Just your basic young adults navigating life with chronic illnesses. Join warriors, Bri & Beka, as they discuss life with a chronic illness, share their personal stories, and chat with other warriors. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on instagram @thosegirlswitharthritis. Don't forget to subscribe, so you won't miss an episode! Disclaimer: Those Girls with Arthritis was created by two friends ho ...
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Procrastination Pains: Overcoming the Urge to Put Things Off
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Send us a Text Message. In this week’s episode we talk about our real-life struggles of managing procrastination when living with arthritis and other chronic illnesses. Pain and fatigue can make it hard to stay motivated with daily tasks, keeping a routine with your appointments and breaking through the mental battle of procrastination. We encourag…
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100 Episodes, 1 Epic Takeover
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Send us a Text Message. In this milestone episode, we’re mixing things up as our incredible husbands take over the hosting roles and grab the mics. Don’t miss this special takeover—come celebrate our 100th episode with us! A big thank you to Max and Michael for joining us. We can’t wait to have you both back on the podcast for episode 200! We encou…
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Those Girls and Their Dads
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Send us a Text Message. It took over a year of planning, but we finally were able to get both of our dads to join us for a special podcast episode! They share what it was like during the early days of each of our childhood diagnosis, how it felt watching us grow up with arthritis, some advice for dad's currently raising warriors, and some other hea…
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Chicks with Spoons Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. It is about that time for another “Chicks with Spoons” episode! For this segment, Bri & Beka bring back some of the Arthritis Warriors that we had interviewed for a Warrior Wednesday episode. This episode’s special guests are Julie, Kara, and Meaghan. During the episode we talk about 2 hot topics: managing fatigue and planni…
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Warrior Wednesday with AK
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Send us a Text Message. Bri & Beka host another episode of their “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week are joined by guest, AK, a fellow arthritis warrior. AK shares her story and we discuss the world of adaptive sports and sit-skiing. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis…
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Finding Your Voice and Advocating for Your Needs
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Send us a Text Message. In this week’s episode, Bri and Beka open up about their personal journeys of self-advocacy. They've discovered that advocating for yourself is a unique process that varies from person to person and situation to situation. Tune in to hear from These Girls as they share how they've found their voices and continue to learn and…
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Girls Just Wanna Have Hobbies
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Send us a Text Message. Last week on Instagram Bri & Beka asked their followers what hobbies and activities they love to do that might help their arthritis OR are arthritis friendly. On this week's episode they share some of these suggestions and some summer fun activities! We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebo…
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TTSD (The Tortured Spoonies Department)
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Send us a Text Message. After a little break after a crazy few weeks, Bri and Beka are back! In this week’s episode, those girls give an update on what has been going on in their lives and also talk about The Tortured Poets Department album and how certain songs relate to their chronic illness. We encourage you to get social with us on social media…
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Send us a Text Message. Springtime is here! In this week's episode, Bri & Beka talk all about how they are getting rid of their winter slump and swinging into the springtime with some spring cleaning (both literally and figuratively). We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, a…
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Warrior Wednesday with Kate Stepnick
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Send us a Text Message. Bri & Beka host another episode of their “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week are joined by guest, Kate, a fellow arthritis warrior. Kate was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis at age 3. On this episode she shares her experience growing up with arthritis, how her career landed her at Camp Victory, and her experience with …
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Send us a Text Message. It's World JA Day!! Both Bri and Beka were diagnosed with forms of juvenile arthritis as children. On this episode they want to share some things that have helped them feel stronger than JA. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on i…
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Send us a Text Message. Over the years we have connected with a lot of family members of spoonies and arthritis warriors and time and time again we have been asked, "what's the best way to support someone with arthritis/chronic illness?". We try our best to break it down in this episode, although we understand that one size does not fit all! We enc…
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Those Girls with Arthritis Dating Game
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Send us a Text Message. Dating with arthritis adds a whole new layer to an already sometimes stressful situation. In this fun episode Bri and Beka share different dating scenarios and what they would do if they were in that situation. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, a…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Bri & Beka catch up on life and talk about their favorite things from the last 3 years of podcasting. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on instagram @thosegirlswitharthritis. Send your questions to us on Instagram…
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The Things We Don't Talk About Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. One of the most popular episodes from 2023 was the “Things We Don’t Talk About”, so Bri & Beka had to do a part 2! During this episode, Those Girls continue to share their experiences on topics that are not commonly talked about when living with a chronic illness. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by lik…
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What To Do With Your Spoons
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Send us a Text Message. Have you heard of the spoon theory?! In this episode, Bri & Beka talk all about the theory, and also share their insight on how they manage their spoons. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on instagram @thosegirlswitharthritis. Se…
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Send us a Text Message. 3, 2, 1... Happy New Year! On this episode Bri and Beka look back on podcasting in 2023 and look ahead to 2024. They share their 2024 "ins and outs" and how they like to kick off a new year. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on i…
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Send us a Text Message. This week we have a VERY special episode - our inaugural “Chicks with Spoons” episode! For this segment, Bri & Beka wanted to bring back some of the Arthritis Warriors that we had recently interviewed for a Warrior Wednesday episode. This episode’s special guests are Kara and Julie. During the episode, Kara and Julie share a…
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Jinglin' Through the Holidays!
