Upstroke Podcast Channel

Episode #23 People Think They’re Just Pets… They’re Wrong

We talk a lot about service dogs — and rightfully so. But this goes beyond that. Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/Kjxq5Yf4Gws This is about all the animals that show up for us… when life gets hard, when things change, when we’re trying to figure out how to keep going. After my stroke, I started to understand something I never fully saw before — the role animals play in recovery, in mental health, and in just… getting through the day. In this episode, I react to powerful stories about service dogs and other support animals — and why they matter more than most people realize. Because they’re not just pets. They’re comfort. They’re stability. They’re a reason to keep moving forward. 👇 Watch the original videos here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUAqJWPA-tA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ld0fy5_pUI YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast [http://www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast]

Episode #22 COVID, Vaccines, and Stroke Risk — What the Data Really Says

Over the past decade, something unexpected has been happening with stroke rates—especially among younger adults. Many people point to COVID… others point to vaccines… but what does the actual data say? In this video, I break down: • The long-term global stroke trend • Why stroke rates were declining for decades • The turning point around 2015 • What changed—and what didn’t • What the research says about COVID and stroke risk • What studies say about vaccines and stroke outcomes As a stroke survivor, this isn’t just data for me—it’s personal. This video isn’t about pushing a theory. It’s about understanding the full picture. Because when you look closely… the story is more complex than it first appears. — 📊 Sources referenced include: • Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study • Nature Medicine & Nature Communications • World Health Organization (WHO) • American Heart Association — ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding medical concerns. — 💬 Let me know your thoughts in the comments: What do YOU think changed? Feel free to email me anytime you want to connect!  email - upstrokepodcast@gmail.com  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583462414870  Music – The Red Cannons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3-VdV8LLYY&list=RDEMXp5S1NnHszlKoom_BsymHg&start_radio=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ive2pcGIeVY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pjr6KwhYxpg  Support our work at Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/customize  Sponsor of the Year! Thank you EVOLV! https://www.evolvdigitalmarketing.com/ *FAIR USE NOTICE: This video may contain copyrighted material. The material is made available for educational purposes only. The material use constitutes "fair use" under Title 17 U.S.C. section 106A-117 of the US Copyright Law and the Canadian Copyright Act. If you are a copyright owner and have concerns, please contact me and I will review or remove the content. #braindamage #stroke #strokesurvivor #rehabilitation #motorcycle #braindamage #braininjury #stroke #strokesurvivor #motorcycle #motorcyclelife #rehabilitation #recoveryjourney #strokeawareness #adaptivefitness #strokerecovery #wellnessjourney #physicaltherapy #braininjury YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast [http://www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast]

Episode #21 He Was Locked In for 20 Years… But Never Gave Up

When 27-year-old Nick Chisholm suffered a devastating stroke, his life changed in an instant. Diagnosed with a rare and severe form of locked-in syndrome, Nick lost the ability to walk, speak, and move—but not his awareness, his spirit, or his will to fight. For over 20 years, Nick has been living inside his body… fully conscious. And through it all, his brother Matt has been right there beside him. This is a story about: * Brotherhood  * Resilience  * Love  * And the unbreakable human spirit  From daily rehab to unexpected moments of connection… and one powerful surprise that no one saw coming—this journey will stay with you. 👉 Because sometimes… the body gives up.  But the spirit never does. Feel free to email me anytime you want to connect! email - upstrokepodcast@gmail.com  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583462414870 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583462414870]  Music – The Red Cannons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3-VdV8LLYY&list=RDEMXp5S1NnHszlKoom_BsymHg&start_radio=1 Support our work at Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/customize  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583462414870 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583462414870]  Sponsor of the Year! Thank you EVOLV! https://www.evolvdigitalmarketing.com/ *FAIR USE NOTICE: This video may contain copyrighted material. The material is made available for educational purposes only. The material use constitutes "fair use" under Title 17 U.S.C. section 106A-117 of the US Copyright Law and the Canadian Copyright Act. If you are a copyright owner and have concerns, please contact me and I will review or remove the content. #braindamage #braininjury #stroke #strokesurvivor #motorcycle #motorcyclelife #rehabilitation #recoveryjourney #strokeawareness #adaptivefitness #strokerecovery #physicaltherapy  Friends of the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrokenRoadProjectPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrokenRoadProjectPodcast] https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkstroke [https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkstroke] https://www.youtube.com/@AphasiaP   YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast [http://www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast]

Episode #20 The Day Superman Became Paralyzed

If your life has ever changed in a moment… this story will hit home. Christopher Reeve’s story is one of the most powerful comeback stories ever told. Best known as Superman, Christopher Reeve became a global symbol of strength, hope, and courage after the tragic horse riding accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed from the neck down. In a single moment, the life he knew was gone. What happened next is what makes his story truly powerful. This video isn’t just about Christopher Reeve… It’s about what we do when life changes everything. As a stroke survivor myself, this story hits close to home. The decision to keep going, to fight, to find purpose again… it’s something many of us face. And it’s not easy. If you’re going through something right now — this one’s for you. Feel free to email me anytime you want to connect! email - upstrokepodcast@gmail.com  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583462414870  Music – The Red Cannons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3-VdV8LLYY&list=RDEMXp5S1NnHszlKoom_BsymHg&start_radio=1 Support our work at Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/customize  Sponsor of the Year! Thank you EVOLV! https://www.evolvdigitalmarketing.com/ *FAIR USE NOTICE: This video may contain copyrighted material. The material is made available for educational purposes only. The material use constitutes "fair use" under Title 17 U.S.C. section 106A-117 of the US Copyright Law and the Canadian Copyright Act. If you are a copyright owner and have concerns, please contact me and I will review or remove the content. Friends of the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrokenRoadProjectPodcast https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkstroke https://www.youtube.com/@AphasiaP YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast [http://www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast]

Episode #19 Cowboy Wisdom. Let's Get Back in the Saddle!

After a stroke… after everything changes… there comes a moment where you have to decide who you're going to be next. In this video, we sit down and watch a video from Dewayne Noel from Dry Creek Wrangler School and break down a powerful message about getting “back in the saddle.” Link to this video by Dry Creek Wrangler School  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_GDNzHNm2A Link to this podcast video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dFoPDoJWVrg But this isn’t just about riding. It’s about resilience. Identity. And making the decision to keep going—even when everything in you wants to stop. This conversation hit me harder than I expected. If you’ve ever felt stuck, defeated, or unsure of what comes next… this one’s for you. 👇 Let me know in the comments: What does “getting back in the saddle” mean to YOU? Feel free to email me anytime you want to connect! email - upstrokepodcast@gmail.com  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583462414870  Music – The Red Cannons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n3-VdV8LLYY&list=RDEMXp5S1NnHszlKoom_BsymHg&start_radio=1 Support our work at Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/customize  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583462414870  Sponsor of the Year! Thank you EVOLV! https://www.evolvdigitalmarketing.com/ *FAIR USE NOTICE: This video may contain copyrighted material. The material is made available for educational purposes only. The material use constitutes "fair use" under Title 17 U.S.C. section 106A-117 of the US Copyright Law and the Canadian Copyright Act. If you are a copyright owner and have concerns, please contact me and I will review or remove the content. #braindamage #braininjury #stroke #strokesurvivor #motorcycle #motorcyclelife #rehabilitation #recoveryjourney #strokeawareness #adaptivefitness #strokerecovery #physicaltherapy  Friends of the Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrokenRoadProjectPodcast https://www.youtube.com/@letstalkstroke https://www.youtube.com/@AphasiaP YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast [http://www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast]