Published author, reporter, mom, wife and breast cancer survivor; Kim has quite the testimony to share. We discuss those first moments of Kim’s diagnosis, how she had to prepare to make tough decisions about her body, overcoming those changes and so much more! We even talk a little about how her whole experience really shaped the outline for her to publish her own book titled; ‘Life Reconstructed: Navigating the world of Mastectomies and Breast Reconstruction’. (This episode was recorded in June 2022) If you’d like to have the opportunity to be on this podcast, follow the link provided and fil ..read more

Today’s guest comes all the way from Dublin, Ireland; breast cancer fighter Niamh. We talk about what it was like in those first moments of finding out she was diagnosed with cancer and how quickly things seemed to progress. After undergoing a double mastectomy, ovaries removed, treatments; Niamh never once gave up her fight. We even discuss a little about what it was like interacting with doctors and feeling like there isn’t a lot of empathy from them or have your best interest’s at heart. A hard subject to talk about, but one that is sadly in our world today. If you would like the chance to ..read more

My guest today is mom, wife, journalist and now published author; Jamie Blanco. Jamie takes us on a journey through her eyes as well as the perspective from her dad, Jimmy Blanco; who was diagnosed with the most deadliest type of brain cancer in 1995, when Jamie was just 9 years old. At the time, Jimmy was given 17 weeks to live and basically told by doctors to “Go home & die.” That wasn’t in the cards for him and he chose to forge his own path, live his life to the fullest while he still could, find alternative treatments other than radiation and chemotherapy, and ultimately to never give ..read more

Join myself and cancer survivor, Leela Young. No topic was off limits with this interview. Leela dives head first into what it was like being diagnosed with cancer in early 2020, right before the covid pandemic started. She also talks about the struggles faced during treatments, as well as the long term effects. She reminds cancer fighters to always be mindful and ask questions until you get a clear answer. There’s no telling what comes up during this interview, but I know without a doubt, it is sure to be an inspiration and awareness that all cancer fighters should know about. Buckle up! This ..read more

My guest today, (and the first guest of 2022) is cancer fighter Darryl Prewitt. Diagnosed with an aggressive type of prostate cancer at the age of 60, we discuss what it was like during those first moments when Darryl first found out he was diagnosed with cancer. We also discuss the different treatments he underwent and ultimately how his faith and family has truly been his rock since the beginning. If you’d like to have the opportunity to be a guest on this podcast and share your own cancer journey, be sure to follow www.linktr.ee/srb17 & fill out the section titled Podcast Questionnaire ..read more

My guest today is breast cancer survivor, Jacqueline Irish. Diagnosed in Dec 2017, Jacqueline takes us on a journey through healing, faith and discovery. We discuss what it was like in those moments when she was first diagnosed as well as going through surgeries and undergoing treatments. Though her road has been tough at times (both before and during her cancer diagnosis) Jacqueline talks about how mindfulness and her faith truly kept her grounded through everything. Now, she runs her own business called Keto-Licious Eats; that focuses on ways to eat cleaner, reduce the amount of toxin intake ..read more

From wife, mother, cancer fighter, cancer survivor, to published author; Carol has quite the story to tell. We dive into what it was like in those moments finding out you have breast cancer (not just once, but twice), how she overcame treatments during her second diagnosis, and how ultimately each of her experiences led her to publishing her own book, titled, “Chemo Pissed Me Off!” Not to mention, completed and published this book within 5 1/2 months! Carol’s cancer journey is truly an impactful one & one I can’t wait for you to listen to! You can find out more about Carol and her cancer j ..read more

Wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, middle school teacher, traveler & breast cancer survivor; these are just a few of the ways to describe Christie & who she is. We discuss what it was like when Christie found out she was diagnosed with breast cancer, treatments, finding hope in her journey, and inspiring other breast cancer survivors they can get through this too! She explains how she helps other women navigate their way through life after cancer and treatments. And what lifestyle changes she recommends for a meaningful and long lasting life! Want to learn more about Christie ..read more

Finding out you have cancer is always a tough pill to swallow, and an even harder one when you are only 24 years old. Up until his cancer diagnosis; Matt was enjoying life, living healthy, and was even a personal trainer. He takes us on a journey that is truly remarkable. Through his diagnosis, chemotherapy treatments, undergoing multiple surgeries, and overcoming 2 comas; Matt has quite the testimony to share. I say he is like a phoenix rising from the ashes. Just wait till you hear how he endured everything and where he’s at today! Want to find out more about Matt and his cancer journey? Be ..read more

At the age of 41, Isabelle was and had been living a very healthy lifestyle. She was a mother of 2 kids, exercised, loved to hike & swim. But when she was diagnosed with breast cancer on March 17, 2020 (right in the middle of the COVID pandemic), it seemed hard to believe that someone this healthy could have cancer. We dive into what it was like when Isabelle first found out she had cancer, treatments, and ultimately finding a balance between herself physically, emotionally, and professionally. She takes us on a journey from being in a place she didn’t feel fully ‘complete’, to being happi ..read more