We here at Sickboy are trying to practice what we preach. Speaking openly about your mental health is not always easy and Jer knows this firsthand. This week the boys discuss Jer’s new diagnosis of clinical depression and how an addiction was a manifestation of his recent mental health crisis. Look… video games aren’t BAD, but lying to your friends and loved ones in order to squeeze in more time saving the Sword Coast from the impending Elder Brain infestation as a level 12 half Bard Half Warloc...
Oct 20, 2023•45 min
For Routine Checkup the boys are joined by the remarkable Dr. Michael Dunbar, Professor of Surgery at Dalhousie University. Dr. Dunbar is a trailblazer in orthopedics, with a career spanning three decades and a unique perspective on the future of medicine. Dr. Dunbar explores the world of knee health in sports and how surgery is evolving from treating the average patient to personalized care. He dispels the myth that robots and AI will replace clinicians, explaining that it's the clinicians who ...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 6 min
This week the boys chat with their guest, James, about living with Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP). James shares his journey of having a WILD rare disease with hidden symptoms. A case of feeling perfectly fine, yet being on medication that makes you feel worse. Black dots in the mouth? Google might say it’ll clear up on it’s own. But sometimes it really really doesn’t. James recounts the jaw-dropping reaction of doctors and nurses to his rapidly dropping platelet count. A not so fun adventure of t...
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 1 min
This week Jeremie takes us through his unusual experience with phototherapy, which involved putting sunscreen on his nipples. Now he has ghost nips. But that's just the beginning. In France, a bed bug infestation has caused chaos far beyond the bedroom. Turns out global warming is the surprising culprit behind this global issue, according to James Logan, a professor at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. The gang unpack the (not-so) surprising findings of two remarkable studies: ...
Oct 13, 2023•55 min
Jer's on leave but Bri and Tay are holding down the fort with a captivating conversation with Natalie Ruskin, an award-winning journalist, success coach, and the host of "A Success Of Our Own Podcast." With nearly two decades of expertise in wellbeing, Natalie offers a fresh perspective on sustainable success. Natalie and the boys tackle topics such as imposter syndrome, habit change, and rewiring the brain for thriving success. They also emphasize the importance of introspection and aligning ac...
Oct 11, 2023•1 hr 11 min
Fiona Ramsay, is a Calgary-based designer with a master's in architecture and a passion for sports and the outdoors. Fiona shares her journey through Chiari Malformation Type 1. Although Chiari is something ninjas scream while driving their fists through the chest cavity of their enemies, this is a completely different kind of Chiari. Chiari malformation is a condition in which brain tissue extends into the spinal canal. It occurs when part of the skull is misshapen or smaller than is typical, p...
Oct 09, 2023•56 min•Ep. 417
This week is full of gnar. First Jer shares the horrifyingly cute story of David and his bulldog puppy, Harley. Harley’s not so playful bite on David’s toe revealed a startling truth—David's foot was entirely numb. So numb that he didn’t realize Harley literally chewed his toe off. Like, completely. Rushed to the hospital, doctors discovered two blocked arteries in his leg, a potential amputation risk. Silly Harley! Her taste for flesh led to the discovery that her owner could have died and she ...
Oct 06, 2023•44 min
In today's episode, we have two remarkable guests who are shedding light on a unique intersection of art, culture, and emotion: memorial tattoos and their profound connection to grief. Our first guest, Susan Cadell, is a distinguished member of various multidisciplinary research teams specializing in the field of grief and bereavement. Susan's current research ventures into the world of memorial tattoos, seeking to understand the powerful stories etched into ink. Join us as she shares insights i...
Oct 04, 2023•1 hr 34 min
Buckle up, folks, because this week the fellas are diving into a rollercoaster of topics with “Your Ladyship, Tricia”. Tricia shares her journey through Type 1 diabetes and the eye-opening tales of what happens when young folks don't exactly take the best care of themselves. It's a lesson in resilience and personal growth. Classic Sickboy content! The gang talk about the Ultimate Lifesaver: organ donation. Tricia reminds us all that those crucial conversations with our families about being donor...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 416
This week! Jer fills us in on some WACK ass health crap he’s been dealing with. Itchy skin, powerful steroids, UV light time machines and more! The guys delve into a chilling account of a woman's nightmarish 83-day period, a truly harrowing ordeal that necessitated a blood transfusion. Picture the opening rave scene from Blade, but it's happening between your legs and lasts way longer than anyone should endure. Jer also shares intriguing insights into how your hands can reveal significant clues ...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 5 min
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, we sit down with Rowan Jetté Knox, a renowned author, speaker, and human rights advocate. Rowan's incredible journey in advocating for LGBTQ2S+ inclusion and raising awareness about mental health has had a profound impact worldwide. We dive into his latest book, "ONE SUNNY AFTERNOON". He shares the courage it took to seek help when struggling with suicidality as September is Suicide Awareness Month. Throughout the conversation, we explore Rowan's personal...
