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This Thing Called Life

Health & Wellness Podcasts

This Thing Called Life is a podcast about acts of giving, kindness, compassion, and humanity. Host Andi Johnson, will introduce you to powerful stories about organ, eye, and tissue donation from individuals, families and front-line health care teams, whose experiences will hopefully inspire you and remind you, that while life is hard and unpredictable, it’s also beautiful. We hope this podcast serves as a catalyst for you to register to become an organ, eye, and tissue donor.

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This Thing Called Life is a podcast about acts of giving, kindness, compassion, and humanity. Host Andi Johnson, will introduce you to powerful stories about organ, eye, and tissue donation from individuals, families and front-line health care teams, whose experiences will hopefully inspire you and remind you, that while life is hard and unpredictable, it’s also beautiful. We hope this podcast serves as a catalyst for you to register to become an organ, eye, and tissue donor.

Language:

English


Episodes
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EP 90: A Wife's Incredible Gift Of Life For Her Husband

4/30/2024
In this episode of This Thing Called Life, Andi talks with Marty and Bonnie Garneret. Bonnie is not only Marty’s wife but also his kidney champion. Marty and his wife have been married for 42 years this month, and he says that he married an angel without wings. They share their special journey and you are not going to want to miss it!

Duration:00:44:29

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EP 89: April Is National Donate Life Month - Creating Awareness Of The Need To Register For Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation

4/23/2024
Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life’s podcast. In this series, we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation, and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation. In this episode, we talk with Lincoln Ware from WDBZ the Buzz of Cincinnati talk station. Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH Life Center Phone # 513-558-5555

Duration:00:04:55

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EP 88: Azul y Verde; Mes de Donar Vida (Green and Blue; Donate Life Month

4/16/2024
This episode of TTCL will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. The monthly interview will provide the Spanish Community with information about Life Center and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation.

Duration:00:12:27

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EP 87: Coach Darryn Chenault's Kidney Transplant Journey

4/9/2024
Coach Darryn Chenault's Kidney Transplant Journey It's April so it's time to celebrate the tremendous generosity of those who have saved and healed others as organ eye and tissue donors. Today we introduce Coach Darryn Chenault, to share his Transplant Journey and discuss how he broke the cycle of not communicating about Kidney Disease in his family. Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Tweetable Quotes: Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://lifepassiton.org/board-of-directors-leadership/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH https://www.youtube.com/user/LifeCenterOH https://aopo.org/

Duration:00:31:08

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EP 86: World Kidney Day Reminds Us How We Can Help Others In Need.

4/2/2024
Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life’s podcast. In this series, we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation, and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation. In this episode, we talk with Don Juan Fasho from 100.3 Cincy's R&B station. Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH Life Center Phone # 513-558-5555

Duration:00:04:59

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EP 85: From Transplant to Triumph: A Nurse's Journey of Healing, Giving Back and Finding Love

3/26/2024
From Transplant to Triumph: A Nurse's Journey of Healing, Giving Back and Finding Love Today we introduce Asia Werner, a transplant recipient and nurse with UC Health. Tune in to hear Asia's incredible story of receiving her heart transplant as an infant, her decision to become a nurse, and her advice for young people who might have to go through an organ transplant journey. Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Tweetable Quotes: Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://lifepassiton.org/board-of-directors-leadership/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH https://www.youtube.com/user/LifeCenterOH https://aopo.org/

Duration:00:25:46

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EP 84: Mes de la Concientización del Riñón

3/19/2024
This episode of TTCL will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. The monthly interview will provide the Spanish Community with information about Life Center and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation.

Duration:00:14:35

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EP 83: Todos Podemos Ayudar

2/20/2024
This episode of TTCL will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. The monthly interview will provide the Spanish Community with information about Life Center and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation.

Duration:00:11:49

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EP 82: Heartbeat Chronicles - Pioneering Heart Transplant at Christ Hospital With Guest Terri and George Cecere

2/13/2024
Heartbeat Chronicles - Pioneering Heart Transplant at Christ Hospital With Guest Terri and George Cecere February is American Heart Month, where women are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. In today’s episode, we want to introduce you to George and Terri Cecere. Tune in and hear about their journey together managing heart disease and ultimately a heart transplant as Husband and Wife. Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Tweetable Quotes: Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://lifepassiton.org/board-of-directors-leadership/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH https://www.youtube.com/user/LifeCenterOH https://aopo.org/

Duration:00:55:39

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EP 81: The Impact Of Organ, Eye & Tissue Donation On Our Community

2/6/2024
Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life’s podcast. In this series, we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation, and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation. In this episode, we talk with Don Juan Fasho from 100.3 Cincy's R&B station. Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH Life Center Phone # 513-558-5555

Duration:00:04:56

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EP 80: A Guide Through Loss And Transformation, With Kelly Gunnels Valines

1/30/2024
A Guide Through Loss And Transformation, With Kelly Gunnels Valines In today’s episode, we want to introduce you to Kelly Gunnels aka author K.R.V. Gunnels as she discusses her story of advocacy and activism following the murder of a family member in 2017. Through the passing of her brother, she shares the importance of addressing systemic issues affecting black communities and how you can help others through organ donation. Kelly also talks about her book “A Widows Guide” and the inspiration behind it. Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Tweetable Quotes: Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://lifepassiton.org/board-of-directors-leadership/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH https://www.youtube.com/user/LifeCenterOH https://aopo.org/ https://www.amazon.com/s?k=widows+guide+journey+through+insanity Facebook: Kelly Gunnels - https://www.facebook.com/kgunnels

Duration:00:29:41

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Un nuevo año de donación y DoNation' ?

