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Beyond the Wheeze

Josh Rheaume

27 episodes

1 week ago

Season 2 of Beyond the Wheeze is here. Join host Josh Rheaume, The Asthma Runner, for real stories and expert insights on asthma, fitness, and lung health. This season explores how mindset, movement, and community help people live and breathe beyond their limits. Hear from patients, doctors, and advocates making a difference in respiratory care. Episode 1 drops on Tuesday, October 28th. Connect with us (@BeyondTheWheeze): Check us out on Instagram Follow Beyond the Wheeze on LinkedIn Conn...

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Season 2 of Beyond the Wheeze is here. Join host Josh Rheaume, The Asthma Runner, for real stories and expert insights on asthma, fitness, and lung health. This season explores how mindset, movement, and community help people live and breathe beyond their limits. Hear from patients, doctors, and advocates making a difference in respiratory care. Episode 1 drops on Tuesday, October 28th. Connect with us (@BeyondTheWheeze): Check us out on Instagram Follow Beyond the Wheeze on LinkedIn Conn...

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Beyond the Wheeze

Beyond the Wheeze Season 2 Trailer | The Asthma & Lung Health Podcast

Season 2 of Beyond the Wheeze is here. Join host Josh Rheaume, The Asthma Runner, for real stories and expert insights on asthma, fitness, and lung health. This season explores how mindset, movement, and community help people live and breathe beyond their limits. Hear from patients, doctors, and advocates making a difference in respiratory care. Episode 1 drops on Tuesday, October 28th. Connect with us (@BeyondTheWheeze): Check us out on Instagram Follow Beyond the Wheeze on LinkedIn Conn...

1 week ago

1 minute

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E25. Best of Beyond the Wheeze: Season 1 Highlights

Season 1 of Beyond the Wheeze has been filled with powerful conversations, lived experiences, and expert insights, all centered around asthma, lung health, and the people who are pushing for better care. In this special highlight episode, we revisit some of the most memorable moments from the season. You’ll hear from patient advocates, leading clinicians, researchers, and innovators who are transforming the way we understand and manage respiratory conditions. In this episode: Breakthroughs in...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 17 minutes

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E24. Empowering Kids with Asthma Through Storytelling with Dr. Mark Schnellinger

In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, we explore the world of pediatric asthma education with Dr. Mark Schnellinger, a pediatric emergency medicine physician at Children’s Minnesota and the author of The Medicine Stars, an adventure novel that helps middle schoolers understand asthma through storytelling. We explore: The challenges families face during pediatric asthma crises, from medication access to socioeconomic barriersHow The Medicine Stars blends storytelling and medical knowledge to e...

1 month ago

42 minutes

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E23. Are Asthma and COPD Apps Reliable? Insights from Dr. Shirley Quach

In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, we delve into the evolving world of digital health and mobile apps for respiratory care with Dr. Shirley Quach, a leading researcher in mHealth for asthma and COPD. We explore: The promises and pitfalls of mobile health apps for chronic respiratory conditionsHow to evaluate app quality, reliability, and privacyWays digital tools can support, but never replace, clinical careThe future of AI and emerging technologies in asthma and COPD managementPractical g...

1 month ago

1 hour 14 minutes

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E22. Living Well with COPD: Pulmonary Rehab, Self-Advocacy, and the Power of Community with Glenn Kitchener

Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Glenn Kitchener, a passionate COPD advocate who opens up about his journey from smoking-related lung disease to finding new ways to live well with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Glenn was diagnosed in 2010 shortly after quitting smoking. He shares the struggles he faced in the beginning and how education, pulmonary rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes at West Park Healthcare Center’s Respiratory Day Hospital helped him move forward. We ...

2 months ago

43 minutes

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E21. Asthma, Pulmonary Testing, and AI in Medicine: Insights from Dr. Neil Maharaj

Send us a text In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Neil Maharaj, a respirologist with over 20 years of experience and the Medical Director at Niagara Pulmonary Medicine and Diagnostics. We talked about his journey in respiratory medicine, the importance of pulmonary function testing, and how technology and AI are starting to reshape patient care. Dr. Maharaj shared what inspired him throughout his career, how he built a unique community-based clinic i...

2 months ago

41 minutes

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E20. Air, Asthma, and Equity: What Shapes Kids’ Lung Health Today with Dr. Teresa To

Send us a text In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I’m joined by Dr. Teresa To, a senior scientist at the Hospital for Sick Children and one of Canada’s leading voices in pediatric asthma and population health research. Dr. To shares her insights on how early life exposures like air pollution, secondhand smoke, and socioeconomic factors can shape a child’s risk of developing asthma. We explore how early intervention, improved access to care, and data-driven research are essential to changin...

3 months ago

51 minutes

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E19. The Unseen Cost of Caregiving: Christine Fader’s Story of Loss, Lung Cancer, and Advocacy

Send us a text In this emotionally charged episode, we welcome Christine Fader, a caregiver advocate, author, and cancer widow. Christine shares her profound journey following her husband Michael's diagnosis and battle with two separate cancers. With moving honesty, she reflects on personal loss, the challenges of navigating trauma-informed cancer care, and her mission to improve support for caregivers. This discussion highlights the often-overlooked issues faced by cancer patients and their ...

4 months ago

58 minutes

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E18. Empowering Patients Through Digital Health with Fahreen Walimohamed

Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by Fahreen Walimohamed, a health informatics professional and Implementation Manager at OnCall Health. We dig into her career journey, her passion for using health tech to improve care, and how she’s working to empower patients in a system that can be tough to navigate. Fahreen shares stories from projects she’s proud of — like improving home oxygen care — and we talk about how digital health tools are changing the game, especially for people managin...

