The Cancer Liberation Project

Dr. Adrian is a naturopathic physician specializing in integrative cancer care and chronic conditions. She holds an undergraduate degree in chemistry, is a graduate of Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, and is an active member of the Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Education remains one of her greatest passions, leading her to  serve as residency director for one of North America’s only naturopathic complex chronic disease and oncology-focused residencies.During our conversation, Dr. Adrian shares how her early fascination with whole-person medicine led her to naturopathic oncology, where she focuses on bridging the gap between conventional treatments and supportive therapies that help patients thrive during and after diagnosis. Her work emphasizes treating both the tumor and the overall health of the person, recognizing the role of metabolism, inflammation, and the tumor microenvironment in outcomes.We discuss how integrative care can reduce treatment side effects and improve resilience through personalized strategies like movement, nutrition, targeted nutrients, and lifestyle interventions. Dr. Adrian explains the importance of evidence-informed support that does not interfere with conventional therapies, and how collaboration between providers is gradually improving as patient awareness grows. She also highlights practical tools—such as exercise, detox support, and red light therapy—that can aid recovery, energy production, and inflammation regulation when used appropriately.The conversation also explores environmental toxin exposure, personalized lab assessments, and the emerging role of off-label medications and molecular pathway testing in precision oncology. Dr. Adriene’s core message is that cancer care should never be a DIY journey; patients benefit most from a knowledgeable, regulated practitioner who can tailor an integrative plan to their unique physiology, helping them move from simply surviving treatment to truly thriving beyond it.For more information, go to portmoodyhealth.com and drlindsayadrian.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Dr. Williams is a medical doctor originally trained in oncology who now practices integrative, holistic cancer care. His work blends the best of conventional medicine with biologically grounded therapies that support the body’s own regulatory and healing systems. Through his clinical practice and educational platforms, Dr. Williams helps patients cut through overwhelm, understand their options, and make confident, personalized decisions about their care. He is known for his patient-centered approach, his clarity in simplifying complex cancer concepts, and his commitment to empowering individuals on their recovery and prevention journey.During our conversation, Dr. Williams shares his journey from conventional oncology to an integrative approach after seeing that many patients were unwilling or unable to continue standard treatments. He now blends conventional care with nutrition, detoxification, and other biologically grounded therapies to support the body’s natural regulatory and healing systems, often seeing improved quality of life and better outcomes.He outlines a four-part framework for cancer care: addressing tumors directly, rebuilding the body through individualized nutrition, supporting detox pathways, and working through emotional and spiritual factors that can influence healing. He emphasizes that cancer is multifactorial and that there is no universal diet or protocol—care must be tailored to each person’s metabolic type, nervous system patterns, and overall physiology.A key theme of the conversation is the importance of emotional healing. Dr. Williams explains that unresolved trauma, chronic stress, and beliefs about self-worth can affect recovery, which is why he integrates counseling and emotional support into his care model. Ultimately, his goal is to help patients feel informed, less overwhelmed, and empowered to make confident, personalized decisions about their cancer journey.To learn more and get in touch with Dr. Williams, go to teshuvawellnessja.com and @wellnessdocjamaica on FB & IG. Dr. Williams' 15-Min Cancer Diagnosis course can be found at https://teshuvaglobal.com/15minute-enrollThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Dale shares his powerful journey after being diagnosed with advanced esophageal cancer following years of dismissed symptoms. After finally receiving testing that revealed a large primary tumor with metastasis, he was placed on a palliative care pathway and given a limited prognosis. Determined to explore every possible option, Dale began researching extensively and chose to combine conventional treatments like chemotherapy and immunotherapy with evidence-informed complementary therapies and metabolic strategies.Throughout his treatment, Dale