Not So Rare Podcast
It is estimated that over 300 million people are affected globally by rare diseases. Although each rare disease only affects a small group of individuals, we believe that by sharing our experiences living with a rare disease, we can help the broader rare disease community with their rare disease journeys. Join us, Taylor and Liz, as we further explore the impact of rare diseases on our lives. Together we are 'Not so Rare!' Looking for updates or a way to connect with Taylor and Liz? Look for us on Instagram by following @NotSoRarePodcast as well as on Facebook by searching for Not So Rare Podcast. Also, feel free to message us at notsorarepodcast@gmail.com. We love to hear from all of you!
Episodes
49 episodes
Rare Disease and Family Planning - Part 4
This week Taylor and Liz revisit their Rare Disease and Family Planning mini-series. In this episode, Taylor shares some exciting updates on her journey. We also revisit Liz's story.
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Episode 47
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32:28
Life Update from Taylor & Liz
Taylor and Liz use this week's episode to provide an update on what is new with their lives over the last several months.
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Episode 45
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31:16
Advocacy
In this week's episode, Taylor and Liz discuss their own path in identifying ways to be advocates for their Rare Disease. When choosing ways to help your rare disease community, consider identifying advocacy areas that interest you and can have...
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Episode 44
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20:20
THE Not So Rare Mom
You have heard Taylor and Liz's story, this week we are excited to have THE Not So Rare Mom join the podcast. Taylor's mom joins to share her perspective as a Rare Disease Mom while supporting her daughter through her education and life milesto...
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Episode 43
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32:52
Challenges of the Self-Diagnosed
Many rare disease patients struggle with obtaining a diagnosis for their disease. Often this leaves patients trying to research on their own in order to help the process. Taylor and Liz this week discuss the challenges and impacts of patients w...
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Episode 42
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21:28
Post Appointment Anxiety
Medical appointment anxiety does not end once you leave the doctor's office. This week Taylor and Liz discuss their experiences with post - appointment anxiety along with how they have learned to cope throughout their medical journies.
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Episode 41
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33:16
Fundraising
Join Taylor and Liz as they discuss fundraising as it relates to the rare disease patient population. Focus is placed on the patient's role in fundraising efforts along with the impact fundraising has on both patients and their families.
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Episode 40
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19:50
Meet Lily - Advocating through Community
This week, Taylor and Liz are excited to have Lily join the podcast. Lily is living with VACTERL Association. In this week's episode, Lily discusses more about her disease along with sharing how she has worked to help support her own rare disea...
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Episode 39
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33:20
Exploring Dual Therapy Treatments
Join Taylor and Liz this week as they discuss a recent key medical appointment where Taylor explores utilizing dual therapy to help control her disease and symptoms.
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Episode 38
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26:48
Rare Disease and Family Planning - Part 2 - Taylor
As part of the second episode in their Rare Disease and Family Planning series, Taylor and Liz discuss the impact that rare diseases and treatments have had on Taylor's family planning. Topics included relating to the impact rare disease has ha...
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Episode 37
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32:22
Thanksgiving and Holiday Update
Taylor and Liz have been taking some time over the Thanksgiving and Winter holidays to spend time with their family and friends. Listen to this week's episode to hear more about how they enjoy the holidays while managing their rare disease....
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Episode 36
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13:30
Visiting a New Specialist: A New Patient Perspective
Rare disease patients often see many different specialists to help manage their disease. This week, Taylor and Liz discuss the challenges that new patients experience when visiting a new specialist for the first time.Looking for updates...
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Episode 35
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26:49
Catch Up with Taylor and Liz
Taylor and Liz thought this would be a good week to catch up after having a small break. Topics this week range from vacation updates, fertility journey progress, experiencing COVID with a rare disease, and so much more!Looking for upda...
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Episode 34
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32:43
Rare Disease Myth Busters - Part 6
Welcome back to the final installment of the Rare Disease Myth Busters series! In this series of episodes, Taylor and Liz discuss their opinions and experiences with rare disease myths. Over the next several episodes, our hosts will break apart...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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24:18
Rare Disease Myth Busters - Part 5
Welcome back to part 5 of the Rare Disease Myth Busters series! In this series of episodes, Taylor and Liz discuss their opinions and experiences with rare disease myths. Over the next several episodes, our hosts will break apart common myths a...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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22:21
Get to Know Us Better - Part 2
Taylor and Liz thought it would be fun to get to know both of them a little bit better. In this part two episode, they answer the second half of questions inspired by Vogue Magazine as interpreted by
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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36:56
Meet Lindsay - Living with CLOVES
Taylor and Liz are excited to have Lindsay join the podcast as part of this week's episode. Lindsay is a young adult who shares her experiences both being diagnosed as well as living with CLOVES. CLOVES stands for Congenital, Lipomatous, Overgr...
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Episode 30
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29:00
Get to Know Us Better - Part 1
Taylor and Liz thought it would be fun to get to know both of them a little bit better. In this part one episode, they answer the first half of questions inspired by Vogue Magazine as interpreted by
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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28:24
Rare Disease and Family Planning - Part 1 - Introduction
Rare Disease patients and their families often need to plan differently when considering options surrounding growing their family. Taylor and Liz are passionate about starting the conversation with rare disease patients of all ages. This is the...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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24:34
Meet Sara - Preparing Rare Disease Patients for School
This week Taylor and Liz are really excited to have Sara join and share the story of her journey with her son who was born with Imperforate Anus. Sara shares her journey in finding care for her son's rare condition. Additionally, Sara provides ...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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29:41
Meet Chris - Creating Rare Disease Connections
Taylor and Liz are joined by special guest Chris who shares her journey living with Hypertrophic Olivary Degeneration as well as Sporadic Cerebral Cavernous Malformations. Chris has worked hard to build connections across the patient and medica...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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28:29
Rare Disease Myth Busters - Part 4
Welcome back to part 4 of the Rare Disease Myth Busters series! In this series of episodes, Taylor and Liz discuss their opinions and experiences with rare disease myths. Over the next several episodes, our hosts will break apart common myths a...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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24:08
Meet Leeya - Exploring the World with Rare Disease
In this week's surprise bonus episode, Taylor and Liz meet with fellow rare disease patient, Leeya, who had the wonderful experience of studying abroad this past year. Thanks, Leeya, for sharing your experiences managing your disease while expl...
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17:57
Meet Emily - Creating Roles for the Patient and Family
Taylor and Liz are excited to invite Emily to this week's podcast episode. Emily shares her inspiring story of navigating her daughter's diagnosis and establishing a treatment plan. Throughout her story, it is evident that there are creative ro...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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28:44
For the Parents - Smooth Transition of Care
This week's episode is targeted at our audience of rare disease parents. Taylor and Liz discuss ways to help parents enable their kids with a rare disease to take ownership of their care and treatment plans. Managing care and treatment is overw...
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Episode 23
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25:56