Episodes

Nov. 26, 2024

Five Battles, One Warrior Spirit

In this deeply personal and empowering conversation, Val Howell, a five-time cancer survivor, healthcare leader, and former NFL cheerleader, takes us through her extraordinary journey of resilience, advocacy, and hope. She t…
Nov. 12, 2024

Crossing the Bridge

We are honored to be joined by Leonard Donaldson, a deeply beloved CanCare volunteer and 32-year survivor of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Leonard has dedicated decades of his life to offering emotional support to those facing can…
Oct. 22, 2024

Saving Lives

We have the great pleasure to be joined by Dr. Candy Arentz, a pioneering breast cancer surgeon with Houston Methodist and a dedicated advocate for breast cancer awareness. Dr. Arentz shares her inspiring journey into oncolo…
Oct. 8, 2024

The Rose: A Beacon of Hope

We are honoured to sit down with Dorothy Gibbons, the co-founder and CEO of The Rose, who has dedicated 39 years to transforming women’s health care and breast cancer treatment. Dorothy’s unwavering commitment to ensuring ev…
Sept. 24, 2024

A Cancer Care Pioneer, Faithful Oncology Journey, A Divine Journey

We are joined by Dr. Joni Watson, a pioneer in oncology care. Joni is a 20-year oncology nurse, faculty member, author, and healthcare executive, who has dedicated her career to advancing cancer care. She shares her incredib…
Sept. 10, 2024

A Couple’s Cancer Journey

We meet with Jennifer, a resilient breast cancer survivor, and her husband Lloyd, who stood by her side as both a loving partner and a devoted caregiver. Diagnosed with cancer while raising young children, Jennifer faced an …
Aug. 27, 2024

Facing Cancer, Finding Love

In this episode of Hope In The Face of Cancer, we sit down with Dr. Keith Saathoff, a 19-year stage-4 lymphoma survivor, loving husband and father, and devoted veterinarian, who shares his incredible journey. Keith discusses…
Aug. 13, 2024

Running For Hope

In this episode of "Hope In The Face of Cancer," we welcome Bill, a remarkable advocate and ultra-marathon runner. Diagnosed with neuroendocrine carcinoma (NEC) in his 30s, Bill faced the daunting challenge of facing cancer …
July 23, 2024

Val Brock: From Diagnosis to Calling

In this episode, Val shares his journey through a prostate cancer diagnosis and the impact it had on his family. He discusses the crucial support he received from a friend who was also a CanCare volunteer. Val reflects on ho…
July 9, 2024

From Client and Volunteer to Lifelong Friends

We explore the profound connections formed between volunteers and clients at CanCare. Berit shares her journey of supporting Ann as she faced the fear of losing her husband to stage four prostate cancer. Over time, their rel…
June 25, 2024

Living La Vida Loca: Navigating Cancer with Heart

We speak with Rita, a remarkable breast cancer survivor with a heart for service, and Marcella, a program manager at Canopy, a cancer survivorship center at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands. Rita and Marcella share their insig…
June 17, 2024

Finding Family: Houston Legends

Houston media icon speaks with notable Houstonians about their cancer journey, including Donna Lewis, breast cancer survivor and CanCare volunteer, Rosie Carrabba, breast cancer survivor who was Donna’s CanCare client, and J…
June 12, 2024

Corporate Compassion: Alliant’s Commitment to Cancer Support for Employees

Discover the power of community and corporate compassion. Through heartfelt conversations with Diane, Jayme, and Sarah from Alliant Insurance Services, you will gain insights into the deeply personal connections these inspir…
June 12, 2024

Finding Purpose Through The Cancer Journey

Ever wonder how one man's battle against cancer could transform into a beacon of hope for countless others? Join us as we sit down with Michael Wiesenthal, a former acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) patient turned CanCare volunt…
June 12, 2024

Hope in the Face of Cancer: Empowering Stories and Support

In this premiere episode of "Hope in the Face of Cancer’ your host, Darcie Wells, shares her hopes for the podcast. In upcoming episodes, she aims to inspire and support those affected by cancer through real stories and shar…
June 2, 2024

It Is Time to Have "Hope In The Face Of Cancer"

Meet your host Darcie Wells and learn what this podcast is all about.