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🔥 Welcome to the HS Brotherhood Podcast 🔥

Hosted by Joey Torre & Parish Armstead

👊 Real Talk. Raw Stories. Unbreakable Brotherhood.

Living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) as a man can feel isolating—but it doesn’t have to. Join Joey Torre (HS advocate and resilience coach) and Parish Armstead (patient warrior and community builder) as they smash the stigma around men’s health and HS. 


What You’ll Hear:
âś… No-BS Conversations: From flare-ups to fatherhood, mental health to manhood myths.
âś… Expert Insights: Dermatologists, therapists, and researchers break down treatments and hope.
✅ Brotherhood Wins: Stories of men thriving with HS—in the gym, at work, and beyond.
✅ Your Voice: Listener Q&As, shoutouts, and uncensored lived experiences. 


Why Listen?

  • “We’re not just surviving HS—we’re rewriting what it means to be strong.”
  • For guys tired of silent suffering: This is your mic drop moment.

🎧 Subscribe now on [Apple Podcasts/Spotify/etc.] and join the tribe that’s turning pain into power. 


New episodes drop every Tuesday. Tag a brother who needs this crew. đź’Ş






17 Episodes
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In this powerful season finale of HS Brotherhood, hosts Parish and Joey sit down for one of their most honest conversations yet—opening up about how they each found their way into advocacy, what pushed them to share their HS stories publicly, and how their friendship has become a defining force in their lives and in the men’s HS community. Brotherhood Advocacy Together, they reflect on the moments that changed everything: • Joey battling fear and stigma before finally hitting “pu...
In this powerful and deeply honest episode of HS Brotherhood, hosts Parish and Joey sit down with Dr. Katelyn Baker for a conversation that every man needs to hear. Recorded during Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, this crossover-style episode dives into the emotional realities men face—especially those living with HS—around identity, relationships, vulnerability, and self-worth. The guys open up about the challenges of maintaining mental well-being, the pressure to “be strong,” and the li...
In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode of HS Brotherhood, hosts Parish and Joey dive deep into what true friendship — and true brotherhood — actually means when you’re living with HS. Using their own stories of losing friendships, gaining real ones, outgrowing old habits, and learning how to build healthier connections, they unpack the emotional reality many men with chronic illness silently navigate. Parish and Joey also share personal stories of the people who did show up — the ones who ...
In this unfiltered episode of HS Brotherhood, hosts Parish and Joey dive into some of the biggest misconceptions, myths, and home remedies circulating in the HS community — especially those that impact men. From the false belief that HS is caused by weight, to the widespread (and damaging) idea that HS only affects women, the guys break down what the science actually says and share real-life experiences of living with HS as men. They also tackle home remedies head-on — the helpful, the questi...
In Season 2, Episode 6 of HS Brotherhood, hosts Parish and Joey get real about what it means to be an HS warrior both in and out of the workforce. This honest, vulnerable, and deeply relatable conversation explores the challenges men face when trying to balance chronic illness, work responsibilities, financial pressures, and personal identity. Joey shares what it’s like to continue working full-time while managing unpredictable HS flares, the mental load of staying focused in a public safety ...
Parish and Joey join Brindley and Cyd for a deep, unfiltered conversation about what it means to be a man living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa. This crossover episode pulls back the curtain on the experiences most men carry silently—including the pressures of dating, showing up in relationships, managing health setbacks, and redefining what strength really looks like. Inside this conversation, they dive into: • The truth about dating with HS and deciding when to disclose • Intimac...
Joey and Parish take listeners back to where it all started — the origins of The HS Brotherhood. From a simple idea sparked during an HS advocacy project to a thriving community of men supporting one another through honesty, humor, and healing, the brothers reflect on how this space came to life. They share the real story behind the vision — from Joey’s early dream of reaching men through barbershop talks to the creation of a safe, judgment-free community where men with Hidradenitis Suppurati...
In this powerful episode of the HS Brotherhood, hosts Joey and Parish sit down with Barry from Ireland — a man whose decades-long journey with hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) reveals the pain, misdiagnoses, and perseverance it takes to find answers. Barry shares how he went nearly 20 years without a proper diagnosis, enduring countless surgeries and stigma, before discovering not only his condition but his purpose as an advocate. Together, they discuss resilience, the evolution of treatment, an...
In Season 2, Episode 2 of The Brotherhood Podcast, hosts Parrish and Joey step into the kitchen with special guest Cristina, a nutritionist, chef, cookbook author, and HS warrior who brings her full story — and a full meal — to the table. This episode blends cooking, conversation, and real-world education as Cristina teaches the guys how to make a creamy, dairy-free, HS-friendly creamy crab chicken served over garlic cauliflower mash. Along the way, she breaks down the science of anti-inflam...
Welcome to Season 2, Episode 1 of HS Brotherhood! Your hosts Joey Torre and Parish Armstead are back and kicking off this season with a powerful conversation you won’t want to miss. This week, they’re joined by Stacey Haines, Patient Outreach and Social Media Manager at Rare Patient Voice — a company dedicated to empowering patients and caregivers from rare disease communities to make their voices heard. In this episode: Stacey opens up about her personal journey — from caregiver to p...
🎙️ HS Brotherhood Podcast | Episode 7: Mario Otero’s Journey with Clinical Trials Join us for an inspiring conversation with Mario Otero (follow him on TikTok @motero8111 or Instagram @bama_mario) as he shares his courageous journey participating in clinical trials for Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS). In this powerful episode, Mario opens up about the challenges, breakthroughs, and hope he found while contributing to advancements in HS treatment. As an advocate and warrior, Mario’...
Hey fam! 💪 This episode is for anyone who’s ever side-eyed a treadmill or panicked about gym flares. Joey and Parish get REAL about their fitness journeys with HS. For HS-friendly exercises, check out HS Connect's Healing Space at hsconnect.org/healingspace. This podcast was made possible by Moonlake.
In this deeply personal and empowering episode of The Brotherhood Podcast, Joey and Parish sit down for a candid, unfiltered conversation about body positivity, self-acceptance, and the lifelong journey of redefining their self-image. This podcast was made possible by Moonlake.
In this compelling episode of The Brotherhood Podcast, hosts Joey and Parish dive deep into a topic close to their hearts—fatherhood. Join us as they candidly discuss how living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) has shaped their perspectives on becoming fathers and raising children. Subscribe to stay updated on upcoming episodes exploring various aspects of life, brotherhood, and living with HS. This podcast was made possible by Moonlake.
In this raw and deeply personal episode, Joey and Parish peel back the layers of living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) to confront the silent battle so many warriors face: mental health. From the isolation of flare-ups to the crushing weight of stigma, they share their own journeys through depression, anxiety, and moments when hope felt out of reach. Trigger Warning: This episode contains candid discussions about mental health struggles, including mentions of suicidal ideation. List...
Join hosts Joey Torre and Parish Armstead for a raw, unfiltered conversation about navigating life with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) as men in a world that often misunderstands chronic illness. In this deeply personal episode, Parish opens up about: The early struggles of getting diagnosed and feeling isolated. Breaking the stigma of HS in male communities. How he transformed frustration into advocacy—and what keeps him fighting.💬 Join the Brotherhood: Have a question or stor...
In the premiere episode of the Brotherhood Podcast, Parish and Joey dive deep into Joey's inspiring journey living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa. Joey opens up about his personal experiences and the challenges he's faced. From navigating the complexities of daily life to seeking support from family and friends, Joey’s candid storytelling highlights the emotional and physical aspects of living with this chronic condition. Follow on your favorite podcast platform so you don’t miss the...
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