This Thing Called Life is a podcast dedicated to acts of giving, kindness, compassion, and humanity. Host Andi Johnson introduces you to powerful organ, tissue, and eye donation stories from individuals, families, and front-line healthcare teams. These stories are meant to inspire and remind you that while life can be challenging and unpredictable, it’s also incredibly beautiful. We hope this podcast inspires you to connect with our life-saving and life-healing mission.
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Movies, T.V. Shows, books, songs, and moments from life not talked about in the mainstream media.
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This is 'What Is This Thing Called Life?', a podcast where I try to unravel what life really means to us.
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A slightly brief and chaotic description of how our love came to be and how it is today.
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Just discussing my life, the events and the people in it. The podcast will be an ever growing and fluid endeavor. These are the early days of the latest chapter in my life.
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EP 98: Breath of Hope: Navigating the double lung transplant journey
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Welcome to today’s episode of This Thing Called Life, where we explore the evolving landscape of organ, tissue, and eye donation. Join us as we chat with Andi Johnson, featuring Jennie Wright, a double lung transplant recipient, and her daughter, Siri Imanin. Jennie, diagnosed with sarcoidosis and pulmonary hypertension, waited a year to be listed …
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EP 97: ¡LifeCenter ahora es Network For Hope!
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LifeCenter ahora es Network For Hope! (LifeCenter now is Network For Hope!) This episode of TTCL will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. This monthly interview will inform the Spanish Community about Network For Hope and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation. Resources: https://getoffthelist.org/…
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EP 96: "Second Chances: A Teen's Journey from Cardiac Arrest to a New Heart"
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In this heartfelt episode of This Thing Called Life Podcast, host Andi Johnson sits down with Mario Jarrett and his mother, Kesia, to discuss Mario's incredible journey following a cardiac arrest at just 16 years old. They share the challenges and miracles that shaped his need for a heart transplant, highlighting the unwavering love and support tha…
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EP 95: The future of Organ, Tissue, and Eye donation could be changing, With CEO of Gift of Life Michigan and new President of AOPO Dorrie Dils
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Welcome to today’s episode of This Thing Called Life, where we explore the evolving landscape of organ, tissue, and eye donation. Join us as we chat with Dorrie Dils, the CEO of Gift of Life Michigan and the new President of the AOPO. In this episode, Dorrie and Andi Johnson delve into Dorrie’s journey as a female CEO in the transplant field, discu…
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EP 94: Uniting for Hope: The Merger Transforming Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation
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"Uniting for Hope: The Merger Transforming Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation” We're thrilled to be back after our summer break, kicking off with exciting news about a transformative merger aimed at enhancing access to life-saving transplants. In this episode, hosts Andi Johnson, Julie Bergin, and Barry Massa delve into the merger between Kentucky Orga…
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One of the heaviest weights I carry is thee weight of silence. It is self imposed and tends to almost paralyze me. I've struggled with being overwhelmed while trying to maintain the outward appearance of being calm. Some chaos can't be calmed. Not for a lack of trying.I decided to be vocal, record while being vocal and put out that recording of bei…
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What does it mean to be good?Oleh Neville Scott
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#21 - What does it mean to be successful?
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May need to unlearn some things! Have a listen.Oleh Neville Scott
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It actually does really get better!Oleh Neville Scott
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Share your shine. Boldly!Oleh Neville Scott
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I stopped giving an F, and I wish I did so soonerOleh Neville Scott
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This Thing Called Life Summer Hiatus: Keep up the spirit of compassion even in our absence!
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This Thing Called Life Podcast will be on a summer hiatus returning this fall. The essence of our mission remains. When we return, you can expect more powerful organ, eye, and tissue donation stories from the donors, recipients, families, and frontline healthcare workers. While we're on this break, if you or someone you know is seeking information …
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I catch up with my Nate Slater on show day and we discuss how his shows days now compare to when he first broke in the business. We discuss how he physically feels and how he felt winning the TASW championship. We share some flowers and have a good catch up session.