Sep 27, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Daniel is a remarkable individual who has faced the challenges of living with epilepsy for 27 years. His journey is a testament to courage, tenacity, and that good ol' human spirit that just won't quit. Little Danny, just a wee tot of four, was on a family adventure in Montreal. And then, bam! Out of nowhere, he's hit with a grand mal seizure that sends him zooming to the nearest hospital. Thus began his epic odyssey through the land of pills, scans, and a gazillion doctors' appointments. Some t...
Sep 25, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 415
This week the boys are delving deep into the jaw-dropping findings of a recent study on near-death experiences, where the line between life and the great beyond gets a little blurry. A recent study shows how patients displayed brain activity in the delta, theta, alpha, and beta ranges, indicating possible conscious activity over 60 minutes AFTER their heart stopped! Maybe ghosts are real? Brian showed up with a Gen Z haircut but he’s behind in the race for the most trendy 'do. One rapper from Me...
Sep 22, 2023•54 min
In this captivating episode, we sit down with Jeremy Carne, a multifaceted artist, producer, meditation teacher, and model who has traversed the worlds of comedy, music, and spirituality across the UK, US, and Australia. With over 2 billion views on his produced videos and more than 30 years of spiritual practice, Jeremy's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Jeremy's unique upbringing within a community often labeled as a "cult" raises intriguing questions about the boundaries between lib...
Sep 20, 2023•1 hr 15 min
**Trigger Warning - Discussions Of Eating Disorders & Body Image** This week things get equally as hilarious as they do get heart-wrenching. The guys invite Cameo, a courageous 21-year-old fourth-year Microbiology major at UVic on Vancouver Island to share her inspiring journey of resilience. While her academic pursuits at the Deeley Research Center (DRC), a BC Cancer lab, are impressive, her personal battle with eating disorders takes center stage. From the tender age of eight, Cameo strugg...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 414
Love. It can be beautiful and it can be weird… like really weird. The guys delve into the unsettling story of a 26-year-old man in Peru who was recently discovered carrying a 600 to 800-year-old mummy in a food delivery cooler bag. This ancient relic, dating back to the Inca civilization, was far more than a historical artifact to him; it was his "spiritual girlfriend.” In a more somber note the guys shine a spotlight on the heartbreaking story of Stephanie Aston, a 33-year-old woman from New Ze...
Sep 15, 2023•49 min
In this episode, the guys are honoured to join Dr. Sammy! A distinguished medical professional with a wealth of experience and a passion for palliative care reform. Dr. Sammy, a McMaster University Medical School graduate, holds a remarkable record of accomplishment. With a background in Family Medicine and fellowship training in Palliative Medicine, she dedicates her clinical practice to the community, providing compassionate care in patients' homes. But Dr. Sammy’s impact extends beyond the cl...
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr 6 min
At just 22 years old, John embarked on his personal training business, but life had an unexpected twist. At the age of 27, he was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS), a debilitating autoimmune disease that targets the spine, hips, and even vital organs. This progressive disease threatened to derail his dreams and ambitions. However, John's resilience and unwavering spirit shone through. He refused to be defined by his diagnosis and embraced a powerful mantra: "I'm more than the bad things...
Sep 11, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 413
This week is all about ICK. In a bizarre medical twist down under, a Canberra hospital found a live worm partying in an Australian woman's brain! After weeks of mysterious symptoms, a neurosurgeon pulled out an 8cm-long roundworm from her noggin. The worm, named Ophidascaris robertsi, is usually a python's buddy, making this a world-first case of an unexpected brain-crasher. The suspect? Native grasses collected from where pythons go dookie. Speaking of ick and dookie - a Delta Airlines flight b...
Sep 08, 2023•51 min
This week the gang have the privilege of speaking with Teague Foreman, a 27-year-old physiotherapist hailing from Woodstock, NB, who has not only dedicated herself to improving the lives of others but also triumphed over her own health challenges. Teague shares her inspiring journey from a childhood filled with sports, including competitive swimming, to becoming a highly educated professional with a Bachelor of Science in Biomechanics and a Master of Science in Physiotherapy. What sets Teague ap...
