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The Chronic Chronicles
by Alexus Halloran
Welcome to "The Chronic Chronicles". Join us as we delve into the intricate landscape of women's health, shedding light on the often misunderstood journey of those battling chronic illnesses, with a special focus on endometriosis.In each episode, we explore the personal stories, struggles, and triumphs of individuals navigating the complexities of chronic conditions while offering insight, support, and empowerment along the way. From discussions on symptoms management to advocating for better healthcare, our podcast provides a safe space for candid conversations and invaluable resources for women, by women.Whether you're a warrior battling a chronic illness or someone seeking to understand and support loved ones facing similar challenges, "The Chronic Chronicles" is your companion on the path to healing, resilience, and hope. Tune in and join our community as we navigate the journey to wellness together.
Episodes
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I'm Back! Where I've Been & What's Next for The Chronic Chronicles
Season 3, Ep 1 Welcome BACK to The Chronic Chronicles, Season 3 is officially here! After taking an unexpectedly long summer break, Lexy is back behind the microphone for a very overdue catch-up and a conversation about where The Chronic Chronicles is heading next. In this solo episode, Lexy…
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My Body Doesn't Make Sense Anymore
Season 2, Ep 28 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! What happens when you're doing everything "right"… and your body still doesn't respond? In this solo episode of The Chronic Chronicles, Lexy opens up about what it really feels like to live in a body that doesn't...
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Why Restrictive Diets Might Be Making Endometriosis Harder with Savannah Regensburger
Season 2, Ep 27 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, Lexy sits down with Savannah Regensburger to explore a more nuanced, science-informed approach to nutrition and endometriosis. So often, conversations around food and…
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The Endometriosis Diagnosis That Changed Everything | Dr. Autumn Weimann
Season 2, Ep 26 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, Lexy sits down with Dr. Autumn Weimann, founder of Bangin Hair and newly graduated naturopathic doctor, to talk about her 16-year journey living with endometriosis. After...
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Your Cycle Is a Vital Sign, So Why Isn't It Treated Like One?
Season 2, Ep 25 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, I'm joined by Lisa Hendrickson-Jack, certified Fertility Awareness Educator, Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner, and author of the bestselling book The Fifth Vital...
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Endo Belly Isn't Just Bloating
Season 2, Ep 24 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! A symptom that looks like bloating but feels like so much more — that's endo belly. In this episode, I break down the science behind why endometriosis causes severe abdominal distension, why it's different from...
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Endo Belly Isn't Just Bloat, Gut Health & Pelvic Floor Truths with Dr. Ginger Garner
Season 2, Ep 23 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! This week on The Chronic Chronicles, I'm joined by Dr. Ginger Garner, a physical therapist, integrative medicine advocate, and self-proclaimed "vocal pelvic floor therapist." And trust me, she brings so much...
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Why Excision Surgery Isn't Covered: The Broken System Behind Endometriosis Care
Season 2, Ep 22 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In today's episode, I'm diving deep into one of the biggest and least understood barriers in endometriosis care: why excision surgery (the gold standard treatment) is normally not covered by insurance. We'll talk...
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The Body in Motion: Running, Chronic Illness & Self-Trust
Season 2, Ep 21 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode, I'm joined by Kate, a physical therapist, strength coach, and runner living with chronic illnesses. Kate had to step away from outpatient PT work after a long road to diagnosis, and now supports...
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Catch Up + Resetting, Reflecting & Reclaiming Joy
Season 2, Ep 20 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! This week, I just needed to slow down. After a whirlwind of travel, podcast interviews, creative projects, and chronic illness flare-ups, I felt myself craving softness, so that's exactly what this episode is. I'm...
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Beyond the Diagnosis: Creativity, Community & Chronic Life
Season 2, Ep 19 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this week's episode, I'm joined by Reese, a creative, storyteller, and chronic illness warrior who's rewriting what it means to live, rest, and create with limitations. We talk about the complex journey of losing...
