Gift of Life
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<p>The Organ Transplant Podcast. Gift of Life is Hosted by BJ Odom, a double transplant recipient who received a life-saving heart in 2003 and a kidney in 2015. BJ knows firsthand the power of organ donation. After receiving a heart transplant and facing the challenges of anti-rejection medication, he needed a second transplant – a kidney. Now, BJ shares his inspiring journey and those of others in the organ transplant world. Hear from those in the medical field, transplant recipients, donor families, and more, all to raise awareness about the lifesaving gift of organ donation.</p>
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July 14, 2026
Gift of Life 116 The Organ Transplant Podcast
<div> <div> <p>In this unforgettable episode of Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast, we meet a true “unicorn” in the world of living organ donation. Kristie Sue’s journey began with a husband born with only one kidney, making organ donation a cause already close to her heart. But with love, faith, and encouragement from her family, she made a life-changing decision that few people ever consider.</p> <p> </p> <p>She donated one of her kidneys… to a complete stranger.</p> <p> </p> <p>What she experienced afterward was something impossible to describe fully—the overwhelming feeling of purpose, gratitude, and knowing she had helped save someone’s life. That experience impacted her so deeply that years later, she made another incredible decision.</p> <p> </p> <p>She became a living donor again.</p> <p> </p> <p>This time, donating a portion of her liver to another stranger in desperate need of hope and a second chance.</p> <p> </p> <p>Kristie Sue’s story is one of extraordinary compassion, unwavering faith, and the incredible power of giving. It’s a reminder that even in a world filled with challenges, there are still people willing to make the ultimate sacrifice for someone they may never meet.</p> <p> </p> <p>This episode will inspire you, move you, and remind you what humanity looks like at its very best.</p> <p> </p> <p>Let’s Stay Connected:</p> <p> </p> <p>Email: <a href="mailto:giftoflifepodcast@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">giftoflifepodcast@gmail.com</a></p> <p> </p> <p><img class="an1" draggable="false" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f4f1/32.png" alt="📱" loading="lazy" data-emoji="📱" aria-label="📱"> Facebook: Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast</p> <p> </p> <p><img class="an1" draggable="false" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f3a7/32.png" alt="🎧" loading="lazy" data-emoji="🎧" aria-label="🎧"> Listen and share on your favorite podcast platform.</p> <p> </p> <p>BJ Odom’s book<br>More Parts Than A Chicken Nugget… Grab your copy today: Available on Amazon in paperback & eBook!</p> <p> </p> <p>If this episode touched your heart, help us spread the message:</p> <p> </p> <p>Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform.<br>Share this episode with family and friends.</p> <p> </p> <p>Together, we’re raising awareness, honoring donors, and celebrating new beginnings.</p> <p> </p> <p>Thank you for being part of our life-giving community.</p> </div> </div> <div dir="auto"> </div>
July 7, 2026
Gift of Life 115 The Organ Transplant Podcast
<div> <div> <p>This week on Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast, we meet Kathy Snead. In 2009, Kathy was diagnosed with HCM, a diagnosis that would slowly change the course of her life. Year after year, her health challenges continued to grow more serious. Doctors warned her that one day she may need a liver transplant, but nothing could prepare her or her family for how quickly that day would come.</p> <p> </p> <p>In 2024, Kathy’s journey took a dramatic turn when she suddenly needed an emergency liver transplant.</p> <p> </p> <p>Through fear, uncertainty, setbacks, and emotional moments, Kathy leaned on faith, love, and the unwavering support of her husband who stood beside her every step of the way. Together they faced the unknown while holding onto hope and believing that God still had a purpose for Kathy’s life.</p> <p> </p> <p>In this powerful and emotional episode, Kathy shares the reality of living with chronic illness, the terrifying moments leading up to transplant, the miracle of organ donation, and the gratitude she now carries every single day.</p> <p> </p> <p>Her story is one of perseverance, faith, second chances, and a reminder that miracles still happen.