1/23/2024
This episode of This Thing Called Life will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. The monthly interview will provide the Spanish Community with information about Life Center and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation.

Duration:00:13:29

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The Four Year Journey Of Waiting For A Kidney Donation

1/16/2024
The Four Year Journey Of Waiting For A Kidney Donation In today’s episode we want to introduce you to Carmelita C Jones. Carmelita discusses how she dealt with the realities of kidney failure, diabetes, high blood pressure, adulting, and why it is important for her to be an advocate for her circumstances. By understanding the real struggles of kidney disease and the symptoms associated she hopes to help the next generation avoid long term damage to the kidneys and help them live a better and healthier life! Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Tweetable Quotes: Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://lifepassiton.org/board-of-directors-leadership/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH https://www.youtube.com/user/LifeCenterOH https://aopo.org/ Christ hospital call Bree @ 513-585-1427 for answers to any questions about the process of kidney donation for Carmelita Facebook: Carmelita C. Jones - https://www.facebook.com/carmelita.c.jones

Duration:00:43:00

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Todos Pueden Ser Donantes

5/23/2023
Todos Pueden Ser Donantes During this episode of This Thing Called Life, host Andi Johnson speaks with Courtney Schapier, a liver donor, the sister of a liver recipient, and one of the Organ Donation Coordinators at LifeCenter. Upon learning about her brother’s need for a liver, Courtney made the incredibly brave decision to make a difference. Her story is simply amazing! Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Resources Mentioned: websiteFacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitterwebsiteLinkedInwebsite

Duration:00:17:59

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May 2023 Appreciation and Community Impact Events - EP 76 Mini

5/16/2023
Episode 76: MAY 2023 Appreciation and Community Impact Events It’s been a minute! April was National Donate Month, and we honored and celebrated our donor heroes across the region. Now sliding into May, we extend our gratitude to nurses and teachers, Happy National Nurses Week, National Transplant Nurses Week, and National Teacher Appreciation Week! Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Tweetable Quotes: Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://lifepassiton.org/board-of-directors-leadership/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH https://www.youtube.com/user/LifeCenterOH https://aopo.org/

Duration:00:05:36

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Episode 75: A Fifteen-year-old’s Decision to Become an Organ Donor and the Impact on his Family

5/2/2023
On this episode of This Thing Called Life, Andi Johnson speaks with Aimee Cordrey. She will be sharing the gift of life that her son, Nicholas has given to many recipients and how influenced others to do the same. She will also be reflecting some light upon the life of her son and sharing her story of grief and pathway to healing. Tune in now for this special story. Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Resources Mentioned: Website FacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitterwebsiteLinkedInOrgan Donation Website

Duration:00:49:41

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Episode 74: The Incredible Journey Of Receiving A Kidney

4/25/2023
Episode 74: The Incredible Journey Of Receiving A Kidney On this episode of This Thing Called Life, Andi is going to talk to Marty and Bonnie Garneret. Bonnie is not only Marty’s wife but his kidney champion also. Marty and his wife have been married for 41 years this month, and he says that has married an angel without wings. He shares his special journey; You don’t want to miss it! Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Resources Mentioned: Website FacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitterwebsiteLinkedInOrgan Donation Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/life4uppo

Duration:00:44:29

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Episode 73: Why Is Kidney Disease So Prevalent In The African American Community

4/18/2023
On this episode of This Thing Called Life Podcast, host Andi Johnson is going to talk to Shelly Sherman and Stephanie Jackson. They are discussing kidney health and an exciting new project that is being launched to shed light on kidney disease as well as prevention. No doctor or medical expert will kill you for your organs; In fact, no medical professional is aware of your donor status until your death is declared. Tune in for more information! Episode Highlights: 3 Key Points: Tweetable Quotes: Resources Mentioned: Website FacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitterwebsiteLinkedInOrgan Donation Websitehttps://www.cincinnatilinks.org/black-kare-initiativehttps://www.facebook.com/CincinnatiLinkshttps://www.instagram.com/cincinnatilinks/https://www.yoursweetestlife.com/https://www.facebook.com/yoursweetestlifewithstephaniejhttps://www.instagram.com/yoursweetestlifewithstephaniej/

Duration:00:34:48

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Community Heroes- El mes nacional de Done Vida- EP 50

4/12/2023
Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life’s podcast. In this series we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation. Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH Life Center Phone # 513-558-5555

Duration:00:18:29

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Episode 72: It’s National Donate Life Month, Lets Make A Difference For Those In Need!

4/5/2023

Duration:00:06:26