BONUS: "Bodybuilding brought me back to life." - Kaelin Patterson

"This one time in Kankakee... bodybuilding brought me back to life."In this gripping bonus episode of This One Time in Kankakee, Kaelin Patterson shares the most harrowing chapter of his life. On August 28, 2008, at the intersection of Theodore and Larkin in Joliet, Kaelin was struck and run over by a drunk driver. For five minutes, his heart stopped. He was clinically dead.What followed was a "resurrection" that defied every medical prognosis. From waking up as a "John Doe" with no memory of his own name to being told he would never be "normal" again, Kaelin recounts the grueling two-year journey of relearning how to walk and breathe. He details the pivotal role of physical therapist JoJo Sayson and the moment he realized that "normal" wasn't enough—he wanted to be a champion.This episode is a masterclass in resilience, forgiveness, and the "you versus you" mindset. We conclude with a special, heartfelt dedication to the memory of Missi Prosser, a beloved member of the Fit Body U family who recently passed away, as Kaelin reflects on her legacy of transformation and love.This bonus episode is solely sponsored by the 2026 Juneteenth Jamboree. Celebrate strength and freedom on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Lisieux Pastoral Center in Kankakee. Join us for The Natural Physique Showcase, a premier, drug-tested fitness event.Spectator Admission: $10Athletes: $50 initial registration / $20 additional categoryLocation: 381 St. Joseph Ave, Kankakee, ILInquiries: [email protected] Thanks to Our Sponsors: Revolt Boxing Club, Noodles and Company, Stacked Nutrition, Po Boys, Maxwell & Brady Schumer, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Netherton’s Bodyshop, and Jensen’s Funeral Home.Send us Fan MailWant more from the WVLI Podcast Network? Listen to the WVLI News Update with Rob West every weekday morning! Get the days local news from the greater Kankakee County, IL area in 10 minutes or less. Subscribe now on your preferred podcast platform: https://wvlinewsupdate.buzzsprout.comThe Voices You Trust, Beyond The Dial.