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My Gastric Sleeve

My Gastric Sleeve

By Nima Kharrazi

My Gastric Sleeve is all about one person's journey through the ups and downs of weight loss, surgery, and the failures and successes therein. It is for anyone who has had, is thinking of having, or knows someone who might benefit from weight loss surgery.
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Episode 63 - 2nd Half of March

My Gastric SleeveMar 26, 2024

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Episode 63 - 2nd Half of March

Episode 63 - 2nd Half of March

This recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. These are my bi-weekly updates which will be coming every other Tuesday! I also discuss my workouts, my weight, and how I wanna do different exercises like Pickleball and Tennis. Also, I talk about sneezes for over a minute right in the beginning! And I talk about my latest obsession which is "YET" multiple times because of Growth Mindset. I'm super annoying! Enjoy this episode! Or don't! But please share it either way.

Mar 26, 202441:52
Episode 62 - Anna from Germany Follow Up

Episode 62 - Anna from Germany Follow Up

This episode I will be interviewing a favorite former guest named Anna. She is better known as KlopsMoehre on Instagram where she shares about her German language podcast, and her journey through posts. We laugh, we talk about her surgery, and we get into her divorce, and I even get a tiny German lesson. Spoiler alert, we talk about Arabic, Persian, and German languages for over 10 minutes. Hope you enjoy this episode! Please share with a friend.

Mar 12, 202401:25:51
Episode 61 - Jolean Interview Part 1 of 2 (360 Surgery)

Episode 61 - Jolean Interview Part 1 of 2 (360 Surgery)

This episode I will be interviewing a fellow bariatric buddy named Joleen. She is better known as Jolean.GETS.fit on Instagram where she shares about her experience and her journey through posts. We laugh, we talk about her upcoming 360 surgery, and we get to discuss food, fitness, and even our kryptonites. Spoiler alert, we talk about Nutella for almost 3 minutes, and Ferrerro Rocher for almost 5 minutes. It's annoying. Hope you enjoy this episode! Please share with a friend.

Feb 27, 202401:30:19
Episode 60 - 1st Half of February

Episode 60 - 1st Half of February

This 1st half of February recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. These are my bi-weekly updates which will be coming every other Tuesday! I also discuss my workouts, my honesty, and how I'm not going to lie to myself. And discuss who taught me these lessons. Also, I either say "what" or "watt" 32 times in under 40 seconds! And I talk about my lastest obsession which is "Know Your WHY" multiple times because of Growth Mindset. I'm double annoying! Enjoy this episode! Or don't! But please share it either way.

Feb 13, 202401:02:47
Episode 59 - 2nd Half of January

Episode 59 - 2nd Half of January

This 2nd half of January recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. These are my bi-weekly updates which will be coming every other Tuesday! I also discuss my workouts, my honesty, and how I'm not going to lie to myself. And discuss who taught me these lessons. Also, on this episode, I talk about Padron cigars for over SEVEN minutes and I talk about my lastest obsession which is "boiling the frog" for over FIVE minutes. I'm double annoying! Enjoy this episode! Or don't! But please share it either way.

Jan 30, 202435:57
Episode 58 - 1st Half of January

Episode 58 - 1st Half of January

This 1st half of January recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. These are my bi-weekly updates which will be coming every other Tuesday! I also discuss my workouts, my honesty, and how I'm not going to lie to myself. And discuss who taught me these lessons. Also, I talk about my latest obsession "rungs on a ladder" for over FOUR minutes! I'm super annoying! Enjoy this episode! Or don't! But please share it either way.

Jan 16, 202432:05
Episode 57 - 2nd Half of December

Episode 57 - 2nd Half of December

This 2nd half of December recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. These are my bi-weekly updates which will be coming every other Tuesday! I also discuss my workouts, my honesty, and how I'm not going to lie to myself. And discuss who taught me these lessons. Also, I say "NEW" 11 times in 20 seconds! I'm super annoying! Enjoy this episode! Or don't! But please share it either way.

