Living Chronic

By Brandy Schantz

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Episodes: 98

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Welcome to the Living Chronic Podcast, where we have real, raw, and honest conversations about life with chronic illness and disability. Hosted by Brandy Schantz, a disabled veteran and chronic illness advocate, this podcast explores the realities of navigating work, healthcare, and everyday life while managing a disability or chronic condition.

Each episode features insightful discussions with medical professionals, disability advocates, and individuals sharing their personal journeys. We tackle topics such as workplace accommodations, navigating the healthcare system, mental health, and breaking down societal barriers that often hold disabled individuals back.

Whether you're living with a chronic condition, supporting a loved one, or looking to create a more inclusive world, Living Chronic is here to provide knowledge, inspiration, and a sense of community.

Join us as we change the conversation around chronic illness because thriving with a disability is not only possible but powerful.

Subscribe now and be part of the movement!


Episode Date
Invisible Illness: A Deep Dive into Women's Health
Feb 27, 2026
Unlocking Long COVID: Insights from Dr. Norman Gaylis
Feb 27, 2026
Living with Dysautonomia and Understanding Long COVID
Feb 27, 2026
Navigating the Complexities of Chronic Illness with Danielle Fogel
Dec 19, 2025
The Future of Disability Services in Colorado w/ Chanda Hinton, Chanda Center for Health
Dec 11, 2025
Living with Chronic Illness: A Journey of Resilience w/ Ayden Kosko
Dec 04, 2025
"Exosomes: The Songs of Healing with Dr. Edward Park
Nov 21, 2025
Healing Through Chronic Illness: A Journey with Crohn's
Nov 14, 2025
Biofeedback: A New Frontier in Mental Health with Dana Hargus
Nov 07, 2025
Stoma Diaries: Sharing the Reality of Chronic Illness
Oct 31, 2025
Living with Ulcerative Colitis: A Personal Journey
Oct 17, 2025
Unlocking the Secrets of HRV and Autonomic Health w/ Dr. Andrew Holman, CEO of Inmedix
Oct 10, 2025
Empowering Families: The Heart of Wounded Warriors Support
Oct 03, 2025
Mistrust: A National Crisis
Sep 26, 2025
It’s Not the Trauma Olympics: PTSD, Misdiagnosis, and the Fight for Veterans’ Care
Sep 19, 2025
Fighting for Care: A Military Spouse's Journey
Sep 12, 2025
Navigating Veterans Affairs Community Care
Sep 05, 2025
Empowering Veterans Through Healthcare Advocacy
Aug 29, 2025
Military, Medicine, and the Problem Left Behind: The Problem with Helen Perry
Aug 22, 2025
The Fight for Veteran-Specific Medical Care
Aug 15, 2025
IBD Journeys: Overcoming Obstacles and Embracing Victories with Morgan Check
Aug 08, 2025
Living with Ulcerative Colitis: Claire Carden's Inspiring Story
Aug 01, 2025
Navigating Health Equity and Burnout
Jul 25, 2025
Advocating for Disability Rights with Robert Stack
Jul 18, 2025
The Power of Advocacy in Caregiving
Jul 11, 2025
Living with MS: A Journey of Resilience
Jun 27, 2025
Breaking the Silence on Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS) and Medical Trauma
Jun 20, 2025
Unity, Promises Made, Promises Kept
Jun 13, 2025
Understanding Your Rights: ADA, FMLA, & when to call an attorney
Jun 06, 2025
Navigating Life After Cancer: Amy McClelland's Story
May 30, 2025
Advocacy in Action: Raising Awareness for Lupus
May 23, 2025
Mentorship and Support for Chronic Patients
May 16, 2025
Healing Trauma Through Dual Brain Psychology
Apr 21, 2025
Living with Crohn's & Surviving Humira Induced Lupus-Suzy's Journey
Apr 10, 2025
Has Medicine Lost Its Mind?
Mar 22, 2025
Medication Management in Chronic Disease
Mar 14, 2025
Surviving the Unsurvivable: Jeremy's Journey
Feb 21, 2025
Finding Purpose Beyond Achievement with Brian Lowery
Feb 11, 2025
Empowering Patients Through Advocacy
