Welcome to Gutsy, the podcast that dives into the heart of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Gutsy is all about raw honesty, real stories, genuine conversations, and the grit it takes to navigate life with IBD.
EPISODE 7:
Aarti Joshi: Talking all things Crohn’s, pressure, girl power, leaking & narcolepsy.
This week’s episode of GUTSY features a dynamic conversation between host Derek McEwan and Aarti Joshi, a true multi-talented force in the world of media and entertainment. Aarti brings a wealth of experience to the table, from her background as a radio presenter and podcaster to her role as a music manager, marketing consultant, and life coach.
She also shares her journey as the former head of marketing for DF Concerts, offering a behind-the-scenes look into the music industry and Crohn’s.
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EPISODE 6:
Mark Brown: IBD patient, father, self development coach & author with incredible insight.
Get ready for an inspiring and insightful conversation on the Gutsy Podcast as host Derek McEwan sits down with the incredible Mark Brown. Mark opens up about his personal journey with IBD, sharing how it has shaped his passion for self-development and self-care.
But that’s not all—he delves into the emotional rollercoaster of having not one, but two of his children diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, and how that deepened his resolve to help others.
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EPISODE 5:
We’re diving into the inspiring world of the Catherine McEwan Foundation Scholarship, a program that supports incredible individuals living with IBD.
Joining host, Derek McEwan are Graeme Rough, who heads up the program, along with two outstanding scholars – former scholar Katie McKitrick and current scholar George Bruce. Both of them are living with IBD, and today they’ll share how the scholarship has empowered them on their journey.
Don’t miss this powerful conversation about resilience, ambition, and the impact of the Catherine McEwan Foundation!
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EPISODE 4:
Liam Withnail: the comedian who doesn’t just tell jokes, but transforms his own life into a source of laughter. Living with Ulcerative Colitis hasn’t slowed down Liam’s comedic drive; if anything, it’s made it even more powerful.
Liam’s journey with Colitis has come with its challenges—flaring symptoms, unpredictable setbacks, and the constant adjustments to his condition. But through it all, he’s turned these struggles into material, using his comedy as both a coping mechanism and a platform for rewriting his story.
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EPISODE 3:
Vikki Garrick: former IBD Nurse Consultant and now the Director of Patient Services at the Catherine McEwan Foundation.
With over 20 years of experience in the field of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Vikki has dedicated her career to supporting those living with chronic conditions in the paediatric field, ensuring they receive the best care possible.
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EPISODE 2:
Brandon Duffy: Brandon Duffy and his incredible rollercoaster journey with IBD
Brandon Duffy joins host Derek McEwan to talk about his personal battle with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD).
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EPISODE 1:
Rick Parfitt Jnr: IBD, Rock N Roll, Motorsport and Everything in between
Rick Parfitt Jnr joins host Derek McEwan to talk Rock n Roll, Motorsport and IBD.
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