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Arthritis Life — 221 episodes
Real Life with Juvenile Arthritis: Three Kids Tell Their Stories
Rheumer Has It: Romantic Relationships & Arthritis
Can You Live A Normal Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis? (2026 Reflection + Encore Episode)
Rheumer Has It: Busting Medication Myths with Dr. Hazelwood: Encore Episode
Becoming Immune Confident with Sjogren’s & MCAS, with Dr. Kara Wada
Exploring the Intersection of Cancer and Rheumatoid Arthritis, with Dr. Singh
Rheumer Has It: Role of the Multidisciplinary Team in Rheumatic Disease: OT, PT, Counseling and More!
Pregnancy, Postpartum & Parenting with Rheumatoid Arthritis, with Mariah Leach
Body Weather: Making Sense of Chronic Illness in an Unpredictable Body
Introducing New Rheum to THRIVE Facilitators Gittel Aguilar & Eileen!
Making Movement Accessible with Inflammatory Arthritis, with Jamie Boder
Rheumer Has It: Myths and Misconceptions About Arthritis Research: What Patients Should Know
What’s it Like to be on Methotrexate for Autoimmune Arthritis? (Encore Episode)
Building a Healthier Relationship with Food while Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis (with Dietitian Cristina Montoya)
RA, Cancer, and Starting Over: Yasmin’s Story of Resilience
Introducing Chrissy, the newest Rheum to THRIVE Certified Facilitator!
Rheumer Has It: Weight, GLP-1 and Arthritis
Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis: Diagnosis, Medications, and Hope from Dr. Julius Birnbaum
Rheumer Has It: How to Build Sustainable Exercise Habits With Arthritis
The Power of Poetry, Storytelling and Art in Life with RA
Busting Fibromyalgia Myths with Dr Christine Stamatos
You’re Not Alone: What I’ve Learned from 200 Stories of Hope, Uncertainty, and Finding Your New Normal
Running with Bionic Hips: Carrie Bradshaw's Marathon Milestone
Rheumer Has It: The Science of Exercise & RA
Developing Resilience With Axial Spondyloarthritis: Cayla’s Story
Rheumer Has It: Our Most Exciting Takeaways from the ACR 2025 Rheumatology Conference
Helen’s “Gloriously Imperfect” Journey with Arthritis
Patient Voices: Reflections from Rheum Champions
Finding my Purpose while Living with Osteonecrosis and Osteoarthritis: Deb Andio’s Story
Rheumer Has It: Vaccines and Rheumatic Disease, with Dr Cuoghi Edens
Autoimmune Nutrition Made Easier: Practical Tips from Dr. Saimun Singla
Rheumer Has It: How to Spot Misinformation Online
“Make It Count:" Dani’s Journey With Severe RA, Acceptance, and Strength
Remission Myths and Misconceptions, with Dr. Loreto Carmona
“It’s a Moving Target:” From Athlete to ER Nurse to Life with RA, Emily’s Story
Finding Strength after JIA and Macrophage Activation Syndrome: Zac’s Story of Tenacity
Finding Joy and Purpose: Cheryl’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Story
Mindful Social Media and Chronic Illness: Gittel and Cheryl's Journeys
Rheumer Has It: Axial Spondyloarthritis Myths v. Facts with Dr. Jean Liew
From Frustration to Inspiration: Melissa’s Journey of Self-Advocacy, Diagnostic Purgatory and Life with Scleroderma
Rheumer Has It: Separating Myth from Reality for Nutrition and Rheumatic Disease
Coping with Rheumatoid Arthritis, PCOS and Scleritis: Chelsea’s Story
Rheumer Has it: Tips for Sleep, with Dr. Deb Da Costa
Never Give In, Never Give up, Never Let Go, and Just Keep Fighting: Estela Mata’s Story
Rheumer Has It: 6 Types of Unsolicited Advice and How We Respond
Navigating Psoriatic Arthritis in Alaska: Dawn’s Story
Rheumer Has It: Busting Medication Myths with Dr. Hazelwood
Advocacy, Humor and Purpose: Seth’s Spondyloarthritis Story
Turning Pain into Purpose, with RA Warrior Cristina Schaefer
Redefining Thriving: Celebrating 5 Years of Rheum to THRIVE
