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What the EF? is the podcast that says out loud what everyone else with epilepsy is thinking: WTF is happening right now?! Hosted by Landis Wiedner, this show unpacks the unfiltered, often hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking realities of life with epilepsy. Each week, Landis brings together neurologists, advocates, celebrities, caregivers, and everyday people to share raw stories, expert insights, and those “you-can’t-make-this-up” epilepsy moments no one talks about—but everyone should.
It’s equal parts education, community, and comic relief. Whether you’re living with seizures, supporting someone who is, or just curious to learn more, this show creates an approachable, stigma-busting space where laughter and real talk fuel change.
⚡ Epilepsy • Seizures • Awareness • Advocacy • WTF moments ⚡
Special thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for sponsoring 2024 and supporting conversations that matter.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Nothing shared here should be taken as medical advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment.
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NEW! Epi-Gem Episodes featuring gems in the Epilepsy Community! Starting with the *must-have* seizure training in schools! Meet Collin, our seizure educator extraordinaire, sharing how it transformed his school days. With Sarah, our inclusive education advocate, we dish out practical tips to bring seizure training to YOUR school. Tune in for the scoop on why it's crucial and how to make it happen! Empowering People’s Independence, Epilepsy Serviceshttps://www.epiny.org/epilepsy/Empowering People’s Independence, Camp EAGRhttps://www.epiny.org/epilepsy/camp-eagr/Epilepsy Alliance America – Seizure First Aid Traininghttps://www.epilepsyallianceamerica.org/seizure-safety/seizure-first-aid-training-for-school-personnel-your-way/Epilepsy Alliance America – Epilepsy Summer Campshttps://www.epilepsyallianceamerica.org/programs-services/camp-programs/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wanna stay motivated to keep those New Year’s resolutions? Just take a listen to this heart-to-heart with DJ HAPA. The DJ-advocate-educator-podcaster breaks down how epilepsy can be a gift that shapes who we are and how we approach the world every day.In this incredibly inspiring episode, Hapa discusses why it’s important to be an epilepsy advocate, regardless of seizure frequency or how many TikTok followers you have. He tells us how being vulnerable about his condition led to opportunities (and love!).Thank you to our Seizen 1 sponsors SK life science and Neurelis!Subscribe to our newsletter! Go to: whattheefpodcast.comAvailable on: Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & Audible Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sarah has a unique experience of how her epilepsy diagnosis came to light…literally. A former news anchor, Sarah had a seizure while on air, which ended up costing her job. During her two-year search for a diagnosis, Sarah also lost her license, kids, and marriage. She shares with us how she got to where she is today: working at a job she loves, running marathons, and—most importantly—being a mother to her children.Thank you to our Seizen 1 sponsors SK life science and Neurelis!Subscribe to our newsletter! Go to: whattheefpodcast.comAvailable on: Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & Audible(Here's the article about Sarah mentioned in this episode.) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Struggling to find a neurologist? You’re not alone. Kenzie O’Connell tells us about trying to find a doc that was the best fit for her and the stressors that surface going into any neuro appointment like: “Is this my fault? Did I cause a seizure? What am I doing wrong?” We also chat about what to do when we feel like a burden to our loved ones and how each of us was able to accept our epilepsy.Thank you to our Seizen 1 sponsors SK life science and Neurelis!Subscribe to our newsletter! Go to: whattheefpodcast.comAvailable on: Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & Audible Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bestselling author Mary Laura Philpott walks us through the moment that her and her family’s life was changed forever: her teenage son’s first seizure. She shares how she came to differentiate her experience as a mother and her son’s experience as the person living with epilepsy. Mary Laura also brings to light the excruciating battle of having to let her child “spread his wings.” Like so many parents who want to wrap their children in bubble wrap, Mary Laura understands the importance of letting hers experience life.Thank you to our Seizen 1 sponsors Neurelis and SK life science!Subscribe to our newsletter here! whattheefpodcast.comAvailable on: Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & Audible Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dr. King educates us on that burning question that many of us female epileptics have...can I have kids, and