The NeuroNerds: A Brain Injury Recovery & Pop Culture Show

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Instagram, and tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds. Summary In this episode 226 of The NeuroNerds podcast, join host Joe and executive director of The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation, Dina Chon, as they announce the upcoming Brain, Body & Soul Fest! This virtual music festival and nonprofit telethon in the Metaverse is the first of its kind, raising funds for The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation (TAAF) while bringing awareness about brain injury. By uniting global audiences around the cause of brain health, the festival empowers the world and supports neuroscience initiatives. Joe and Dina invite you to jump into the Metaverse and build a more connected world through music, art, and promoting brain health. Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode. Main Talking Points • Brain, Body & Soul Fest announcement • Raising funds for The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation (TAAF) • Bringing awareness about brain injury • Uniting global audiences around the cause of brain health • Empowering the world and supporting neuroscience initiatives Links Mentioned https://brainbodyandsoulfest.comhttps://www.instagram.com/taaf_org Connect with Joe on Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn. New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour To further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources: https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/toolshttps://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Credits: • Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg) • Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae) • Edited by D’Var Baggett (@keyconceptproductions) Submit your brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Instagram, and tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds. Summary Wrapping up our empowering 2023 Stroke Awareness Month Series! In episode 225, host Joe Borges chats with the incredible Betty Howard, a stroke survivor who thrives on her recovery journey with a positive outlook. Betty shares her insights on stroke recovery and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset throughout the process. Don't miss this heartfelt conversation that will leave you motivated and informed. Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode. Main Talking Points Links Mentioned https://instagram.com/strongerthanstroke About Betty Howard Betty is a stroke survivor, advocate for other survivors, speaker, life coach, and mother from northern California. About Joe Borges Joe Borges is The NeuroNerds podcast host and a stroke survivor himself. With a mission to share inspirational stories and raise awareness, he interviews other stroke survivors and medical experts, delving into experiences and insights surrounding stroke recovery all through his love of nerd and pop culture. Connect with Joe on Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn. New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour To further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources: https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/toolshttps://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Credits: • Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg) • Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae) • Edited by D’Var Baggett (@keyconceptproductions) Submit your brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Instagram, and tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds. Summary In this episode 224 of The NeuroNerds, our host Joe is chatting with Octavia Burrell in our Stroke Awareness Month Series. Octavia shares her personal journey and sheds light on finding your voice as an advocate for fellow stroke survivors. Don't miss this heartfelt conversation that will leave you motivated and informed. Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode. Main Talking Points About Octavia Burrell Octavia Burrell, a stroke survivor based in Chicago, is an incredible force of resilience and inspiration. When she's not advocating for stroke survivors, you can find her pouring her heart and soul into her blog, Nomadic Caffeine, where she shares her personal experiences, insights, and uplifting stroke survivor stories. Check it out at www.nomadicaffeine.com. About Joe Borges Joe Borges is The NeuroNerds podcast host and a stroke survivor himself. With a mission to share inspirational stories and raise awareness, he interviews other stroke survivors and medical experts, delving into experiences and insights surrounding stroke recovery all through his love of nerd and pop culture. Connect with Joe on Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn. New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour To further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources: https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/toolshttps://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Credits: • Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg) • Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae) • Edited by D’Var Baggett (@keyconceptproductions) Submit your brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Instagram, and tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds. Summary We continue our Stroke Awareness Month series in episode 223 of The NeuroNerds! In this special Mother's Day edition, our host Joe Borges chats with stroke survivor Rianne Langenacker about her experience recovering from a stroke while raising her children. Rianne shares her inspiring journey, her love for video games, and how her story can raise awareness about stroke prevention and recovery. Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode. Main Talking Points About Rianne Langenacker Rianne Langenacker is a stroke survivor, mother, and passionate advocate for stroke awareness. After her stroke, she faced the challenges of recovery and motherhood head-on, becoming an inspiration to many. Connect with Rianne on Instagram About Joe Borges Joe Borges is The NeuroNerds podcast host and a stroke survivor himself. With a mission to share inspirational stories and raise awareness, he interviews other stroke survivors and medical experts, delving into experiences and insights surrounding stroke recovery all through his love of nerd and pop culture. Connect with Joe on Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn. New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour To further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources: https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/toolshttps://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Credits: • Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg) • Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae) • Edited