Insights from recent episode analysis
Audience Interest
Podcast Focus
Publishing Consistency
Platform Reach
Insights are generated by CastFox AI using publicly available data, episode content, and proprietary models.
Most discussed topics
Brands & references
No brand mentions extracted.
Est. Listeners
Insufficient chart data. Estimates will improve as the show charts.
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
N/A🎙 Weekly cadence·28 episodes·Last published 7mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
N/A - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
N/A
Market Insights
Platform Distribution
Reach across major podcast platforms, updated hourly
Total Followers
—
Total Plays
—
Total Reviews
—
* Data sourced directly from platform APIs and aggregated hourly across all major podcast directories.
On the show
From 1 epsHost
Recent guests
No guests detected in recent episodes.
Recent episodes
Five Public Health Updates You Should Know
Nov 25, 2025
35m 08s
Hysterical Histories: Unhinged Medical Myths about Womens Bodies
Oct 27, 2025
35m 57s
My Experience with Chronic Illness
Aug 31, 2025
20m 12s
Forging Your Own Path While Being Chronically Ill with Hailey Hudson
Aug 31, 2025
41m 43s
Not Rare, Just Ignored: When Conditions Aren't on the Curriculum with Ada Port
Jun 18, 2025
55m 10s
Social Links & Contact
Official channels & resources
Official Website
Login
RSS Feed
Login
| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/25 |  Five Public Health Updates You Should Know✨ | public healthfederal spending+3 | — | — | — | public health updateshealthcare+3 | — | 35m 08s | |
| 10/27/25 | Hysterical Histories: Unhinged Medical Myths about Womens Bodies | Send a text Welcome to The Sick Gaze Podcast! In this episode, we time-travel through centuries of wild medical myths, questionable “treatments,” and deeply rooted biases that have shaped women’s healthcare as we know it. From the ancient idea of the “wandering womb” to Victorian “hysteria cures,” to the rise of douching ads and eugenics-fueled clitoridectomies, this episode dives into the bizarre and often horrifying ways women’s bodies have been misunderstood, medicalized, and controlled. W... | 35m 57s | ||||||
| 8/31/25 | My Experience with Chronic Illness | Send a text Hi everyone, and welcome to this quick episode. I wanted to take a moment to introduce myself and share some of my journey with chronic illness. I live with rheumatoid arthritis and hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, two conditions that have touched almost every part of my life. For me, illness hasn’t just been about navigating symptoms, treatments, or doctors’ offices. It’s been about confronting the larger systems of ableism and sexism that shape how people are seen, treated, a... | 20m 12s | ||||||
| 8/31/25 | Forging Your Own Path While Being Chronically Ill with Hailey Hudson | Send a text In this episode, I sit down with medical writer Hailey Hudson, who first began experiencing symptoms of hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome in her teens. By her twenties, her condition had progressed to the point where she could not eat without extreme pain, nausea, and fullness. She reflects on navigating a healthcare system that too often dismisses young women with GI issues as anxious teenagers rather than recognizing them as patients in need of genuine and urgent medical care. ... | 41m 43s | ||||||
| 6/18/25 | Not Rare, Just Ignored: When Conditions Aren't on the Curriculum with Ada Port | Send a text For years, Ada Port moved through the healthcare system without a diagnosis, despite living with persistent and life-altering symptoms. Without a clear explanation, it was difficult to speak about her experience, especially when her pain was often minimized or overlooked by providers. Amid her deteriorating health and the absence of a diagnosis, Ada felt lost and confused, like the foundation of her sense of self was shattered. Ada made a promise to herself: once she had ans... | 55m 10s | ||||||
| 4/23/25 | A Love Letter to the Chronically Ill With Erica Falco | Send a text In today's episode, I sit down with Erica Falco, a woman living in Long Island, NY, with multiple chronic illnesses that greatly affect her daily life, including endometriosis, hEDS, POTS, MCAS, and gastroparesis. In this inspiring and heartfelt discussion, Erica elucidates the importance of building a strong support system, citing patience and resilience as key components of her method of managing and healing from her chronic illnesses. She gives "a love letter to the undiagnosed... | 34m 00s | ||||||
| 3/1/25 | An Attack on Disability Rights: The Lawsuit Against Section 504 | Send a text In this episode of The Sick Gaze, Tayler Goectau and I, Molly Dickerson, break down the alarming lawsuit filed by 17 states against Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act—a crucial civil rights protection for disabled people. We discuss why 504 matters, how it impacts everyone (not just disabled folks), and the motivations behind this legal attack. More importantly, we explore the dangerous implications if this lawsuit succeeds and what we can do to fight back through collective ac... | 24m 20s | ||||||
| 2/21/25 | The Limbo of Dynamic Disability with Tayler Goectau | Send a text In the kickoff episode of Season 3 of the Sick Gaze, I sit down with Tayler Goectau. Tayler (she/her) is a young, thin, white woman with medium-length brown hair who is in her 20s and navigating life as a Deaf, Disabled, and Autistic woman. After experiencing neglect, medical gaslighting, and lack of access to quality healthcare and accessibility growing up, she is now a Disability and Accessibility Advocate through her online platform, @distaaybled. She is passionate about raisin... | 37m 33s | ||||||
