Best Peritoneal Dialysis Podcasts (2025)

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Outcomes of Initiating Peritoneal Dialysis Versus Hemodialysis in Severe, Symptomatic Kidney Failure 3:55

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This podcast discuss findings from a prospective cohort of patients with severe and symptomatic ESKD requiring an urgent start of HD or PD owing to uremic syndrome, where both modalities offered similar outcomes.By American Society of Nephrology

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Orientation Day: Facing the Realities of Transplant Life 25:31

8h ago25:31

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In this episode, I share a pivotal moment in my transplant journey—finally being invited to orientation. The transplant team laid out the possibilities and the risks, reminding me that this path is far from a cake walk. A transplant brings the hope of a new life, but it also comes with real dangers, including the possibility of death. Still, we pus…

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The True Champion’s Spirit: What Boxing Teaches Kidney Patients and Caregivers 8:08

4h ago8:08

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Today’s episode draws on the grit and determination shown in the Canelo vs. Crawford championship boxing fight. While Crawford’s skills carried him far, his resilience—the ability to keep getting back up, to walk through setbacks, and to prepare for this moment—ultimately made the difference. Connection to Kidney Journeys: That same resilience mirr…

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Behind on the House, Ahead in Life 10:53

3h ago10:53

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This week, I share how we are adjusting to life in our new apartment in North Park. Our home had fallen behind on payments, which forced us to make a difficult decision. The adult children chose different paths. At the same time, my health has remained steady, and transplant testing may be closer than I imagined. Join me for an honest look at the c…

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Purpose Grows Where You Reward It 10:32

6h ago10:32

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Positive reinforcement is not fluffy talk. It is the classic fuel that helps purpose take root. In this episode, I unpack how praise, cues, and small rewards shape who we become. I share why some people who feel “purposeless” may simply be missing steady reinforcement, not missing potential. I also discuss my goal to compete in shot put at the Tran…

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Four Months, Forty-Five Pounds, and a New Perspective 10:00

3d ago10:00

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In this episode, I share how I lost over 45 pounds in just four months, without a gym membership or fancy routine, just by walking to get groceries. I open up about how dialysis reshaped the way I ate, bringing both discipline and unexpected challenges. While many things started to fall into place, I still faced the uphill battle of managing three …

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Disability Pending, Bills Due: Our 11th-Hour Housing Win 13:41

7d ago13:41

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Rent due, savings thin, and one meeting that could keep a roof over us. We put on our best clothes, made our case to a property owner, and I started a simple weight-loss plan: carrying groceries. We dodged homelessness, but did the plan work? Press play for the moment of truth and the lessons that stayed. Send us a text Thanks for tuning in to Scar…

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Purpose Is Plural 7:28

23d ago7:28

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Purpose is not a one-ticket ride. Even on dialysis, you can carry many callings and move forward. Send us a text Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Intersection of Survival. Stay connected: www.scarrednotsilent.com | [email protected] | Support the show by leaving a review!…

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The Long Walk to SSDI: Finding Space Between Pain and Purpose 10:38

26d ago10:38

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This week, I pause to honor my family as we grieve the passing of my uncle. At the same time, I continue to process my own recent job loss, a weight that has tested my identity and my faith. Yet, in the middle of loss, an unexpected gift appeared. Through my wife’s persistence, I decided to begin applying for SSDI. What surprised me most was the de…

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Imagining Silence, Choosing Life 12:03

29d ago12:03

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At home, I caught myself picturing the ocean as an off switch for the noise in my head. I did not go. I only imagined the hush underwater, knowing even the thought could be misunderstood. What I really wanted was stillness long enough to face what I have avoided: the truth about homelessness, my own selfishness, and the question of what now. In thi…

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Notice Served. Shadows Stayed 8:30

1M ago8:30

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Two weeks came and went. The pressure eased, but the weight did not. I clocked out, yet the stress stayed clocked in. I was still carrying regret, second-guessing every step, and life felt a little darker each day. Send us a text Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Intersection of Survival. Stay connected: www.scarrednotsil…

