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Gift of Life

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The Organ Transplant Podcast. Gift of Life is Hosted by BJ Odom, a double transplant recipient who received a life-saving heart in 2003 and a kidney in 2015. BJ knows firsthand the power of organ donation. After receiving a heart transplant and facing the challenges of anti-rejection medication, he needed a second transplant – a kidney. Now, BJ shares his inspiring journey and those of others in the organ transplant world. Hear from those in the medical field, transplant

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Gift of Life 54 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/05/06

How many times have you walked into a furniture store and walked out with a couch, a chair… and a kidney? Sounds unbelievable, right? But this week on Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast, we’re sharing a story that’s as heartwarming as it is miraculous.In Episode 54, you’ll meet Dayna Cohen and Jake Rowland—two people brought together by chance, whose connection blossomed into an incredible friendship and a life-saving act. Dayna,

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Gift of Life 53 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/04/29

Love is in the air—and so is life, hope, and inspiration! As Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast kicks off Year 2, we’re celebrating with a very special guest: Sophia Renner, Engagement Manager for SODA: Student Organ Donation Advocates.Sophia joins us to share how SODA is empowering the next generation of organ donation advocates and making waves across college campuses nationwide. You’ll learn about the incredible work they’re

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Gift of Life 52 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/04/22

In this very special episode, we continue to honor National Donate Life Month by welcoming a truly inspiring guest—Renee Collins, a heart transplant recipient whose story is one of strength, perseverance, and love.Renee opens up about her health struggles that began long before her transplant journey. She shares her experience living with atrial fibrillation and enduring several ablations. But everything changed the day she suffered a cardiac arrest—a moment that

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Gift of Life 51 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/04/15

Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast | Episode 51In this heartfelt episode, we welcome back an old friend from my radio days, Al Brock, who is celebrating two years with his new liver after a transplant at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville, TN. Al’s journey hasn’t been easy—his first year was especially tough, filled with challenges that left him needing a wheelchair and a walker. But with faith, resilience, and the unwavering support of his

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Gift of Life 50 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/04/08

In this milestone 50th episode of Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast, we bring you an extraordinary story of resilience, determination, and the power of the human spirit.Derek Lindstrom didn’t just run—he lived to run. With 114 marathons behind him, his heart was his engine. But when his heart function plummeted to a devastating 6-10%, his life took a dramatic turn. By the time he was admitted to intensive care, hope seemed distant. The odds were

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Gift of Life 49 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/04/01

In this heartfelt episode of Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast, we sit down with Dan Daggett, General Manager of WMPI I-105.3 in Scottsburg, Indiana. Dan’s journey with kidney disease is ongoing as he awaits his first kidney transplant. While he hopes for a living donor, he remains open to receiving a deceased donor kidney, knowing that every transplant is a precious gift.Dan shares the challenges of balancing dialysis with work and family life, offering

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Gift of Life 48 The Organ Transplant Podcast

Gift of Life ·

2025/03/25

In Episode 48 of The Gift Of Life Podcast we delve into the touching journey of Sam Dey – a tale of resilience and the preciousness of life. Sam's existence has been intertwined with the challenges of heart disease, influenced by a family lineage burdened with similar struggles. However, his true trial began in 2008 when the weight of his relentless work ethic manifested in a heart attack. Amidst his whirlwind of global adventures and dedicated labor, the unexpected twist

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Gift of Life 47 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/03/18

In this episode 47 of Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast, we welcome Emilee Brock Burdette, whose kidney journey began at the tender age of 4. Living with chronic kidney disease (CKD) her entire life, Emilee has faced countless challenges, yet her unwavering faith and resilience have guided her through every step. With both her mother and grandmother also battling CKD and dialysis, Emilee’s story is one of perseverance, hope, and the power of

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Gift of Life 46 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/03/11

In this inspiring episode 46 we sit down with Jen Muston, a lifelong athlete, head coach of the women’s lacrosse team, and assistant athletic director at York College in Pennsylvania. Jen’s journey is a testament to resilience, teamwork, and the incredible power of organ donation.Despite being dedicated to sports and coaching, it wasn’t until she and her husband moved to York that a new doctor took a closer look at her medical records. In 2017, she received

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Gift of Life 45 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/03/04

In this powerful episode of Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast, we share the remarkable story of Jamie Imhof, a world-class athlete whose greatest battle wasn’t on the field—but for her very life.Jamie’s journey took a devastating turn in June 2022 when a concerned friend called for a welfare check. Paramedics found her unconscious, her body ravaged by end-stage alcoholism. For most, the road ahead might have seemed insurmountable. But Jamie

