S5E15: "Which Came First? Depression in Chronic Illness vs. Depression Causing Chronic Illness" Keywords : long COVID, depression, chronic illness, mental health, medical care, trauma-informed therapy, patient advocacy, integrated care, emotional suffering, physical symptoms Summary : In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie discusses the intricate relationship between chronic illness and depression. She explores how depression can arise as a response to chronic illness and how i...
Jul 08, 2025•5 min•Season 5Ep. 15
S5E14: "Parenting wth Long COVID" Keywords : Long COVID, parenting, chronic illness, emotional presence, support, guilt, flexible scheduling, mental health, caregiver, family dynamics Summary : In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie discusses the unique challenges of parenting while living with Long COVID. She shares her personal experiences and insights on navigating the emotional and physical toll of chronic illness on family life. The conversation covers themes of guilt, the...
Jul 04, 2025•16 min•Season 5Ep. 14
S5E1: "But You look So Well" (+Weight Mgmt & SGB) Keywords: Long COVID, health management, weight loss, community support, treatment options, personal experiences, wedding reflections, coping strategies, mental health, wellness Summary : In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie shares her experiences attending a wedding while managing long COVID symptoms. She discusses the challenges of social events, the importance of pacing, and the misconceptions people have about long COV...
Jul 02, 2025•17 min•Season 5Ep. 1
S5E13: "Active Rest vs True Rest" Summary : In this episode of Long Covid Real Talk, Katherine Marie shares the difference between true rest and active rest. True rest can prevent PEM while active rest can cause PEM. Recommendation from a fellow Long Hauler: USE A WEIGHTED BLANKET to get deeper rest/sleep! Please share, subscribe, and leave a 5 star review if you liked today’s episode! Thanks for listening! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Listen to our podcast here: www.longcovidrealtalk.com https://open.spotify.com...
Jun 24, 2025•4 min•Season 5Ep. 13
S5E12: "When Rest is Medicine - Avoiding the Crash Before It Starts" Keywords: Long COVID, rest, post-exertional malaise, pacing tips, health, healing, energy management, neuroscience, immune system, mental health Summary: In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie discusses the critical importance of rest for individuals living with long COVID. She explains the difference between active rest and true rest, emphasizing the biological reasons behind the need for adequate rest. Kathe...
Jun 17, 2025•6 min•Season 5Ep. 12
S5E11: "Strategies for Managing Social Gatherings " Keywords : Long COVID, social gatherings, wedding experience, coping strategies, acceptance, hearing difficulties, energy management, social anxiety, personal reflections, health challenges Summary : In this episode of Long Covid Real Talk, Katherine Marie shares her experiences attending a family wedding while managing the challenges of Long COVID. She discusses the strategies she employed to navigate social situations, the difficulties she fa...
Jun 10, 2025•13 min•Season 5Ep. 11
S5E10: Recommendation Fatigue Keywords : Long COVID, recommendation fatigue, medical advice, personal experiences, hope, health challenges, ME-CFS, lifestyle changes, patient experiences, chronic illness Summary : In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie discusses the concept of recommendation fatigue, a feeling many long COVID patients experience due to the overwhelming amount of advice and recommendations they receive. She shares her frustrations with medical professionals who ...
Jun 03, 2025•13 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Bonus Episode #8: My Exercise Physiology Appointment Keywords: Long COVID, exercise physiology, nutrition, Zepbound, recovery, strength training, cardio, health tips, wellness, fatigue Summary: In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie shares insights from her recent exercise physiology appointment, discussing the importance of gradual progression in exercise, nutrition tips for recovery, and her personal experience with the medication Zepbound. She emphasizes the need for joyful ...
May 30, 2025•8 min
S5E9: The Impact of Long COVID on Daily Life (w/ Valarie) -- Part 2 Keywords: chronic illness, heart health, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, workplace injury, legal battles, self-advocacy, community support, coping mechanisms, fatigue management, resilience Summary : In this conversation, Valarie shares her harrowing journey through a series of health crises, including a heart condition and chronic illnesses like Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. She discusses the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, t...
May 20, 2025•44 min•Season 5Ep. 8
S5E8: The Impact of Long COVID on Daily Life (w/ Valarie) -- Part 1 Keywords : Long COVID, health challenges, personal story, resilience, community support, fatigue, sensory overstimulation, mental health, recovery journey, chronic illness Summary : In this conversation, Valarie shares her profound journey with long COVID, detailing her life before the illness, the acute infection, and the ongoing challenges she faces. She reflects on her previous energy levels, the impact of fatigue, and the st...
May 20, 2025•34 min•Season 5Ep. 7
S5E7: "Do You Have Urinary Symptoms Related To Long COVID?" Keywords : Long COVID, urinary symptoms, kidney stones, health updates, chronic fatigue, bladder issues, patient experience, healthcare, symptom management, urology Summary : In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie shares her personal experiences with new urinary symptoms related to long COVID, including peeing blood and urinary urgency. She discusses her medical journey, including consultations, tests for kidney stones...
