In this episode, Emma and Pete pick up the story the morning of Pete’s spinal surgery — with hope of a quick recovery and even “honey toast” by his bedside. But reality was far harsher. What followed were three confronting weeks in ICU: breathing tubes, relentless procedures, infections, collapsed lungs, and the emotional toll of watching loved ones walk into a room heavy with fear. Through humour, honesty, and raw detail, Pete and Emma share the vulnerability of surviving ICU, the importance of advocacy, and the small moments of humanity that helped them endure.
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Episode 3 - The System
After three intense weeks in ICU, Pete moves to the acute spinal unit — alive, stable, and finally regaining his voice. But with stability comes a new weight: confronting the long-term reality of a high spinal cord injury. From the confronting ASIA test and the first raw conversations about quadriplegia, to tiny sparks of hope like the twitch of a thumb, Pete and Emma share the emotional rollercoaster of this next chapter. With honesty, humour, and practical insight, they reveal what it’s like to balance fear with determination, vulnerability with resilience, and how small wins can feel like miracles.@poweringuppetehttps://www.poweruppete.com
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Episode 1 - The Crash
On a wild, stormy morning in November 2022, a falling tree turned Pete’s daily commute into a fight for his life. In this raw and gripping first episode, Pete and Emma take us through the accident that resulted in spinal injury and changed their lives forever — from the moment of impact to the surreal out-of-body calm as first responders worked to save him. Between flashes of pain and moments of dark humour, they share the chaos, the kindness of strangers, and the unexpected clarity that comes when life hangs by a thread. It’s an honest, human look at survival, resilience, and finding hope in the unlikeliest places.
Fans will be drawn to this podcast for its raw honesty, heart, and hope. When an unimaginable accident changed Pete’s life forever, he and Emma chose to share their journey—not just the pain, but the resilience, humour, and love that got them through. Each episode offers an intimate look at navigating life’s toughest curveballs, blending real, unfiltered conversations with practical tips for coping and healing. Listeners will find comfort in knowing they’re not alone and inspiration in the way Pete and Emma face the unimaginable.
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https://www.poweruppete.com
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