Jan 02, 202416:04
Episode 56 (1st Half of December 2023)

Episode 56 (1st Half of December 2023)

This 1st half of December recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. These are my bi-weekly updates which will be coming every other Tuesday! I also discuss my new AirPods (thanks sister), my favorite hot cocoa, and how I'm still looking forward to a much deserved hookah and/or cigar. Also, I talk about my latest obsession ... "STACKING" for over FIVE MINUTES! I'm super annoying! Enjoy this episode! Or don't! But please share it either way.

Dec 19, 202332:51
Episode 55 (3 Year Surgi-versary)

Episode 55 (3 Year Surgi-versary)

This November week 5 / 3-Year Surgi-versary recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. These are my bi-weekly updates which will be coming every other Tuesday! I also discuss the ERAS movie, my Podcast Spotify Wrapped, and looking forward to a much deserved cigar. Also, I talk about my AirPods for a minute and 18 seconds! I'm super annoying! Enjoy this episode!

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This is a raw, personal story, from someone that has been through the Gastric Sleeve journey.

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This podcast is intended for anyone who has had, is thinking of having, or knows someone who might benefit from weight loss surgery.

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You can 🎧 to the podcast on @spotifypodcasts , @applepodcasts and @googlepodcast.Search "My Gastric Sleeve"

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Be on the lookout for new RECAP episodes every 2 weeks, documenting the follow ups to my journey from beginning to present.

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Dec 05, 202334:28
Episode 54 - Recap - November (week 4) 2023

Episode 54 - Recap - November (week 4) 2023

This November week 4 recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. These are my weekly updates which will be coming every Tuesday! I also discuss the sauna watch debaucle, Armenian carbs, and much needed friend times. Also, I say "TRACK" 10 times in 4 seconds! I'm super annoying! Enjoy this episode!

Nov 28, 202321:57
Episode 53 - Recap - November (week 3) 2023

Episode 53 - Recap - November (week 3) 2023

This November week 3 recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. I discuss my day 1 mentality, versus my weekly updates which will be coming every Tuesday! I also discuss the guest visit pivot & conscious calories vs unconscious calores. Also, prioritize is my new "5 why" obsession! Enjoy this episode!

Nov 28, 202317:30
Episode 52 - Recap - November (week 2) 2023

Episode 52 - Recap - November (week 2) 2023

This November week 2 recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. I discuss my day 1 mentality, versus my weekly updates which will be coming every Tuesday! I also discuss the bike pivot & caloric financing struggles. Also the past tense of pet is "petted". So it's I will pet the cat, I am petting the cat, and I have petted the cat. English is super annoying! Enjoy this episode!

Nov 28, 202318:60
Episode 51 - Recap - October 2023

Episode 51 - Recap - October 2023

This October recap episode has updates on my physical self, my emotional self, my weight journey, my current goal, short-term goals, and long-term goals. I discuss my day 1 mentality, versus my weekly updates which will be coming every Tuesday this month! I also discuss the Weisneheimer from the Facebook Group, my fears of cinder blocks & rattlesnakes, and how to overcome all of the above. Spoiler alert, I say "Why" and "Lie" in some way or another ... 20 times in 10 seconds! It's super annoying . Enjoy this episode!

Nov 07, 202333:06
Episode 50 - Lovely Michelle 7-Month Update

Episode 50 - Lovely Michelle 7-Month Update

The Lovely Michelle is back yet again for the 6th time. This episode we discuss her 7-months since surgery, we do some deep breathing exercises, and we talk about the "What If?" mentality. Fun fact ... we lost our SD card, it is NOT in the GoPro, and we find out who my best friend really is. Spoiler alert ... it's ME! Oh, and we laugh a LOT! I really love these episodes! Enjoy!

