? Series 5 is FINALLY HERE! ? ?This season, we’re switching things up with a powerful two-part special consisting of 11 mini incredible conversations in front of a live audience, which is available NOW for you to listen or watch across our usual podcast platforms  ??We are DEEP DIVING into the REAL realities of life after a cancer diagnosis- relationship break downs, finding love again, navigating body image and the medical system, what it’s like living with terminal cancer, and finding faith through the hard times- all through the voices of those who’ve lived it. ?We also have a few e ..read more

Joining our host Charlie this week is 24 year old Tawanda Chamunorwa. Tawanda was first diagnosed with Ependymoma brain and spine tumour .in September 2014 at 18yrs old.He then relapsed for the 1st time - January 2017 at 20yrs old, then relapsed a 2nd time - summer 2018 at 22yrs. Since he started his first diagnosis he has Beat brain cancer twice, had three major brain surgeries, two separate six week radiotherapy treatments, learnt how to walk talk and swallow from scratch, graduated from university (3 year degree with 2 gap years) and started a business. After Podcast Info: Black Men Rising ..read more

This week joining our host Charlotte Crowl is Dr Lisa Dvorjets, a psychologist with a wider range of experience including working as a highly specialised counselling psychologist with Macmillan, The Royal Marsden Foundation Trust, Perci Health and Arthur Frank Hospice. Lisa touches on the different therapy techniques, common issues that arise in sessions, inequalities and helpful tips. After podcast notes: Host & production - Charlotte Crowl Guests: Dr Lisa Dvorjetz www.lisadvorjetz.com @percihealth Mixed by @willlevison Sponsored by @palmersuk ..read more

In this special episode of Black Women Rising, we have a candid talk with Dr Aziza Sesay (@talkswithdrsesay) and cancer survivor Dawn Butler MP (@dawnbutlerbrent). The trio, specifically focus on people being aware of the many signs and symptoms of cancer and being body aware, with the aim to increase knowledge and understanding of cancer symptoms. Remember - if something in your body doesn't feel right, please contact your GP practice. It's probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early makes it more treatable and can save lives. To find out more visit: nhs.uk/cancersymptoms ?Click the li ..read more

In this episode, Leanne was joined by Shalisha James Davis, a British actress currently in the popular soap "Casualty". Shalisha opens up to Leanne on how it has been for her being diagnosed with Ovarian cancer. The conversation touches on life before, during and post-diagnosis and how he has been navigating through everything since age 26. ?Click the link in our bio to listen or watch ?After podcast notes ??Host: Leanne Pero @leanneperoofficial ?Guests: Shalisha James Davis @shalishajamesdavis ?Filming/editing/ Production: Grey waves ?Sponsored by @palmersuk ..read more

In this episode, Paul Campbell, the newly appointed CEO of Cancer Black Care, joined Leanne. Leanne speaks to him about his prostate cancer experience; he delves deeper into how it was going through cancer as a black man and male health stigma and also touches on Cancer Black Care and plans. ?Click the link in our bio to listen or watch ?After podcast notes ??Host: Leanne Pero @leanneperoofficial ?Guests: Paul Campbell @Cancerblackcare ?Filming/editing/ Production: Grey waves ?Sponsored by @palmersuk ..read more

??In this episode, Leanne welcomed Lauren Mahon, the founder of Girl v Cancer, campaigner, and breast cancer survivor. Lauren, a friend of Leanne's and an ally of Black Women Rising from the early days, touches on her journey, her work, and the importance of allyship within the cancer industry. ?After podcast notes ??Host: Leanne Pero @leanneperoofficial ?Guests: Lauren Mohan @Iamlaurenmahon ?Filming/editing/ Production: Grey waves ?Sponsored by @palmersuk ..read more

This episode features Cheryl Johnson, who has stage 4 neuroendocrine cancer, and Judith Nepital, who has stage 4 bile duct cancer. Leanne speaks with them both about their life before and now, touching on the impact and work they both do within the cancer industry and the change they want to see. ?After podcast notes ??Host: Leanne Pero @leanneperoofficial ?Guests: Cheryl Johnson @cancerisadancingqueen and Judith Nepital @frommetoyou.aos ?Filming/editing/ Production: Grey waves ?Sponsored by @palmersuk ..read more

In this episode, Leanne is joined by Nellie and Deandra, who are both influencers who have been through breast cancer diagnoses. Leanne speaks with them about their journeys, what it is like being an influencer and navigating a diagnosis, motherhood, Deandra being pregnant when she was diagnosed and what kind of impact the experiences have had/are having on their lives. ?After podcast notes ??Host: Leanne Pero @leanneperoofficial ?Guests: Nellie @Vintynellie and Deandra @Dea_paul ?Filming/editing/ Production: Grey waves ?Sponsored by @palmersuk ..read more

"Navigating Grief And Building A Legacy: S4 Ep3? ??In this episode, Leanne has a heartfelt, exclusive chat with Alex Newman aka Mr Gosling (Lol) the husband of our beautiful friend Nicky Newman, also known as @nicknacklou✨ In his first public interview since Nicky’s passing Alex touches on his experience of watching his incredible wife go through stage 4 cancer, the grief of losing her and her incredible legacy of projects, community and inspiration she has left in the world that he is keeping alive. ?? It’s a beautiful watch and one not to be missed! ?After podcast notes ??Host: Leanne Pe ..read more