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Why Chronic Illness Is So Damn Lonely (And What I'm Learning About That)
Season 2, Ep 18 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this deeply personal solo episode, Lexy opens up about one of the hardest parts of living with chronic illness: loneliness. We talk about the kind of isolation that doesn't always get talked about—the friendships...
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Let's Talk Lymphatic Drainage: What It Is, Who It Helps, and Why It Matters
Season 2, Ep 17 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! This week on The Chronic Chronicles, I'm joined by Hailey, lymphatic drainage massage therapist and fellow spoonie, for a conversation that blends science, healing, and lived experience. We dive into: What the...
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Still Me: 5 Things That Helped Me Feel Whole Again
Season 2, Ep 16 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! This week, I'm sharing something personal, a solo episode about what's been helping me feel like me again. Living with chronic illness can chip away at your identity in quiet, painful ways. You're not who you were...
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Fighting for Access: One Woman's Mission to Fund Excision Surgery with Nicole
Season 2, Ep 15 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! This week on The Chronic Chronicles, I'm joined by Nicole, the incredible founder of Endo Excision For All—a nonprofit on a mission to help patients access life-changing endometriosis excision surgery. Nicole shares...
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Class Is in Session: My Take on the Autumn Curriculum Trend
Season 2, Ep 14 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! This fall, I'm going back to "school"… but in my own way. Instead of vague goals, I've built myself an Autumn Curriculum — a personal syllabus with classes in women's health, fitness, business, creativity, and even...
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Community Q&A & Yapping with Endometrisoisem
Season 2, Ep 13 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! This week, I'm joined by my friend Emma (@endometriosisem) for a full-on, unfiltered Q&A straight from the community. We cover everything — from brain fog to intimacy, endometriosis to adenomyosis, PCOS, POTS, MCAS,...
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Permission to Call in Sick with Alexandra Wildeson
Season 2, Ep 12 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, I'm joined by Alexandra, host of the Calling in Sick podcast, for an unfiltered conversation about life, work, and navigating the medical system with chronic illness....
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Learning to Love Movement Again (Even with Chronic Pain)
Season 2, Ep 11 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! My Relationship with Movement Has Changed and Maybe Yours Has Too In this solo episode, I'm opening up about how my mindset around exercise and movement has shifted; Especially while living with chronic pain,...
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Redefining Disabled: A Conversation with @adisabledicon
Season 2, Ep 10 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! This week on The Chronic Chronicles, I'm joined by the Samantha known online as @adisabledicon for a powerful conversation about disability, identity, and pride. Samantha shares her lived experience navigating...
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How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor (Without Crying… Too Much)
Season 2, Ep 9 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! If you've ever walked out of a doctor's appointment feeling unheard, defeated, or straight-up gaslit — this episode is for you. In today's solo episode, I'm getting real about what it actually looks like to advocate...
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Rare Conditions, Real Pain: Living with MALS with Charlie
Season 2, Ep 8 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In today's powerful episode, I'm joined by Charlie, a passionate advocate, content creator, and chronic illness warrior living with MALS (Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome), SMAS (Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome),...
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You Don't Look Sick: The Truth About Invisible Illness
Season 2, Ep 7 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! This one's for everyone who's ever been told, "But you don't look sick." In honor of Disability Pride Month, I'm diving deep into what it's like to live with an invisible illness. From endometriosis and PCOS to...
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What's Missing in Period Care? Kate's Fight to Fill the Gap with RebRelief
Season 2, Ep 6 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! What do you do when you're battling endometriosis, facing sky-high medical bills, and can't find a single product that actually helps your cramps? If you're Kate, you invent your own. In today's episode, I'm joined…
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Your Gut and Chronic Inflammation: The Science Behind the Connection
Season 2, Ep 5 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this solo episode of The Chronic Chronicles, I'm breaking down the science of how gut health and inflammation are connected and how that connection shows up in conditions like endometriosis, PCOS, autoimmune…
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Leaving the Hustle, Surviving Chronic Illness, & Starting Over Abroad with Alli
Season 2, Ep 4 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! What happens when your body nearly gives out on you — five times? This week's guest, Alli, has survived near-death experiences linked to endo-related comorbidities, while living with endo, PCOS, MCAS, and POTS. We…
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Untangling PCOS: My Story and the 4 Root Types Explained
Season 2, Ep 3 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this solo episode of The Chronic Chronicles, I'm diving deep into something that impacts millions but is still so misunderstood: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). From getting brushed off by doctors to navigating...
