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Migraine RealitiesNew Hope for Pediatric Migraine Care With AJOVYSend us a textOur guests today are participating on behalf of Teva Pharmaceuticals. Participants have been compensated for their time and appearance. This content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.In this episode of Migraine Realities, pediatric and adult neurologist Dr. Jennifer McVige of DENT Neurologic Institute joins Lindsay Mang, a parent advocate, to talk about what pediatric migraine truly looks like and why early, informed care can make such a difference. They discuss how migraine often begins in childhood or adolescence and why careful listening...
2026-01-0619 minMigraine RealitiesCollege, Migraine, and Transitioning - Ben’s StorySend us a textCollege is tough enough, but for Ben Estes, migraine, daily pain and his transition process made it even tougher. This is a raw and candid glimpse into his daily challenges and victories.
2025-08-2731 minMigraine RealitiesMigraine and Motherhood: A Mother–Daughter ConversationSend us a textWhat does it mean to decide to have children when you live with migraine? Kelly Amspacher and her daughter, Shelby Amspacher, bring both sides of the migraine-and-motherhood experience to the mic. With honesty and humor, they share what they’ve learned about empathy, flexibility, and making the most of good days. It’s a testament to how openness and adaptability can carry families through any challenge.
2025-08-1638 minMigraine RealitiesThe Jenga of Migraine – A Story of Grief & GratitudeSend us a textWhat does it mean to rebuild your life when chronic illness topples everything you once held steady? Sara Batchelder and I share our experiences of living with chronic migraine, the grief of losing old versions of ourselves, and the surprising gratitude we’ve found along the way. With Jenga as a powerful metaphor, Sara offers insight into the daily decisions, trade-offs, and small triumphs that come with life in a body that doesn’t always cooperate.In this episode:The Jenga of chronic illness: what falls, what staysLiving with loss whil...
2025-07-1431 minMigraine RealitiesMigraine Isn’t Just Mine—It’s My Child’s TooSend us a textIn this episode, Kim talks about what it’s really like when you’re not just dealing with your own migraine - you’re also trying to help your kid through it. She shares how hard it was to be taken seriously, the fight to get her child the care they needed, and what it’s like to be a parent in advocacy mode while living with chronic pain herself. It’s an honest and emotional conversation about parenting, pushing for answers, and finding strength in the middle of it all.Kim opens...
2025-07-0729 minMigraine RealitiesCluster Headaches - Ainslie's Story of Finding Answers and AdvocacySend us a textAinslie Course, President of Clusterbusters, shares her personal journey with cluster headaches and how it led her to advocacy leadership. She shares what it’s like to live with cluster headaches, a condition often described as the most painful disease known to medicine. We talk about the urgent need for an accurate diagnosis and what it means to work with a doctor who truly listens. Ainslie also talks about what Clusterbusters is doing to make a real difference through research, education, and support for people living with cluster headaches. Whether you're liv...
2025-07-0337 minMigraine RealitiesWhen Migraine Won’t Let Go: Kelly’s Story of Loss and ResilienceSend us a textKelly Amspacher shares what it’s like to live with intractable migraine. The kind of migraine that doesn’t let up. She talks about losing her nursing career, grieving the life she thought she’d have, and slowly finding her footing again. Drawing from both her medical background and her personal journey, Kelly has become a powerful advocate for others living with migraine.We talk about grief, identity and resilience and what it means to live with a condition that doesn’t let up.Whether you’re in the thick of i...
2025-06-2340 minMigraine RealitiesWhat We Carry: Migraine, Family, and GraceSend us a textMigraine can change how we see ourselves, but it doesn’t erase who we are.In this episode, Katie joins me for a deeply honest conversation about life with migraine: the treatments we try, the people we lean on, and the invisible weight we carry. We talk about how cognitive symptoms affected our ability to work and the painful decision to leave careers we once loved. Through it all, we reflect on the importance of self-compassion, connection, and grace.You’ll hear us talk about:How migraine can quie...
2025-06-1532 min
Migraine RealitiesWhy Migraine Treatment Isn’t One-Size-Fits-AllSend us a textMigraine treatment is not one-size-fits-all, and finding what helps can take time, patience, and a lot of trial and error.In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Sara Batchelder, who has lived with migraine for more than 30 years, including two decades of chronic daily migraine. Together, we explore the realities of living with migraine while navigating the maze of treatment options.We talk about:Treatments we’ve tried and why results can vary so muchHow tracking symptoms and identifying thresholds can help (and when it can back...
2025-06-0827 min
The Creative FlexTCF Podcast EP. 24 - Gillean Mcleod (model/stylist)The phrase “the riper the berry, the sweeter the juice” applies to the next guest on the Flex. Lovely human Gillean Mcleod started modeling in her 50’s. She’s been in ads for Boots the Chemist, Levi’s Jeans, Schwarzkopf hair products, Allure Magazine, and she even graced a billboard in Times Sq for Oliver Peoples. We speak about her journey growing up in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Scotland. Her eventual move to LA led her to tour with a band called The Party Boys. We discuss her passion for styling, and women’s rights along with her use of...
2020-11-1826 min