Friends With Deficits

As a young boy, Scott Horwitz aspired to be a soccer champion until a tragic accident shattered his hip and his dreams. He grew up to work in theater and film in L.A. and Chicago, leading to the ultimate plot twist: a career as a travelling marshmallow salesman!   Support Friends with Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Veteran, survivor, drag racer, and of course comedian Niki Coleman talks small-town roots to unexpected comedy breakout…not to mention fear of balloons! https://nikicoleman.com/ IG: nikicoleman_comedy FB: niki coleman comedy Support Friends with Deficits: www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Mark Adams, Ph.D., is a private practice psychologist working in Austin, Texas after 20+ years of service at the VA Central Texas Health Care System; he specializes in PTSD, mindfulness-based psychotherapy, and men problematizing their relationship to pornography.   More on Mark here: https://www.dr-mark-adams.com/ Support Friends With Deficits! https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits  

Shannon Mouser is the co-founder and visionary of Austin's acclaimed Viva Day Spa. In our conversation, she reflects on her humble and challenging beginnings, and shares some of the life-defining moments that ultimately shaped her journey to becoming a successful businesswoman.   Viva Day Spa   Support Friends with Deficits!    

Pseudotumor Cerebrai? Chiari Malformation? No, these aren't Austin indie bands, but in-demand multi-instrumentalist Chris Nine would be the person to front them if they were. In this episode, we discuss her journey from growing up in a toxic town in Texas to becoming a full-time musician, with a host of maladies (and melodies) along the way! Here's what Chris has got going on: https://beacons.ai/chrisnine Support Friends with Deficits:  https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Heath Allyn is a musician, actor, and voice actor based in Austin, Texas. He was awarded "Best Multi-instrumentalist" at the Austin Tribute Band Community awards, and can be seen playing in Yacht Z, Brass in Pocket, and FAB, among others.    In this conversation we cover: FOMO Food Body Dysmorphia Social Media Narcissism and of course, The Beatles   Learn more about Heath at https://heathallyn.com and on all social media platforms.   Support Friends with Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits Sign up for our newsletter at: https://friendswithdeficitspodcast.com/  

Kim Dear is a former Austinite who has worked for the city of Austin Health department as an HIV educator. She currently resides in Pensacola, Florida, and is the owner of Ohana Vintage Finds. Listen as we explore Kim's turbulent journey, known as Mal de Débarquement, or Disenbarkment Syndrome. Hang on to your seats!  For more on Disembarkment Syndome: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24796-mal-de-debarquement-syndrome-mdds   Please help support Friends with Deficits:  https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

What do Pizza, Dirt, Puppy's Breath, and Mahogany all have in common? They're just a few of the extensive line of scented products from Demeter Fragrance. In this great-smelling episode, Demeter CEO and chief perfumer Mark Crames dives deep into the world of perfumery and his unique brand. He also discusses how a cancer diagnosis, the pandemic, and a war have affected his life and work.   https://demeterfragrance.com/  Please help support Friends with Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Miss Layla is an interdisciplinary artist and self-taught perfumer based in L.A. Her interest in fragrance and olfactive endeavors began as a small child when she learned how to cook and "taste shapes". Later in life, Layla came to know that she had synesthesia, which she harnesses to her advantage when formulating perfume. After contracting COVID-19, she developed chemical sensitivities linked to auto-immune conditions and chronic inflammation. Her purpose and sense of identity is distorted and she struggles to relate to the world she once knew.    Miss Layla's work: www.fumfragrances.com www.instagram.com/fumfragrances   Help support Friends with Deficits (and enter a drawing for a FWD fragrance made by Miss Layla!): https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits   Wanna learn about perfumery? https://artandolfaction.org/   Need supplies? https://shop.perfumersapprentice.com/ https://edenbotanicals.com/

