What the Ef?!

What the Ef?! is the podcast that says out loud what everyone else with epilepsy is thinking: WTF is happening right now?! Hosted by Landis Wiedner , this show unpacks the unfiltered, often hilarious, sometimes heartbreaking realities of life with epilepsy. Each week, Landis brings together neurologists, advocates, celebrities, caregivers, and everyday people to share raw stories, expert insights, and those “you-can’t-make-this-up” epilepsy moments no one talks about—but everyone should. It’s equal parts education, community, and comic relief. Whether you’re living with seizures, supporting someone who is, or just curious to learn more, this show creates an approachable, stigma-busting space where laughter and real talk fuel change. ⚡ Epilepsy • Seizures • Awareness • Advocacy • WTF moments ⚡ Special thanks to SK Life Science and Neurelis for sponsoring 2024 and supporting conve

What the Ef?! is a society podcast hosted by What the EF, with 95 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

What the EF hosts What the Ef?!, a society show with 95 episodes published.

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  Episode #4

  Epilepsy Denial, Acceptance & the "Mystery" 5 Neurologists Couldn't Solve with Lucca Bevan

  Sep 29, 202656 minS12

  Let's be honest: most of us with epilepsy have been in a Deep Denial phase at some point. Lucca Bevan joins us to talk about hers. She shares what it took to move toward acceptance and the power of connecting with others who just “get it.” We also talk about the impact of epilepsy on your sense of self and being denied opportunities because of it. Plus, how an 1800s history book explained the mystery seizures that five neurologists couldn't. Shout to sponsors Neurelis , SK life science, & PATI and community partners Epilepsy Foundation, Danny Did Foundation, & Epilepsy Alliance America for believing in this podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #3

  SUDEP: What It Is, Who's at Risk, & How to Find Peace of Mind with Dr. Rebecca Garcia Sosa & Mary Duffy

  Sep 22, 20261h 2mS12

  Let's talk about the thing nobody wants to talk about: SUDEP. If you're wondering what it is, whether you're at high risk, or how to find some peace of mind, this one's for you. Dr. Rebecca Garcia Sosa and Mary Duffy get into why this may not come up at the doctor's office, how to check in with your neuro about it, and how overnight devices can help you sleep a little easier. Mary also shares Danny's story and how to get help from Danny Did Foundation at dannydid.org.  It's a heavy topic, but it's a hopeful conversation. Thank you to NightWatch+ for sponsoring this episode about SUDEP. To learn more about this new device, visit: https://nightwatchepilepsy.com/en-us/ Shout outs to the folks who believe in this podcast and make these convos possible! Thank you sponsors Neurelis , SK Life Science, & PATI and community partners Epilepsy Foundation of America, Danny Did Foundation, & Epilepsy Alliance America! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #2

  Can I Drive With Epilepsy? with Matt Suchan

  Sep 15, 202644 minS12

  Ah, the driving debate. Matt Suchan's breakthrough seizure dragged this issue back to the front of his life—and put a spotlight on just how wildly inconsistent the laws are. Three months seizure-free in some states. Six or twelve months in others. Cool, cool, very normal system we've got here. Turns out, top docs have strong opinions on what they actually think the minimum should be before patients get back behind the wheel. (Spoiler: it might not be what you expect.) Also in this episode: Mama Suchan sets the record straight on Matt's already-unhinged diagnosis story (don't worry, it's still completely nuts), I unveil my personal conspiracy theories on the link between epilepsy and creativity, and Matt explains what it's like to see colors in letters and music—a real phenomenon called synesthesia, which may be linked to heightened creativity. Shout to sponsors Neurelis , SK life science, & PATI and community partners Epilepsy Foundation, Danny Did Foundation, & Epilepsy Alliance America for believing in this podcast! 2uesday - Matt's Album "Seizures, Driver Licensure, and Medical Reporting Update: An ANN Position Statement" Neurology Journals , March 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Dating, Epilepsy, & OT with Joellys Pratts (ft. Albert Garcia)

  Sep 8, 202651 minS12

  It started with wings on the first date. Now Joellys gives Albert pop quizzes on her seizure meds and he calls auras super powers. These two share how epilepsy has become a part of their love story...something that always seems tricky, until it doesn't. Joellys is also making history by changing the standards for occupational therapy (OT) and epilepsy. (Don't worry, she also explains what the ef OT is!) And ya know how we've all been told “no” from our docs because of epilepsy? Like swimming, sports, or bathing your child? Joellys is already using OT to problem solve those No’s into Yes’s! What “No” do you want changed to a “Yes”? Tell Joellys -- she'll get on it! Fill out this survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/epilepsy Torie being hilarious episode: Apple , Spotify , YouTube Shout out to the folks who believe in this podcast and make these convos possible! Thank you sponsors Neurelis , SK Life Science, & PATI and community partners Epilepsy Foundation of America, Danny Did Foundation, & Epilepsy Alliance America! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Episode #7

  Music, Seizures, & Showing Up with Drew Dixon (ft. Electric Minds co-founder Dr. Dan Snelgrove)

  Jun 16, 202653 minS11

  You’d never guess that Drew Dixon quit guitar lessons at 7 years old. But through this same childhood whimsicality, a journey began in which he discovered a deep belief in music’s effects on the brain and the soul. Now Drew has a successful music career that his 7-year-old self would never believe — including his recent hit "Running." (Stay to the end for an acoustic play of it!) Drew shares his songwriting process, what it actually takes to survive the music industry (full rooms, empty rooms, overnight tours — you play them all), and his work doing music therapy with hospital patients. And how he manages all of this while managing his epilepsy.  We rewind and talk about the normalcy of keeping epilepsy a secret as a teenager and why Drew didn’t even tell his childhood friend who *also* has epilepsy and what happened when he did….you might recognize this friend! Dr. Dan Snelgrove (re: “The Pitt” episode) joins the convo to talk about his and Drew’s journey co-founding Electric Minds Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing joy — and Disneyland — to kids with epilepsy. Check out Electric Minds Foundation: https://www.electricmindsfoundation.org/ Shout to Neurelis , SK life science, Epilepsy Foundation, Danny Did Foundation, & Epilepsy Alliance America for believing in this podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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