Sep 06, 2023•54 min
Get ready for a rollercoaster ride with this week's guest, Jocelyn Kervin! She's not just rocking the high school music scene but also strikes a chord in the world of Multiple Myeloma awareness. Imagine going from running 5K races around Toronto to receiving a life-altering diagnosis at 43 of a disease you've never even heard of! We chat about everything from the rapid advancements in MM treatments to the urgent need for early diagnosis. Once considered an "older person's cancer," MM is making i...
Sep 04, 2023•50 min•Ep. 412
Join Taylor and Brian for a Feel-Good Friday episode of Sickboy Podcast that's a whirlwind of emotions. We start with a concerning update from Nova Scotia, where the rise in pleasant weather has led to an increase in melanoma cases. Next, we share an awe-inspiring tale of a woman who regains her voice 20 years after a stroke, thanks to the power of AI. We conclude with a poignant story about a Japanese couple who break their 20-year silence, reminding us that it's never too late for love. Tune i...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Life might seem pretty strange if you live more than 50 years with autism, but never know it. Today we're sitting down with Tom Bennett, Master Tailor in London's historic Savile Row, to talk about walking through life trying to figure out where he fits in, creating relationships and finding his passion, and attention, for creating the finest garments money can buy.
Aug 30, 2023•57 min
Is it Tara or Tara? Well, if you can't answer that then good luck pronouncing Myasthenia Gravis or Enneagram. Don't worry, we'll get to the bottom of it! This week, Tara (you'll find out) joins us to unravel her intricate journey with Myasthenia Gravis, or MG if that's easier. Diagnosed in 2017, MG did a number on her, snatching away her voice and sapping her muscles—all while remaining an 'invisible' illness to the untrained eye. Don't count Tara out, though. After an odyssey of treatments, sur...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 411
This week on FGF, Tay & Bri are talking radioactive wastewater, how hangin' with your buds for no reason will save your life, and why planes are almost running into each other a lot more than you would hope they do. Also, the AI revolution is the utopia that Taylor is waiting for. Let's wrap this week up with some good vibes and some heavy laughs. Join the post-episode conversation over on Discord! https://discord.gg/expeUDN
Aug 25, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Get ready to play in the mental health jungle gym with the one and only Angela Murphy! This week on Sickboy, we're unravelling the mysteries of the mind like never before. Trauma? Check. The 4 F's (not as scary as report cards, promise)? Check. Wonder Pup Books? Double check. Angela's going to guide us through the funhouse of emotions, and hey, we might even learn how to dodge that pesky burnout along the way. From tiny tots to temperamental teens, she's got the wisdom, laughs, and probably a fe...
Aug 23, 2023•57 min
Grab your seat belts, because Dana Buchli is taking us on a wild ride through pancreases, pacreati, what's plural for pancreas? Born with a rare pancreatic disease that is common in alcoholics (she swears she wasn't a 2-year-old alcoholic), Dana's life has been anything but ordinary. From idiopathic acute pancreatitis to a total pancreatectomy and islet cell transplant surgery, Dana's medical journey reads like a medical textbook. But don't worry, she'll explain what all that means and why you s...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 410
The fellas dive into the astonishing account of an Austrian supermarket in turmoil, forced to evacuate due to a venomous spider. Not just any spider - the Brazilian wandering spider, infamous for inducing agonizing erections and fatal outcomes. Could this spider venom be the answer to a more effictive boner pill? Speaking of pills, a small bit of research is questioning whether over the counter pain killers are not ony numbing us to physical pain but also to our psychological reactions to the wo...
Aug 18, 2023•55 min
This week the fellas are in for a riveting conversation with Stephen Gillen, once the UK's most notorious ex-mobster turned CEO and transformational pioneer. Born amid Belfast's turmoil in 1971, Stephen's life spiraled into crime after grieving the loss of a loved one. He weathered brutal institutions and a 17-year prison sentence, earning the label of a dangerous prisoner. Determined to change, he tackled behavioral issues, addiction, and poverty head-on. Today, as CEO of Roar Media Creative, h...
Aug 16, 2023•52 min
Join Tay and Jer for a compelling episode featuring Ian Hawkins, an international events host, esteemed author, and distinguished business journalist. Ian shares his courageous tale of living with complex congenital heart defects, heterotaxy syndrome, and the loss of autonomy during childhood hospitalization. Transitioning from comedy to journalism, he discusses battling alcoholism and seizing opportunities. Amid the pandemic, bedridden with Covid-19, Ian defied odds by launching a successful bu...
Aug 14, 2023•58 min•Ep. 409
