Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast

About Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast

Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is an award-winning kidney health podcast hosted by Kidney Patient, Vlogger, Speaker and Advocate, Dee Moore. Each episode features either a kidney patient (including people: living with chronic kidney disease not yet on dialysis, on dialysis, and kidney transplant recipients), a leading healthcare professional, a living donor or a care partner, sharing their unique experiences and expertise across every stage of the kidney journey—from chronic kidney disease (CKD) and kidney disease prevention to dialysis, transplantation, living donation, nutrition, emotional wellbeing and the latest advances in kidney care. Whether you are living with kidney disease, supporting a loved one, working in healthcare or simply want to understand kidney health better, this podcast is here to educate, empower and inspire. Expect real stories, expert advice and practical information to help you navigate life with kidney disease with greater knowledge, confidence and hope. Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast is proud to partner with Kidney Care UK, helping to raise awareness of kidney disease and amplify the voices of the kidney community. Educate. Empower. Inspire.

Publisher

Dee Moore

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

25 Aug 2020

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

197 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Oct 2026

   Episode 170: Black Men’s Kidney Health: Breaking the Silence with DJ Ace

   In this Black History Month special of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, DJ Ace returns for an open conversation about Black men’s kidney health, kidney failure, dialysis, kidney transplantation, diabetes, emotional wellbeing and the importance of speaking openly about health. Four years after his first appearance on the podcast, Ace reflects on life after kidney transplantation and the fears that can remain, including concerns about transplant rejection and the possibility of returning to dialysis. He also shares his experience of being diagnosed with diabetes at a young age and why greater awareness of the link between diabetes, high blood pressure and kidney disease is so important. The conversation explores the pressure many Black men can feel to “be strong”, keep going and deal with illness privately, as well as the need to make health conversations feel normal within families, friendship groups and community spaces. We also discuss health inequalities, trust in healthcare, cultural understanding, representation of Black healthcare professionals, and whether Black communities are really “hard to reach” — or simply not being reached in the right way. This episode is a powerful conversation about kidney health, masculinity, representation, early detection, life after transplant and the importance of speaking up. Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast shares real stories and expert conversations to educate, empower and inspire people living with kidney disease and those who support them. In partnership with Kidney Care UK. Until next time, take care and choose to live. DJ Ace's Kidney Warrior Story 📺YouTube https://youtu.be/tIiy3n69Gpo 🍏Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/diary-of-a-kidney-warrior-podcast-kidney-health-podcast/id1529196456?i=1000583646924 🎵Spotify https://open.spotify.com/episode/7wOI9ZB7hnfHAzpHcnvlL1?si=W_6CwgMdSL6xZfCggxZWZA&utm_source=copy-link 🔗Podbean shttps://www.podbean.com/ei/pb-ju4cn-12ef7a1 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior: 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r ☕ Support Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast If you value Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast and would like to support the work that goes into creating and growing the show, you can Buy Me a Coffee: 👉🏽👉 https://buymeacoffee.com/diaryofakidneywarrior There’s absolutely no obligation — listening, sharing, subscribing and recommending the podcast are all valuable ways to support the show. Listen to DJ Ace on: Flagship R&B Show: Airs Sundays at 9 PM, featuring new R&B tracks, classic KISSTORY throwbacks, and special guest interviews. Weekday Mornings: Wakes up listeners on KISSTORY R&B with the weekday breakfast show starting at 7 AM.  https://www.hellorayo.co.uk/kiss/shows Follow DJ Ace: 🐦Twitter(X): @djace 📸Instagram: @djace 📘Facebook: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moreace Kidney Care UK 💻 Website: www.kidneycareuk.org 📧 info@kidneycareuk.org 📞Tel: 01420 541 424 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/kidneycareuk.org 📷Instagram: @kidneycareuk 🔵Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/kidneycareuk.bsky.social 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeqQTdAsEzXphqjHVtcTD-A 📩 To sign up to receive the Kidney Matters Quarterly Magazine Email: info@kidneycareuk.org Kidney Care UK's Kidney Kitchen Kidney Kitchen recipes are very carefully analysed and approved by

2. 

   28 Sept 2026

   Episode 169: IgA Nephropathy: Brittany’s 8-Year Journey to Diagnosis, Treatment & Self-Advocacy

