The Reroute

And Live She Did: Kasey’s Last Interview With John Green Jul 13, 2022

Words matter. They have power and carry weight. How we describe the lived experiences of others or our own experiences can have immense impact. Some stories can let the reader know they’re not alone. Some authors can make readers feel seen and understood.

In this episode, you’ll hear a conversation between two writers: John Green and Kasey in the last interview she recorded before she passed. John is the author of the emotional New York Times bestselling novel, The Fault in Our Stars, which describes the lives and relationship between two young people living with cancer. He writes with love and gives life to experiences that are almost impossible to describe. He’s humble, thoughtful, and their conversation brought Kasey comfort. Listen in for a look behind the scenes, behind the dust jacket, and behind the man.

You’ll hear:

John’s experience on the set of The Fault in Our Stars and the new adaptation film based on his novel, Turtles All the Way Down (filming now!)
His time as a student chaplain at a children's hospital in Ohio and what made him walk away from it
The friendship that inspired The Fault in Our Stars and what struck Kasey most about the book and the film
What they would each change about the healthcare paradigm
The language used to describe the lives of those living with cancer and which words are doing a disservice to the community
Kasey and John’s take on the big question: What is the meaning of life?
And much more

Books mentioned: The Fault in Our Stars, Turtles All the Way Down, and his newest, The Anthropocene Reviewed

Follow John on Instagram @johngreenwritesbooks

Subscribe to his Youtube channels CrashCourse and Vlogbrothers

Listen to his podcasts The Anthropocene Reviewed and Dear Hank and John

We’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma and help continue to legacy Kasey started: https://www.reininsarcoma.org/sarcoma-story-kasey-altman/ A donation size of any amount can make a difference in further ARMS treatment research! Thank you!

S2E50: Season Finale... Jul 06, 2022

Please consider sending love and support to Kasey's family in whatever capacity you can at this time. The Altman Family

P.O. Box 261273

San Diego, CA 92126 I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!

S2E49: Under the Bridge With Troll Slayer Drew Afualo Jun 22, 2022

Today I am talking with the hilarious and inspiring Drew Afualo. Drew quickly amassed over 7 million followers on TikTok giving misogynistic troll a taste of their own medicine.

We’re discussing:

Drew's past and what contributed to her success
The philosophy behind what Drew does
Crazy responses we've both received
Also we play a game!
And more

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!

Want even more content? Consider throwing a few bucks towards production costs at Kasey’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kaseyaltman Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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S2E48: The Journey for More Starts With Les Borsai Jun 15, 2022

I’m coming at ya with another interview from the Milken Institute Global Conference. This week I sit down with Les Borsai and if you’re at all interested in NFTs, you’ll want to listen in. Les is an entrepreneur, he’s a financial consultant specializing in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, and he also spent a good amount of time in the music industry. Les offers some great insights into the cryptocurrency conversation, but don’t let that fool you. He’s an incredibly thoughtful guest with words of wisdom to offer YOU no matter what your interests are. Join us for this thought-provoking conversation and leave inspired to put your full weight behind your next good idea-whether you’re “ready” or not! Let’s dive in!

We’re discussing:

Les’ journey from being an outcast in middle school, leaving home at 16, being a rave promoter in the 80s, to now: co-founder of Wave Financial, a digital assets management company managing $1.5 billion in assets
Changing the conversation around what success is and how he defines it for his life (it’s not what you think!)
What perfectionism REALLY is and how to overcome it
How Les crossed over from music promotion and management to finance and what they all have in common
His passion for NFTs and what qualities he appreciates about the industry
Why collaboration is key (coming from a guy who prefers doing it on his own)
And much more!

You can follow Les on Twitter @les.eth and on Linkedin @Les Borsai

Read about Wave Financial here: https://wavegp.com/about/

Learn more about Les here: https://milkeninstitute.org/events/gc22/speakers/53236

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!

Want even more content? Consider throwing a few bucks towards production costs at Kasey’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kaseyaltman Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

Follow me on IG so you don't miss a thing! https://instagram.com/the.reroute

Want to collab? Email me at inquiries@the-reroute.com

S2E47: The Unforgettable 49 with Barbara Poma and Earl Crittenden Jun 08, 2022

Things feel heavy. Tragedy continues to strike. But how can we remain hopeful? What can we do to make sure hate does not win? As we approach the six year anniversary of the tragic mass shooting at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando, I sit down with the club’s former owner and founding CEO of onePULSE Foundation, Barbara Poma. We’re meeting together while at the Milken Institute Global Conference and we’re joined by Earl Crittenden, Board Chairman of onePULSE Foundation. Join me for this inspiring conversation with two changemakers and listen in for how their community has met tragedy with unity. Their foundation is addressing hate in the world and these two are committed to making love, acceptance, and inclusion WIN in the end.

We’re discussing:

How the Orlando community remembers the 49 lives lost and how you can get involved
Details of the National Pulse Memorial and Museum and the community input that inspired its design
Cities fracturing in the wake of tragedies: has Orlando been broken?
The other memorial sites Barbara received advice from and how it shaped onePULSE’s process
How Barbara’s life trajectory shifted after the shooting and what she’s been working on since
The legacy that onePULSE Foundation hopes to leave and inspire
And more

Get involved with onePulse Foundation @ https://onepulsefoundation.org/

Connect with Barbara @ bp@onepulsefoundation.org

In memoriam:

Stanley Almodovar III, 23;

Amanda Alvear, 25;

Oscar A. Aracena-Montero, 26;

Rodolfo Ayala-Ayala, 33;

Alejandro Barrios Martinez, 21;

Martin Benitez Torres, 33;

Antonio D. Brown, 30;

Darryl R. Burt II, 29;

Jonathan A. Camuy Vega, 24;

Angel L. Candelario-Padro, 28;

Simon A. Carrillo Fernandez, 31;

Juan Chevez-Martinez, 25;

Luis D. Conde, 39;

Cory J. Connell, 21;

Tevin E. Crosby, 25;

Franky J. Dejesus Velazquez, 50;

Deonka D. Drayton, 32;

Mercedez M. Flores, 26;

Peter O. Gonzalez-Cruz, 22;

Juan R. Guerrero, 22;

Paul T. Henry, 41;

Frank Hernandez, 27;

Miguel A. Honorato, 30;

Javier Jorge-Reyes, 40;

Jason B. Josaphat, 19;

Eddie J. Justice, 30;

Anthony L. Laureano Disla, 25;

Christopher A. Leinonen, 32;

Brenda L. Marquez McCool, 49;

Jean C. Mendez Perez, 35;

Akyra Monet Murray, 18;

Kimberly Morris, 37;

Jean C. Nieves Rodriguez, 27;

Luis O. Ocasio-Capo, 20;

Geraldo A. Ortiz-Jimenez, 25;

Eric Ivan Ortiz-Rivera, 36;

Joel Rayon Paniagua, 32;

Enrique L. Rios Jr., 25;

Juan P. Rivera Velazquez, 37;

Yilmary Rodriguez Solivan, 24;

Christopher J. Sanfeliz, 24;

Xavier Emmanuel Serrano Rosado, 35;

Gilberto Ramon Silva Menendez, 25;

Edward Sotomayor Jr., 34;

Shane E. Tomlinson, 33;

Leroy Valentin Fernandez, 25;

Luis S. Vielma, 22;

Luis Daniel Wilson-Leon, 37;

Jerald A. Wright, 31

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!