Life transformation coach and licensed psychotherapist Amanda Wallingsford discusses her journey with childhood trauma and recent family loss, and the tools she has used to mitigate PTSD, depression, and grief. Coaching Website: www.AlignandEmbody.com Book Website: www.EmbodyYourWorth.com Therapy Website: www.PositiveChangesCounseling.net Instagram: @amandawallingsford Support Friends with Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Ok, so you've got issues. Big issues. Weird issues. You've even been on Friends with Deficit to discuss said issues. That can't be all there is!  In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane and focus on  the upside of the downside of, well, being a human being. Included are excerpts from previous guests Jeff Hoskins, Spectra Stewart, Special K, Kathy McCarty, Bodhi Prihoda, Devin Person, Cyndi Collen, Patty Evers, Andy Nolte, and Valarie Iosue. May it be of benefit! Support Friends with Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits    

Austin musician Kat O'Kane of Pocket 20 shares her story of complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, generational trauma, and her healing journey and coping strategies.   More about Kat and Pocket 20: https://www.pocket20music.com/   Recommended reading: What My Bones Know, by Stephanie Foo The Whole-Brain Child, by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Brysonhttps The Power of Showing Up, by Daniel J. Siegel The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma, by Bessel van der Kolk Support Friends with Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Perfumer and creative entrepreneur Scott Moroschan discusses his "honorable genetic condition," hemochromatosis.   Learn more about Scott: www.scottmoroschan.com www.emotionalfragrancedesign.com Instagram: @scottmoroschan LinkedIn: scottmoroschan   Support Friend with Deficits: www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Long-time friend and Austin bassist Cindy Toth (The Reivers, Flying Saucers) discusses her Essential Tremor. Essential listening! Support Friends WIth Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits      

That's right, Voltage-Gated Potassium Channel Antibody Associated Peripheral Nerve Hyperexcitability Syndrome—It's a mouthful of a disorder! Austin musician Andy Nolte (Como Las Movies, Scott Strickland Band, Super Creeps) shares a rare and extremely long-titled condition that causes a ton of neuropathic pain, but may have made him a better musician—or a sushi chef. https://www.andrewnoltemusic.com/ Support Friends With Deficits: https://patreon.com/friendswithdeficits Sign up for our newsletter at: https://www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com/    

Austin multi-instrumentalist and tribute band aficionado David Houston discusses his musical career and the birth condition that may have shaped it.   More on David and his bands: https://campsite.bio/dhvoice   The Eggmen: https://eggmen.com/home   Mock Lobster: https://www.facebook.com/Mocklobsteratx?mibextid=LQQJ4d   Yacht Z: https://yachtzrock.com/   Cold War Camaro: https://coldwarcamaro.com/home   The Night Club: https://nightclubatx.com/about     Support Friends With Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Emma Red March Rose is a talented Chicago-based performer, comedian, writer, and librarian…so what kind of education did she have? Turns out, an unusual one, to say the least. For more info: https://www.emmaredmarchrose.com/ IG & TikTok: @ RedMarchRose Emma & C.J. Darnieder's Podcast: Screw Up the Podcast on all podcast streaming platforms as well as on IG @ ScrewUpThePodcast To support Friends With Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Protein C deficiency is a rare disorder that increases the risk of developing abnormal blood clots. Patty Evers, a therapist in Austin, Texas, has been battling Protein C deficiency--and the medical system--for over 25 years.   More info on Patty: www.hillcountryparenting.org   Support Friends With Deficits!  https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits  

Cyndi Collen is a therapist living in Austin, Texas. We discuss working in New York City, Sun Microsystems, polyvagal theory, and of course, where she was on September 11th, 2001. More about Cyndi: https://flourishinaustin.com/our-practitioners/cyndi-collen   Support Friends With Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits  

Louise McDermott is a therapist with a Master's in Counseling from St. Edward's University and has been practicing psychotherapy since 2012. We talk about the auto-immune disease she has grappled with for years that attacks her eyes and has affected her vision.   For information about Uveitis:  https://uveitis.org/   Louise's website: www.mindovermatterscounseling.org Louise's Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/louise-mcdermott-licensed-professional-counselor-austin-tx/116920

