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The Pain Game Podcast with Lyndsay Soprano

The Pain Game Podcast with Lyndsay Soprano

By: Lyndsay Soprano
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 The Pain Game Podcast is where raw truth, real trauma, and relentless healing collide. Hosted by Lyndsay Soprano, the show dives deep into the lived experience of chronic pain, trauma, disability, and the messy, beautiful process of rebuilding your life when everything hurts.

Each week, Lyndsay sits down with survivors, experts, and everyday humans who’ve walked through hell — and chose to rise anyway. These are the conversations most people are too afraid to have: the kind that rip the bandages off, challenge the system, and give pain a purpose.

If you’re living with chronic pain, navigating trauma recovery, healing from medical gaslighting, or searching for community in the chaos, you’re in the right place. This podcast was built for the fighters, the feelers, and anyone who refuses to stay silent about what hurts.

New episodes every Tuesday at 8am EST.
You’re not alone in this fight — and you don’t have to heal quietly.Copyright Lyndsay Soprano Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences
Episodes
  • What Started It All

    What Started It All
    Dec 16 2025
    ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and suicidal ideation. Please listen with care and prioritize your safety.

    In this powerful Season 3 finale, Lyndsay Soprano opens up like never before. She reflects on her own story—navigating trauma, chronic pain, and the often invisible weight of living in a body that refuses to cooperate. From a deeply personal history of sexual assault to the ongoing fight for care and dignity as someone living with disability, Lyndsay doesn’t hold anything back.

    She shares what it’s been like returning to ketamine therapy, the exhaustion of chasing diagnoses, and the quiet strength it takes to keep going when healing feels impossibly far away. But this episode isn’t just about her, it’s about all of us. The ones who are still hurting. The ones in therapy. The ones who are tired. The ones who show up anyway.

    Season 3 ends not with a neat conclusion, but with a clear message: we must start where we are. We must continue to have the uncomfortable conversations. And we don’t have to do it alone.

    Tune in to the finale if you need a reminder that your story matters, your pain is valid, and there is real strength in showing up exactly as you are.

    Find The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:
    Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
    Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
    Facebook: The Pain Game Podcast
    LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
    YouTube: The Pain Game Podcast

    Episode Highlights:
    (00:00) Introduction to the Pain Game Podcast
    (01:25) Lyndsay's Personal Journey with Trauma
    (09:35) The Frustration of Diagnosis
    (13:46) Advocacy and Healthcare for the Disabled
    (15:04) Starting Where You're At
    (18:40) The Importance of Mind, Body, and Spirit
    (21:47) Childhood Trauma and Its Effects
    (24:26) Resilience and Gratitude
    (28:46) Confronting Suicide Ideation
    (32:00) Closing Thoughts and Future Directions

    Episodes and Guests Mentioned Throughout:
    Episode 119: Angel Parker - Diagnosis Detective
    Episode 118: Dr. Jim Keany - Outside of the Prescription Pad
    Episode 150: Chanda Hinton - Redefining Healthcare for People with Disabilities
    Episode 147: Jason Ott - Start Wherever You're At
    Episode 144: Michael Byrne - Sleep: No More Bed Dread
    Episode 145: Alreen Haeggquist - Triumph From Trauma
    Episode 122: Jeannette Tashjian - Surviving the Suicidal Thoughts Storm

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    Unfiltered convos. Dark humor. Real healing.
    This is where pain meets purpose — and you’re not doing it alone.

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    35 mins
  • You. Supercharged!