Want even more content? Consider throwing a few bucks towards production costs at Kasey’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kaseyaltman Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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S2E46: First Clinical Update After Vaccine May 25, 2022

Well, it started. I began treatment with the neoantigen vaccine. I’ve been waiting a year for this treatment and I’m finally here. On this week’s mini episode, I give you an update on the treatment: where I’m at, how it’s going, what are the next steps, and how you can help. It’s been a long road to get to this point and there’s a lot riding on this treatment. I’m grateful for this opportunity. I feel shitty, but I do have hope. Let’s get into it.

I’m sharing:

My current reality: the good, the bad, and the ugly
The weight of emotional labor and vulnerability hangovers - can you relate?
My physical and emotional pain points (got any ideas for relief?)
What I’m hoping for NEXT week plus what’s coming further down the line with treatment
My thoughts for those battling invisible illness
The easiest thing you can do to support me right now (it’s FREE!)
What’s next on the podcast
And more

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!

Want even more content? Consider throwing a few bucks towards production costs at Kasey’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kaseyaltman Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

Follow me on IG so you don't miss a thing! https://instagram.com/the.reroute

Want to collab? Email me at inquiries@the-reroute.com

End of Episode Links:

E-Mail: matt@kimdifillippo.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/matty_dflip

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@matty_dflip

S2E45: Sex, Hugs and Rock’n’Roll With Zoe Kors May 18, 2022

What role should sex and intimacy play in our lives and relationships? How can we work to cultivate the deeply connected relationships that we want? And do we even deserve that? What about those relationships that are filled with love, but lack desire? Today, I’m joined by Zoe Kors, a sex and intimacy coach, an author, and host of her own podcast, Radical Intimacy. We’re coming to you from the Milken Institute Global Conference and she helps answer these tricky, often overlooked, questions. Zoe explains why intimacy matters, why it’s important to sit with yourself and your feelings, and how intimacy with others actually starts with ourselves. As a cancer survivor, Zoe recounts a few of the reroutes she’s experienced and how that led her here. Her insight is illuminating and her advice is confirming: don’t miss out!

We’re discussing:

The debate over sex addiction and how that relates to betrayal trauma
Baby steps to becoming more intimate with yourself
The 3 most common coping mechanisms for discomfort (a.k.a. the trifecta of anti-intimacy) and how to persevere through it
What those “negative” feelings of sadness or anger are really telling us
The one area we often fail to invest in that will undoubtedly affect our relationships
Reroutes in Zoe’s past: Rock band? Cancer? Divorce? Or all of the above?
Which people are often discarded as non-sexual beings and why that needs to change
Plus much more!

Connect with Zoe: https://www.zoekors.com/

Listen to her Radical Intimacy podcast: https://www.zoekors.com/podcast

Check out her book, Radical Intimacy: https://www.zoekors.com/book

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!

Want even more content? Consider throwing a few bucks towards production costs at Kasey’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kaseyaltman

Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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Want to collab? Email me at inquiries@the-reroute.com

S2E44: BTS of Making The Reroute with Matt DiFillippo May 11, 2022

Want a peek behind the scenes of recording The Reroute and some expert tips on creating and sustaining a killer podcast? You’re in for a treat with this really special episode because I’m joined by my friend, my producer, and the creative genius that champions me and my show from behind the scenes: Matt DiFillippo! We’re coming to you live from the Milken Institute Global Conference to bring you all the goods on how the Reroute started, where it’s going, and who else touches the process to bring it to fruition every week!

Listen up as Matt and I (and shoutout to David Panzirer in the background!) jump into all things podcasting, his top tips for podcasters wanting to stand out, and why it is we keep showing up to do this work. Join us for this fun and enlightening episode!

We’re getting into:

The Reroute’s beginnings and how far it’s come (has it had its own reroute recently??)
The #1 reason podcasts fail and how to keep gaining momentum so yours doesn’t
What I vowed to myself three months ago that shifted the tone of my work plus my advice for young, female professionals
How we raised $2000 for the Kasey Altman Research Fund in the middle of recording this episode (and what Matt had to let go of to bring in the cash!)
Targeted daily engagement: What is it and how will it help your podcast grow?
A look at how Patreon works and how it supports your favorite creators (like me!)
Matt’s advice for standing out in the oversaturated podcast world
The army of people behind me and my hopes for them
Plus much more from this behind the scenes episode!

Loving the show? Consider throwing a few bucks to become a patron of The Reroute to support its production and get access to exclusive bonus content from me! 100% of the proceeds after production costs go directly to the Kasey Altman Research Fund for alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma (ARMS) research : https://www.patreon.com/kaseyaltman Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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S2E43: 546 Days…and Counting Apr 27, 2022

I’m back with a solo episode! And this one is small, but mighty. Short, but FULL. Full of updates on my treatment, how I’m feeling physically (get ready to applaud!) and emotionally, and what’s to come (BIG stuff!). It’s been a rough few weeks. Hell, let’s face it. It’s been a rough 18 months! I’m at a fork in the road. I’m about to face the biggest reroute of my life and I’m so honored you’re following along. Let’s get into the details.

I’m sharing:

What’s involved with my latest round of radiation and if I can feel it working
The radical uncertainty I’m facing with my upcoming neoantigen vaccine: it could go one of two ways
What’s riding on this vaccine, besides my whole future
A few of the lessons I’ve learned along the way, 18 months into this experience
Some details about my upcoming book: Everyone Loves You When You’re Dying, plus what’s needed moving forward and my biggest hope for the book
Three well-thought-out tips for those facing the same road ahead (just trust me on the first one!)
The big objective while I’m at the Milken Institute Global Conference (this is my WHY)
And so much more!

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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Want to collab? Email me at inquiries@the-reroute.com

S2E42: Will the REAL Darius Saffold please stand up? Apr 13, 2022

You’ve heard about him. You may have even seen him lurking in the background on TikTok. He’s a self-described “average tech sales account manager” by day, but I’d call him a gourmet chef by night. He’s Willow’s dad, my best friend, my partner, Darius Saffold. And today he’s answering your burning questions. He’s not holding back! So join us as we discuss our relationship, his biggest pet peeves, and what it is in life that makes him happy (other than Willow and I, of course).

We’re getting into:

How this East Coast guy handles the West Coast (Is he homesick or just hungry??)
Darius’ version of how we met
How he developed his thick skin and sense of humor as a kid
The perspective he’s gained from being my partner and his take on if people should have an expectation of fairness in life or not
His tip for winning over the one you want
The most difficult part of dealing with cancer as a couple plus our advice for those going through similar situations
How we handle the engagement and wedding pressure others put on us
Our take on religion and how we describe our individual faith systems
Darius’ dream menu for his future restaurant (BBQ chicken anyone?)
Plus more with this very special guest!

