Created in partnership with Kidney Care UK, Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast (DKWP) covers all aspects of living with chronic kidney disease.
Created in partnership with Kidney Care UK, Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast (DKWP) covers all aspects of living with chronic kidney disease.
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Episode 164
Dee Moore speaks with Consultant Nephrologist Professor Alex about some of the medications transforming the treatment of chronic kidney disease, discussing how these medications work, who could benefit from them and why they are changing the future of kidney care.
Episode 163
Dee speaks with Noël, who was born with vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), also known as kidney reflux. Noël's condition went undiagnosed until she was seven years old, but by then permanent kidney damage had already occured leading to chronic kidney disease (CKD).
Episode 162
Living kidney donation can offer the best outcomes for many people needing a kidney transplant, but beginning conversations about donation can feel overwhelming. Dee is joined be Jen Lumsdaine, a Lead Nurse for Living Donation, to discuss one of the most challenging aspects of the transplant journey: starting a conversation about kidney donation.
Episode 161
Rebecca Griffiths joins Dee Moore to share her remarkable journey through kidney failure, dialysis, transplantation and transplant loss, as well as reflecting on the physical and emotional impact of kidney disease.
Episode 160
Dee Moore speaks with Johanna, who was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease as a young child. She shares how kidney disease has shaped every stage of her life, from childhood and adolescence through to adulthood, dialysis, transplantation and motherhood.
Episode 159
Dee Moore speaks with Lynsey, living donor and sister to Carla, whose transplant journey was featured in the previous episode. Together they explore the perspective of living kidney donors and Lynsey reflects on watching her sister's health decline and what led her to make her decision. Dee and Lynsey also discuss donor testing, surgery, and recovery after kidney donation.
Episode 158
Dee speaks with Carla, a former mental health nurse, about her journey from a sudden of CKD to dialysis. Carla speaks honestly about her experience of dialysis access complications and setbacks and the impact they had on her mental wellbeing, as well as her eventual transplant. Together Carla and Dee explore the importance of follow up, clear communication and patient advocacy within care.
Episode 157
Cam developed kidney failure following what appeared to be a minor ear infection. Cam and host Dee Moore discuss how he adapted to kidney disease and his decision to undertake a marathon and attempt a world record within a year of becoming unwell, using this goal to support his physical and mental wellbeing and to raise awareness of kidney disease.
Episode 156
What is it like to be diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease (PKD) at just 10 years old – and to know it runs through your family? Dee Moore speaks with Natasja about her experience of PKD, a hereditary condition that has affected multiple generations of her family and which can cause chronic kidney disease.
Episode 155
In the second part of this two part series, Dee Moore sits down with Dr Adrian Brown to discuss what GLP-1 medications mean for people living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), especially those navigating dialysis, weight management and transplant eligibility.
Episode 154
Can your BMI affect whether you are eligible for a kidney transplant? For many people living with chronic kidney disease and dialysis, weight is not simply about health advice – it can directly influence access to transplant surgery. In part one of this two-part series, Dee Moore explores the realities of weight, BMI thresholds, and transplant eligibility with Dr Adrian Brown, Associate Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics in the Centre of Obesity Research at University College London.
Episode 153
What is it really like to grow up knowing kidney disease runs in your family? In this powerful episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, Dee is joined by Jamie from Texas, USA, who shares her lived experience of Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD) – a genetic kidney condition that can affect multiple generations.
Episode 152
Dee is joined by Hakeem, who shares his experience of growing up with sickle cell disease (SC genotype) and later being diagnosed with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Hakeem reflects on the realities of living with multiple long-term conditions and the resilience it takes to keep going. Together Dee and Hakeem explore issues around identity, acceptance, faith, mindset and importance of hope when the journey feels overwhelming.
Episode 151
In this episode, we explore gut health and why it matters for kidney patients, including the relationship between the gut microbiome and chronic kidney disease (CKD), inflammation, diet and wellbeing. Kidney dietitian Tadala explores practical and relevant topics for kidney patients including kidney-friendly nutrition, plant diversity and fibre and how you can eat well to support your health this year.
Episode 150
Join us in celebrating our 150th episode with a highlight of the most memorable conversations from 2025. This special episode features the voices of all our incredible guests kidney patients and health professionals alike – who have shared their journeys and insights with the Kidney Warrior community. You’ll hear from Dr. Kristen, Lois, Dr. Vikram, Lucy, Moe, Tadala, Timi, Tony, Lou, Sarah and Paula, each bringing something special to the table. It’s a true celebration of everyone’s contribution to our community. Thanks for being on this journey with us!
Episode 149
In this seasonal episode, host Dee Moore is joined by Sarah and Paula, two renal counsellors from Kidney Care UK, for an honest talk about the emotional realities of the holiday season and how kidney patients and their loved ones can navigate it with more calm, support and hope. They explore how Christmas and other holidays can bring mixed emotions and share practical tips and perspective-shifting ways to think about the season.
Episode 149
In this heartfelt Christmas Day special of the Diary of a Kidney Warrior podcast, Dee is joined by her co-host Moe, a familiar friend of the show, for a warm and encouraging episode. Together, they’ll be sharing and reading the heartfelt messages sent in by listeners, past guests, and the amazing Kidney Care UK staff. This episode is all about bringing you hope, gratitude, and a sense of togetherness right on Christmas Day, whether you’re watching or listening. So settle in and join us for a moment of warmth and community during the holiday season. We can’t wait to share this special time with you.
Episode 148
Dee Moore is joined by menopause specialist Dr Vikram Talaulikar to answer questions sent directly from the kidney community. They unpack what happens when menopause meets chronic kidney disease, answering questions on symptoms, HRT, bone health and much more. A filmed version of this podcast is also available on YouTube.
Episode 147
Dee sits down with Louise, whose journey with kidney disease and IgA nephropathy spans over 30 years. Louise was diagnosed with kidney disease when she was pregnant in her early 20s. She discusses experiencing pregnancy complications and how she coped with heart-breaking baby loss in the course of her pregnancy. Louise also shares her experience living abroad with CKD, undiagnosed angina, and receiving her transplant.
Episode 146
Host Dee sits down with Tony, who experienced a decade long journey with chronic kidney disease (CKD), receiving five "dry run" transplant calls before finally getting the life-changing gift of a kidney transplant. Tony went on to participate in the British Transplant Games, achieving a bronze in cycling. He discusses diagnosis, treatment and how sport helped his mental health during dialysis.
Episode 145
For this special Black History Month episode, Dee is joined by renal dietitians Timi and Tadala for an in-depth discussion about African food, culture and kidney health. Click through to watch the full podcast on YouTube, where Dee joins Timi and Tadala in the kitchen for a step by step guide to cooking delicious and kidney-friendly traditional African dishes.