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The Invisible Illness Club | Chronic Illness, Auto Immune

April Aramanda, Invisible Illness Club
Chronic Illness
Faith
Grief
Rest
God
The Invisible Illness Club
Mental Health
Lupus
Boundaries
Self-Care
Thanksgiving
Multiple Sclerosis
Chronic Fatigue
Finished By Friday
Slow Living
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Entrepreneurship
Hope
Gratitude
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

The Invisible Illness Club is a podcast about life with chronic illness—the kind people can’t see.

Host April Aramanda gets honest about faith, flare-ups, medical burnout, relationships, grief, hope, and what it actually feels like to look fine while your body is anything but.

If you’re living this and trying to figure out how to keep showing up for your life, you’re in the right place.

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Latest Episodes

Lately, I’ve been spending more time sitting in the pool with my husband while the laundry waits inside.

The dishes still need to be done. The emails are still there. The to-do list hasn’t magically disappeared. I’m still tired. I’m still in a flare... more

What does it look like to navigate life when the world isn’t always built with disability in mind? In this episode, I’m joined by Jenna D’Angelo Shiner, who shares her journey from being able-bodied to living with chronic illness and disability. We t... more

Faith can look different in different seasons. Not because God changes, but because our view of Him often changes with what we’re walking through.

In this episode, April shares how chronic illness can become so loud that it fills the entire frame. A... more

What happens when chronic illness changes your identity, your relationships, and even the way you show up at church? In this conversation, April sits down with Kaylen Soriano of  Chronic Yet Undefeated⁠

to talk honestly about epilepsy, masking, lone... more

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Recent Guests

Kaylen Soriano
Founder/host of Chronic Yet Undefeated, focusing on faith, chronic illness, identity, and hope
Chronic Yet Undefeated
Episode: 059 Faith, Chronic Illness, and the Pressure to Pretend You’re Okay | with Kaylen Soriano
L. A. Sprague
Host of Christians with Chronic Illness podcast
Christians with Chronic Illness
Episode: 056 When Chronic Illness Changes Your Identity with LA Sprague
Wendy Gingell
Australian author and writer
WR Gingell / Author
Episode: 054 PART 2 of Chronic Illness, Creativity, and Faith: What Life Really Looks Like Behind the Scenes
Sarah Morris
Guest sharing lived experience with invisible illness and related health journey
Episode: 050 The Emotional Whiplash of Chronic Illness with Sarah Morris
Nicole Roth
Health restoration and joy coach who empowers women of faith to transform shame into joy
She Abides in Joy / NicoleRoth.com
Episode: 048 Reclaiming Joy with Chronic Illness (replay)
Belinda Mooney
Coach and author of therapeutic lifestyle changes materials; advocate for living with chronic illness
Independent coach / author
Episode: 047 Chronic Fatigue, Faith, and Learning to Slow Down with Belinda Mooney
Stephanie Boyle
Founder of Finished by Friday, a virtual assistant agency
Finished by Friday
Episode: 046 Faith, Chronic Illness, and Honest Spirituality with Stephanie Boyle
Natasha Minier-Robinson
Nurse, mental health advocate, woman of faith
Episode: 044 You Look Fine: Faith, Bipolar Disorder, Lupus, and Healing That Isn’t Neat (with Natasha Minier-Robinson)
Belinda Taramuni
Guest on episode; author and coach focused on therapeutic lifestyle changes (TLCs)
Belinda Taramoonie Coaching
Episode: 041 Living With Chronic Fatigue: Slowing Down Without Giving Up

Host

April Aramanda
Host focusing on invisible illness, faith, coping, and community.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Real Conversations.

    This podcast is exactly what we need more of. Real conversations and authenticity is exactly what April brings!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Natasha_r_rob
    United States4 months ago
  • April’s podcast is exactly what you need in the tough seasons!

    As someone who has dealt with over a decade of chronic illness, this podcast is a God send! I love April’s hopeful message and the fact that she doesn’t shy away from God even admits the hardship!!! Such a needed dose of love, encouragement, and truth!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aubree | Mom Intentional
    United States8 months ago
  • Encouragement for Every Hard Day

    April’s podcast is such a gift to anyone navigating life with a chronic illness. She is kind, compassionate, and truly cares about her listeners. Each episode feels like a safe space where it is ok to not be ok. Her empathy and honesty help you feel seen, understood, and encouraged. Highly recommend The Invisible Illness Club to anyone who needs a reminder that they are not alone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BobbyMac03
    United States9 months ago
  • Hope for the hurting!

    April knows firsthand what it’s like to live with chronic illness but also knows the way forward to hope and help. She is creating a beautiful community of women to help them know they’re not alone on this journey. Highly recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nourishingmama
    United States9 months ago
  • Hopeful and helpful

    As someone who struggles with chronic pain, I can resonate with the purpose and hope behind what God does through chronic conditions. This was a wonderful podcast to find, and I hope to listen to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doovins
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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

Real conversations and authenticity are exactly what April brings.
Listeners describe hopeful, compassionate guidance that doesn't shy away from faith.
Guests and content are seen as hopeful and relatable for those navigating chronic illness.
Safe space where it's ok to not be ok, with empathy and practical tips.
Listeners note the host offers community, encouragement, and belonging.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

021 Faith, Chronic Illness, and Motherhood with Keyundra Thompson
Q: What role has faith played in your life and work?
Faith is described as the center foundation that helps her navigate post-partum challenges, flare-ups, and the demands of teaching and advocating, providing coping strategies learned in therapy and shared with others.
021 Faith, Chronic Illness, and Motherhood with Keyundra Thompson
Q: How do you balance being a mom to a medically complex child, working, and managing your own health?
She describes setting boundaries, learning to say no, prioritizing rest, and leaning on a village of support, which helps her manage caregiving duties while maintaining her own health and professional work.
021 Faith, Chronic Illness, and Motherhood with Keyundra Thompson
Q: Can you share when you got this diagnosis, how you were diagnosed, that journey that you've had?
Keyundra explains symptoms began in childhood, led to extensive testing, and culminated in a diagnosis of lupus and POTS after a series of blood tests and a tilt-table test, framing the diagnosis as part of a long, ongoing journey.
027 Victory in the Valley: Tina Medlin on Crohn’s, Faith, and Building Community
Q: What does being a 'warrior' mean to you now?
A warrior is someone who builds community, gives back, remains honest about their struggles, and uses storytelling to help others—never giving up and always seeking ways to support others.
027 Victory in the Valley: Tina Medlin on Crohn’s, Faith, and Building Community
Q: How did Warrior Braids come to life, and what purpose does it serve today?
The mustard-seed moment in the hospital led to starting a ministry for people with chronic illnesses; Warrior Braids grew from there, offering Warrior Boxes and events to connect, encourage, and empower the community, with proceeds funding further initiatives like scholarships and retreats.

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The show centers on life with invisible chronic illness, blending faith, practical self-care, and community support. Episodes mix personal storytelling, guest interviews, and faith-informed strategies for navigating fatigue, diagnosis uncertainty, and the social impact of chronic conditions. Listeners tend to seek realistic guidance, hope, and a sense of belonging, often drawn to guests who share lived experience and actionable wellness and mindset tips that fit into daily life. A notable strength is the host's transparent, compassionate approach and emphasis on a supportive sisterhood for people managing invisible illness.

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1. Kaylen Soriano
2. L. A. Sprague
3. Wendy Gingell
4. Sarah Morris
5. Nicole Roth
6. Belinda Mooney
7. Stephanie Boyle
8. Natasha Minier-Robinson

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