My Cancer Story

Continuing on with our 3rd season's theme, we are featuring a very impressive young lady who created the non profit Strong Little Souls at the age of 13 years old. Madison Quinn at a young age made a connection with a young child battling cancer and Strong Little Souls was born! Strong Little Souls has been going strong for the past 7 years helping brighten the lives for children battling cancer. Since its inception, they have sent out over 1,000 Care Packages and offer amazing programs. Madison is 20 years young and is currently in nursing school and making the world a better place, one package at a time. To learn more about Strong Little Souls: IG @stronglittlesouls https://www.stronglittlesouls.org/ https://www.facebook.com/stronglittlesouls/

Celebrating My Cancer Story Podcasts 2nd Anniversary with the perfect guest!  You will be hearing from Dana who is a Papillary Thyroid Cancer Survivor.   Dana was diagnosed at age 24 and after being urged by her dentist to get the lump in her throat checked out.   Going through her thyroidectomy surgery and multiple rounds of RAI treatment was in a survival mode blur. It wasn’t until after all of that, when was released back into the 'wild' with a gigantic scar across her neck, that she started to  struggle with her reality.  For the longest time, she kept her journey private, not really talking about her experience with family, friends or coworkers.   It wasn't until I Dana met other women who had gone through the same cancer she had  noticed that we all had a similar question we would ask each-other: "What does your scar look like?" She realized that she wasn't alone and that she had this built in and awesome cancer community that she was a part of.  Fast forward to Dana creating The Butterfly Scar Project. Dana mentions on her website "My mission with The Butterfly Scar Project is to help empower women AFTER their cancer to help them feel comfortable in their scars. The thyroid is shaped like a butterfly and a butterfly has it's own meaning: A symbol of powerful transformation...so Butterfly Scar Project was born! Life after cancer is hard enough and there is no guide book. Cancer DOES SUCK but YOU DON'T. I hope these necklaces help women to feel powerful, strong and beautiful when they wear them and I hope they can feel empowered by their scars. Wherever you are on your journey know you are not alone." To learn more about Dana and The Butterfly Scar Project IG: @butterflyscarproject www.butterflyscarproject.com

This is such a very special episode!  Today you are going to hear Tess' Cancer Story and her work as an OT, Sexuality and Cancer Specialist and how she created ConnectAble Therapies.  To me, this is such an important episode for you to listen to as well as the topic of connection and intimacy.  Tess is the founder of ConnectAble Therapies which is a Melbourne-based occupational therapy consulting service focusing on sexuality, intimacy, arousal, communication and partner dynamics.  She work with patients to help patients (individuals and couples) to help get their libido back, help with body image, fatigue and so much more.  This episode you will learn SOOOOO much, I know I did.  A lot of the subject matter can be uncomfortable to talk about or even think about and I feel that this episode and Tess helps make it a safe space to start to explore connection and intimacy.  Take home message for this episode, there is nothing broken about you....you are normal! Resources we talked about in this episode: ConnectAble Therapies Website Tess' Book-  A Better Normal: Your Guide to Rediscovering Intimacy After Cancer Tess Devèze YouTube - Intimacy and Cancer A Touchy Subject YouTube - Sexual Recovery Post Prostate Cancer Olive and Bee Lubricant https://thepelvichealthpodcast.podbean.com/e/olive-bee-intimate-cream-with-physio-claire-osterstock/ MoveU Pelvic Floor Program

