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A Friend for the Long Haul: A Long Covid Podcast

A Friend for the Long Haul
Long COVID
Chronic Illness
Mental Health
Community Support
Me-Cfs
Patient Advocacy
Cognitive Issues
Covid-19
COVID
Spirituality
Disability Justice
Creativity
Mediumship
Community Care
Intuition
Art Therapy
Strokes
Healthcare System
Endometriosis
Health Coaching

Are you struggling with Long COVID-19, ME/CFS, chronic illness, or disability? "A Friend for the Long Haul" is a Long COVID podcast that aims to be a supportive companion. This podcast offers insights, humor, and shared stories within a community that understands. Each episode features a Long COVID patient or ally to help you feel less isolated, because you are not alone.

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Welcome to Season 3, Episode 13 of A Friend for the Long Haul - A Long Covid Podcast! In this episode, I got to connect with Heather Schulte. Heather is the powerhouse behind Stitching the Situation. From her website: "Stitching the Situation is a co... more

In this bonus episode of A Friend for the Long Haul, I get to talk with Dr. Julia Moore Vogel from Scripps Research. I slid into her DMs to see if she'd like to join me to discuss the recruitment and structure of a new clinical trial examining the ef... more

Welcome back to another episode of A Friend for the Long Haul - A Long COVID Podcast! In episode 11 of Season 3, I sit down with Claire and Amaranthia from Sista Creatives Rising. We met shortly after Art and Mind 2025 so that we could recap the expe... more

Welcome to season 3, episode 10 of A Friend for the Long Haul - A Long COVID Podcast! I got the chance to chat with Angeliska Polacheck for this episode. Angeliska is the beautiful soul behind Sister Temperance Tarot. They have been voted best tarot/... more

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Dr. Julia Moore Vogel
Assistant Professor and Senior Program Director at Scripps Research, Long Covid patient since July 2020.
Scripps Research
Episode: LoCITT-T: A Long Covid Tirzepatide Treatment Trial with Dr. Julia Moore Vogel
Paul Hennessy
A long Covid advocate involved in various initiatives to raise awareness and promote health
Episode: The Importance of Long Covid Allies with Paul Hennessy
Joe Glasgow
Contributor sharing a story about living with chronic illness
Episode: A Friend for the Long Haul's 1st Annual Long Covid Sickstravaganza Holiday Episode
Nina Storey
Singer-songwriter who contributed an original song
Episode: A Friend for the Long Haul's 1st Annual Long Covid Sickstravaganza Holiday Episode
Caryn Zaner
Therapist specializing in attachment theory and chronic illness.
Independent
Episode: Season's Grievings and Chronic Feelings - Preparing for the Holidays with Long Covid
Kathleen Banks
Public health professional and Long Covid patient discussing grief.
Public Health Sector
Episode: Season's Grievings and Chronic Feelings - Preparing for the Holidays with Long Covid
Lesa Schultz
Long Covid advocate and peer support group moderator.
Pulmonary Wellness Foundation
Episode: Season's Grievings and Chronic Feelings - Preparing for the Holidays with Long Covid
Lola Germs
Content creator focused on accessible education about Covid and Long Covid.
Episode: A Long Covid Crash Course with Lola Germs
Amy Butterworth
Long Covid advocate and social media personality known for her insights and support for those with chronic illness.
Long Covid Rockstar
Episode: An Amy for the Long Haul

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Beth
Beth is the primary host, providing a compassionate and understanding voice throughout discussions. She shares personal insights and fosters connection among guests and listeners, prioritizing mental health and community support for individuals affected by chronic illness and Long COVID.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Listen to have your world rocked and to wake up to what’s going on with Long Covid

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SmilezForLyfe
    United States8 months ago
  • 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

    The chronically ill community here is incredible 💖🥄

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Qian Xiaoman
    United Statesa year ago
  • Long COVID is lonely, AFFTLC makes you feel seen 💜

    At first I didn’t think I wanted to listen to a podcast with just other Long Haulers talking but I was wrong. It has been such a gift listening to Beth and everyone else share their experiences and what has helped and hurt with such authenticity and vulnerability. I look forward to it weekly and am truly grateful for this podcast and the newsletter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RockGIrl
    United Statesa year ago
  • My Favourite Podcast!

    I look forward to listening every week! This podcast is joyful & real and Beth is an excellent host. It’s so nice to hear stories from other long haulers. I’m grateful A Friend for The Longhaul exists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    suddendeparture
    Canada2 years ago
  • Thank you! ♥️

    Thank you for creating this podcast and having on such amazing guests! It makes me feel so much less alone. So much wisdom is shared each episode! ♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Margaret000
    United States2 years ago

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The Tower of Change: Giving Long COVID Grief a Sound with Angeliska Polacheck of Sister Temperance Tarot
Q: What's the most useless thing you've spent money on trying to feel better?
Oh, definitely a really heavy anxiety blanket that didn't work and was uncomfortable and expensive.
The Tower of Change: Giving Long COVID Grief a Sound with Angeliska Polacheck of Sister Temperance Tarot
Q: If your Long Covid had a theme song, what would it be?
Probably something like just really, really sad. Probably some really, really sad soundtrack to a really depressing movie.
The Tower of Change: Giving Long COVID Grief a Sound with Angeliska Polacheck of Sister Temperance Tarot
Q: What do you think that you at the beginning of the pandemic would be surprised to learn about who you are now?
Definitely that I spent time as an unpaid public health official for sure and that I never knew that I would know so much about virology and epidemiology.
Part 2 of Microphones, Masks, and Music: Navigating Long COVID and Identity with Nina Storey
Q: How do you maintain your mental wellness as a single person?
Engaging in meditation, gratitude practices, and finding joy even in small actions like petting my dog and connecting with others.
Part 2 of Microphones, Masks, and Music: Navigating Long COVID and Identity with Nina Storey
Q: What's been the most frustrating part of navigating long Covid for you?
The hardest thing has been feeling left behind by society and feeling abandoned by friends and loved ones who may not understand long COVID.

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Focused on raising awareness and providing support for individuals affected by Long COVID, chronic illness, and disability, this podcast fosters a sense of community among listeners. By offering a platform for patients and advocates to share their stories and insights, it addresses various themes including mental health, emotional resilience, and the social dynamics of living with chronic conditions. Listeners can expect candid discussions on personal experiences, coping strategies, and the importance of allyship in advocating for better understanding and treatment of these health struggles.

Unique in its approach, the podcast intertwines personal anecdotes with educational content, making it relatable and engaging for those navigating sim... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Dr. Julia Moore Vogel
2. Paul Hennessy
3. Joe Glasgow
4. Nina Storey
5. Caryn Zaner
6. Kathleen Banks
7. Lesa Schultz
8. Lola Germs

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