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My great friend and GSL brother, Loverboy Nate Andrews, have a conversation where we discuss why he wanted to become a promoter, illuminations brought on by his promoting experience, the soreness of performing and life lessons.A great conversation with a wonderful friend.
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EP 93: The Family Genetics that impacted the Liver health of Tony Burdette
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Episode 93: Family Genetics That Lead To The Need For a Liver Transplant For Tony Burdette On this episode of This Thing Called Life, Andi will speak with Mr. Tony Burdette, who will discuss his involvement with organ donation. Tony's life was saved in August 2019 via a liver transplant. His father passed down a genetic disease called alpha-1 antit…
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EP 92: Nuevo nombre, misma pasión por salvar vidas
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This episode of TTCL will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. The monthly interview will provide the Spanish Community with information about "Network For Hope" (New Name, formally Life Center, but the same passion for saving lives) and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation.…
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Following an overwhelming episode of anxiety, I decide to talk about the causes.
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This week, I discuss my son's broken tibia, my childhood shaping my parenthood, dealing with dealerships and getting new breaks, falling off my DDPY program, only being caught up somewhat on wrestling programming and how I still fixate and negativity from a few years ago.All that and other thoughts.
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EP 91: A Calling To Find A Kidney Donor For All In Need
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A Calling To Find A Kidney Donor For All In Need Darcy Gibson and Andy Johnson discuss the challenges faced by kidney transplant recipients and their families. In this episode they shared their experiences highlighting the importance of storytelling and education when raising awareness about kidney disease, emphasizing the impact of personal storie…
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#DeMarcoReWatch Presents Intro To PCW
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I would begin my journey at PCW (out of Arlington, TX) in 2003 and by April of that year I was the Light Heavyweight Champion. This is my perspective on the events leading up to and including that win.
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EP 90: A Wife's Incredible Gift Of Life For Her Husband
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In this episode of This Thing Called Life, Andi talks with Marty and Bonnie Garneret. Bonnie is not only Marty’s wife but also his kidney champion. Marty and his wife have been married for 42 years this month, and he says that he married an angel without wings. They share their special journey and you are not going to want to miss it!…
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Trying to be more consistent with checking in and putting out more episodes.
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Living With Borderline Personality Disorder
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In 1998, I was diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder. 2 years later, I would begin my journey into professional wrestling. And while I have been dealing with this Disorder since I was 4 or 5, I only recently voiced that I suffer from it. This is my story.
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EP 89: April Is National Donate Life Month - Creating Awareness Of The Need To Register For Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation
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Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life’s podcast. In this series, we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation, and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation. In this episode, we talk with Lincoln Ware from WDBZ the Buzz of Cincinnati t…
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Happy Wrestleversary to me and I get into where I see myself and question my future.
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EP 88: Azul y Verde; Mes de Donar Vida (Green and Blue; Donate Life Month
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This episode of TTCL will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. The monthly interview will provide the Spanish Community with information about Life Center and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation.Oleh LifeCenter
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EP 87: Coach Darryn Chenault's Kidney Transplant Journey
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Coach Darryn Chenault's Kidney Transplant Journey It's April so it's time to celebrate the tremendous generosity of those who have saved and healed others as organ eye and tissue donors. Today we introduce Coach Darryn Chenault, to share his Transplant Journey and discuss how he broke the cycle of not communicating about Kidney Disease in his famil…
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EP 86: World Kidney Day Reminds Us How We Can Help Others In Need.
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Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life’s podcast. In this series, we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation, and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation. In this episode, we talk with Don Juan Fasho from 100.3 Cincy's R&B station. …
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EP 85: From Transplant to Triumph: A Nurse's Journey of Healing, Giving Back and Finding Love
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From Transplant to Triumph: A Nurse's Journey of Healing, Giving Back and Finding Love Today we introduce Asia Werner, a transplant recipient and nurse with UC Health. Tune in to hear Asia's incredible story of receiving her heart transplant as an infant, her decision to become a nurse, and her advice for young people who might have to go through a…
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#DeMarcoReWatch Presents My NWA Era
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#DeMarcoReWatch is a new project I have been working on where I look at my past content and comment in short form.This is the long form companion where I give insight into my time with NWA and my 2 time reign as NWA Texas Champion.