Buckle your seatbelts kids, you are about to be taken on a wild ride!  This is yet again a very different episode that I am releasing in which you will learn a ton about science, anatomy, philology, the history of medicine, pharmacology and integrative medicine.  This will be unlike ANYTHING else you listen to!  Turn your air-pods up and press play: Today you are going to hear from Dr. Patrick Vickers, he is  an expert on the indisputable, cellular science behind health and disease and the face of Gerson Therapy worldwide.  He was trained by Dr. Gerson's family and is one of the few people to have studied Dr. Gerson's handwritten files. He continues to carry on Dr. Gerson's legacy through his clinic, The Advanced Gerson Therapy Clinic, in Rosarito, Mexico; the world’s premier clinic for the natural treatment of cancer and advanced disease. Dr. Patrick Vickers is also featured in the epic documentary series, The Truth About Cancer: A Global Quest and one of his patients is also chronicled in the classic documentary, The Beautiful Truth. Nobel Peace Prize Winner, Dr. Albert Schweitzer, called Dr. Max Gerson, "The most eminent genius in medical history" as The Gerson Therapy has the most storied reputation, to date, for its ability to reverse advanced cancer and degenerative diseases. With seven movies chronicling Dr. Gerson's work, no other therapy has received such recognition on an international scale. Unfortunately, the Gerson Therapy remains the most censored therapy by governments, medical authorities and media outlets around the world as it poses an imminent threat to the conventional medical system. To learn more: https://www.gersonclinic.com/ Access to private videos, lectures, seminars and interviews with Dr. Vickers: https://www.gersonclinic.com/access-to-dr-vickers-private-videos/  (password: podcast)

" Be the winner in this fight" This episode today is near and dear to m heart.  Today's Cancer Story comes to you all the way from the other side of the world in Georgia.  You are meeting Mariam, a fellow Thyroid Cancer Survivor and the Creator or @Smiley_Scar.  I was so honored to finally have the opportunity to meet her and for her to share her story on this podcast!  Her IG handle was one of the first pages that I found when I first found out of my own cancer diagnosis.   Mariam is a Public Health Specialist who was diagnosed in 2019 and talks of her journey with her diagnosis and also speaks on losing her father 4 years prior.  She touches on many topics such as diet, stress, the consciousness of scars and Evidence Based Information.  Mariam is doing great things for the cancer community and continues to make a positive impact on us all around the world! Find Mariam on social media: @smiley_scar

Welcome to Season 3 of My Cancer Story Podcast! Our first story is from Erin Baughman, a Cervical Cancer Survivor.  Which is a perfect story to begin with as it is January which is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.  This young lady found her cancer while at her annual Pap smear which came back irregular.  She talks about her journey as a patient, with physicans, her family, and her coworkers.  She turned her experiences as a patient into a passion for prevention and awareness. She shares how she became involved with CCAP Across The Map and how she used her first hand experience to help make a difference for others going through similar experiences. To learn more about CCAP Across The Map visit: http://ccapglobal.org/ To learn more about Cervical Cancer: https://www.nccc-online.org/

I apologize for the few interruptions that we have in the episode today, I attempted to edit but my software would not cooperate with me.  Hang in there, it is WORTH IT! Today's Cancer Story has a little twist.  You will be meeting and learning about Jacob Beckley.  He is the founder (2016) of the non-profit called The Beckley Foundation and later CURE Token.  The Beckley foundation helps families effected by pediatric cancer by giving grants directly to families.  This especially includes types of cancer with underfunded research.  Not only are they dedicated to making a difference, Jacob also created CURE pay, a way for people to buy and hold the token with a credit card without having to sign up far a 'wallet'. This is a fact filled episode where you will learn about Pediatric Cancer, Cryptocurrency, NFT's and Block Chain Tech.  Jacob has wonderful stories and talks about how he took lockdown and quarantine and made something truly amazing with it! Listen and Learn!  To learn about Jacob: https://www.thebeckleyfoundation.org/ https://www.curetoken.net/ https://www.race4acure.com/

This is a very special episode.  Not only is it the last episode of Season 2 and the year 2021, but you get to meet David Richman!  David is an author, motivational speaker, and a transformation expert.  David shares a bit of his personal cancer story as well as the inspiration behind writing is latest book, "Cycle of Lives".  He was such a delight to have on the podcast, you will learn so much from him and the people he introduces in his book.  Ultimately, people are looking for a connection and you will find that connection in this book! More about the book: "In Cycle of Lives, David Richman takes the reader on an unexplored journey uncovering the emotions behind cancer—exploring issues far exceeding everyday survival. He does this by presenting 15 remarkable stories, from people whose encounters with cancer come from varying perspectives, and whose journeys span the full range of human emotions. The stories are engaging, evocative and provide insight into the human experi- ence in dealing with trauma. In addition to these 15 stories, he presents the narrative of biking across the country—5,000-miles in six weeks—to meet the book participants, while sorting out his own emotions over having lost his sister to cancer years before." To learn more about David and Cycle of Lives, click the below links: Cycle of Lives Buy the book on Amazon Buy a signed copy Instagram @davidrichman_cycleoflives Enter to win the book on @mycancerstorypodcast instagram page