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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S2E41: Live with B.T.R. Nation Apr 06, 2022

What does it mean to be bold, tenacious and resilient? How can we be sure to live our life on purpose each and every day? And what does snacking have to do with that? Well it all comes together on today’s episode. I’m joined by Ashley Nickelsen, owner of B.T.R. Nation-a snack food company on a mission to change the snacking game. Listen in as she shares what inspired her to start the company, how cancer has touched her life, and some insights into the snacking industry in the U.S. (and why it desperately needs a reroute!). There is so much packed into this episode, you don’t want to miss it!

We’re discussing:

Shifting the conversation to how food makes us feel (NOT how we look!)
What B.T.R. means and how it honors the legacy of her parents
The quality ingredients her company uses and why making nourishing food taste GOOD is important to her
Ashley’s experience as a two-time caregiver and dealing with the loss of both parents
The lack of accessibility to better-for-you foods and what she hopes to change about that
Why Ashley advocates for therapy for all and feeling comfortable with your care providers
How allowing yourself to feel your feelings can be the BEST start to moving past them
What simple gestures can mean the most to those in the thick of it
How we handle the haters on social media
Plus even more!

You can follow B.T.R. Nation on Instagram @btr.nation and TikTok @btr.nation

Shop B.T.R. products on their website or on Amazon!

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

Follow me on IG so you don't miss a thing! https://instagram.com/the.reroute

Want to collab? Email me at inquiries@the-reroute.com

S2E40: The Wonderful World of Sales w/ Corporate Bro Mar 30, 2022

Some jokes just land better when you’ve had personal experience with the topic right? Well let’s just say with today’s guest, if you’ve ever been in sales, this one’s for you! Today, I'm joined by Ross Pomerantz, a.k.a. Corporate Bro. If you haven’t seen his stuff and you’ve ever worked in corporate sales, you're missing out on some great comedic relief. Listen in as Ross gives us the scoop on how he started out, why he does what he does, and how he brings cynicism and satire into the corporate sales world.

We’re discussing:

How selling WELL can get you anywhere you want to go
Who Corporate Bro represents and which groups don’t seem to “get it”
The resilience anyone can learn from selling and how that’s helped Ross overcome the different criticisms and controversies his brand has faced
The planning and thought it requires to be intentional with your brand
When Ross decided to burn the bridge with corporations, but how that brought new opportunities he never could’ve expected
Why it's NEVER been harder to do comedy
And many more insights into why we’re all selling, ALL the time

Follow Ross:

Instagram @Corporate.Bro

Linkedin @Corporate Bro

And watch on YouTube @Corporate Bro

Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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S2E39: Answering LIVE questions from YOU! Mar 23, 2022

Today we’re getting a little funky! I went live on TikTok to answer any burning questions and recorded it for you all to listen on here, too. I’m answering questions on the fly about my cancer experience, my perspective on human resilience, my personal life, and navigating COVID while undergoing cancer treatment. I’m even dropping some details about my next project! I’d love it if you join me for this special Q&A session. You asked, I answered. Let’s go!

I’m sharing:

The do’s and don’ts of supporting friends or family members with cancer plus an example of what NOT to say from my own experience
How cancer has affected my relationship with Darius and some tips on what’s helped us
My take on what COVID took from me and others with chronic illness
The qualities I look for in an oncologist (then and now)
Why I’m fueled by joy and what it took to get to this place (hint: it’s not by ignoring the pain)
One thing I wish I could tell younger Kasey
And the best medicine I ever could have given myself

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!

Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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Want to collab? Email me at inquiries@the-reroute.com

S2E38: Changing the Face of Type 1 Diabetes Care W/ Helmsley Charitable Trust’s David Panzirer Mar 16, 2022

We all know that the health care system in the U.S. is flawed in a lot of ways, and it doesn’t always do the best job of serving those who need it most. Today’s guest, David Panzirer, is passionate about changing that—particularly for those with type 1 diabetes. David is not only one of my mentors but also a trustee of a multibillion dollar charitable foundation dedicated to saving and improving lives called The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust. He’s the father of two daughters with type 1 diabetes and has dedicated his work full-time to changing the face of care for patients like his girls. Join us today as we dive into what he and his foundation are doing to change the paradigm of treatment for patients with this underserved chronic disease, barriers to care, and THIS super important (but often overlooked) piece of the treatment puzzle.

We’re discussing:

Why being a pain in the ass to your doctor can be a good thing
The impact of reclassifying diabetics into new categories (insulin and non-insulin dependent vs types 1 and 2)
Which two areas of healthcare the COVID pandemic actually helped
Why the healthcare system should care about the lived experiences of those with chronic illness
The important role a personalized medicine approach could play for patients with chronic illness, in particular
Being a voice for the voiceless

Learn more about David and his work:

https://helmsleytrust.org/

Morgan’s book, “Actually I Can”: https://www.amazon.com/Actually-Can-Diabetes-Unexpected-Empowerment/dp/0578653931

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!

Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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Want to collab? Email me at inquiries@the-reroute.com

S2E37: A Clinical Update [March 2022] and More AMA! Mar 09, 2022

I’m completely honored by the outpouring of love and support from you as I go through this journey, and I so appreciate everyone that has connected with me along the way. So join me in today’s episode for a clinical update of where I’m at RIGHT NOW in my cancer treatments, a big emotional pivot for me, and answering more of your questions!

I’m breaking down:

How things are going on my clinical trial treatment and the next steps from here
An update on my personalized neo-antigen vaccine treatment, and the data on other rhabdomyosarcoma patients
How my job at Google has been impacted by my diagnosis and treatment
What it was like being a woman in tech
My biggest advice on how to deal with heartbreak, and a rarely talked about glimpse into my past relationships
Reflections on how my loved ones have supported me
The strange — but hopeful — place I’ve arrived at in my cancer journey
My outlets to cope with everything going on
Long-term/permanent side effects from chemo
My favorite Reroute episode!

I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kasey.altman

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Want to collab? Email me at inquiries@the-reroute.com

S2E36: How to Live and Die with Hospice Nurse Julie Mar 02, 2022

We’re all going to die, right? Today’s guest wants you to know that the body is built to die, though, and it shouldn’t be something to be feared and avoided talking about. (And that it can actually be quite beautiful!) I’m so excited to bring you this conversation with Hospice Nurse Julie, an amazingly inspiring nurse with decades of experience helping patients at the end of their lives, first from an ICU perspective and now from a hospice one. She’s now also a TikTok influencer using the platform to spread awareness and education about death and why our bodies are actually built for it, and in this episode she’s shedding a light on what it’s like to be a patient in hospice care, why it’s importance to normalize death, and how hospice is so much more than where you go to die.

We’re diving into:

The miraculous thing Julie witnessed as a nurse that shifted her career
Dispelling the common misconceptions about being under hospice care
How someone in hospice often actually feels THIS surprising thing (and why)
The biggest lessons Julie has learned from her patients
Her thoughts on an afterlife
Why some people accept death and others don’t
Some of the most profound experiences Julie has had with her patients in hospice care
What happens at the end of life in hospice care vs in the ICU
Her biggest advice for you to better prepare for accepting your own mortality, or that of a loved one
How to support someone in hospice (and what NOT to say to someone going through it)

Find Julie on TikTok or IG:https://www.tiktok.com/@hospicenursejulie https://www.instagram.com/hospicenursejulie/ I’d be honored if you’d consider donating to the Kasey Altman Research Fund through Rein in Sarcoma: http://www.reininsarcoma.org/donation-form/ (Be sure to select “Kasey Altman Research Fund” in the Named Funds dropdown) A donation size of any amount can make a huge difference! Thank you!

