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The Meningioma Cast is a personal podcast hosted by a brain tumor survivor who shares what life is really like after a meningioma diagnosis. Each episode is a raw and honest look at recovery, rebuilding after treatment, and the emotional and practical challenges that patients are rarely prepared for. The show is aimed at brain tumor warriors, cancer fighters, and their families and friends. It also points listeners to a Patreon page for support.
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What if it's Cancer? The Reality of Scanxiety! 21.10.2026 39mWhat If It's Cancer? The Reality of ScanxietyBrain tumor anxiety doesn't end when the surgery is over. Sometimes the hardest part is waiting for the next scan.In Season 3, Episode 5 of The Meningioma Cast, host David shares the emotional reality of living with a brain tumor diagnosis, facing another MRI, and confronting the terrifying question: What if it's cancer?From scanxiety and the fear of a cancer diagnosis to the emotional roller coaster of follow-up imaging, uncertain test results, and life after brain surgery, this episode explores what happens when your health refuses to give you peace of mind.Whether you're living with a meningioma, recovering from a craniotomy, navigating a brain tumor diagnosis, or supporting someone through their medical journey, you're not alone.The Meningioma Cast is a personal, unfiltered podcast about brain tumors, recovery, medical uncertainty, mental health, and finding humor and hope when life gets complicated.Have a brain tumor story to share? We'd love to hear from you. Send your questions, experiences, or ideas for future episodes to:Email: [email protected], follow, and share The Meningioma Cast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube Podcasts. Give me a review and vote up!Everyone has a story. This one is mine.#BrainTumor #Scanxiety #Meningioma #BrainTumorAwareness #BrainSurgery #MRIAnxiety #BrainTumorSurvivor #TheMeningiomaCast -
Who was I before my Brain Tumor? Life after brain surgery & losing your old self. 16.10.2026 37mWho were you before your brain tumor? And what happens when the person you used to be isn't quite the person you are today?A brain tumor doesn't just change your medical history. It can change your relationships, your career, your confidence, your priorities, and the way you see yourself.But here's something nobody really prepares you for: What happens when you survive brain surgery, but you're still trying to figure out who you are afterward?In Season 3, Episode 4 of The Meningiomacast, we're getting personal.I'm talking about life before my meningioma diagnosis, undergoing a craniotomy, and navigating the complicated reality of life after brain tumor surgery. We'll explore the emotional side of brain tumor recovery, changes in identity, the frustration of invisible struggles, and what it feels like when the world expects you to return to normal.We'll also talk about the things I've lost, the things I've gained, and whether getting back to the old me is even the goal anymore.And here's what makes The Meningiomacast different.This isn't your typical medical podcast.We're not sitting around reading clinical studies or pretending every day is an inspirational journey filled with rainbows and happy endings.This is real life. Real experiences. Real talk.Sometimes it's funny. Sometimes it's uncomfortable. Sometimes it's downright frustrating. And sometimes we're going to talk about things that people would rather sweep under the rug.We're talking about the realities of living with a meningioma, brain surgery recovery, mental health, personality changes, relationships, working after a craniotomy, and the emotional challenges of being a brain tumor survivor.No sugarcoating. No pretending we've got everything figured out.Just an honest conversation about surviving, adapting, and occasionally wondering what the hell happened to the life we had planned.Whether you're living with a meningioma, recovering from brain surgery, supporting someone with a brain tumor, or dealing with your own life-changing medical diagnosis, there's a place for you here.Because surviving is one thing. Figuring out how to live afterward is something else entirely.And you don't have to figure it all out alone.Have you experienced changes in your personality, identity, relationships, or outlook on life after a brain tumor diagnosis or craniotomy?Are you struggling to explain to others why you're not quite the same person you were before?I want to hear your story.📧 Email: [email protected] your experiences, ask questions, suggest future episode topics, or just reach out. This podcast isn't just about my journey. It's about connecting with people who understand what living through something like this actually means.And if you're new to The Meningiomacast, consider starting with Season 1, Episode 1 to hear how this whole journey began.Everyone has a story. This one is mine.#TheMeningiomacast #Meningioma #BrainTumor #BrainTumorSurvivor #BrainTumorAwareness #BrainSurgery #Craniotomy #LifeAfterBrainSurgery #BrainTumorRecovery #MeningiomaSurvivor #BrainTumorSupport #BrainTumorJourney #LifeAfterCraniotomy #InvisibleDisabilities #BrainInjuryRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #SurvivorStories #PatientStories #LivingWithMeningioma #BrainTumorCommunity #LifeAfterDiagnosis #IdentityAfterIllness #RealTalk -
