Welcome to another episode of our inspiring podcast series. Today, we are honored to have a truly extraordinary guest with us - a woman of strong faith and a beacon of hope to many, Dena Sherwood. Dena is the inspiring founder of the Arms Wide Open Childhood Cancer Foundation, an organization that has touched thousands of lives with its groundbreaking work. Dena is much more than a nonprofit leader; she is a force of change, the heart of one of the largest advocacy movements, CureFest in Washington DC. Today, we delve into her story and explore the journey that led her to establish the foundat ..read more

On the RUSH Podcast, Kendall courageously shares her journey alongside our host Sandy Barker, who also happens to be her mom. Kendall's story revolves around the loss of her brother Christian, our beloved founding hero. Today, she stands as an inspiration for other siblings witnessing their own brother or sister's battle with childhood cancer ..read more

In this episode, we have the privilege of meeting Delilah, a remarkable individual who stands as a sibling to Joshy, currently battling cancer. Delilah graciously opens up about her unique journey and provides us with insights into the profound role she plays as a sister, fearlessly supporting her family every step of the way ..read more

**This was recorded in September of 2022, Mandy has since moved to NC4K, a non-profit in Ohio helping children fighting cancer.  She still collaborates with CAC2 and we miss working with her!** Meet Mandy Spielvogle Powell - the Managing Director of the Coalition Against Childhood Cancer.  She's a super mom, leader, friend and collaborator and she's here to talk CAC2, childhood cancer advocacy more in this heart-warming episode filmed in Washington, DC ..read more

NOTE: Since recording this Podcast with Sarah Milberg, several pieces of legislation have advanced or passed in either the US House of Representatives or the Senate.  To get an updated status of childhood cancer progress, please visit stbaldricks.org.   In the first of several episodes, Gold Rush Cure Foundation is on the ground in Washington DC for Curefest 2022.  During this time Sandy had the pleasure to sit down with Sarah Milberg, Director of Government Relations & Advocacy with St. Baldrick's Foundation and the Co-Chair of the Alliance for Childhood Cancer.  Sara ..read more

Get ready - she's fiery, passionate, and absolutely courageous - meet Juanita!  This episode is Juanita's story and her fight against childhood cancer as a child and teen.  Sandy Barker of Gold Rush Cure Foundation brings you an emotional and uplifting episode from a girl who changes the world with her smile and fierce fighting spirit, now making a difference for other kids diagnosed with cancer ..read more

Mary Kay is a superstar of a mom who has helped her daughter Katie fight cancer for over a decade.  Her courageous in-depth story is shared with the Gold Rush Cure RUSH Podcast audience for the first time ..read more

Joe McDonough founded The Andrew McDonough B+ (Be Positive) Foundation and tells his story with Sandy Barker on RUSH Podcast.  Joe is one of the worlds leading advocates for children fighting cancer and provides research, family support and international awareness of pediatric cancer ..read more

Sandy Barker hosts this podcast with Author Theresa Anthony focusing on the book Hope Springs From A Mother’s Broken Heart.  It will help grieving mother's (as well as those in her close-knit community) survive the very worst thing that can happen to a woman. The loss of a child. Hope Springs From A Mother's Broken Heart (Purchase Book via Amazon) https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Springs-M ..read more

Gold Rush Cure Foundation is excited to share the first RUSH podcast with you! Sandy Barker, President of the foundation, sits down with our heroes and has heartfelt conversations about childhood cancer. With every episode she highlights stories, news in this field and highlights progress in the childhood cancer cause. You’ll be able to hear more about what we’re working towards as well as how our heroes are living life on their own terms despite having such a tough diagnosis. On this first episode Sandy Barker is joined by her husband Gary Barker and long-time childhood friend, Kelli Seely ..read more