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S2E35: “Going For It” and Putting in the Work w/ Serial Entrepreneur, Luke Sophinos Feb 23, 2022

What does it take to be a successful entrepreneur (and under 30 years old, no less!)? Today I’m excited to bring you an epic conversation with Luke Sophinos, a 27 year old serial entrepreneur, CEO and founder of CourseKey, and Forbes 30 under 30 alumni to share his journey and biggest tips with you. In this episode, Luke and I break down what it really takes to be a successful entrepreneur, challenge the societal narratives around college, and share some of his biggest life and business lessons with you.We’re exploring:

The hardest hurdle to reaching your big goals (and to make it happen)
How the skills and lessons Luke learned as an athlete translated into entrepreneurship
His top tips for putting in the work towards your goals—even when you feel unmotivated
Our biggest lessons from mentors in our lives
Luke’s nontraditional view on mentorship
How his company, CourseKey, is changing the face of vocational education
THESE 3 simple words of advice from Luke if you want to become an entrepreneur

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S2E34: AMA—Kasey Answers Questions From YOU! Feb 16, 2022

You’ve got questions, I’ve got answers! On today’s episode, I’m bringing you answers to the questions you submitted on Instagram recently. Living with cancer, especially as a 25 year old, isn’t something a lot of people talk about. So join me today as I answer YOUR questions on navigating cancer that doesn’t have a clear end date, how it affects my relationships and mental health, the ONE thing I wish more people knew about cancer, and more.

I’m sharing:

What gets me through the toughest days
The things I would tell my high school self, if I could go back and talk to her
What surprised me the most about sharing my story online
My mental health journey from a pre-diagnosis eating disorder to post-diagnosis anxiety, depression, and PTSD and how I take care of my mental health
The biggest “fuck you” we can give to the shithole that is cancer
How I feel the sucky parts and still seek out joy
My experience with changes in fertility, intimacy, and periods since my treatment started
How Darius and I maintain a healthy relationship throughout a cancer diagnosis

Check out Darius’s and my interview with Alula: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZ-IaLkvi5i/

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S2E33: Overcoming Adversity as a Boxing World Champion (feat. Paul Vaden) Feb 09, 2022

How do you overcome the hard shit in your life? Everyone reacts differently, but today I want to share with you one inspiring story from former middleweight boxing world champion, Paul “The Ultimate” Vaden. Aside from being one of the most successful boxers in his era, he’s also overcome unthinkable adversity, famously including a match when he knocked out an opponent who never woke up. In this episode, he shares with us what inspired him at a very young age to declare he would become the world boxing champion, his biggest piece of advice for recent former athletes, and how he took control and got back in the ring after a tragedy threatened his career.

We’re exploring:

The individual who fueled his dream of becoming the champion
How his focus has translated into his life beyond boxing
The sacrifices he made over and over again to become a world champion
What it takes to avoid an identity crisis when you’re beginning your “next act” after leaving a career as an athlete
How physical and mental reminders can help us move forward while remembering the past
Who inspired him to get back in the ring after his match
Paul opens up about the ability to cope with tragedy and move forward
And so much more!

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S2E32: Pandemic Truths from an ICU Nurse with Whitney Donley Feb 02, 2022

There is so much misinformation out there surrounding COVID and so much of it can be confusing and leave you wondering, “what’s REALLY going on?” But this pandemic is undeniably taxing on the hospital system, health care workers, and patients alike, so I wanted to bring you this incredible conversation and some answers from an ICU nurse who has been in the front lines of this pandemic from the beginning. Whitney Donley is an incredible, award-winnning ICU nurse at one of the biggest hospitals in San Diego, California, and in today’s episode she’s sharing her experience working in a hospital during this pandemic, busting myths and misconceptions about it, and the reality she wishes everyone knew about.We’re exploring:

What it’s been like as a health care worker the last 2 years
The BIGGEST thing patients and health care workers have been struggling with in the ICU
How Whitney stays sane during this time
The most surprising fact she wants you to know about
Whitney’s experience with the Omicron variant
My own experience as a cancer patient during the pandemic
Her experience as a BRCA1 previvor and how she’s helping other breast cancer survivors and previvors
And more!

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S2E31: My Cancer Journey Clinical Update [February 2022] Feb 02, 2022

Welcome to season 2! Before we kick things off tomorrow with our first epic guest of the season, I wanted to bring you up to speed on my cancer journey, since I know so many of you care and have been wondering what’s been going on during the show’s hiatus! So join me for this quick episode for an update on my cancer journey, how I handle all the emotions as well as my mortality, and what’s to come this season on The Reroute.

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Ep 30: Rebellious Hope, Mortality & Finality Nov 10, 2021

I’m back! If you want to know about what’s been going on with me, tune into this episode as I share a clinical update about my cancer recurrence, what I’m feeling hopeful for, and why you might be surprised to hear that I love to nerd out about death and dying.

I’m exploring:

The MOST surprising thing I’m experiencing post-surgery
Why being candid about life as a person with stage 4 cancer is so important to me
A stunning exchange with an old co-worker that got me thinking about finality
Where I stand with my faith and spirituality
Why should you try THIS to do something nice for someone you know (or a stranger!)
And much more!

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Ep 29: Bad News: My Cancer Came Back Oct 06, 2021

The title says it all—but this episode isn’t as heavy-hearted as you might expect! If you follow me on social media, you may already know what's up...and if you don’t, tune in for a little update about where I am now, what’s next for my cancer journey, and why I’m still enjoying life day by day.

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Ep 28: Getting Your Dream Job, Life Tips & Knowing Yourself (featuring Bleacher Report's West Wilson) Sep 29, 2021

As a former Montana State football player, West Wilson left college wondering what was next for his career—and he's learned A LOT about himself since then. Now, West is a producer and host at the online sports media powerhouse, Bleacher Report (his dream job!), and he's sharing his advice for ANYONE who has a goal and wants to go for it! In this episode, West and Kasey reminisce about life lessons, the lasting legacies of being collegiate athletes, and his winding career trajectory to one of the TOP 3 sports social media brands.

Listen now to hear more about:

How making videos as a kid helped West land an epic career—and what it taught him about being a lifelong creator
What he’s up to with Napkins
Kasey and West’s BEST advice for developing personal capital & taking risks
Why he was happy to let go of his football identity (even though it wasn’t easy)
And so much more!

Connect with West Wilson:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westling.conrad/

Napkins: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEZVuFU43OY_REer4f0Vy1A

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Ep. 27: Making Cancer Less Lonely (Featuring Founder & CEO of Alula, Liya Shuster-Bier) Sep 15, 2021

Do you know a person with cancer, or someone on their journey through survivorship? Are you looking for a way to support their physical and emotional well-being? This week, Kasey is getting the advice you need from Founder and CEO of Alula, Liya Shuster-Bier. As both a caregiver and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma survivor, she is on a mission with Alula to give cancer patients (or anyone!) the tools they need to navigate the lifestyle impact of their care. In this episode, Liya shares everything you want to know about Alula, how it’s making the onco lifestyle more accessible, and what still needs to be done to address the changing world of cancer treatment and survivorship.