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Endo, MS, POTS... WTF? Christina Breaks It Down
NEW SEASON NEW SEASON NEW SEASON NEW SEASON NEW SEASON Season 2, Ep 2 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! What happens when your body throws more than one curveball at a time? In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, I'm joined by Christina—an incredible chronic...
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New Season, Same Podcast, Mental Health + Body Image Chats
NEW SEASON NEW SEASON NEW SEASON NEW SEASON NEW SEASON Season 2, Ep 1 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! I'm kicking off Season 2 with one of the most personal episodes I've ever recorded. This week, I'm getting real about my relationship with my body — the...
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212 Procedures, 8 Days, Awareness for Chronic Pelvic Fistulas with Megan
Season 1, Ep 52 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In the Season 1 finale of The Chronic Chronicles, we're joined once again by Megan—nurse, endo warrior, and now, global health advocate—as she shares her powerful experience working with women living with chronic...
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Season 2 Is Coming + My DC Debrief: Endo, AMSA & What I Left Behind
Season 1, Ep 51 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this solo episode, I'm sharing everything about my recent trip to DC where I ran the Somedays Period Pain Simulator at the AMSA (American Medical Students Association) Conference. From bringing real conversations...
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Caregivers Need Care Too: Megan on Endo, HEDS & Nursing
Season 1, Ep 50 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, we're joined by Megan, an inspiring nurse living with both endometriosis & Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (HEDS). Megan shares what it's like to live in a body that…
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Hormones, Endo & You: Understanding the Bigger Picture
Season 1, Ep 49 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! After a powerful month of endometriosis stories, I'm back with a solo episode looking into the hormonal side of endo: what's happening behind the scenes, why symptoms can persist even after surgery, how endo...
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Endometriosis, PCOS, and the Emotional Burden of Chronic Illness with Ashlee
Season 1, Ep 48 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In the final episode of our Endometriosis Awareness Series, we sit down with Ashlee to discuss her journey with both endometriosis and PCOS. From navigating the complexities of two overlapping conditions to…
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Two Weeks Post-Excision: Clarabelle's Endo Journey & Hard Truths
Season 1, Ep 47 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, we chat with Clarabelle to discuss her personal journey with endometriosis. Just two weeks post-excision surgery, she shares what recovery has been like and how it compares...
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The Silent Battle: Amelia's Endometriosis Story
Season 1, Ep 46 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, we continue our Endometriosis Awareness series with Amelia, who shares her deeply personal journey with endometriosis. From years of misdiagnoses and medical gaslighting to...
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Endo Treatments, Medical Gaslighting & Finding Hope with Emma from Cordella
Season 1, Ep 45 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! Living with endometriosis is more than just physical pain—it's navigating a healthcare system that often dismisses you, the mental exhaustion of trial-and-error treatments, and the emotional toll of always being…
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Endometriosis at Work: Navigating Career Growth & Accommodations with Corey
Season 1, Ep 44 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, I'm joined by Corey — an attorney who's navigating the challenges of balancing a demanding career while managing endometriosis. We discuss how chronic illness can shape...
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Juggling Endometriosis & Mental Health with Chloe
Season 1, Ep 43 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, I'm joined by Chloe, who shares her journey living with endometriosis, ADHD, POTS, and BPD. Chloe opens up about the challenges of managing multiple chronic conditions, the...
