Launched in 2015, the acclaimed podcast Sickboy follows the experiences of 29-year-old Jeremie Saunders as he lives with Cystic Fibrosis with his two best friends Brian and Taylor. Moving and insightful, they discuss issues around chronic illness and disease, getting past the stigmas that follow it. This new documentary captures their journey behind creating their groundbreaking podcast with a sense of humour and candid conversation, gaining thousands of loyal listeners in the process. A testament to how sharing and openness can be one of the best weapons against illness, Sickboy is an inspiring look at facing life’s greatest challenges head on—and a must-see for any fan of our Podcast Festival.
Film subjects Jeremie Saunders, Brian Stever and Taylor MacGillivary will be in attendance for a post-screening Q&A.