"In launching my podcast, I wanted to bring to the table what I learned from my 20 years of working in the NHS as part of a multi-disciplinary team in speech and occupational therapy. I wanted to draw on my own negative health experiences, empowering others to be their own health manager and not a passive observer of their own medical care. I wanted to take the listener back to day one, the day their life changed forever when they were told that their kidneys were failing, when they weren’t in the emotional or psychological place to process the information they were being given, and create something that they could listen back to as many times as they needed to. I wanted to explore all areas of kidney disease and talk about difficult and sensitive subjects, but always with the message of hope."
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast: episode 1
Dee Moore's Kidney Warrior Story
Dee Moore was diagnosed with stage 4 chronic kidney disease (CKD) in 2018. She decided to share her journey online, creating a vlog before moving into podcasting in the summer of 2020. Her Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is now created in partnership with Kidney Care UK.
Dee says: “When I was discharged from hospital and was feeling lost, the first organisation that I reached out to was Kidney Care UK. To be able to pay that support forward and work together with Kidney Care UK who supported me in my hour of need to help my fellow Kidney Warriors is really an honour.
"Every aspect of CKD is open for exploration in the podcast and I have covered subjects such as mental health, sleep hygiene, understanding renal blood test results, deceased and living organ donation, and advice for newly diagnosed kidney warriors. I hope that listeners will feel educated, empowered and inspired to thrive within their own kidney warrior journey.”
The interviews in the podcast are intimate and informative, and each episode explores different aspects of kidney disease. It also aims to be encouraging and uplifting. Whether you live with kidney disease, or a family or friend does, this podcast will help you learn more.
Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast: listen now
New episodes of Diary of Kidney Warrior Podcast are available to download every other Monday from Podbean, Apple Podcast and Spotify. You can also listen to episodes on YouTube.
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Episode 122
Home Haemodialysis: a Patient’s Perspective
In this inspiring episode of the "Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast", host Dee Moore sits down with freelance copywriter Gemma Savory. Gemma has been battling kidney failure and stage 4 cancer for nearly a decade. They discuss the challenges of managing dual diagnoses and how Gemma found strength in her support network.
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Episode 121
An introduction to home haemodialysis
In this episode, Dee is joined by Sister Colette Doyle, a lead home haemodialysis nurse specialist. Colette provides an in-depth introduction to home haemodialysis, explaining what it entails, who it is suitable for, and the training process involved, as well as the advantages of home haemodialysis and the potential challenges.
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Episode 120
The link between hypertension and CKD in the Black community
In a special episode celebrating Black History Month, Dee Moore delves into the topic kidney health in the Black community. Dee is joined by award-winning Senior Nephrologist Ibi Erekosima, known for his work on the prevention of kidney disease in sub-Saharan Africa.
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Episode 119
Tips and advice for haemodialysis: a nurse's perspective
Host Dee Moore speaks with dialysis nurse Alain Tria. Alain shares tips and advice for haemodialysis patients. Whether you're a patient, a healthcare professional, or someone interested in learning more about haemodialysis, this episode is packed with information.
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Episode 118
4 years of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast: Dee's exclusive listener led Q&A episode
In this milestone episode, Dee is joined by co-host Jerome Espy. Dee reflects on her journey since starting Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, discussing the challenges and triumphs she's faced along the way.
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Episode 118
Kevin's kidney transplant story: 30 years and counting
Kevin Malton shares his remarkable 30-year kidney transplant story. Kevin discusses his journey from being diagnosed at age eight due to E. coli poisoning, through his initial and subsequent dialysis treatments, and ultimately to receiving a life-saving kidney transplant from his father.
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Episode 117
Preparation for transplantation: bridging the medical and psychological part 2
In the second episode of a two-part series exploring the psychological support available to kidney patients during the transplant process, host Dee Moore is joined by Renal Clinical Psychologist Dr Emma Coyne.
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Episode 116
Preparation for transplantation: bridging the medical and psychological
Join host Dee Moore and Dr Emma Coyne, Renal Clinical Psychologist, as they explore the vital role of psychologists in preparing kidney patients for transplantation.
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Episode 115
Overcoming adversity: A kidney warrior's battle with CKD and sepsis
In this episode, kidney warrior Rachel Stuart shares her experience of navigating the challenging journey of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and the life-threatening condition of sepsis.
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Episode 114
Rare Kidney Diseases: Katie's Journey with Loin Pain Haematuria Syndrome
Katie Newell shares her journey with rare kidney condition Loin Pain Haematuria Syndrome (LPHS), discussing its impact on her health and mission to raise awareness around LPHS.
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Episode 113
Plant Protein vs Animal Protein, Supplements & CKD
Join award-winning renal dietitan Joan Hernandez to dive into the complex world of protein intake for CKD patients. Jen shares expert insights and practical advice, from the difference between plant and animal proteins to the role of supplements.
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Episode 112
Managing uncertainty in chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Join Dee and clinical psychologist Dr Roz to discuss uncertainty in CKD, exploring its impact on mental health and offering strategies to manage it effectively such as mindfulness.
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Episode 111
Babies with kidney disease: a mother’s experience of navigating uncertainty
Rajinder shares her affecting journey as a parent of a child with CKD, starting from a complicated pregnancy to challenges of parenting a son with failing kidneys.
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Episode 110
Kay’s kidney warrior story: a journey through kidney disease and pregnancy
Osteopath Kay Allardyce shares her journey living with CKD, discussing her diagnosis, dialysis, and eventual transplantation. Kay also talks about her experiences with planning a family, pregnancy and childbirth while living with CKD.
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Episode 109
Babies with kidney disease: navigating uncertainty during pregnancy onwards
Dr Jan joins to Dee shed light on the anxiety parents experience when kidney abnormalities are detected at the 20-week scan, the importance of ongoing monitoring and the challenges of managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) in newborns.
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Episode 108
Khiry's kidney warrior story
Lupus volunteer and Kidney Peer Supporter Khiry Rowe-Hopkins open up about his personal journey battling lupus and CKD. Khiry bravely sheds light on the challenges he faced and the strength he found to overcome these health conditions.
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Episode 107
Senet’s kidney warrior story: a life-changing journey from dialysis to transplantation
Senet Kassaye joins Dee Moore to share her inspirational Kidney Warrior story: Senet shares about having a sudden diagnosis of kidney failure, choosing to delay starting dialysis, choosing not to have a fistula, organ donation and more!
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Episode 106
Emma's kidney warrior story
Young peritoneal dialysis patient Emma Kearns shares her journey from early kidney disease diagnosis through to her struggles with sepsis, kidney failure and the challenge of an ableist workplace. Emma's story is one of resilience, courage, and determination.
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Episode 105
Fez’s kidney warrior story
Dee speaks with three-time kidney transplant recipient Fez Awan to talk about being born with CKD, childhood bullying, and the importance of seeking out support networks and looking after your mental health.
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Episode 104
Introduction to Peritoneal Dialysis
Dee explores peritoneal dialysis, sharing her personal experiences and getting an expert perspective from Dr Lavanya Kamesh, a Consultant Nephrologist with a 15-year specialisation of peritoneal dialysis.
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Episode 103
The magic curtain… or is it?
In this episode, Dee shares her personal observations and insightful commentary, giving you a unique perspective on what it's like to navigate the healthcare system as a patient.