Oct 03, 202301:01:54
Episode 49 - Recap - August 2023

Episode 49 - Recap - August 2023

This August episode recaps my weight updates, my physical updates, and even some struggling updates. I recap about my 110 miles a month challenge, this being my last season of the podcast, and different ways I'm doing well and not so well. I also discuss struggling with food, calories, weight, and I ask for help from you the listener. Spoiler alert, I do an imitation of my mom confusing "priceless" and "worthless" with a chef's kiss! It's super cute. Enjoy this worthless episode!

Sep 05, 202324:10
Episode 48 - Interview with Rob DiMedio

Episode 48 - Interview with Rob DiMedio

This episode I will be interviewing a fellow bariatric buddy as well as the co-host of the JBY Awards. Rob DiMedio, better known as MyWeightIsHistory on Instagram where he shares about his experience and journey through posts. We laugh, we agree with each other, and we get to discuss portion control, weight training, and cookie coordinating. Spoiler alert, I mistakenly state that Patric Stewart was in his 30's while shooting Star Trek TNG but upon further review he was 47! I was wrong and I'm super annoying. Hope you enjoy!


Aug 01, 202301:07:18
Episode 47 - Chattin' with OSLP (Kellie & Mel)

Episode 47 - Chattin' with OSLP (Kellie & Mel)

This episode I will be chit chatting with fellow bariatric buddies and podcasters Kellie & Mel! They are better known as the hosts of Our Sleeved Life Podcast (OSLP) and the creaters of the Just Be You (JBY) Awards. You can find their content on Instagram where they share about everything from diet, life, resources, what not to do before weight loss surgery, non-scale victories, and so much more. We laugh, we interrupt each other, and we get to discuss PROFFEE, being cold, rule breaking, and our lowest points. Spoiler alert, I tell a chilli cook-off story for a whole minute. It's annoying. Hope you enjoy!

Jul 04, 202301:42:27
Episode 46 - The Lovely Michelle Post Surgery Episode

Episode 46 - The Lovely Michelle Post Surgery Episode

The Lovely Michelle is back yet again for the 5th time. This episode we discuss her 10-day post-op update and talk about girlscout cookies, her 2-week post-op update and talk about fish foam and Jose Andres, and her 13-week post-op update, where we talk about her sternum pain. Fun fact ... we discuss how nice Keanu Reeves is. Oh, and we laugh a LOT! I really love these episodes! Enjoy!

Jun 06, 202301:27:09
Episode 45 - The Lovely Michelle is Back

Episode 45 - The Lovely Michelle is Back

The Lovely Michelle is back yet again for the 4th time. I love these episodes because we make each other laugh so much. This episode we talk about her decision regarding surgery, we talk about some medical hoops, her surgery date, last meal, and we talk about "double eagles" being a thing. Bonus question: is yogurt a solid or liquid? Let us know in the comments. Enjoy!

May 02, 202347:48
Episode 44 - Interview with JoLean.Gets.Fit

Episode 44 - Interview with JoLean.Gets.Fit

This episode I will be interviewing a listener and fellow bariatric buddy named Joleen. She is better known as Jolean.GETS.fit on Instagram where she shares about her experience and her journey through posts. We laugh, we interrupt each other, and we get to discuss food, fitness, politics, culture, and even our ancestors. Spoiler alert, I do a terrible British accent. It's annoying. Hope you enjoy!

Apr 04, 202301:20:45
Episode 43 - Recap - February 2023

Episode 43 - Recap - February 2023

This February episode recaps my emotional updates, my physical updates, , and even some future updates. I talk about my new 110 miles a month challenge, this being my last season of the podcast, and different interviews I'm doing and planning. I also discuss mental health and ways to help like tapping, meditation, therapy, friends, drinking water, eating healthier, sleeping better, and going for walks. Spoiler alert, I say prioritize 9 times in 4 minutes! It's super annoying. Enjoy this episode irregardless!