Rheumer Has it: Arthritis Myths, Stigmas, and Misconceptions
Finding Joy Amidst the Flare-Ups: Riley’s Journey with Multiple Conditions
Introducing Rheumer Has It: Busting Myths and Highlighting Evidence for Rheumatic Diseases
From Marriage to Friendships: Reflections on Support Systems with Alice Getchell
Becoming Immune Confident with Sjogren’s & MCAS, with Dr. Kara Wada
Rheum Champions Tell All, with My Spoonie Sisters
Navigating the Shift: From Pediatric to Adult Rheumatology with Dr. Jenna Thomason
Managing Gout, Osteoporosis, and Arthritis: Insights from Dr. Arinola Dada
Mediterranean Diet, Gut Microbiome & More, with Arthritis Dietitian Cristina Montoya
Finding Peace with Your Body: A Self-Compassionate Approach to RA
Why are Integrative Approaches (like nutrition and exercise) so important for RA? Insights from Dr. Diana Girnita
Finding Music Again with RA and Sjogrens: Alice’s Story
Progress Over Perfection: Helen Jones on Thriving with Ankylosing Spondylitis
How to Improve your Communication, Connection and Confidence, with Rheumatologist Dr. Ortiz
The Power of Creativity and Storytelling in Alison’s Chronic Illness Journey
Tina’s Voice: Raising Awareness and Overcoming Stigmas with IBD and Inflammatory Arthritis
Best Advice for People Newly Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Encore Episode
Advocacy, Mindset and More: Chrissy’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Journey
Navigating College and Chronic Illness: Tips from Gabi’s Spondyloarthritis Journey
Riding the Chronic Illness Roller Coaster with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Endometriosis and Cancer: Stephanie’s Story
What’s it like to be a Counselor with Psoriatic Arthritis? Amber’s Story
Art, Advocacy, and Adaptation: Carrie’s Journey with Difficult to Treat Axial Spondyloarthritis
The 6 Ingredients to THRIVE with Rheumatoid Arthritis: a Peek Behind the Rheum to THRIVE Curtain
It’s Not Just Joint Pain: Let’s Talk about Sleep, Fatigue, Cognitive Dysfunction, and Mental Health with Rheumatic Disease
From Marathon Running to Double Hip Replacements and Back: Carrie’s Story
How to Prevent and Cope with Rheumatic Disease Flare Ups (Re-Release)
Supporting Black Women with Psoriatic Arthritis: Ayesha’s Story
What’s it Like to Run Your Own Business with Rheumatoid Arthritis? Sarah’s Story
What does Remission Mean to Patients? With Eileen Davidson
Traveling the World with RA and AS: James Hollens’ Story
What's so Funny about Rheumatoid Arthritis? Insights from Comedian Jessica Michelle
What’s it like to be a Doctor with RA and Vasculitis?
The Power of Strength Training for Rheumatoid Arthritis, with Kinesiologist Dr. Jasmin Ma
Research, Resilience, and JIA: Dr. Kaleb’s Journey
“Healing is a Messy Process:” Sonia’s RA and Graves’ Disease Journey
What’s it Like to Truly Partner with Your Doctor? The Power of Shared Decision Making, with Dr Liana Fraenkel
“It’s Like Managing a Circus”: How Maggie Thrives with Multiple Chronic Illnesses
It’s not Just Joint Pain and 8 things Everyone who Loves Someone with Arthritis Should Know (Re-Release)
Elevating the Patient Voice in Rheumatology Research: Cheryl and Jen’s Stories
Tackling Rheumatoid Arthritis with Obstinance and Humor: Stasha’s Story
“Joined at the Joints:” How Marissa Became a YA Romance Writer with RA
“Bald Girl Big World:” Colleen’s Alopecia Story
Comedy, Chronic Illness, and Coping: Katie’s Inflammatory Arthritis Story
Creating a Better Future for Autoimmune Care With Rheumission’s Dr. Micah Yu & Bonnie Feldman
What’s it like to run Half Marathons with Autoimmune Disease?
How Mindfulness Helped Paulina Reconnect with Her Body and Thrive with RA
What do People with Rheumatoid Arthritis Need to Know about COVID-19 in 2024?
