The One Day Closer Podcast with Jay Fassbender podcast artwork
Religion & Spirituality

The One Day Closer Podcast with Jay Fassbender

by Jay Fassbender

Not on the Brazil charts we track today.

If you like The One Day Closer Podcast with Jay…, try…

Latest episodes

  • Three Years, One Day Closer: An Anniversary Conversation with Clive Phillips

    October 16, 2026 · 40 min

    Host Jay celebrates the podcasts third anniversary and sits down with global patient advocate Clive Phillips, an MMN (multifocal motor neuropathy) patient and filmmaker. They discuss Clives diagnostic journey, treatment response, and how…

  • From Wheelchair to Worship: A Powerful Victory of Faith and Healing

    October 1, 2026 · 29 min

    In this episode Jay shares his personal testimony of recovery and faith — from battling a rare debilitating disease and losing his career and marriage to celebrating victories, including walking into an amphitheater after years in a…

  • Seeds of Recovery: Surviving Darkness and Celebrating Victory

    September 18, 2026 · 27 min

    Jay discusses Suicide Prevention Month and the 988 hotline, sharing his personal struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts and urging listeners to check on friends and family. He recounts a powerful story of recovery—returning to…

  • Flip the Script: How Positive Thinking Heals Mind, Body, and Spirit

    August 19, 2026 · 25 min

    In this episode Jay explores how positive thinking, faith, and gratitude helped him through illness and recovery. He reviews scientific studies linking optimism and positive psychology to better mental and physical health. Jay also shares…

  • Detours & Deliverance: Faith, Gratitude, and Grit

    August 5, 2026 · 27 min

    Host Jay reflects on loss, faith, and the difference between being a believer and a disciple while sharing a personal update after a brothers’ golf trip and ongoing struggles with a rare neuromuscular disease. He outlines daily…

Show 7 more episodesShow fewer episodes
  • Five Years Later: Finding Peace, Purpose, and the Dash

    July 21, 2026 · 27 min

    Host Jay reflects on his five-year recovery milestone, shares personal stories of gratitude and faith, and offers comfort to those struggling with anxiety and burden through surrender to Jesus. He honors a friend lost to cancer, outlines…

  • The Drop King’s Perspective: Faith, Recovery, and Living in the Moment

    June 30, 2026 · 29 min

    Host Jay shares a personal health update after switching back to his previous IVIG medication, recounts an East Coast trip, and reflects on how a 30-day Scripture challenge brought more gratitude, peace, and renewed perspective to his…

  • From Infusions to Inspiration: A Philly Pilgrimage & Faith Renewed

    June 16, 2026 · 32 min

    Host Jay shares a personal update about regaining health after an IVIG medication change, celebrates caregiver support, and recounts his volunteer training with the GBS CIDP Foundation in Philadelphia where he met the founder and joined…

  • Season 5 Premiere: Faith, Healing, and a Caregiver's Truth

    June 1, 2026 · 28 min

    In this Season 5 premiere, host Jay shares a heartfelt health update—switching back to a previous IV medication and seeing improvement—while revealing a personal life change. He outlines the season's mission to spotlight caregivers and…

  • Flare-Ups, Faith, and Final Thoughts — Season 4 Finale

    April 10, 2026 · 26 min

    In this season finale of One Day Closer, Jay shares a health update about a recent disease flare-up, reflects on his spiritual journey and the importance of living with an eternal perspective, and finishes the 10-part series on living a…

  • God’s Hand on the Journey: Triumphs, Tests, and Testimony

    March 19, 2026 · 26 min

    Host Jay shares a personal update after a technical setback, recounting recent highs and lows: a speaking trip to San Diego, overexertion and painful setbacks, and a triumphant return to the Metairie St. Patrick’s Day Parade. He reflects…

  • From Broken Toe Studio to San Diego: Hope, Service & Scripture

    February 24, 2026 · 25 min

    Host Jay Fassbender announces the first annual Mobile Gulf Coast Walk & Roll for MMN/GBS awareness on October 3, 2026 in Daphne, Alabama, and asks for participants, sponsors, and donations. He shares a personal MMN health and infusion…

Full episode archive on Apple Podcasts →

About the show

Welcome to the One Day Closer Podcast. I’m Jay, and here I share my remarkable journey—from complete health to total quadriplegia and the long road back. Beyond the physical recovery, this podcast explores how faith in Jesus and the power of positive thinking can transform your life and the path you choose. Join me as I navigate life with a rare disease, pursue spiritual growth, and strive each day to live with purpose and resilience. If you’re ready to walk this path of hope and growth with me, subscribe now, share this episode with someone who needs encouragement, and leave a review to help spread the message of faith and resilience.  T