developed a highly personalized, integrative approach that included nutritional therapy, targeted supplementation, lifestyle changes, and therapies designed to support immune function and treatment effectiveness. Despite initial resistance from parts of the medical community, he remained committed to advocating for a collaborative, patient-centered model of care. His dedication led to significant improvement, with his primary tumor disappearing and only minimal residual disease remaining.Dale now focuses on helping others navigate complex cancer diagnoses by promoting education, personalized treatment planning, and greater access to integrative oncology care. Through his work developing global treatment programs and patient support initiatives, he encourages individuals to actively participate in their healthcare decisions, understand their disease pathways, and confidently advocate for treatment strategies that support both longevity and quality of life.Dale is the founder of The Clearpath Clinic, The Life Organic Blog, Two charities: Beyond the Standard, and The Pure Serenity Foundation, and has just taken over Peak Health and Fitness - an online health focused retailer. Dale can be found on LinkedIn and thelifeorganicblog.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

In this episode of The Cancer Liberation Project, Hayley speaks with Paul about the deeply personal journey that led him to hydrogen-rich water and its role in healing. Paul shares how his wife suffered for years with debilitating menstrual cycles, thyroid dysfunction, anemia, and severe fatigue—symptoms that worsened to the point where he feared losing her. Everything changed when she began drinking hydrogen-rich water, experiencing rapid improvements in energy and resilience, followed by long-term normalization of her cycle, iron levels, and overall health. This experience sparked Paul’s mission to understand the science behind hydrogen and help others facing chronic illness.Paul explains how hydrogen works at the root of disease by reducing oxidative stress and chronic inflammation—key drivers behind cancer, autoimmune conditions, and metabolic disorders. Unlike traditional antioxidants, hydrogen acts as a selective signal modulator, supporting mitochondrial function, immune response, gut health, and cellular repair without harmful side effects. He discusses how hydrogen has been studied in cancer care, including its ability to support apoptosis, improve energy, and protect the body from chemotherapy-related damage.The conversation highlights the importance of gut health, environmental toxins, and restoring the body’s natural balance rather than chasing symptoms. Paul shares why not all “hydrogen” water is created equal, how true hydrogen therapy supports the body safely at any age, and why this simple tool can profoundly impact energy, digestion, recovery, and quality of life. His message is clear: when you reduce inflammation, restore balance, and support the body at a foundational level, healing becomes possible.For more information go to echowater.com and hydrogenstudies.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Ryan is the cofounder along with his wife Teddy, of The Stern Method, a platform informing and inspiring families preventing or reversing cancer to succeed on all fronts. In May of 2014 their son Ryder was diagnosed with stage four neuroblastoma, a childhood cancer of the nervous system eleven days before his first birthday. Through an integrative approach leaving nothing on the table, and ridding their lives of all possible causes, which included building a non-toxic house in the middle of the woods, today Ryder is thriving.Along with The Stern Method website and social media presence, Ryan hosts The Anti-Cancer Revolution podcast and online conference series, and is the creator of Going Integrative Plus, a community providing cancer patients, parents and caregivers step by step instruction along with the opportunity to receive guidance directly from the top holistic cancer doctors in the world.In this episode, Ryan shares his family’s powerful and deeply personal cancer journey. After months of dismissed symptoms, Ryder’s imaging finally revealed a large spinal tumor with metastases. Faced with intense pressure to immediately begin chemotherapy, Ryan and his wife Teddy chose to pursue an integrative approach, advocating fiercely for Ryder while navigating fear, resistance from the medical system, and even threats of child protective services involvement.Ryder received limited chemotherapy due to medical necessity, but was supported simultaneously with extensive integrative care, including IV vitamin C, targeted nutritional therapy, supplements, detox support, and a healing-focused home environment. Ryder responded far better than expected—secondary tumors disappeared quickly, the primary tumor shrank dramatically, and