Arachnoiditis Unfiltered Podcast

Insurance companies are not on your side and most people find that out too late. Aura Taylor, the founder of Taylor Law Firm and the “Policy Limit Queen,” breaks down how injured people can protect their rights, avoid costly mistakes, and maximize recovery before the insurance company starts steering the conversation. What makes this conversation stand out is Aura’s personal mission behind the wor...

Jason West, a multi-degreed professional, shares his journey from the oil and gas industry to cancer research, focusing on a plant-based cancer drug. He discusses the efficacy of the drug, its clinical trials, and the potential impact on cancer treatment. Additionally, he delves into the nutritional supplement industry and the importance of quality and efficacy in product development. The conversa...

The conversation covers the shared experiences of living with chronic illness, particularly MS and arachnoiditis, and the resilience and positivity exhibited by the individuals. It also delves into the challenges, coping mechanisms, and the impact of these conditions on daily life. The conversation transitions into a discussion about the book 'Just F'ing Get On With It' and the message it conveys...

Cystic fibrosis does not have to mean giving up your life, your voice, or your future. Nick Kelly - registered dietitian, CF ambassador, speaker, and author, shares the mindset, systems, and hard-won perspective that help him thrive while living with a chronic illness. Nick and host Steve Lovelace unpack what it really takes to manage CF day to day, from a medication routine that once reached 56 p...

The Chronic Life: Raw Food, Longevity, and Listening to Your Body In this episode of "the chronic life" presented by Arachnoiditis Unfiltered , Steve Lovelace sits down with Axay Shah, the “raw food guru,” to explore how nutrition, energy, and self-awareness can shape health outcomes for people living with chronic illness and inflammatory disease. Axay shares how a personal experiment with raw foo...

Health is not just about living longer - it is about reclaiming the energy, clarity, and resilience to actually live your life. Nutrition expert Cherie Calbom, the Juice Lady, joins Steve Lovelace to reveal the food choices that quietly fuel inflammation, chronic illness, and fatigue, and the simple swaps that can help turn things around. Cherie brings decades of hard-earned expertise to this conv...

A one split-second crash turned into a coma, a 1-in-10 survival outlook, and a story that still defies logic. Vincent Van den Broeck sits down with Steve Lovelace to unpack what happens when life hits you at full speed and how resilience becomes the difference between breaking and coming back stronger. After being struck by a car, Vincent wakes to a reality no one expected him to survive. Steve, w...

EPISODE DESCRIPTION - Ready to publish Chronic pain is not always a surgical problem. Dr. Sean Altman explains why so many treatments miss the real source of pain, and how a precision-based functional medicine approach can help people with arachnoiditis, cauda equina syndrome, migraines, long COVID, dysautonomia, TMJ, and stubborn orthopedic injuries finally move forward. If you live with pain tha...

Most people misunderstand the urgent warning signs of kidney infections, and how quickly they can escalate into life-threatening situations. In this deeply personal episode, host Steve Lovelace shares his recent harrowing experience with kidney infection and sepsis, revealing what often gets missed or dismissed until it’s too late. If you or someone you care about has a chronic illness or faces su...

Most people believe breast cancer only affects women, but the truth is far more complex, and devastatingly unfamiliar. Jake Messier, a military veteran and one of just 1% of men to develop male breast cancer, shares his raw, unfiltered journey from diagnosis to advocacy. His story is a powerful reminder that cancer doesn’t discriminate by gender and that awareness, research, and inclusion are more...

Most cancer treatments are brutal, often sacrificing quality of life for a chance at survival. But what if there was a smarter, targeted way to fight cancer, one that kills with fewer side effects and more precision? Dr. Munir Ghesani reveals the groundbreaking technology behind Theranostics, an innovative approach that promises to revolutionize how we diagnose and treat cancer. Imagine treatments...

Most people let their diagnoses define them. But Risa August’s story proves you can rewrite the narrative—transforming a life-threatening disease into a source of unstoppable resilience. From years of misdiagnosis to life-saving brain surgery, Risa’s journey is a masterclass in advocate power and mental toughness. In this episode, you’ll discover how Risa conquered a complex hormone disorder with...