Listen now to hear more about:

How Kasey and Liya are staying hopeful while living through these unprecedented times
The light bulb moment that sparked the creation of Alula
Why we NEED to destigmatize the uncomfortable parts of being a person with cancer
How YOU can share your cancer hacks through the Alula Care Collective
Liya’s life-altering experience of being labeled a cancer patient—and how this impacted Alula’s development
The inspiring origins of the name Alula
How she's working to better understand (and recover from) the trauma in her life
And so much more!

Connect with Liya Schuster-Bier and Alula!

Website: https://myalula.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ouralula/

Alula Care Collective: https://myalula.com/community

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Ep. 26: Ringing the Bell, Joy, Pain, Comfort & What’s Next Sep 08, 2021

Cancer is the great equalizer—it sucks for everyone, regardless of who you are. Now that Kasey’s done with her cancer treatment (!!!), she has a few things to say about where she’s been and what’s next. In this episode, she shares a clinical update on her cancer journey, how she’s grappled with (and accepted) pain, and her #1 tip to show up for people who are going through tough times.

Listen now to hear more about:

Why ringing the bell might seem controversial
How to normalize the conversation around cancer
The inaccessible world of being disabled (and how to treat each other like humans)
Why people with cancer don’t always look the way you might expect
And so much more!

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Ep 25: Grit, Spinal Cord Injury & Summiting Mountains (featuring Jack Ryan Greener) Aug 25, 2021

November 29th, 2018 at 12:50 PM. This is the moment Jack Ryan Greener’s life changed forever, when an illegal jiu jitsu move paralyzed him from the waist down. Now, he’s on a mission to live his miracle and show what’s possible in a disabled body (including a history-making climbing moment!). In this episode, he shares the amazing story of his survival after the accident, the intensity of rehab when you’re on a miracle mission, and his badass advice to accomplish ANYTHING you put your mind to!

Listen now to hear more about:

How he felt mentally, physically, and emotionally ready for his recovery
Why THIS is the only thing he fears now
The ways tragedy exacerbates your personality—and why Jack Ryan is a better version of himself now
Everything you want to know about the Mt. Whitney project
A sneak peek into what Kasey and Jack Ryan are working on next
And so much more!

Connect with Jack Ryan Greener:

Website: https://paralyzedtopeaks.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paralyzedtopeaks/

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Ep 24: Kasey’s Boyfriend Weighs in on the Reality of Dating Someone with Cancer (featuring Darius Saffold) Aug 18, 2021

People are always wondering how Kasey’s boyfriend, Darius, has been impacted by her cancer diagnosis. What better way to find out than to hear it from the lovely man himself? This week, Darius joins the podcast to bring some laughs and give a peek into his and Kasey’s relationship. Tune in as he shares about his passions, they unpack the impact of Kasey’s cancer diagnosis so early in their relationship, and the small (yet powerful) ways they’ve been supported by those closest to him.

Listen now to hear more about:

The #1 thing to know about him

What it means to be an “interesting” person
How Darius came to terms with Kasey’s cancer diagnosis (instead of just peacing out)
Why they fully support each other in how they share their stories
The POWERFUL connection of shared trauma—and how Darius has coped
And so much more!

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Ep. 23: Beautycounter's SVP of Social Mission on Activism, Clean Beauty & How You Can Make a Difference (featuring Lindsay Dahl) Aug 11, 2021

There are harmful ingredients in A LOT of beauty products out there. Did you know that you can choose ones that are safer for your body and the environment? Creating sustainable & clean beauty products is the goal of Beautycounter’s SVP of Social Mission, Lindsay Dahl. She’s asking the hard questions of big beauty brands to initiate change, as well as going above and beyond the highest current standards for Beautycounter’s products. In this episode, Lindsay’s diving into what NEEDS to be done to better regulate the beauty industry, how she’s taking on the challenges, and the simple steps YOU can take to be the most informed shopper for a healthy & clean beauty routine.

Listen now to hear more about:

The power of grassroots lobbying (because your voice DOES make a difference!)

How to use Beautycounter’s The Never List™

The #1 ingredient to AVOID in your beauty routine

Her TOP TIP to shop clean beauty products at Sephora

The harmful secrets that beauty brands are keeping from you

How Lindsay got her start in environmental health work—and the experience that rerouted her to where she is today

She debunks the top MYTH about using clean beauty products

And so much more!

Connect with Lindsay Dahl!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsay_dahl/?hl=en

Text “BETTERBEAUTY” to 52886 to send a pre-populated email to your elected officials about raising the ingredient standards for the beauty industry! Your voice matters!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Beautycounter’s The Never List™: https://www.beautycounter.com/the-never-list

EWG’s Skin Deep®: https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

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Ep 22: How a Traumatic Brain Injury Taught Me to be a Better Teacher (featuring Kaela Maggio) Aug 04, 2021

At 17, Kaela Maggio looked like a totally normal teenager on the outside, but on the inside she was struggling to recover from a traumatic brain injury from a ruptured brain AVM (arteriovenous malformation.) Now 25, Kaela is defying the odds—and those who doubted her recovery—to become a teacher and live her life to the fullest (as cliché as it sounds!) In this episode, Kaela joins Kasey to share about her diagnosis & recovery, the struggle of battling an “invisible” trauma, and why accepting who she is now was one of the BEST things she ever did.

Listen now to hear more about:

Why Kaela felt fortunate to have youth on her side during her recovery
The frustrations of relearning simple activities & processes
Why she struggled to keep friends after her brain injury—plus, why she is so appreciative of those close to her now
How she’s coming full circle to help her students realize what they can accomplish (and be realistic about it, too!)
The #1 thing Kaela wants people to remember
And so much more!

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Ep. 21: Kasey and Her Mom Talk Hackathons and Humanity Jul 28, 2021

Have you heard of a cancer hackathon? This week’s guest, Delsee Altman (a.k.a Kasey & Karli’s mom), has been pivotal in starting Kasey’s hackathon, which is bringing medical professionals together to break the code in her fight against a rare form of pediatric cancer. In this episode, Kasey and Delsee are diving into how Kasey’s hackathon is keeping them proactive (instead of reactive), what it's taught them about humanity & humility, and their advice to have the confidence to know that your story matters—so share it!

Listen now to hear more about:

Everything you want to know about a cancer hackathon
Delsee’s secret to optimizing how you search through research studies—and how to tap into your medical team for help, too!
How to take the FIRST step in creating a hackathon
The AMAZING participants who have shown up (on their own time!) for Kasey's hackathon
Why Kasey’s experiences have her looking at the world through a different lens
And so much more!

Check out CancerHacker Lab™ for an amazing resource to get started with the hackathon model: https://cancerhackerlab.com

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Ep 20: Kasey Talks Through Cancer, Resistance vs. Acceptance, Staying Grounded & Relationships Jul 14, 2021

This week, Kasey is the hostess with the mostess for her first solo chat on The Reroute podcast! She’s opening up & answering the questions you submitted on the @the.reroute Instagram stories. In this episode, hear what Kasey wishes everyone knew about the reality of being a person with cancer, her TOP TIP to overcome struggles in a relationship, and how she’s staying centered with the help & love of those closest to her.

