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About This Podcast

The Pain Game Podcast is about the game of living with chronic pain and trauma as we get to the heart of how to heal. From her intimate studio in California, join Lyndsay Soprano and her guests weekly.

Steve Koch Executive Producer

Steve Koch

Executive Producer

Steve Koch is the person ensuring The Pain Game Podcast sounds as good as it makes you feel.

Before stepping into podcasting, he spent years producing unscripted TV like The Bachelor and The Biggest Loser, Learning how to turn real moments into conversations that connect.

Now, as the founder of Vandalpop Media, he partners with Lyndsay to bring her vision to life each week, ensuring that every episode feels as honest, heartfelt, and human as the conversations themselves.

Rachel Kalmar

Director of Marketing + Partnerships

Meet Rachel, our Director of Marketing + Partnerships. She is responsible for social marketing, promotions, advertising, and partnerships. All the way from the land of maple syrup and endless winters, Toronto’s very own Canuck. Despite facing chronic disease, she brings resilience and determination to ensure our guests feel not just welcomed, but cherished. She is the community builder and the leader of our marketing team. During her downtime, catch Rachel strolling the city with her Bernedoodle sidekick, Norman, and a cup of coffee in hand.

Official Pain Game Podcast Tee

Be one of the first to rock our brand new Pain Game Podcast tee! Available in sizes small through extra large.

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