Inspiration from Circumstance
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Too often we see inspirational stories as someone who achieved their dream despite something. Despite a setback. Despite a condition. Despite a bleeding disorder. Not today. Chris talks with clothing designer Christian Harris who used his bleeding disorder to inspire his thesis and unique line of clothes… all about the Hapsburgs, and his personal history with hemophilia. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia Community. Subscribe to Produced by Follow BloodStream Media on , , ...
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Take The First Step
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Your bleeding disorder doesn’t define you. But it is a part of who you are. And the only way to learn your potential, is to take that first step. Chris talks with Paul Sebastian and Sam Kishyo about their first steps, and learning that the journey can only take you as far as you’re willing to go. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia Community. Subscribe to Produced by Follow BloodStream Media on , , & Hosted by Written by
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Why Me? Why Not Me?!
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Inside the mind of everyone with a bleeding disorder exist two unique mindsets: “Why is this happening to me?” And “If I can take on this, I can take on the world.” Today, Chris talks with chef Mike Hargett and pediatrician Dr. Vyankatesh Pralikar about their unique journeys of facing their own doubts, and coming out stronger on the other side. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia Community. Subscribe to Produced by Follow BloodStream Media on , , & Hosted...
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Tell Your Story
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Stories are more than tall tales. They help us relate. They inspire. They educate. They make us feel less alone. Chris talks with Chetan Motiwaras and Patrick James Lynch about the power of story when it comes to bleeding disorders, and how their drive to tell stories led them on their own life’s journey. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia Community. Subscribe to Produced by Follow BloodStream Media on , , & Hosted by Written by
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The Start of the Journey
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Every story has a beginning. And every journey starts with that first step. Chris talks with Trevor Martin & Destiny Danaye, two budding artists with bleeding disorders who, despite their young age, have lived an entire life before their journey even began. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia Community. Subscribe to Produced by Follow BloodStream Media on , , & Hosted by Written by
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Season 3 Teaser Trailer
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For many of us, the mountains we climb aren’t physical. They’re spiritual, mental, psychological, and ultimately inspirational. In this season, we’re hearing from people with bleeding disorders from all over the world, who faced their own final summit, and fought for their dreams despite all obstacles. Tune into Season Three of The Final Summit. Coming Soon. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia Community. Subscribe to Produced by Follow BloodStream Media on , , ...
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The Importance of Advocacy (India)
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A trip to India shines a light on how important advocacy is, and how we can’t stop fighting in our quest for a better world. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia community. Donate to ! Produced by
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Not Just A Man’s Disease (Kenya)
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Chris connects with an old friend from Kenya to discuss the myth that hemophilia is a “man’s disease,” and how women face inequality in care across the world. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia community. Donate to ! Produced by
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The Value of Education (Uganda)
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During a trip to Uganda, Chris meets two young men with bleeding disorders who are determined to find a better life through education. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia community. Donate to ! Produced by
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Overcoming Societal Pressures (Nepal)
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After a visit to Nepal, Chris reconnects with Monsoon, a young man with hemophilia who overcame social stigmas to build a successful life alongside his brother. The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech. Visit to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia community. Donate to ! Produced by
info_outlineInside the mind of everyone with a bleeding disorder exist two unique mindsets: “Why is this happening to me?” And “If I can take on this, I can take on the world.” Today, Chris talks with chef Mike Hargett and pediatrician Dr. Vyankatesh Pralikar about their unique journeys of facing their own doubts, and coming out stronger on the other side.
The Final Summit was also made possible by support from Genentech.
Visit GenentechHemophilia.com to take a look at how they are supporting the hemophilia
Community.
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