The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk

What happens when a graphic designer decides to document his own cancer diagnosis in a comic, panel by panel? Georgia-based artist and prostate cancer education advocate James Burns joins Leah to talk about his autobiographical medical graphic novels “The Death of Me” and “The Half-Life,” which chronicle his stage 4A prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment, and life after. James shares why he posted his diagnosis publicly on Instagram and how he pushes back on the expectation that men need to stay stoic through illness. He talks about his earlier comics that documented the time he had treatment for detached retinas, losing his voice following thyroid surgery, and a fall that lead to a completely unrelated surgery. He also gives specifics of this diagnosis and treatment, from an elevated PSA to MRIs, biopsy, and PMSA PET scans to 28 fractions of radiation therapy. James talks candidly about ADT side effects including brain fog and hot flashes, and how he uses exercise and weightlifting to combat the muscle loss from taking hormone blocking medication. Head to his website https://burnscomics.com/ to download PDFs of his comics. Follow him on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/jpburns and on BlueSky : https://bsky.app/profile/jpburns.bsky.social September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more about prostate cancer at malecare.org Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Can working out actually change what's happening inside your body during cancer treatment? Dr. Leah Sherman sits down with certified clinical exercise physiologist JC Rodriguez to unpack the real science behind exercise and cancer—including how movement may redirect blood flow away from tumors, alter tumor metabolism, and boost immune surveillance. JC breaks down what this looks like in practice: how to move through severe fatigue with “mentally small” wins like a 5-minute walk or in-bed stretches, why consistency matters more than intensity, and general targets for cardio and strength training (individualized to each person). He also covers managing joint pain from hormone therapy, exercising safely with a port, and where to find accessible, cancer-specific fitness support — from YMCA Livestrong to ACSM-certified specialists. Visit JC’s website and learn more https://www.oncolofit.com/ Download JC’s FREE Get Stronger in 21 Days Guide: https://oncolofit.aweb.page/thriving-after-cancer-guide Get his FREE Cancer Recovery Starter Kit: https://www.oncolofit.com/beat-cancer Follow JC on social media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/oncolofit/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@jc.oncolofit YouTube https://youtube.com/@jc.oncolofit 00:41 Meet JC Rodriguez 01:28 What Is Cancer Exercise Science 03:15 How Exercise Fights Cancer 05:49 Starting With Fatigue 09:06 Low Impact Options 10:05 Inflammation And Movement 11:37 How Much Exercise Weekly 12:45 Strength Training Basics 14:00 Weight Gain And Muscle Loss 18:15 Radiation Fatigue Differences 19:45 Hormone Therapy Joint Pain 23:48 Exercising With A Port 31:01 How To Find A Cancer Exercise Program 34:41 Why J.C. Chose Oncology 37:16 Free Downloadable Guides And Tips 38:27 Final Advice And Wrap Up Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

What if sound could help you heal? Sandy Duarte is an award-winning actress, author, Stage IV non-Hodgkin lymphoma survivor, registered yoga instructor, and one of OncoDaily's 2026 Top 100 Most Influential Cancer Survivors. While undergoing aggressive chemotherapy, she turned to crystal singing bowls to calm her nervous system. Her practice has expanded into sound baths, women’s retreats, and community healing, bringing the singing bowls to hospitals, corporate settings, and museum installations. In this interview, Sandy describes her personal experience using Peter Hess® therapy singing bowls, which are placed on the body specifically for Sound Massage. Sandy also talks about her book, Cancer Ramblings, a real-time reflection of her experience with cancer treatment. What is your experience with sound therapy? Leave a comment below! Visit Sandy’s website: cancerramblings.com Follow Sandy on social media: https://www.instagram.com/sandy__duarte https://x.com/sandyduarte https://www.tiktok.com/@cancer.ramblings Find her on IMDB . Buy her book on Amazon . Subscribe to her YouTube channel . Learn more about Peter Hess® Singing Bowls . Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Death is a topic most of us avoid...until we can’t. But what if talking about it early actually gave us more peace, not less? In this episode, Leah sits down with Dr. Susan Abernethy, founder of Mudança Healing, whose path from naturopathic medicine and nonprofit leadership (including Make-A-Wish) led her to become an end-of-life doula. Susan shares how having honest conversations early, especially after a cancer or dementia diagnosis, can ease the pressure of rapid-fire medical decisions, bring clarity to what really matters, and offer real comfort to both patients and the families who love them. We get into the practical side too: the gaps hospice care often leaves behind, the toll caregiving takes on families, and why services like respite matter so much. Susan also walks us through the tools she uses in her workshops—from Death Decks to checklists—to help individuals and organizations get ready for what's ahead, not just legally, but practically and emotionally. This conversation is a gentle reminder: planning for the end isn’t morbid. It is an act of care for the people you love. Connect with Susan: www.mudancahealing.com and on Instagram @mudanca_healing Resources mentioned in this episode: All There Is with Anderson Cooper https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-there-is-with-anderson-cooper/id1643163707 Death, End-of-Life, and Dementia Decks https://thedeathdeck.com/collections/shop-all-decks A Good Death by Margaret Rice https://bookshop.org/a/103670/9781911632146 Learn more about end-of-life doulas at https://inelda.org/ Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

What does it actually mean to advocate for yourself in the medical system? Dr. Holly Lucille, ND, RN, ONC sat down with Dr. Tina Kaczor for a candid conversation about helping patients access the best possible care through self-advocacy and shared decision-making. Navigating a cancer diagnosis is incredibly overwhelming. Between well-intentioned opinions from loved ones and rushed informed consent, it’s easy to feel lost. Dr. Lucille brings compassion and pragmatism to the table, explaining why we need to slow down, understand the true risks and side effects, and look at the whole picture—physical, emotional, and spiritual. In this episode: The Power of Slowing Down: How to navigate a new diagnosis without being rushed into decisions. The Myth of "Forced Positivity": Breaking down the toxicity of societal pressure to stay positive. Holistic Resilience: The impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), relationships, and the practice of habitual nourishment. Healing Tools that Work: A look at trauma-informed strategies like EMDR, brainspotting, and the role of spirituality in recovery. Want to learn more about Dr. