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 is 'What Is This Thing Called Life?', a podcast where I try to unravel what life really means to us.
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This podcast is going to open your eyes and your mind to every aspect of relationship, love, sex, marriage and many more. Questions will be answered, topics will be discussed and so much more will be unveiled in THIS THING CALLED "LOVE" (TTCL). Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pamilerin-akanbi/support
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A slightly brief and chaotic description of how our love came to be and how it is today.
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Welcome to This Thing Called Movement! Join us as we expand our understanding and awareness of the multi-faceted, often unspoken, ways movement influences and heals us. From the physical to the mental, emotional to the spiritual, there is so much movement richness in the world that we aren't aware of. We'll debunk myths, share expert advice and gain insight into our guests' personal movement experiences and the transformations that resulted. Step in for inspiring conversations that empower y ...
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EP 91: A Calling To Find A Kidney Donor For All In Need
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A Calling To Find A Kidney Donor For All In Need Darcy Gibson and Andy Johnson discuss the challenges faced by kidney transplant recipients and their families. In this episode they shared their experiences highlighting the importance of storytelling and education when raising awareness about kidney disease, emphasizing the impact of personal storie…
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EP 90: A Wife's Incredible Gift Of Life For Her Husband
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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!…
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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
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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 t…
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EP 88: Azul y Verde; Mes de Donar Vida (Green and Blue; Donate Life Month
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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.Par LifeCenter
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EP 87: Coach Darryn Chenault's Kidney Transplant Journey
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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 famil…
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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. …
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EP 85: From Transplant to Triumph: A Nurse's Journey of Healing, Giving Back and Finding Love
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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 a…
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EP 84: Mes de la Concientización del Riñón
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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.Par LifeCenter
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Ever heard of the line 'let go, let God?' Well, that's BS. Hear me out...Par Neville Scott
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Needed a time-out! But why?Par Neville Scott
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EP 83: Todos Podemos Ayudar
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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.Par LifeCenter
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EP 82: Heartbeat Chronicles - Pioneering Heart Transplant at Christ Hospital With Guest Terri and George Cecere
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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 a…
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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. …
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EP 80: A Guide Through Loss And Transformation, With Kelly Gunnels Valines
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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 a…
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Un nuevo año de donación y DoNation' ?
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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.Par LifeCenter
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#15 - Vulnerability is HARD
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Authenticity, for the most part, looks like unfiltered vulnerability.Par Neville Scott
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"When you know yourself you are empowered. When you accept yourself, you are invincible."–Tina LiffordPar Neville Scott
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Gossip. Fun, but costly. Don't!Par Neville Scott
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#12 - Everyone has a story!
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Be kind. Love All. Share Your ShinePar Neville Scott
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When life knocks you down...Par Neville Scott
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The Four Year Journey Of Waiting For A Kidney Donation
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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 kidn…
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Life's best lived with your folks!Par Neville Scott
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Change your life. For the Better!Par Neville Scott
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#8 - Reflections on Mental Health
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This one was personal. Enjoy!Par Neville Scott
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#7 - Pride: Sneaky, Cunning, and Costly!
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Friends, run away from pride. As fast as you can! Or else...Par Neville Scott
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Our ultimate desire is to be fully known and truly loved. Why on earth do we go about it so wrong though?Par Neville Scott
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#5 - Kindness, or foolishness, nearly cost me my life!
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Was it kindness or foolishness? You decide, but a 'pimp' truly almost killed me!Par Neville Scott
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#4 - All Things Work Together for good. Really?
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Do all things REALLY work together for our good?Par Neville Scott
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When you fall, wipe the dust off your feet, and just try again!Par Neville Scott
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Gratitude. Practice it often. It makes a world of difference!Par Neville Scott
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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 …
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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…
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Episode 75: A Fifteen-year-old’s Decision to Become an Organ Donor and the Impact on his Family
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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 t…
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Episode 74: The Incredible Journey Of Receiving A Kidney
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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…
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Episode 73: Why Is Kidney Disease So Prevalent In The African American Community
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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 prof…
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Community Heroes- El mes nacional de Done Vida- EP 50
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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…
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March is National Kidney Month. On this episode of This Thing Called Life, host Andi Johnson talks with Mike McConnell about kidney health and community outreach. Resources: https://lifepassiton.org/ https://lifepassiton.org/board-of-directors-leadership/ https://www.facebook.com/LifeCenterOH https://www.youtube.com/user/LifeCenterOH https://aopo.o…
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Community Heroes- Riñónes y Mujeres Hispanas En Marzo-EP 49
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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 http…
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Episode 70: Kidney Donor’s Health And Serendipitous Career Path, Post Surgery With Brett Milam
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March is National Kidney Month. On this episode of This Thing Called Life, host Andi Johnson talks with someone who saw a vital need and acted on it in regards to living kidney donation, Brett Milam. Tune in to hear his journey as a living kidney donor. Episode Highlights: Andi previews National Kidney Month and the importance of education. Kidney …
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On this episode of This Thing Called Life, host Andi Johnson highlights March as National Kidney Month. Kidney disease is often referred to as the “silent killer” because so many people have experienced it and complications that cause it without knowing it for an extended period of time. Tune in so you can be educated about this important topic and…
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Episode 68: Role Of Executive Director For An OPO, With Barry Massa
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On this episode of This Thing Called Life, host Andi Johnson finishes up the series of exploring all the parts and roles in the donation process at the OPO. There is one final position to cover, the Executive Director of Life Center, held by Barry Massa. He is also President of the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO). Tune in. Epi…
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Community Heroes: El mes del corazon y la historia negra- EP 48
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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…
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Episode 67: The Gift Of Receiving A Heart Transplant With Donna Jones Baker
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During this episode of This Thing Called Life podcast, host Andi Johnson speaks with Donna Jones Baker who recently received the gift of life through the donation of a kidney and a heart. Donna has learned to appreciate organ donation and its ability to help save so many lives! Episode Highlights: February 14th is National Donor Day, a day to honor…
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Episode 66: What does The Chief Administration Officer Do Within An OPO (Organ Procurement Organization)?
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On this episode of This Thing Called Life, host Andi Johnson finishes up the series of exploring all the parts and roles in the donation process at the OPO. Many different entities come together to make it all possible. Today, Tracie Shelton, the Chief Administration Officer joins the show to share about her role in the organization. Tune in! Episo…
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Episode 65: What does The Chief Operating Officer Do Within An OPO (Organ Procurement Organization)? With Matt Niles
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On this episode of This Thing Called Life, host Andi Johnson finishes up the series on ‘The Donation Process Through The Lens Of The OPO’, exploring how things work and who is involved. There will be two additional guests for the series that will join in to share what they do within the OPO. Today, Matt Niles joins the show to discuss his new role …
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Episode 64: Understanding How Organ Procurement Organizations Are Financed
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On this episode of This Thing Called Life, host Andi Johnson winds down the series on ‘The Donation Process Through The Lens Of The OPO’, exploring how things work and who is involved. If you missed the previous episode in the series, you can find them at lifepassiton.org or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Today, Andi talks with Maryanne Krum…
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Community Heroes: Se puede tener ataúd abierto.- Ep 47
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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…
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