Today's cancer story you will hear from power couple Mike and Megan Scherer.  They are high school sweethearts that have been together through thick and thin.  Mike as diagnosed with Testicular Cancer at the age of 26 finding the tumor on his own.  With some luck and a little bit of help from his parent's, he was able to get in testing and diagnosis much more quickly than he may have otherwise.  Mike and Megan tell their Cancer Story from 2 sides.  One as a cancer survivor and one as a caretaker.  Ultimately, through their cancer journey they founded Worth The Wait Charity.  Where they raise money and give grants to cancer survivors struggling with fertility.   To learn more about WTWC and Mike and Megan Scherer: IG: @worththewaitcharity https://worththewaitcharity.com/

This episode, you will hear Dr. Amydee's Ovarian Cancer Story.  Not only is she a researcher, but she is cancer pharmacist turned cancer survivor, educator, and storyteller with a heart that helps and heals.  She helps those in any step of their cancer journey reclaim their body post cancer and especially helps women through her clinical practice.  She has a wealth of knowledge and shares it through her programs, guides and sharing her story on platforms such as MCSP!   To learn more about Dr. Amydee: https://amydeepharmd.com/ IG: @amydeepharmd Twitter: @amydee_pharmd

Bansri shares her Cancer Story this week with her diagnosis and journey through Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.  She was diagnosed and went through treatment at the height of the pandemic.  She shares about her treatment protocol, shares of how cancer and cancer during a pandemic changed her perspective completely.  Most importantly, she advocates and educates thoughs about stem cell transplants and registering to become a donor.  Bansri is a lovely young woman inside and out, and I am so thankful to be able to share her story and help educate all of our listeners out there. To reach Bansri on IG @bansridhokia To learn more about becoming a donor: Be The Match To learn more about ALL

Finishing up October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month with our finial Cancer Story.  This week you will be hearing Tara's Cancer Story.  She was diagnosed with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma at the age of 39.  Tara chronicles her journey and speaks of her inspiration to start Pink Ink Tattoo.   To learn more about Tara and Pink Ink Tattoo: www.pinkinktattoo.com https://www.instagram.com/pink_ink_tattoo/ https://twitter.com/pinkinktattoo1

This weeks Cancer Story is a very special story and it is so so so interesting!  Today you will here Anna's Cancer Story, she is a 9 year Breast Cancer Survivor and the Creator of a dating app called Entwine.  She provides a wealth of information about a rare thing called Vaginismus and how it has effected her life.  Anna also talks about it being her inspiration for Entwine!   Her story is so interesting, you will learn a lot including some sound advice of " Don't be afraid to get a 2nd opinion." To learn more about Anna and Entwine, visit: www.entwinedating.com or follow her on IG  @entwine_dating

This week, you hear Karen's Breast Cancer Story.  Karen has an amazing sense of humor and talks about her life in the fitness industry and the love and support of her friends and family through her journey.  She also talks about finding love at the most unlikely of times as well as her choice in fertility.  Karen was a joy to have on and you will LOVE her story! To learn more about Karen and to contact her go to her instagram @no_filter_fitness_nv

It's October, that means you know that it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  With this, My Cancer Story Podcast will be releasing a new episode every week to highlight a different woman's Breast Cancer Story.  In addition to that we will be having additional content and information sprinkled throughout the month so stay tuned for some amazing stuff!  Onto our first Breast Cancer Story this month This episode, Jennifer tells her cancer story and how it and being in quarantine changed her life.  Jennifer was originally a Pharmacist before her carrier change into Personal Training/Group Fitness 13 years ago.  A little over 2 years ago, Jennifer was diagnosed with a fast moving fairly rare type of breast cancer (makes up about 10-15%).  Jennifer tells her story of how she found her lump and the evolution of treatment to recovery and all the side effects of Chemo along the way.  She also shares the silver lining of quarantine and how she obtained 2 integral certifcations to her resume and ultimately how she has been helping people ever ssince.  She speaks on being proactive with your health as well as healing through the service of others. This episode is SOOOOOO informative on health, wellness and fitness.  Please take a listen and be on the look out for some partnerships between Jennifer and myself this month!!! To find Jennifer: IG: @hopemovesyou News Video and Article about Jennifer More about Jennifer's experience

