Episodes

Sept. 22, 2015

#360 : PELOTONIA AND THE JAMES CANCER CENTER

Pelotonia is a grassroots bike tour with one goal: raise money to fund cancer research. Period. Joining us to discuss the impact Pelotonia has, and the research funded by this three day experience, are Doug Ulman (President & CEO of Pelotonia) and Dr. Michael Caligiuri (Director of The Ohio State U…
Sept. 15, 2015

#359 : SHOW SOME EMPATHY

Most people struggle to find the right words when someone is facing a serious medical issue, enter Emily McDowell, young adult survivor creator and founder of Emily McDowell Studios and genius behind cancer empathy cards. Emily created her now famous empathy cards in response to the loneliness and …
July 28, 2015

The Healing Power Of Music

For our Season 16 finale, we're focusing on the art of survivorship and the impact of music on the cancer journey. Join us as we welcome Angel Rey (singer/songwriter and young adult brain cancer survivor) as he debuts his new single "Stepping Forward" with a live performance! Survivor spotlight on …
July 21, 2015

AFLAC (Sponsored)

Sponsored by our partners at Aflac, in this episode, we are joined by Matthew Owenby (SVP, Chief Human Resources Officer, Aflac) to discuss the world of supplemental insurance, Aflac's philanthropy footprint and how it pertains to young adult cancer. Survivor spotlight on Aflac Associate and young …
July 14, 2015

JOE ABDO

In this episode, we talk with Joe Abdo, young adult survivor and Product Manager & Scientist at OncoPlex Diagnostics, about his cancer experience and what it is like working the oncology world as a survivor. Survivor Spotlight on Melinda Hood. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C…
July 7, 2015

BEATING CANCER IN HEELS

In this episode, we talk with Marlena Ortiz, Founder of Beating Cancer In Heels, a boutique style nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower young women diagnosed with cancer. Survivor Spotlight on cartoonist, Matthew Paul Mewhorter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal…
June 30, 2015

CANCER AND COLLEGE

In this episode, we talk with Boston-based educational consultant Michele Rosenthal (Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Programs at Sawyer Business School, Suffolk University) about navigating cancer and the college experience and the art of finding appropriate on-campus resources. Survivor Spotlight …
June 23, 2015

STUPID HODGKINS

With special thanks to our partner Seattle Genetics, a special episode of The Stupid Cancer Show is up now for your listening pleasure. Join us as we talk about all things Hodgkins with young adult survivors Danya Burakoff  and Kathleen Settoon and caregiver Miriam Burakoff. Survivor Spotlight on V…
June 16, 2015

STUPID LUNG CANCER - PART 2

In this episode, we welcome Dr. Barbara Gitlitz (Principal Investigator of GoYLC), and young adult lung cancer survivors Sandy Jauregui and Jeff Julian to discuss the genomics of young adult lung cancer, clinical trials and targeted therapies. Survivor/Advocate spotlight on Katie Brown (VP, Survivo…
June 9, 2015

STUPID LUNG CANCER - PART 1

In this episode, we talk with Bonnie Addario (Founder, The Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation), Emily Bennett Taylor (Spokesperson/Patient Advocate) and Steven Young (President & COO, Addario Lung Cancer Medical Institute) about the international Genomics of Young Lung Cancer clinical/trial/s…
June 2, 2015

PRIMARY CARE & PATIENT RIGHTS

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Zackary Berger (Primary care physician, epidemiologist, and bioethicist at Johns Hopkins) and Regina Holliday (Bereaved young adult spouse, patients rights advocate and Founder, The Walking Gallery of Healthcare) about the role of primary care provider in cancer su…
May 19, 2015

KIMBERLY JEWETT

In this episode, we talk with 2x breast cancer survivor Kimberly Jewett (CEO & Founder of Kimberly Jewett Consulting) with our Advocate Spotlight featuring Shaney Jo Darden (Founder/CEO of Keep-A-Breast Foundation)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…
May 12, 2015

HOPE FOR YOUNG ADULTS WITH CANCER

4/13/2015 —In this episode, we talk with Billy Paymaster,  COO/Director of Marketing & Communications for Hope For Young Adults With Cancer and this year's Get Busy Living Award winner Katie Lundy. Survivor Spotlight on Protect The Pecs Director/Founder, Steve Del Gardo. See Privacy Policy at htt…
May 5, 2015

WHY IS SHE ACTING SO WEIRD?