if so, what is that going to look like for me?An epileptologist who specializes in women’s health, Dr. King shares her vast knowledge on birth control, med changes/adjustments, and how to work with your own doctor during this journey.Thank you to our Seizen 1 sponsors SK life science and Neurelis!Use the code WTEF20 to get 20% off Neureka sleep monitoring!Available on: Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleSubscribe to our newsletter here! whattheefpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Perfect Valentine’s Day episode! As a pediatric epileptologist living with epilepsy, Dr. Ingram has a unique perspective—and one that doesn’t get a lot of attention: being a male living with epilepsy. He shares struggles he faced that never occurred to us, like being a teenager and unable to pick up a date from her house…because he can’t legally drive. Dr. Ingram addresses societal expectations that men face (like being the tough guy), how these are heightened when dealing with a chronic illness, and how to show true strength by rejecting those standards.Thank you to our Seizen 1 sponsors Neurelis and SK life science!Subscribe to our newsletter here! whattheefpodcast.comFeb. 13-20 is Seizure Action Plan Awareness Week!Available on: Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & Audible Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Diagnosed at age 5, Natalie Beavers addresses the giant learning curve that ensued for her and her family. She shares how self-advocacy ultimately led to creating a safe environment for herself and the epilepsy community. We’re super grateful for Natalie addressing the epilepsy elephant in the room: depression.Natalie talks about her experiences, attempting to take her own life, and how she moved forward from that moment to create an empire that would ultimately serve others and give her purpose to get up every day.If you're having suicidal thoughts, you can call 988 for help or check out 988 Lifeline resources here: https://988lifeline.org/Thank you to our Seizen 1 sponsors SK life science and Neurelis!Subscribe to our newsletter here! whattheefpodcast.comAvailable on: Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & Audible Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Diagnosed with epilepsy as a teen, Eli did what many of us have done: hid it from everyone and pretended it’s not there. Years later as a practicing attorney, a higher up told her that if she wanted to be successful, she needed to keep her diagnosis to herself. Instead, she chose to tell everyone. By owning her story, Eli shares how it helped her go farther and opened doors she never even imagined.Thank you to our Seizen 1 sponsors Neurelis and SK life science!Join our What the EF fam and subscribe to our newsletter to get news about Seizen 2!Use the code WTEF20 to get 20% Neureka sleep monitoring Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We kick off Seizen 2 of with professional powerhouse Jeff Parent who’s a president of Toyota AND the Epilepsy Foundation of America Board. (no biggie.) We chat with Jeff about what it’s like when you, your dad, and two of your kids have epilepsy. And maybe grab the tissues—because the reason Jeff became an advocate is pretty beautiful.Available on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleSubscribe to our YouTube! @WhatTheEFPodcastFollow us on Instagram! @whattheefpodcast Join our email fam! whattheefpodcast.comBig thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for believing in our podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Time after time, the word “epilepsy” got in the way of Madeleine Khamnei’s dreams. What did she do about it? She kept getting back up (sometimes literally), creating new goals, and continues to kick ass at them. We unpack it all—the struggle of college, jobs, and dating. Our jaws are pretty much on the floor as Madeleine shares with us her secret to not let seizures determine her lifestyle.Subscribe to our YouTube channel! Follow us on Insta! @whattheefpodcast Join our email fam! whattheefpodcast.comAvailable on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleBig thanks to Neurelis and SK Life Science for helping make our dreams come true in creating What the EF! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lisa Lindahl is the inventor of the sports bra. ‘Nuff said. Lisa’s mom told her that epilepsy meant zero expectations of Lisa accomplishing anything. Instead, Lisa paved the way for female entrepreneurs and people living with epilepsy. We chatted with this icon about how much things have changed—and what still needs changing—in this inspiring episode.Check out Lisa's books and art! www.lisalindahl.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel! Follow us on Insta! @whattheefpodcast Join our email fam! whattheefpodcast.comAvailable on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleBig thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for helping us create change through this podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We chat with Trevon Sundiata Ferguson, a combat vet who was diagnosed with epilepsy in his 40s. He shares how he went from a “lightbulb that’s fading out” to the inspiring, motivational speaker—and the phenomenal athlete he is today. Available on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleFollow us on Insta! @whattheefpodcast Join our email fam! whattheefpodcast.com Subscribe to our YouTube! @WhatTheEFPodcastShout out to Neurelis and SK Life Science for helping us put these important convos out there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
