The NeuroNerds: A Brain Injury Recovery & Pop Culture Show

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Instagram, and tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIn this episode 226 of The NeuroNerds podcast, join host Joe and executive director of The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation, Dina Chon, as they announce the upcoming Brain, Body & Soul Fest! This virtual music festival and nonprofit telethon in the Metaverse is the first of its kind, raising funds for The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation (TAAF) while bringing awareness about brain injury. By uniting global audiences around the cause of brain health, the festival empowers the world and supports neuroscience initiatives. Joe and Dina invite you to jump into the Metaverse and build a more connected world through music, art, and promoting brain health.Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode.Main Talking Points• Brain, Body & Soul Fest announcement• Raising funds for The Aneurysm and AVM Foundation (TAAF) • Bringing awareness about brain injury • Uniting global audiences around the cause of brain health • Empowering the world and supporting neuroscience initiatives Links MentionedSign up for updates and learn more about Brain, Body & Soul Fest at https://brainbodyandsoulfest.comFollow TAAF on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/taaf_orgConnect with Joe on Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn.New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourTo further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources:Join our FREE YouSoRock Brain Injury support community at https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969Get Joe's FREE guide 9 Must-Have Tools For Brain Injury Recovery at https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/toolsIf you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-callCredits:• Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg)• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae)• Edited by D’Var Baggett (@keyconceptproductions)Submit your brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Instagram, and tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds.SummaryWrapping up our empowering 2023 Stroke Awareness Month Series! In episode 225, host Joe Borges chats with the incredible Betty Howard, a stroke survivor who thrives on her recovery journey with a positive outlook. Betty shares her insights on stroke recovery and the importance of maintaining a positive mindset throughout the process. Don't miss this heartfelt conversation that will leave you motivated and informed.Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode.Main Talking PointsBetty Howard's personal journey as a stroke survivorInsights on maintaining a positive mindset during stroke recoveryStrategies for thriving on the recovery journeyLinks MentionedFollow Betty on Instagram at https://instagram.com/strongerthanstrokeAbout Betty HowardBetty is a stroke survivor, advocate for other survivors, speaker, life coach, and mother from northern California. About Joe BorgesJoe Borges is The NeuroNerds podcast host and a stroke survivor himself. With a mission to share inspirational stories and raise awareness, he interviews other stroke survivors and medical experts, delving into experiences and insights surrounding stroke recovery all through his love of nerd and pop culture. Connect with Joe on Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn.New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourTo further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources:Join our FREE YouSoRock Brain Injury support community at https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969Get Joe's FREE guide 9 Must-Have Tools For Brain Injury Recovery at https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/toolsIf you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-callCredits:• Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg)• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae)• Edited by D’Var Baggett (@keyconceptproductions)Submit your brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Instagram, and tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds.SummaryIn this episode 224 of The NeuroNerds, our host Joe is chatting with Octavia Burrell in our Stroke Awareness Month Series. Octavia shares her personal journey and sheds light on finding your voice as an advocate for fellow stroke survivors. Don't miss this heartfelt conversation that will leave you motivated and informed.Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode.Main Talking PointsOctavia Burrell's personal journey as a stroke survivorFinding your voice as an advocate for stroke survivorsThe importance of raising awareness about strokeStrategies for supporting and empowering stroke survivorsAbout Octavia BurrellOctavia Burrell, a stroke survivor based in Chicago, is an incredible force of resilience and inspiration. When she's not advocating for stroke survivors, you can find her pouring her heart and soul into her blog, Nomadic Caffeine, where she shares her personal experiences, insights, and uplifting stroke survivor stories. Check it out at www.nomadicaffeine.com. About Joe BorgesJoe Borges is The NeuroNerds podcast host and a stroke survivor himself. With a mission to share inspirational stories and raise awareness, he interviews other stroke survivors and medical experts, delving into experiences and insights surrounding stroke recovery all through his love of nerd and pop culture. Connect with Joe on Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn.New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourTo further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources:Join our FREE YouSoRock Brain Injury support community at https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969Get Joe's FREE guide 9 Must-Have Tools For Brain Injury Recovery at https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/toolsIf you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-callCredits:• Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg)• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae)• Edited by D’Var Baggett (@keyconceptproductions)Submit your brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All episodes are available at https://TheNeuroNerds.com. Follow @TheNeuroNerds on Instagram, and tweet your topic suggestions at @TheNeuroNerds.SummaryWe continue our Stroke Awareness Month series in episode 223 of The NeuroNerds! In this special Mother's Day edition, our host Joe Borges chats with stroke survivor Rianne Langenacker about her experience recovering from a stroke while raising her children. Rianne shares her inspiring journey, her love for video games, and how her story can raise awareness about stroke prevention and recovery.Thanks for tuning in to The NeuroNerds podcast where we celebrate stories of resilience and strength with some nerdom in every episode.Main Talking PointsIntroduction to Stroke Awareness Month and Rianne Langenacker's storyRianne's stroke experience and initial recoveryThe challenges of being a stroke survivor and a mother (Mother's Day special)Rianne and Joe's shared love for nerdom and video gamesSupport systems for stroke survivorsAbout Rianne LangenackerRianne Langenacker is a stroke survivor, mother, and passionate advocate for stroke awareness. After her stroke, she faced the challenges of recovery and motherhood head-on, becoming an inspiration to many. Connect with Rianne on InstagramAbout Joe BorgesJoe Borges is The NeuroNerds podcast host and a stroke survivor himself. With a mission to share inspirational stories and raise awareness, he interviews other stroke survivors and medical experts, delving into experiences and insights surrounding stroke recovery all through his love of nerd and pop culture. Connect with Joe on Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok, and LinkedIn.New to our show? Take our episode tour to get started! https://newsletter.theneuronerds.com/tourTo further support brain injury recovery, check out these additional resources:Join our FREE YouSoRock Brain Injury support community at https://community.yousorock.coach/invitation?code=4F8969Get Joe's FREE guide 9 Must-Have Tools For Brain Injury Recovery at https://www.guide.yousorock.coach/toolsIf you’re a brain injury survivor who would like to learn how to shift your mindset, create a routine, and get more support during recovery, book a call with Joe at https://newsletter.yousorock.coach/checkin-callCredits:• Co-hosted by Joe Borges (@joesorocks) and Lauren Manzano (@tankbbg)• Produced by Joe Borges and Felice LaZae (@felicelazae)• Edited by D’Var Baggett (@keyconceptproductions)Submit your brain injury recovery story at https://www.joesorocks.com/submit-your-story Support The NeuroNerds podcast on Patreon and join our NeuroJedi High Council at www.Patreon.com/TheNeuroNerds The NeuroNerds Amazon Shop: https://amazon.com/shop/theneuronerds Free Audible trial at http://www.audibletrial.com/theneuronerds! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring the surprisingly common experience of discovering you had a stroke after the fact