Welcome to the emotionally stirring premiere of Season 3 of the "These Fukken Feelings" Podcast. Join your hosts, Micah and Rebecca, as they delve into a deeply moving conversation with Bethany and Hannah, the courageous powerhouses behind Heart Charged.
This profound dialogue begins with Bethany and Hannah recounting their transformative journey from vivacious high-school athletes to resilient warriors battling hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). This silent adversary, often unnoticed till it claims lives, changed their paths dramatically and unexpectedly.
With vulnerability and insight, they share their transition from an active lifestyle into a careful one geared towards managing their modified heart-rhythms. Bonded together in their struggle, they offer an intimate look at the arduous process of integrating life-saving defibrillators into their bodies and their lives. They paint their raw emotional terrain, the constant uncertainty, and ever-present gratitude that accompany living with HCM.
Bethany and Hannah are not merely survivors; they are catalysts for change. They speak passionately about abating the preventable childhood deaths due to undetected heart conditions. With a stirring conviction, they talk about their mission to extend the life-saving early diagnosis they received to every child, while fostering a supportive community of heartcharged warriors.
As the discussion deepens, a compelling narrative of gender bias in cardiac emergencies unfolds. Bethany and Hannah confront the silent, societal barriers that lead bystanders to hesitate when female lives hang in the balance. Bringing the spotlight on Heart Charged's vibrant campaign #FlashTheBoobs, they rally for equity in sudden cardiac arrest response - a bid to #SaveALife, irrespective of gender.
This heart-rending and inspiring episode culminates with an impassioned plea to join Bethany, Hannah, Micah and Rebecca in this movement. Listen to their shared experiences, honor their struggle, feel their perseverance, and be a part of the ripple creating a sea-change in our approach towards cardiac health and gender equity. Prepare to get your heart charged like never before.
Welcome to the emotionally stirring premiere of Season 3 of the "These Fukken Feelings" Podcast. Join your hosts, Micah and Rebecca, as they delve into a deeply moving conversation with Bethany and Hannah, the courageous powerhouses behind Heart Charged.
This profound dialogue begins with Bethany and Hannah recounting their transformative journey from vivacious high-school athletes to resilient warriors battling hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). This silent adversary, often unnoticed till it claims lives, changed their paths dramatically and unexpectedly.
With vulnerability and insight, they share their transition from an active lifestyle into a careful one geared towards managing their modified heart-rhythms. Bonded together in their struggle, they offer an intimate look at the arduous process of integrating life-saving defibrillators into their bodies and their lives. They paint their raw emotional terrain, the constant uncertainty, and ever-present gratitude that accompany living with HCM.
Bethany and Hannah are not merely survivors; they are catalysts for change. They speak passionately about abating the preventable childhood deaths due to undetected heart conditions. With a stirring conviction, they talk about their mission to extend the life-saving early diagnosis they received to every child, while fostering a supportive community of heartcharged warriors.
As the discussion deepens, a compelling narrative of gender bias in cardiac emergencies unfolds. Bethany and Hannah confront the silent, societal barriers that lead bystanders to hesitate when female lives hang in the balance. Bringing the spotlight on Heart Charged's vibrant campaign #FlashTheBoobs, they rally for equity in sudden cardiac arrest response - a bid to #SaveALife, irrespective of gender.
This heart-rending and inspiring episode culminates with an impassioned plea to join Bethany, Hannah, Micah and Rebecca in this movement. Listen to their shared experiences, honor their struggle, feel their perseverance, and be a part of the ripple creating a sea-change in our approach towards cardiac health and gender equity. Prepare to get your heart charged like never before.