conventional treatment was stopped far earlier than standard protocol. Over time, continued improvement confirmed the remaining mass as inactive scar tissue, and Ryder is now thriving.Ryan reflects on the importance of trusting parental intuition, addressing environmental and lifestyle factors, and combining foundational health practices with integrative oncology care. Their experience became the foundation for The Stern Method, Ryan’s podcast, and the Going Integrative Plus community, all created to empower families with education, support, and access to integrative cancer experts—offering hope and guidance to those facing similar diagnoses.For more guidance and information, go to thesternmethod.com and goingintegrativeplus.com. Put in LIBERATE for 50% off first month of membership of Going Integrative Plus.For information on Ryan’s supplement (OUR 7) combined specifically to support the pathways most responsible for cellular strength, repair, signaling, and overall long-term resilience, go to https://ourhealthnaturally.com/revivewellness and enter LIBERATE20 for 20% off until 1/22/26. The Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Dr. Contreras, serves as director, president, and chairman of Oasis of Hope Hospital. A distinguished surgical oncologist, Dr. Contreras is renowned for combining conventional and alternative medical treatments with emotional and spiritual support to provide patients with the most positive treatment experience possible. After graduating from medical school at the Autonomous University of Mexico in Toluca, Dr. Contreras specialized in surgical oncology at the University of Vienna in Austria, where he graduated with honors. He has authored fifteen books concerning integrative therapy including: The Art and Science of Undermining Cancer, 50 Critical Cancer Answers, The Hope of Living Cancer Free, The Coming Cancer Cure, Beating Cancer and Dismantling Cancer. In addition to writing for medical journals, Dr. Contreras has participated in medical conferences such as the World Conference on Breast Cancer and is active in the Cancer Control Society.In this episode, Dr. Francisco Contreras shares the philosophy behind Oasis of Hope Hospital and its integrative approach to cancer care — one rooted in compassion, personalization, and quality of life. Rather than relying solely on aggressive treatments, his work is guided by the principle of “first, do no harm,” offering therapies he would choose for himself or a loved one.Dr. Contreras explains that while cancer begins with genetic mutations, it behaves largely as a metabolic disease. All cancers share common traits — heavy sugar dependence, acidity, and low oxygen — which Oasis of Hope addresses through metabolic therapies, immune support, and highly personalized cell-based treatments using a patient’s own immune cells.His message is both grounded and hopeful: cancer is not a death sentence. Healing is measured not just by shrinking tumors, but by how patients feel, live, and reclaim their lives when the body, mind, and spirit are supported together.For more information, go to oasisofhope.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Lise Alschuler, ND, MBA, FABNO, is the President & CEO of Sonoran University of Health in Tempe AZ. She is a Professor of Naturopathic Medicine at Sonoran University and retains her rank as a Professor of Clinical Medicine at the University of Arizona where she was previously the Associate Director of the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine.She received her undergraduate degree from Brown University. Dr. Alschuler completed her naturopathic medical training at Bastyr University where she also completed her residency in general naturopathic medicine.She is board certified in naturopathic oncology and completed an executive Masters of Business in 2023. She is co-author of Definitive Guide to Cancer, now in its 3rd edition, and Definitive Guide to Thriving After Cancer. During our conversation, Dr. Alschuler shares her long journey into naturopathic oncology, which began even before cancer affected her own family. Early on, she was drawn to working with people facing cancer because of the depth, honesty, and perspective they often carried. After years in general naturopathic practice, she trained in a hospital-based integrative oncology program, where patients received both conventional and naturopathic support. During that time, her father was diagnosed with advanced pancreatic cancer. Through an intensive integrative approach, he lived far longer—and with far better quality of life—than expected. Several years later, she herself was diagnosed with breast cancer, and going through treatment using integrative care profoundly deepened her empathy, reshaped her practice, and strengthened her belief in the value of combining conventional and natural therapies.She explains that the