The Not Today, MS Podcast

By Brian and Nora Gocking

Nora Gocking was diagnosed with Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis in 2015. She and her husband, Brian, decided to make major changes to their health. Listen in as Nora and Brian discuss faith, MS, running, and healthy eating.

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Episode 37: Season 4 Finale! Half Marathon recap

The Not Today, MS PodcastMay 06, 2021

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Episode 37: Season 4 Finale! Half Marathon recap

We talk about our 6th half marathon!!!
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May 06, 202128:17

Episode 36: Half Marathon Week!

We talk about our final weeks of training and our upcoming half marathon!

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Apr 29, 202121:57

Episode 35: Training week 10

We talk about our weekend moving our son to his new home.

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Apr 08, 202133:23

Episode 34: Training week 9 and Easter week!

We talk about how our training went for week 9 and how our family is preparing for a big life change with one of our kiddos. We also talk about Easter traditions and how it has changed as we have gotten older.

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Apr 01, 202134:37

Episode 33: Training weeks 7 and 8

We talk about our last 2 weeks of training and upcoming half marathon and some awesome spiritual insights we have seen over the last few weeks.
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Mar 25, 202132:36

Episode 32: MS Awareness Week!

We talk about MS awareness week and what it means to us. We also share some information about the National MS Society and some personal stories on our MS journey.

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Mar 11, 202130:52

Episode 31: Training week 5!

We talk about how week 5 of training is going. We also share some struggles we are working to overcome and some awesome insights we had about God this week

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Mar 04, 202128:47

Episode 30: Training week 4!

We talk about a great week of training, some frustrations about weight gain and some insights with our health and fitness.

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Feb 25, 202132:25

Episode 29: Training week 3

We talk about how our training went in week 3 of preparing for our half marathon. We talk about some health issues Brian is having and how the crazy weather is affecting our training.

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Feb 18, 202123:26

Episode 28: Training week 2, MRI's and Miracles

Listen in as we talk about our second week of training, Nora's MRI's and how God got her through the experience.
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Feb 11, 202133:24

Episode 27: Training week 1

We discuss how our first week of half-marathon training has gone so far and what God has taught us as we have started this process of regaining our fitness and health.

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Feb 04, 202126:13

Episode 26: Starting from scratch!

Nora and Brian talk about how 2020 affected their lives and their plans to get back on track in 2021 with health and running and planning 2 half marathons.

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Jan 28, 202121:35

Season 4 Coming 1/28/2021!

We are starting from scratch. After a challenging 2020, we are back to basics with healthy eating and training for 2 half marathons in 2021!

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Jan 17, 202100:42

Episode 25: Not Today, MS 5K!

On today's episode we talk about what we have been doing to choose joy in the midst of a worldwide pandemic. We also talk about an exciting event we have coming in September. Please visit Not Today, MS for more information about us. Go here for more information about the 5K. If you are just interested in donating to the National MS Society on our behalf, go here. Finally, for more information about our running team, visit runamyelinmyshoes.org/

Jul 21, 202038:51

Episode 24: Happy Easter!!

We wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a happy Easter and give an update on how we are choosing joy in the midst of uncertain times. You can visit our Facebook page for a video of this episode.
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Apr 12, 202014:20

Episode 23: Not Today, COVID-19

Today we wanted to take some time to talk about the current events in our nation and world and reassure you that even in the midst of uncertainty, we can still choose joy!
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Mar 16, 202019:51

Episode 22: Ashley Purcell’s story!

Today we have the privilege of speaking with Ashley Purcell. Listen in as she tells us her story!
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Mar 09, 202030:34

Episode 21: Nora’s story(in progress)

In this episode we have a medical update to share with you.

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Mar 02, 202031:01

Episode 20: Cheryl Hile's Story!

We are honored to have Cheryl Hile on the podcast today. Cheryl can be truly defined as an MS Warrior and has had numerous accomplishments, including being the first person with MS to complete 7 marathons on 7 continents in 12 months. Cheryl is the founder of our running team, Run a Myelin My Shoes. Please listen as we talk to Cheryl about her story and how she has been an inspiration to us and thousands of others.
For more information on Run a Myelin My Shoes, you can email: runamyelinmyshoes@gmail.com
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Feb 24, 202036:49

Episode 19: We are back!

We are back from a brief break for holidays and busy beginning of the year "stuff" Take a listen as we talk about what's been happening the last few months and talk about what is coming up on Season 3!

Feb 16, 202038:27

Season 3 Coming 2/17/2020!

We all love a good story. The characters, the setting, the plot, the ups and the downs, and twists and turns. And the only thing that makes a great story better is when it’s true. This season, we want to share some stories. Brian and I will share a few and we’ll hear from some of our friends who have some pretty cool stories too. Join us for Season 3 as we ask the question, “What’s your story?”.

Feb 10, 202000:37

Episode 18: 2019 Christmas Special!

Join us as we talk about our favorite Christmas traditions and the real meaning of Christmas!

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Dec 24, 201919:42

Episode 17: Bethany's Fight for Joy!

Today is our Season 2 Finale and we have the privilege of talking to our beautiful daughter, Bethany Lane Gocking. We talk about her a lot here on the podcast. She is funny, kind, and thoughtful. She’s a deep thinker. She’s very artistic. And right now, she is coming out of one of the hardest battles for joy she’s ever faced.

When we prayed and planned Season 2 of the Not Today, M.S. Podcast and settled on our theme, Fighting for Joy, we had no idea the battle we would be fighting in our own home just a week later. In early August, just as recording began, Bethany began suffering from crippling anxiety attacks that lasted through most of September.

