100 episodes

Authentic conversations about Tourette Syndrome, produced by an insider who isn't interested in the ol' one-dimensional take on what it's like to have TS. On each episode, host Ben Brown talks with a fellow Touretter about his or her history, tics, social interactions and daily management of Tourette's -- whether by masking it, owning it, medicating it, or something altogether different. It's engaging, funny, heavy, real. Get ready to meet people who blow away the standard portrayal.

Tourette's Podcast Geeks Rising

    • Health & Fitness
    • 5.0 • 91 Ratings

Authentic conversations about Tourette Syndrome, produced by an insider who isn't interested in the ol' one-dimensional take on what it's like to have TS. On each episode, host Ben Brown talks with a fellow Touretter about his or her history, tics, social interactions and daily management of Tourette's -- whether by masking it, owning it, medicating it, or something altogether different. It's engaging, funny, heavy, real. Get ready to meet people who blow away the standard portrayal.

    Season 9 - Episode 5 - Behind Closed Doors, I've Got This

    Season 9 - Episode 5 - Behind Closed Doors, I've Got This

    This week, Britney and Jhonelle have a special guest: Colleen! In this episode, we talk about OCD, how it's stigmatized just like Tourette Syndrome is, and the real debilitating toll it can take on a person. 
    If you want to learn more, head over to the Tourette Association's YouTube channel to watch "Living With Tourette Syndrome & OCD: A Community Perspective." 
    For further information and resources regarding Tourette Syndrome and other tic disorders, visit the Tourette Association of America at tourette.org. Fight stigma, raise awareness, expand community.

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Season 9 - Episode 4 - Same Tic, Different Font

    Season 9 - Episode 4 - Same Tic, Different Font

    In this episode, Jhonelle and Britney take a lighthearted approach and talks about weird and humorous things their tics have made them do. They also talk about the importance of being able to laugh them off from time to time and how laughing with a person who tics instead of at them are two different and important distinctions. For more information and resources regarding Tourette Syndrome and other tic disorders, visit the Tourette Association of America at tourette.org. Fight stigma, raise awareness, expand community.

    • 31 min
    Season 9 - Episode 3 - The Great Advocacy Journey

    Season 9 - Episode 3 - The Great Advocacy Journey

    In this episode, Britney and Jhonelle share their stories on how they began advocating about Tourette Syndrome, the ups and downs that come with advocacy, the Tourette Association's National Conference in June, and advice and tips for what to be prepared for if you're interested in advocating. For more information and resources regarding Tourette Syndrome and other tic disorders, visit the Tourette Association of America at tourette.org. Fight stigma, raise awareness, expand community.

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Season 9 - Episode 2 - Weird Things With Tics

    Season 9 - Episode 2 - Weird Things With Tics

    In this episode, Britney Wolf and Jhonelle Bean talk about how tics affect them, some features of tic disorders, like echopraxia, tics versus stimming, imposer syndrome, and much more. For more information and resources regarding Tourette Syndrome and other tic disorders, visit the Tourette Association of America at tourette.org. Fight stigma, raise awareness, expand community.

    • 54 min
    Season 9 - Episode 1 - Change of Command (Britney and Jhonelle!)

    Season 9 - Episode 1 - Change of Command (Britney and Jhonelle!)

    It's a whole new season of Tourette's Podcast! Ben is back at the interview mic with two very special guests who bring us a path-altering twist. On this episode, we pass the torch to your amazing new hosts from the Tourette advocacy world: Britney Wolf and Jhonelle Bean. After a bit of hello and reintroduction, Ben, Britney and Jhonelle get to the classic Touretter conversation that this podcast has been about from the start. Enjoy, relate, share, and please show your love for Britney and Jhonelle as they take over and expand perspective on the Tourette community's favorite podcast. This is an awesome development. For more information and resources regarding Tourette Syndrome and other tic disorders, visit the Tourette Association of America at tourette.org. Fight stigma, raise awareness, expand community.

    • 1 hr 3 min
    S8 - Episode 16 (Finale) - The Immediate People

    S8 - Episode 16 (Finale) - The Immediate People

    It's a moving season finale episode talking with guest Allen Shoaff (a Tourette Association Rising Leader and Youth Ambassador) after highlighting the upcoming Tic Con and a dedication to a Touretter the community recently lost. A subsequent project seeks to build a top-class treatment facility for complex cases of Tourette. 
    Thanks so much to the Tourette Association of America for making another season of episodes possible. 
    Tw: Some discussion of suicide, suicidal ideation, depression during our conversation with Allen. 
    Condolences to the family and friends of Ryan "Larry" Lawrence. Obituary with clinic donation info. 
    Tic Con - https://touretteconference.org/ 

    • 1 hr 36 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
91 Ratings

91 Ratings

Trig210 ,

Great discussion of what Tourette is really like

I’ve lived with Tourette’s for almost 40 years, and I learn a lot from this podcast! Great to hear what other people with this condition experience, and how they cope.

There, I said it. ,

Teacher with Tourette’s

I’d be interested in coming on the show to discuss teaching with Tourette’s. I have my own podcast “There, I said it.” I just interviewed Brad Cohen.

DSokolowski ,

My son has Tourettes

First of all, the quality of this podcast is way better than what I expected it would be. Anyway, my 12 year old son has TS and it’s been a roller coaster of a ride that started when he was 2 years old. I’m so grateful for social media and those coming forward sharing their experience with TS. When my son was diagnosed my only knowledge of TS was “that disease that makes you swear” it was earth shattering but the swearing never came. I would have to explain to other parents before play dates that my son has TS so he might do some weird things “but don’t worry, he doesn’t yell cuss words”. There are so many similarities in the stories of this podcast that it’s kind of therapeutic. Hearing adults speak about how they have navigated fulfilling lives with TS gives this mom and son hope. Thank you for this podcast and being a part of breaking the stigma!

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