foundations of integrative cancer care are simple but powerful: quality nutrition, consistent physical activity, restorative sleep, targeted supplementation, and attention to environmental exposures. Medicinal mushrooms, for example, have strong evidence as treatment adjuvants with minimal risk. She also emphasizes that supplements must be used thoughtfully and safely—ideally under the guidance of a trained naturopathic oncologist—because natural products can still interact with cancer drugs. A key part of healing, she notes, also involves emotional integrity, authenticity, and the willingness to reexamine one’s life.Her “Five to Thrive” framework organizes these core lifestyle pillars into an empowering, practical roadmap for recovery and long-term wellness. Her book, The Definitive Guide to Thriving After Cancer, is meant to give survivors hope, reduce fear of recurrence, and offer evidence-based strategies without overwhelming readers. Ultimately, she believes healing is not just physical—many people experience profound growth, clarity, and inner alignment through the cancer journey, regardless of the outcome.To find a Naturopathic Oncologist, Dr. Alschuler suggests going to oncanp.org, and Naturopathic Doctors can be found on naturopathic.orgDr. Lise Alschuler and Karolyn Gazella, co-authors of the books, The Definitive Guide to Cancer and The Definitive Guide to Thriving After Cancer, also have a podcast called, Five to Thrive Live and can be found on all podcast outlets. The Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldcenter.com

Janet is a Doctor of Osteopathy and Doctor of Natural Medicine who specializes in integrative oncology and metabolic health. She's the founder of Nurture and Restore Wellness, where she helps patients understand the deeper terrain of their health, the systems and patterns that influence cancer growth and healing.Her work brings together science, compassion, and personalized care. Janet uses data-driven functional testing, targeted nutrition, and metabolic therapies to help people restore balance, strengthen immunity, and support the body's innate ability to heal.Her approach combines scientific precision with compassionate care, empowering patients to restore balance, strengthen immunity, and optimize outcomes at every stage of cancer care.In this episode of The Cancer Liberation Project, Dr. Janet shares her unexpected journey into integrative oncology. Initially hesitant to work with cancer patients, she eventually recognized the deep need for a more compassionate, whole-person approach. Dr. Janet explains how cancer is often misunderstood as purely a genetic mishap, when in reality it's profoundly influenced by metabolism, environment, and lifestyle. She emphasizes that patients don’t have to choose between conventional and integrative care—true healing happens when disciplines collaborate and the patient is seen as a whole human, not just a tumor.Dr. Janet details how her approach differs from a traditional oncologist: instead of focusing solely on shrinking tumors, she digs into the “terrain”—the stressors, exposures, life patterns, and imbalances that allowed cancer to develop. Using the “test, assess, address” methodology, she relies on comprehensive labs, trends over time, and continuous adjustments rather than rigid protocols. Foundational elements such as nutrition, sleep, stress reduction, movement, and emotional healing are at the core of her work. She stresses that advanced therapies like IV vitamin C, mistletoe, and fasting around chemotherapy are valuable, but they only work when the “container”—the person’s overall terrain—is strong. Emotional and spiritual health, she adds, can be the missing link even when lab results look good.She also shares insight into her work with Immunocene, a leading-edge dendritic cell immunotherapy program in Mexico, where personalized treatments are created from a patient’s own immune cells and tumor tissue. Dr. Janet supports the program through metabolic oncology guidance, data interpretation, and terrain-based strategies. Her final message to patients is one of empowerment: don’t lose hope, build a supportive team, and focus on what you can control. Healing is not linear, but with curiosity, collaboration, and foundational care, patients can regain clarity, confidence, and agency in their cancer journey.To reach Dr. Janet, go to janet@nurturerestore.