The Bert Show: Vault – Ms. Peach Update

Release Date: November 5, 2025
Podcast Host: (likely Bart, occasional co-hosts)
Featured Guest: Ms. Peach

Episode Overview

This heartfelt episode of The Bert Show revisits a listener favorite, Ms. Peach, whose compelling story of survival, hope, and recovery left a profound impression on both listeners and studio guests a year and a half ago. Originally diagnosed with terminal lupus and cirrhosis—and given only six months to live—Ms. Peach received a life-changing act of generosity from comedian Jay Mohr, who offered to pay for her home healthcare. This update dives into her miraculous turnaround, the importance of positivity, and the power of community support.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Recap: Ms. Peach’s Original Story

• Background: About 18 months ago, Ms. Peach called the show during a guest appearance by Jay Mohr.
• Diagnosis: Ms. Peach was terminally ill, given just six months to live due to lupus and cirrhosis.
• Jay Mohr’s Support: Touched by her story, Jay pledged to cover her home healthcare, which cost over $10,000/month.

  “He said he was gonna pay for all of her home healthcare, which was well over $10,000 a month." — Co-host (01:59)

2. Check-in with Ms. Peach

• Unexpected Recovery: Ms. Peach defied all odds and outlived her prognosis.

  “It's extremely rare to outlive hospice.” — Ms. Peach (04:07)

• End of Hospice Care: She improved so much that hospice ended her services; at that point, she and Jay agreed she no longer required his financial help.
• Continued Connection: Ms. Peach and Jay Mohr still exchange emails monthly, maintaining their supportive relationship.

  “Still email him about once or twice a month and get emails from him.” — Ms. Peach (03:18)

3. On Miracles and Recovery

• Attributing Her Survival: Ms. Peach credits her improvement to the stability that home care provided, reducing her stress and giving her energy to heal.

  “I really think that is just miraculous. I think a lot of it had to do with a chance to heal. And that's what Jay gave me the opportunity to do…” — Ms. Peach (04:26)

• Mental Health’s Impact: She notes how being relieved of daily anxieties about her basic needs significantly improved her well-being.

  “Worry and negative feelings like that have so much to do with recovery…” — Ms. Peach (04:36)

4. Life Today

• No Ongoing Medical Care: Ms. Peach hasn’t seen a doctor for eight months and is off all medication except for mental health.

  “I'm driving again. I can take care of myself. I go shopping for myself. I bathe myself. I do the cooking, cleaning, everything.” — Ms. Peach (05:56)

• Newfound Vitality: She’s regained independence—driving, shopping, housework, and walking a mile every day.

5. The Nature of Miracles & Skepticism

• For Cynics: Ms. Peach responds directly to those skeptical of her recovery:

  “So look at me. And people that knew me a year and a half ago and know me today… they see me every day… saw me in a wheelchair... Now today, I can move. I walk a mile every day.” — Ms. Peach (07:02–07:43)

• Living in the Present: She emphasizes focusing on the present moment, not worrying about future relapse.

  “Today I'm healthy and I'm happy, and that's all that matters to me.” — Ms. Peach (06:30)

6. Setbacks and Attitude Shifts

• Recent Health Scare: Ms. Peach recounts suffering a heart attack and several mini strokes last fall.

  “I had nine trans ischemic attacks and a cardio myocardial infarction back in September of last year.” — Ms. Peach (08:28)

• Turning Point: Despite that, she bounced back and credits part of her recovery to anger at doctors' repeated terminal prognoses.

  “I told him, I said, don't you ever say that to me again. I will tell you when I'm going to die.” — Ms. Peach (09:05)

7. Advice for Others Facing Illness

• Mental Outlook: Ms. Peach urges listeners not to let illness define them, emphasizing the importance of living fully each day and maintaining a positive mindset.

  “My illness had engulfed me emotionally and mentally to the point that's all that I was living—my illness instead of living my life. And I had to quit doing that.” — Ms. Peach (09:31)

• Realism and Hope: While acknowledging you can’t “think” yourself out of every illness, she encourages everyone to “live the very best that you can live every single day.” (10:11)

8. Community Support

• Listener Impact: The show shares that Ms. Peach has touched countless listeners; she, in turn, credits their prayers and energy for helping her heal.

  “There were so many prayers and so many positive thoughts and everybody pulling together... that pushed for me to get better.” — Ms. Peach (11:00)

9. Epilogue: Daily Life and Gratitude

• Daily Routine: Ms. Peach is up by 6am and active until late—thrilled to be living life again.

  “Every morning six o' clock I hit the floor and I'm usually up till one or two o' clock in the morning. So I'm doing good.” — Ms. Peach (11:55)

• Ongoing Connection: She remains a dedicated daily listener and sends her love to the entire Bert Show crew.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Recovery:

  “Can you spell miracle? ... I really think that is just miraculous.” — Ms. Peach (04:24)

• On Letting Go of Worry:

  “Worry and negative feelings like that have so much to do with recovery...” — Ms. Peach (04:36)

• Addressing Skepticism:

  “So look at me... Now today, I walk a mile every day.” — Ms. Peach (07:02) “You know what? I don't care if it's earwax that caused it. I don't care. It happened, and it's happening today." — Ms. Peach (07:53)

• On Living for Today:

  “All I have is today. And you know how I believe that. … If tomorrow I get up and I'm sick, then I'll deal with that tomorrow, but today is what I have.” — Ms. Peach (07:57)

• Advice for Listeners:

  “Living the very best that you can live every single day is the best that you can do.” — Ms. Peach (10:11)

• On Community Support:

  “There were so many prayers and so many positive thoughts and everybody pulling together... that pushed for me to get better.” — Ms. Peach (11:00)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [01:44] – Introduction & Recap of Ms. Peach’s Story
• [02:27] – Ms. Peach Joins the Call (Start of Interview)
• [03:15] – Confirmation of Jay Mohr’s Support
• [04:03] – Outliving Hospice & Reflection on Recovery
• [05:56] – Ms. Peach Describes Her New Life
• [07:02] – Responding to Skeptics
• [08:28] – Last Major Health Struggle and Turning Point
• [09:31] – Advice for Others Facing Terminal Illness
• [11:00] – Community Impact & Listener Involvement
• [11:55] – Ms. Peach's Daily Routine & Closing Words

Summary

This episode is a celebration of Ms. Peach’s resilience and positivity, reflecting on the impact that compassion can have—whether from a celebrity, a radio show community, or one's own mindset. Grounded, funny, and open-hearted, Ms. Peach’s perspective offers hope and encouragement to anyone facing hardship.
If you’re looking for a powerful real-life example of surviving against all odds—and finding gratitude every single day—this episode delivers.