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Ep. 248 - The MINDSET of having only 30 days to live and how an Organ Donation saved his life! Angelo Reyes

Ep. 248 - The MINDSET of having only 30 days to live and how an Organ Donation saved his life! Angelo Reyes

FromThe Action Junkeez Podcast


Ep. 248 - The MINDSET of having only 30 days to live and how an Organ Donation saved his life! Angelo Reyes

FromThe Action Junkeez Podcast

ratings:
Length:
71 minutes
Released:
Aug 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

House Medicine Website: https://housemedicine.com/

In the midst of the bustling city of Las Vegas, I sit down with my dear friend Angelo Reyes. Angelo's strength is palpable as he takes us through his emotional journey battling terminal liver cancer, his life-saving liver transplant, and the challenges he faced securing adequate healthcare. His cultural reservations about seeking medical aid cast a unique light on the healthcare crisis, especially in the trying times of a global pandemic.

Angelo’s life was hanging by a thread, yet his determination to survive prevailed. Being handed a 30-day life sentence only to receive a miraculous liver transplant represents the wonders of modern medicine and the sheer will to live. We explore the unspoken heroes of the medical world, the organ donors, and their life-saving contributions to individuals like Angelo. The discussion then shifts to House Medicine, a non-profit organization providing medical procedures in countries like Honduras, pressing on the need for global access to quality healthcare.

As we wrap up, we find ourselves immersed in the world of boxing. A lively debate flares up about the prowess of Jake Paul and MMA fighters like Conor McGregor. We speculate on the hypothetical match between Dana White and Jake Paul, emphasizing the critical role of a strategic team in the fight game. We end our time reflecting on the power of friendship and support during challenging times, paying tribute to our friend Matt who is battling stage 4 cancer. In the end, Angelo's story isn't just about survival, it's about living life to the fullest, advocating for healthcare, and appreciating the bonds that keep us grounded.

--------- EPISODE CHAPTERS ---------

(0:00:00) - Reconnecting With Friends After Time Apart
(0:03:01) - Healthcare Crisis and Personal Medical Journey
(0:14:48) - Medical Miracle and Insurance Challenges
(0:25:59) - Liver Transplant Center Advocacy
(0:37:51) - Liver Transplants and Organ Donation
(0:52:12) - Jake Paul and MMA Fighters Discussion
(0:59:26) - Dana White's Potential Boxing Match
(1:09:15) - Supporting a Friend With Cancer

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This is a Podcast Junkeez production recorded out of Sticky Paws Studios in Las Vegas, Nevada. 
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Released:
Aug 24, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Action Junkeez is a weekly podcast hosted by Jon Orlando, Adam "The Mayor" Lieberman and sometimes UFC fighter Jake Ellenberger. Join them as they discuss all things "Action" including; UFC, Action Sports, Sportsbetting, Poker, Blackjack, Vegas, and everything else that gets the blood flowing!