Weekend Listen: Sick Boy’s Jeremie Saunders on Life Post Miracle CF Drug
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Enjoy this special feed drop of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp. In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by Canadian actor, podcaster, and cystic fibrosis advocate Jeremie Saunders, host of the hit show SickBoy. Building on his lived experience with CF, Jeremie has built a platform that breaks stigma and opens up real conversations about what it means to live well with chronic illness. Together, we talk about the disorienting reality of rapid body changes — whether from medication, illness, or simply moving through different stages of life — and how to navigate these shifts with compassion and grace. This conversation goes beyond chronic disease, offering lessons that resonate with anyone who’s ever struggled with body image, identity, or change.
Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode:
Introduction
Life With Cystic Fibrosis
Food Challenges With Cystic Fibrosis
Trikafta and the Metabolic Shift
Becoming a Stranger in Your Own Body
Body Changes, CF, and the Rise of #SkinnyTok
Diet Culture Temptations and Disordered Eating
When Wellness Culture Gets It Wrong
Why “Natural” Isn’t a Moral Flex
Humour as a Tool for Coping With Chronic Illness
Self-Compassion Through Body Changes
Gratitude, Growth, and Moving Forward
Check in with today’s amazing guest:
Podcast: Sickboy
Instagram: @jeremiesaunders
Youtube: /sickboymedia
Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider.
If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com.
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