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Living with an ICD and other things

by Steven Bunker

How I have come to terms with my ICD, Defibrillator, Pace Maker

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Episodes

  1. Back to work

    This episode is about going back to work after a nice big fat furlough. Stressors? Calming? Whoa!

  2. Dealing with Stress.. Zen Garden?

    Perhaps a way to deal with stress would be to focus in other areas. Quiet the mind for a time and genuinely relax. Well I have been doing some research, and have discovered Zen Gardens seem to promote just that. Check out the video here https://youtu.be/u-OEcvd0s6s

  3. What to do when you have to stay at home

    So here we are. 2020 and the new Plague has been out kicking butt. What are you doing if you are staying home? I am getting my pond opened up for the season. Cooking new things and more. Please stay safe!

  4. Healthy lifestyle changes

    Today we visit the Boston Scientific site and go over some recommendations, or suggestions on minor but healthy lifestyle changes. Here is that link if you wish to follow along, or check it out at any time. The Boston Scientific ICD Page There are many forms of relaxation. I have been looking…

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  5. ICD Questions and answers.

    Here we go over some basic questions about and ICD implant. Just general questions that you or your loved ones may be currious about. If you have some of your own, please send them to me here https://anchor.fm/steven-bunker5/message If you would rather email me [email protected] If you are...

  6. Terrifying times!

    We live in some terrifying times! Are you more at risk because of health? I think we need to suck it up and power through. How do we look when this is over?

  7. Global Health Crisis

    Discussing the potential of Contracting the disease with pre existing conditions

  8. Wingin it

    In this episode we will go over my bedroom in a little bit of detail. Things that I collect.

  9. Charging station Adventures.. 2nd visit

    Whoa! Maybe people should pay attention to who is around...

  10. Corona COVID-19 and an ICD

    Dont Panic! Will you get it? Ya, probably.. will it kill you? Probably not. I would be more worried about the flu folks. Relax, put away the toilet paper mummy shields and live..

  11. Caffeinated drinks and and ICD

    Well hello there! Welcome to another episode of me and my nonsensical ravings about different things and living with an ICD. Today I go over a little bit of the comforting affects of coffee. I don't know about you but I love a good cup of coffee. I do not see how living with and having an ICD...

  12. Charging station and evening commute rant about the Corona virus

    In this episode we or should I say I discuss Corona virus.. I think the media tends to try and instill fear in us. I do not believe that there is as much to worry about as they would like us to believe.. Maybe I'm wrong.

  13. Morning Commute

    You know just some non sensical ravings from a lunatic mind and a Thursday morning commute to work. It has been a rather peaceful commute today stress free and you know it's just beautiful out it is March 5th 2020. And it is beginning to look like springtime in the rockies..

  14. Buying a car stress free?

    My God man! is it possible? Can you actually buy a vehicle in this day and age without stress? Aparrently it can be done.. Even with less then perfect credit... Here you go. Yoo are Welcone! https://carvana.com?referredByUserId=aaf62480-9ffd-42b3-835e-f51d42c831da

  15. Physical, needles and other joys.

    In this episode we discuss a little bit about what happens when you go in and get a physical as a 50 year old male with a heart problem. Do any of you experienced the same things where you go in and they just take more and more and more blood?

  16. Brighter side of Stress

    So here we go again. Aparrently strees is just ho wlife really is. Thank god I have some dog's.. Nonsensical ravings of a terminal heart patient. Man I do need better hobbies!

  17. Med Changes

    Howdy hi from Bunker Manor in Elizabeth CO. The ultimate feast will not take place in this episode. Nope! In this episode I go over some personal effects of med changes. What do you experience? What do you do to get back on track?

  18. Get up off that duff

    Time to get up of that duff and get moving. Quit dwelling and get on with life. You will feel better..

  19. Cricket Feast part TWO

    Well here we are again, eating more comercially prepared bugs.. Yes, Bugs! Why? Because we can folks. I didnt Spew, so bonus or spoiler... Get your cricket snacks here. https://amzn.to/39ciDsx <iframe style="width:120px;height:240px;" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no"…

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  20. Trying Cricket Chips and Flavored Crickets

    Great. Well here I am pushing my limits. I take the plunge and try Chirps Cricket Flour Chips... From there I dive head first into a flavored cricket tasting frenzy.. Hope that you enjoy.. Video id in progress of edit and upload. Will have that link here soon. Assorted Chirps Chips...

  21. Real heros

    This is about identifying real heros. Is it the man who is super strong and flies, maybe its the guy in the tights that can breath under water, Oh wait.. What? Not your dad... I hope that you find it enjoyable.

  22. Hobbies and Dreams

    Welcome back one and all. This episode is about keeping a life moving. Without hopes, hobbies and dreams what do we really have? Well what I think is without those things, we have no reason to keep on keeping on. Questions and suggestions email me at [email protected] Interested in learning…

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  23. Stress an Pets

    Rambling a little bit in support of Companion animals. They make you feel great. But please be nice..

  24. Sick with an ICD

    You will probably survive this. It may become miserable and trying. But by all means, Hang in there!! I record this with a Blue Yeti Microphone in my bedroom at the moment. Sometimes on my laptop and sometimes on my cell phone with an additional External Microphone. Click this link to get yours....

  25. Are you aware of your ICD Implant

    Eddy Lynn has messaged that his father has an ICD impland and is wondering if we are aware of it at all times. I am Aware of it, and its existance. I however do not feel it any longer. A huge Shout out to Rebekah Welch and Power of Podcast for the Support on my show. So safe to say that this...

  26. Holidays and Health

    Rambling on about feeling a bit rough right now. How do you deal with it? Maybe better then I do. Maybe not as well.

  27. Why Me?

    Why did this happen to me? Would my family be better off without me? Well no! Get up get moving and start living! I am happy you are still here with us.

  28. Sex and an ICD

    Thoughts and reality of sex with an ICD

  29. Side Effects first take

    This episode is about One of many side effects.

  30. Unauthorized Therapy's

    Unfortunately there is a tuning period. They have to get the settings right so you and your new pal can live together.

  31. Shocked at work?

    What goes through my mind in the hours following a shock of any proportion.

  32. Weather and pain

    Nonsensical ravings from a lunatic mind about the pain in one's chest after an implant. My ICD gets really uncomfortable during weather changes. Yes it sucks! No, it is not the end of the world.

  33. First Thoughts on your new ICD

    This is the first episode in the series. I hope to evolve this over time. I have had an ICD for over 8 years now, and there are still so many questions. I am not a Dr. Just someone like you that has an idea of creating some sort of support group and dialog. If you or a loved one has an ICD or you...

About this show

How I have come to terms with my ICD, Defibrillator, Pace Maker

Hosted by

Steven Bunker

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Living with an ICD and other things have?

Living with an ICD and other things has 34 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on April 27, 2020.

What is Living with an ICD and other things about?

How I have come to terms with my ICD, Defibrillator, Pace Maker

How often does Living with an ICD and other things release new episodes?

Living with an ICD and other things publishes weekly, based on its 34 episodes since November 2019.

Who hosts Living with an ICD and other things?

Living with an ICD and other things is created and hosted by Steven Bunker.
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