A few years ago, Erika Marcoux reached out to Friends With Deficits to discuss some unusual, unresolved health issues she was suffering. Now, armed with a functional medicine doctor, a slew of tests, and time, she's ready to reveal the diagnosis of a tenacious disease. With a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology and 20 years of experience, Erika's passionate about helping you experience empowered healing. She is the host of YOUR TRUTH REVEALED podcast. As a mindfulness teacher, yoga instructor, co-author of Foundations for Living Mindfully, creating and sharing life-changing content is her fuel. More about Erika and her show: https://www.erikamarcoux.com/   Support Friends With Deficits: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits  

Frankiee shares her story of the tragic loss of her parents and her personal struggles and describes her path to peace and happiness. IG: flowerfrankieee DBT resources: https://dbtselfhelp.com/     Support Friends With Deficits: https://patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Broadway-bound musician and composer Lena Gabrielle discusses her journey with trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder), anxiety, relationships--and of course, Harry Potter.

Austin TX "sculptor, writer, goofball" Seth White opens up about his difficult childhood, life in the military, and mental health. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits  

Carolyn has an auto-immune disease that has resulted in a loss of hair and diminished nerve sensitivity. We discuss alopecia, neuropathy, and other superpowers. More about Carolyn: https://geeshgirl.com/ Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits  

Sometimes in the midst of life's challenges, we need to have a talk with our inner child--but how often do we talk to our future adult, especially if it happens to be a wizard? Devin Person, host of This Podcast is a Ritual, explores his own journey from writer/performer to man of magic, (aka wizard), and the odd condition (pigmented villonodular synovitis) that helped him get there.   Support this show: www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits Join our newsletter: www.friendswithdefictispodcast.com

What is a podcast? Does it bite when provoked? Can children under 5 take it with meals? Will your podcast and the sun disappearing change the world forever?   These and other questions will be asked by your substitute host, Buzz Moran. Sensitive listeners are advised to pull up a warm blanket and a mug of cocoa and talk about their feelings with someone...   Topics include:   -Growing your audience: How often do you need to prune and fertilize? -How to make guests feel comfortable in that weird chair of yours -Editing out the harsh noises (a.k.a. "dialogue") [This is an encore presentation of a previously released episode, because somebody STILL DOESN'T KNOW] Sign up for our newsletter: www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com Support Friends With Deficits! www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Shelby Sunflower is an artist, ASL interpreter, and practitioner or Aerial Circus Arts. This is part two of her experience with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI). We discuss other injuries, loss, survivor's guilt, and how to cope with it all. www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com  

Shelby Sunflower is an artist, avid reader, and plant nerd based in Austin, Texas. Working as both an ASL Interpreter and business owner (specializing in performance interpreting), in her downtime she enjoys spending time with her little herd of cute rescue pets and practicing Aerial Circus Arts. This is part one of her story of living life with a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).    Support the show: www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits Sign up for our newsletter: www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com  

Italian-born, Austin singer-songwriter Giulia Millanta discusses her myriad activities during Covid, and her far-ranging history, from doctor to full-time musician. We attempt to discover what her deficits are, and if she's even heard of this podcast.   www.giuliamillanta.com www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits      

Alejandra Spector is an activist, social worker, host of the Latinx Mental Health Podcast, and all-around badass. In this episode, we discuss her diverse undertakings around immigration, political asylum, and corruption, as well as her personal journey through chronic pain, auto-immune disease, and sobriety. https://www.latinxmhpodcast.com/ www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

Interviews with a few people who experienced COVID-19 firsthand and were able to discuss it.   Support the show: www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits   Sign up for our newsletter: www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com   Stay Safe!

Are you one of the gazillion sufferers of chronic back pain or other ailments that came from nowhere and seem to be going nowhere? This episode is for YOU! Texas musician and artist Allyson Lipkin shares her challenges with TMS (Tension Myositis Syndrome) along with host Adam Sultan and coach Laura Heidrich from the Pain Cure Clinic.   More about Allyson: www.dddagger.com Pain Cure Clinic: www.paincureclinic.us Dr. John Sarno: http://alltheragedoc.com/   Support the podcast! www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits.com

Dystonia is a neuromuscular movement disorder, and Kate Howard is a unique and enchanting Austin songwriter with a wealth of first-hand information about the condition. In this episode, we chat about Kate's journey with dystonia and how she's getting the best of it. https://katehowardmusic.com/ See Kate at the Sunday Gospel Brunch: https://do512.com/events/weekly/sun/gospel-brunch   Support the show: www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com

Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia is a rare disorder that causes severe pain in the throat, tongue, and head. Our guest Tracey Hayes is here to explain, as she describes her journey battling this beast of a disease. We discuss Tracey's history with Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, her symptoms, and search for a cure. Bonus: We make a brief call to Dr. Mark Linskey, a prominent neurosurgeon in California, to talk brain surgery!

