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4: The Hirschsprung’s Hour with Tom Richard - Episode 4
4: The Hirschsprung’s Hour with Tom Richard - Episode 4
4: The Hirschsprung’s Hour with Tom Richard - Episode 4
Tuesday 10th September 2024
Actress Zoe Caletti shares her journey with Hirschsprung’s disease, discussing challenges, triumphs, and promoting body positivity.
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Episode Overview
- Zoe Caletti shares her journey with Hirschsprung’s disease from diagnosis to managing daily life.
- Discusses the importance of body positivity and inclusivity in the modelling industry.
- Highlights the challenges of balancing a chronic condition with an acting career.
- Explains how she transitioned from daily enemas to a regimen of laxatives and fibre.
- Shares her advocacy efforts for Hirschsprung’s disease awareness.
I am like at every given moment down to show off my scars because it's so massively a part of who I am and why I am the person that I am today
Tom Richard brings a special episode of The Hirschsprung’s Hour featuring actress and YouTuber Zoe Caletti. Hirschsprung’s disease, affecting 1 in 5000 babies in the UK, is at the heart of this conversation. Zoe shares her journey from diagnosis as a baby in New Jersey to becoming a successful actress and advocate for body positivity.
She opens up about the challenges she faced, including spending three months in the NICU due to complications and undergoing daily enemas until she was 17. Zoe's candid recounting of her experiences is both heartfelt and humorous, highlighting the resilience required to manage a chronic condition while pursuing a demanding career in acting and social media. She also discusses her involvement in a body positivity campaign, choosing models with unique physical conditions to promote inclusivity.
Zoe's story is an inspiring testament to overcoming adversity and finding strength in one's unique journey. If you're looking for a blend of raw honesty, inspiration, and a touch of humour, this episode is a must-listen.