Today’s episode is extra special because we’re diving into something deeply personal—my brand-new memoir, More Parts Than a Chicken Nugget.
But this book wasn’t written alone. By my side through the process was Christina Metcalf—a gifted writer and, more importantly, someone who understands the meaning of the gift of life firsthand. Christina is a living donor, having given part of her liver to her half-sister in an incredible act of courage and love.
Together, Christina and I wove my journey into words—the surgeries, the setbacks, the resilience, and yes, even the humor that has carried me through. In this episode, Christina shares what surprised her most about my story, why she took on this project as a passion, and the bigger message we both hope readers will carry with them.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to turn a life’s worth of experiences into a memoir—or how organ donation touches not just one life but entire families—this conversation is for you.
Listen now and join us as we celebrate writing, resilience, and the gift of life.
Email: giftoflifepodcast@gmail.com
Website: www.giftoflifepodcast.com
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If this episode touched your heart, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Share it with family and friends—together we’re raising awareness, honoring donors, and celebrating new beginnings.
October 14th, 2025, 09:20 am
Gift of Life
Gift of Life 77 The Organ Transplant Podcast
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Published October 14th, 2025, 09:20 am
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Today’s episode is extra special because we’re diving into something deeply personal—my brand-new memoir, More Parts Than a Chicken Nugget.
But this book wasn’t written alone. By my side through the process was Christina Metcalf—a gifted writer and, more importantly, someone who understands the meaning of the gift of life firsthand. Christina is a living donor, having given part of her liver to her half-sister in an incredible act of courage and love.
Together, Christina and I wove my journey into words—the surgeries, the setbacks, the resilience, and yes, even the humor that has carried me through. In this episode, Christina shares what surprised her most about my story, why she took on this project as a passion, and the bigger message we both hope readers will carry with them.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to turn a life’s worth of experiences into a memoir—or how organ donation touches not just one life but entire families—this conversation is for you.
Listen now and join us as we celebrate writing, resilience, and the gift of life.
Email: giftoflifepodcast@gmail.com
Website: www.giftoflifepodcast.com
Facebook: Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast
Listen & Share: https://lnk.to/GiftofLife
If this episode touched your heart, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform. Share it with family and friends—together we’re raising awareness, honoring donors, and celebrating new beginnings.
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Gift of Life
The Organ Transplant Podcast. Gift of Life is Hosted by BJ Odom, a double transplant recipient who received a life-saving heart in 2003 and a kidney in 2015. BJ knows firsthand the power of organ donation. After receiving a heart transplant and facing the challenges of anti-rejection medication, he needed a second transplant – a kidney. Now, BJ shares his inspiring journey and those of others in the organ transplant world. Hear from those in the medical field, transplant recipients, donor families, and more, all to raise awareness about the lifesaving gift of organ donation.
