The 1 in 50
Brain Aneurysm Foundation Executive Director Christine Buckley hosts powerful conversations with survivors, experts, and advocates, sharing stories of resilience, hope, and awareness.
Episodes
17 episodes
Asking for Help Is a Form of Strength: Talkiatry with Dr. Monsour
In this episode of The 1 in 50 Podcast, host Christine Buckley is joined by Dr. Monsour, Chief Psychiatrist at Talkiatry, to discuss the mental health realities that follow a brain aneurysm event — for survivors, families, and caregivers alike....
The Accident That Saved His Life: Steve Trifletti
What does a minor car accident have to do with saving your life? For Steve Trifletti, a Plymouth, Massachusetts, trial attorney, the answer is everything. A routine ER visit after being rear-ended led to an unexpected discovery: a brain aneurys...
From Incidental Finding to Champion: Rafael Barbosa
In this episode, we’re joined by professional MMA fighter Rafael Barbosa, fresh off winning the Pancrase Lightweight Title. Known for his grit and determination inside the cage, Rafael’s journey took an unexpected turn in 2022 when routine pre-...
The Road to Neurosurgery with Dr. Zayed Almadidy
Chicago-based neurosurgeon and social media educator Dr. Zayed Almadidy, MD — known to more than 1 million followers as Dr. Z Neurosurgery — joins us to share what life behind the scenes in neurosurgery really looks like.He opens up abou...
The Future of Brain Aneurysm Research: Insights from Dr. Edgar A. Samaniego
Christine Buckley sits down with Dr. Edgar A. Samaniego, MD, MS, from the University of Iowa to discuss the future of brain aneurysm research—and the challenges holding it back.While treatment tools for brain aneurysms have advanced sign...
A Life Saved, A Community Built: Dr. Cooper and Janine Durso
Dr. Jared Cooper and brain aneurysm survivor and advocate, Janine Durso come together for an honest conversation about survival, care, and community. Janine shares her personal experience with a brain aneurysm and how Dr. Cooper played a key ro...
The Impact of BAF: Susan Bailey’s Story of Awareness
After collapsing from a traumatic brain injury in South Florida, Susan Bailey’s aneurysm was missed twice on CT scans. Told not to worry, her instincts—and her family—told her otherwise. A call to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation connected her to ...
From Rupture to the Finish Line: Caroline’s Story
On a Father’s Day morning, rising Bucknell sophomore Caroline McCaffrey went for a routine run—and hours later, her life changed forever when she suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm. After multiple surgeries, a long hospital stay, and m...
Stress, Ruptures, and Risk Factors: Dr. Khattar Breaks Down Brain Aneurysms
In this episode of The 1 in 50 Podcast, Dr. Nicolas Khattar joins us to discuss the science behind brain aneurysms and what everyone should know. He explains why aneurysms form, whether stress can contribute to their development, and w...
Francelys Infante: Mother, Entrepreneur, Survivor
Francelys Infante was a busy mom of three and an entrepreneur when what she thought was a migraine turned out to be three brain aneurysms. In this episode of The 1 in 50, Francelys recounts her sudden diagnosis, the emergency surgery t...
Advancing Stroke and Aneurysm Care with Dr. Neha Dangayach
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Neha S. Dangayach, MD, Associate Professor of Neurosurgery, Neurology, Rehabilitation, and Human Performance at the Mount Sinai Health System, and an active leader within the American Heart Association....
From Stroke Survivor to Marathoner: Jeff Miles
Jeff Miles is proof that recovery is possible and awareness saves lives. After surviving three strokes in 2009 and facing a long, uncertain road ahead, Jeff relearned to walk and run. In 2025, he completed his sixth Boston Marathon, his first w...
Congresswoman Yvette Clarke: A Voice for Awareness
Congresswoman Yvette Clarke, co-sponsor of Ellie’s Law, joins Christine Buckley to share her personal connection to brain aneurysms and what drives her ongoing advocacy. In this powerful episode, she reflects on the stories that inspire ...
From Tragedy to Purpose: Tom Nolan’s Story
Tom Nolan, CEO of Kendra Scott, joins the 1 in 50 Podcast to share the emotional story of losing his sister to a brain aneurysm. He discusses how her memory drives his advocacy and efforts to raise awareness for this often-overlooked disease.
Conducting Change: Keith Lockhart's Voice
In this episode, Keith Lockhart, conductor of the Boston Pops, reflects on his 30-year journey leading the orchestra and shares his personal connection to brain aneurysm awareness after the loss of his sister-in-law. Keith discusses his advocac...
Sharon Epperson: A Survivor’s Perspective
In this episode of the 1 in 50 Podcast, CNBC’s Sharon Epperson shares her journey as a brain aneurysm survivor and how it shaped her perspective on health, finances, and life. Her story is a powerful reminder of resilience and the importance of...
