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Beyond Our Cells

Beyond Our Cells

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Beyond Our Cells is a podcast hosted by Taylor Camille highlighting the stories and experiences of those living outside of the limitations of their conditions. Living with Sickle Cell, Taylor’s attempts at hiding her invisible disease and coping with the feelings of otherness has inspired the creation of this podcast. In an effort to seek peace, discussions center on our learned ability to maintain an identity that surpasses the barriers of health conditions which often try to disrupt our peace and overwhelm our spirit. New episodes every Wednesday. Follow @beyondourcells on Instagram and Twitter. Transcripts available on Medium, https://bit.ly/3gjpIMl
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Beyond Our Cells episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Beyond Our Cells for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Beyond Our Cells episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Beyond Our Cells - At the Heart of Heart Disease with Evette Dionne
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06/24/20 • 41 min

Author and Editor in Chief of Bitch Magazine, Evette Dionne talks about how she’s learned to listen to her body and what it needs after being diagnosed with cardiomyopathy at 29.

In this episode we talk about the importance of Black women speaking openly about their health conditions, how to make time for yourself above stretching yourself thin for work and being aware when you don’t feel like yourself.

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Beyond Our Cells - Mental Health From The Heart with Halim Ali
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11/04/20 • 57 min

Halim Ali, a Denver-based mental health educator and advocate has cultivated From The Heart to uplift his community from mental illness through workshops rooted in collective healing.

From his personal experience with incarceration and homelessness Ali's work hits on under discussed topics and caters to caring for underserved demographics like Black men. Ali is making a difference through mental health education that meets people where they are and helps them learn how to grow from generational trauma.

In this episode, we talk about therapy and alternatives, the importance of self awareness, community and the importance of communicating from the heart rather than suffering in silence.

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Beyond Our Cells - Sickle Cell Awareness Month - Jemela
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09/30/20 • 11 min

We are taking a pause in our season 2 programming to acknowledge Sickle Cell Awareness Month.

We will hear letters and reflections from those with the disease, this weeks reflection is from Jemela, read by our host, Taylor Camille.

Jemela's Spotify Pain Relief Playlist can be found here.

Sickle Cell Anemia News: Awareness month events

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Beyond Our Cells - Sickle Cell Awareness Month - Princess
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09/16/20 • 7 min

We are taking a pause in our season 2 programming to acknowledge Sickle Cell Awareness Month.

We will hear letters and reflections from those with the disease, this weeks reflection is from Princess, read by Princess herself.

Sickle Cell Anemia News: Awareness month events

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Beyond Our Cells - Sickle Cell Awareness Month - Taylor
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09/02/20 • 16 min

We are taking a pause in our season 2 programming to acknowledge Sickle Cell Awareness Month.

Later this month we will hear letters and reflections from those with the disease and are starting off the month with a reflection from host, Taylor Camille and a special guest.

Sickle Cell Anemia News: Awareness month events

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Beyond Our Cells - A Vulnerable Voicemail

A Vulnerable Voicemail

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11/18/20 • 8 min

Taylor Camille shares one of the last voicemails from her late father as he neared the end of his journey with prostate cancer.

Its been nearly a year since he departed, this episode is a short reflection on a life cut short but well-lived.

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Beyond Our Cells - Making Space for Mental Health with Priscilla Agyeman
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05/20/20 • 34 min

Priscilla Agyeman, a mental health educator and advocate has created a virtual safe space for young women of color to destigmatize mental health and initiate collective healing. From her personal experience with high functioning anxiety to her graduate studies in public health, Priscilla has been able to spark meaningful health conversations drawing inspiration from current events, friends and her own experience.

In this episode, we talk about ways to cope when access to a therapist may be unattainable, the importance of having an open dialogue about our mental well-being and why creating and sustaining a community for these conversations is necessary.

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Beyond Our Cells - Warrioring Lupus with Charis Sanford
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05/13/20 • 28 min

Charis, a mom of three with many titles reflects on life, work and motherhood with Lupus. Lupus is an inflammatory disease which has been found to be three times more likely in African American women than our Caucasian counterparts. Having been diagnosed at such a young age with no prior trace of the disease in her family, Charis was unsure how it would impact her life or her ability to have children. Three pregnancies later, Charis has beaten the odds and learned more about how to treat her body and what it needs .

In this episode, we talk about Charis' journey navigating her invisible illness, motherhood and ways she has learned to communicate her needs in an effort to reduce her stress and maintain her health.

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Beyond Our Cells - Peacescription: Gratitude
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12/02/20 • 40 min

We're wrapping season 2 with a discussion on peace and gratitude. Practicing gratitude can be difficult, but talking to family helps.

In this episode you'll hear from the voices that have kept me grounded and grateful through the many seasons of life.

Health.com Article 'How Gratitude Can Help You Live a More Meaningful and Fulfilled Life'

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Beyond Our Cells - Activism & Albinism with Roben X
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11/11/20 • 37 min

In this episode, anti-bullying advocate and rapper, Roben X talks about life with albinism and how he has learned to express himself through his music.

Growing up in Memphis, TN attending predominately black schools and spaces with albinism the persona that is Roben X grew out of the necessity to embrace his talents and focus not on the color he lacks but on the light that he can shine on so many relevant feelings from depression and isolation to feelings of otherness.

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FAQ

How many episodes does Beyond Our Cells have?

Beyond Our Cells currently has 31 episodes available.

What topics does Beyond Our Cells cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on Beyond Our Cells?

The episode title 'A Vulnerable Voicemail' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Beyond Our Cells?

The average episode length on Beyond Our Cells is 30 minutes.

How often are episodes of Beyond Our Cells released?

Episodes of Beyond Our Cells are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Beyond Our Cells?

The first episode of Beyond Our Cells was released on Sep 29, 2019.

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