Listen now to hear more about:

Some POSITIVE news about Kasey’s cancer journey
Why the only way out of cancer is through it (and the immense challenge of accepting a new normal)
The ONE thing you should give more consideration to when looking for a job
Why you shouldn’t be afraid to lean on others when you need help (even if you think you’re being needy!)
And so much more!

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Ep 19: Magic Leap CEO Peggy Johnson on Breaking Barriers for Women in Tech Jul 07, 2021

As the CEO of Magic Leap, a company on the cutting edge of augmented reality, Peggy Johnson is breaking barrier after barrier as a leading woman in the tech industry. But, she wasn’t always on the road to CEO (let alone engineering) and she has come a long way in finding her passion and confidence to pivot herself into what she was MEANT to do. In this episode, Peggy shares about the accidental mentorship that rerouted her life, what it was like being a woman in engineering when little thought was given to creating an equitable workplace, and her inspirational advice to give YOU the confidence to step forward and achieve your career goals!

Listen now to hear more about:

Her journey from delivering papers to CEO
Why she’s passionate about working with people (and not just sitting behind a computer)
How technical experience benefited her on the business side
The #1 thing Peggy would go back and tell herself
Why you should focus on the RIGHT things in your career (and less on the stuff that doesn’t matter)
Peggy’s tips for Karli to get started jogging—plus, how she uses it for more than just exercise
How giving a little of yourself to empower other women can have a HUGE impact
And so much more!

Connect with Magic Leap CEO Peggy Johnson:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/peggyj

Find out more about Magic Leap:

Website: https://www.magicleap.com/en-us

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/magicleap/

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Ep 18: Giving Advice & Answering Your Questions Jun 16, 2021

Every Wednesday in the @goodhumansonly Instagram stories, Karli answers your questions and gives advice about all things mindset, feelings & wellness. For this week’s episode, Karli & Kasey pick random questions to answer together. Tune in to hear their personal anecdotes and advice to let you know you're not alone in your experiences, plus they share their TOP TIPS to help you get through tough times.

Listen now to hear more about:

Their BEST relationship advice on acceptance, moving on, or communicating how you feel (depending on what’s best for YOU!)
When to let go of a friendship and clear space for GOOD humans in your life
Some TOP TIPS on how to make new friends from Karli & Kasey’s different personality styles
What to do if you’re feeling anxious about a loved one having a health crisis (and how you can support them)
And so much more!

Do you have any topics you want us to talk about? We would love to hear from you! Email: goodhumansonly@gmail.com

Check out Good Humans Only™ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodhumansonly/

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Ep 17: Our Mom & Dad’s Perspective on Kasey Having Cancer Jun 09, 2021

Through unknowns and shitty days, one thing is for certain—Kasey’s stage 4 cancer diagnosis has brought our family together to function as a unit, channeling the challenges of cancer into a mission to continue moving forward and live life to the fullest. So this week we invited some very special guests to the podcast—our mom and dad! In this episode, they’re sharing their perspective on Kasey having cancer, we dive into how each of our belief systems have been challenged, and the ways this detour has rerouted all of us to focus on what REALLY matters. Get the tissues ready, this one's a tearjerker.

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Ep 16: Tips About Business, Entrepreneurship & Mindset Jun 02, 2021

Are you wondering how Kasey ended up at Google? Or why Karli started the viral Instagram @goodhumansonly? In this episode, we’re giving you the dish about the traditional and not-so-traditional job paths that have rerouted us to where we are now. Tune in to hear what we've learned from our (sometimes short) career ventures, how to care less about what other people think, and our BEST advice for following your passions—because there's no better time than NOW to share your unique talents.

We’re exploring:

Kasey’s #1 TIP to help you STAND OUT among your colleagues
The stigma of the 9-5 desk job—plus, an inside scoop on building your personal capital
A behind-the-scenes look at how Karli is turning her passion for bullshit-free self-help into full-time, sustainable income
The TOP motivating factors for Karli’s career journey
Some MIC-DROP worthy advice to inspire YOU to shift your mindset
And so much more!

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Karli Altman’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlialtman/

Kasey Altman’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kasey.altman/

The Reroute Podcast: https://instagram.com/the.reroute

Ep 15: Karli’s Birth Control Story & Why Following Your Intuition is So Important May 12, 2021

Birth control is not one-size-fits-all, and there are a ton of options out there for this exact reason. For Karli, her birth control experience made her realize she needed something different. In this episode, she’s opening up about listening to her body, finding relief after ditching hormonal birth control, and why we’re excited to finally have a natural option that can work for both of us.

We’re exploring:

A BIG UPDATE about Kasey’s cancer treatment
How debilitating physical & mental symptoms impacted Karli’s life
Why Karli followed her intuition about her hormonal birth control (and what it meant for her side effects)
The dish on why Natural Cycles is different
And so much more!

This episode is sponsored by Natural Cycles, the first FDA cleared birth control app. While hormonal birth control works wonderfully for some people, for others like Karli, it isn’t an option. Which is why it’s great to have NC as a natural alternative.

Natural Cycles is 98% effective with perfect use & 93% effective with typical use. It can also be used if & when you’re ready to plan pregnancy. All she has to do is measure her temperature first thing in the morning to find out her fertility status for the day. If it's a Green Day, she isn't fertile & if it's a Red Day, she's fertile and should use protection.

Use promo code “GHO” on NaturalCycles.com for a free thermometer + 20% off an annual subscription.

Disclaimers: Users must be 18+. Natural Cycles does not protect against STIs (only barrier methods, such as condoms, prevent STIs).

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Ep 14: Expressing Yourself, Managing Expectations & Going Viral Over Turkey Bacon May 05, 2021

If you’re human, then you probably have limiting beliefs—and when you really look at them, it’s likely they are both untrue and holding you back from reaching your goals. In this episode, we’re getting real about our limiting beliefs, how we’ve worked through them, and our BEST advice for being gentler on yourself so you can make an impact & live the life you want.

We’re exploring:

What it means to make space to express yourself and figure out who you ACTUALLY are
Why Karli started Good Humans Only
How you can be inspired by someone who shares your struggles (and why this can be a challenge for BIPOC)
Unsolicited health advice Kasey gets from randoms—plus, a time she went viral over turkey bacon
Why it’s ok to ask for help or make that doctor’s appointment
Managing your expectations for yourself & others (because everyone has bad days)
And so much more!

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Ep 13: The Onyx Family on 3.3 Million Subscribers, Creative Strengths & Faith Apr 28, 2021

When Rita Onyx proposed starting a family YouTube channel for fun—and a little extra cash—she could not have predicted the reroute that would happen next. The whole family jumped on board, and within two weeks their videos BLEW UP! Now, with over 3 million subscribers on the original family channel (and 6.3 million combined with spin-offs,) Onyx Family is a growing multimedia brand with multiple YouTube channels, books, a podcast, and a magazine (just to name a few!). In this episode, we’re chatting with Mirthell & Rita Onyx—Dad and Mom of the Onyx family—about their road to success, identifying & nurturing their kids’ unique talents, and honoring their faith as they continue to turn their passions into an empire.

