04 “Beautiful, Imperfect, and Incomplete” [Godfrey’s Story]

Has there ever been something you thought defined you, but maybe doesn’t have to…

This SUPERHUMANS story demonstrates that living with a disease does not define who someone is. As you’ll hear, Godfrey Nazareth is part human, part machine...literally. He puts on his superhero suit every morning as he armors up to defeat ALS.

Listen, absorb, and explore how you see yourself in Godfrey's story.

Then share.

Trigger Warnings: ALS, neurodegenerative disease, physical injury, loss of muscle function

Emotional Themes: loneliness, self-love, confidence, positivity, faith, grit, determination, persistence, resiliency, ambition, happiness, uncertainty, coping, adapting, love, support

SUPERHUMANS is intended for mature audiences. Stories are raw and real. Do not consider this medical advice. Please consult with a health professional should you need medical attention.

STORYTELLER BIO:

Godfrey Nazareth is part human, part machine...literally. As a biomedical engineer, research scientists and entrepreneur Godfrey has self-built his own technological tools to combat the effects of ALS—a neurodegenerative disease that severely impacts one’s physical abilities, but luckily, spares the brilliance of one’s mind. And Godfrey certainly put his mind and heart to work.

Godfrey is also the President & CEO of X-Biomedical Inc., a MedTech spinout from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. He formed X-Biomedical to be on the cutting edge of next-generation surgical tech. His goals and successes prove that disease does not define who someone is.

SHOW NOTES:

• Godfrey Nazareth: LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter
• X-Biomedical Inc.: Website | Twitter
• Exponential Medicine: Crushing ALS Exponentially
• Penn State: The Sky is Only The Beginning: Life Without Limits
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FEATURED MUSICIAN:

• Special thanks to Kendall Ramseur, the incredible cellist, composer, singer-songwriter, and HATCHeryou hear in today's episode. Kendall's song "The Overcomer" can be heard bookending Godfrey's story and can also be found on Spotify.
• For more of Kendall Ramseur's beautifully tasteful music, visit these links: Spotify | Apple Music | Amazon Music | Website
• Join us in celebrating Kendall's latest single, "Fall From Grace"
• Learn about Kendall's Virtual Concerts and Digital MasterClasses at his website, kendallramseur.com
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SHOW CREDITS:

Executive Producer & Show Co-Creator - Dr. Gautam Gulati

Senior Producer & Show Co-Creator - Pamela Rothenberg

Sound Design & Mixing - Rob Speight

Audio Engineer - Jay Wujun Yow

Community & Content Manager - Tara Bhikha

Original Theme Music Composition - Daniel Brunelle

Strategic Advisor - Mark Brand

Strategic Advisor - Courtney Holt

Strategic Advisor - Yarrow Kraner

Story Advisor - Cal Fussman

Health Advisor - Dr. Jordan Shlain

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