| 2/17/25 | Connective Tissue Issues; hEDS & Chronic Illness with Amy Weintraub | Send a text In this episode of The Sick Gaze, Amy Weintraub shares how hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) has shaped much of her young adult life. She opens up about the difficulty of surgery after surgery as a young person, the emotional weight of adjusting expectations for both herself and those around her, and the challenges of navigating a healthcare system that often fails to listen to young women. From college struggles to self-advocacy, Amy’s story is one of resilience, adaptati... | 47m 08s | ||||||
| 2/6/25 | Hysteria, Harm, and Healthcare: The Legacy of Dismissing Women's Pain | Send a text Why is women’s pain so often dismissed, downplayed, or outright ignored? In this special episode of The Sick Gaze, I’m sharing an episode I co-hosted with Emily Currey for WHAT IFF: Intersectional Feminist Futures, where we dive into the long and troubling history of how women’s pain has been misunderstood and mistreated in medicine. The special guest of today's episode is Dr. Sandra Slater, a professor of history and sexuality studies at the College of Charleston. You'll remember... | 35m 34s | ||||||
Want analysis for the episodes below?Free for Pro Submit a request, we'll have your selected episodes analyzed within an hour. Free, at no cost to you, for Pro users. | |||||||||
| 1/14/25 | The Invisible Cycle: Bek Meyers' Journey with Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome | Send a text In this episode of The Sick Gaze, we sit down with Bek Meyers, a resilient nonbinary advocate navigating life with cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS), scoliosis, and frequent joint dislocations that Bek believes may be Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Bek shares their deeply personal journey, from the trauma of being dismissed during their first ER visit to the lasting impact of medical distrust and their avoidance of healthcare. We dive into the realities of living with a rare and under-resea... | 48m 48s | ||||||
| 1/4/25 | Being your own Patient Advocate as a Chronically Ill Woman with Alexis Bennett | Send a text In this episode of The Sick Gaze, we talk with Alexis Bennett, a biracial woman living with lupus in the South. Alexis shares her journey of navigating the complexities of chronic illness while advocating for herself in a healthcare system that often overlooks women of color and young people. From recognizing red flags in medical settings to finding her voice during appointments, Alexis offers insights on how she champions her own care. Together, we explore the intersections of id... | 53m 08s | ||||||
| 11/15/24 | Breaking the Stigma: Caitlin Edahl on Hashimoto's, Graves, and Embracing Self-Care | Send a text In this episode of The Sick Gaze, Caitlin Edahl shares her journey of living with Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease and how it’s reshaped her understanding of health and self-care. Caitlin reflects on how when she was growing up, she internalized societal stigmas around needing help and viewed illness as something that happened to “other” people. Growing up with a home-remedy, Christian background where conversations about sickness weren't common and the belief in self-reliance was ... | 39m 37s | ||||||
| 11/8/24 | Dynamic Disability & Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome with MM Kibby | Send a text In this episode, we sit down with MM Kibby, a non-binary college student navigating life with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) in Charleston, SC. MM shares the unique challenges they face on campus as someone who uses mobility aids, exploring the concept of dynamic disability. Dynamic disability refers to a condition that can fluctuate in visibility and impact, meaning that some da... | 1h 08m 34s | ||||||
| 11/1/24 | Chronic Illness, Healthcare Biases, and Medical Gaslighting with Shyla Hernandez | Send a text In this episode of The Sick Gaze Podcast, I sit down with Shyla Hernandez, a 21-year-old Hispanic woman navigating life with an undiagnosed neuromuscular condition that brings stroke-like symptoms: mobility challenges, gastrointestinal issues, cognitive difficulties, and more. Shyla shares her journey through the healthcare system in Florence, where she faces repeated dismissal, often seen as just a "young, anxious woman." Together, we explore the challenges she faces not only due... | 51m 25s | ||||||
| 10/25/24 | College Life, Chronic Illness, and Keeping On with Lindsay Wasserman | Send a text In this episode of The Sick Gaze, I sit down with Lindsay Wasserman, a resilient 19-year-old navigating life with erythromelalgia and hypermobility. Lindsay shares her experiences as a college student managing chronic pain and physical limitations, all while striving for the “normal” college experience. She highlights the power of meaningful friendships, discussing how friends, even if they don’t fully understand her pain, can learn to recognize and respond to her needs in challen... | 28m 05s | ||||||
| 9/15/24 | Hard Truths about Chronic Illness, Vulnerability, and Escaping the Victim Mindset with Dr. Sandra Slater | Send a text YOUR CHRONIC ILLNESS FAIRY GODMOTHER HAS ARRIVED!!!!! In one of the most REAL episodes yet, I sit down with Dr. Sandra Slater, a professor of history and sexuality studies at the College of Charleston living with a variety of genetic chronic illnesses that have affected her throughout her whole life. Sandra shares her deeply personal story with many painful conditions, outlining her diagnosis of polycystic ovarian syndrome as a teenager when she showed up to the doctors office wit... | 58m 40s | ||||||