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I Saw Death Around the Corner 7:22

1M ago7:22

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In this episode, Rodney Washington candidly discusses the relentless pressures of working in social services and the impact on his health. Despite facing anxiety, pneumonia, and the stress of managing discharges without support, Rodney reveals how he navigated these challenges without truly coping. As he confronts the decision to resign and the loo…

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Unwanted Tension on Day One 13:25

1M ago13:25

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Moving to San Diego for a coveted job felt like the next logical step, but nothing prepared me for the frosty reception that awaited. In this episode, I share my first days on the job and how I learned that my assistant had been eyeing the same role for years. Because she didn’t hold a degree, she’d been passed over repeatedly, and my arrival reign…

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I can’t share the details of our talk, but meeting with my kidney donor left me with one powerful truth—every conversation can change a life. 6:34

1M ago6:34

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Sometimes the most powerful conversations are the ones you can’t share, but the lessons still deserve to be told. In this unscheduled edition of Scarred Not Silent, I reflect on an unexpected meeting with my kidney donor. He reached out for guidance on improving communication in his volunteer work with Kidneys for Communities. While the details of …

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Still Standing After the Sh*t Show: One Move, Many Lessons 8:22

2M ago8:22

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After surviving what can only be described as the “Airbnb Olympics of Chaos,” I finally touched down in a new neighborhood that feels like a Beach Boys remix—Yes, even the White folks said hi… at night… in California. 😳 The journey was equal parts exhausting and enlightening. But despite the drama, the stress, and late nights, I'm still standing. Y…

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High Rises and Hard Truths: The Relocation That Nearly Broke Me 13:58

2M ago13:58

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In this raw and reflective episode, I take you inside my move to San Diego. It was a journey filled with hope, struggle, and the constant drag of medical equipment through Airbnbs and high-rise elevators. What started as a fresh chapter slowly gave way to doubt and fatigue. The move initially felt like the right decision, but reality started asking…

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Socioeconomic Disparities in Preemptive Kidney Transplant Rates in Children 6:14

1M ago6:14

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This episode discusses a retrospective single-center study examined the effects of socioeconomic status on preemptive kidney transplantation in children.By American Society of Nephrology

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When the Money Says Yes, But the Soul Hesitates 10:54

2M ago10:54

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In the final episode of Season 1, I share the surprising pivot that led me from the familiar comfort of Arizona to what felt like a second home — San Diego, California. From the jaw-dropping moment of being offered more money than expected to my wife’s bold plan of hopping Airbnbs until we were settled, I reflect on the hopeful start of a new chapt…

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Unlisted and Unprepared: A Journey Without Answers 14:03

2M ago14:03

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In this raw and revealing episode, I share the emotional aftermath of discovering I was never placed on the transplant list in Tucson. From the initial shock to the silent scrutiny that followed, this story uncovers the mental toll of unanswered questions and the quiet battles many patients face behind closed doors. This isn’t just about medical sy…

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Accountability Over Anger: Why Blaming Doctors Won’t Heal You 13:15

2M ago13:15

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In this raw and personal episode, I unpack one of my biggest pet peeves: when patients reject medical advice, deny treatment options, or lash out at healthcare professionals—only to face the fallout later. We’ll talk about how patient self-determination, while a vital right, can sometimes lead to devastating consequences like being removed from the…

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Three Words to Get You Unstuck: Observation, Process, Action 9:15

2M ago9:15

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In this episode, Rodney breaks down his method—OPA: Observation, Process, Action—a simple, powerful approach for navigating kidney disease. Born out of lived experience, OPA helps listeners tune into their bodies, make sense of their journey, and take necessary steps. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, living with chronic kidney disease, or supporting…

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Eating the Unthinkable: My Wake-Up Call for Iron Deficiency 7:07

