Voices of Resilience

Voices of Resilience

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Episode 22: Rock ‘n’ Roll, Addiction and Redemption

Karen and Rick talk with her youngest brother, Matt Wilkof. Matt was only 15 when they lost their father to suicide, opening up a journey of addiction, grief, redemption and resilience. This is his inspirational life story told through his words and music. 

Making the Invisible Visible: Shining a Light on Mental, Physical and Emotional Illnesses

Harper Spero, business coach, podcast host, and writer talks with Rick and Karen about navigating invisible illness. Her story of resilience encourages us all to advocate for ourselves and to live compassionately. To learn more visit harperspero.com 

Episode 20: National Drug & Alcohol Awareness Week

In honor of National Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week, we talk with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center addiction specialists Dr. Julie Teater and Mohamad Moinzadeh about hope, healing, treatment and the path forward. By breaking down barriers for those struggling and ...  Show more

Episode 19: Panic, Anxiety and Running Towards Good Mental Health

Dr. Adel Korkor, grew up unknowingly with panic disorder. Now, through running 5Ks in all 50 states in 50 days, he’s working to raise awareness for mental health through his foundation, AB Korkor Foundation for Mental Health.  His hope is that someday society will realize mental ...  Show more

Episode 18: Carrying the Grief of Infertility, Miscarriage, Stillbirth and Pregnancy Loss

Dr. Tamur Gur of The Ohio State University discusses the grief of pregnancy loss, stillbirth and infertility with Karen and Rick. After suffering a deep, personal loss with the stillbirth of her daughter, Dr. Gur is working to eliminate the profound loneliness and stigma attached ...  Show more