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Send us a Text Message. This week, Bri & Beka give an update on their Jingle Bell Run experiences. Bri was the chair for the Tampa Bay Jingle Bell Run, and shares all about how she got involved with on her local committee and grew into this leadership role. Bri & Beka also talk about their plans for the holiday season! We encourage you to get socia…
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Warrior Wednesday with Kara Moates (Ellanora Moates)
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Send us a Text Message. Bri hosts another episode of our “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week is joined by guest, Kara Moates. Kara is the Mom to Ellanora, a SJIA Warrior. Ellanora is 5 years old and is battling this disease with grace and strength. She loves swimming, aerial yoga, and dance classes, and we are honored to share her story. Ellan…
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Thankful Reflections on Life with Juvenile Arthritis
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Send us a Text Message. With a combined 33+ years living with juvenile arthritis, Bri and Beka have managed a lot of fears and crossroads with this disease. We understand how hard it is as a kid with JA to feel like your whole world is crashing in. So on this episode we wanted to share what some of our biggest fears were about our futures with JA a…
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Wishes from Arthritis Warriors
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Send us a Text Message. On this week's podcast episode, Bri & Beka read wishes from fellow warriors on what they want others to know about arthritis. These wishes came from those who commented on our World Arthritis Day post on Instagram and Facebook. Thank you to those who shared their wishes to help educate others on arthritis. We encourage you t…
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Happy World Arthritis Day!
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Send us a Text Message. Did you know that October 12th is recognized as World Arthritis Day!? Arthritis affects the daily lives of over 60 million Americans and 300,000 children. Bri & Beka talk about what World Arthritis Day means to them, and also share ideas on what you can do for World Arthritis Day! We encourage you to get social with us on so…
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Warrior Wednesday with Lauren Postelnek
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Send us a Text Message. Bri & Beka host another episode of their “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week are joined by guest, Lauren Postelnek, a fellow Arthritis warrior. Lauren was diagnosed at the age of 4 with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Now at the age of 22, Lauren is in graduate school and learning how to balance life with arthritis. List…
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Send us a Text Message. It’s been a few weeks since the last episode, so let’s catch up! Hear all about what Bri & Beka have been up to. From medicine and routine updates, to rapid fire questions about what arthritis friendly items they like around their houses, Those Girls are back for a new episode! We encourage you to get social with us on socia…
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Send us a Text Message. We've talked about flares, we've talked about it being okay to not be okay, but what about when things are OKAY or dare we say, normal? We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on instagram @thosegirlswitharthritis. Send your questions …
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Advice for Chronic Illness Regulars
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Send us a Text Message. How do you give advice to people when they have heard it all? Bri & Beka share some advice and stories specifically to those chronic illness regulars who have been diagnosed for many years. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on in…
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Send us a Text Message. Bri and Beka are back behind the mics! Hear from Those Girls as they share their experiences from JA Family Summit’s Keynote speech and also talk about their routines and setting realistic goals. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us…
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How Do You Describe Your Arthritis Journey? // JA Family Summit Keynote
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Send us a Text Message. Last week Bri & Beka gave their first ever keynote presentation at JA Family Summit. During their presentation they got deep; sharing some of their deepest emotions and experiences living with juvenile arthritis. For the full live video check our Instagram, a professional recording will be available in the coming months. We …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Bri and Beka talk about their plans for traveling to JA Family Summit and some advice for traveling with arthritis and other chronic illnesses. Who knew packing could be such a chore?! We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and followi…
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Send us a Text Message. Did you know July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month? An estimated number of 300,000 kids are affected in the US from a form of arthritis. Many people might know that statistic. But, what some people don’t always talk about is the emotions tied with getting diagnosed with JA. This week’s episode, hear from Bri & Beka as t…
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Flares, Flares, Flares pt 3
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Send us a Text Message. Flares, Flares, Flares - if you know, you know. Having a chronic illness, flares are not uncommon and can be different for everyone. How do you get through a flare? Do you have any advice for others? Hear from Bri & Beka on their experiences with flares. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Fa…
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Warrior Wednesday with Christa: A Dive into Aqua Fitness
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Send us a Text Message. Bri & Beka host another episode of their “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week are joined by guest, Christa Fairbrother, a fellow chronic illness warrior and water yoga coach and trainer. In this episode Christa shares her journey being diagnosed with Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD). She also shares the science beh…
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Those Girls and Their Moms
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Send us a Text Message. In honor of Mother’s Day, we asked our moms to come on the podcast! Starting from the beginning of our journeys they share what it was like advocating for us as kids with growing up with arthritis, some advice for mom's currently raising warriors, and some other heartfelt words. Big thanks to Brenda and Kriss for taking the …
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Warrior Wednesday with Meaghan
