The Mito Podcast

Ashley and Megan continue their deep dive into the promising supplement, MitoKatlyst, by talking to Sundeep Dugar, co-founder of Blue Oak Nutraceuticals. Mitokatlyst is currently being used by many people diagnosed with mitochondrial disease, including Megan's son, Troy. Sundeep was American Chemical Society’s 2005 National Inventor of the Year and received the 2004 Heroes of Chemistry Award. He i...

Menopause, Hormones and Mitochondria, oh my! Part 3 of 3 in Ashley and Megan's conversation with Monica and Sonya from Blue Oak Nutraceuticals about their promising Mitokatlyst supplement. They go deeper into the connection between hormones, menopause and mitochondrial function. Enjoy! The Mito Podcast - a podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases and othe...

This is part 2 of a 3 part series where Ashley and Megan talk to Monica and Sonya, two of the founders of Blue Oak Nutraceuticals, about their new supplement called Mitokatlyst. Many mito families have been using this supplement and seeing positive health effects. In this episode they dive deeper into the science behind this supplement and its effects on mitochondria activity in cells. *NOTE - Meg...

It's been awhile, but Ashley and Megan are back with a new three part series of Mito Podcast episodes! In this series they talk to Monica and Sonya, two of the founders of Blue Oak Nutraceuticals, about their new supplement called Mitokatlyst. Many mito families have been using this supplement and seeing positive health effects. *NOTE - Megan and Ashley are not affiliated with, or compensated by B...

In this episode, Megan and Ashley continue to talk about grief. Specifically - grieving the life you had planned before your child was diagnosed with a rare disease. While there is so much to be thankful for, parents still have to come to terms with the reality that the life they had imagined is forever changed. This is a podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial D...

Caring for children with rare diseases can be a 24/7 job that is often stressful and challenging for parents. Megan and Ashley share their perspectives on the importance of self-care for the parents and caregivers of special needs and medically fragile children. This is a podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Disease and other rare diseases. Two moms of Mito ki...

In this episode Ashley talks to Megan about the recent loss of her sister-in-law Jen. Jen and Ashley's sisterJamila have two young children together. Ashley describes how the family is dealing with this tragic loss and how people handle grief in different ways.

Megan and Ashley are back after a little break! A quick update about what's been going on in their lives. Happy New Year! This is a podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Disease and other rare diseases. Two moms of Mito kids sharing support and resources and building community. Also available on Apple, Google, Spotify and YouTube. http://mitopodcast.com

Megan and Ashley have a great talk with April, who was diagnosed as an adult with a mitochondrial disease. She is a true Mito warrior and is currently writing her memoir. Find out more: https://www.facebook.com/chronicallyapril and https://aarguin.wixsite.com/website This is a podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Disease and other rare diseases. Two moms of Mi...

Ashley and Megan talk to Sebastien of the Flowering Hope Foundation. His son, Jagger, has Leigh Syndrome, a mitochondrial disease. Sebastien shares his story, and his work in promoting information and research on the use of medical cannabis, which has been instrumental in reducing the number of daily seizures that Jagger suffers. This is a podcast for families and friends of children and adults wi...

Megan and Ashley talk to Rachel from Cecily's Closet. This is an amazing organization that collects and donates equipment and supplies to families of special needs children. It is named in honor of Rachel's daughter Cecily. Find out more at https://www.cecilyscloset.org/ This is a podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Disease and other rare diseases. Two moms o...

Have you registered or donated to the 2022 Mito 5K?! This is the 10th year for this amazing event has raised over $800,000 for mitochondrial disease research! Ashley and Megan give a quick update on this great family event that they help organize and put on each year. Find out more at https://p2p.onecause.com/mito5k This is a podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondri...

Ashley and Megan talk to Ashley's sister, Jamila! She discusses her role with the WorkAbility program in the San Diego Community College District. This amazing program provides vocational assistance and services to adults with disabilities looking to obtain employment during and after their education. "WorkAbility III teaches students the skills that will help them transition to meaningful careers...

Happy New Year! Megan and Ashley talk to Ryan and Sam who have an amazing lifelong friendship. Ryan is from Extreme Motus, a company that makes all-terrain wheelchairs. Ryan has taken his best friend Sam, who has cerebral palsy, on many off-road adventures with his "X3" all-terrain chair - they share their adventures frequently on Youtube, and Instagram and Facebook. Megan's son Troy also has an X...

Happy Holidays! Ashley and Megan talk about gift giving when it comes to special needs kids. A podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases. Two moms of Mito kids sharing support and resources and building community. Also available on Apple, Google, Spotify and YouTube. http://mitopodcast.com

We’ve all suffered through loss and grief after the death of a loved one or family member. In this special episode of The Mito Podcast Megan and Ashley explore the history and traditions of Dia de los Muertos with Ashley’s cousin, Laurie. As Laurie puts it, the goal of these traditions is to “bring a little bit of light to a very challenging time” and help us find solace as we remember our family...

Megan and Ashley talk to Devin, a genetic counselor who has a mitochondrial disease. She offers her unique insight as someone living with mito and working with families who are getting their own diagnoses of genetic diseases and disorders. A podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases. Two moms of Mito kids sharing support and resources and building communit...

Megan and Ashley talk with Seth and his mother Cindy. Seth is a 30 year-old living with mito. A podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases. Two moms of Mito kids sharing support and resources and building community. Also available on Apple, Google, Spotify and YouTube. http://mitopodcast.com

Megan and Ashley talk to Brandi from the Malan Syndrome Foundation. Megan's son Troy has recently been diagnosed with Malan, a very rare genetic disorder, in addition to his mitochondrial dysfunction. Currently, there are about 150 individuals diagnosed with this disorder worldwide.

Megan and Ashley talk about the upcoming annual Mitochondrial Awareness Week from September 19 - 25. This is the only global mito event every year. Hear ideas for how you can support mito awareness! A podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases. Two moms of Mito kids sharing support and resources and building community. Also available on Apple, Google, Spoti...

PART 2! Megan and Ashley talk to Stephanie and hear her incredible mito journey. After losing her infant daughter to mitochondrial disease, she is now pursuing three person in-vitro fertilization in hopes of having a child free of mitochondrial disfunction. Part TWO of a two part interview. A podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases. Two moms of Mito kids...

Megan and Ashley talk to Stephanie and hear her incredible mito journey. After losing her infant daughter to mitochondrial disease, she is now pursuing three person in-vitro fertilization in hopes of having a child free of mitochondrial disfunction. Part one of a two part interview. A podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases. Two moms of Mito kids sharing...

Megan and Ashley welcome back Breanne and Jesse from Boise - one year later(from Episode #14)! Their daughter, Kyra, has Mito, and they talk about life over the last year during COVID. A podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases. Two moms of Mito kids sharing support and resources and building community. Also available on Apple, Google, Spotify and YouTube...

Megan and Ashley welcome back Raquel! Her daughter is Ruby, and she talks about their life over the past year. A podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases. Two moms of Mito kids sharing support and resources and building community. Also available on Apple, Google, Spotify and YouTube. http://mitopodcast.com

Ashley and Megan talk to Leif Weigel, a neurologic music therapist. Leif has been working with Megan's son, Troy, for the last few years. A podcast for families and friends of children and adults with Mitochondrial Diseases. Two moms of Mito kids sharing support and resources and building community. Also available on Apple, Google, Spotify and YouTube. http://mitopodcast.com