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Tell Her
Tell Her - Extraordinary Ordinary Women
In Tell Her, I sit down with inspiring women, many of whom I’ve met as clients in my hair loss clinic, to explore their incredible life journeys. Each guest reflects on what they would tell their past, present, and future self if they could offer her heartfelt advice.
Our conversations shine a light on the resilience and strength of ordinary women doing extraordinary things. From navigating health challenges to surviving domestic abuse, undergoing treatments, and balancing work amidst adversity, these stories reveal the courage and wisdom that often go unnoticed.
Join us for real, raw, and uplifting discussions that celebrate the beauty of perseverance and the power of shared experiences.
Tell Her
Health Before Hormones: The Cost of Dismissing Women’s Symptoms
In this profoundly moving episode of Tell Her, we sit down with Jo from Durham—a courageous mother and wife—who opens up about her journey after being diagnosed with cancer at the age of 53. Today, Jo lives with the knowledge that her cancer is now untreatable, and she’s been given just 8 months to live. Despite this heartbreaking prognosis, Jo shares her story with grace, humor, and an unwavering determination to make a difference.
She speaks candidly about the challenges she faced within the medical system, the frustration of having her symptoms initially dismissed as hormonal, and her mission to ensure other women are seen, heard, and properly diagnosed. Her powerful message is clear: Health Before Hormones.
Through laughter, tears, and raw honesty, Jo reminds us of the importance of self-advocacy, comprehensive health checks, and living life boldly—even in the face of unimaginable odds.
This episode is a tribute to Jo’s strength, her voice, and her unwavering fight to leave a legacy of awareness, courage, and hope.
00:00 Introduction to the Tell Her Podcast
00:24 Meet Joel: A Story of Resilience
01:33 Early Symptoms and Initial Doctor Visits
02:43 Struggles with Misdiagnosis
04:36 The Importance of Advocating for Your Health
05:55 The Diagnosis: Cancer and Its Impact
08:06 Navigating the Healthcare System
11:01 Raising Awareness and Fighting for Women's Health
12:43 The Emotional Journey and Family Support
14:37 Challenges with the Medical System
17:32 Exploring Treatment Options and Molecular Profiling
19:53 Balancing Awareness Efforts and Personal Life
22:50 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
46:27 Discussing Symptoms and Misdiagnosis
48:54 Genetic Factors and Family History
49:57 The Emotional Toll and Coping Mechanisms
52:29 Planning for the Future
54:11 The Impact of Chemotherapy
57:27 Navigating the Healthcare System
01:00:19 Advocating for Better Care
01:07:30 The Importance of Hope and Positivity
01:12:47 Final Thoughts and Reflections
Connect with Jo, and help her spread her message.
https://www.facebook.com/joanne.forster.52
https://www.tiktok.com/@jomarieart?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cholangiocarcinoma
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Hairloss education
ABOUT YOUR HOST — SHARNI KNIGHTON
I’m Sharni Knighton, the creator and host of Tell Her. I was inspired to start this podcast after meeting so many extraordinary ordinary women through my hair loss and wig clinic. I wanted to give these women a space to share their stories and help them realize that what they see as “ordinary” is truly extraordinary.
As an educator, I also train stylists in the hair loss industry around the world — and I’m passionate about showing them who these incredible women are. I believe you should only step into this work if you’re ready to truly help and connect with the women you serve.
✨ Connect with my work:
- Hair Loss & Wig Clinic → www.sharniknighton.co.uk
- Training Academy → www.sharniknightonacademy.com
- IntelliMESH Product Line → www.intellimesh.co.uk
✨ Follow on social:
- TikTok → @sharniknighton
- Podcast TikTok → @tell.her.podcast
