Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the intersections of survival
Welcome to Scarred, Not Silent, a podcast where I open up about life with kidney disease, the transplant journey, and the healing that comes after. I'm Rodney, a kidney recipient, life coach, and social worker who's lived through dialysis, disability, and the quiet moments nobody talks about.This space is real talk for resilient souls. Whether navigating your chronic illness, supporting a loved one, or just curious about what it means to start over with a second chance, you're in the right place.Here, we keep it honest. We keep it hopeful. And most of all, we keep going.New episodes drop every Monday and Friday.Let’s breathe deep, live rooted, and walk this journey together.
Podcasting since 2025 • 86 episodes
Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the intersections of survival
Latest Episodes
The Day We Met the Man Who Saved My Life
In this episode, Rodney shares the unforgettable experience of meeting his kidney donor and his donor’s wife—alongside his own wife, who stood with him through it all. It was a moment filled with gratitude, emotion, and reflection. He also open...
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Who’s Driving My Care? When to Speak Up in the Doctor’s Office
There comes a moment in every patient’s journey when trust meets tension.You sit across from the doctor. Numbers are discussed. Adjustments are made. The visit ends… but the questions begin.In this episode, I walk through a recent...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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4:10
A little Break
Hey! I will see ya! Friday the 20th. Sorry, and thank you!
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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0:27
When Your Body Becomes the Unknown
Trust is an interesting thing. Most of us assume our bodies will do their job. Until one day they don’t.In this episode of Scarred Not Silent: Stories from the Intersection of Survival, Rodney Washington reflects on the complicate...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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10:35
Drop the Mic… After the Coughing Stops
For the past couple of weeks, I have been missing in action. A stubborn cold moved in and brought along a chronic cough for company. My voice now sounds like I stepped straight into a rap battle from the movie 8 Mile… except I might be...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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4:25