Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the intersections of survival

 Caregiving isn’t a job you apply for. It’s a role life assigns you, often without warning or pay, but always with stakes that feel impossibly high. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Intersection of Survival. Stay connected: www.scarrednotsilent.com | scarrednotsilent@gmail.com | Support the show by leaving a review!  Oh! If you would l...

A brief and honest reflection on the emotional and physical aftermath of a recent scare with my hematologist, and what the results revealed. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Intersection of Survival. Stay connected: www.scarrednotsilent.com | scarrednotsilent@gmail.com | Support the show by leaving a review!  Oh! If you would like to s...

In this short but powerful episode, I share how a 21-second phone call shifted my entire mindset. Sometimes, it’s the smallest moments that leave the biggest impact. Tune in to hear what was said—and why it reminded me that connection, kindness, and timing can change everything. This was a call I received on 6/16/25 Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Sto...

Dialysis isn’t just a medical treatment — it’s a financial battlefield. In this episode, I speak about the hidden costs of staying alive and how DaVita’s social workers and financial team helped me navigate the storm. But the real lesson? No one can advocate for you like you can. We talk about support systems, self-advocacy, and what it takes to survive beyond the machine. Send us Fan Mail Support...

In this raw and reflective episode, Rodney shares how he navigated the emotional and physical demands of home dialysis in 2015, and how a simple moment of connection with a patient reminded him that gratitude can find a way even in frustration. This story honors the power of shared experience, the resilience of patients, and the quiet strength of showing up, again and again. Send us Fan Mail Suppo...

In this episode of Scarred Not Silent , Rodney opens up about the kind of gratitude that doesn’t come easy. The kind born from loss, pain, and survival. This isn’t about being thankful for everything—it’s about finding meaning in anything. Through raw reflection and gentle truth, Rodney invites you to pause, breathe, and rediscover the quiet power of choosing gratitude, even when life leaves a mar...

On this episode, I share the chaotic, emotional, and unexpectedly funny story of my final night on hemodialysis. From tangled tubes to Tucson heat, and a surprise cameo from my wife as Gordon Ramsey, this is a raw look at what it really means to unplug for good and face freedom with a new mindset. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Inter...

In this episode, Rodney shares the unforgettable moment a doctor "popped" the catheter out of his chest. A raw and honest reflection follows on medical vulnerability, trust, and what it means to feel seen in the healthcare system. From fear to freedom, clinic chairs to home dialysis, the story goes deeper than just the procedure.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Thanks for tuning in t...

I was throwing up in nursing home restrooms, working through exhaustion, and smiling through pain. "Before the Glory" exposes the brutal truth behind dialysis, the silent suffering, the mental anguish, and why showing up every day was the real win. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Intersection of Survival. Stay connected: www...

I walked into the doctor's office for routine bloodwork. Weeks later, I was lying under surgical lights, counting backwards from 10. This episode shares the story of the day I became a kidney warrior. Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Intersection of Survival. Stay connected: www.scarrednotsilent.com | scarrednotsilent@gmail.com |...

In this premiere episode, Rodney shares the moment that changed his life forever. What started as a routine check-up after a car accident turned into a life altering diagnosis, kidney failure. With no warning signs, no roadmap, and a thousand unanswered questions, he was suddenly thrust into the world of dialysis, waiting lists, and survival.  In this powerful kickoff, you'll hear the raw tru...