May 13, 2025•12 min•Season 5Ep. 7
S5E6: "The Battle Of The Bulge: Weight Management with Long COVID" Keywords : Long Covid, weight management, obesity, health, medication, lifestyle changes, weight loss, personal experience, health challenges, mental health Summary: In this episode of the Long Covid Real Talk podcast, Katherine Marie discusses her personal journey with weight management amidst the challenges of Long Covid. She shares her struggles with weight gain, the impact of medications, and her efforts to seek medical advic...
May 13, 2025•12 min•Season 5Ep. 6
S5E5: "Getting The 'Proper Diagnosis'" (w/ Lesley) Keywords: Long COVID, health struggles, personal story, disability, mental health, coping strategies, diagnosis, support, advocacy, chronic illness Summary : In this episode of Long Covid Real Talk, Katherine Marie speaks with Lesley, who shares her personal journey with Long COVID. Lesley discusses her active life before the illness, the onset of COVID-19, and the challenges she faced in navigating work and health care systems. She highlights t...
May 06, 2025•39 min•Season 5Ep. 5
S5E4: "Cinderella Moments -- The Illusion of Wellness" Keywords : Long Covid, post-exertional malaise (PEM), social engagement, mental health, chronic illness, relationships, support, recovery, Cinderella moments, health challenges Summary : In this episode of Long Covid Real Talk, Katherine Marie discusses the challenges faced by individuals with long Covid, particularly after social engagements. She uses the metaphor of Cinderella to illustrate the fleeting joy of social interactions followed ...
Apr 29, 2025•8 min•Season 5Ep. 4
S5E3: "When It's A Struggle Just To Exist" Keywords: Long COVID, fatigue, emotional health, mental health, hope, resilience, chronic illness, motherhood, coping strategies, personal experiences Summary: In this episode, Katherine Marie shares her personal struggles with long COVID, focusing on the emotional and cognitive challenges she faces daily. She discusses feelings of hopelessness, fatigue, and the burden of illness on her identity and relationships. Despite these challenges, she emphasize...
Apr 22, 2025•10 min•Season 5Ep. 3
S5E2: **BIPOC Series** "Don't Lose Hope, People!" (w Kiki) How you can reach Kiki: Threads: @alchemythroughsisterhood YouTube : https://youtu.be/KMtTrnC5m90 Keywords : Long COVID, personal story, health journey, coping strategies, mental health, recovery, lifestyle changes, healthcare, symptoms, advocacy Summary : In this episode of the Long COVID Real Talk podcast, Kiki shares her personal journey with long COVID, detailing her life before the illness, the onset of symptoms, and the challenges ...
Apr 15, 2025•44 min•Season 5Ep. 2
S4E25: **BIPOC Series** "Unprecedented Doesn't Mean Impossible" (w/ Cynthia Adinig) How you can reach Cynthia: Email: [email protected] IG: @cynthiaadinig Website: https://www.bipocequityagency.com/ Book: DEI Delusion: https://a.co/d/97VULjY Keywords : Long COVID, advocacy, healthcare, legislation, domestic violence, patient engagement, AI in healthcare, community support, systemic barriers, research innovations, patient-centered research, diversity equity inclusion, AI in healthcare, advo...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 59 min•Season 4Ep. 25
S4E24: "Chillin' Like A Villain" Keywords : cold showers, long Covid, mental clarity, health updates, therapy, medication, wellness, personal experiences, brain fog, neurotransmitters Summary : In this episode of Long Covid Real Talk, Katherine Marie shares her journey with cold showers as a therapeutic practice for managing long Covid symptoms. She discusses her experiences, the importance of consulting with a doctor, and the potential benefits of cold exposure on mental clarity and mood. Kathe...
Mar 25, 2025•6 min•Season 4Ep. 24
S4E23: "Cold Water Therapy: A Path to Recovery from Long COVID" (w/ Nigel) How you can reach Nigel: [email protected] Recommended Books: 1) Chill: The Cold Water Swim Cure - by Dr. Mark Harper 2) Winter Swimming: The Nordic Way Towards a Healthier and Happier Life - by Dr. Susanna Soberg Keywords : Long COVID, cold water therapy, mitochondrial function, recovery, health, wellness, Nigel's journey, chronic fatigue, mental health, energy recovery Summary : In this episode of Long COVID Rea...
Mar 18, 2025•44 min•Season 4Ep. 23
Keywords: Long COVID, mental health, disability claims, workers' compensation, emotional struggles, personal experiences, coping strategies, healthcare challenges, support systems, recovery journey Summary: In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie shares her personal journey with long COVID, detailing the emotional and physical challenges she faces, particularly regarding her recent flare-up and the difficulties with workers' compensation and disability claims. She discusses the ...