Before she shares her story today, we want to remind everyone WE ARE NOT PROFESSIONALS. If you are battling anxiety or depression or walking a loved one through mental illness, please seek professional help. Do not walk this alone. Schedule the appointment, reach out to your pastor, confide in a trusted friend or family member. But do not walk this road alone.

Listen today as Bethany shares her story of anxiety, depression, faith, music, and fighting for joy.

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Nov 08, 201959:05

Episode 16: Wyatt's Fight for Joy!

Wyatt Mann is a junior at Johnson University in Knoxville, Tennessee, majoring in Preaching and Youth Ministry. Wyatt is a bright 21 year old who has a passion for God, tech stuff, and everything Dungeons and Dragons. Listen today as we talk to Wyatt about the loss of his mother and how he was able to choose joy in the midst of grief.

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Nov 01, 201928:33

Episode 15: Brian's Fight for Joy!

Brian Paul Gocking is husband, father, musician, podcaster, Enneagram 9, peace-loving, jokester who is adored by all who know him. Brian has a bachelors of science in ministry and leadership and sees his mission field between his own two feet, wherever God calls him whether that’s in his medical office job or at the grocery store. Brian has walked through some lonely and heartbreaking years, but has learned to examine the mistakes he has made so he can learn from them. Listen today as he tells his story of marriage, complacency, infidelity, divorce, and healing.
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Oct 25, 201901:00:45

Episode 14: Meighan and Mike's Fight for Joy!

Meighan and Mike have experienced some pretty tough seasons during their 6-year marriage, most recently being the passing of their daughter, Eloise Joy to Trisomy 18. They have adopted the mantra “Choose Joy” and have allowed the Lord to use Ellie’s life in some pretty powerful ways. Meighan and Mike live in Vine Grove with their two cats and 45 pound “teacup chihuahua”

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Oct 18, 201928:56

Episode 13: Emily's Fight for Joy!

On today’s show, we have our new friend and Run a Myelin My Shoes teammate, Emily Reilly. Emily is originally from Flagstaff, AZ but currently resides in the Washington DC area. Emily is proud air force wife and dog mom. She has lived with MS for over 13 years now and refuses to let this disease stop her. Amid the challenges that come with living with MS, she attributes her joy and hope to her faith in Jesus!
After graduating from college, she became a military spouse and quickly realized the lack of adaptive exercise classes for those living with MS. This prompted her to become a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor to create and provide adaptive fitness classes for her local MS community and encourage others that "no matter what your limitation, you can keep moving".
Emily now works for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and continues the fight on the front lines to help end MS forever.
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Oct 11, 201929:55

Episode 12: Scott and Jane's Fight for Joy!

Scott and Jane Conway have been together since college and have been married for over 25 years. Scott has his MBA and works for a local bank and Jane has taught Spanish and ESL for many years. They built a beautiful life and raised two amazing daughters, Madison and Ann-Morgan. But in 2013, their world was flipped upside down. Listen today as Scott and Jane share their story of health, fear, pain, faith and trusting God.
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Oct 04, 201901:13:10

Episode 11: Heather's Fight for Joy!

Heather Goodrich is a daughter of Christ, a wife, a mother, a grandmother (Nana) of six beautiful grandchildren, and a veteran runner with a marathon heart. She was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in June of 2012. MS has left her with severe bilateral foot drop, occasional cognitive issues, and a constant fatigue that haunts her daily. As a MS warrior and survivor, Heather has chosen to remain faithful and humble. Heather trusts that God has a wonderful journey chosen just for her. She believes the Lord commands us to live our life to the fullest both spiritually and physically. Heather says that 1 Corinthians 6:19 -20 teaches us that our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. Our bodies do not belong to us, they belong to God. Therefore, no matter what ‘our’ circumstances, we must live our lives honoring God every step of the way.” She says, “What an amazing journey it has been thus far. I feel honored and blessed.” And we feel truly honored and blessed to have her join us today on the podcast.
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Sep 27, 201932:10

Episode 10: Daniel's Fight for Joy!

Daniel Robert West is a senior in college, majoring in Criminal Justice Administration. Daniel has big dreams of becoming a law enforcement officer so that he can be a voice for the voiceless and bring justice to perpetrators. Maintaining a 3.5 GPA, Daniel participates in marching band and also works as a resident assistant for his dorm. Daniel is smart, funny, sensitive and hard-working. And I’m not just saying that because I’m his mother. But Daniels life has not been easy. Growing up with two single teenage parents who had a lot of growing up to do certainly made life challenging. Daniel has also had to fight his own need for perfectionism and discover who he is in Christ. Join us today as we sit down with our favorite boy to discover how he seeks joy in his daily life.
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Sep 20, 201947:10

Episode 9: Jason and Emily's Fight for Joy!

On today’s show, we have an incredible interview with our dear friends, Jason and Emily Fox. For our listeners who don’t personally know this amazing power couple, here’s a little background. Jason is the Small Groups Minister at our church. Emily is the powerhouse behind the “Forget the Frock” movement. They are raising three incredible kiddos: Stella who’s 13, Vivian-10, and Boone-2. Surprise baby boy, Boone came with an extra chromosome and his parents have fought tirelessly as his advocate. In May of 2019, Boone was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia… a disease that carries a heavy fear for many in our church family. But, if two people could excel at being the parents of a sweet little boy with down syndrome and leukemia, it’s Jason and Emily Fox. In this interview, we got down to the core of just how hard it is to fight for joy while fighting cancer. Our prayer is that after you listen in today, you will have renewed faith and courage that you too can have JOY in the midst of any and all circumstances.
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Sep 13, 201955:19

Episode 8: Nora's Fight for Joy!

We have heard Nora's MS story, but there is much more to her story that you may not know. Today, she shares about her early life and how she fought for joy in the midst of some tough circumstances.

Sep 06, 201949:09