</p> <p> </p> <p>Let’s Stay Connected:</p> <p> </p> <p>Email: <a href="mailto:giftoflifepodcast@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">giftoflifepodcast@gmail.com</a></p> <p> </p> <p><img class="an1" draggable="false" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f4f1/32.png" alt="📱" loading="lazy" data-emoji="📱" aria-label="📱"> Facebook: Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast</p> <p> </p> <p><img class="an1" draggable="false" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f3a7/32.png" alt="🎧" loading="lazy" data-emoji="🎧" aria-label="🎧"> Listen and share on your favorite podcast platform.</p> <p> </p> <p>BJ Odom’s book<br>More Parts Than A Chicken Nugget… Grab your copy today: Available on Amazon in paperback & eBook!</p> <p> </p> <p>If this episode touched your heart, help us spread the message:</p> <p> </p> <p>Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform.<br>Share this episode with family and friends. Together, we’re raising awareness, honoring donors, and celebrating new beginnings.</p> <p> </p> <p>Thank you for being part of our life-giving community.</p> </div> </div> <div dir="auto"> </div>
June 30, 2026
Gift of Life 114 The Organ Transplant Podcast
<div>This week on Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast, we meet Steven Gregory, a musician whose life was built around faith, family, and music alongside his wife. Like so many transplant journeys, Steven’s story began with what seemed like a normal life… until everything suddenly changed.<br><br>In his mid-50s, Steven learned he was suffering from cardiomyopathy, a diagnosis that would turn his world upside down. What followed was a difficult and emotional battle that led to a hospital stay lasting four and a half months. During that time, Steven spent nearly 100 days connected to a balloon pump while waiting and praying for the gift that could save his life.<br><br>Through every setback, every uncertain day, and every difficult moment, Steven says his faith carried him through.<br><br>Then came the call that changed everything — a life-saving heart transplant.<br><br>In this powerful and emotional episode, Steven shares:<br>• His life before heart failure changed everything<br>• The shocking diagnosis of cardiomyopathy<br>• What it was like spending months hospitalized waiting for hope<br>• The physical and emotional challenges of living on a balloon pump<br>• How faith, prayer, and family helped him keep going<br>• The moment he received the call for his new heart<br>• His gratitude for organ donation and the second chance he’s been given<br><br>Today, Steven is slowly getting back to normal life, returning to the music he loves, and embracing each day with gratitude and renewed purpose.<br><br>This episode is a reminder that even during life’s darkest moments, hope, faith, and the gift of organ donation can bring healing and new beginnings.<br><br>Let’s Stay Connected:<br><br>Email: <a href="mailto:giftoflifepodcast@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">giftoflifepodcast@gmail.com</a><br><br><img class="an1" draggable="false" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f4f1/32.png" alt="📱" loading="lazy" data-emoji="📱" aria-label="📱"> Facebook: Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast<br><br><img class="an1" draggable="false" src="https://fonts.gstatic.com/s/e/notoemoji/17.0/1f3a7/32.png" alt="🎧" loading="lazy" data-emoji="🎧" aria-label="🎧"> Listen and share on your favorite podcast platform.<br><br>BJ Odom’s book<br>More Parts Than A Chicken Nugget… Grab your copy today: Available on Amazon in paperback & eBook!<br><br>If this episode touched your heart, help us spread the message:<br>Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platforms.<br>Share this episode with family and friends. Together, we’re raising awareness, honoring donors, and celebrating new beginnings. Thank you for being part of our life-giving community.</div> <div dir="auto"> </div>
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- What is Gift of Life?
<p>The Organ Transplant Podcast. Gift of Life is Hosted by BJ Odom, a double transplant recipient who received a life-saving heart in 2003 and a kidney in 2015. BJ knows firsthand the power of organ donation. After receiving a heart transplant and facing the challenges of anti-rejection medication, he needed a second transplant – a kidney. Now, BJ shares his inspiring journey and those of others in the organ transplant world. Hear from those in the medical field, transplant recipients, donor families, and more, all to raise awareness about the lifesaving gift of organ donation.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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