This week, we welcome Jennifer Lentini, whose transplant journey began when she was just a teenager. On July 6, 1996, Jennifer received a life-saving heart transplant that gave her a second chance at life. But her story is far from over.
Today, at age 42, Jennifer continues her fight. She joined us for this episode while on dialysis, awaiting a kidney transplant—and facing the reality that she may also need a second heart transplant.
Jennifer’s story is one of resilience, love, and hope. It’s a reminder of why organ donation matters, and how the gift of life can carry someone through decades of challenges, triumphs, and the determination to keep going.
This heartfelt conversation is still in progress—because Jennifer’s journey is ongoing. Listen and learn why organ donation is not just about survival, but about living, loving, and cherishing every moment of time given.
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October 21st, 2025, 09:29 am
Gift of Life
Gift of Life 78 The Organ Transplant Podcast
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Published October 21st, 2025, 09:29 am
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This week, we welcome Jennifer Lentini, whose transplant journey began when she was just a teenager. On July 6, 1996, Jennifer received a life-saving heart transplant that gave her a second chance at life. But her story is far from over.
Today, at age 42, Jennifer continues her fight. She joined us for this episode while on dialysis, awaiting a kidney transplant—and facing the reality that she may also need a second heart transplant.
Jennifer’s story is one of resilience, love, and hope. It’s a reminder of why organ donation matters, and how the gift of life can carry someone through decades of challenges, triumphs, and the determination to keep going.
This heartfelt conversation is still in progress—because Jennifer’s journey is ongoing. Listen and learn why organ donation is not just about survival, but about living, loving, and cherishing every moment of time given.
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, help us spread the message:
Subscribe and leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform.
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Together, we’re raising awareness, honoring donors, and celebrating new beginnings. Thank you for being part of our life-giving community.
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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.
