Beyond the Label with Asteryx

Asteryx

We spend so much time talking about what's on the label that we rarely talk about the people behind it. Hosted by Kassidy Allen, founder of Asteryx, Beyond the Label is a podcast about the conversations we should be having but rarely do. Through honest stories, unfiltered perspectives, practical insights, and real-life experiences, we explore what it actually means to live with food allergies, and build a life that feels bigger than them. Because food allergies are part of the story, but they're never the whole story.

Episodes

  1. Jun 19

    The Reality of Xolair, Anxiety, and Learning to Live Again

    The diagnosis is only the beginning of the story. In this episode of Beyond the Label with Asteryx, Kassidy sits down with Daphne to talk about the realities of living with food allergies beyond the doctor's office. From her experience with Xolair to navigating anxiety, fear, confidence, and the everyday challenges that don't always get talked about, this is an honest conversation about life with allergies and the person behind the diagnosis. Together, they explore what it means to balance safety with actually living your life, how food allergies can impact mental health, and why healing isn't always a straight line. Topics discussed:• Daphne's food allergy journey• Her experience with Xolair• The mental health side of food allergies• Anxiety, fear, and navigating uncertainty• Finding confidence while living with allergies• Life beyond the diagnosis Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Daphne's Allergy Background 03:15 Discovering and Outgrowing Nut Allergies 05:38 Starting Xolair and Its Impact on Anxiety 08:00 Realization of Being Less Allergic Than Thought 09:35 Mental Health and Allergy Anxiety in College 12:17 Food Allergy Anxiety and Therapy Options 15:48 Negative Experiences at Food Establishments 21:35 College and Food Allergies 23:42 Travel and Successes Abroad 29:45 Social Dynamics with Food Allergies 32:39 How Food Allergies Shaped Daphne as a Person 36:19 Hobbies and Interests Outside of Allergies 37:12 Advice for Newly Diagnosed and Xolair Users 46:03 Closing Remarks and Social Media Shoutouts Connect with Daphne: https://www.instagram.com/daphsfoodfinds?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Connect with Asteryx: https://linktr.ee/asteryxcollective

    49 min

  2. Jun 9

    What If Food Allergies Were Never Just About Food?

    Food allergies change what you eat, but they shouldn't determine who you become. In the first episode of Beyond the Label, Kassidy shares the philosophy behind the show, why she believes the food allergy conversation is missing something important, and what inspired her to start this podcast. After 23 years of living with 10 anaphylactic food allergies, Kassidy has learned that the biggest challenges often have nothing to do with food. They're about identity, relationships, independence, fear, confidence, and figuring out how to build a life that feels bigger than your diagnosis. This episode dives into the conversations that aren't happening enough, the mission behind Beyond the Label, a little bit of Kassidy's story, and what listeners can expect from future episodes. Because this show isn't just about food allergies. It's about people. Topics discussed:• The philosophy behind Beyond the Label• Why the food allergy conversation needs to evolve• Kassidy's personal journey with food allergies• The hidden challenges that come with living with allergies• What to expect from future episodes and guests Timestamps:00:00 Introduction00:20 The Human Experience Beyond the Diagnosis 04:03 Why Beyond the Label and Asteryx06:25 What to Expect from Beyond the Label09:40 More About Kassidy and Asteryx14:17 Closing Thoughts Connect with Asteryx:https://linktr.ee/asteryxcollective

    16 min
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We spend so much time talking about what's on the label that we rarely talk about the people behind it. Hosted by Kassidy Allen, founder of Asteryx, Beyond the Label is a podcast about the conversations we should be having but rarely do. Through honest stories, unfiltered perspectives, practical insights, and real-life experiences, we explore what it actually means to live with food allergies, and build a life that feels bigger than them. Because food allergies are part of the story, but they're never the whole story.

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