Upstroke Podcast Channel

About Upstroke Podcast Channel

Welcome to the Upstroke Podcast Channel, where real recovery meets raw honesty. I’m Shayne DeMarce — a biker, stroke survivor, and believer on a mission to turn tragedy into testimony. After a life-changing motorcycle crash and stroke, I set out to rebuild my body, my brain, my faith, and my purpose one conversation at a time. Each week, I share my story and also sit down with fellow stroke survivors, caregivers, therapists, and everyday heroes to talk about the uphill road of recovery — the mental battles, the breakthroughs, and the grace that keeps us going. Whether you’re fighting back from injury, walking through faith struggles, or just need a dose of real talk and hope, this show is for you. 🎥 Watch the full video versions and behind-the-scenes stories on YouTube at Upstroke Podcast Channel.

Publisher

Upstroke Podcast Channel

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Oct 2025

Latest episode

10 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

29 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Jul 2026

   Episode 25: What Stroke Rehabilitation Is Really Like

   Most people have no idea what to expect when they first enter rehabilitation after a stroke. In this episode, Shayne shares what rehab was really like for him, including the daily schedule, the different therapists involved, the slow pace of progress, and the importance of learning to recognize small improvements. He also talks about physiotherapy, occupational therapy, the role of family, the challenge of leaving structured rehabilitation, and why survivors need to ask questions and take an ...

2. 

   9 Jul 2026

   Episode #24 Interview: Can You Work After a Stroke? How He Rebuilt His Career

   When Oral suffered a stroke, he faced the same question that so many survivors ask themselves: "Will I ever be able to work again?" Instead of giving up, Oral chose a different path. He started his own business. In this conversation, Oral shares the challenges of rebuilding his life, the mindset that kept him moving forward, and why becoming self-employed gave him the opportunity to create a new future after stroke. If you've lost confidence, lost your career, or are wondering whether li...

3. 

   6 Jul 2026

   S1.E3 Upstroke Audio: Daily Stroke Recovery. Who Am I Now?

   After a stroke… you don’t just lose function. Sometimes—you feel like you lose yourself. And one of the hardest questions becomes: Who am I now? YouTube channel www.youtube.com/@UpstrokePodcast

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