Jan 31, 2025
Unlocking the Power of Reflexology
Jan 17, 2025
Understanding the Role of Diet in IBD Management
Jan 10, 2025
Unraveling Chronic Illness: POTS Awareness, the Gut-Brain Connection, and the Power of Community with Beth Biss
Jan 06, 2025
Healthcare advocacy and the unpredictability of health with Laura Packard
Dec 26, 2024
John Register, US Army Veteran & Paralympic Silver Medalist talks about resilience, inspiration, and living with a disability
Dec 20, 2024
Keith C. Ellis, PhD, discusses his innovative approach to Long Covid treatment
Dec 13, 2024
Transforming Corporate Culture Through Disability Employment
Nov 22, 2024
Navigating Chronic Illness: A Global Perspective
Nov 05, 2024
Advocacy and Support for Patients
Sep 26, 2024
The Hidden Struggles of Disabled Workers
Sep 18, 2024
The Importance of Rest and Self-Care in Managing Chronic Illness Finding New Ways to Cope: Beyond Alcohol
Sep 09, 2024
Season 3 is coming soon
Jun 27, 2024
Interview with Rachel Myers
Apr 04, 2024
Disability in the workplace
Mar 22, 2024
Interview with June Heston, Veteran Advocate, Non-Profit Executive, widow of the late Brigadier General Mike Heston
Mar 14, 2024
Breast Cancer Survivor, Army Veteran, and Chronic Warrior Stephanie Humphrey
Mar 07, 2024
Interview with Anna Knight
Feb 28, 2024
Interview with Dr. Caplan, author of "The doctor-approved Cannabis Handbook"
Feb 21, 2024
Season 2 is under way!
Feb 20, 2024
Interview with Amanda Chay, author of "The Girlfriend's Guide to Lupus"
Feb 14, 2024
Season 2 is here!
Feb 07, 2024
Interview with Best Buddies, Champion of the Year Nominee, Suzanne Garwood
Oct 13, 2023
Interview with Ohan the Money Doctor
Oct 06, 2023
Interview with Rosalind Joffe, The Chronic Illness Career Coach
Sep 29, 2023
Advocacy Day!
Sep 22, 2023
Interview with Jon "The Posture Monster" Clark
Sep 15, 2023
Interview with Michele Riechman, DPT, Personal Trainer, Health Coach, Mom, & Military Wife
Sep 05, 2023
Discussion with Antra Boyd, RN, Patient Advocate, Veteran, Cancer Survivor
Aug 29, 2023
The Divided Mind
Aug 22, 2023
Interview with Jessica Bartley
Aug 15, 2023
Is Quitting Actually Self-Care?
Aug 09, 2023
From Bedridden with Fibromyalgia to Living A Normal Life Again with Tanja
Jul 28, 2023
Getting My Life Back
Jul 20, 2023
Interview with Maria Pendolino, Voice by Maria
Jul 13, 2023
Interview with Holly Bertone
Jul 05, 2023
Interview with Krystalore Crews
Jun 27, 2023
Interview with Emma Polette, Coach at Daily Yoga
Jun 22, 2023
Learning to Get Rid of the Guilt
Jun 01, 2023
Interview with Actress, Singer, and Current Mrs. Maryland Petite USA, Amelia Meyers
Apr 24, 2023
Interview with Dr. Amir Rashidian
Apr 06, 2023
Interview with Melissa, Narcolepsy Type I patient
Mar 21, 2023
Interview with Marissa Spratley
Mar 16, 2023
FDA FOIA requests are in!
Mar 07, 2023
Interview with Fred Diamond, Author of Love, Hope, Lyme
Mar 06, 2023
Interview with Potomac Psychiatry; Dr. Bruce Kehr and Nutritionist, Julie Wendt
Feb 28, 2023
Update on FOIA requests and research on drug induced lupus
Feb 22, 2023
Interview with Super Mom Jill Buzby
Feb 08, 2023
Interview with Kelly Hof, her journey with degenerative disc disease
Jan 30, 2023
Interview with Cynthia, MS Warrior, Coast Guard veteran, friend, dedicated mom.
Jan 20, 2023
Interview with Heather Boughey, Crohn's patient
Jan 11, 2023
Interview with Mary Esna-Ashari, Senior Director, Crohn's & Colitis Foundation
Dec 29, 2022
Interview with Dr. Debra Stroiney, Professor of Exercise Science at George Mason University
Dec 19, 2022
Mental Health & IBD-we need legislation
Dec 15, 2022
Episode 2-TNF Inhibitors
Dec 01, 2022
Welcome to Living Chronic
Nov 22, 2022
Chronic Illness & Fatigue
Nov 21, 2022
Do you know the signs of drug induced lupus?
Nov 02, 2022
Depression & Anxiety while Chronically Ill
Nov 01, 2022
Living Chronic Trailer
Oct 21, 2022