Real voices.
Real HS.
Listen to honest conversations about living with hidradenitis suppurativa—from treatment and surgery to mental health, relationships, advocacy, and the stories that remind us none of us are alone.
Featured podcast series
Three different spaces. Three honest perspectives. One community that understands life with HS.
Where divas speak truth and scars become strength.
Hosted by Brindley and Cyd—this is HS, redefined through bold, honest conversation.
Sharing stories of men living with HS.
Brotherhood with purpose, hosted by Joey Torre and Parish Armstead.
Where self-love meets real talk.
Unpacking mental health, intimacy, and life with HS—one unfiltered episode at a time.
Podcast library
Explore patient stories, expert conversations, treatment education, and real-life guidance from across the HS community.
LearnSkin: The HS Patient Perspective
Brindley Brooks shares her experience with HS, challenges one-size-fits-all advice, and offers guidance for whole-person care.
Listen on Spotify →LearnSkin Podcast
Explore the intersection of Eastern and Western medicine through expert discussions on integrative dermatology.
Browse episodes →Mario Otero and CO2 Laser Surgery
Mario opens up about his HS journey and his experience undergoing CO2 laser surgery.
Listen →HS, Pregnancy & Hormones
Dr. Jennifer Hsiao discusses hormones, pregnancy, HS management, and possible related health conditions.
Listen →Navigating the HS Surgery Discussion
Learn how to speak with a surgeon, set realistic expectations, stage procedures, and evaluate whether a surgeon is the right fit.
Listen →Atypical HS & Antibiotics
Dr. Vivian Shi explains atypical HS, why antibiotics may be prescribed, and their role in treatment.
Listen →HS: A Discussion Between Men
Dr. Steven Daveluy and Dominick Juliano discuss stress, smoking, self-esteem, hope, and life with HS.
Listen →Anxiety, Depression & Mindfulness
Dr. Ellis Edmunds discusses anxiety, depression, and mindfulness for people navigating chronic illness.
Listen →Jackson Gilles: Music & HS Advocacy
Singer, songwriter, and advocate Jackson Gilles shares how music, hope, and storytelling shaped his life with HS.
Listen →A Discussion on Biologics
Troy Fugate explains how biologics work and the role they may play in the future of HS treatment.
Listen →Sex, Intimacy & Relationships
Sex therapist Erin Martinez offers guidance for difficult conversations about HS, partners, sex, and intimacy.
Listen →Pediatric Dermatology with Dr. Colleen Cotton
Learn about pediatric and adolescent HS, including practical recommendations for parents and caregivers.
Listen →Art Therapy with Erica Pang
Explore how art therapy may support emotional stress, anxiety, self-care, life transitions, and living with chronic illness.
Listen →CO2 Laser Surgery with Dr. Barry Resnik
Dr. Resnik discusses staged marsupial excision, also known as CO2 laser surgery for HS.
Listen →How to Be a Patient Advocate
Denise shares what she has learned about speaking with doctors and advocating for herself and others.
Listen →Professional Boxer Jonathan Kumuteo
Jonathan shares his journey toward resilience, acceptance, and helping more men find the courage to speak about HS.
Listen →Your story matters.
Every honest conversation helps replace shame with understanding and reminds someone else that they are not alone.