by D’Var Baggett (@keyconceptproductions) Submit your brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary Did you know that a stroke can happen to anyone? That's why The NeuroNerds Podcast is dedicated to raising stroke awareness, especially during Stroke Awareness Month. Join our host, Joe Borges, for a special month-long series of, and tune in to episode 222 as we chat with stroke survivor Kimberly Polanco. During the episode, Kimberly shares her inspiring journey of recovery and how she processed the trauma and loss that comes with such a life-changing experience. We also learned about how surprisingly common it is for people, like Kimberly, not to know that they've experienced a stroke until later, and the importance of having a strong support system for recovery. Despite the challenges of stroke recovery, survivors like Kimberly show us all the power of perseverance and resilience. Listen in to learn more about how you can support stroke survivors and raise awareness about this important health issue. Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode. You can listen to this episode of The NeuroNerds podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Don't forget to tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds. New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour To further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources: • Join our FREE YouSoRock Brain Injury support community at https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969 • Get Joe's FREE guide 9 Must-Have Tools For Brain Injury Recovery at https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/tools • If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call These resources provide additional tools and support for those navigating the challenging journey of brain injury recovery. Remember to celebrate the small victories and use these resources to stay supported and motivated. Join the #YouSoRock community today! Credits: • Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg) • Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae) • Edited by D’Var Baggett • Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram and Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary In episode 221 of The NeuroNerds podcast, special guests Kayla Robertson & Michael Terrell join host Joe Borges to chat about physical recovery post-brain injury. Kayla and Michael are co-owners of Sci Fit - a non-traditional outpatient therapy program that focuses on recovery rather than adaptation and specializes in treating individuals with brain injury. Together, they discuss the post-brain injury recovery process and the crucial role played by activity-based therapy. As seasoned neuro exercise specialists, Kayla and Michael share their expert knowledge of the benefits of their innovative approach. They highlight the importance of improved balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, and pain management in the recovery process post-injury. This must-listen episode provides valuable insights and practical strategies for those recovering from brain injury and their support system. Join Kayla and Michael to discover how to navigate the physical brain injury recovery process! Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode. You can listen to this episode of The NeuroNerds podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Don't forget to tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds. To further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources: • Join our FREE YouSoRock Brain Injury support community at https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969 • Get Joe's FREE guide 9 Must-Have Tools For Brain Injury Recovery at https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/tools These resources provide additional tools and support for those navigating the challenging journey of brain injury recovery. Remember to celebrate the small victories and use these resources to stay supported and motivated. Join the #YouSoRock community today! Credits: • Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg) • Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae) • Edited by D’Var Baggett (@keyconceptproductions) • Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram and Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. In this episode of The NeuroNerds podcast, Joe Borges and Théa James discuss the challenges of brain injury recovery, focusing on setbacks, flares, and adjusting expectations. The conversation revolves around their series called Brain Injury Recovery Roulette, where they roll a 20-sided die to determine the topic of discussion. Joe and Théa share their experiences and insights, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and seeking support when dealing with unexpected setbacks. They also explore the concept of flares, explaining what they are and how to manage them effectively. Finally, they discuss the process of adjusting expectations throughout the recovery journey and the significance of celebrating small victories along the way. If you or a loved one are navigating brain injury recovery, listening to this episode of The NeuroNerds podcast can provide practical tips and encouragement. Remember that setbacks and flares are a natural part of the healing process and that seeking support is crucial for progress. You can listen to this episode of The NeuroNerds podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Don't forget to tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds. To further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources: • Join our FREE YouSoRock Brain Injury support community at https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969 • Get Joe's FREE guide 9 Must-Have Tools For Brain Injury Recovery at https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/tools These resources provide additional tools and support for those navigating the challenging journey of brain injury recovery. Remember to celebrate the small victories and use these resources to stay supported and motivated. Join the #YouSoRock community today! Credits: • Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg) • Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae) • Edited by Nick Williams • Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram and Joe at http://joesorocks.com and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary We’re back! It’s been a couple of months since our last episode and that’s because we’ve been busy building and working on some amazing projects for the brain injury survivor and brain condition community. In this episode our host, Joe, and his partner and our producer, Felice, update us on all the plans for The NeuroNerds and YouSoRock community in 2023. We have some amazing guests lined up, new programs, community activities