Little People, Big C

Tegan Connolly is a mother with an inspiring story to share. Battling leukaemia at the tender age of two and a half, Tegan's son Logan is now thriving and cancer-free.  Strap yourselves in listeners and get ready to be uplifted as Tegan shares his triumphant fight against the disease. Plus, hear how her new career path was inspired by her son's cancer journey. Support the show

Survival and finding better outcomes for cancer kids starts with science. On this episode, we delve into the world of research and what's being achieved in the Perth labs at the Telethon Kids Institute by esteemed researchers. One of those researchers is Associate Professor Joost Lesterhuis, a passionate and dedicated clinician and researcher who shares exciting insights into his involvement with Sarcoma research, revealing the progress being made toward developing more effective treatments for children battling this disease. Support the show

For Jane Hunt, her brave son Thomas' battle with cancer began when he was just two years old, but her connection to cancer has lingered a lot longer.  In this episode, Jane opens up about her newfound purpose and passion working as a Career Practitioner with Canteen Australia and shares how her perspective on life has changed since Thomas' diagnosis. Ignited by her son's cancer journey, Jane's mission to provide support and guidance to other young people affected by the disease makes her story even more inspiring. Support the show

For this next guest, being the Child Cancer Research Foundation's Chief Operating Officer is more than a job, it's pure passion and an unwavering commitment to children; and you can hear that purpose in her voice. This inspiring conversation with Kylie Dalton takes listeners on a journey through her personal motivation for working in the field and her ultimate goal to see future generations of children live cancer-free. Support the show

In this raw and authentic conversation with mother Andrea Boyd, listeners will be filled with heartache and hope as she shares her daughters childhood cancer story. When Emily was diagnosed with leukaemia at four years old, Andrea's world was turned upside down. Now, as Emily approaches the end of her treatment at almost six years old, Andrea shares how their family has overcome this difficult journey together and her message for others. Support the show

There are tears and laughter in this emotional and inspiring episode with parents David and Kate Madden, as they share their experience with childhood cancer and the legacy of their son.  The couple tragically lost their son Hunter to acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in 2021. In the face of adversity, Kate and Dave set up the Hero Hunter Foundation, which aims to provide support to those who are navigating the difficult and lengthy journey that they have experienced first hand. Their inspiring story serves as a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit.Support the show

Let's talk about science and research with Dr. Rishi Kotecha, oncologist and scientist with the Telethon Kids Institute. On this episode, we delve into the world of cancer research and shine a light on what is being achieved in the labs of Perth. Dr Kotecha authentically opens up about his professional and personal life, taking listeners, young and old, on a journey of hope and optimism for the future ahead. Support the show

To appreciate how far childhood cancer research has come we need to go back to the beginning to pay tribute to the founding members and their quest to find better outcomes for kids. Cassie Silver sat down with Chairman Geoff Cattach and Professor Ursula Kees to give listeners a snapshot into the early days and the mission behind the CCRF. Support the show

They’re the words no parent ever wants to hear, “your child has cancer”. For mum Amy Devantier her son Liam’s Burkitt's lymphoma diagnosis turned their world upside down, when he was just seven years old. After multiple rounds of chemotherapy, there was light at the end of the tunnel for Liam and his family. Amy shares her story to offer comfort, support and hope to other parents, friends and family members affected by childhood cancer.Donate today to help fund research into child cancers and support families going through treatment, through the Child Cancer Research Foundation. Support the show

Laughter and hope will flood listener’s headphones as we bring you Baxter Hutchinson’s incredible story. Diagnosed with brain cancer in 2018 he had to learn to walk, talk and eat again, but one thing never wavered and that’s his strength and true determination. Baxter’s goal is for people to better understand the complexities of brain cancer and to pursue further avenues for funding and research.Donate today to help fund research into child cancers and support families going through treatment, through the Child Cancer Research Foundation.Support the show

They say good things come in small packages and the series’ first guest, Georgia Lowry is living proof of that. Georgia was just eight weeks old when she was diagnosed with the rare and aggressive cancer acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Almost 30 years after becoming the youngest ever recipient of a bone marrow transplant in Australia, Georgia Lowry is using her experience as a childhood cancer sufferer to help other young children who are suffering with the disease in a very special way. Donate today to help fund research into child cancers and support families going through treatment, through the Child Cancer Research Foundation.Support the show

Welcome to Little People, Big C; the podcast shining a light on the world of childhood cancer brought to you by The Child Cancer Research Foundation. They’re the stories of courage and strength as told Australian families, as they look back on their battle with childhood cancer and into the future. Hosted by TV presenter and journalist Cassie Silver, the series offers hope and comfort to Australian cancer families, whilst educating those completely removed from the cancer world.  Sitting down with families, survivors, scientists, and clinicians;  Little People, Big C leaves listeners inspired and in awe of guest’s fortitude, regardless of their connection to childhood cancer, with the mission to keep research funding at the forefront. Donate today to help fund research into child cancers and support families going through treatment, through the Child Cancer Research Foundation.Support the show