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Leslie is a personal trainer with expertise in cancer exercise intervention and chronic disease, a Pilates instructor, running coach, HIIT trainer, and grief counselor with over two decades of experience helping people optimize their health and wellness through the mind/body connection. She’s passionate about helping people through their own wellness journey by providing exercise and training tips.In this episode, Leslie shares about exercise oncology—the growing field that uses movement to improve cancer outcomes and overall well-being. After losing several loved ones to cancer, Leslie was inspired to help survivors rebuild strength, confidence, and hope through personalized fitness programs.She shares key findings from the groundbreaking CHALLENGE Study, which followed colon cancer patients for 15 years and proved that supervised exercise not only reduces side effects but also improves survival rates—showing a 37% reduction in death and 28% reduction in recurrence. These powerful results demonstrate that exercise can be just as impactful as medical treatments in supporting long-term recovery.Leslie emphasizes that exercise doesn’t have to be complicated—even a brisk walk for a few minutes a day can reduce fatigue, boost mood, improve sleep, and lessen anxiety, pain, and muscle loss. For those who feel too tired or overwhelmed to begin, she encourages starting small, setting realistic goals, and choosing activities that bring joy and consistency.What Leslie loves most about her work is witnessing the resilience of cancer survivors—their determination to heal and give back, even in their hardest moments. Her heartfelt message: Be gentle with yourself, move your body in ways that feel good, and remember that your “new normal” can be even stronger, healthier, and more hopeful than before.For more information, go to livingwithleslielifeafter50.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by the karlfeldtcenter.com

A member of the Maxwell Leadership Executive Program, a Corporate Facilitator, and a Certified DISC Consultant, Diana Fritz is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations through open, engaging, and values-driven leadership. Her mission is to create a meaningful impact and ensure every person she encounters feels valued.Beyond her professional achievements, Diana is a devoted wife, mother, and committed volunteer. She thrives on sharing insights about leadership, resilience, and navigating challenges with authenticity.In this deeply moving episode, Diana shares her remarkable 12-year cancer journey — one that began unexpectedly with what seemed like a minor eye irritation and evolved into a powerful story of faith, resilience, and purpose. Diagnosed with a rare form of cancer affecting her eye and sinuses, Deanna’s path included multiple surgeries, radiation, immunotherapy, and ultimately the loss of her eye. Yet through it all, she chose gratitude over grief, focusing on what she could control and finding meaning in every challenge.A single mom at the time of her diagnosis, Deanna learned to accept help from others — a lesson that transformed her both personally and professionally. Her authenticity and strength as a leader grew as she realized that true resilience isn’t about never falling, but about getting back up again and choosing to see the good. She shares how her grandmother’s optimism, her faith, and her background in basketball shaped her mental toughness, teaching her to respond to life’s setbacks with grace and courage.Deanna also talks about her book, Ultimately Imperfect, Uniquely Qualified, which weaves her cancer story with reflections, lessons, and applications for anyone facing adversity. Through her transparency and compassion, she invites readers to find purpose in their pain and to support others through theirs.In this conversation, Deanna reminds us that even in the hardest seasons, we still have the freedom to choose how we respond — to be a victim or a victor. Her advice for anyone facing a cancer journey is powerful: focus on the parts of your wellness you can control — your physical, mental, relational, and spiritual health. Because, as she says, cancer doesn’t define us — it can refine us.Her Book:Uniquely Imperfect. Uniquely Qualified Links:https://grituiuq.com/www.linkedin.com/in/diana-fritz-b032064https://www.facebook.com/diana.kline.395 The Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Sandy is an award-winning actress who recently added stage 4 cancer survivor to her remarkable life journey. A passionate yogi, creative, and producer, she is dedicated to inspiring others through her experiences. While undergoing her battle with cancer, Sandy authored a poignant book titled Cancer Ramblings: From Why to Why Not?, offering hope and guidance to those facing similar challenges.In addition to her work in the creative arts, Sandy is passionate about the healing arts through various modalities such as yoga, breathwork, meditation, and sound bathing to promote wellness and resilience. By blending her talents in film and literature with her commitment to the healing arts, Sandy empowers individuals to find strength and community in their struggles, to find purpose through pain— demonstrating how overcoming mental barriers can lead to powerful results in physical healing.During our conversation, Sandy shares how she learned about her diagnosis with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and how cancer changed her in a meaningful way. She explains how cancer of the mind was way more challenging than the cancer in her body and how she trained her mind to overcome her challenges. She also shares what she included in her healing regimen and how she was led to write a book about her experience with cancer to guide and support people through their experience.For more information, go to cancerramblings.