After epilepsy made him go blind in college, John Bramblitt turned his sketching hobby into a painting career. (As one does.) But what surprised the hell out of us even more is John’s perspective on what it’s like living with both invisible and visible disabilities.Available on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleFollow us on Insta! @whattheefpodcast Join our email fam! whattheefpodcast.com Subscribe to our YouTube! @WhatTheEFPodcastBig thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for putting the B in our BBQ sauce! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As if moving to a new city isn’t hard enough, Elliott DeVore was diagnosed with epilepsy just months later. Then undiagnosed. Then maybediagnosed? We chat about the mind-numbing questions we all face. Like…do I even have it? Are these seizures or med side effects? Do I tell work or new friends or a date I have epilepsy? What the EF?? Available on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleFollow us on Insta! @whattheefpodcast Join our email fam! whattheefpodcast.comSubscribe to our YouTube! @WhatTheEFPodcast Big thanks to Neurelis and SK Life Science for helping us bring the 80s back! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From pageants to archery, Alison Appleby has refuted the idea of “can’t” over and over again. We chat with Alison about the hurdles and help—especially from her adorable service dog, Brady--she faced with epilepsy and why these inspired her to give back. She’d proving anything is paw-sible!Available on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleFollow us on Insta! @whattheefpodcastJoin our email fam! whattheefpodcast.comSubscribe to our YouTube! @WhatTheEFPodcastThank you SK Life Science and Neurelis, our fur-ever friends!Learn your rights on service dogs under the American Disabilities here.Epilepsy Fave of the Week: Milo & Me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We lowkey fangirled meeting Paige Figi—the legit pioneer of legalizing CBD for medical use. She turned her home into a haven for people trying to get CBD access in Colorado. Nowadays, she’s throwing out the first pitch at a Yankees game and fighting on the Hill for better regulatory practices. Available on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & Audible Follow us on Insta! @whattheefpodcast Join our email fam! whattheefpodcast.comSubscribe to our YouTube! @WhatTheEFPodcast That’s a wrap on Seizen 2! Thank you Neurelis and SK Life Science for supporting this podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We kick off Seizen 3 with Jennifer Reyes on her strategies for the awkward convos at work about seizures or needing accommodations (which are legally required but hard to ask for). Grab a pen because you’ll want to write these tips down!Available on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleFollow us on Instagram: @whattheefpodcastSubscribe to our newsletter here: whattheefpodcast.comBig thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for believing in our podcast!Fave of the week! 1:26 The Art of Epilepsy - Hidden TruthsUpcoming events: 9/30/23 - Boston; 11/11/23 - Newport BeachLearn more about Lexington Coaching! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode has the world’s best meet-cute and what dating with empathy looks like. Calling in from Scotland, Abby and Colin share their love story and how it feels being with someone who truly getsit.Available on your fave streaming platform: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, & AudibleHelp keep What the EF going!Follow on Instagram: @whattheefpodcastSubscribe on YouTube: @WhatTheEFPodcastGet the newsletter: whattheefpodcast.com Big thanks to Neurelis and SK Life Science for helping make dreams come true by supporting What the EF! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, we tackle an audience-requested topic: SUDEP. There are so many questions, and Dr. Kim Pargeon guides us through all of them.Available on your fave streaming services!YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, AudibleFaves of the Week are The Cameron Boyce Foundation and The Danny Did Foundation! Thank you for bringing awareness about SUDEP to our community!Help keep WTEF going!Follow us on Insta: @whattheefpodcastSubscribe to our YouTube channel: @WhatTheEFPodcastSign up for our newsletters: whattheefpodcast.com Big thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for believing in our podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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