Imagine being told you'd never walk, read, or write again. Now, imagine defying those odds and becoming a 50 percent disabled bodybuilder and an influential author. This is Robert Brady Johnson's reality. Join us on "Death Taught Us How to Live" as Robert shares his incredible journey from a life-threatening stroke to achieving extraordinary feats that inspire us all. Relive his three months of relentless headaches, the shocking medical diagnosis, and his remarkable transformation fueled by faith, military discipline, and athletic determination.

Robert, a former athlete and military serviceman, opens up about his battle with physical limitations and how he found motivation in the most unexpected places—like watching children learn to walk. Hear how his unwavering mindset, humor, and faith have been his pillars of strength throughout his ongoing recovery journey. Robert’s story isn’t just about overcoming a medical condition; it's about the profound personal transformation that comes from facing and conquering life's harshest challenges. His insights into resilience, patience, and the power of positive self-talk are lessons for all of us.

You'll also be captivated by our “hot seat” segment, where Robert addresses the unique hurdles faced by young stroke survivors and shatters common misconceptions about their cognitive abilities. Learn about his advocacy for adaptive bodybuilding classes and his mission to uplift others through his book, "A Life of Commas: A Soldier's Story." Robert’s dedication to inspiring others shines through as he shares how prayer, the support of loved ones, and a life dedicated to glorifying God have been his guiding stars. Don’t miss this episode filled with heart, hope, and the relentless human spirit.

In this episode, Jessica and Brandon talk about how they started a life together then Brandon had an AVM rupture. In the blink of an eye, they had to navigate a new life as a stroke survivor and caregiver

Music: Good Vibe Chant

Artist: Ackemia "MIA" Wright

Video: https://youtu.be/BCbXMuNb0UI?si=Zl_m88kDPxeWee7w

Jason Lopes had a cerebral stroke. He comes to DTUHTL to explain how life is not over after a near-death experience.
He was in the wrong crowd as a young man but now he wants to show the young black youth, that they do have other options. He uses his platform on social media to inspire health and wellness as well as, show people that it doesn't matter where you start in life, it only matters where you go.

Intro song:

Good Vibe Chant

Artist:

Ackemia MIA Wright

In this episode, Molly shares how her family, friends, and questions about humanity and spirituality helped her through her stroke recovery. She also shares how she creates space for stroke survivors to reflect on their recoveries.

Her non-profit and podcast Beyond Stillness: Stories After Stroke empowers stroke survivors to publicly share their stories of wisdom, purpose, connection, and hope.

Music
Good Vibes Chant
Artist: Ackemia MIA Wright
• Ackemia MIA Wright- Good Vibes Chant

Transcript

My Guest is Ralph Cortese. Ralph is a stroke survivor who took his passion for hearing stroke survivor's stories and created a 24-hour web-based radio station for stroke survivors and their families.

Akira had a stroke in her adolescence. She comes to DTUHTL to explain how she dealt with being a stroke survivor as a black girl in the United States.

In this episode, my guest is Cory Getz. Cory is a stroke survivor who has a brain trauma support group in southern California. In his support group, he encourages people to come as they are and not to dwell on the trauma stories, because they have no purpose for recovery. He also is a firm believer in the benefits of CBD therapy with our physical recovery.