Mastering MS WTOP | Hubbard Radio
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Living with Multiple Sclerosis is not always easy, but that doesn’t mean you can’t live a happy, productive, awesome life with the disease. Join Mike Murillo (who has MS) and Nick Irons (whose dad has MS) for the first podcast for those living with MS AND their families. This is the podcast for you if you have MS or if you love someone with MS and want to stay up to date on the state of the multiple sclerosis world.
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Episode 11 - John King's Inspiring Journey: Living with Multiple Sclerosis
In this exclusive interview, CNN Senior National Correspondent John King opens up about his courageous journey living with multiple sclerosis. Join us as he shares his personal story, from when he first suspected something was wrong neurologically to when he finally got the diagnosis. He also opens up about why he kept his illness a secret from the public for many years and what led to his decision, to tell the world.
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Episode 10 - Chris Wright on living his NBA dream after the diagnosis.
He's the first basketball player with MS to play in the NBA. Chris Wright shares his MS journey which includes not letting the illness stop him from playing professional basketball.
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Episode 9 - 50 years after the diagnosis: Nick's dad John Irons shares his MS journey
Mastering MS co-host Nick Iron's dad John Irons was diagnosed with MS 50 years ago. On this week's episode he shares how his journey which for many years didn't include treatment, because none were available.
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Hosts Mike & Nick share their MS stories
Mastering MS host Nick shares his story of growing up with a father with MS and his work to raise awareness which includes swimming the entire Mississippi River! Also, Co-host Mike shares his MS journey which includes the day his MS got his attention, leading to an early diagnosis.
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Episode 7 - Walking to raise MS awareness
Nick and Mike take the podcast on the road to the National Mall for the National MS Society's 2023 Walk MS event in DC. Chartese Berry, President of the National MS Society of Greater Washington D.C. talks about the work the organization is doing to not only raise awareness but help find a cure for the illness. Also, participants share their MS journeys.
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Episode 6 - An Empowered Spirit: An MS advocate shares her MS journey
Diagnosed in 1986, MS Advocate Cathy Chester has since dedicated her life to raising MS awareness and inspiring others with the illness to live their best lives. Chester began her advocacy and started sharing her story publicly in the days before every home had internet and before social media posts could easily reach millions in minutes. She share's her MS journey on this episode of Mastering MS.
Customer Reviews
Living with MS? This is a must-listen podcast.
With four friends living with MS right now, this is a must-listen podcast for me. The insight, stories, sharing and solid information provided by Mike, Nick and their guests give an honest look at MS and how I might better support those I love living with it.