Anomaly

meganhapegault
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Am I the anomaly? Are you? Join me as I navigate the complexities of renal failure, the intricacies of transplant waiting lists, and the unpredictable nature of living with medical rarities. This is a space where we embrace the chaos of the abnormal and share the journey of what it means to be different.

Episodes

  1. Sep 29

    After the Silence: Grief, Survival, and Family Secrets

    This episode is an intimate conversation covering heavy topics including the loss of a child, postpartum depression, suicide attempts, childhood and domestic abuse, custody battles, and complex family dynamics. The speakers share personal memories—from memorials and NICU scares to struggles with control, isolation, and recovery—ultimately describing their journey through trauma toward strength, healing, and protecting their children.   https://discord.gg/7QJehph9yy https://gofund.me/533f36501 https://www.instagram.com/anomaly.podcast26?utm_source=qr&igsi=dGdkcGJpNXJ5a2Vz https://www.tiktok.com/@anomaly.podcast?_r=1&_t=ZP-9A5co4uCc1e https://www.facebook.com/share/g/198pYoqrWs/   Credited Anomaly x Don't Tell (Mashup)   Don't Tell created by Jill Starise  Anamaly created by Aloha Kaimana   https://www.youtube.com/@JillStarise   https://www.tiktok.com/@jillystarise   https://www.instagram.com/lillithstar_/   https://suno.com/@starise   https://www.tiktok.com/@alohakaimana   https://suno.com/@alohakaimana

  2. Sep 28

    Chosen Family, Broken Bodies: Sisters Navigating Medical Chaos

    Trigger warning: this episode includes subjects such as SA, postpartum depression, suicide, self-harm, physical violence, domestic abuse, childhood abuse, child loss, and if this is something that you are sensitive to, please listen with caution, and remember, always take care of yourself first. Two chosen sisters open up in raw, honest conversation about surviving medical trauma, difficult diagnoses (EDS, POTS, fibromyalgia, kidney failure), loss, and the failures of healthcare. They share stories of laughter, fights, guardian-feather moments, and the fierce support of their chosen family — offering insight, advocacy tips, and comfort to listeners who may be going through similar struggles. This is an emotional, intimate first part of a multi-episode conversation — real, unfiltered, and full of resilience. https://discord.gg/7QJehph9yy https://gofund.me/533f36501 https://www.instagram.com/anomaly.podcast26?utm_source=qr&igsi=dGdkcGJpNXJ5a2Vz https://www.tiktok.com/@anomaly.podcast?_r=1&_t=ZP-9A5co4uCc1e https://www.facebook.com/share/g/198pYoqrWs/   Anomaly x Don't Tell (Mashup)   Don't Tell created by Jill Starise  Anamaly created by Aloha Kaimana   https://www.youtube.com/@JillStarise   https://www.tiktok.com/@jillystarise   https://www.instagram.com/lillithstar_/   https://suno.com/@starise   https://www.tiktok.com/@alohakaimana   https://suno.com/@alohakaimana

  3. Sep 27

    Anomaly Podcast: Building a Community for the Chronically Ill

    Host invites listeners to join the new Anomaly Podcast community (Discord, social links) while sharing personal struggles with chronic illness, upcoming dental surgery, GoFundMe, and the challenges of mom guilt and feeling isolated. The episode focuses on creating a safe space for people who feel like "anomalies" to connect, share stories, and support one another.       https://discord.gg/7QJehph9yy https://gofund.me/533f36501 https://www.instagram.com/anomaly.podcast26?utm_source=qr&igsi=dGdkcGJpNXJ5a2Vz https://www.tiktok.com/@anomaly.podcast?_r=1&_t=ZP-9A5co4uCc1e https://www.facebook.com/share/g/198pYoqrWs/   Anomaly x Don't Tell (Mashup)   Don't Tell created by Jill Starise  Anamaly created by Aloha Kaimana   https://www.youtube.com/@JillStarise   https://www.tiktok.com/@jillystarise   https://www.instagram.com/lillithstar_/   https://suno.com/@starise   https://www.tiktok.com/@alohakaimana   https://suno.com/@alohakaimana