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Robert Scott Bell, D.A. Hom. (American Academy of Clinical Homeopathy1994) is a homeopathic practitioner, an author and an expert in silver and copper therapeutics. As a keynote speaker, lecturer and educator, he shares his expertise and practical experience with a broad range of audiences from Health Care and Wellness Professional forums, to Natural Industry trade and consumer shows, addressing those who are seeking the depth of his knowledge, education and key insights from his years of holistic practice.RSB co-authored Unlock the Power to Heal with Ty Bollinger. He hosts the popular Robert Scott Bell Show six days a week, where he discusses everyday health issues from the perspective of alternative and holistic health care. He travels and lectures to bring the power to heal back where it belongs, with each and every one of you! In this enlightening conversation, Robert Scott Bell opens up about his early health struggles and how they ultimately led him to discover natural medicine—despite growing up in a conventional medical and pharmaceutical household. He shares his perspective on why traditional oncology has seen limited progress in truly healing cancer, and what he believes is the best path forward for those finishing standard treatments.Robert also dives into how silver and copper therapeutics can support the body’s natural healing abilities, and he reveals the most researched mineral shown to help both prevent and reverse cancer. Finally, he highlights some often-overlooked factors that play a critical role in healing.For more information, go to robertscottbell.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Margie is a physical therapist, integrative health coach, author, and happiness trainer. Margie has over 30 years of experience helping people with osteoporosis and osteopenia improve their bone health through a comprehensive integrative approach. She hosts the Happy Bones, Happy Life Podcast and has hosted four summits on Natural Approaches to Osteoporosis and Bone Health. Margie oversees all the osteoporosis initiatives for the state of New Jersey as a physical therapy representative to the NJ Interagency Council on Osteoporosis. Margie has lectured to Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, hospitals, and women’s groups throughout the country. She has been featured in the New York Times, Menopause Management, OB GYN News and contributed to numerous health and fitness books.  In this empowering episode, Margie uncovers the root causes of osteoporosis and shares practical ways to strengthen and protect your bones—whether you’re navigating cancer or simply looking to stay strong and resilient. She shares which tests give you a true baseline of bone health, the types of exercise that make the biggest impact, and which movements in yoga may actually do more harm than good. Margie also clears up common confusion around calcium-rich foods and supplements, explains how aromatase inhibitors can accelerate bone loss (and what you can do about it), and weighs in on the growing weighted vest trend. For more information and free resources, go to margiebissinger.com The Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com 

Debbie is a wealth mentor. She’s a rebel with a cause: helping conscious entrepreneurs rewrite their stories about money, power, and purpose. After building successful businesses, making millions, and teaching abundance for decades, Debbie found herself face-to-face with a cancer diagnosis, broke and on food stamps. That experience didn’t break her—it activated her. Through feminine energy, intuition, and radical reinvention, she not only healed her body and rebuilt her wealth, she reimagined what true success really means.Today, Debbie is the author of Your Inner Billionaire—a potent blend of prosperity principles, spiritual truth, and no-nonsense real talk. Her work blends Universal Laws, quantum consciousness, and grounded strategy to help conscious entrepreneurs claim their abundance—not just in the bank, but in their bodies, businesses, and belief systems.During this episode, Debbie opens up about what life was like before her cancer diagnosis, including her struggles with drug addiction and even facing a tax lien with the IRS. She shares how to change your story so that you can overcome challenges that may feel insurmountable. Debbie also talks about why she felt more courageous than ever while going through cancer, why creating wealth has nothing to do with your current circumstances, how gratitude is truly the gateway to everything, and more!For more information, go to thedebbiedobbins.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfedltcenter.com

