Nothing is more frightening that hearing the words - "Your cancer is back" - after years of being in remission. But for Pastor Timothy Reese, the fight is a test of faith and purpose. In this episode, Pastor Tim talks with Victoria about his plans for the road ahead as he goes head to head with Multiple Myeloma.
About the guest: Pastor Timothy Reese presides over Amazing Grace Ministries in Detroit, MI, and is the uncle of host Victoria Reese.
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Follow the podcast on Instagram at @patientinyou, host Victoria Reese at @picturethisvic, and Pastor
Timothy Reese and Amazing Grace Ministries at @agi_amazinggrace.
As our parents age, we might worry about when it's our turn to care for them. And sometimes that time comes much earlier than we are ready for. Victoria Reese talks to Lauren Miller about her journey as the primary caregiver for her father, Dave J. Miller, during his final years living with COPD.
About the guest: Lauren Miller is a boss. She serves as the Chief Growth Officer at M³ Consulting. A management consulting firm started by her father, Dave J. Miller Jr. over 35 years ago. Lauren’s ambition, intelligence, strength and drive is part of her family legacy. So when her father’s battle with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) pushed her from being his daughter, mentee, and colleague, to being his caregiver, life line and source of strength, the effect was jarring. Of all of the things a father can teach his daughter, being his caregiver is a lesson that none of us are ever prepared for.
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Follow the podcast on Instagram at @patientinyou, host Victoria Reese at @picturethisvic, and Lauren Miller at @lauren.rosa.miller.
When people say "you're bipolar" for having a little mood swing. It's very clear they don't really know what Bipolar Disorder truly is. In this episode, Jessica Reese, educator, author and cousin of Patient In You host, Victoria, helps us learn how BPD affects those living with it.
About the guest: Jessica Reese is a freelance writer, editor, and educator. She is working on her memoir entitled We Come Back That she hopes will tell all the uncomfortable truths of a black woman living with a misunderstood mental illness.
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Follow the podcast on Instagram at @patientinyou and host Victoria Reese at @picturethisvic.
Remember back in the day when Michael Jackson said he had vitiligo and nobody believed him? That collective dismissal set back vitiligo research, advocacy and information back for millions of people living with the disease. In this episode, Victoria Reese talks to "vitiligan" Justin Hall about his journey and advocacy with vitiligo.
About the guest: Justin Hall is a speaker, author and vitiligo advocate. Justin’s mission to bring awareness to the vitiligo community has sparked meaningful conversation around a disease that doesn’t typically get as much attention as it deserves, empowering those living with the disease, who need to feel powerful in their skin the most. His children’s book, Aiden’s Spots, follows a kindergartener living with vitiligo, on his first day of school. The book empowers children to embrace their differences, and educate those who may not understand them.
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Follow the podcast on Instagram at @patientinyou, host Victoria Reese at @picturethisvic, and Justin Hall at @grindpreneur.
When social media icon, Tabitha Brown, set out to be America's Mom, I'm sure she didn't think she'd be teaching us about perimenopause. Ms. Tab joins Victoria Reese in this episode to talk about the change before the change. About the guest: If you don’t know Tabitha Brown by now, where have you been?
Tabitha Brown is an Emmy-winning actress, host, author, entrepreneur, and social media star. She has won our hearts over the last 6 years, encouraging us to eat healthier, laugh more and to not mess up anybody else’s day if we can’t have a good one.
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Follow the podcast on Instagram at @patientinyou, host Victoria Reese at @picturethisvic, and Tabitha Brown at @iamtabithabrown.
You've heard of Lupus right? You know, that one autoimmune disease that Toni Braxton, Nick Cannon and Selena Gomez have? The one that affects Black women at a much higher rate than any other group? But did you know that there are two different types of Lupus and that the diagnosis, symptoms and treatment for each are different? In this episode, Victoria talks to social media star, Naomi Rose, about her journey as a Lupus Warrior.
About the guest: Naomi Rose, also known simply as Nay is a Content Creator, mother and lupus warrior. She shares her story through with levity, in order to help her audience relax and relate to what she experiences. Her success as a content creator has allowed her to teach others how to inspire others on social media.
