The Slow Road to Better

This podcast produced by members of the Stroke Comeback Center in Vienna, Virginia. In each episode our members share honest and uplifting stories of how they adapt to life after stroke and brain trauma, and what keeps them going on The Slow Road to Better.

Episode 163 - Never Say Never, right Tom?

In this episode Tom tells the Slow Road to Better crew about his experience with Wegovy and his weight loss journey. The crew talks about weight gain, their love of food and how their weight impacts their mood.

10-19
41:12

Episode 162 - When the World Starts to Spin

In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew talk about being dizzy, double vision and trying to determine what is happening! Yikes.

09-30
18:50

Episode 161 - Aphasia Toastmaster with Barry

In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew learn about Aphasia Toastmasters with Barry! All are welcome. A great way to meet aphasia warriors and work on communication skills.

08-26
46:23

Episode 160 - I hate rehab & what Christopher Gaskins, PhD and OT suggests you do about it

In this episode, the Slow Road to Better crew talk to Christopher Gaskins PhD, neuro OT and owner of Neurosuite about all things rehab...including what to do when you hate rehab!

07-22
45:14

Episode 159 - All things Aphasia with Maura Silverman

In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew talks to Maura Silverman about what the National Aphasia Association is, how we all can spread the word and how the NAA is here to help you!

06-20
51:43

Episode 158 - Supplements, sleep and research update with Dr. Peter Turkeltaub

In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew talk ALL things with Dr. Peter Turkeltaub. Save your money on those supplements and buy a good pillow. Listen in and that will make sense!

04-22
46:27

Episode 157 - Mushroom Coffee, TEMU and late night scrolling

In this episode, the Slow Road to Better crew talk about questionable purchases they made when scrolling through social media late at night. Buyer beware!

03-31
32:11

Episode 156 - Moving, Failure and Waxing

In this episode, the Slow Road to Better crew start off talking about energy and fatigue and somehow end up at waxing. It's quite the chat filled with amazing insight, honesty and humor. You'll be sorry if you don't listen in!

02-18
26:28

Episode 155 - Not what I expected!

In this episode, the Slow Road to Better crew is supposed to be introducing themselves, but instead we hear about the fire department, running out of gas and moving in a snowstorm!

01-23
20:28

Episode 154 - Looking back...

In this episode of the Slow Road to Better the crew talks about their accomplishments in 2024 and if they can do it, so can you!

12-30
14:07

Episode 153 - Weight Loss Drugs

In this episode the Slow Road to Better Crew talk about weight loss drugs and if they'd take them.

11-25
12:43

Episode 152 - Mind the Gap

In this episode, Erin talks about her trip on Amtrak to New York and the Slow Road to Better crew discuss travel.

11-03
27:00

Episode 151 - The good and the bad

In this episode Nikci updates the Slow Road to Better crew on a nasty fall (the bad) and Erin recaps her birthday including a very successful sip and paint evening (the good)!

10-01
12:28

Episode 150 - SpeechFlix

The Slow Road to Better crew was asked to try out and give feedback on SpeechFlix: Speech Therapy Videos for Adults. Hear their insights...the good, the bad and the random!

09-05
51:01

Episode 149 - Answers to Listener Questions

In the episode, the Slow Road to Better crew answer listener's questions!

08-20
29:28

Episode 148 - Aphasia Survivors to Thrivers

June is aphasia awareness month! In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew talk about what no one told them, what they think helps survivors become thrivers and randomly about showers! Go figure.

06-25
22:33

Episode 147 - Meet Nikci, Tom's drumming and a crew update

In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew gets to know Nikci and everyone gives an update on what's new in their life. Drums, donkeys, and more!

06-11
29:09

Episode 146 - Ways NOT to spend $25

In this episode, the Slow Road to Better crew talks about the best and worst ways to spend $25. They also ask for your support!

05-08
17:21

Episode 145 - Erin on Fox 5 DC - May 1 for Stroke Awareness Month

The Slow Road to Better crew talks about Erin's upcoming interview on Fox 5 DC to be aired May 1 starting at 8:30AM to kick off Stroke Awareness Month. Learn more about Erin's story and BE FAST!

04-30
10:33

Episode 144 - One reason you should really wear shoes!

In this episode the Slow Road to Better crew talks about NOT wearing shoes and AFOs. No members were hurt in the making of this podcast...except Tom...and he's mostly better now. An honest look at recovery and life.

04-22
17:19

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