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  • Heal Out Loud: A Conversation with Meghan Bradshaw about Reclaiming Your Power

    Heal Out Loud: A Conversation with Meghan Bradshaw about Reclaiming Your Power
    Feb 13 2025
    Tick-borne disease often feels like it takes everything from you. Meghan Bradshaw is no exception. As a healthy 20-something, Meghan’s health suddenly declined. Her journey led her from misdiagnosis to multiple joint replacements, fusions, and physiological and emotional devastation. Rather than sitting back and accepting her illness, Meghan instead chose to use her experience to inspire change. Check out her story and listen in to what she’s doing now!

    To learn more about the work Meghan is doing visit: https://www.meghanbradshaw.com/

    Be sure to follow Meghan on social media platforms @mcbradshaw

    To learn more about Center For Lyme Action and the 2025 Virtual Fly In visit: https://centerforlymeaction.org/events/

    The Alpha-gal Allergen Inclusion Act (HR 9382)
    In August 2024, Congressman Van Drew introduced H.R. 9382, the Alpha-gal Allergen Inclusion Act (AGAIA). This bill will amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to add alpha-gal to the definition of “major food allergen.” If enacted, the bill will require labeling of alpha-gal on packaged foods sold in the U.S. in the same way other top allergens such as milk, eggs, and peanuts are currently labeled.

    To fill out the two-minute form asking your Representative for support visit: https://alphagalaction.org/take-action-on-the-alpha-gal-allergen-inclusion-act/
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    54 min
  • Holding Hope: A Conversation on Healing Through Purpose with Ali, Founder of The Tick Chicks

    Holding Hope: A Conversation on Healing Through Purpose with Ali, Founder of The Tick Chicks
    Jan 30 2025
    Ali knew something was not right, even when she was told repeatedly, “everything is normal.” Although relentless in her pursuit to find answers, it still took more than six years for her lyme diagnosis. Ali walks us through her journey and how it began by shifting her mindset to show up each day. Her “5 Minute Mindset” inspired her work at The Tick Chicks, a platform built to help others see the light at the end of the tunnel. You won't want to miss this empowering conversation, so tune in now!

    Ali, lives in LA with her family and is the founder of the Tick Chicks, a platform where she blogs, hosts The Lyme Time podcast, and offers incredible resources for diagnosing, managing, and healing Lyme disease.

    To learn more about the work Ali is doing at the Tick Chicks visit: https://thetickchicks.com/
    Find Ali on all social media platforms @thetickchicks
    Listen to inspiring stories and interviews on the Lyme Time Podcast
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    45 min
  • Pulling the Pin: Stories of Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine

    Pulling the Pin: Stories of Anaphylaxis and Epinephrine
    Jan 16 2025
    Using your auto-injector is NOT like pulling the pin on a grenade! In this episode, we share our experiences with anaphylaxis and how we let fear cloud our understanding of the relief brought by proper treatment, including epinephrine. Anaphylaxis can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. Preparation is key. We discuss the steps we take and the tools we have in place for when a reaction hits. Join us for an open conversation on preparing for the worst case scenario.

    To learn more about allergy & anaphylaxis emergency plans visit FAACT:
    https://www.foodallergyawareness.org/food-allergy-and-anaphylaxis/what-is-anaphylaxis/allergy-and-anaphylaxis-emergency-plans/
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    30 min
  • Free to Be Me 2025 Retreat: A Conversation with Founder, Amanda Orlando

    Free to Be Me 2025 Retreat: A Conversation with Founder, Amanda Orlando
    Jan 2 2025
    In this episode, we welcome Amanda Orlando back to the podcast to chat about the Free To Be Me Society’s 2025 retreat, happening April 4-6, 2025 in Toronto, Canada. This year’s retreat focuses on repose: a state of rest, sleep, or tranquility. Amanda shares the inspiration behind the event and explains why the emphasis of the retreat this year is on rest and mental wellbeing.

    Early bird registration ends January 2, so get your tickets today! https://www.freetobeme.ca/


    Learn more about Free to Be Me Events and Amanda at:
    @EverydayAllergenFree
    My blog: Everyday Allergen-Free
    Free To Be Me
    @FreeToBeMeEvents
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    36 min
  • Check Yo Self: A Conversation with Olivia and Steve Abrams, the Father-Daughter Duo Behind TiCK MiTT

    Check Yo Self: A Conversation with Olivia and Steve Abrams, the Father-Daughter Duo Behind TiCK MiTT
    Dec 19 2024
    Olivia and Steve Abrams have every reason to hate ticks. After navigating their own battles with Lyme disease, the dynamic duo set out to find a solution to reduce tick exposure. But what started as a personal journey became a mission to help others reduce the risk of tick-borne disease transmission through the development of TiCK MiTT. Tune in now to hear more about the passion and innovation behind Olivia and Steve’s simple, effective tool to remove ticks before they attach!

    Follow TiCK MiTT on social media @tick.mitt

    To learn more about TiCK MiTT, tick tips, to purchase your TiCK MiTT and Check Yo Self Merch visit: https://tickmitt.com/

    Use code TICKFREE for 10% off your entire order!
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    50 min
  • Elijah’s Echo: A Conversation with Thomas Silvera, Co-Founder of the Elijah-Alavi Foundation

    Elijah’s Echo: A Conversation with Thomas Silvera, Co-Founder of the Elijah-Alavi Foundation
    Dec 5 2024
    Thomas Silvera and his wife Dina lived through a parent’s worst nightmare when they tragically lost their three-year old son to an allergic reaction at his daycare facility. In this conversation, Thomas shares how they have turned their tragedy into a mission to help save the lives of other food-allergic children across the country through awareness, education, and changing the law. You won't want to miss this inspiring conversation, so tune in now!

    To learn more about the Elijah-Alavi Foundation visit: https://www.elijahalavifoundation.org/

    Follow along on social media @elijahsecho
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    1 h et 4 min
  • Grateful for Good Eats

    Grateful for Good Eats
    Nov 22 2024
    It’s that time of year again! And because so many of our holiday traditions revolve around food, we thought we would re-release our Thanksgiving episode.

    We often feel like we miss out on delicious comfort and tradition due to our alpha-gal restrictions. Not this year, because it’s all about safe foods! In this Holiday Mini, The Gals share some of their favorite Thanksgiving recipes & tips for having a joyful experience.

    Find some of our favorite holiday recipes on our blog at:

    https://www.twoalphagals.com/blog/feasting-ag-safe
    https://www.twoalphagals.com/blog/thanksgiving
    https://www.twoalphagals.com/blog/comfort-joy
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    15 min
  • Moving the Needle: A Conversation with Changemaker Ali Moresco on Moving from Illness to Advocacy

    Moving the Needle: A Conversation with Changemaker Ali Moresco on Moving from Illness to Advocacy
    Nov 7 2024
    Ali Moresco didn’t always feel well enough to be the advocate she is now. But her long fight with Lyme Disease inspired her to influence and change the world around her. As founder of Moresco Public Relations and Communications where she marries patient needs with client goals, and her service to various Lyme advocacy groups where she continues to lobby and fundraise, Ali is a champion for healthcare causes. Listen now and be inspired!

    Follow Ali on social media: @alitmoresco

    To learn more about the work Ali is doing with Moresco PR visit: https://www.amorescopr.com/

    To learn more about Project Lyme visit: https://projectlyme.org/
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    52 min