4/13/2015 —In this episode, we talk with Jenn McRobbie, breast cancer survivor, life coach and author of "Why is She Acting So Weird? A Guide to Cultivating Closeness When a Friend is in Crisis" Survivor Spotlight on Ann-Marie Otis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P…
April 21, 2015

CANCERCON SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT

4/13/2015 —In this episode, we talk with Emily Drake (Health promotion specialist, Cancer Fight Club) and Nick Iannario ( Assistant professor of health communication at the University of Michigan-Dearborn) as we highlight some of our CancerCon speakers and presenters in preparation for the inaugura…
April 14, 2015

CANCERCON EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT

4/13/2015 —In this episode, we talk Shaney Jo Darden (Founder/Cheif Creative Officer, Keep-A-Breast Foundation) and Amelia Baffa (AYA Nurse Navigator at UH Hospitals)  as we highlight some of our CancerCon exhibitors  preparation for the inaugural CancerCon, which will take place in Denver. Survivo…
April 7, 2015

CANCERCON: COLORADO SPOTLIGHT

3/23/2015 —In this episode, we talk with Dr. Brian Greffe, (Pediatric Oncologist, Children’s Hospital Colorado) Stephanie Phillips (Family Nurse Practitioner,  Children's Hospital Colorado) and Melissa Gilstrap (cancer genetic counselor and YA program facilitator at Parker Adventist Hospital) as we…
March 31, 2015

DR. KEVIN MURPHY

3/30/2015 — In this episode, we talk with Dr. Kevin Murphy professor from UCSD and  Vice Chairman of the Department of Radiation Medicine and Applied Sciences about his research in the  use of transcranial magnetic therapy and chemo brain. Survivor Spotlight on Christabel Cheung. See Privacy Poli…
March 24, 2015

YOUNG ADULT CANCER CONNECTION

3/23/2015 —In this episode, we talk with Young Adult Cancer Connection's Dakota Fisher-Vance (Co-Founder) and Rachel Wetzel (member) about the growing Philadelphia young adult cancer community — AND the first ever Cancervention Conference. Survivor Spotlight on ovarian cancer survivor, actorvist, w…
March 17, 2015

THE GENE THERAPY PLAN

3/16/2015 —In this episode, we talk with Dr. Mitchell Gaynor, s Founder and President of Gaynor Integrative Oncology and Gaynor Wellness in New York City about his latest book, "The Gene Therapy Plan – Taking Control of your Genetic Destiny Through Diet and Lifestyle". Survivor Spotlight on founder…
March 10, 2015

COLON CANCER CHALLENGE FOUNDATION

3/9/2015 —In this episode, we talk with Dr. Thomas Weber (President, Colon Cancer Challenge Foundation) and Katie Rich about the Colon Cancer Challenge Foundation and the first ever early age onset/young adult colorectal cancer summit. Survivor Spotlight on international motivational speaker and pu…
March 3, 2015

VIVER HEALTH

3/2/2015 —In this episode, we talk with Vicki Barghout (Founder of Viver Health) and Dr. Beth DuPree (Chair of Surgery and Medical Director of Integrative Medicine at Holy Redeemer Health System) about ViverHealth and importance of nutrition with cancer. Special spotlight on Nerd Herd Running and J…
Feb. 24, 2015

ACUPUNCTURE AND CANCER

#337 : Acupuncture and Cancer Spotlight: Ashley England Guest(s): Cynthia Hewett, Kaiya Larson and Alli Ward See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Feb. 17, 2015

ALIVE AGAIN

Episode 336 : Alive Again Survivor Spotlight: Brandon SchwartzGuest(s): Chaseedaw Giles, Olimpia Lee, JuWan BizzellSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.