Hope Unscripted
Hope Unscripted is a podcast from Hope Cancer Resources that brings real conversations to the forefront of health, prevention, and community care. Through honest discussions, expert insights, and personal stories, we explore what it means to live well, before, during, and beyond cancer. Each episode dives into topics like cancer prevention and education, survivorship, wellness, and the realities people face every day. You’ll hear from survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community voices, all sharing perspectives that inform, empower, and inspire. Whether you’re looking to learn, support someone you love, or simply take better care of your health, Hope Unscripted creates space for meaningful conversations that meet people where they are — unscripted, supportive, and rooted in hope.
Hope Unscripted
Latest Episodes
Ep. 17 - Know Your Risk: Early Detection & Breast Health
Catching breast cancer early reduces mortality by 40%, yet widespread misconceptions persist. Dr. Britton Lott and Dr. Bennett Battle break down the essentials of personalized breast health, screening timelines, and genetic risk.85% of b...
Ep. 16 - Childhood Cancer: When Cancer Wasn't the End of the Story | Mackenzie's Story
Chemotherapy saves lives, but harsh treatments leave lasting impacts on young bodies. Hosts Jamie Dietrich and Britney Harmon continue their conversation with Dori and Mackenzie during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Mackenzie shares her expe...
Ep. 15 - Childhood Cancer: The Journey No Family Expects | Mackenzie's Story
A persistent ache after soccer practice seemed like a routine sports injury, but tests revealed a high-grade bone tumor. On this episode of Hope Unscripted, Mackenzie and Dori Maddry share how their family navigated a sudden osteosarcoma diagno...
Ep. 14 - Fueling Hope: Food, Supplements, & Common Questions
Altered taste and severe dry mouth turn basic nutrition into a daily struggle during active cancer treatment. When even plain water tastes off, maintaining adequate weight and caloric intake feels almost impossible. Registered dietitian Erin Mo...
Ep. 13 - Fueling Hope: The Role of Nutrition in Cancer Care
Navigating proper nutrition during a major medical crisis carries incredible stakes, yet patient care is often derailed by rampant internet misinformation. When treatment side effects compromise the basic ability to eat and swallow, generalized...