“Disability is not a Dirty Word:” Catherine’s Story of Fierce Hope & Young Patient Advocacy
Overcoming Denial, Confronting Food Phobia, and Embracing Online Communities: Ray’s AS and OA Story
Demystifying Chronic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Rheumatic Disease and Long Covid: with Christine Stamatos
What’s it like to be an Adult Living with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis? Rebecca Beesley’s Story
Dancing Through Deformities: Christine’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Story
Living through Diagnostic Purgatory and Rare Medication Side Effects: Rosemary’s Psoriatic Arthritis Story
How Can Exercise reduce Pain and Fatigue in RA? With Dr. Kimberly Steinbarger, Physical Therapist
From Dog Training to Occupational Therapy: Lauren’s Ankylosing Spondylitis Journey
From Confused to Confident with Psoriatic Arthritis: Chef Kate’s Story (Re-Release)
Living a Creative Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Julia’s Story of Dancing, Acting, Writing and More
Are We Out of the Woods Yet? Taylor Swift Songs that Capture the Chronic Illness Experience
From Medical Gaslighting to a Sjogren’s Diagnosis: Dr. Rebecca Hosey’s Story
Five Things I wish I had Known When I was Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Update & Re-Release
What’s it Like to be on Methotrexate for Autoimmune Arthritis? Panel Discussion #3
What is Remission for Rheumatoid Arthritis? With Dr. Isabelle Amigues
Episode 108 - Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 101, with Emily Taylor from Solve ME
The Benefits and Challenges of Publicly Sharing Your Chronic Illness Story: Insights from Brianna | Ep 107
Art, Advocacy, Representation and Acceptance: Tyra Grove's Rheumatoid Arthritis Story
Laura Simpson's Story and Autoimmune Community Summit Preview
What’s the latest in Autoimmune Research and How can You Get Involved?
What’s it Like to Run a Thriving Business with Chronic Illness? Nikita Williams’ Story
Episode 102 - What’s it Like to Live and Work with Axial Spondyloarthritis? Stella Levy’s Story
Climbing the Mountain of Chronic Pain: Dr Furlan on Pain
Cheryl's Diagnosis Story Twenty Years Later: Featuring Cheryl's Parents
Finding a Realistic Sense of Hope While Juggling Multiple Chronic Illnesses: Katie’s Story
How to Find Your “New Normal” with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Jennifer Weaver’s Story
How to Track Symptoms Without Getting Stressed & Overwhelmed, with Dr. Millie
How does RA Affect Identity? Reflections on Gender, Sexual Orientation, Mental Health and More with Psychotherapist Timothy Weymann
What Happens When Your Journey is an Autoimmune Soap Opera? Kelly Conway’s Story
What’s in Gittel’s Coping Toolbox? Group Support, Overcoming Ableism & More
How to Build Resilience while Living with Chronic Pain: Tips from a Psychologist & Pain Researcher, with Dr. Afton Hassett
“The Art of Reframing:” Cheryl Koehn on Learning to Love Herself & Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis
It’s Not Just Dry Eyes: Deep Dive into Systemic Sjogren’s Disease with Dr Kara Wada
Hand Therapy Secrets Everyone with Arthritis Should Know, with Certified Hand Therapist & OT Hoang Tran
How to Cope when your Diagnosis Changes: Clare's Myofascial Pain Syndrome Story
From Burlesque Dancing to Support Groups: How Marisa Thrives with Rheumatoid Arthritis
How I Survived “Survival Mode:” Marriage, Faith & Near Death Experiences with Vasculitis Warrior Hayley “Hay” Farris
Yoga is a Philosophy, Not Just an Exercise: Demystifying Yoga for Arthritis with Dr. Steffany Moonaz
“It’s a Moving Target:” How to Cope with Rheumatoid Arthritis Ups and Downs, with Emily Jacobs
“No one Tells You About the Uncertainty:” Dianna’s RA Story
It’s not Your Fault: How Marion learned to Avoid Self-Blame While Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Finding Acceptance and Community with Chronic Illness, with Nitika Chopra, CEO of Chronicon
How to Cope With Comorbidities: Jan's Story
Computer Programming, Medical Retirement and the power of Art: Lessons from Wendy Hawkins
From Confused to Confident with Psoriatic Arthritis: Chef Kate’s Story
Loving Your Body through Fitness and Sexual Intimacy: Insights from Liv Loo
Rheumatoid Arthritis at age 30 versus 40: Cheryl’s Story
Riding the Rheumatoid Arthritis Rollercoaster: Methotrexate, Medication Changes and More with Ali DiGiacomo
How to Love Your Body While Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
“Camp is Where She Can Be Herself:” The importance of Community with JIA
From Parenting to Work, How to Keep Thriving when Rheumatoid Arthritis Changes your Life
When the Doctor Becomes the Patient: a Pediatric Rheumatologist’s Journey with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Hypermobility, EDS and POTS 101, With Occupational Therapist Emily Rich
Tips for Making Difficult Medical Decisions with Nurse Practitioner Kori Dewing
Becoming an Advocate with Lupus and Type 1 Diabetes: Melissa’s Story
Medical Cannabis & Arthritis 101 with Registered Dietitian Cristina Montoya
From Medical Gaslighting to Patient Advocacy: Meggie's Story
From Lonely and Broken to Feeling Strong: Jen Blair’s Story of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
The Power of Lifestyle Changes for Rheumatoid Arthritis
How We Cope with Rheumatoid Arthritis Stress, with Chronic Eileen
From Overwhelmed to Confident: Camille & Gittel’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Stories
From Terrified to Empowered: Erin & Heather’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Stories
What’s it like to be a Nurse with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia and Endometriosis? Catina's Story
What’s it like to be a Lawyer with Rheumatoid Arthritis? Amy’s Story
The Importance of Autoimmune Friendships, with Erika Bustos & Rachel Albo
What’s it like to *still* be on methotrexate? Updates from Paulina, Ananthi and Jo
Dental Health, the Oral Microbiome & Rheumatoid Arthritis
How to Cope with Uncertainty During a Pandemic?