Most people don't realize how profoundly chronic illness can reshape their lives, until they discover a mindset shift that turns pain into purpose. This episode pulls back the curtain on living with autoimmune conditions, pain, and the relentless unpredictability of arachnoiditis, showing you how resilience and community build hope where it once seemed impossible. We explore the raw realities of c...

Here's a description for your episode: Episode Description Most caregivers and those suffering from chronic pain deal with the unrelenting challenge of navigating day-to-day life in a state of constant uncertainty. What if there was a way to find clarity, connection, and even moments of joy amidst so much chaos? This episode turns conventional wisdom on its head, revealing how honesty, innovative...

Most spinal pain treatments focus only on mechanical fixes, but what if you could treat the nerve damage and correct the spine simultaneously? Dr. Nameer Haider unveils a groundbreaking neuromodulation technology—Synerfuse—that combines mechanical spine correction with dorsal root ganglion stimulation. This innovative approach targets nerve pain at its root, offering a potential game-changer for c...

Most caregivers feel overwhelmed by the emotional and physical toll of supporting loved ones with chronic illnesses, but this episode flipping the script reveals a powerful truth: resilience and purpose can turn suffering into strength. Don St. Louis and his wife Zan Lyrae share their raw, inspiring journey navigating arachnoiditis, loss, and love—showing that even when life’s most difficult momen...

Most people overlook how devastating autoimmune diseases like arthritis really are—until they’re living with them. In this eye-opening episode, we break down the raw realities of managing arthritis from diagnosis to daily resilience, revealing the surprisingly invisible battles millions face with humor, courage, and unfiltered honesty. Join us as we speak with advocates who turned their diagnoses...

The conversation explores the critical role of protein in managing chronic illness, emphasizing its importance in healing, recovery, and overall well-being. It also highlights the impact of protein deficiency on the body and provides strategies for increasing protein intake to improve quality of life. Additionally, the importance of physical activity in conjunction with protein consumption is emph...

Most people with chronic inflammation or autoimmune conditions like Crohn's are told medication is their only option—and yet, the story you’re about to hear will challenge everything you think you know about healing. Hadley Ott, a former Crohn's patient who healed himself naturally, shares his transformative journey from years of conventional treatment to a life free of drugs, driven by diet, mind...

Most people with arachnoiditis wake up with the condition, never knowing exactly how it happened—and often without memory of the accident itself. Enoch Carter's story cuts through that darkness. After a devastating ATV collision shattered his lower spine and broke his face, he not only faced the physical trauma but also a profound loss of memory—feeling like a stranger in his own body. His journey...

Benefit concert to support Aphasia Unlearned, June 5th 2026 at The Grand Theater in Salem Oregon. Watch to the end to see the the special guest performer, unveiling an original song, just for this event donating his time, musical talents and love for a brother and his cause! Most stroke survivors believe recovery is limited to the first few months, but what if that’s fundamentally wrong? In this e...

The conversation covers the journey of ultra endurance, creating impact and systems, choosing your pain, living by your values, learning from mistakes, and finding positivity in difficult circumstances. The conversation delves into the nature of happiness, recognizing patterns and reactions, creating a healthy environment, utilizing the neuroendocrine system, managing negative environments, dealin...

Unlock the hidden connections between dysautonomia, POTS, and arachnoiditis in this eye-opening conversation that could transform how you understand chronic illness. If you or someone you love struggles with mysterious symptoms like dizziness, heart irregularities, or gut issues, particularly after a spinal injury or infection, this episode is your essential guide to navigating diagnosis, treatmen...

The conversation with JD Tremblay covers topics related to endurance, recovery, and understanding the body's systems. JD's background and achievements are discussed, highlighting his expertise in ultra-endurance triathlons. The importance of sleep and recovery, as well as the concept of quality vs. quantity in recovery, are explored. Additionally, the conversation delves into understanding the bod...

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