Beyond the Wheeze
Beyond the Wheeze is the podcast redefining what it means to live with asthma. Hosted by asthma advocate, runner, and patient voice Josh Rheaume, this show dives into the real stories, medical insights, and practical strategies that help people breathe easier and live stronger.
Each episode features honest conversations with healthcare experts, patients, and caregivers tackling the myths, challenges, and breakthroughs in asthma care and respiratory health. From managing triggers to staying active, navigating healthcare systems to advocating for better treatment — Beyond the Wheeze bridges the gap between patients and providers to build a future where no one feels alone in their diagnosis.
If you live with asthma, care for someone who does, or work in healthcare, this podcast gives you the tools, stories, and knowledge to take control, find hope, and keep moving forward.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 23
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
E22. Living Well with COPD: Pulmonary Rehab, Self-Advocacy, and the Power of Community with Glenn Kitchener
In this episode, I sit down with Glenn Kitchener, a passionate COPD advocate who opens up about his journey from smoking-related lung disease to finding new ways to live well with chron…
E21. Asthma, Pulmonary Testing, and AI in Medicine: Insights from Dr. Neil Maharaj
In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Neil Maharaj, a respirologist with over 20 years of experience and the Medical Director at Niagara Pulmonar…
E20. Air, Asthma, and Equity: What Shapes Kids’ Lung Health Today with Dr. Teresa To
In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I’m joined by Dr. Teresa To, a senior scientist at the Hospital for Sick Children and one of Canada’s leading voices in pediatric asthma and popula…
E19. The Unseen Cost of Caregiving: Christine Fader’s Story of Loss, Lung Cancer, and Advocacy
In this emotionally charged episode, we welcome Christine Fader, a caregiver advocate, author, and cancer widow. Christine shares her profound journey following her husband Michael's di…
E18. Empowering Patients Through Digital Health with Fahreen Walimohamed
In this episode, I’m joined by Fahreen Walimohamed, a health informatics professional and Implementation Manager at OnCall Health. We dig into her career journey, her passion for using …
E17. How AI Innovation Is Shaping Asthma Care with Dr. Meraj Khan
In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I’m joined by Dr. Meraj Khan, a clinical research scientist and CEO of DigiBiomics. We dive into how AI is changing the landscape of respiratory he…
E16. Honouring Rudhro: From Tragedy to Advocacy
Rumi and Prince lost their son, Rudhro, to a severe asthma attack at just eight years old. Since that devastating day, they’ve turned their grief into advocacy, building a movement to r…
E15. Optimizing Pediatric Asthma and Respiratory Care with Dr. Paolo Pianosi
This episode of Beyond the Wheeze is a special one for me. I had the chance to sit down with Dr. Paolo Pianosi, a retired pediatric pulmonologist whose work has made a lasting impact in…
E14. Asthma and Exercise: Why Staying Active Is Essential with Dr. Alan Kaplan
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Alan Kaplan — a family doctor who specializes in respiratory medicine and has spent years working to improve asthma care in Canada. Dr. Kaplan is the …
E13. Triumph Over Asthma: How Liz Radinovic Took Back Her Health
In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I sit down with Liz Radinovic, a personal trainer, health coach, and asthma athlete from Columbus, Ohio. Liz opens up about what it was like living…
E12. Leading Lung Health in Canada with Jessica Buckley, CEO of the Lung Health Foundation
In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Buckley, president and CEO of the Lung Health Foundation. We talk about where lung health stands in Canada right now and why it deserves far mor…
E11. Turning Asthma Into Action: A Journey of Resilience and Advocacy with Adrienne Lam
In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I dive into the inspiring journey of Adrienne Lam—an asthma advocate, runner, researcher, and educator.
Adrienne shares her personal experiences gro…
E10. Breaking Barriers: My Journey with Asthma, Running, and Resilience
In this special episode of 'Beyond the Wheeze,' host Josh swaps roles and becomes the guest, interviewed by his friend and healthcare professional, Joël Lachance-Artindale. They delve i…
E9. Stetson Childress: Collegiate Runner, Coach, and Asthma Thriver
In this episode, we are joined by Stetson Childress, a collegiate runner and coach, who shares his journey from Bethel University to pursuing an MBA and competing at Northern Kentucky U…
E8. Bridging Asthma Research & Treatment with Dr. Nonoyama
In this episode, we explore the multifaceted world of asthma care with Dr. Mika Nonoyama, a leading researcher and clinician specializing in cardio respiratory health. Dr. Nonoyama, an …
E7. Asthma Advocacy & Social Media Influence with Mia Fritsch-Anderson
In this episode, the host interviews Mia Fritsch-Anderson, a multi-talented advocate for asthma awareness. Mia, an accomplished social media influencer, dancer, athlete, mechanical engi…
E6. 6 A New Era in Asthma Management: Insights from DIA Labs Canada
In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, Josh welcomes two esteemed guests: Sahil Manjania, Director of DIA Labs Canada, and Pavankumar Yechem, Chief Scientific Officer at DIA Labs Canada.…
E5. Maggie Mac Neil: From Asthma to Olympic Gold – A Champion’s Journey
In this episode, we sit down with Maggie Mac Neil, an Olympic gold medalist and world record holder, recognized for her exceptional career in swimming despite battling asthma. Maggie sh…
E4. Katie Hulan: Defying the Odds and Thriving Beyond Stage Four
In this episode, Josh speaks with Katie Hulan, a remarkable individual who was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer at the age of 33 in February of 2021. Given only six months to live,…
E3. Transforming Asthma Care: Advocacy & Access with Jeff Beach
In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, host Josh sits down with Jeff Beach, CEO of Asthma Canada. They discuss the state of asthma care in Canada, the unique challenges faced by asthma p…