often mix levity with poignant reflections on resilience and coping strategies, making it relatable and often uplifting for those navigating similar experiences.

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Sickboy launched 11 years ago and published 901 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Sickboy include:

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

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