Tripping On Air
Tripping On Air
Accessible Media Inc
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.
2024 Holiday Gift Guide
The 2024 Tripping On Air Holiday Gift guide is here and it’s bigger and better than ever, because we know that the right gift can make MS, or any chronic illness, suck just a little bit less. This list is full of gifts for people with MS as well as incredible giveaways from brands like Cadense Adaptive, Aille Design, Cheekbone Beauty, byAcre, FUMS and IZ Adaptive! You do not want to miss it!
Nov 22, 2024
44 min
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.
Jul 19, 2024
31 min
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.
Jun 14, 2024
39 min
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!
May 10, 2024
44 min
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.
Apr 12, 2024
31 min
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.
Mar 8, 2024
42 min
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.
Feb 9, 2024
37 min
How to Reinvent When MS (or Anything Else) Threatens Your Sense of Purpose
Losing a sense of purpose can be one of the more devastating invisible symptoms of MS. But perfect health is not a prerequisite for a life of meaning. On this episode of the Tripping On Air podcast we’re talking about how to reinvent when MS (or anything) tries to get in the way of your identity and sense of purpose.
Jan 12, 2024
27 min
2023 Holiday Gift Guide
The annual Tripping On Air Holiday Gift guide is here and it’s bigger and better than ever, because we know that the right gift can make MS, or any chronic illness, suck just a little bit less. We’ve got 19 gifts for people with MS and more than two thousand dollars worth of giveaways you do not want to miss.
Nov 24, 2023
45 min
Skip The Mistletoe: 12 Tips For Tripping Through The Holidays With MS
Whether it’s fatigue, concerns about accessibility, or even sensory overload, MS can make the festive season feel like more trouble than it’s worth. If you’re tempted to just stay home and sit the celebrations out, this episode is for you. We’ve got 12 tips to make sure your social life isn’t a casualty of MS. Plus, you’re gonna wanna share this episode with the party people in your life, because we’ve got tips for what your friends and family can do to make sure you can all enjoy the holidays together.
Nov 10, 2023
37 min
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