Threads of Gold
Conversations with authors and illustrators who are sharing stories about childhood and AYA cancers.
Episodes
18 episodes
Episode 18, Stayc Sharrow
Four-time cancer survivor and author Stayc Sharrow joins the podcast to talk about her cancer journey, her advocacy and fundraising for childhood cancer, the books she has written, and her passion for improving the lives of children....
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Episode 18
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1:07:22
Episode 17, Linda Park and Eva Larson
Linda Park is a cancer mom who wrote "Brave, Courageous & Bold," a children's book based on her baby Luke's battle against a rare blood cancer. She joined the podcast to talk about Luke, about the book, and about the progress in childhood c...
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Episode 17
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42:01
Episode 16, Nya Chambless
Teen film director Nya Chambless joins the podcast to talk about "My Guardian Angel," a film she wrote and directed. It is based on a true story about the friendship between two little girls, one of whom is battling neuroblastoma.
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Episode 16
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33:53
Episode 15, Laura Davis
Author and childhood cancer mom Laura Davis talks about her son's battle against leukemia and the book they wrote together. She also talks about the advocacy and fundraising she does to bring an end to pediatric cancer.
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Episode 15
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41:20
Episdoe 14, Hannah Weisbrod
Hannah Weisbrod is a high school senior and children's book illustrator. Hannah joins today's podcast to talk about the experience of illustrating a children's book and a little about being a cousin to a childhood cancer patient.
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Episode 14
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27:59
Episode 13, Tony Garcia
Childhood leukemia survivor Tony Garcia talks about being diagnosed at the age of 2 in 1973 and about some of the challenges of growing up in the aftermath of treatments.
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Episode 13
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45:06
Episode 12, Bill Crews
Ironman triathlete, cancer survivor, author, and childhood cancer sibling Bill Crews shares about losing his sister to leukemia as a child. He also talks about his own cancer journey as an AYA patient and about the late effects of chemotherapy ...
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Episode 12
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1:12:44
Episode 11, History of Bell Asteri
Creative Director and founder, Dana-Susan Crews, talks about the history of Bell Asteri and why it's so important to her and her family.
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Episode 11
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20:28
Episode 10, Justin & Hayley Dickens
Kallie Dickens (forever four, forever cherished, and missed beyond measure) continues to shine her light through her family and the many books written in her honor. Though her time on earth was short, her impact was immeasurable. In this video,...
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Episode 10
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50:53
Episode 9, Sadie & Stacie Eirich
Sadie is a childhood brain cancer survivor and patient at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Stacie is Sadie's mom. Together, they created a beautiful book of art, poetry, and prose called "Hope Like Sunlight" with proceeds benefitting both...
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Episode 9
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43:53
Episode 8, Trish and Curtis Vallier
Trish and Curtis Vallier join the podcast to talk about their daughter Jaycee, about their organization Battlecorn Care Packages (www.battlecornglobal.org), and about the children's book Trish wrote, "Fred & Friends".
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Episode 8
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41:17
Episode 7, Cole and Laura Eicher
A visit with childhood brain cancer survivor Cole Eicher and his mom Laura Eicher! These two started Gold Together for Childhood Cancer at the American Cancer Society in 2018 and since then, millions of dollars have been raised through it, all ...
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Episode 7
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47:14
Episode 6, Jack Gates
Jack Gates is the founder of Triumph Together, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making sports dreams come true for kids in the hospital. He is also a children's book author. He joins us to talk about his books and the work he does for kids...
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Episode 6
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22:19
Episode 5, Kylee McGrane Zarnoch
Kylee McGrane Zarnoch is the founder and executive director of A Moment of Magic. She is also the author of the children's book "Your Magic". She is making a huge impact on the pediatric cancer community. Visit www.amomentofmagic.org to learn m...
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Episode 5
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24:38
Episode 4, Ashlee Cramer
Ashlee Cramer talks about her son Michael and the children's book she wrote based on his fight against blood cancer. To know more about Ashlee, visit www.michaelandmomtalkcancer.com. Find out how to purchase "Michael, The Boy Who D...
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Episode 4
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56:33
Episode 3, Leia Hunt
Leia's Kids Founder and Executive Director, Leia Hunt, discusses her pediatric cancer battle, her organization and advocacy, and the books she has written to improve the lives of children with cancer and their families. Learn more about Leia at...
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Episode 3
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37:14