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Send us a Text Message. Bri & Beka host another episode of their “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week are joined by guest, Meaghan, a fellow chronic illness warrior and friend. Meaghan was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic (rheumatoid) Arthritis at the age of 2 and later at the age of 26 was diagnosed with Psoriatic Arthritis. Meaghan also rec…
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What Warriors Want You to Know About Arthritis
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Send us a Text Message. This week we asked fellow warriors, "What do you wish others knew about life with arthritis". We received so many responses and on this episode shared some of them with all of you. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on instagram @…
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Warrior Wednesday with Allison Holland
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Send us a Text Message. Bri hosts another episode of the “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week is joined by guest, Allison, a fellow chronic illness warrior. Allison is a 19 year old nursing student living with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Art…
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Putting Yourself in Other’s Shoes
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Send us a Text Message. Bri and Beka are back! This week we shared an update on what we have been up to including all the details about Soiree by the Bay in Tampa. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on instagram @thosegirlswitharthritis. Send your questi…
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Warrior Wednesday with Lia Prato
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Send us a Text Message. Bri & Beka host another episode of their “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week are joined by guest, Lia Prato, a fellow chronic illness warrior. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on instagram @thosegirlswitharthritis. Send you…
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Send us a Text Message. During this week's epsiode, Beka goes solo on the podcast to answer some questions from listeners! From making friends in college to advice on how to share your diagnosis with others, Beka shares her thoughts with you all. Special thank you to everyone who submitted questions on our Instagram for this week's epsiode! We enco…
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Warrior Wednesday with Bria Brade
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Send us a Text Message. Bri & Beka host another episode of their “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week are joined by guest, Bria Brade, a fellow chronic illness warrior. It's not often we get someone so newly diagnosed willing to share their experience so far. Big thanks to Bria for sharing with us! We encourage you to get social with us on soci…
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Make Your Life Easier... Is that a thing?
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Send us a Text Message. This week on the podcast, Bri and Beka talk about little things they do to make life easier with arthritis. But as always, they don't sugarcoat it. Sometimes you just can't get around the bad days and curveballs and that's okay. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls …
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Warrior Wednesday with Brianna Ramos
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Send us a Text Message. In honor of our two year podcast anniversary, this week's Warrior Wednesday is focused on Bri and her diagnosis story. Bri was diagnosed with Mixed Connective Tissue Disease in middle school and has been living with arthritis for over 1o years. Hear from her as she jumps into the guest seat for this week's episode! We encour…
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Warrior Wednesday with Beka Nicola
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Send us a Text Message. In honor of our two year podcast anniversary, this week's Warrior Wednesday is focused on Beka and her diagnosis story. Beka was diagnosed with JRA in elementary school and has been living with arthritis for 20 plus years. Hear from her as she jumps into the guest seat for this week's episode! We encourage you to get social …
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Warrior Wednesday with Ashley Nicole | RA Warrior Fitness
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Send us a Text Message. Bri hosted another episode of the “Warrior Wednesday” series and this week was joined by guest, Coach Ashley Nicole, a fellow chronic illness warrior. Ashley gave some advice for those looking to add movement into their life and shared a little about her own journey with rheumatoid arthritis. Be sure to follow Ashley on inst…
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The Things We Don’t Talk About
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Send us a Text Message. Living with a chronic illness can take an emotional, mental and physical toll on your body. Bri & Beka open up and share their experiences on topics that are not commonly talked about when living with a chronic illness. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arth…
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Send us a Text Message. This week Bri went solo on the podcast to answer some questions from listeners! From seeing a new rheumatologist, dealing with fatigue, and managing this roller coaster life Bri shares her inside scoop with all of you. We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthr…
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Send us a Text Message. Happy New Year from Bri and Beka! In this week's episode, Those Girls talk all about their 2023 aspirations. They share their podcast goals for the new year, and also share some personal goals too. Together, let's make this year a great one! We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, …
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Holiday Wishes and Jingle Bell Run Recap
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Send us a Text Message. Bri & Beka wish you a happy holiday season! Those girls shared a recap from both the Atlanta and Tampa Bay Jingle Bell Run events and also share some holiday wishes to all! We encourage you to get social with us on social media by liking our Facebook page, “Those Girls with Arthritis”, and following us on instagram @thosegir…
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Holiday Gift Guide with Those Girls with Arthritis
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Send us a Text Message. 'Tis the season to be jolly! In this episode, Bri & Beka chat about their holiday prepping and what they are looking forward to this holiday season. They also share the first Those Girls with Arthritis Holiday Gift Guide of their favorite arthritis friendly holiday gifts and stocking stuffers. We encourage you to get social …
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