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Sickboy

CBC
Mental Health
Cystic Fibrosis
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Caregiving
Grief
Trikafta
Disability Advocacy
Crohn's Disease
Cerebral Palsy
Relationships
Depression
Health Care System
Resilience
Colon Cancer
Nutrition
Domestic Violence
Genetic Disorders
Therapy
Support Systems

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 happens when you think you have a stubborn UTI, but you’ve actually fractured your pubic bone from running too many damn marathons? This week, the fellas sit down with Genevieve, a distance runner who woke up one morning feeling like she’d been ... more

What does a Super Bowl champion know about a virus most men think is "just a women's problem"? Laurent Duvernay-Tardif has spent his life protecting quarterbacks, but now he’s on a mission to protect your health. In this episode, the NFL star and med... more

What do you do when you’re born with a brain-body communication glitch?. If you’re Dr. Dan, you don't just "manage". You go out and collect a PhD, a Paralympic gold medal in table tennis, and a career as a dating coach just to keep things interesting... more

What do high-performance fighter jets and a stage four cancer diagnosis have in common? More than you think. This week, we’re joined by Dr. Avishek “Avi” Kumar, a man who pulls double duty as both a practicing oncologist and a U.S. Air Force Flight S... more

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Recent Guests

Laurent Duvernay-Tardif
NFL Super Bowl champion and medical resident advocating for HPV awareness and prevention
Professional football player / medical resident (ER)
Episode: Why Is a Super Bowl Champ Talking About HPV?
Lisa Yuso
Digital producer introducing the episode and guiding the interview
CBC Ideas / CBC Podcast
Episode: Why Is a Super Bowl Champ Talking About HPV?
Dan Rosenfeld
Paralympic gold medalist in table tennis, psychologist, author of The Confidence Equation
Episode: Dating a Psychologist with Cerebral Palsy (It’s a Mindf*ck)
Avi Kumar
Oncologist and flight surgeon (Avi Kumar, MD)
US Air Force, Oncology
Episode: Flying High & Pooping Low: A Flight Surgeon’s Guide to Colon Cancer
Kayla Lavey
Guest with unilateral anophthalmia
Independent creator
Episode: Born Without an Eye | Unilateral Anaphthalmia & The Disability Spectrum
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

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 States8 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
    Canada9 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 Statesa year 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 Kingdoma year 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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Dating a Psychologist with Cerebral Palsy (It’s a Mindf*ck)
Q: Oftentimes, people who are managing a disability, the world of dating can feel like it's not meant for them—how have you approached dating and building self-confidence in that space?
Dating starts with self-acceptance; if you're secure in who you are, you can show up as yourself and navigate judgment more easily, using the challenges as a catalyst to develop compatibility and resilience.
Why Is a Super Bowl Champ Talking About HPV?
Q: Why is a Super Bowl champion talking about HPV?
To use his platform and medical training to educate the public about HPV, its prevalence, and its role in cancer, especially head and neck cancers, emphasizing prevention and vaccination.
Flying High & Pooping Low: A Flight Surgeon’s Guide to Colon Cancer
Q: What is a flight surgeon, and how does that relate to your medical practice?
A flight surgeon is an aerospace medicine specialist focused on keeping pilots healthy in high-stress, high-altitude environments; in Avi's case, he combines this with oncology to bring a rigorous, safety-minded approach to cancer care.
Flying High & Pooping Low: A Flight Surgeon’s Guide to Colon Cancer
Q: What would typically happen if you bring up blood in your stool to your doctor?
The doctor will consider multiple possibilities, starting with hemorrhoids, but may also check CBC, iron studies, and possibly perform closer examinations like a flexible sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy to rule out more serious causes.
Getting Your Back Blown Out | $40K Hernia
Q: How did you convince doctors and navigate the system to get the surgery you needed?
He details medical gaslighting, self-advocacy, private MRI, multiple referrals, and finally connecting with a specialist in Cincinnati who confirmed the diagnosis and performed the surgery.

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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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Recent guests on Sickboy include:

1. Laurent Duvernay-Tardif
2. Lisa Yuso
3. Dan Rosenfeld
4. Avi Kumar
5. Kayla Lavey
6. Vicki Jeha
7. Gill Deacon
8. Noah Schwartz

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