Diagnosed Podcast

The undeniable bond between humans and dogs. In this episode, Tony Pallotta, a professional dog trainer and founder of Working K9, joins Albano, a friend of over 30 years, to explore the deep connection between humans and their K9 partners. Together they discuss how this relationship goes far beyond simple training, but the value dogs add to human health and well being. Tony shares real stories of...

After being diagnosed with HLH, a rare and life-threatening autoimmune disease, Jared spent six weeks on life support, losing over 40 pounds and facing a battle that pushed him to his limits—physically, mentally, and emotionally. In this episode, he shares what it was like to fight through that darkness and how resilience, faith, and the support of others helped him rebuild his life from the groun...

Dr. Samir Seif returns to the Diagnosed Podcast for a powerful conversation exploring the role of nutrition, natural medicine, and lifestyle in managing chronic disease — including diabetes, inflammation, and cancer support. In this episode, Dr. Seif shares insights from his work in botanical and orthomolecular medicine, explaining how nutrient deficiencies and mineral imbalances can impact overal...

Danny returns to the Diagnosed Podcast for a powerful follow-up conversation this time sharing his journey living with myasthenia gravis and the path from fear to confidence after diagnosis and treatment. In this episode, Danny opens up about the physical and emotional reality of living with a rare autoimmune disease, navigating misdiagnoses, and rebuilding strength after losing independence. He s...

Most people don’t truly understand the emotional weight of a cancer diagnosis until they experience it firsthand. In this episode, Trevor shares his journey through lymphoma and the unexpected power of community that helped carry him through it. From navigating treatment without a family doctor to finding strength in small moments — like ringing the treatment bell or leaning on nurses, volunteers,...

Kelly shares her journey living with polycystic kidney disease (PKD), life on dialysis, and her search for a living kidney donor. Diagnosed at 21, Kelly opens up about self-advocacy, mental health, and the importance of support when navigating chronic illness. She also discusses her advocacy work and the need for greater awareness around kidney disease and living donation.

In this episode of the Diagnosed Podcast, Samir joins us to share how his background in MMA shaped the way he understands nutrition, movement, and overall health. From the importance of protein to fueling the body for performance and recovery, Samir breaks down how what we eat directly impacts how we feel, train, and live. Drawing from his experience as a naturopath and osteopath, Samir talks abou...

Welcome to the Diagnosed Podcast!  Real Life. Real People. Real Stories.  After overcoming her breast cancer diagnosis and completing treatment, Laura refused to let her story end there. Instead of stepping back into life quietly, she stepped forward with purpose. In this episode, Laura shares how her journey inspired her to give back, getting involved in multiple fundraising events, supporting ot...

Catherine and Brent sit down with us for one of the most eye-opening and educational conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast. Catherine shares her family’s lifelong battle with Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD)—a diagnosis that changed everything. From discovering her father had PKD, to learning that every sibling, including herself, inherited it, Catherine opens up about the difficult decisions...

Welcome to the Diagnosed Podcast!  Real Life. Real People. Real Stories.  This is part 2 to episode 6, a continuation to Vic's Story. The Episode takes you through a life of turbulence filled with intense drama. Struggling to find acceptance in a new country, Vic finds himself in an attempted kidnapping. This and other struggles saw him rebelling and committing petty crime before graduating to a m...

Welcome to the Diagnosed Podcast!  Real Life. Real People. Real Stories.  This episode takes you through a life of turbulence filled with intense drama. Struggling to find acceptance in a new country, Vic finds himself in an attempted kidnapping. This and other struggles saw him rebelling and committing petty crime before graduating to a more serious offence which ultimately got him shot, arrested...

Welcome to the Diagnosed Podcast!  Real Life. Real People. Real Stories.  In this episode, Bill opens up about his journey of overcoming alcohol addiction and the impact it had on his family and his life. He shares the mental battles, the moments of realization, and the strength it took to finally make a change. Bill describes how addiction consumed his world and how, in his words, “alcohol was my...

Welcome to the Diagnosed Podcast!  Real Life. Real People. Real Stories.  In this episode, Brian opens up about his personal journey as a two-time testicular cancer survivor. He shares the shock of hearing his diagnosis, not once, but twice and the emotional and physical toll that came with each round of chemotherapy. While Brian is currently in remission, he continues to navigate the lasting ment...

Welcome to the Diagnosed Podcast Where Real People come to Real Stories We hope you find Comfort in listening to others stories of struggle, resilience, Victory and everything in between. In this episode Danny speaks about his life and his struggles with cocaine addiction and his life after beating his addiction, amazing story, very emotional and humorous. Every Wednesday on Spotify, Apple Podcast...

Welcome to the Diagnosed Podcast Where Real People come to tell Real Stories We hope you find Comfort in listening to others stories of struggle, resilience, Victory and everything in between. In this episode Steve tells Albano the story of what happened before and after his wife Maggie was Diagnosed with Breast Cancer, very emotional and heartfelt story. Stay tuned for more Every Wednesday on Spo...

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