and collaborations with nonprofits including TAAF, and companies including Motus Nova and more! What kind of events and episodes do you want to see from The NeuroNerds this year? Tweet us at @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter and let us know! Links Mentioned https://www.theneuronerds.com/podcast/emilia-clarke-sameyou-org-and-imposter-syndrome-part-2/ https://www.theneuronerds.com/podcast/a-lesson-in-swimming-with-michael-shutt/] https://www.theneuronerds.com/podcast/celebrating-pride-with-michael-shutt/ https://www.theneuronerds.com/podcast/wear-a-helmet-prevent-tbis-with-christa-moritz/ https://podcast.womenintechshow.com/episodes/women-in-tech-community https://podcast.womenintechshow.com/episodes/flavia-macedo-of-common-ground-women-in-tech https://podcast.womenintechshow.com/episodes/nikki-bean-of-decent-women-in-tech Credits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at [www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds](http://www.patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds) Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at [amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds](http://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds) Plus get a free Audible trial at [http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds](http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds)! Credits - Co-hosted by Joe Borges and Lauren Manzano - Find Joe at [http://joesorocks.com](http://joesorocks.com/) and @joesorocks on Twitter/Instagram - Submit your stroke/brain injury recovery story at [https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story](https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story) - Find Lauren at @laurenlmanzano on Instagram, @tankbbg on Twitter - Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae, [http://felicelazae.com](http://felicelazae.com/), @felicelazae on Twitter/Instagram - Edited by Marcellus Wesley - [https://www.soundsignature.productions](https://www.soundsignature.productions/) - Sponsored by Motus Nova, Avid Technology, and our Patreon Supporters Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary In this episode, Joe is chatting with Chris LeCastillo, program manager for surgical support at Stanford School of Medicine where he leads a team of radiologic technologists. Understanding your brain scans after brain injury or if your finding out you have a brain condition can be scary and confusing. This process can cause even more anxiety when you’re already nervous about the results. So we’re really glad Chris could share his insights and tips on what questions to ask and how to better communicate with radiologists and doctors when it comes to understanding brain scans of all kinds. Have you ever had a brain scan? Let us know your experience by tweeting @theneuronerds on Twitter! Links Mentioned https://med.stanford.edu/Credits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary Joe is chatting with traumatic brain injury survivor, Kendra McGregor. Going into this episode, Joe thought it was going to be pretty nerdy since Kendra is a cosplayer, but this ended up being a super informational episode all about how Kendra manages narcolepsy and shares facts and tips all about the condition. They also chat about their shared passion for befriending and connecting with nerdy strangers online. And Kendra shares a touching story of how she made a dying woman’s last wish come true to see an unreleased episode of Game of Thrones. Do you or someone you know suffer from narcolepsy? Share your tips and experiences with us by tweeting @theneuronerds! Links Mentioned https://instagram.com/kendragonwarriorhttps://www.brut.media/us/entertainment/cosplayers-help-make-dying-got-fan-s-wish-come-true-fdac3a79-6510-42df-a281-8a6ca82a8a03CreditsNew to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary Dr. Nick Housley from Motus Nova is BACK! Joe is chatting with one of his favorite doctors for another fun and informative episode with our partners at Motus Nova. Joe and Dr. Nick talk about the importance of patients and doctors working together through recovery and how communication is key for doctors to better meet patients’ needs. Oftentimes, doctors get caught up in the science and lose track of the human side which is something that any patient especially brain injury survivors really need. So Joe and Dr. Nick explore how to create better communication between patients and doctors. Plus, with Joe launching his new Rock Your Recovery mindset program focused on meaningful goal-setting, they talk about how goal-setting plays a big role in rehab and recovery. What are some purpose-driven, meaningful goals you have set for yourself lately? Tweet @theneuronerds to share with us! Links Mentioned https://motusnova.com/theneuronerdsWe love Motus Nova and Joe is a user himself, but we must share that the FTC does require that we let you know that we do get commissions for purchases made through the link above. These commissions really help and allow us to continue creating free content that supports brain injury survivors around the world so thank you for your support!Credits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary It’s our favorite time of the year - Shocktober or better known as Halloween. In this episode, our host Joe and our producer Felice talk about the meta experience of watching zombie and post-apocalyptic movies now after experiencing a worldwide pandemic. They share their favorite zombie films, Marvel’s monster-verse and of course bring it back to brain injury with the idea zombies as brain injury survivors. What is your favorite zombie movie? Let’s us know by tweeting us @theneuronerds!And check out our “Zombies Are Brain Injury Survivors Too” merch at TheNeuroNerds.com/shop Credits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary The NeuroNerds are hitting the road for this episode! We are proud to be partnering with TAAF - The AVM and Aneurysm Foundation and for their 17th Annual TAAFWalk in San Francisco, we recorded our first-ever live speedcasting episode. Now, what is speedcasting you ask? Well, we kinda made it up, but basically, it is rapid-fire interviews, on-location. For our first speedcasting episode, our host Joe interviewed 13 AVM and aneurysm survivors, caregivers, loved ones, and medical experts on-location at TAAFWalk. It was a whirlwind day and we had so much fun connecting with the community in-person. Here are the 13 guests interviewed on this episode in the order that they appear: You can learn more about these guests on its episode page found on our website here - Where should we record our next on-location, speedcasting episode? Tweet us @theneuronerds to let us know! Links Mentioned https://taafonline.org/https://www.classy.org/event/taafwalk-2022-17th-annual-aneurysm-and-avm-awareness-walk/e409424New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary