Gift of Life 112 The Organ Transplant Podcast
Published on Jun 16, 2026, 4:20:22 AM
Total time: 00:25:32
Published on Jun 16, 2026, 4:20:22 AM
Total time: 00:25:32
This week on Gift of Life – The Organ Transplant Podcast, we meet Garry with 2 R’s Katz, a man whose journey has already been filled with battles, strength, and determination. After defeating cancer, Garry now faces another life-changing challenge… kidney failure.
In this heartfelt episode, Garry shares the emotional reality of living on dialysis, the daily struggles that come with kidney disease, and the hope he continues to hold onto while waiting for the gift of a life-saving kidney transplant. His story is honest, inspiring, and a powerful reminder of why organ donation matters so deeply.
Garry’s courage, humor, and positive spirit shine through as he opens up about navigating uncertainty while continuing to fight for more time, more memories, and a second chance at life.
Please take a moment to learn more about Garry’s journey and how you may be able to help by visiting:
www.helpingGarry.com
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The Organ Transplant Podcast. Gift of Life is Hosted by BJ Odom, a double transplant recipient who received a life-saving heart in 2003 and a kidney in 2015. BJ knows firsthand the power of organ donation. After receiving a heart transplant and facing the challenges of anti-rejection medication, he needed a second transplant – a kidney. Now, BJ shares his inspiring journey and those of others in the organ transplant world. Hear from those in the medical field, transplant recipients, donor families, and more, all to raise awareness about the lifesaving gift of organ donation.