The Storm After the Calm: Cheryl’s Journey with Postpartum Anxiety and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Precision Medicine and Patient Advocacy
Loving Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis, One Handed: Colleen’s Story
Life with Fibromyalgia, Migraine & More: Natalie’s Unchargeable Journey
What is Ableism? With Lene Andersen
Ask Cheryl Anything: Celebrating 50 Episodes!
How Food, Fitness & Faith help RA Warrior Ashley Nicole
What’s it like to be a Teenager with Juvenile Arthritis?
How to Make an Arthritis Friendly Home
The Wounded Healer: Unity’s Story
What’s it like to be on Methotrexate for Rheumatoid Arthritis or Psoriatic Arthritis?
Grace's Rheumatoid Arthritis Story
Three Ways I Manage Stress with Chronic Illness
Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis in Three Continents: Maria's Story
“I’m not Hysterical, I’m Sick:” Kim's Story of Medical Gaslighting and More
What’s it like to grow up with juvenile idiopathic arthritis? Suruthi’s Journey
Why do Disability Pride and Disability Representation Matter? “Cursed” novelist and JIA Patient Karol Ruth Silverstein
How to Prevent and Cope with Rheumatic Disease Flare Ups
Tips for Pregnancy and Postpartum with Rheumatoid Arthritis with Mariah Leach
Arthritis Poetry Reading Event
Chronically Brown: The Importance of Cultural Representation in Chronic Illness Communities, With Sukhjeen Kaur
The Worst Good News: What to do when Test Results are Normal but you Feel Awful? Joel Nelson's Story.
Parenting, Faith and Respecting Different Treatment Choices: Conversation with The Rheumatoid Arthritis Mama Renee Anderson
It's just a bad day, not a bad life: Julie Croner's Psoriatic Arthritis Journey
From Devastated to Patient Leader: Eileen Davidson’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Story
Pregnancy and Parenting with Psoriatic Arthritis: Jamie’s Story
Can you Live a Normal Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis?
What do you do when you hit rock bottom from chronic pain? Mindfulness, Acceptance and more with James Allen
How can Lifestyle and Integrative Medicine Help People with Rheumatic Diseases? With Dr. Yu
How to Balance Western Medicine and Alternative Medicine Approaches with Dr. Wada
How can Water Exercise and Aquatic Yoga help people with Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases?
Life with Arthritis is a Marathon, Not a Sprint: Christy Williams’ Story
It's Not Just Joint Pain, and 8 other Things Everyone who Loves Someone with Arthritis Should Know
Arthritis Storytelling Hour - 13 Patient Stories in 90 Minutes
How to Survive the Holidays with a Chronic Illness: Interview with Lene Andersen
How to get your Patient Voice Heard to Improve Healthcare
Adapting is a Superpower: Stefanie’s Journey as a Mom with RA, Coach and Nurse Practitioner
Staying Safe, Smart, Strong, Sweet and Silly with Spondylitis: Jason's Story
From Disability to Dance: How Krista Rowan learned to Love Herself Moving
How to Take Care of Your Hands: Interview with Corinne McLees, Occupational Therapist
How can Yoga Help People with Chronic Illness? Paulina's Story.
Five Things I Wish I had Known when I was Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Race, Gender and Rheumatology with Dr. Maggie Cadet
Can diet and nutrition help people with arthritis? Separating myth from fact with three experts.
How to Value Self-Love and Sexual Pleasure when Living with a Disability: an Occupational Therapist’s Approach
Relationships, Intimacy and Sex with Arthritis
How to Exercise with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Randi's Story
How to Advocate as a Patient
How can Applied Behavior Analysis and Mindfulness help People with Chronic Illness? Kristen’s Story.
What does a mind body approach to rheumatoid arthritis look like? Vanessa’s Story
Can you Live a Full Life with Pain?
Best Advice for Newly Diagnosed Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Pregnancy, Parenting and More with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Episode 2: Rheumatology Basics with Dr. Balderia
Episode 1: Sarah Dillingham
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