This past weekend marked a powerful milestone for the show as our co-host Aaron hosted her very first episode—bringing passion, purpose, and meaningful conversation to the mic. She was joined by special guest Genesis Jones, a rare disease advocate and founder of the Rare Resilience Alliance.

Genesis shared her personal journey and how she uses her lived experience to empower others navigating rare diseases. Through her advocacy, she is actively bridging the gap between patients, providers, and communities—creating spaces where voices are heard and support is accessible. Her mission is clear and inspiring: to prove that resilience is possible, even in the face of uncertainty.

This episode is a heartfelt conversation about advocacy, strength, and the power of storytelling to spark change.

The next guest on On The Air Sickled is Dr. Lewis Thomas — a medical doctor living with sickle cell disease who recognized the gaps within the healthcare system and created the Sickleverse, a platform designed for warriors everywhere to thrive in a universe of their own. This conversation dives into lived experience, innovation, and advocacy in action — you won’t want to miss it.

On this special episode, we sit down with Jackye Fulton to discuss her experience as an aunt of a sickle cell warrior (The Host OD), along with a genuine conversation centered on family and real-life stories.

In this dynamic and eye-opening episode, On The Air Sickled sits down with Jada the Realtor to break down how to navigate buying or renting a home while living with a chronic illness. From managing stress to protecting your peace, this conversation gives Sickle Cell Warriors the insight and confidence to approach homeownership or renting without compromising their health. In under an hour, Jada helps you shift your mindset, understand your options, and move toward the home you deserve—strong, informed, and stress-aware.

Such a fun, deep, and mind-opening conversation with the one and only AR THE PROPHET!

I know I say it often—but this one is mouth-dropping, popcorn-eating, eyebrow-raising good! You do not want to miss it. Catch it LIVE on On The Air Sickled!

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An emotional discussion between OTAS team members as Chaplain Kian lands in the hot seat to share his experience witnessing his friend (OD) go through a Red Cell Exchange Transfusion.

When They See Us participant, Whitney Carter is our next guest on the air! She is a Mother, Warrior, Writer/Blogger, and Massage Therapist sharing her story and her sister's story through her organization Red Stick Sickle Cell Group. Tune in and hear her story LIVE.

This episode features a passionate advocate caregiver carrying the legacy of her brother to share his message and keep his fight for sickle cell awareness alive. In this continent-to-continent conversation, Gresha Amunga joins us Live On The Air from Africa!"