| 9/1/24 | You Never Know What Someone Might Be Going Through; Chronic Illness with Ezri Burton | Send a text WELCOME TO THE FIRST EPISODE OF SEASON 2 OF THE SICK GAZE!!! So glad you're still here! In our kickoff episode of the new season, we are joined by Ezri Burton, a 19 year old woman living with vasovagal syncope and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, AKA POTS. Ezri shares her story of going from "gym girl" to living with condition that prevents her from being able to run a mile without nearly (or actually) passing out, and how she's been able to reclaim that athlete identity... | 38m 40s | ||||||
| 6/23/24 | Listen, Listen, Listen to the Patient with Juliet Hawkins | Send a text In this powerful TENTH EPISODE (woot woot) of the Sick Gaze Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Juliet Hawkins for an illuminating discussion on living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, POTS, and mast cell activation syndrome. As both a CV nurse and a patient with chronic illnesses, Juliet offers a unique and valuable perspective on the critical importance of self-advocacy in healthcare. We explore the value of strong friendships while dealing with chronic conditions, highlig... | 28m 17s | ||||||
| 6/1/24 | The Truth about Endometriosis: Medical Misinformation with Amy Lainhoff | Send a text On today's episode of The Sick Gaze Podcast, we delve into the complex and often misunderstood world of endometriosis. Joining me today is the knowledgeable and resilient Endometriosis warrior, Amy Lainhoff, a 41 year old woman living in Charleston. Together, we uncover the pervasive medical misinformation surrounding this wildly under-researched and underfunded chronic condition. Amy shares her expertise and personal experiences, shedding light on the realities of living with end... | 57m 20s | ||||||
| 5/24/24 | Heart Rates and Hurdles: Navigating College with POTS with Elise Mclain | Send a text In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the intricate realities of living with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) as a college student. Our guest today, Elise Mclain, grapples with the daily intricacies of this unseen illness, sharing her journey through fluctuating heart rates, tachycardia, palpitations, and the persistent anxiety of discerning POTS symptoms from potentially life-threatening events. We unravel the emotional and physical toll of managi... | 47m 03s | ||||||
| 5/19/24 | Good or Bad... Who's to Say? Perspectives on Chronic Illness with Chardonnay and Dan Brown | Send a text Get ready for a no-holds-barred episode of The Sick Gaze! This time, I'm sitting down with the incredible Chardonnay Brown, a 37-year-old woman living with endometriosis, hypermobile ehlers-danlos syndrome, interstitial cystitis, pelvic floor dysfunction, and a whole cocktail of chronic conditions. And joining her for the ride is her awesome husband, Dan Brown. Chardonnay doesn’t shy away from the tough stuff. With her signature blend of humor and rawness, she dives into the nitty... | 1h 02m 39s | ||||||
| 5/7/24 | Hear Black Women! on Chronic Pain with Stephanie Pittman | Send a text In this episode of the Sick Gaze Podcast, I sit down with Stephanie Pittman, a 40 year old woman living with ankylosing spondylitis. A revolutionary and telling episode, Stephanie and I closely examine power dynamics influencing the patient-doctor relationship that limit space for openness, transparency, and healing. Stephanie's intelligence and vulnerability shines light on the damaging effects of racist and sexist medical stigmatizing on patient self-esteem. Quote Stephani... | 42m 06s | ||||||
| 5/6/24 | Adjusting Expectations: Life with Chronic Illness with Olivia Higdon | Send a text In this episode of the Sick Gaze, Olivia and I discuss all types of relationships, from partners to employers to physicians, and the benefits and trials of navigating each when factoring in chronic illness. We discuss medical dismissal and invalidation, and how to still hold on to hope. Olivias lighthearted sense of humor and heartwarming candor makes this episode a great one! Please enjoy. Take care of your spoons! If you're interested in being interviewed for this podc... | 49m 34s | ||||||
| 3/22/24 | "Race, Class, Gender, Ability: You Cannot Separate Them" - Managing Lupus with Diane Carroll | Send a text On this episode of the Sick Gaze, with special guest Diane Carroll, we dive deep into the complexities of chronic illness. We dissect what it means to live a "normal" life, allowing us to take a closer look at how often we define ourselves by what we do, not who we are. Referencing her experiences with lupus, Diane graciously and hilariously guides us through self-acceptance and embracing the diversity of rich lived experiences. Diane shares the deep challenges of living with lupu... | 41m 22s | ||||||
Showing 25 of 28
Pitch Fit is a Pro feature
See how bookable this show is for guests, which brands already advertise, the per-episode ad value, and the best-fit guest and sponsor profile. The numbers are blurred on the free plan.
How readily this show books outside guests like you.
How proven this show is for host-read sponsorships.
For Guests
ProFor Advertisers
ProUpgrade to Pro to unlock guest cadence, sponsor categories, fit scores, and per-episode ad value for this show.