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What the Ef?!

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What the Ef?! is the podcast that says out loud what everyone else with epilepsy is thinking: WTF is happening right now?! Hosted by Landis Wiedner, this show unpacks the unfiltered, often hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking realities of life with epilepsy. Each week, Landis brings together neurologists, advocates, celebrities, caregivers, and everyday people to share raw stories, expert insights, ... more

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Five years of memories: gone. Landis sits down with Mia, who lost most of high school to undiagnosed epilepsy—and no, the memories don’t come back if you show her photos (people keep trying). She still has seizures every day and every night—and yes, ... more

Are you a late-night scroller who swears it “helps you relax”? Yeah… this episode is for you. Landis sits down with neurologist and sleep specialist Dr. Chris Allen to break down how to actually build better sleep habits with epilepsy — not just why ... more

Teaching high school is hard. Teaching high school with epilepsy? Next level. Charlie joins Landis to talk about navigating the classroom with epilepsy — including student teaching, when seizures required using a wheelchair. 

They share what it’s ta... more

This week, Landis sits down with Jason — a longtime nurse and fellow person with epilepsy — to talk about what seizure action plans really look like in real life. Not the perfect-on-paper version. The messy, human, constantly evolving one.

Jason sha... more

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Recent Guests

Mia Randell
Epilepsy advocate and Cameron Boyce Foundation board member
Cameron Boyce Foundation
Episode: Seizures Every Day, Every Night with Mia Randell
Dr. Christopher Allen
Neurologist specializing in sleep, also known as Sleep Dr. Chris
Sleep Doctor Chris Allen
Episode: How to Actually Sleep Better with Dr. Chris Allen (aka Sleep Dr. Chris)
Charlie Dishman
High school science teacher living with epilepsy
Episode: Being a Teacher With Epilepsy with Charlie Dishman
Jason Raether
School nurse, epilepsy advocate
Episode: Do I Need a Seizure Action Plan? (Probably. Here’s Why.) with Jason Raether, RN
Mukki Gill
CEO of the ZOR app and undergraduate student passionate about technology for epilepsy care.
ZOR app
Episode: How Do I Actually Track My Seizures? with Mukki Gill
Spenser Jaye
Former professional athlete and Division 1 soccer player living with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy.
Episode: Can I Play Pro Sports with Epilepsy? Yes, If You're Spenser Jaye.
Dr. Claude Steriade
Epileptologist specializing in autoimmune epilepsy
NYU Comprehensive Epilepsy Center
Episode: I Didn’t Know I Could Ask My Doctor That with Dr. Claude Steriade
Brian Garcia de Leon
A seizure survivor sharing his personal experiences with epilepsy and its impact on his life.
Episode: I Woke Up To A Boot Kicking In My Windshield with Brian Garcia de Leon
Dr. Sandi Lam
Division head of neurosurgery at Lurie Children's Hospital
Lurie Children's Hospital
Episode: Why Does This Research Feel Like a Hug? with Dr. Sandi Sam

Host

Landis Wiedner
Host of What the Ef?!

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Shaky life

    As an epileptic this is awesome to find and hear! on a horror of a day no seizure but I can feel one brewing! Thx for lifting my spirits 💜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sydkellz
    Canada7 months ago
  • Thank you so much!

    Thank you for this incredible show. Your honesty and willingness to engage in difficult yet meaningful conversations is truly special. I deeply appreciate your vulnerability and the ongoing dialogue you foster. As someone with epilepsy, I feel seen and heard—what you’re doing is truly important.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ajwilson17
    United Statesa year ago
  • Need to stop using bad language

    Using the F words and other words that are cussing is not what epilepsy is about I would like to give you a Greater rating if y’all stop using bad language

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NATHANIEL STEPHENSON III
    United States2 years ago
  • Good for all!

    I just finished the first episode and really appreciated the conversation. I don’t have epilepsy, but do have a fellow “invisible disease”. I could definitely draw some parallels. Worth a share to anyone in your life who has gone through a long diagnosis period, invisible illness, etc. Thanks gals!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WillowHawthorne
    United States3 years ago
  • Inspiring!

    Just listened to the first episode and I loved it! So motivational to seize life and make the best of it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barb Rav
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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People find personal stories inspiring and informative, often sharing how the show helps with diagnosis, treatment decisions, and daily management.
Listeners appreciate the candid, supportive vibe and practical epilepsy conversations.
Guests are diverse and the host keeps topics relatable and actionable.
Some feedback requests less explicit language to keep the tone accessible for all audiences.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Seizures Every Day, Every Night with Mia Randell
Q: What does it mean to you to be a friend?
Being a friend means offering support in the way the other person needs, listening without always offering unsolicited advice, and adjusting what you say based on what they need in that moment.
Seizures Every Day, Every Night with Mia Randell
Q: If you could tell your newly diagnosed self one thing, what would it be?
Don't be afraid to speak up for yourself in different spaces; you're not less intelligent, you just need a different approach, and your advocacy and knowledge will help you navigate new systems.
Seizures Every Day, Every Night with Mia Randell
Q: What's your favorite color?
Yellow, sunshine yellow, which mirrors the brightness and optimism Mia brings to the conversation despite the challenges of epilepsy.
Do I Need a Seizure Action Plan? (Probably. Here’s Why.) with Jason Raether, RN
Q: What does it mean to you to be a friend?
Friendship means being someone who actively listens and is there for others without question.
Do I Need a Seizure Action Plan? (Probably. Here’s Why.) with Jason Raether, RN
Q: If you could go back and tell your newly diagnosed self one thing, what would it be?
I didn't need to know it all and should have leaned on others for support.

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This show centers on lived epilepsy experience, mixing personal stories with expert insights to demystify seizures, treatments, and daily life. Episodes often feature neurologists, advocates, caregivers, and patients who share practical strategies for managing memory gaps, sleep, and safety, along with candid conversations about stigma, healthcare navigation, and advocacy. A standout throughline is weaving humor with tough topics to make information accessible, while highlighting emerging tech, education, and community support that help people live more fully with epilepsy.

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Recent guests on What the Ef?! include:

1. Mia Randell
2. Dr. Christopher Allen
3. Charlie Dishman
4. Jason Raether
5. Mukki Gill
6. Spenser Jaye
7. Dr. Claude Steriade
8. Brian Garcia de Leon

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