We'll be back next week with new episodes! But in the meantime check out all of the cool things we've been building. We have a new YouSoRock Community platform for brain injury survivors, caregivers, and loved ones to connect and support each other. We're hosting virtual events, chats, book clubs, and support groups all in this new community and you can join us for free! Join our community here → https://community.yousorock.coach And Joe also launched his new Rock Your Recovery mindset program for brain injury survivors! It helps you find your purpose and empower you post-brain injury through meaningful goal setting. You can learn more here → https://www.goals.yousorock.coach/rock-your-recovery We also have some great episodes coming up with TAAF (The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation) and Motus Nova! So stay tuned. What are some topics you'd like us to talk about in upcoming episodes? Let us know by tagging @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter! Credits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary In this episode, Joe plays a brainy game with his guest Théa James. They call it Brain Injury Recovery Roulette. Joe asked the brain injury community on his socials for topics to choose from that he should discuss on the show and Thea and Joe then randomly selected one of the topics by rolling a virtual die on the spot to discuss in this episode. The random topic for this episode is overstimulation tips to help ease your nerves when you’re already overstimulated. Joe speaks about overstimulation from the perspective of a man from the states, who also experiences dissociation and PTSD from his stroke while Théa speaks about it from the perspective of a woman from New Zealand who suffered trauma multiple traumatic brain injuries. They also talk about Théa’s experience as a TBI survivor as well as her background as a speech and language pathology student. Help us choose a topic for our next Brain Injury Recovery Roulette round! Tweet and tag us @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter with your topic ideas! Links Mentioned https://instagram.com/yourbrainbffCredits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary In this episode Joe is chatting with Rachel Paverman who didn’t just survive one stroke, but 5 strokes! She also went through 3 craniotomy’s all at the age of 25. They talk about how she maintained her mental fortitude through this tremendous ordeal as well as her new book called To The Abyss, which goes into the full story. If you’re a stroke survivor, we’re here to support you. Tweet us @theneuronerds on Twitter. Links Mentioned https://instagram.com/recoverwithrachTo The Abyss -http://www.rachelpaverman.comCredits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary Joe is speaking at the TAAF Walk on September 18, 2022. On this episode, to celebrate this amazing event supporting aneurysm and AVM survivors, Joe is speaking with TAAF’s community engagement manager, Dina Chon. They talk about how important it is to connect survivors and those who support organizations like TAAF at fundraising events like this walk to spread awareness and encourage more people to support the brain injury survivor community. Spread the word about this event by tweeting the registration link for this event and tagging @TAAF, @TheNeuroNerds and #TAAFWalk. Links Mentioned https://www.classy.org/event/taafwalk-2022-17th-annual-aneurysm-and-avm-awareness-walk/e409424Credits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. SummaryWe’ve been taking a few weeks off from the podcast to build some new resources for the brain injury survivor community! We're planning free virtual events including weekly Twitter spaces; creating a new online community space to connect and support each other; launching Joe’s workshop series for meaningful goal setting and finding your purpose post brain injury; and of course we’re recording new NeuroNerds podcast episodes! What are some topics you'd like us to talk about in upcoming episodes? Let us know by tagging @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter! Credits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary It’s Joe’s 6th stroke-iversary. On August 4, 2016, he suffered a major hemorrhagic stroke that changed his life forever. In this episode, Joe processes the anniversary of his stroke with his friend Mackenzie Lea, a chronic neuro illness survivor suffering from trigeminal neuralgia. After 6 years, Joe is realizing that every year feels different post-stroke. He talks with Mackenzie about how much connecting with other survivors, helps both of them cope with their deficits emotionally and physically. They also talk about Joe’s vision moving forward and how he plans to support the brain injury survivor community even more deeply through his coaching programs and free resources including virtual support groups and events. What kind of virtual events do you want us to create for our community? We want to support YOU! So let us know what you need to support you through brain injury recovery. Let us know by tweeting @theneuronerds on Twitter. Links Mentioned https://bit.ly/3BTS6BJhttps://instagram.com/macdaddytheladyfaceCredits New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Twitter/Instagram and Like us at Facebook.com/TheNeuroNerds. Summary Having a positive attitude post-brain injury is key to recovery. In this episode Joe is chatting with a Cynthia Dyke, a TBI survivor with infectious positivity. They talk about the importance of wearing seatbelts to prevent brain injury in an accident and dealing with bad bedside man from doctors. They also touch on connecting with the community and the gift of a second chance to live life to the fullest after brain injury. How do you live life to the fullest and appreciate each day? Share with us on by tagging @theneuronerds on Twitter Links Mentioned https://www.instagram.com/cynthia0rawr/https://www.instagram.com/sunshine_cakes.baking/ CreditsNew to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tour Find tools for recovery in Joe’s FREE guide, 9 Must-Have Tools for Stroke & Brain Injury Recovery! This guide includes some essential tools for your recovery journey including tips for occupational and physical therapy, mindset, overstimulation, and more. Get your copy here → https://www.yousorock.coach/guide If you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-call Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds Check out The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop at amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Plus get a free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! http://joesorocks.comhttps://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-storyhttp://felicelazae.comhttps://www.soundsignature.productions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.