Mar 07, 202323:12
Episode 42 - Interview with Tiffanie AKA My_RN_Why

Episode 42 - Interview with Tiffanie AKA My_RN_Why

This episode I will be interviewing a listener and fellow bariatric buddy named Tiffanie. She is better known as My_RN_Why on Instagram and TikTok where she shares about her experience and her journey through posts. We laugh, we interrupt each other, and we get to discuss tattoos as well. Spoiler alert, I say "AWESOME" 11 times. It's annoying. Hope you enjoy!

Feb 07, 202301:01:58
Episode 41 - 2022 Review

Episode 41 - 2022 Review

This 2022 Review episode recaps my tattoos, my travels, exercising, storytelling shows, birds, animals, protesting, and even recommending some new podcasts to listen to. I set some big goals for 2023, and I talk about almonds in my teeth for over 3 whole minutes! I'm super annoying. Enjoy!

Jan 03, 202348:25
Episode 40 - 2 Year Update with the lovely Michelle

Episode 40 - 2 Year Update with the lovely Michelle

The Lovely Michelle is back yet again. I love these episodes because I laugh so much with her. She's my favorite. This episode will be talking about our trip to Chicago, and Denver. We will talk about what it feels like at the 2-year mark for me. We even catch up a bit about how her journey is going. We learn a lot, we laugh, we interrupt each other, and we say "WAYS OUT!" 8 times in 30-seconds! We're super annoying. Enjoy!

Dec 06, 202201:12:58
Episode 39 - October Recap & Holiday Food Tips

Episode 39 - October Recap & Holiday Food Tips

Caution! This under 30-minute episode sounds crackly. It's my microphone. So sorry. Just pretend you're sitting near a fire and listening to me speak. Other than that bit of annoyance, this episode will be an October recap episode, as well as 10 much needed Holiday food tips and tricks. Still not editing, so get ready for all the mouth noises. I discuss the 14ers again, my weight, our 5-star reviews on Apple Podcast, and some tips and tricks on how to get by during the holiday food season. Oh, and I can't figure out what that paper wrapper that goes around a cupcake is called. A doily? Foil? Just paper? I'm super annoyed. Enjoy!

Nov 01, 202228:26
Episode 38 - September Recap

Episode 38 - September Recap

This episode will be a September recap episode. Still not editing, so get ready for all the mouth noises. I discuss the Lose It! weight loss app, hiking, neural pathways, therapy, anger, children's birthday parties, and a little bit about politics, but it's only 2 minutes. Oh, and I call a nun "dope" ... a couple times! I'm super annoying. Enjoy!

Oct 04, 202254:52
Episode 37 - Seattle with No Guts No Glory

Episode 37 - Seattle with No Guts No Glory

New episode with @nogutsnoglorypodcast2021 is up! Make sure to check it out - we hung out in Seattle and played cards, visited lavender fields, fed alpacas, and ate sushi with @jolean.gets.fit all in a few days. We talk about what weight loss means to us, how we got here, and what we're doing to be the best versions of ourselves. Also, I only lightly edited this episode so you will hear lip smacking and throat clearing. It's super annoying! Enjoy!

Sep 06, 202247:53
Episode 36 - July Recap

Episode 36 - July Recap

This episode will be a July recap episode. This time I will not be editing, so get ready for all the mouth noises. I discuss weight loss apps, a bike crash, I really get into discussing my perineum, and I split my time between using the term "gnarly" and saying "That's What's Up"! I'm super annoying. Enjoy!

Aug 02, 202251:08
Episode 35 - June Recap

Episode 35 - June Recap

This episode will be a June recap episode. This time I will be talking about my sister's wedding, time at my grandpa's house, paying for cigars, and resting on my laurels. I talk fast, make mistakes, call my listeners stupid and say "blast" 4 times in 1 minute! I'm super annoying. Enjoy!

