Episodes 146
Avg. Duration 39m
Activity Declining
Since Oct 2019
Latest Episode Aug 2025

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About This Podcast

Kent's Kidney Stories is hosted by Kent Bressler, a Registered Nurse, AAKP Board of Director, Ambassador, Kidney Transplant Recipient, and Vice President of Kidney Solutions. He will share his journey, some insight he has learned, and interview fellow Kidney Warriors and leaders in the Kidney Community.

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Episode 146: Finn Israel's Journey - A Call for Hope and Kidney Donation

Aug 26, 2025 30m

Kent Bressler talks with Finn Israel, a young man living with Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome. Finn shares how a surprising diagnosis led to kidney failure and the urgent need for a transplant.…

Episode 145: From Rejection to Donation - Overcoming Obstacles with Project Donor

Jul 15, 2025 34m

Kent Bressler talks with Josie Maier, co-director of Project Donor—a nonprofit offering free support to living organ donor candidates. Kent reflects on his journey as a living donor kidney transplant…

Episode 144: Glenna Frey - The Case for Living Kidney Donation

Jun 24, 2025 1h 6m

Kent Bressler welcomes Glenna Frey, MSN, APRN-CNS. She has dedicated over 40 years to nephrology nursing, specializing in hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and kidney transplantation. In 2017, she…

Episode 143: The Heart of Kidney Research - Why Your Story Matters

Apr 29, 2025 47m

Kent Bressler speaks with Rachel Claudine and Dr. Sandy Gilbert from the National Kidney Foundation. They explore the groundbreaking KidneyCARE Study, a pioneering patient-centered research…

Episode 142: Resilience and Hope - Cody's Inspiring Kidney Story

Apr 09, 2025 44m

Cody Kubiak's story is one of extraordinary resilience, faith, and hope. In this episode, we dive into his powerful journey—from childhood surgeries to receiving a kidney transplant and battling…

Episode 141: The Power of Faith in Kidney Health

Mar 07, 2025 22m

Kent Bresler shares his personal journey through kidney disease, including his experiences with a kidney transplant, dialysis, and the challenges he faced with a recent health scare. With a focus on…

Episode 140: Rising Above - Dan Holmes' Journey from Navy Hero to Kidney Advocate

Nov 14, 2024 1h 17m

Join Kent Bressler in this deeply insightful episode of Kent's Kidney Stories as he welcomes Dan Holmes, a former U.S. Navy combat search and rescue operator, to discuss his remarkable journey…

Episode 139: Rewriting Medical History - The First Nutcracker Syndrome Kidney Donation

Sep 30, 2024 31m

In this episode, Kent Bresler sits down with LJ Dong, a remarkable individual who shares her unique journey of overcoming Nutcracker Syndrome and becoming a kidney donor. LJ talks about surviving…

Beating the Odds: Jamie's Double Heart Miracle

Aug 22, 2024 35m

In this heartfelt episode, Kent Bresler sits down with Jamie Stroup, a remarkable woman who has undergone not one, but two heart transplants, and a double lung transplant. Jamie shares her incredible…

Episode 137: The New Era Act: A Game Changer for Kidney Patients

Aug 09, 2024 25m

Join Kent Bressler as he delves into the New Era Act, a groundbreaking Bill aimed at improving the lives of those with rare kidney diseases. Learn about Kent's advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill, the…

Episode 136: Sonia and Ali - A London Kidney Miracle

Jul 15, 2024 51m

In this heartfelt episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bresler reconnects with Ali Dawson and Sonia, two inspiring individuals from London. Their story is a testament to the power of…

Episode 135: Transplants to Advocacy: Julie's Inspiring Kidney Journey

Jul 04, 2024 35m

In our latest episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, we bring you the incredible journey of Julie Lynn Nast. From her early struggles with kidney disease and a challenging pregnancy on dialysis to her…

Episode 134: Steven Gambrel - Twenty-Nine Years Strong: A Heart and Double Lung Transplant Journey

Jun 16, 2024 46m

In this special episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bresler steps outside the usual realm of kidney disease to bring you an inspiring conversation with Steven Gambrel, a heart and double lung…

Episode 133: Elaine Perlman - Tackling the Kidney Shortage with the End Kidney Deaths Act

Jun 09, 2024 54m

In this compelling episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bresler welcomes Elaine Perlman, Executive Director of Waitlist Zero and mentor for the National Kidney Donation Organization. Elaine…

Episode 132: Dr. Matthew Cooper - Beyond the Biopsy: Pioneering Kidney Health Monitoring

Apr 28, 2024 53m

Kent's Kidney Stories presents a powerful episode featuring Dr. Matthew Cooper, who sheds light on the latest advancements in kidney transplant monitoring. Discover the remarkable potential of…

Episode 131: Zachary Sutton - A Journey from Altruistic Donation to Transplant Advocacy

Apr 22, 2024 55m

In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bressler is joined by Zachary Sutton, a man of profound impact in the kidney community. With his doctorate in Health…

Episode 130: Uniting for Kidney Solutions - All About Our 2024 FunD Walk

Mar 26, 2024 43m

In this inspiring episode of Kent's Kidney Stories, host Kent Bresler invites Jonathan Traylor from Kerrville, Texas, to discuss the upcoming fun walk in April and the remarkable work being done at…

Episode 129: Diana Clynes - Charting the Course for Patient Empowerment

Mar 18, 2024 43m

Kent delves into the vital world of kidney health advocacy with special guest Diana Clynes, the dedicated Executive Director of the American Association of Kidney Patients (AAKP). With nearly two…

Episode 128: Joshua Tarnoff - Navigating the New Frontiers of Kidney Care

Feb 21, 2024 1h 5m

Josh Tarnoff joined NephCure as CEO in early 2018, fulfilling a long-held desire to serve the rare disease patient community more closely. He spent more than 30 years working in the pharmaceutical…

Episode 127: Jennifer Cramer-Miller - Embracing Life with Chronic Hope

Feb 11, 2024 1h 18m

In this heartwarming episode, Kent Bresler sits down with Jennifer Cramer-Miller, author of "Incurable Optimist: Living with Illness and Chronic Hope." Jennifer shares her profound journey as a…

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