It's the final (30th) episode of National Podcast Post Month! What happened this month? Well, you can go back and listen to  29 episodes in a row, OR--let us help you with a glorious medley of excerpts. Thanks for listening! www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits.com www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com

It's National Podcast Post Month! What's in a musical theme? Host and composer Adam Sultan deconstructs the theme from the show and plays a bunch of variations.  www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com

It's National Podcast Post Month (NaPodPoMo)! Today is Thanksgiving, and your host runs the Turkey Trot in Austin, Texas, with his friend Christian Mitchell. Christian works at Caritas, an organization that offers support to the homeless population in Austin, for which the race benefits.  https://www.caritasofaustin.org/ www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com        

It's National Podcast Post Month (NaPodPoMo). Today we invite you to COMMENT in the COMMENTS, be it www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com, Instagram (Friends With Deficits), Facebook, or wherever you find a place to COMMENT on Friends With Deficits. No request other than you say hello and let us know you're out there!  RSVP NOW!

It's National Podcast Post Month - 30 episodes in 30 days! Today we listen in to a party the host had for friends and former guests of the show. Get an inside glimpse into the exciting social life of Friends With Deficits. www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com

It's National Podcast Post Month! 30 episodes in 30 days. Today we visit with a couple of unusual humans with small features and big minds and discuss names, ideas, and what it is to be an adult--or not.  www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits

It's National Podcast Post Month - 30 podcasts in 30 days! Today your host broadcasts from onstage at The Highball in Austin, TX, during a soundcheck for Graham Reynolds' country and western big band - or at least pretends to.  www.grahamreynolds.com www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com

It's National Podcast Post Month - or  NaPodPoMo - and today we speak with the creator of this wild 30-day podcast challenge, Jennifer Navarrete.  In this episode, we discuss tips, origin stories, challenges, and other fun topics for the obsessive podcaster and their fans! www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com  

It's National Podcast Post Month! In this 22nd episode, your friendly host Adam Sultan recalls his youth and shares a journal entry from that time. Yikes.    www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficits.com

It's National Podcast Post Month! This is episode #21, and it's for Adults Only, who would like to learn new words and phrases.  Created and performed by Buzz Moran. www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com IG: Friends With Deficits

This month we're offering a podcast post every day for National Podcast Post Month (NaPodPoMo), whatever that is. Today we offer some speaking tips for podcasters.  www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com IG: Friends With Deficits  

It's National Podcast Post Month - a post a day for the month of November. And it couldn't be possible without the generous support from our patrons at www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits. We'll keep it up, thanks to YOU! www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com

November is National Podcast Post Month, and this is the 18th episode for the month! Do you remember Livin' Large - Leila Henley and Gigantism, way back when we were a fledgling podcast? Here's an extra bit from that episode that will surely whet your appetite.  www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com      

It's National Podcast Post Month! Host Adam Sultan is getting tired of this NaPodPoMo business. In fact, he's run out of ideas.  In this fascinating episode, we--oh, just read the darn title. www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits IG: Friends With Deficits www.friendswithdeficitspodcast.com

It's National Podcast Post Month - a post every day for 30 days! Today's guest is editor/filmmaker/musician/pal Mike Saenz. We chatted over tacos at Radio Coffee and Beer in Austin, TX. We discuss many important things, like the careers of former game show hosts, and ask pressing questions such as "Can clubs get arrested?" and "Why do you hurt people?" www.patreon.com/friendswithdeficits www/friendswithdeficitspodcast.com