Krishna is a subconscious and somatic therapist, Internal Family Systems practitioner, PSYCH-K facilitator, and licensed acupuncturist who has led over 30,000 patients to their health and wellness goals for the last 22 years. She currently specializes in subconscious therapy, IFS, and the nervous system.In this episode, Krishna shares how trust and belief led her to a career rooted in deep healing and transformation. She walks us through how Psych-K works to rewire subconscious patterns, how she helps clients identify the beliefs keeping them stuck, and how this process can create real, lasting change.We also explore how these tools—especially when combined with Internal Family Systems—can help release stored emotions, calm the nervous system, and support people facing the fear of the unknown, including those navigating the cancer journey.We wrap up with Krishna sharing the most important lessons she’s learned—and now teaches others—on their path to healing and inner freedom.To reach Krishna, go to krishnaavalon.comThe Cancer Liberation project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Jamie is a Holistic Health Coach, working with women to help them develop healthy, loving relationships with their minds and bodies through optimizing nutrition, mindset and movement. She is a mental health advocate, lifelong dancer and passionate about all things wellness. Jamie resides in Jersey City with her loving husband, Nick. She is the host of the FWD Think Tank Podcast, a place of hope, inspiration and wisdom on all things wellness, integrative health and sharing stories of hope from people who have overcome serious health challenges.In 2023, to her shock, Jamie discovered a rare thymic tumor and was also diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disorder. Since then, Jamie has been working diligently with the best of integrative, metabolic and conventional medicine to heal her body and continue to thrive. She believes radical healing is possible, and happening all around her, and has learned an infinite amount of wisdom on this journey. During our conversation, Jamie opens up about the unexpected eye issues that led to her Thymoma diagnosis at age 36, how being turned down by her first surgeon became a great blessing, and the team of practitioners she credits for her recovery. She shares the complementary therapies that prepared her for a complicated surgery, the humbling choice to accept financial help, and the powerful life lessons she’s learned throughout her healing journey.You can hear more from Jamie on her podcast, The FWD Think Tank and IG @JamieFWDThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Dr. Carol is a Naturopath, Acupuncturist, and Homeopath with over 20 years of experience helping women recover their health and restore their life to move beyond breast cancer. Her live group program, Empowered Against Recurrence, provides holistic and evidence-based strategies to understand what’s really happening in your body, release fear, and develop a mindset of strength, self-trust, and possibility.During our conversation, Carol shares how her friend’s breast cancer diagnosis became the catalyst for her path into naturopathic medicine. She offers practical strategies to reduce treatment side effects, guidance for navigating 'fast' menopause brought on by cancer therapies, insights on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, what to consider when choosing to forgo hormone-blocking medications and more!For more information, go to carollourie.comDr. Carol’s Healing smoothie: https://carollourie.com/products/healing-smoothie-recipe-freeThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Andy is a resilient survivor and inspirational author who has overcome numerous life-altering challenges—a victim of childhood sexual abuse and bullying, the loss of his mother at an early age, and the eventual estrangement from his father, his battle with stage 4 pancreatic cancer, and the loss of his youngest son to suicide.Despite enduring multiple surgeries, grueling chemotherapy treatments, and the tragic loss of his youngest child, he has demonstrated remarkable strength and perseverance, developed a deep understanding of resilience, and knows firsthand what it takes to overcome monumental challenges.His book Overcoming Life’s Toughest Setbacks shares the principles that have helped him navigate life’s darkest moments, offering hope and guidance to others facing adversity.During our conversation, Andy opens up about the single most powerful influence that shaped his life, how EMDR therapy helped him heal deep emotional wounds, and the curious, compassionate physician who helped him navigate chemotherapy with fewer side effects. He also shares the core beliefs that carried him through his darkest moments, how he’s coping with the unimaginable loss of his youngest son, and the message he wants to offer anyone feeling stuck in their own life challenges.To reach Andy, go to askandycampbell.