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Real Talk with Melody

by Melody Olander

"But You Don't Look Sick." brings you Unfiltered Fridays to talk about dating, school, mental health, stigma, tips and more!Hosted by Melody Olander, a life blogger, Instagrammer, Healthcare Solutions grad student, and non-profit founder figuring out life one day at a time.Diagnosed with CIDP in 2016, after years of battling an unknown condition causing severe symptoms, Melody decided to dedicate her time towards improving the patient's experience. "I hope by sharing my story and the stories of others, we can start to see some real change in the healthcare system."

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Episodes

  1. Pink Takeover (ft. Taylor)

    Episode 17 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @shegotthepink On this weeks episode we discuss how most people don't realize you get out of social media what you put into it. We talk about the importance of creating a social media community that vibes with your views and restrict...

  2. An Unrequited Spotlight(ft. Teona)

    Episode 16 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @tee_spoonie Neither myself or this week’s guest, Tee, saw what was headed our way in public advocacy. On the search for a community, Tee in one tweet started the creation of their own community. Now boasting over 18,000 followers, Tee...

  3. I Believe Me (ft. Arizona Lindsey)

    Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of abuse, suicide, trauma and mental health issues. . . Episode 15 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @arizonalindseymusic On this weeks episode of Unfiltered Friday’s, Arizona and I dive into the depths of our brains. Arizona, a...

  4. Walking The Tightrope (ft. Noel Elie)

    Episode 14 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @noel_elie Noel and I both deal with multiple illnesses, as a significant amount of chronic patients do. We talked about the oftentimes complicated balance of life between the conditions, personal advocacy for our healthcare, full...

  5. Fabulous & Fatigued (ft. Sara)

    Episode 13 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @fabulous.and.fatigued About the Guest: Sara is a writer and runs a page called Fabulous and Fatigued where she talks about life with fibromyalgia, depression, and anxiety. Sara didn't always have these conditions until one day when she...

  6. The Power of a Click (ft. Kristine)

    Episode 12 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @findyourrare On this week’s episode, Kristine and I, both individuals with internet-reliant businesses, discuss what the reality of being chronically ill and online is. Our discussion focused on the online communities and the issue of...

  7. Living in a Neurotypical World (ft. Izzy)

    Episode 11 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @autieselfcare In this week’s episode, Izzy and I discuss what it was like for Izzy to not be diagnosed with autism until she was 18 years old and why women are less likely to be diagnosed. Izzy shares her personal experience of...

  8. Friends in Business & Illness (ft. Kacie & Sofia)

    Episode 10 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial @sofia.supichaya and @kace_face1 On this weeks episode we discuss what it's like being business women while juggling multiple invisible conditions. Friends in business and illness. This weeks’ guests Sofia and Kacie are connected in both.…

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  9. Under the Lens (ft. Sticksy & Bella)

    Episode 9 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial, @Sticksy617, and @itsbellawhit In this week’s episode, Sticksy, Bella, and I, all public advocates and influencers, have a discussion about our experiences working within our communities- and the reality that comes with public advocacy.…

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  10. A Different Perspective (ft. Diana)

    Episode 8 of Real talk with Diana G. and @butyoudontlooksickofficial In this Mother's Day episode I talk with my mom about her perspective of my medical journey. We discuss how scary it is when you first become sick and the learning curve that comes with a chronic illness. About The Host: Melody…

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  11. Chronic The Film (ft. Charlotte & Milly)

    Episode 7 of Real talk with @chronicfilm and @butyoudontlooksickofficial In this episode I talk with the director(Milly) and writer (Charlotte) of the film Chronic. Chronic is a short film that follows the story of a young couple, Sadie and Rob, who move in together but Sadie’s chronic illness...

  12. You’re not immune to dying (ft. Bella)

    Episode 6 of Real Talk with @butyoudontlooksickofficial and @itsbellawhit In this weeks episode I talk with Bella about having a chronic illness and the realities we've had to face at a young age. We talk about how being disabled makes you appreciate the fragility of life on a daily basis and how...

  13. Chronic illness Travels (ft. Katya)

    Episode 5 of Real talk with @positivelychronictravels and @butyoudontlooksickofficial In this episode we share our tips and resources for traveling while having a chronic illness. When Katya was first diagnosed, she realized there weren't resources readily available to talk about the adjustments...

  14. Shifting from Expectations to Executions (ft. Jake)

    Episode 4 of Real talk with @jakemayerscoaching and @butyoudontlooksickofficial In this episode we talk about mindset while having a chronic illness and how important mindfulness is. We talk about Jakes story with chronic lyme disease and how this eventually led him in the direction of becoming a...

  15. Health from a Hive? (ft. Brittany)

    Episode 3 of Real Talk with @britterbeez and @butyoudontlooksickofficial In this weeks episode I talk with Brittany about her journey with Lyme Disease and Bee Venom Therapy. We talk about how Brittany came across this therapy and how her mindset about bees has shifted over the years. About our...

  16. Changing the Narrative (ft. Julie)

    Episode 2 of Real Talk with @iamstamm in New York City (You'll randomly hear the sound of the city and sirens) and @butyoudontlooksickofficial In this episode I talk with Julie about the book she published titled "Some Days We" This childrens book shows the perspective of a young boy named Wyatt...

  17. The Roller Coaster of Chronic Illness (ft. Gigi)

    Episode 1 of Real talk with @itsgigirobinson and @butyoudontlooksickofficial In this episode we talk about all things living with chronic illness and what the rollercoaster of navigating life is like! We talk about dealing with haters, relationships, losing friends and how we both found our own...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

"But You Don't Look Sick." brings you Unfiltered Fridays to talk about dating, school, mental health, stigma, tips and more!Hosted by Melody Olander, a life blogger, Instagrammer, Healthcare Solutions grad student, and non-profit founder figuring out life one day at a time.Diagnosed with CIDP in 2016, after years of battling an unknown condition causing severe symptoms, Melody decided to dedicate her time towards improving the patient's experience. "I hope by sharing my story and the stories of others, we can start to see some real change in the healthcare system."

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"But You Don't Look Sick." brings you Unfiltered Fridays to talk about dating, school, mental health, stigma, tips and more!Hosted by Melody Olander, a life blogger, Instagrammer, Healthcare Solutions grad student, and non-profit founder figuring out life one day at a time.Diagnosed with CIDP in...

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