This episode you meet Rachel from Vancouver Island, BC.  She is currently going through her cancer journey as we speak and will actually be having a scan in October shortly after this episode will air.  Rachel shares her Cancer Story with Stage II primary mediastinal b-cell lymphoma (Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma).  She speaks about how she was diagnosed, cancer treatment during a pandemic and being a patient instead of being a nurse.  Rachel also shares the struggles of sharing her diagnosis with friends and family as well as the decision to not tell her children right away.  We talk more about 3 major turning points in her life as well as the grieving process and the kindness of others.  To learn more about Rachel and Blood Cancer Awareness month and her Blog, please visit the link below: blog: Reflections of PMBCL IG. @reflectionsofPMBCL https://www.lls.org/article/september-blood-cancer-awareness-month https://www.llscanada.org/news/marking-blood-cancer-awareness-month

I have a treat for you!  Today you will be hearing Lee Silverstein's Cancer Story.  If you are not familiar with Lee, he is the creator and host of the We Have Cancer Podcast.  I'm pretty sure, we was the original Cancer Podcast out there since he created it back in 2015.  Thats right he has been doing this for 6 years and over 179 episodes!  Lee shares his story and his journey through Stage 2 and Stage 4 Colon Cancer.  He talks about how he kicked scanxiety, how his outlook on life and living with cancer has evolved over this past 10 years.  Lee provides valuable advice for our listeners whether you are a caretaker, a cancer survivor, a family member or someone directly effected by cancer.   To learn more about the We Have Cancer Podcast, please visit: https://wehavecancershow.com/ And to follow Lee on IG: @wehavecancerpod Enjoy the listen!

This episode is for all those out there who are struggling. Can you believe that Matt is only the second male that we've had on the My Cancer Story Podcast?  This beautiful episode, you will meet Matt.  He is a stage 3C Testicular Cancer Survivor.  Matt is also a Key Note Motivational Speaker and holy cow will you be inspired by him!  Not only with his story, but what he has done with his cancer diagnosis and the road after.  This episode is for all of those who might be struggling with difficulties that they are dealing with in life.  In this episode, you will learn about what he means by the term " Winning the Day", and what the acronym HOPE means.  Matt is such an inspirational man and you will walk away from this episode ready to take on the world! To find Matt: IG: @matty_ode https://www.mattodespeaks.com/

"Cancer made me disabled, but I am VERY able" Today's episode, you will hear Emily share her Ewing's Sarcoma Cancer Story(s).  She is a 2x Ewings Sarcoma Survivor!  Emily speaks about the importance of listening to your body and not being afraid to question your doctor when his or her guidance is contrary to what you believe is the right answer for you. She also shared what it was like to deal with an unexpected disability after surgery and how living with a disability after cancer can feel isolating and create extra hurdles to overcome.   Enter the name, Wonky Arm.  Emily talks about how she came up with the name for her arm as well as how it evolved into her IG as well as her Blog. Emily has accomplished so much and continues to share her experiences through her writing which is therapeutic for herself and helps others all at the same time.  There is so much strength in her words, and she is an inspiration to others who are dealing with similar challenges. To follow and learn more about Emily: IG: @wonkyarm Wonky Arm Blog

"Cancer is not just happening to our body" -KC This episode, you will meet 4 year breast cancer survivor Kristin Curtis.  You will hear her talk about cancer and parenting, the physical nature of having cancer and how she overcame it while still working.   Kristin takes you along on her cancer journey through chemo, and how she created safe havens for herself with her treatment and her body.  She also shares about her life after cancer and what she made as a part of her healing process. To learn more about Kristen and to contact her: IG: @Kristencurtis8613 Breathing Through Cancer Facebook Group