Celebrating 100 Episodes of The Beautiful Bag Podcast: Reflections and Gratitude
Journey of Strength and Resilience:
- LeeAnne reflects on the incredible stories shared on the podcast.
- Highlights the diversity of guests who have faced challenges with strength and resilience.
- Acknowledges her own journey with an ostomy due to a rare sarcoma tumor.
- Expresses gratitude for the vulnerability and courage displayed by guests, inspiring listeners to embrace their own strength.
Breaking Stereotypes and Changing Perspectives:
- Discusses how the podcast has shattered stereotypes associated with ostomies.
- Emphasizes that ostomies can affect individuals of all ages, races, and backgrounds.
- Explores how guests have defied societal norms and pursued their dreams despite ostomy surgeries.
- Encourages listeners to see beyond preconceived notions and embrace the diversity within the ostomy community.
Inspiring Stories of Triumph:
- Highlights specific guests who have triumphed over adversity.
- Shares the story of Colin Jarvis, a former Olympic runner who overcame ostomy surgeries to become a marathon runner and co-owner of Stealth Belts.
- Shares the story of Jerilyn Taylor, who has lived with a dual ostomy since childhood and became a model, challenging societal stigmas.
- Expresses admiration for the many other inspiring individuals who have shared their stories on the podcast.
Support, Connection, and a Growing Community:
- Acknowledges the power of community formed through The Beautiful Bag Podcast.
- Expresses gratitude for the support and connections made with listeners and guests.
- Highlights the partnership with Hollister, Inc., a leading ostomy care company, in spreading awareness and supporting the podcast's mission.
A Beautiful Bag: A Second Chance at Life:
- Explains the significance of the podcast's name, "The Beautiful Bag."
- Discusses how the ostomy bag represents a second chance at life for many individuals.
- Emphasizes the gratitude for this second chance and the reminder that not everyone gets this opportunity.
- Encourages listeners to recognize they are not alone and that a supportive community exists.
Conclusion:
- Expresses heartfelt gratitude to listeners for their continued support.
- Encourages sharing stories and spreading awareness to make a difference in the lives of individuals with ostomies.
- Invites listeners to reach out and share their own stories for future episodes.
- Provides contact information and website details for submission of stories: Reach out to LeeAnne Hayden at leeannehayden.com or on Instagram @leeannehayden.
- Expresses excitement for future episodes and the growth of The Beautiful Bag Podcast.
Note: Timestamps and guest names mentioned in the show can be found in the podcast episode for reference.