Working After a Craniotomy: Returning to Work With a Meningioma 07.10.2026 42mWhat is it really like to work with a meningioma, recover from brain surgery, and try to return to a normal work life after a craniotomy?In this episode of The Meningioma Cast, I talk about working while living with a meningioma, returning to work after brain tumor surgery, and the physical, mental, and emotional realities that can follow a craniotomy. We get into recovery, fatigue, concentration, confidence, neurological changes, stress, identity, and the strange experience of trying to function professionally while your brain and body are still adjusting.This episode is for anyone dealing with a meningioma diagnosis, brain tumor, craniotomy recovery, brain surgery recovery, returning to work after brain surgery, working with a brain tumor, neurological symptoms, or the long process of rebuilding life after surgery.I also talk about the things people do not always warn you about: the pressure to feel “normal,” the uncertainty around what you can handle, the fear of setbacks, the frustration of fatigue, and the challenge of balancing work, health, family, and recovery.If you are living with a meningioma, preparing for surgery, recovering from a craniotomy, returning to work, supporting someone with a brain tumor, or trying to understand what life after brain surgery can actually look like, this episode is for you.The Meningioma Cast is a podcast about meningioma diagnosis, brain tumors, craniotomy recovery, brain surgery, MRI scans, neurological symptoms, treatment, survivorship, work, family, mental health, recovery, disability, and life after a brain tumor.Real stories. Real recovery. Real life after meningioma.Everyone has a story. This one is mine.Contact the show: [email protected] -
Brain Tumor Battles 30.09.2026 37mSeason 3, Episode 2: Brain Tumor BattlesThis week on The Meningioma Cast, I’m talking about some new developments in my health, including recent CT chest scans, new medical information, follow-up questions, and what happens when life decides one medical storyline apparently isn’t enough.But don’t worry. This episode is not 35 minutes of me staring dramatically out a rainy window.There’s been a lot of good since the last episode too.We’re talking about the weird balance of dealing with new health concerns while still living your life, finding things to laugh about, making plans, moving forward, and trying not to let every scan, appointment, and test result take over the entire damn story.If you’ve dealt with a meningioma, brain tumor diagnosis, surgery, follow-up scans, chronic health issues, medical anxiety, survivorship, or just the strange reality of trying to live normally while your medical chart keeps getting longer, I think you’ll relate to this one.And if you’re new to the podcast, go back and start with Season 1, Episode 1. The whole story makes a lot more sense from the beginning.Please leave a podcast review!!! Pretty please.<[email protected] always...Everybody has a story.This one is mine.#MeningiomaCast #Meningioma #BrainTumor #BrainTumorAwareness #BrainTumorSurvivor #BrainTumorJourney #MeningiomaAwareness #MeningiomaSurvivor #BrainSurgery #HealthJourney #HealthUpdate #CTScan #MedicalJourney #Survivorship #LifeAfterBrainSurgery #PatientStory #PatientPerspective #ChronicIllness #MedicalPodcast #HealthPodcast #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #Season3 #BrainTumorBattles -
"I'm Still Here" 23.09.2026 36mSeason 3, Episode 1Season 3 of The Meningioma Cast is officially here, and David has some catching up to do.In this episode, we dig into what’s been happening in the world of David: health, happiness, recovery, life after brain surgery, and the strange reality of living with a meningioma and everything that comes with it.Because here’s the thing about brain tumors: no two people experience them exactly the same way. Symptoms are different. Recovery is different. Fear is different. Humor is definitely different.Sometimes really different.I’m talking about you, Sharron.This isn’t a medical lecture and it definitely isn’t a motivational poster with a sunset behind it. It’s an honest conversation about brain tumor recovery, meningioma, neurological health, mental health, relationships, perspective, and figuring out what life looks like when your brain decides to rewrite part of the script.There are serious moments. There are ridiculous moments. There are probably things David should have kept to himself.So, basically, The Meningioma Cast is back.If you’re new to the show, go all the way back to Season 1, Episode 1 and start there. You’ll hear the original story, the diagnosis, the beginning of the journey, and everything that led us here.Whether you’re living with a meningioma, recovering from brain surgery, supporting someone with a brain tumor, navigating neurological health issues, or you just want to hear one guy attempt to make sense of an extremely weird chapter of life, you’re in the right place.Everyone has a story. This one is mine.EMAIL ME YOURS: [email protected]#MeningiomaCast #Meningioma #BrainTumor #BrainTumorAwareness #BrainTumorRecovery #BrainSurgery #BrainSurgeryRecovery #MeningiomaAwareness #MeningiomaJourney #LifeAfterBrainSurgery #BrainHealth #NeurologicalHealth #PatientStory #Survivorship #HealthPodcast #MedicalPodcast #Podcast #PodcastSeason3 #BrainTumorCommunity #MeningiomaCommunity -