2M ago7:07

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Join me as I share my personal journey of craving and consuming paper, flour, and yes, even baby powder. Call it fine dining for the nutritionally challenged. This unusual menu is rooted in iron deficiency and a condition called pica. Together, we will break the silence around these cravings, explore the medical reasons behind them, and talk about …

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Peritonitis: Zero Stars, Would Not Recommend 5:37

2M ago5:37

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This episode shares the day peritonitis had me truly down and out. I talk about the pain, the fear, and finding moments to chuckle at my own misery, because sometimes laughing is the only thing that doesn’t hurt too much. For anyone who knows that healing needs both grit and a little humor. Send us a text Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent:…

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Hiding in Plain Sight: The Shame Behind My Scars 8:08

3M ago8:08

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I used to burn with embarrassment over the tubes and the scars, the roadmap of survival carved into my skin. It is hard, truly hard, not to care about the eyes that linger too long, judging what they do not understand. Some days I want to hide it all away. Other days I fight to stand tall, daring them to look and teaching myself not to give a damn.…

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Traveling on Dialysis: Our Journey from Tucson to the Pacific Northwest 8:27

3M ago8:27

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Who says dialysis has to keep you homebound? With planning, teamwork, and humor (even when someone steps in the bucket!), you can see the world, one exchange at a time. Send us a text Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Intersection of Survival. Stay connected: www.scarrednotsilent.com | [email protected] | Support…

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Who Really Carries the Burden? A Caregiver’s Quiet Strength (Episode originally aired on June 30, 2025) 7:33

3M ago7:33

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Caregiving isn’t a job you apply for. It’s a role life assigns you, often without warning or pay, but always with stakes that feel impossibly high. Send us a text Thanks for tuning in to Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Intersection of Survival. Stay connected: www.scarrednotsilent.com | [email protected] | Support the show by leaving …

Peritoneal Dialysis Podcasts

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Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the intersections of survival

Rodney Washington

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Kidney360

American Society of Nephrology

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Kidney Support Network Podcast

Mayank Sharma

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Outcomes of Initiating Peritoneal Dialysis Versus Hemodialysis in Severe, Symptomatic Kidney Failure 3:55

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Orientation Day: Facing the Realities of Transplant Life 25:31

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The True Champion’s Spirit: What Boxing Teaches Kidney Patients and Caregivers 8:08

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Behind on the House, Ahead in Life 10:53

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Purpose Grows Where You Reward It 10:32

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Four Months, Forty-Five Pounds, and a New Perspective 10:00

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Disability Pending, Bills Due: Our 11th-Hour Housing Win 13:41

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Purpose Is Plural 7:28

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The Long Walk to SSDI: Finding Space Between Pain and Purpose 10:38

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Imagining Silence, Choosing Life 12:03

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Notice Served. Shadows Stayed 8:30

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I Saw Death Around the Corner 7:22

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Unwanted Tension on Day One 13:25

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I can’t share the details of our talk, but meeting with my kidney donor left me with one powerful truth—every conversation can change a life. 6:34

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Still Standing After the Sh*t Show: One Move, Many Lessons 8:22

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High Rises and Hard Truths: The Relocation That Nearly Broke Me 13:58

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Socioeconomic Disparities in Preemptive Kidney Transplant Rates in Children 6:14

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When the Money Says Yes, But the Soul Hesitates 10:54

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Unlisted and Unprepared: A Journey Without Answers 14:03

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Accountability Over Anger: Why Blaming Doctors Won’t Heal You 13:15

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Three Words to Get You Unstuck: Observation, Process, Action 9:15

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Eating the Unthinkable: My Wake-Up Call for Iron Deficiency 7:07

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Peritonitis: Zero Stars, Would Not Recommend 5:37

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Hiding in Plain Sight: The Shame Behind My Scars 8:08

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Traveling on Dialysis: Our Journey from Tucson to the Pacific Northwest 8:27

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Who Really Carries the Burden? A Caregiver’s Quiet Strength (Episode originally aired on June 30, 2025) 7:33