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bindwavesMeet Livia: Embracing the Uncomfortable and Thriving!From surviving a brain aneurysm at 18 to diving into podcast editing and social media, Livia lives by the motto: "Be comfortable with being uncomfortable." She’s always seeking new challenges, whether it’s tackling tricky edits, inspiring podcast ideas, or taking an Uber to push her independence.Send us a textSupport the showYou can find this episode’s transcript here.New episodes drop every other Thursday everywhere you listen to podcasts. 🎙️ Do you want to support us? Give us some feedback, tell us what bindwaves h...
2025-04-0325 min
bindwavesBehind the Sound: Meet Rick and Karl from BindwavesMeet key team members Rick and Karl and the Importance of Structure and Focus. Rick, the sound engineer, recounts his experience with a severe brain injury dating back to 2007, including the headaches that led to his diagnosis, surgery, and eventual rehabilitation. Karl, who handles episode descriptions, shares his story of surviving a stroke and his extensive rehabilitation journey. They discuss their roles in the podcast, the skills they've acquired, and the importance of providing compelling content for their listeners. Carrie and Brittany acknowledge the critical contributions of their team and invite listeners to subscribe, follow, and engage with 'bindwaves...
2025-01-2323 min
bindwavesCelebrate 100 Episodes of bindwaves!Listen as we celebrate our 100th episode for bindwaves this week! Today, we learn about the many accomplishments of the last two years at BIND, and introduce our new co-host, Brittany. The recap episode guest is Brian White, our executive director. Our members are proud of the money raised for our annual walk, North Texas Giving Day, golf tournament, and auction. We review the interest of starting a new clubhouse in Houston. In the last year, we have greatly increased our efficiency, attributed by members serving in various leadership roles. With Kezia stepping aside as a co-host, as she...
2024-10-2430 min
bindwavesA Path to Hope in the Brain Tumor CommunityHave you struggled to find your path in your brain injury journey? Courtney Watson is the Director of Programs & Development at Head for the Cure, a nonprofit that provides advice, stories, and resources, in collaboration with doctors, patients, and caregivers for every step of the brain tumor journey.Courtney shares her personal connection to the cause following her mother's glioblastoma diagnosis in 2016 and discusses the organization's efforts in raising funds for local organizations, clinical trials, and research. Head for the Cure offers many resources, e.g. support groups, treatment information, and the Rare...
2024-10-2227 min
bindwavesDon't Get Mad, Do Something!Listen to these inspirational stories from two members at BIND. Kezia and Olivia who are both young stroke survivors. They will tell you that every experience is different, and how to recognize that many brain injuries are invisible. In the podcast, you will hear how they persevere and overcome fatigue, difficulty in speech and cognitive tasks, memory lapses, and networking in simple conversations. They both had to re-learn how to focus and concentrate with their challenges. Ultimately, they desire to be a resource for others who have had strokes or any brain injury survivors.Send us a text
2024-02-2226 minbindwavesAmplifying Our ImportanceIn today's episode Carrie and Kezia take the stage to offer their perspectives, not just as co-hosts but as stroke survivors and members of the Brain Injury Network. Reflecting on why BIN embarked on this podcast journey and the importance of providing a platform for survivors to break the silence surrounding brain injuries. They uncover the multifaceted layers of our mission and navigate the challenges, victories, and profound impact of our podcast within the brain injury community. Send us a textSupport the showYou can find this episode’s transcript here.New...
2024-02-0824 min
bindwavesMEET A PROUD AND LOUD CHICAGO BEARS FAN…In his youth, Steve was a football player and still adores his home team! Today, as a BIND member, he shares his mantra that despite the challeges he has faced, never give up! Steve went through four different strokes with various symptoms, including fear, anxiety, balance, vision issues, blood clots, transfusions, and scary neck problems. One of the most difficult effects of the many strokes was the struggle with aphasia, but he did not quit and has strengthened his speech and is now on our podcast! Send us a textSupport the showYou...
2023-11-3019 min
In Your Head with Leigh RichardsonEpisode 198: Train The Brain Parts 1 and 2 with Bindwaves Podcast and Leigh RichardsonLeigh Richardson of the Brain Performance Center and host of In Your Head Podcast talks on Bindwaves Podcast of the Brain Injury Network in a crossover episode! When Leigh’s 5th grader came to her and told her that his “brain was broken”, it kickstarted her 30-year study of human behavior and eventually started the Brain Performance Center in 2009. Leigh not only discusses her son’s brain injury but shares her personal experiences from her own concussions.
Leigh Richardson is also the author of Brain on Game On, available at Amazon and on http://www.thebrainperformancecenter.com and https://www.leigheri...
2023-09-2243 min
In Your Head with Leigh RichardsonEpisode 198: Train The Brain Parts 1 and 2 with Bindwaves Podcast and Leigh RichardsonLeigh Richardson of the Brain Performance Center and host of In Your Head Podcast talks on Bindwaves Podcast of the Brain Injury Network in a crossover episode! When Leigh’s 5th grader came to her and told her that his “brain was broken”, it kickstarted her 30-year study of human behavior and eventually started the Brain Performance Center in 2009. Leigh not only discusses her son’s brain injury but shares her personal experiences from her own concussions. Leigh Richardson is also the author of Brain on Game On, available at Amazon and on http://www.thebrainperformancecenter.com and https://www.leigheri...
2023-09-2243 minbindwavesRecording, Filming & Editing.. OH MYWe wanted to check in with everyone and share the updates of our podcast. We will be moving to the more traditional podcast that is audio only. More importantly, we are asking YOU ALL as our supporters, followers and new friends to become our best resources for help! If you know of anyone who has the time or resources to give us a helping hand with editing please email us at bindwaves@thebind.org or call 972-769-2453 (BIND).Send us a textSupport the showYou can find this episode’s t...
2022-09-0903 minbindwavesReturning to the WorkplaceEpisode 9“Returning to the Workplace/Volunteering” with MeganJoin our hosts Kezia and Carrie in a conversation with our clubhouse member Megan as she talks about the challenges of returning to work after a brain injury. At BIND, Megan ran our communications unit and became a strong member leader. She recently went back to her career as an full-time software engineer.New episodes out every Thursday on your favorite streaming platforms! Support our podcast by listening, reviewing, and sharing! Send...
2022-05-2621 min