  4. Sep 11

    Graves, Grit, and Gut Punches: When a Cemetery Breaks a Family

    In this episode, the host shares a deeply personal week — confronting a local cemetery that damaged their daughter’s headstone and the emotional fallout that triggered PTSD and public attention. They also discuss the daily realities of living with chronic illness: extreme pain, exhaustion, hair and tooth loss, the hard choice of getting dentures, financial strain, and the vulnerability of asking for help via a GoFundMe. The episode is a plea for human connection and compassion — urging listeners to check on one another, offer small acts of kindness, and share the host’s fundraiser if they can’t donate.   https://gofund.me/533f36501 Anomaly x Don't Tell (Mashup)   Don't Tell created by Jill Starise  Anamaly created by Aloha Kaimana   https://www.youtube.com/@JillStarise   https://www.tiktok.com/@jillystarise   https://www.instagram.com/lillithstar_/   https://suno.com/@starise   https://www.tiktok.com/@alohakaimana   https://suno.com/@alohakaimana

  5. Aug 29

    Madison Matters: Grief, Anger, and the Fight for Recognition

    This episode is a raw, personal recounting of a mother's stillbirth at 35 weeks, sharing the shock, grief, and how it changed her life. She discusses mental health, postpartum struggles, anger toward medical and bureaucratic treatment of stillbirth, and the importance of memory, support, and advocacy for bereaved parents.     Anomaly x Don't Tell (Mashup)   Don't Tell created by Jill Starise  Anamaly created by Aloha Kaimana   https://www.youtube.com/@JillStarise   https://www.tiktok.com/@jillystarise   https://www.instagram.com/lillithstar_/   https://suno.com/@starise   https://www.tiktok.com/@alohakaimana   https://suno.com/@alohakaimana

  6. Aug 23

    Anomaly: Finding Your Tribe — Support, Grief, and Hope

    Host Anomaly shares personal updates about transplant antibody challenges and a call for potential kidney donors, introduces new co-host Xander, and reflects on grief, mental health, and therapy. The episode focuses on finding the right support system—friends, family, journaling, art, pets, and hotlines—offering practical tips for communicating, coping, and reaching out to the Anomaly community for help. Cash app $Emandrahime Paypal @emandrahime Venmo @Emandrahime Instagram anomaly.podcast26 https://www.instagram.com/anomaly.podcast26?utm_source=qr&igsi=dGdkcGJpNXJ5a2Vz TikTok anomaly.podcast https://www.tiktok.com/@anomaly.podcast?_r=1&_t=ZP-997lhFAklzC Facebook https://www.facebook.com/share/g/198pYoqrWs/ Anomaly x Don't Tell (Mashup)   Don't Tell created by Jill Starise  Anamaly created by Aloha Kaimana   https://www.youtube.com/@JillStarise   https://www.tiktok.com/@jillystarise   https://www.instagram.com/lillithstar_/   https://suno.com/@starise   https://www.tiktok.com/@alohakaimana   https://suno.com/@alohakaimana

  7. Aug 11

    Anomaly: Living with Renal Failure, Amputation & Hope

    Host Megan shares her personal journey through renal failure, regular dialysis, and the hope of a transplant, alongside surviving a flesh-eating infection and an above-knee amputation. She opens up about pregnancy loss, caregiving for family members with serious illness, and the daily realities of chronic medical challenges. This episode invites listeners to share their own ‘anomalies,’ destigmatizes organ failure and disability, and offers a candid, honest look at surviving, connecting, and finding meaning amid medical and personal hardship. If you woulkd like to submit your story please contact us at anomalypodcastlistener@gmail.com

    Anomaly: Living with Renal Failure, Amputation & Hope
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Am I the anomaly? Are you? Join me as I navigate the complexities of renal failure, the intricacies of transplant waiting lists, and the unpredictable nature of living with medical rarities. This is a space where we embrace the chaos of the abnormal and share the journey of what it means to be different.

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  • Creator
    meganhapegault
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2026 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Anomaly