You Can Do It 08.04.2026 36mWelcome back to The Meningioma Cast. This one’s a real-life check-in. I talk about where things are at with my health, what it’s like getting around with the new cane, and how I’m keeping my head straight when things get frustrating.If you’re dealing with a brain tumor, meningioma recovery, chronic pain, or just one of those stretches where life feels heavier than it should, this episode is for you. No sugarcoating, just what it actually looks like to keep going and stay positive when it’s not easy.We get into recovery, mindset, and figuring out how to move forward when your body doesn’t always cooperate.If you’ve been there, you’ll get it.Reach out anytime: [email protected] I’m using (Not a paid sponsor): Asterom.com -
It's All Good 05.03.2026 29mIn Episode 10 of The Meningioma Cast, I’m talking about the everyday reality of life after a brain tumor, and some of the things nobody really prepares you for. We get into the long list of medications many of us end up taking after meningioma surgery, the strange journey of recovery, and the gear that sometimes becomes part of the process… including my walking boot and even canes.This episode is part catch-up, part real talk about chronic pain, recovery after brain surgery, and learning to adapt when life throws you a neurological curveball. If you’re a brain tumor survivor, dealing with meningioma, recovering from brain surgery, or supporting someone who is, this conversation will probably sound familiar.How many meds are you taking these days? I’d love to hear from you.Email the show: [email protected] Meningioma Cast is a podcast about brain tumors, life after meningioma, chronic illness, recovery, mental health, disability, and finding humor in the middle of a very strange journey.Everyone has a story. This one is mine. -
Adults Only 26.02.2026 30m[email protected]’s been a minute, so this episode is a catch-up and a reset. I’m talking honestly about my health, life after a meningioma, and what The Meningioma Cast is really about. This is a brain tumor podcast, a survivor story, and a real talk show about recovery, chronic pain, mental health, and the weird reality of living after brain surgery. It’s not for kids and it’s not sugar-coated. It’s for emotionally mature adults who can handle some cursing, some dark humor, and some honesty about medical trauma, scans, and learning how to live with a new normal. No hype. No miracle cures. Just the truth from my side of the scar. Everyone has a story. This one is [email protected] I got it wrong on the show...I have drain bamage, what can I say!!!Search "The Meningioma Cast" on Google, Facebook, and wherever your brain tumor leads you... Thanks friends.meningioma, brain tumor, brain surgery recovery, cancer podcast, chronic illness, disability, survivor story, mental health, medical trauma, health podcast, patient story, recovery journey, dark humor, real talk, MRI anxiety, caregiver support, life after surgery, chronic pain, invisible illness -
On the Good Foot. 16.01.2026 33mSeason 2 Episode 8 This week I’m talking neurologist visits, epilepsy medications, and the ongoing surgery aftermath that no one prepares you for. It’s a peek into the bureaucratic side of brain tumor recovery, the trial-and-error of meds, and the quiet reality of living with a disability that isn’t always visible.If you’re navigating seizures, specialists, appointments, or the post-op rollercoaster yourself, you’re not alone. This episode offers the honest play-by-play — with the usual dark humor and refusal to sugarcoat — because real life after a brain tumor doesn’t fit the inspirational quote format.Catch us on Facebook!E-mail us at [email protected] all the fun places you can find us!!! -