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Dr. Nalini Chilkov is the Founder and Creator of the OutSmart Cancer® System (outsmartcancer.com) and the author of the best-selling book 32 Ways to OutSmart Cancer: How to Create a Body in Which Cancer Cannot Thrive. Dr. Nalini’s OutSmart Cancer Programs are recognized as the most comprehensive, science-based, safe, natural programs for supporting cancer patients, cancer survivors and those who do not want to get cancer to Get Well, Stay Well, and Live Well beyond cancer.As a leading-edge authority on Integrative Cancer Care, Immune Enhancement, and Optimal Nutrition and Wellness Medicine, Dr. Nalini is a popular speaker and an expert resource to the media. Dr. Nalini has helped thousands of patients whose lives have been touched by cancer to, achieve and maintain extraordinary health and longevity and is sought out by Hollywood celebrities and insiders. Dr. Nalini is acknowledged as a go-to clinician in Susanne Sommer’s book, Doctors Who Are Curing Cancer and How to Prevent Getting It in the First Place. She has appeared as a health expert on NBC TV and has been recognized by WebMD and ShareCare.com as one of the Top Ten Online Influencers on Breast Cancer. To realize her mission to transform the face of cancer care she founded the American Institute of Integrative Oncology (aiiore.com). Her Foundations of Integrative Oncology Course is devoted to training frontline clinicians online so that they can provide a health model for cancer patients using her OutSmart Cancer System developed over 35 years in private practice.Nationally recognized physicians, such Dr. Frank Lipman, M.D, Dr. Sara Gottfried, MD. and NY Times Best Selling Author Dr. Mark Hyman, M.D., call her “my go to resource”. Celebrity nutrition and fitness expert and NY Times best-selling author JJ Virgin says, “If you have cancer, you go to Nalini. Period.”Her consultation services to both patients and clinicians are available via telemedicine internationally through the Chilkov Clinic in Santa Monica, (Los Angeles) California. During our conversation, Dr. Nalini shares how her parents’ cancer diagnoses inspired her path into integrative oncology. She discusses the importance of having both a disease expert and a health expert on your care team, strategies for creating an internal environment where cancer can’t thrive, and how she empowers patients to take control of their journey and make informed decisions. We also explore specific foods that activate cancer-fighting genes, the best proteins for an anti-inflammatory diet, how hormone disruptors contribute to rising cancer rates, foundational supplements she recommends, what to watch for when choosing supplements, and more.Bonus for our listeners:http://outsmartcancer.com/LiberationProjectThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtcenter.com

Ashley is the founder and CEO of Rebuild-A-Bitch, a nonprofit whose goal is to ensure women impacted by cancer have both the mental and physical health support by providing scholarships for women to receive mental health or intimacy coaching. Ashley was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer in April of 2021, and after a lengthy treatment plan that included three surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation, she’s finally shifted from survival mode to learning how to support other women.From her own experience, she knows the value of both physical movement and a focus on your mental health during a traumatic life experience such as cancer. Ashley lives in Lake Saint Louis, Missouri with her two daughters, Kate & Claire, and her pit-terrier mix, Melba. In her spare time, you can find her lifting weights as a novice competitive powerlifter.During our conversation, Ashley opens up about her journey with breast cancer. She reflects on how her strong foundation in fitness supported her through treatment, the powerful life lesson cancer taught her, and the strategies she used to protect and strengthen her mental health during and after recovery. Ashley also shares the inspiration behind founding her nonprofit, Rebuild a Bitch, and the empowering meaning behind its bold name. Additionally, she highlights some integrative therapies that played a key role in her healing after treatment.For more information on her non-profit and to apply for a scholarship, go to rebuildab.comThe Cancer Liberation Project is sponsored by thekarlfeldtceter.com