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Untold Stories: Life with a Severe Autoimmune Condition

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Myasthenia Gravis
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
Community Support
CIDP
Self-Advocacy
Patient Advocacy
Resilience
Mental Health
Chronic Illness
Autoimmune Conditions
Autoimmune Disease
Life With CIDP
Autoimmune Diseases
Healthcare Communication
Parenting
Hope
Caregiving
Covid-19
Cultural Differences
Healthcare Disparities

For people diagnosed with a rare, autoimmune condition like myasthenia gravis (MG) or chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), life can change in the blink of an eye. But these conditions affect everyone differently, and each person has a story to tell. Welcome to “Untold Stories: Life with a Severe Autoimmune Condition,” a Ruby Studio from iHeart Media production in partnership w... more

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Latest Episodes

Amanda shares how a CIDP diagnosis changed nearly every aspect of her life, ultimately leading her to become a powerful advocate for the rare disease community. Join Martine Hackett as she explores the emotional impact of diagnosis, the power of conn... more

Alicia, an artist and musician living with seronegative MG, shares her story of persistence, self-advocacy, and finding the right support system. Join Martine Hackett as she explores how connection and shared experiences can help people navigate even... more

Mel is a dancer living with CIDP. Lindsay is a writer living with dermatomyositis. In this episode, Martine Hackett explores how similar the emotional journey can feel as two people living with different rare diseases navigate uncertainty, self-advoc... more

In the season premiere, J’Sean shares what it’s like to live with MG with ocular symptoms. Join Martine Hackett as she explores the real impact of ocular symptoms–– and how understanding that impact can help you be heard and find the right support. more

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Recent Guests

Brandon Cutrell
Patient living with Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP)
Episode: Brandon & Dr. Thawani: The power of shared-decisions
Dr. Sujata Thawani
Neurologist and associate professor with a focus on neuromuscular conditions at NYU's Grossman School of Medicine
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Episode: Brandon & Dr. Thawani: The power of shared-decisions
Lea Middeldorf
A 21-year-old from Germany living with myasthenia gravis, sharing her personal journey and challenges faced along the way.
Episode: Community Support Across Borders
Corbin Whittington
Global strategist engineer and passionate advocate for those with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP).
GBS CIDP Foundation International
Episode: Power in Community
Leah Gaetan-Diaz
Mexican-American woman and native Spanish speaker living with myasthenia gravis
Episode: Understanding Cultural Differences

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Martine Hackett
Host of Untold Stories: Life with a Severe Autoimmune Condition

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Slop

    This is obviously astroturf content backed by whatever company makes the drug that treats it

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    sympleko
    United States10 months ago
  • Repetitive Ads

    I’m sure this is a worthwhile podcast for the narrow audience to which it directly applies. I am not this audience (even as a scientist interested in the health journey of others). Please consider targeting your ads more directly - I am hearing them 4x in an hour podcast, for several weeks now. It’s a skip every time and now a negative review in hopes the message arrives.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Elizanor23
    United States10 months ago
  • Great show

    Congratulations for having an amazing show, but I have one HUGE ask!!!

    Please take out Natalia Grace from your promotional clips that pop up on other podcasts. Please please! I get a weird feeling when hearing her voice. And I know I am not the only one!!

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danny Baez!
    Mexico2 years ago
  • So important to the community

    This podcast is so important for this community. Such a great space to share the stories of the people living with these conditions. Despite the challenges of living with MG, this fills me with so much hope.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MESTRK
    United States2 years ago
  • It’s the little things

    I was shocked to find this show and see myself in every story. 12 years into life with MG and things have gotten easier to manage. At the end of the day it’s realizing your not alone that fills in the cracks on the hard days. Thank you for making this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C Buhay
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Helpful medical context paired with personal advocacy stories.
Inspiring hope and resilience from real-life experiences.
Strong sense of community and practical resources, though ads can feel heavy for some.
Balanced stories that empower listeners with MG and CIDP journeys.

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Alicia: The Long Road to Answers with Seronegative MG
Q: What was the experience like when you started to suspect MG but test results were negative?
Negative tests didn't rule out MG, especially for seronegative patients; doctors considered Horner's syndrome or other conditions, and the real confirmation required a broader clinical picture and follow-up testing.
Alicia: The Long Road to Answers with Seronegative MG
Q: Alicia, can you take us back to what your life was like before your diagnosis?
I was constantly traveling and making music, living a fast-paced life on planes and in studios, which made the onset of MG harder to notice and diagnose.
Aging With an Autoimmune Disease
Q: What advice would you give to others just starting on their journey, especially those people who are at your stage of life?
Sandy advises others to learn from the experience, engage in support groups, and understand that it's possible to manage MG effectively with the right guidance.
Aging With an Autoimmune Disease
Q: Sandy, how has managing your MG changed the way you show up as a grandmother today?
Sandy mentions that while MG has affected her attendance at some events, she cherishes the times she can participate and support her grandsons' baseball games.
Rediscovering Purpose
Q: How has your definition of success and joy changed?
Tanya shared that she now recognizes that what she does is enough, and she finds joy in the small things and connection with others.

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Explores lived experiences of people with rare autoimmune conditions such as myasthenia gravis (MG) and CIDP, highlighting diagnostic journeys, treatment decisions, daily adaptations, and resilience. Episodes center on personal narratives, advocacy, caregiver and family dynamics, and the role of healthcare teams, with guest voices ranging from patients to clinicians and advocates. A recurring through-line is navigating uncertainty, leveraging patient-led communities, and translating medical information into practical strategies for living and thriving despite chronic illness. The show often weaves in perspectives on trials, community support, and awareness-building to empower listeners who share similar health journeys or are seeking care r... more

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