20 episodes

Ardra Shephard brings her confessional/informational blog Tripping On Air to the podcast airways where she spills the tea on what it’s really like to live with MS. Joining Ardra is co-host Alex Hajjar (Social Animals podcast), an MS expert by marriage. Tune in monthly as Ardra and Alex explore the dynamics between patients and partners, share chronic-illness life-hacks, and dish about everything from symptoms to stigma. Tripping On Air invites the cool kids of chronic illness to hang out, have a laugh, learn some tips, and above all, feel seen.

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    • 5.0 • 35 Ratings

Ardra Shephard brings her confessional/informational blog Tripping On Air to the podcast airways where she spills the tea on what it’s really like to live with MS. Joining Ardra is co-host Alex Hajjar (Social Animals podcast), an MS expert by marriage. Tune in monthly as Ardra and Alex explore the dynamics between patients and partners, share chronic-illness life-hacks, and dish about everything from symptoms to stigma. Tripping On Air invites the cool kids of chronic illness to hang out, have a laugh, learn some tips, and above all, feel seen.

    Getting Your Groove Back: Navigating MS & Sexual Dysfunction

    Getting Your Groove Back: Navigating MS & Sexual Dysfunction

    MS-related Sexual Dysfunction is a medical issue that should be taken seriously. If MS is impacting your sex life, you are not alone and it is not your fault. From symptoms to solutions, we're talking about how MS can mess with your mojo and what you can do to keep MS out of the bedroom.

    • 31 min
    10 Rare Or Unusual MS Symptoms That Might Surprise You

    10 Rare Or Unusual MS Symptoms That Might Surprise You

    MS is a disease of the central nervous system, which means whatever can go wrong, might go wrong. We’re talking about 10 rare or unusual symptoms you may not associate with MS. From hiccups to hearing loss, it’s not all in your head (it’s in your brain and spinal cord!) Plus, stay tuned to the end of the episode for my latest MS life hack.

    • 39 min
    Tripping On Answers: Celebs, Sex & Self-Motivation

    Tripping On Answers: Celebs, Sex & Self-Motivation

    We're answering your wildest MS questions: from dishing about celebrities with MS, to spilling the tea on taboo topics like sex, fatigue, and everything in between, we're diving deep, no holds barred. Be sure to stay tuned to the very end for my latest MS life-hack and product recommendation!

    • 44 min
    The Pros and Cons of Complaining About MS

    The Pros and Cons of Complaining About MS

    Whether you hate Mondays or your mother-in-law, we all get sucked into a complaining vortex from time to time. But when it comes to chronic illnesses like MS, the pressure to be a palatable patient–plucky, upbeat, optimistic–is pervasive. If you need to vent, you’re in the right place. We’re talking about how keeping it real and occasionally complaining about MS can be normal and even healthy.

    • 31 min
    Neuroplasticity and MS with Dr. Gretchen Hawley

    Neuroplasticity and MS with Dr. Gretchen Hawley

    Exercise is a powerful DMT (disease modifying therapy). Dr. Gretchen Hawley, Certified MS Specialist & Author of "The MSing Link," joins us to talk about the magic of neuroplasticity and the targeted physiotherapy that can help improve strength and MS symptoms.

    Plus, if you’re like me and exercising with MS feels completely overwhelming, Dr. Gretchen’s got tips to keep us motivated even on our MSiest days.

    • 42 min
    What the Heck is Smouldering MS?

    What the Heck is Smouldering MS?

    Ever wondered why your MS seems to be getting worse even though you’re not having any relapses? Your MRI is stable but you feel anything but?

    We’re speaking with Dr. Jiwon Oh of the BARLO MS Centre about what the heck Smouldering MS is and what we can do about it. Whether you’re hearing about Smouldering MS for the first time or you’re looking for the latest in scientific research, you’re not going to want to miss this episode.

    • 37 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
35 Ratings

35 Ratings

cbatkins ,

5 STARS for these 2 STARS

Ardra & Alex are so fantastic at talking about the hard stuff while making us laugh. So very appreciated.

Great for fast editing ,

Arda is legit

I could listen to Adra all day. She’s real and smart and funny. Thank you so much for doing the amazing work you do!

Quiltymama4 ,

Yes!!!!!!!

Spot on, all the things I think about daily. A 10 star review worthy podcast. Thank you!!!!

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