4 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

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E17. How AI Innovation Is Shaping Asthma Care with Dr. Meraj Khan

Send us a text In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I’m joined by Dr. Meraj Khan, a clinical research scientist and CEO of DigiBiomics. We dive into how AI is changing the landscape of respiratory health and what it could mean for people living with asthma. Dr. Khan walks me through his career journey, the story behind DigiBiomics, and how their AI-driven diagnostics — including a tool called LungSense — are helping detect lung disease earlier and personalize care for patients. We get into t...

5 months ago

38 minutes

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E16. Honouring Rudhro: From Tragedy to Advocacy

Send us a text Rumi and Prince lost their son, Rudhro, to a severe asthma attack at just eight years old. Since that devastating day, they’ve turned their grief into advocacy, building a movement to raise awareness about the seriousness of asthma and improve education and resources for families like theirs. Through the Rudhro Prince Hope Foundation, they are keeping their son’s memory alive and working to ensure other families do not have to face the same heartbreak. You can learn more about ...

5 months ago

39 minutes

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E15. Optimizing Pediatric Asthma and Respiratory Care with Dr. Paolo Pianosi

Send us a text This episode of Beyond the Wheeze is a special one for me. I had the chance to sit down with Dr. Paolo Pianosi, a retired pediatric pulmonologist whose work has made a lasting impact in respiratory care. As a child growing up with severe asthma, I was actually one of Dr. Pianosi’s patients at the IWK Health Centre in Halifax. Having the opportunity to reconnect with him years later — this time behind a microphone — made this conversation especially meaningful. Dr. Pianosi’s car...

5 months ago

59 minutes

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E14. Asthma and Exercise: Why Staying Active Is Essential with Dr. Alan Kaplan

Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Alan Kaplan — a family doctor who specializes in respiratory medicine and has spent years working to improve asthma care in Canada. Dr. Kaplan is the chair of the Family Physician Airways Group of Canada and works closely with Asthma Canada. Together, we unpack what it takes to manage asthma well, the role regular physical activity plays in lung health, and how people with asthma can exercise safely and confidently. We cover a lot of ground in...

5 months ago

38 minutes

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E13. Triumph Over Asthma: How Liz Radinovic Took Back Her Health

Send us a text In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I sit down with Liz Radinovic, a personal trainer, health coach, and asthma athlete from Columbus, Ohio. Liz opens up about what it was like living with severe asthma for 15 years, how a breakthrough with biologic medication changed everything, and how she found her way back to long-distance running — including finishing a half marathon. We get into her advocacy work for better asthma care, how she approaches coaching with a focus on sustai...

6 months ago

47 minutes

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E12. Leading Lung Health in Canada with Jessica Buckley, CEO of the Lung Health Foundation

Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Buckley, president and CEO of the Lung Health Foundation. We talk about where lung health stands in Canada right now and why it deserves far more attention, funding, and advocacy than it’s getting. Jessica shares her perspective on issues like youth vaping, COPD, lung cancer, and how air quality affects our health. We also dive into why early diagnosis, bold research, and strong government policy are essential for building a smoke-free f...

6 months ago

38 minutes

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E11. Turning Asthma Into Action: A Journey of Resilience and Advocacy with Adrienne Lam

Send us a text In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I dive into the inspiring journey of Adrienne Lam—an asthma advocate, runner, researcher, and educator. Adrienne shares her personal experiences growing up with poorly controlled asthma, from sitting out of school activities to frequent ER visits. Through resilience and determination, she’s transformed her life—becoming a half marathon runner and a powerful voice for asthma education and health equity. We talk about her work with Asthma Can...

6 months ago

41 minutes

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E10. Breaking Barriers: My Journey with Asthma, Running, and Resilience

Send us a text In this special episode of 'Beyond the Wheeze,' host Josh swaps roles and becomes the guest, interviewed by his friend and healthcare professional, Joël Lachance-Artindale. They delve into Josh's personal journey with asthma, highlighting how he transformed his life from struggling to run 100 meters to completing marathons. Josh discusses the importance of bridging gaps between asthma patients, caregivers, and the medical community. The conversation covers a range of topics inc...

6 months ago

54 minutes

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E9. Stetson Childress: Collegiate Runner, Coach, and Asthma Thriver

Send us a text In this episode, we are joined by Stetson Childress, a collegiate runner and coach, who shares his journey from Bethel University to pursuing an MBA and competing at Northern Kentucky University. Stetson discusses overcoming asthma, motivating athletes, and his coaching philosophy centered around enjoying the sport and achieving personal records. He also highlights his impressive achievements and his goal to inspire others through his experiences. Listen in as Stetson provides ...

7 months ago

47 minutes

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E8. Bridging Asthma Research & Treatment with Dr. Nonoyama

Send us a text In this episode, we explore the multifaceted world of asthma care with Dr. Mika Nonoyama, a leading researcher and clinician specializing in cardio respiratory health. Dr. Nonoyama, an Associate Professor at Ontario Tech University and a registered respiratory therapist, discusses her career dedicated to improving care for individuals with chronic respiratory conditions. The conversation delves into the importance of bridging gaps between research and real-world treatment, the ...

7 months ago

58 minutes

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E7. Asthma Advocacy & Social Media Influence with Mia Fritsch-Anderson

Send us a text In this episode, the host interviews Mia Fritsch-Anderson, a multi-talented advocate for asthma awareness. Mia, an accomplished social media influencer, dancer, athlete, mechanical engineering student, and former Miss Illinois Teen 2022, uses her platforms on Instagram and TikTok to bring engaging and educational content about asthma. Mia shares her journey, starting from her diagnosis at a young age, her inspiration to create content, and how she has battled the stigma surroun...

7 months ago

40 minutes