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The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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The Hirschsprung’s Hour is the leading Hirschsprung’s show in the world. The condition effects 1 in 5000 babies in the UK and is present when the ganglion cells (nerves) fail to form in parts of the intestine. Tom Richard will bring you some of the most inspirational advocates with this condition, who are thriving in the world of sport, TV and modelling from around the world.

Hirschsprung’s disease affects 1 in 5000 babies in the UK, and affects the large bowel, where the ganglion cells do not form properly. The aim of these episodes is to showcase the incredible people, diagnosed with this condition, that have not let in stand in their way.

The Hirschsprung’s show aims to bring you some of the leading lights in Hirschsprung’s awareness – including models, actors and professional sportspeople, they will tell there amazing stories and highlight some of the outstanding achievements along the way.

Episodes

The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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Karen shares her 19-year-old son Kai’s journey with Hirschsprung’s, autism and ADHD as he explores a career. We discuss his passion for creative writing and his determination to succeed in the field.

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The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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Marathoner and Bloomberg CFO Mark Schulz joins to celebrate the podcast’s 2nd birthday, share his remarkable family history and discuss raising his 3-year-old son Remy with Total Colonic Hirschsprung’s.

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Professional doula and mom of four Tiffany Smith joins me to share her son’s Hirschsprung’s diagnosis, managing the condition without surgery, her reasons why and a look at potential stem cell therapies and future care.

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Gemma Carter bravely shares the story of her 11 month old son Rowan, as we delve into the often unspoken topic on parental mental health when it comes to having a child diagnosed with a complex medical condition.

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With no family history of Hirschsprung’s, Lillie Walizer shares her son’s 8-month journey. We discuss hospital life, navigating complex medical terms as well as passing time when it comes to surgery.

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The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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I continue me chat with Jess Harris (Pt2), as we take a greater deep dive into her life with Hirschsprung’s Disease. We discuss living with a stoma and the importance of having a community that understands this.

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