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Life, Cancer, Etc.
This is not your mom's support group. Dealing with hard things -- like cancer -- sucks. We use humor (and snark, let's be real) to face the bad, see the good, and find some hope along the way. You CAN do this. My conversations with friends and experts will give you tips and tricks to make the process a little easier, or at least show you that you're not alone. About me? I'm a 3-time cancer survivor (colon, cardiac sarcoma, & urothelial) who's constantly dealing with the uncertainty and monitoring that comes along with that. Maybe I'm not going through exactly what you are, but I get how being diagnosed with cancer can be a visceral punch in the gut. However, there is good that can come out of this experience and you don't have to do this by yourself. NOTE: I am not a medical professional. Everyone on the "Life, Cancer, Etc." podcast is sharing their own experiences, not giving medical advice.
Episodes
36 episodes
I'm a Guest on "The Strong Sunflowers" Podcast
Recently, I was a guest on "The Strong Sunflower" podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strong-sunflowers/id1548796820). I had a great time talking with Zana and Gisselle. They're both strong, kind women who are working to improve ...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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43:08
Life after Lymphoma with Tom Fitzgerald
Our neighbor, Tom Fitzgerald, was diagnosed with lymphoma 17 years ago. Today, he tells us about what that was like and what life's been like since. We're so glad he's healthy and that he and his wife live in our neighborhood.NOTE: I am...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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34:03
What Happens If the Cancer Comes Back? with Bethann & Shawn Rapp
Bethann and Shawn Rapp shared their story about Bethann's lung cancer diagnosis last season. (You can find that conversation here: https://www.lifecanceretc.com/podcast/episode/4875ebeb/nonsmokers-get-lung-cancer-too-with-bethann-and-shawn-rapp...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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40:15
Losing a Parent to Brain Cancer with Camilla Ball
You can also watch this video interview on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KD-0Snw5qbk&t=67s) I've known Camilla Ball since she was 14 years old. Her mom, Valéria, died of brain cancer when Camilla was in c...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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59:18
Better Sleep after Chemo
Getting decent sleep can be difficult, at best, after cancer -- especially after chemo. Here are some suggestions for strategies and products that have helped me get better sleep.Tadin Passionflower Tea: https://www.amazon.com/gp/produc...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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10:42
Resources for Cancer Patients and Caregivers with Olivia Luginski, LCSW, OSW-C
NOTE: You can see the video from this interview on our YouTube channel, here. Many thanks to Courtney and Riley at #AmbitionStrikes for their en...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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50:37
Taking a Leap of Faith (Make that Multiple Leaps)
Here's where my head -- and heart -- are these days. Getting through cancer is not a one-shot deal; you've got to deal with the aftermath, too, and figure out what you want the future to look like. Also, we're adding video intervie...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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11:10
GRAPHIC CONTENT ADVISORY: Right after Breast Cancer Surgery with Kate
*** CONTENT WARNING *** We speak very graphically and specifically about breast cancer surgery, so please use headphones if you're around kiddos.My sister Kate had breast cancer surgery last week. She thought it was important to share w...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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47:16
Talking about Anesthesia with Dr. Debbie Egbert
Dr. Debbie Egbert is an anesthesiologist in practice in Oregon. Debbie is a wealth of information and has an obvious passion for serving her patients. Side note: she's also a fabulous gardener and cook! In this episode, we talk abou...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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59:26
In the Thick of It with Kate
My sister, Kate, was diagnosed with invasive ductile carcinoma at the end of September. She's currently in the middle of chemo, awaiting surgery and radiation, and talks with us about what life's like right now for her, her husband, and their s...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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1:21:32
Why I've Been Missing in Action
Life changes are hard and the last few months have been, too. Here's what I've been doing and why I've needed to take a step back.NOTE: I am not a medical professional. Everyone on the "Life, Cancer, Etc." podcast is sharing their own e...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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13:31
Nonsmokers Get Lung Cancer, Too, with Bethann and Shawn Rapp