Jul 05, 202233:47
Episode 34 - Recap - England with the lovely Michelle

Episode 34 - Recap - England with the lovely Michelle

The Lovely Michelle is back and funnier than ever! This episode will be a different kind of recap episode. This time I will be talking about our trip to England, and we will be taking turns asking each other questions about our favorite things and what changes we saw in each other. We learn a lot, we laugh, we interrupt each other, and we create a new brand of coffee. Faux Coffee! We're super annoying. Enjoy!

Jun 07, 202201:09:52
Episode 33 - Anthony Update from New York

Episode 33 - Anthony Update from New York

Anthony is back and better than ever! This episode, as always, is more of a chat than an interview. I have a conversation with a favorite of this show, our friend Anthony who lives in upstate New York. We talk about his 6-months since the surgery, his weight loss of over 100 pounds, his wins, his losses, but most importantly ... his journey. We laugh, we laugh some more, and we even swear. Spoiler alert, Anthony says "Awesome" a lot ... I mean a LOT a lot. It's super annoying. Hope you enjoy!

May 03, 202201:18:51
Episode 32 - Recap - March 2022

Episode 32 - Recap - March 2022

This March Recap talks about my emotional updates, my physical updates, and even some future updates. I talk about the No Guts No Glory podcast again, as well as the Bariatric Life podcast. I discuss my future goals and discuss some listener comments and questions. Spoiler alert, I don't curse in this entire episode except for one time, and I say "FIFTH" "FITH"& "FIF" a bunch! You're welcome! This took me exactly 2 hours and 18 minutes to edit, and post. Enjoy!

Apr 05, 202251:27
Episode 31 - Recap - February 2022

Episode 31 - Recap - February 2022

This February episode recaps my emotional updates, my physical updates, , and even some future updates. I talk about the No Guts No Glory podcast as well as my future goals and hiking adventures in my near future. Spoiler alert, I don't curse in this entire episode. Can you believe it? Try me! You're welcome Dad!

Mar 01, 202240:36
Episode 30 - Recap - January 2022

Episode 30 - Recap - January 2022

This January episode recaps my emotional updates, my physical updates, , and even some future updates. I talk about some listener messages as well. Spoiler alert, this episode is over 40-minutes long and it took me 1.5 hours to edit so ... I really hope you enjoy it!

Feb 01, 202246:06
Episode 29 - Recap - December 2021

Episode 29 - Recap - December 2021

This December episode recaps my personal 5k race, my physical updates, my emotional updates, my pivots, and even some future updates. Spoiler alert, I say "pedal" 35 times! It's super duper annoying. Hope you enjoy it!

Jan 04, 202242:40
Episode 28 (Bonus #3)

Episode 28 (Bonus #3)

This 3rd bonus episode recaps my 1-year update, my physical updates, my emotional updates, and even some more future updates. I talk about celebrating, good habits, bad habits, and being nice to myself and almost making me cry. I'm super annoying. Hope you enjoy!

Dec 07, 202133:06
Episode 27 - Bonus 2 of 4

Episode 27 - Bonus 2 of 4

This 2nd bonus episode recaps my Los Muertos 5k race, my physical updates, my emotional updates, and even some future updates. We follow up further with a prior guest of the show. Spoiler alert, I say "CURSE" 14 times! It's super annoying. Hope you enjoy!

Nov 02, 202132:16
EPISODE 26 - BONUS 1 OF 4

EPISODE 26 - BONUS 1 OF 4

This bonus episode recaps my Denver trip, my latest updates, and has an extra special update on a prior guest of the show. Spoiler alert, I say "TREAT" a lot ... I mean a LOT a lot. It's super annoying. Hope you enjoy!

Oct 05, 202136:43
Episode 25 - Good News Bad News

Episode 25 - Good News Bad News

This penultimate episode is all about my latest updates. All the things that I have experienced, where I was, where I am now, my successes, my failures, and more. All the good news I have to share, and all the bad as well. No secrets. True and brutal honesty. I hope you enjoy!

