Living Chronic
Welcome to the Living Chronic Podcast, where we have real, raw, and honest conversations about life with chronic illness and disability. Hosted by Brandy Schantz, a disabled veteran and chronic illness advocate, this podcast explores the realities of navigating work, healthcare, and everyday life while managing a disability or chronic condition.
Each episode features insightful discussions with medical professionals, disability advocates, and individuals sharing their personal journeys. We tackle topics such as workplace accommodations, navigating the healthcare system, mental health, and breaking down societal barriers that often hold disabled individuals back.
Whether you're living with a chronic condition, supporting a loved one, or looking to create a more inclusive world, Living Chronic is here to provide knowledge, inspiration, and a sense of community.
Join us as we change the conversation around chronic illness because thriving with a disability is not only possible but powerful.
Subscribe now and be part of the movement!
Living Chronic
Latest Episodes
Invisible Illness: A Deep Dive into Women's Health
In this conversation, Brandy Schantz and Emily Ann Mendenhall discuss the complexities of invisible illnesses, particularly in women's health. They explore the intersection of trauma and chronic illness, the challenges of navigating the healthc...
Unlocking Long COVID: Insights from Dr. Norman Gaylis
In this episode of Living Chronic, host Brandy Schantz speaks with Dr. Norman Gaylis, a board-certified rheumatologist who has become an expert in long COVID. Dr. Gaylis shares his serendipitous journey into researching long COVID, which began ...
Living with Dysautonomia and Understanding Long COVID
In this episode of "Living Chronic," Brandy Schantz delves into her personal journey with dysautonomia, shedding light on the latest research, treatment options, and systemic challenges faced by patients. She talks about Long Covid and related ...
Mentorship and Support for Chronic Patients
In this episode of Living Chronic, Brandy Schantz speaks with Matt Reed about his journey with Crohn's disease, the challenges of navigating work while managing a chronic illness, and the importance of mentorship and support systems for those l...
Advocacy in Action: Raising Awareness for Lupus
In this episode of Living Chronic, Brandy Schantz speaks with Mamello, a lupus patient and advocate from South Africa. They discuss the challenging journey to diagnosis, the importance of self-advocacy, and the role of support networks in manag...
