# The Chris Voss Show Podcast – Brain Storms: Surviving Catastrophic Illness by Les Duncan

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Podcast: [The Chris Voss Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-chris-voss-show-491577)
Published: 2026-05-29T01:36:53+00:00
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## Resource

Brain Storms: Surviving Catastrophic Illness by Les Duncan https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Storms-Surviving-Catastrophic-Illness/dp/1604622237 Leslieduncan.com Can one person survive four brain hemorrhages and two brain surgeries, and still live a normal, joyful life? Join survivor Les Duncan for Brain Storms, a collection of twenty-seven tips for coping with and recovering from catastrophic illness. These easy-to-read chapters-free from confusing technical jargon-will inspire you to take back your life. Full of tips and practical information-like how to find an exceptional doctor, the trick to listening to your body, building a life of sheer determination, and becoming an occasional but likable nuisance when necessary-will enable you to make recovery your full-time job. Applicable both for survivors and caretakers, Brain Storms also deals with the importance of maintaining relationships throughout the difficult healing process. Be inspired to survive.

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