The Other Side of MS
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Why These Stories Matter
The Other Side of MS exists because too many people affected by multiple sclerosis spend their lives explaining themselves. Here, they do not have to.
People come on this podcast to talk about what MS has changed in their lives. Some of it is hard to say. Some of it has never been said out loud before.
They are not asked to make the story easier to hear. They are not pushed toward hope, inspiration, or a lesson.
You will hear from people living with MS, along with spouses, caregivers, clinicians, researchers, and others whose lives have been shaped by the disease.
The conversations can be painful, funny, uncomfortable, quiet, or unfinished.
The goal is simple. Give people the time to speak, and listen closely enough for them to know they were heard.
Yes, I Have MS
with Lisa Graham
Lisa has lived with multiple sclerosis for 33 years. She calls it an unwelcome houseguest. It is there, but she refuses to let it control the house.
A former soldier, national champion bodybuilder, retired professional athlete, and cyclist, Lisa still trains, lifts weights, and measures most of her year in normal days rather than bad ones.
Her story is not about telling others how to live with MS. It is about making room for another honest version of it. MS is unpredictable, but for Lisa, it still does not get to be the most important thing about Lisa.
Start Listening
Not sure where to begin? These episodes are a great place to start.
This Is Not About Silver Linings
with Tyler Campbell
Nine years of denial and isolation.
Listen on SpotifyDeath of My Former Self
with Selena Buongiorno
Navigating MS from both sides of care.
Listen on SpotifyLiving Inside Something You Didn't Choose
with Rachael Fenich
What MS looks like inside a marriage.
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