Podcasts

Bella’s Journey to Transplant

Posted on June 25th, 2024 by Colleen Gerber

Join us as we delve into Angela Voisard’s heart-wrenching story about her fourth child, Bella, a beautiful baby whose life took an unexpected turn after two months. An emergency visit […]

Grieving Loss on Father’s Day

Posted on June 11th, 2024 by Colleen Gerber

As Father’s Day approached, we had a conversation with Ryan Dornon, a father who lost his almost two-year-old daughter, Kinsley. Ryan shared their unimaginable story and talked about his journey […]

The Kidney Foundation of Ohio Services

Posted on May 28th, 2024 by Colleen Gerber

The Kidney Foundation of Ohio has assisted hundreds of individuals burdened with kidney disease since the 1950s. It has an esteemed but surprising history and a direct connection to organ […]

Neighborhood Shop Talk

Posted on April 30th, 2024 by Colleen Gerber

Relax in a cozy chair at Rival Barber Lounge and immerse yourself in the ambiance. You’ll feel like you’re part of an engaging conversation. Edmund Wilson III, the Lifebanc Community […]

Donate Life Month Message

Posted on April 2nd, 2024 by Colleen Gerber

We’re privileged to share a conversation with a remarkable individual who has experienced the donation process firsthand. Hannah Fleming, a dedicated nurse from the Cleveland Clinic Akron General Surgical team, […]

Abbie’s Echo

Posted on March 19th, 2024 by Colleen Gerber

You can hear Abbie’s echo in Matthew Carey’s voice if you listen very closely. Matthew Carey, a former firefighter and EMTP-P, knows firsthand through his whirlwind experience of needing a […]

Kicking Off Kidney Month

Posted on March 5th, 2024 by Colleen Gerber

Tanya’s journey as a kidney warrior began when she was only eight, diagnosed with a condition known as IgA nephropathy. This disease significantly altered the course of her life. Despite […]

Life by the Numbers

Posted on February 6th, 2024 by Colleen Gerber

Each year-end, Lifebanc reviews the number of lives impacted by the generosity of organ, eye, and tissue donors in northeast Ohio. It is humbling to report that organ donors saved […]

A Hero’s Hero

Posted on January 23rd, 2024 by Colleen Gerber

It was a beautiful day on the shores of Lake Erie. Lee Weber and his two sons, Alex and Jacob, who were 9 and 7 at the time, were spending […]

Honoring a Brother

Posted on December 26th, 2023 by Colleen Gerber

Many families have experienced a sudden and unexpected tragedy that results in their loved one becoming a donor. Although giving the gift of life and sight to others is a […]