Aug 24, 202136:56
Episode 24 - Chat with Anthony from New York

Episode 24 - Chat with Anthony from New York

This episode will be more of a chat than an interview. I have a conversation with a listener named Anthony who lives in New York about his experience and his journey. We laugh, we laugh some more, and we even laugh. Spoiler alert, I say "I LOVE THAT" a lot ... I mean a LOT a lot. It's annoying. Hope you enjoy!

Aug 17, 202101:13:28
Episode 23 - Pasadena Triathlon

Episode 23 - Pasadena Triathlon

I finally did it! I finished and got a medal for the Pasadena Sprint Triathlon. I'm so proud of myself. Listen to what it took to accomplish this not so easy feat. 5K run, 15K bike, 150m swim! And still went for Persian food afterwards. Thanks for all the support and the love. I couldn't do this without all of you. Seriously though ... so PROUD of ME!

Aug 10, 202136:04
Episode 22 - Interview with Anna from Germany

Episode 22 - Interview with Anna from Germany

This episode will be different from any other episode. This time I will be interviewing a listener named Anna who lives in Germany about her experience and her journey through. We laugh, we interrupt each other, and we get to discuss the ever present Schweinhund. Spoiler alert, I do a TERRIBLE German accent. It's annoying. Hope you enjoy!

Aug 03, 202159:13
Episode 21 - Non-Scale Victories

Episode 21 - Non-Scale Victories

This episode is all about those non-scale victories. Positive things that I have experienced, that have nothing to do with the scale, or my numerical weight. Things like hiking, looking at things differently, being more health-minded, and so on. I hope you enjoy!

Jul 27, 202122:43
Episode 20 - 6-Month Update

Episode 20 - 6-Month Update

This episode is all about my 6-month updates. All the things that I have experienced, where I was, where I am now, my successes, my failures, and more. I hope you enjoy!

Jul 20, 202141:12
Episode 19 - Weight Loss & Exercise

Episode 19 - Weight Loss & Exercise

In this episode we discuss my weight loss, the exercises I've done, how I feel, and what I want to do in the future, or rather FOR my future.

Jul 13, 202131:11
Episode 18 - Holiday Food

Episode 18 - Holiday Food

In this episode, we will discuss the perils of holiday food. All the drinks, the food spreads, and the parties. Not to mention the pressure to eat and drink and "try new dishes". I will give some pointers, and tell you how I've dealt with it in the past.

Jul 06, 202132:50
Episode 17 - Partner Episode with Michelle Miracle

Episode 17 - Partner Episode with Michelle Miracle

This episode will be a different kind of questions and answers episode. This time I will be asking my patient and lovely wife some questions about her experience and her journey through all of this. We laugh, we interrupt each other, and we get to some interesting parts. Spoiler alert, I say the word "interesting" like 4 times in 2 minutes. It's annoying. Enjoy!

Jun 29, 202137:34
Episode 16 - 100 Pounds Lost?

Episode 16 - 100 Pounds Lost?

This episode we discuss the terrible yo-yo effects of diets, and weight loss by the numbers. Also, how scale victories mean more to some than others. Did I lose 100 pounds? Listen and find out yourself. (spoiler alert - I did!)

Jun 22, 202120:52
Episode 15 - Q & A With Marco Timpano

Episode 15 - Q & A With Marco Timpano

This episode will be a questions and answers episode, with the questions asked by my fellow podcaster, Marco Timpano. Marco has the Insomnia Project Podcast, Eat & Drink with Ali Hassan, and a book out as well aptly titled: 25 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Podcast. Enjoy!

Jun 15, 202146:46
Episode 14 - Stage 5 - Part 2

Episode 14 - Stage 5 - Part 2

This episode will further discuss stage 5, my ups and downs, and how I feel overall. This is the follow-up episode from last week.

Jun 08, 202133:39