Meningioma On My Mind 11.12.2025 41mThis week on The Meningioma Cast, I’m rolling into another round of “life with a brain tumor,” starring, my upcoming surgery, insurance roulette, paycheck panic, and the usual meningioma ranting... all with the knee scooter parked nearby, front wheels polished.Yep, we’re talking brain tumor reality, but don’t worry...it’s not doom-and-gloom. This is me still living with a meningioma, laughing at it, side-eyeing insurance companies, and wondering why disability paperwork feels like a scavenger hunt created by drunk bureaucrats.If you’re living with chronic illness, surgery prep, neurological issues, invisible disability, post-tumor brain fog, or you just like hanging out with someone who doesn’t sugarcoat it — this episode is your flavor.Yeah, I have a meningioma. Yeah, it’s a pain in the ass.No, it doesn’t get to own the whole story.So grab your coffee, your knee scooter, or your sense of humor... whichever you can reach first.Hit play and hang out while we talk survival, surgery days, insurance shenanigans, and how to keep your head straight when your head’s got its own agenda.Welcome back to the Brain Tumor Tribe — we laugh, we cope, we swear, we [email protected] -
If It's Not One Thing, It's Three 20.11.2025 27mThis week on The Meningioma Cast, I’m diving into my 6-month brain MRI update, the latest chaos with my neuropathic/Charcot foot, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with surviving a meningioma and trying to live a normal life afterward.If you’re dealing with brain tumors, meningioma recovery, post-surgery anxiety, chronic pain, weird symptoms, or just trying to laugh through the stress of it all — this one’s for you.I break down what the doctors found, how it feels to face another possible tumor recurrence, and why foot pain can make you question everything. Plus a little humor, because honestly… you kind of need it when your life turns into a medical trilogy.Keywords: meningioma, brain tumor, MRI results, brain cancer survivor, chronic foot pain, Charcot foot neuropathy, neurological symptoms, tumor recurrence anxiety, brain surgery recovery, chronic pain journey, medical podcast, meningioma support, rare diseases, post-surgical healing, patient stories, brain health podcast. -
Meningioma Madness 06.11.2025 25mWhen your MRI looks more like modern art than medicine, you know it’s Meningioma Madness. In this episode of The Meningioma Cast, David dives into the chaos of scans, symptoms, and the rollercoaster of recovery — all served with dark humor, honesty, and a few dad jokes from the brain that’s been rebooted.Check us out on Facebook, Patreon and all the good places ;)Keywords: meningioma, brain tumor, MRI, neurology, recovery, chronic pain, brain surgery, tumor survivor, mental health, resilience, dark humor, podcast for survivors, The Meningioma Cast, medical journey, brain scan, craniotomy recovery. -
Touching Grass 30.10.2025 48mSeason 2, Ep 4: “Touching Grass”In this episode of The Meningioma Cast, your friend Dave gets real about Halloween, neuropathy, and the strange, funny, and sometimes frustrating reality of life after a meningioma diagnosis. From brain surgery scars to brain fog, he shares what it’s like to live with nerve pain, stay grounded through humor, and literally “touch artificial grass” when the world feels unsteady. Which is every day for him.This episode blends brain tumor awareness, post-craniotomy recovery, and real-talk mental health with a dose of Gen X humor and Halloween vibes. Whether you’re a meningioma survivor, a caregiver, or just curious about how people rebuild life after surgery, this one’s for you.Join the community and share your story on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575158245327Keywords: meningioma podcast, brain tumor awareness, neuropathy recovery, brain surgery survivor stories, craniotomy life, meningioma survivor support, brain tumor healing, post-surgery pain management, brain health podcast, mental health and humor. -
Better Late Than Never 23.10.2025 43mWelcome back to The Meningioma Cast — the podcast where brain tumors meet real talk, bad jokes, and a little late-night storytelling.In this episode, Better Late Than Never, I’m catching up on what’s been happening behind the scenes — and yeah, this one almost didn’t make it out the door. Between life, recovery, and the chaos of getting a show done after a craniotomy, we’re talking about what I wish I’d done differently before and after brain surgery.It’s raw, it’s honest, and it’s one of those “looking-back-to-move-forward” kind of talks. You’ll hear how recovery really works, what nobody tells you, and why timing — just like healing — never goes quite as planned.And since Halloween’s creeping up, I’m closing things out with a few ghost stories and eerie moments that hit a little differently when you’ve already been through the weirdness of brain surgery. If you’ve ever faced a medical curveball, or just love hearing how people rebuild life after one — this episode’s for you.Join the conversation and follow the community:facebook.com/TheMeningiomaCast -
Where's My Cane? 16.10.2025 48mIn this week’s episode of The Meningioma Cast, host Dave Conner dives into the unexpected realities of life after a craniotomy, from balance issues and nerve pain to the everyday moments that make recovery both challenging and strangely hilarious.But since it’s October, things take a spooky turn. Between talk of brain surgery symptoms and survival stories, Dave shares a few true ghost encounters and eerie moments that’ll send a chill down your spine — or maybe just make you laugh at how weird life can get post-surgery.If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like recovering from a brain tumor, or if you just love a mix of medical honesty, dark humor, and ghost stories, this one’s for you.Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575158245327Give the show some love, we freakin' need it.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MeningiomaCastAND I've decided to wait on uploading the old Stone Zone Episode. It'll come. Maybe the 30th or on All Hallows Eve.? -