    You. Supercharged!
    Dec 2 2025
    When your body is breaking down, how do you continue to show up with power and purpose? In this inspiring episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with Fitz Koehler—a cancer survivor, fitness expert, and fierce advocate for living fully, no matter what life throws your way.Fitz shares her journey from diagnosis to recovery, and how she used fitness not just as a physical outlet, but as a mental and emotional anchor. She and Lyndsay discuss the importance of self-examination, the value of integrating Western medicine with holistic care, and why small, intentional shifts can lead to significant, lasting results.They also dive into the importance of community, storytelling, and creating space for both grit and grace in the healing process. Fitz opens up about her new book and podcast, both of which were created to inspire others to move their bodies, take control of their health, and find joy even in the most challenging seasons.This episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to wait for perfect circumstances to start prioritizing yourself. You can choose to fight. You can choose to feel strong. And you absolutely deserve to feel good in your body again.Tune in if you're ready to take your power back—one breath, one rep, one step at a time.Find Fitz Koehler Online Here:Website: www.fitzness.com/blog/Instagram: @fitznessFacebook: Fitz KoehlerLinkedIn: Fitz KoehlerYouTube: The Fitzness ShowTikTok: @fitzness13Book: You. Supercharged! The Exact Formula for Fitness, Weight Loss, and Longevity Find The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:Website: thepaingamepodcast.comInstagram: @thepaingamepodcastFacebook: The Pain Game PodcastLinkedIn: Lyndsay SopranoYouTube: The Pain Game PodcastEpisode Highlights:(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Trauma(02:39) Fitz Koehler’s Cancer Journey(05:38) The Importance of Self-Examination(08:23) Navigating Western Medicine and Holistic Approaches(11:24) The Role of Fitness in Health(14:25) Empowerment Through Fitness and Health(17:11) Supercharging Your Life(19:54) Understanding Fitness and Nutrition(23:05) Addressing Gender-Specific Health Issues(25:52) The Impact of Diets on Health(28:27) The Fitness Show and Community Engagement(31:36) Morning Mile Program for Kids(34:35) Closing Thoughts and EncouragementSubscribe on YouTube | Merch is Coming (Finally) | This Is More Than a PodcastUnfiltered convos. Dark humor. Real healing.This is where pain meets purpose — and you’re not doing it alone.++Want to be a guest on The Pain Game Podcast with Lyndsay Soprano? Send her a message on PodMatch, here: Be a Guest on The Show
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    42 mins
  • Redefining Healthcare for People with Disabilities

    Redefining Healthcare for People with Disabilities
    Nov 25 2025
    Living with a disability shouldn’t mean fighting for basic care—but for far too many, it does. In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with Chanda Hinton for a raw and powerful conversation about chronic pain, systemic gaps in healthcare, and what it really takes to advocate for change when the system isn’t built for you.

    Chanda shares her journey of living with a spinal cord injury, navigating a healthcare world that often overlooks those with complex needs, and turning her personal pain into public advocacy. Together, she and Lyndsay dig into the emotional weight of being your own best (and sometimes only) advocate, the role of integrative therapies in real healing, and the urgent need for accessibility—not just in buildings, but in policy, mindset, and care.

    This conversation is a call to action. It's about moving beyond survival, demanding better, and building community-powered support for those who live with disabilities every single day.

    Tune in if you’re tired of waiting for the system to change—and ready to help change it yourself.

    Find Chanda Hinton Online Here:
    Website: www.chandacenter.org
    Instagram: @chandacenterforhealth
    Facebook: Chanda Center for Health
    LinkedIn: Chanda Center for Health
    YouTube: Chanda Center for Health

    Find The Pain Game Podcast Online Here:
    Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
    Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
    Facebook: The Pain Game Podcast
    LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
    YouTube: The Pain Game Podcast

    Episode Highlights:
    (00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Trauma
    (02:09) Personal Experiences with Chronic Pain
    (06:14) The Journey of Advocacy and Healthcare Reform
    (16:58) The Chanda Center for Health and Its Mission
    (26:43) Challenges in the Healthcare System
    (37:38) The Importance of Advocacy and Community Support

    Subscribe on YouTube | Merch is Coming (Finally) | This Is More Than a Podcast

    Unfiltered convos. Dark humor. Real healing.
    This is where pain meets purpose — and you’re not doing it alone.

    ++

    Want to be a guest on The Pain Game Podcast with Lyndsay Soprano? Send her a message on PodMatch, here:

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    44 mins
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