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Cut, Flow, & Heal: Navigating Endometriosis with Mackenzie
Season 1, Ep 42 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this special Endometriosis Awareness Month episode, I sit down with Mackenzie, owner of Cut & Flow Studio, who was recently diagnosed with endometriosis. We go into her journey—from navigating symptoms to…
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Endometriosis & Surgical Menopause: Chatting with Clark
Season 1, Ep 41 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! To kick off Endometriosis Awareness Month, we're diving into a topic that isn't talked about enough—surgical menopause. We're joined by Clark, host of Chronically The Sickest podcast, who shares their journey…
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The "Let Them" Mindset Shift is Ultimate Freedom
Season 1, Ep 40 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! You've probably heard of Mel Robbins' Let Them theory—but what does it really mean when you're navigating chronic illness, boundaries, and relationships? In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, I break down my…
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Understanding Crohn's, POTS & Gastroparesis Through Cara's Eyes
Season 1, Ep 39 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode, we sit down with Cara, who has been living with Crohn's disease, POTS, and gastroparesis for the past seven years. Cara shares her journey to diagnosis, the daily challenges she faces, and how she's...
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When Chronic Illness Crashes the Party: Balancing Social Life & Health
Season 1, Ep 38 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, I'm sharing my recent experience traveling for a bachelorette party while managing a chronic illness flare. From the challenges of keeping up with social events to…
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No, You Don't Just Have to 'Live With It'—Pelvic Floor Therapy Explained
Season 1, Ep 37 Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! Did you know your pelvic floor plays a huge role in pain, digestion, posture, and even your nervous system? If you've ever dealt with pelvic pain, painful periods, endometriosis, or bladder and bowel issues, this...
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How Chronic Pain Changes the Brain
Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode, we talk about the connection between chronic pain and brain health. Chronic pain doesn't just affect the body—it rewires the brain, impacting focus, clarity, and mental resilience. Whether you're navigating chronic...
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Endo Real Talk: Karina's Journey Through Chronic Pain & Healing
Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode of The Chronic Chronicles, we sit down with Karina to explore her personal journey with endometriosis. Karina opens up about the early symptoms, the hurdles she faced in getting a diagnosis, and the various ways she...
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Transforming Chronic Illness Care with Dr.Alessandra
Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this episode we're joined by Dr. Alessandra, a compassionate and knowledgeable naturopathic doctor based in Ontario, Canada. Dr. Alessandra specializes womens health and has a wealth of experience supporting individuals with...
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A Realistic Approach to Goal-Setting for the New Year
Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! In this solo episode, we're kicking off 2025 with a deep dive into realistic goal-setting for those navigating life with ADHD, endometriosis, or other chronic conditions. Traditional goal-setting can feel overwhelming, but we're...
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Surviving the Holidays with a Chronic Illness
Welcome to The Chronic Chronicles, I'm SO happy that you're here! Todays solo episode is all about surviving the holiday season with a chroic illness: from managing stress and flare-ups to navigating tricky family dynamics, we're sharing practical tips and strategies to help you protect your…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to "The Chronic Chronicles". Join us as we delve into the intricate landscape of women's health, shedding light on the often misunderstood journey of those battling chronic illnesses, with a special focus on endometriosis.In each episode, we explore the personal stories, struggles, and triumphs of individuals navigating the complexities of chronic conditions while offering insight, support, and empowerment along the way. From discussions on symptoms management to advocating for better healthcare, our podcast provides a safe space for candid conversations and invaluable resources for women, by women.Whether you're a warrior battling a chronic illness or someone seeking to understand and support loved ones facing similar challenges, "The Chronic Chronicles" is your companion on the path to healing, resilience, and hope. Tune in and join our community as we navigate the journey to wellness together.
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Alexus Halloran
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Welcome to "The Chronic Chronicles". Join us as we delve into the intricate landscape of women's health, shedding light on the often misunderstood journey of those battling chronic illnesses, with a special focus on endometriosis.In each episode, we explore the personal stories, struggles, and...
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