   What happens when your kidney function looks normal, but something is still wrong? In this episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, Dee Moore is joined by Brittany, a wife, mom, veterinary professional and kidney disease advocate, who shares her journey to being diagnosed with IgA nephropathy (IgAN) after years of uncertainty. Brittany’s kidney journey began in 2016, when symptoms initially resembling a urinary tract infection led to further investigations. Despite ongoing concerns, protein in her urine and repeated appointments with healthcare professionals, her kidney function remained good and a kidney biopsy was not initially pursued. It wasn’t until September 2024 that a kidney biopsy finally provided the answer: IgA nephropathy, with secondary characteristics of minimal change disease. Brittany shares openly about the long road to diagnosis, living with fatigue before knowing what was happening in her body, her experience of pregnancy during that period and what it was like finally to have a name for the condition she had been living with for years. The conversation also explores an important and sometimes misunderstood aspect of kidney disease: good kidney function does not always tell the whole story. Brittany explains why reducing proteinuria became such an important part of protecting her kidneys, even while her kidney function remained high. Brittany also talks candidly about IgA nephropathy treatment, including difficult side effects she experienced with one medication, hospitalisation, the impact on her kidney function, liver enzymes and blood counts, and the decisions she and her medical team faced when considering what to try next. She later shares her experience with a different treatment and the significant reduction in proteinuria she personally experienced — while recognising that every person’s response to treatment can be different. Throughout the conversation, one message comes through again and again: advocate for yourself. Drawing on her own experience — and 16 years working in veterinary medicine advocating for animals who cannot speak for themselves — Brittany explains what patient self-advocacy can actually look like. From asking questions and seeking second opinions to using reliable research and connecting with others living with the same condition, she encourages people with kidney disease to use their voice, even when doing so feels uncomfortable. In this episode: • Brittany’s kidney journey from 2016 to diagnosis in 2024 • The long road to an IgA nephropathy diagnosis • Kidney biopsy and finally getting answers • Fatigue and life before diagnosis • Understanding IgA nephropathy (IgAN) • Proteinuria and why it matters • Why treatment may be needed even when kidney function is preserved • Brittany’s personal experiences of treatment and side effects • The emotional impact of living with chronic kidney disease • Why kidney function does not always tell the whole story • Patient self-advocacy and asking questions • Seeking a second opinion when you need one • The importance of sharing kidney patient stories and knowing you are not alone 🎧 Listen to the full audio episode and follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast on your favourite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. 📺 Prefer to watch? The audio + visual version of this conversation is also available on the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast YouTube channel. 💬 Join the conversation: What part of Brittany’s story resonated with you? Share the episode with someone who may benefit from hearing her experience. ⚠️ Disclaimer: The experiences shared in this episode are Brittany’s personal lived experience of IgA nephropathy. Everyone’s kidney journey is different, and this conversation is not intended to be individual medical advice. This episode includes discussion of medicines and treatment. Please do not start, stop or change any medication or treatment based on what you hear in this episode.

3. 

   14 Sept 2026

   Episode 168: Can You Take Protein Powder, Collagen & Creatine With Kidney Disease? A Kidney Dietitian Explains

   Can you take protein powder, collagen or creatine if you have kidney disease? And could these popular supplements affect your kidneys, blood test results or dialysis treatment? Protein powders, collagen and creatine are everywhere – from gyms and supermarkets to social media. But for people living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), kidney failure or receiving dialysis, deciding whether these supplements are appropriate isn’t always straightforward. In this episode of Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast, Dee Moore is joined by Tadala Kolawole, Senior Renal Dietitian, to explore protein, collagen and creatine through the lens of kidney disease. Tadala has over a decade of experience in renal dietetics and is passionate about culturally appropriate nutrition, early detection and preventative kidney health education. Together, Dee and Tadala discuss: • What protein is and why the body needs it • What protein powders are and when they may be useful • Protein requirements in early-stage CKD • Protein needs in later-stage CKD • Why people receiving dialysis may need more protein • How to choose an appropriate protein supplement • What can happen when you consume too much protein • What collagen is and why people take collagen supplements • Whether collagen is suitable for people living with kidney disease • Potential risks of consuming too much collagen • What creatine is and how it works • Whether creatine is safe for people with kidney disease • The important difference between creatine and creatinine • How creatine supplementation may affect creatinine and eGFR blood test results • Why supplements need to be considered in the context of your individual kidney function, nutritional needs and treatment Whether you are living with CKD, receiving dialysis, considering supplements for the gym, trying to maintain muscle, or simply want to understand how protein, collagen and creatine relate to kidney health, this conversation will help you ask better questions and make more informed decisions with your healthcare team. Remember: more isn’t always better. Your protein and nutritional requirements can change depending on your stage of kidney disease, whether you receive dialysis and your individual circumstances. 🎧 Listen to the full audio episode now and share it with someone who may find this conversation helpful. ⭐ Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast so you don’t miss future episodes. 💬 Join the conversation: If you found this episode helpful, leave a comment or review and let us know what you learned. 📺 Prefer to watch? The full audio and visual version of this episode is also available on the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast YouTube channel https://youtu.be/LZUVnb2H6Rs Disclaimer: This episode is for educational purposes only and should not replace personalised medical advice. If you have any concerns about your health, please speak with your healthcare professional. Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast shares real stories and expert conversations to educate, empower and inspire people living with kidney disease and those who support them. In partnership with Kidney Care UK. 📸Instagram: www.instagram.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 📘Facebook: www.facebook.com/diaryofakidneywarrior 🐦Twitter (X): www.twitter.com/diaryofakidneyw 🎵Tik Tok: @diaryofakidneywarrior 📺Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChGUfib7lu9eKENlLJ6lafw 🔵 BlueSky: @diaryofakidneyw.bsky.social 💌 Join the Diary of a Kidney Warrior Family Mailing List Get updates on new episodes, vlogs, newsletters, and more! 👉🏽👉 Sign up here: https://diaryofakidneywarrior.getform.com/rjv47 📲 Follow Diary of a Kidney Warrior on WhatsApp Stay updated with new episodes and exclusive content! 👉🏽👉 Join here: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaO3ms71iUxipp1eeh2r Follow Tadala LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tadala-kolawole-3470381ba?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app Kid

Who has been a guest on Diary of a Kidney Warrior Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Steve Light
• Christy Millar
• Dr Jacquie
• Dr Lavanya Kamesh
• Fez

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

330,487

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

10 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 88 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

89

Social presence

94

YouTube

86

Engagement

85

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