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Follow the podcast on Instagram at @patientinyou, host Victoria Reese at @picturethisvic, and Naomi Rose at @nayrosee.
How many new autism diagnoses have you heard about this year? And how many times has someone on your TikTok timeline mentioned being neurodivergent? And how many times have you rolled your eyes thinking "everybody can't be autistic." Well, what if someone told you that we all got a little touch of the 'tism? That's what Victoria Reese is discussing with her guest on this episode of Patient In You. Natasha Nelson, AKA the SuperNova Momma, has been an advocate and educator for mental illness and developmental delays, and is considered a trusted expert in the field. She's giving us a better look into what it truly means to be on the spectrum.
About the guest: Natasha Nelson, also known as Supernova Momma, is the CEO of Supernova Parenting, an organization that empowers caregivers of families facing mental illness and intellectual development disabilities. She is a disability advocate, a certified educator and facilitator for positive discipline and mental health initiatives, a highly decorated veteran, and mother to two autistic Black girls. Natasha’s award winning advocacy and leadership is all achieved while managing her own neurodivergence - she is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, OCD, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), PTSD, and Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD). she uses her education, personal and professional experience to inspire all families facing mental illness and/or intellectual developmental disability and neurodivergence, arming them with the tools and resources they need to break down barriers and thrive.
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Follow the podcast on Instagram at @patientinyou, host Victoria Reese at @picturethisvic, and Natasha Nelson at @supernovamomma.
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the baby...right? Well, sometimes, that last step can be challenging. Especially for women of color. So what do you do when you want to start a family, but you need more help than a nursery rhyme can offer? In this episode of Patient In You, Victoria Reese talks with actress, Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins about her journey through infertility to motherhood.
About the guest: Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins is an actress best known for her role on Netflix’s “Dear White People”. She’s the host and creator of the podcast Trials to Triumphs. And she’s a new mom, a role that she holds most dear because of how much it took to achieve. Ashley has been vocal about her process with IVF and fertility treatment, showing Black women who aspire to motherhood how bravery through her trials led to her triumph.
Follow Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyblaine/
When is comes to Black women, style is important. And one of the things that makes our style so unique is the versatility and creativity of our hair. So what happens when an autoimmune disorder makes it hard to show off our beautiful tresses and keep our hairstyles looking fresh? In this episode of Patient In You, Victoria Reese talks to beauty and lifestyle influencer, Leslie Latrice about the woes of sebborheic dermatitis. And how she stays fresh and fly even with flakes.
About the guest: Leslie Latrice is a limitless entrepreneur, Army veteran, influencer and advocate for Black women. Based in Charlotte, NC, Leslie’s mission to create transformative experiences through digital storytelling that inspire self-love, beauty and creativity have catapulted her growth as a social media star. On the surface, you might see Leslie as the picture of beauty - a privilege that has made her life easy. But if you dig just a little bit deeper, you’d find that her story is one of unshakeable ambition, and a determination to face her challenges like a boss.
Connect with Leslie Latrice -
website: https://www.leslielatrice.com/
instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leslielatrice/
Are you ready for Patient In You with Victoria Reese?! Check out this sneak peak at episode 1!
Welcome to Patient In You with your host, Victoria Reese. This groundbreaking podcast is dedicated to exploring and elevating the dialogue around Black women's health and “patienthood.” While normalizing safe conversations around health, healthcare and how it unites all of us.
Join Victoria as she engages in candid conversations with experts, advocates, and everyday heroes, caregivers, delving into a wide spectrum of topics crucial to the well-being of Black women. From reproductive health and mental wellness to fitness, nutrition, and navigating the healthcare system, Patient In You covers it all. Victoria creates a safe space for open discussions, addressing unique challenges faced by Black women and celebrating their resilience. Each episode aims to empower, educate, and inspire, fostering a community where health is not just a goal but a holistic journey.
Tune in for insightful interviews, expert insights, and personal stories that resonate with the lived experiences of Black women. Patient In You is not just a podcast; it's a movement towards holistic well-being, breaking barriers, and amplifying the voices that matter. Join Victoria Reese in exploring the multifaceted aspects of Black women's health and discovering the power that lies within.