What had happened was. 09.10.2025 22mSeason 2 kicks off with a quick check-in! It’s been a wild ride lately --> between the big move, broken bones, teeth, and everything life keeps throwing my way, I wanted to hop on and give you all a quick update. This one’s short and sweet, just saying hi, sharing what’s been going on behind the scenes, and getting this new season rolling.A deeper dive is coming soon in the next few episodes, but for now, let’s officially get Season 2 started. Thanks for sticking around Misfits— it’s good to be back.PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/MeningiomaCastOur FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575158245327 -
Meningioma Misfits 11.06.2025 35mEpisode 10 – Meningioma Misfits (Season Finale)Welcome to the wild wrap-up of Season One of The Meningioma Cast! In this finale, we’re embracing the misfits, the weirdos, and the wonderfully brain-scarred rebels who’ve turned a diagnosis into a story worth telling.I talk about my new haircut (yes, it’s related), how hypnosis has helped me manage post-surgery stress and chronic pain, and why I started creating brain tumor–focused audio resources. Plus, a little real talk about launching my Patreon and what comes next for the podcast and the community.If you’ve ever felt like the “odd one out” in the MRI waiting room or found yourself Googling “why does my brain feel weird,” this one’s for you.Thank you for listening, sharing, laughing, and crying with me this season. We made it to double digits — and we’re just getting started.PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/MeningiomaCastOur FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575158245327 -
The Craniotomy Club 04.06.2025 48mWelcome to The Craniotomy Club — the club no one wants to join, but once you’re in… everything changes. In this episode, I talk about life after brain surgery — the weird, frustrating, sometimes beautiful world of post-craniotomy recovery. From phantom pains and memory glitches to unexpected humor and hard-won perspective, this is a raw, honest look at what it really means to survive a craniotomy.Whether you’re a fellow brain tumor survivor, a caregiver, or just curious about what happens after someone hears “you have a brain tumor,” this episode is for you.Support the show please at Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/MeningiomaCastGumroad:https://thesomnambulist.gumroad.com/ -
Tournaments, Tumors, and Tough Crowds 28.05.2025 47mEpisode 8: Tournaments, Tumors, and Tough Crowds.Welcome back to The Meningioma Cast — the podcast where brain tumors meet real talk.In this episode, I open up about navigating the mental and emotional chaos that comes after a brain tumor diagnosis — while still trying to be a supportive parent at jiu-jitsu tournaments, dodge awkward conversations in public, and keep my sense of humor intact.From MRI scans to martial arts mats, from recovery setbacks to extreme fatigue — this one’s for anyone who’s ever felt like they’re juggling too much while healing.Whether you’re dealing with a meningioma, living with a brain tumor, supporting a loved one, or just trying to get through life without losing it at the grocery store… you’re not alone.Humor, healing, and hard truths — all in one place.Please support the show:https://www.patreon.com/c/MeningiomaCasthttps://thesomnambulist.gumroad.com/Our Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575158245327 -
ChatPTSD 21.05.2025 42mEpisode 7 – ChatPTSDIn this episode of The Meningioma Cast, I step outside my comfort zone (literally) and share a recent run-in with some… let’s call them “colorful” characters while trying to be more extroverted. Spoiler: it was awkward.I also dive into the real stuff—like what PTSD looks and feels like after living through a brain tumor. From unexpected emotional triggers to that ever-lurking sense of dread, I open up about the mental and emotional aftermath no one really warns you about.It’s part confessional, part comedy, and all heart.Make sure to check out our new page at GumRoad:thesomnambulist.gumroad.comAnd of course our Patreon. Become a member and SUPERFAN!https://www.patreon.com/c/MeningiomaCast#MeningiomaCast #BrainTumorAwareness #BrainTumorSurvivor #PostSurgeryLife #TumorTalk #PTSDRecovery #LifeAfterDiagnosis #MentalHealthPodcast #BrainHealth #Craniversary #ChatPTSD #DarkHumorHealing #PTSDHumor #TraumaRecovery #AnxietyRelief #MentalHealthMatters #TherapyTalk #SurvivorStories #ExtrovertProblems #AwkwardEncounters
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