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EP 84: Mes de la Concientización del Riñón
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This episode of TTCL will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. The monthly interview will provide the Spanish Community with information about Life Center and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation.Oleh LifeCenter
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February 2019, I walked into AutoNation West in Austin, TX in need of repair for my Chevy Malibu and ended up taking home a 2019 Chevy Equinox.5 years and 100,000 miles later I give my thoughts of the journey with the vehicle and more importantly with the dealership from sales people to service department to general manager.…
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Ever heard of the line 'let go, let God?' Well, that's BS. Hear me out...Oleh Neville Scott
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Needed a time-out! But why?Oleh Neville Scott
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I get into where Steve De Marco is in 2024 in relation to wrestling. I also discuss some of the struggles in my mindset and how it has limited me.I discuss how building a persona as a shield has worked and not worked for me.I talk about a potential project I am working on and the future of this podcast.…
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This episode of TTCL will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. The monthly interview will provide the Spanish Community with information about Life Center and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation.Oleh LifeCenter
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EP 82: Heartbeat Chronicles - Pioneering Heart Transplant at Christ Hospital With Guest Terri and George Cecere
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Heartbeat Chronicles - Pioneering Heart Transplant at Christ Hospital With Guest Terri and George Cecere February is American Heart Month, where women are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. In today’s episode, we want to introduce you to George and Terri Cecere. Tune in and hear about their journey together managing heart disease a…
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As I review my attempt at going through God Of War: Ragnarok's latest update in Valhalla. My goal was to record a review as I defeated Tyr one final time before going on to the next game in my library.Let me know what you thought.
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EP 81: The Impact Of Organ, Eye & Tissue Donation On Our Community
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Community Heroes is a special extension of This Thing Called Life’s podcast. In this series, we talk to community leaders, share important information about organ and tissue donation, and honor those who have been instrumental in saving lives through the gift of donation. In this episode, we talk with Don Juan Fasho from 100.3 Cincy's R&B station. …
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EP 80: A Guide Through Loss And Transformation, With Kelly Gunnels Valines
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A Guide Through Loss And Transformation, With Kelly Gunnels Valines In today’s episode, we want to introduce you to Kelly Gunnels aka author K.R.V. Gunnels as she discusses her story of advocacy and activism following the murder of a family member in 2017. Through the passing of her brother, she shares the importance of addressing systemic issues a…
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Un nuevo año de donación y DoNation' ?
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This episode of This Thing Called Life will feature an interview with Julie Luebbers on La Mega. The monthly interview will provide the Spanish Community with information about Life Center and the incredible miracles that happen with Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation.Oleh LifeCenter
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Authenticity, for the most part, looks like unfiltered vulnerability.Oleh Neville Scott
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"When you know yourself you are empowered. When you accept yourself, you are invincible."–Tina LiffordOleh Neville Scott
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Gossip. Fun, but costly. Don't!Oleh Neville Scott
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Be kind. Love All. Share Your ShineOleh Neville Scott
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When life knocks you down...Oleh Neville Scott
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The Four Year Journey Of Waiting For A Kidney Donation
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The Four Year Journey Of Waiting For A Kidney Donation In today’s episode we want to introduce you to Carmelita C Jones. Carmelita discusses how she dealt with the realities of kidney failure, diabetes, high blood pressure, adulting, and why it is important for her to be an advocate for her circumstances. By understanding the real struggles of kidn…
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Life's best lived with your folks!Oleh Neville Scott
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Change your life. For the Better!Oleh Neville Scott
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#8 - Reflections on Mental Health
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This one was personal. Enjoy!Oleh Neville Scott
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