We’re exploring:

Mirthell & Rita dish on the strategies that helped their first YouTube channel take off
What motivated their 4 kids (Shalom, Sinead, Shasha, & Shiloh) to get involved in the fun
Finding balance (and boundaries!) for reading comments on their socials and videos
POWERFUL advice on overcoming struggles through your core: love, values & community
Why tapping into the family’s natural talents—and developing new skills during homeschool—is KEY to their success
They share their TOP TIPS to avoid burnout and stay motivated in the pursuit of new endeavors
And so much more!

Connect with the Onyx Family!

The Onyx Family Website: https://www.onyxfamily.com

The Onyx Family YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2VERcmMqi3vdtoQQ0ZP2sA

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Ep 12: Victoria Garrick on Advocating for Student-Athlete Mental Health Apr 21, 2021

Student-athletes are used to playing their opponents in a game, but there’s a hidden opponent they’re facing, too — the stigmas around addressing mental health. As a former Division I volleyball player for USC, Victoria Garrick knows how important it is to acknowledge the struggles faced by student-athletes, and she’s on a mission to raise awareness for athlete mental health and break down the stigmas that exist in athletic culture. In this episode, Victoria gets personal about her own mental health journey, what she’s doing to amplify the voices of student-athletes, and we dive into the reality of being influencers in a time of filters & curated posts.

We’re exploring:

The realization that led Victoria to seek help for her mental health
She opens up about stepping into a new purpose after revealing a secret in an interview
What YOU can do to combat systemic issues related to body-image (especially online!)
Victoria dives into what it means to “post more, think less” — plus, why being REAL online is so important
The MOST REWARDING part of being an influencer (and why you shouldn’t believe the stereotypes)
Why taking a short break from volleyball was the one of the BEST things Victoria did for her mental health
Kasey and Victoria share common struggles faced by student-athletes
And so much more!

Connect with Victoria Garrick!

Raising awareness for student-athlete mental health through her non-profit The Hidden Opponent: https://thehiddenopponent.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriagarrick/

Podcast - Real Pod: https://www.victoriagarrick.com/real-pod-project

TedxUSC Talk “Athletes and Mental Health: The Hidden Opponent”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sdk7pLpbIls

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Ep 11: Unfollowing on Socials & Crying in Bathrooms Apr 14, 2021

Life is too short to surround yourself with people who make you feel like shit. This is especially true on social media, where people freely drop their opinions (factual or not) in our news feed or comment sections. Fortunately, we have the power to create safe boundaries (often with just the click of a button) and reflect on experiences both online and in real-life to learn more about who we are. In this week's episode, we’re diving into the different ways we use our social media accounts, the importance of acknowledging what motivates you, and having faith & trust that the career or life journey you’re on RIGHT NOW is part of your bigger purpose.

We’re exploring:

The TOP reasons Kasey and Karli unfollow people on social media
Why muting accounts can help you create boundaries when you feel overwhelmed
How Kasey and Karli are impacted by the pressures of social conventions
The #1 thing Kasey wants you to consider when you are taking on a new endeavor
Why you should follow and nurture your impulses
Advantages of dipping your toes into different jobs and experiences — plus, the jobs they learned the MOST from
Why Kasey and Karli are BIG fans of crying (and other things you can do when you feel stressed)
And so much more!

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Ep 10: Ashley Nell Tipton on Redesigning Her Life After Project Runway Apr 07, 2021

What you see on TV is not always what happens behind the scenes. This week’s guest, Ashley Nell Tipton — winner of Project Runway Season 14 and plus-size fashion designer & representation advocate — is sharing what it was like being a competitor on Project Runway, and how it has led her on a journey of self-love, self-care, & self-acceptance. On this episode, Ashley's getting real about the unreality of reality television, the importance of prioritizing her health, and why you should free yourself from the opinions of others, because you are WORTHY of what you have accomplished!

We’re diving into:

Why reality shows are NOT as real as you think
The emotional toll of being a contestant on Project Runway — and how Ashley worked through it
Ashley gets personal and shares 2 MAJOR breakthroughs in her life
Why she took the steps to get healthier, both physically and mentally
The problem with fat shaming and fat phobia (and why is no one talking about it?)
Her BEST advice for liberating yourself from comments on social media
How Ashley angled her business & rallied the community during the pandemic
Why you should choose handmade goods over "fast fashion"
And so much more!

Connect with Ashley Nell Tipton!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleynelltipton/

Shop her designs: https://www.ashleynelltipton.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfHwOt7PnZHRm1gyvLGBxLw

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Ep 9: Taking On the Taboo of Breast Self-Exams w/ Betsy Nilan Mar 24, 2021

Have you ever done a breast self-exam? Before talking with our guest today, we hadn’t! Betsy Nilan, president of The Get In Touch Foundation — a non-profit that raises awareness and educates about breast self-exams — is teaching us about the who, what, where, when and why of this life-saving skill. On this episode, Betsy is sharing about the inspiring woman behind the Get In Touch Foundation, problems impeding education about breast self-exams, and how YOU can be empowered with the tools you need to perform a breast self-exam (it’s so easy!).

We’re diving into:

Betsy opens up about how her mom’s life-changing breast cancer diagnosis revealed a void for breast self-exam education and awareness
How sexualization is holding up breast self-exam education in schools
The problem with monetizing and marketing breast cancer awareness
Simple ways Betsy and her siblings honor their mom
Why the Daisy Wheel makes it EASY to complete a monthly breast self-exam
We dig into the systemic problems women (especially women of color) face advocating for their health
The challenges of taking over as president of The Get in Touch Foundation after her mom’s passing
Amazing advice on being yourself and doing what’s true for you
An inspirational shout-out from Betsy
And so much more!

Download the Daisy Wheel app (free):

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/daisy-wheel/id1461447061

Get the Educator’s Digital Toolkit (free):

https://getintouchfoundation.org/wheel-orders/

Make a donation to The Get in Touch Foundation: https://getintouch.donorshops.com/product/DONATE-QUICK/donatetoday.php

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Ep 8: Losing Our House to the Cedar Fire Mar 17, 2021

When our childhood home burned down in the Cedar Fire in 2003, we were too young to fully understand the gravity of what had happened. Looking back, we realize just how traumatic the experience was, and the lasting impact it had on who we are. On this episode, we’re opening up and reflecting on some of the life-changing childhood experiences that have shaped our lives, the different ways we’ve coped, and the importance of taking a moment to slow things down (before your life does it for you!)

We’re exploring:

The surprising realizations Karli and Kasey uncover about how they experienced events from their childhood
Why intuitive energy and physical & emotional connections are stronger during trauma
Kasey’s trade-off as an empath
Why you should be setting boundaries and creating space for yourself
How stress contributes to chronic illness and the importance of developing healthy coping mechanisms
Why Kasey believes everything in life is driven by love or fear
Karli’s mic-drop worthy advice for slowing down, addressing your experiences, and existing for yourself
And so much more!