Mar 11, 2025•12 min•Season 4Ep. 18
Keywords: Long COVID, hiking, health, wellness, POTS, dysautonomia, nature therapy, mental health, recovery, personal experience Summary: In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie shares her personal journey of adapting to hiking with Long COVID. She discusses the emotional and physical challenges of returning to nature, the joy of experiencing the outdoors again, and the importance of finding ways to engage in activities you love, even if they look different than before. Katherin...
Mar 04, 2025•12 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Keywords: Long COVID, BIPOC, healthcare, primary care, symptoms, Angela Rudolph, COVID experience, chronic illness, patient advocacy, health disparities, Long COVID, healthcare disparities, disability, personal journey, community support, chronic illness, advocacy, mental health, systemic barriers, identity Summary: In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, host Katherine Marie speaks with Angela Rudolph about her personal journey with Long COVID. Angela shares her experiences as an essential wor...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 20
S4 E19: "The Emotional Toll of Medical Appointments" + Bonus content: My Follow-Up Chronic Fatigue Clinic Appointment Keywords: Long COVID, chronic fatigue, medical appointments, medication management, brain fog, patient experience Summary: In this episode of Long COVID Real Talk, Katherine Marie shares her experiences during a recent chronic fatigue clinic appointment. She discusses the challenges of communicating her symptoms, the emotional toll of medical appointments, and the adjustments mad...
Feb 18, 2025•7 min•Season 4Ep. 19
S4 E 18: "Don't Be Afraid To Ask For Help" (w/ Patricia) How to reach out to Patricia: [email protected] Open Medicine Foundation website: https://www.omf.ngo/ - Does a lot of LC research - Engages regularly with the LC community online - Including offering opportunities for participating in research App mentioned during episode: Qomix YouTuber w/ Long COVID mentioned during episode: Physics Girl (Dianna Cowern): https://youtube.com/shorts/xALv93I6xLo?si=QE3jwzWdoZEp4rnY Keywords: Long...
Feb 11, 2025•23 min•Season 4Ep. 18
S4 E17: From Workaholic to Long Hauler (w/ Allex) Keywords: long COVID, health journey, nutrition, recovery, symptoms, wellness, supplements, personal experience, healing, community support Summary: In this conversation, Allex shares her personal journey through COVID-19 and the subsequent long COVID symptoms she experienced. She discusses her initial health struggles, the challenges of identifying her condition, and the importance of nutrition and supplements in her recovery. Allex emphasizes t...
Feb 04, 2025•18 min•Season 4Ep. 17
S4 E16: “Listen To Your Body” (w/ Carrie) Keywords: Long COVID, functional nutrition, health journey, dietary recommendations, liver health, holistic health, nutritionist, ME-CFS, wellness tips, health coaching Summary: In this episode of Long Covid Real Talk, Katherine Marie speaks with Carrie Bailey, a functional nutritionist who shares her personal journey with ME-CFS. They discuss the differences between functional and conventional nutrition, the importance of understanding individual health...
Jan 28, 2025•25 min•Season 4Ep. 16
S4 E15: "If I Go Crazy, Then Will You Still Call Me Superman” Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a 5 star review if you liked today’s episode! Thank you so much for listening! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Listen to our podcast here: www.longcovidrealtalk.com Long Covid Real Talk Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/418306020831350 If you would like to tell your story on the podcast or have any questions or comments — or just want to say hey! You can email: [email protected] Google Vo...
Jan 21, 2025•9 min•Season 4Ep. 15
S4 E14: "Every Day Is A New Day" (w/ Rene) How to connect with Rene: [email protected] Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a 5 star review if you liked today’s episode! Thank you so much for listening! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Long Covid Real Talk Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/418306020831350 If you would like to tell your story on the podcast or have any questions or comments — or just want to say hey! You can email: [email protected] Google Voice/Text: 1-650-382-22...
Jan 17, 2025•27 min
S4 E 13: "Your Illness Doesn't Define You" (w/ Dr. Meg) Dr. Meaghan Anderson is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 12 years experience and is the owner of the private practice, Rising Tides Restorative Training, LLC, created specifically for long COVID rehabilitation. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University in 2013. Her time at Northeastern University was recognized with various awards recognizing leadership, entrepreneurial or innovative spirit, volunteeri...
Jan 14, 2025•42 min•Season 4Ep. 13
S4 E12:”Not Everything Is Your Fault”(w/ Caitlin) How you can reach Caitlin: Caitlin Mari Oliveros, Physical Therapist Founder, Studio Duyan Physical Therapy + Wellness (424) 447-2727 [email protected] studioduyan.com @studioduyan Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a 5 star review if you liked today’s episode! Thank you so much for listening! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Long Covid Real Talk Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/418306020831350 If you would like to tell your story on the ...
Jan 10, 2025•24 min•Season 4Ep. 12
