The Art of Healing: Jon James' Fight With Lyme Disease

In this episode of the Lyme+ Podcast, hosts Kenzie Vath and Dan Wagner sit down with artist and casting director Jon James to explore his intense journey with Lyme disease. Jon shares the emotional and physical toll Lyme has taken on his life, including severe isolation, weight loss, and misdiagnoses that left him in and out of the hospital. He opens up about his struggle to maintain his career in fashion and art while navigating extreme fatigue, depression, and memory loss. Jon’s story highlights the complexities of Lyme treatment, from doubts about his diagnosis to breakthroughs with antibiotics that sparked a return to painting. Alongside his insights on resilience and healing, Jon touches on how his dogs have been a source of comfort and strength during his hardest moments. Tune in for a raw and inspiring discussion about overcoming adversity and rediscovering creativity. Jon can be found at @jonjamesstudio & @jonjamescasting