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Ep 7: Raising Awareness for Pediatric Brain Cancer with Andrew Kaczynski Mar 11, 2021

The Kaczynskis were one of about just 60 families a year to find out their child has a rare type of pediatric brain cancer called Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT). On today’s episode, Andrew Kaczynski, a journalist at CNN, is joining us to share the story of his infant daughter, Francesca, and their journey with her cancer in order to help raise awareness of this rare disease, as well as highlight the glaring disparity that exists in the amount of research funding pediatric cancers receive compared to adult cancers. If you are as moved by her story as we are, we hope you will take a moment to donate your time or money to pediatric brain cancer research.

You can make a difference for rare pediatric cancers through donations or by getting involved!

PMC - Pan-Mass Challenge fundraiser for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute: https://www.pmc.org

St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital: https://www.stjude.org

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute: https://www.dana-farber.org

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Ep 6: Kevin Hines on Suicide Prevention & Advocacy After Surviving the Golden Gate Bridge Mar 03, 2021

When Kevin Hines let go of the rail and jumped from the Golden Gate Bridge, he knew immediately he had made the biggest mistake of his life. He survived the fall with a miraculous story to tell — and now as a film maker, author, speaker, and advocate for suicide prevention, his story is reaching more people than ever. On this week’s episode, Kevin gets real about the struggle with mental illness that led him to attempt suicide, and how this life-changing choice rerouted the trajectory of his life. He’s sharing a truly inspirational message about thriving in spite of pain, finding your purpose, and the simple ways you can show others you care about them when they need it most.

We’re diving into:

Why Kevin’s motto is “Be here tomorrow,” and what it means for someone who struggles with suicidal ideations
How you can become the hero of your own story, rather than the victim
Kevin’s MOST HELPFUL resources for improving brain (and physical) health, and how they helped him finally accept his diagnosis
Kasey’s thoughts on switching your mindset and being open-minded
The SIMPLEST action you can take to show up for someone struggling with suicidal thoughts
Small but significant ways Kevin’s wife, Margaret, has been there to support him
How an unlikely person gave him the opportunity and empowerment to find a new purpose
Inspirational final words from Kevin to remember if you or anyone you know is struggling with pain or suicidal thoughts
And so much more!

Connect with Kevin Hines for inspiration and help to change your life for the better:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kevinhines

Website: https://www.kevinhinesstory.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevinhinesstory

If you or someone you know is thinking of suicide, help is available. Speak with someone today at The National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

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Ep 5: Showing Up for People Feb 24, 2021

You don’t have to have experienced hardship in order to show thoughtful support for someone who is. Knowing what to do or say to someone going through some tough shit can be hard! Maybe you just don’t know what to say or are afraid you might say the wrong thing. But, even the smallest gestures have a huge impact on helping someone through their traumatic experience. In this episode, we’re breaking down some of the (sometimes unexpected!) lessons we’ve learned while navigating Kasey’s cancer journey that YOU can use to show up and be supportive in the BEST way for those you love.

We’re diving into:

The #1 thing you can do BEFORE sending a message to effectively communicate and show support
The important ways you can reach out during a cancer diagnosis that people sometimes miss
Super simple ways to show up and be supportive of someone going through hard times/a cancer journey, and the questions that are NOT cool to ask them
Some reflections on the most meaningful acts of support for Kasey’s diagnosis, and why you should never wait to reach out to the people you care about (plus, a challenge from Karli)
Why small acts of kindness can make a HUGE impact for someone going through something difficult
And much more!

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Ep 4: Bachelor Star Katie Morton on How True Reroutes Aren’t Necessarily in the Public Eye Feb 17, 2021

You probably know Katie Morton from Colton Underwood’s season of The Bachelor and Season 6 of Bachelor in Paradise. She’s had reroutes documented for the world to see. But the two reroutes she talks about on this episode haven’t been widely broadcasted yet. Katie walks us through two major reroutes in her life. She shares the time she tried out on a whim for the top college dance team and she spills the tea about her new relationship.

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Ep 3: Entrepreneur Sabrina Leamon on her 17-Hour Brain Surgery & Brain Cancer at 24 Feb 17, 2021

At 23, Sabrina Leamon (COO of Hunt and Company, girlfriend of famous Youtuber TJ Hunt and Instagram influencer) had her first seizure. Over one year later, she had her second. This led to the nightmare diagnosis of brain cancer. She walks through the reality of her diagnosis, including a 17-hour brain surgery. She now uses her platform to share how faith, gratitude and optimism fuel her fight. In this episode, she discusses mindset shifts and lessons learned, to explain why her diagnosis is the “best thing that’s ever happened to her.”

https://www.instagram.com/sabrinaleamon/

https://thehuntandcompany.com/

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Ep 2: Two Blind Brothers on Failing, Knowing Yourself & Running a Social Impact Business Feb 17, 2021

Brothers, best friends, and entrepreneurs Bryan and Bradford Manning are the founders of Two Blind Brothers apparel company and our special guests for this episode. Bryan and Brad were both diagnosed with Stargardt disease, a degenerative eye condition, in elementary school. Since then, this hilarious sibling duo has not let their visual impairment get in the way of living authentically, confidently, and creatively in the face of challenges. Their inspirational journey in creating Two Blind Brothers apparel is a great reminder of how YOU can create community and social impact for the causes you care about by staying true to yourself.

We’re talking about:

How a failed kindergarten eye screening marked the beginning of the Two Blind Brothers journey
Why the brothers think their parents are THE BEST, and what they learned from them about being authentic, confident, and never giving up
Brad and Bryan share the coincidence that jump started Two Blind Brothers apparel, and the inspiration for donating 100% of the profits to curing blindness
How the brothers built momentum and community by going VIRAL and getting an invite to share their story on the Ellen DeGeneres Show
We share our TOP TIPS to help you support people you know with an “invisible disease”
Why the challenges of navigating vision loss (or any hardship!) at various life stages unleashes creativity and success
Brad and Bryan leave us with their BEST advice for being genuine and ambitious about the social causes YOU care about!
And much more!

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Check out Two Blind Brothers ultra soft apparel and be a part of their social impact: https://twoblindbrothers.com/

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Ep 1: Welcome to the Reroute! Introducing your Co-hosts Karli & Kasey Altman Feb 17, 2021

Sisters Karli and Kasey discuss the catalyst for The Reroute: a realization in the shower. Four days after Kasey had surgery to begin a marathon of treatment for stage 4 cancer, she had a moment of clarity. Although her experience was unique, the discomfort of being at a fork in the road was universally human. Thus, The Reroute was born. Karli then shares her perspective on how Kasey’s diagnosis has been a detour for her as well, in packing up her life and moving across the country. The sisters discuss each of their experiences with Kasey’s diagnosis. They also walk through their own defining reroutes: for Kasey, her cancer diagnosis and for Karli, a falling out with the person closest to her.

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Welcome to The Reroute! Feb 03, 2021

On The Reroute podcast, sisters Karli and Kasey Altman have heart-to-hearts with badass people about the unexpected detours that shifted the trajectory of their lives. They interview powerful business people, influencers, athletes, teachers, therapists, entrepreneurs and beyond about heartbreak, loss, unexpected diagnoses and everything in between. Detours in life are inevitable. The Reroute Podcast reminds you you’re still on your way even when it feels like you’re lost.

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