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Gift of Life 44 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/02/25

You may remember Dawn from Episode 37, where we shared her incredible journey to kidney health—a path filled with challenges, resilience, and ultimately, transformation. Diagnosing her condition, advocating for proper treatment, and ensuring access to life-saving medications were just some of the hurdles she faced. But through it all, Dawn remained determined, turning obstacles into stepping stones toward a brighter future.This week, Dawn returns to Gift of Life –

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Gift of Life 43 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/02/18

Life has a way of surprising us, sometimes in the most unexpected ways. This week, we meet Julie Patterson of Madison, Georgia, whose journey with kidney disease began with a routine visit to the gynecologist. As a young woman, she was told she had high protein levels in her urine—an early warning sign that someday, her kidneys might fail. Like many of us would, she put the thought aside and continued living her life. Fast forward many years, and that distant warning

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Gift of Life 42 The Organ Transplant Podcast

Gift of Life ·

2025/02/11

This week, we bring you an incredible story of resilience, love, and the power of family. Meet Ronna, a kidney transplant survivor who did everything right—eating well, staying active, and living a healthy lifestyle. But a routine medical exam for life insurance uncovered a shocking truth—she was in renal failure.As her world turned upside down, one person never hesitated—her sister. Stepping up without question, she was first in line to donate a kidney. But

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Gift of Life 41 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/02/04

In this powerful episode, we meet the resilient and inspiring Donna Williamson. In her 20s, Donna was diagnosed with kidney disease—a life-altering moment that could have defined her future. But by the grace of God, she was miraculously cured, allowing her nearly two decades of health and hope. Then, the disease returned with a vengeance, leading her to dialysis and, ultimately, her first kidney transplant.Fifteen years later, she faced the unimaginable once

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Gift of Life 40 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/01/28

Welcome to Episode 40 of Gift of Life - The Organ Donor Podcast. This week, we continue the incredible story we began in Episode 39 with Sue Green, author of Don’t Call My Liver Fat: Liver Transplant 101. Last week, Sue shared her journey of receiving the gift of life—a liver transplant—from her half-sister, Christina Metcalf, whom she had not seen in 30 years.Today, we’re honored to introduce you to Christina, the extraordinary living donor behind

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Gift of Life 39 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/01/21

In this touching episode, we delve into the remarkable tale of Sue Green, a nurse who faced a life-altering diagnosis of cirrhosis and liver cancer. Sue recounts her experiences from grappling with a challenging diagnosis to undergoing a life-saving liver transplant, graciously provided by an unexpected source – her half-sister, who selflessly stepped forward as a living donor. Join us as we examine: • The hurdles Sue encountered in obtaining a correct diagnosis

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Gift of Life 38 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/01/14

Join us in this compelling episode of Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast as we delve into the remarkable journey of Dr. Robert Pritt, a dedicated family physician and a courageous heart transplant recipient. Dr. Pritt's life epitomizes resilience, optimism, and an unwavering commitment to his patients despite the challenges posed by his compromised immune system.Dr. Pritt candidly shares his transition from healer to patient, recounting the emotional and

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Gift of Life 37 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2025/01/08

On this episode, we share the incredible journey of Dawn, whose path to kidney health has been long, challenging, and ultimately life-affirming. Diagnosing the right issues and recognizing the signs when something felt wrong were pivotal moments in her story. Throughout her journey, Dawn worked tirelessly to ensure she had insurance coverage for treatments and the essential anti-rejection medications, navigating the complex realities of organ transplantation.Despite the

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Gift of Life 36 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2024/12/31

In this weeks episode XX we look to the future of technologies in the world of organ transplants. From 3D Bioprinting to Xenotransplantation.We also discover new ways to transport organ keeping them more viable for transplant. The future for post op in the future with remote wearable monitoring and beyond so check it out. Allcoming up in this short but sweet episode. If you have a transplant story that deserves to be heard, don't hesitate to reach out to us at

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Gift of Life 35 The Organ Transplant Podcast

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2024/12/25

Wishing everyone Happy Holidays. BJ Odom feeling thankfull this holiday season and thanking donors everywhere as we continue through the transplant journey. Also special thanks to all who has shared their journy with us on The Gift of Life Transplant. Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help us spread awareness about the life-changing power of organ donation and transplantation. Connect with Us: if you have a transplant story you would like to share email us

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