Bethann Rapp is a nonsmoker, so getting diagnosed with lung cancer at age 50 was a shock. In this episode, she and her husband (and my friend), Shawn, talk about their experiences and how the last year has gone. They also have a son with ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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47:51
After-Treatment Update aka Tiffany Goulding & Lauren Bales, Part Deux
*** CONTENT WARNING: There's a minor swear in this and we use terms like "breast" and "boob," so please use headphones if you're listening around kiddos. *** Tiffany Goulding and Lauren Bales were on the podcast back in January, while ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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57:23
Discussing Lynch Syndrome and Good Medical Care with Dr. Phil Spiess, MD, MS
Dr. Phil Spiess is a great guy and so easy to talk with. He's a genitourinary oncologist and assistant chief of surgical services at Moffitt Cancer Center and a full professor of oncology and urology at the University of South Florida Morsani C...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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23:54
Talking with Dr. Andrew Brohl, Oncologist and Researcher at Moffitt Cancer Center
Dr. Andrew Brohl is a medical oncologist and physician-scientist. One of his specialties is sarcoma, which is how I got to know him (my second cancer was a cardiac sarcoma). He's been instrumental in my treatment and I'm incredibly ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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37:38
Coping with Trauma with Sharon Dunbar, LCSW
As promised, we are back from our summer break and ready to tackle another difficult topic.These past couple of years have been traumatic for so many of us. What does trauma look like, both in our brains and in our bodies? What's the di...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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38:51
"We're Not Dying with Cancer; We're Living with Cancer" with Jean Pressley Whittaker
Jean Pressley Whittaker is a realtor par excellence and an all-around lovely human being. In this episode, she describes how she and her late husband chose to spend their time after his terminal cancer diagnosis. Her perspective is incredibly h...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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39:16
What's It Like for Your Kids When You Have Cancer?
Our daughter, Téa, is a fabulous person who's been through a lot. Though she's grown up now, she shares her perspective as a child who had to deal with my multiple cancer diagnoses. Seeing things through her eyes can help you support other kids...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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23:48
What's a PET Scan Like?
If you're dealing with cancer, you'll likely get a PET scan at some point. It shouldn't be scary, but we often fear the unknown. For me, getting PET scans is painless; it just takes time. In this episode, we walk through a basic outline of what...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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10:04
Supporting a Loved One with Terminal Cancer with Angela Bounds
Angela's a great friend and, technically, the boss of me. She's been a support person for numerous people and helped her mother-in-law as she battled cancer. Her experiences can be helpful for anyone who's a caring for a loved one with a termin...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:10:05
What Does My Husband Think?
My husband, Kevin, is the absolute biggest blessing in my life and my favorite person in the world. In this episode, we get his take on the past 7 years and his advice for anybody going through a traumatic season in life.NOTE: I am not ...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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20:32
Fellow Sarcoma Survivor Tess Pfohl of "Push Diaries Podcast"
Tess Pfohl is an amazing example of resilience, adaptability, and hope. She's a fellow sarcoma survivor who decided -- at age 24 -- to get a lifesaving cancer surgery that she knew would leave her paralyzed. Tess's positive outlook and the fran...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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2:02:43
Talking about Anxiety with Sharon Dunbar, LCSW
Sharon Dunbar, LCSW, is a therapist in private practice in Florida. In this episode, she answers the questions you submitted about anxiety and offers practical suggestions for those of us who deal with it.https://www.yourclearview.net/a...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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40:16
What's a Radiation Treatment Like?
Starting treatment of any kind can be intimidating. Hopefully, this short essay about one of my radiation treatments will help demystify the process. P.S. I took this photo in the courtyard at Moffit Cancer Center when I was about halfway done ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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7:31
I Need to Take My Own Advice!
Most Sundays, I take a drive along a canal near our house and count the alligators. This week, I recorded the podcast in the car on that drive. I've had a breast biopsy and surgical urothelial check in the past 10 days, so I've been a little wi...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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