Chronic Power

Episode 8 brings together the entire Chronic Power Podcast crew for a discussion around (higher) education and accommodations for those with chronic health conditions. The boys discuss some similarities and differences between their struggle through the grade-school and university systems in the U.S. and U.K. They also share some education alternatives, mindset advice, and personal anecdotes around what may be best for students or possible changes to the system.

In this episode, James, Nick, and Brandon discuss public misunderstandings about their chronic illnesses, share advice for someone looking to be more open about their chronic illness, and provide their best tips for keeping a strong mindset while chasing dreams with a chronic illness.

This episode is all about interpersonal relationships and chronic illness relatability. James, Brandon, and Nick sit down to discuss their past relationships with a handful of both funny anecdotes and serious topics. They delve into the details about why it may be difficult for young men with chronic conditions to date/have partners in the first place, and how positive relatability would be a game-changer after so many years of negativity.

Brandon makes his debut. The Boys share how they struggled to accept their illness - alone - and figure out how to honor who they are, as they are.

Others predicted they could not accomplish their dreams: these guys proved them wrong.

In this episode, the boys discuss how they now try to live life to the fullest while facing the concept of death due to their chronic illnesses. They are asked if they would go back in the past and change their diagnosis if given the chance.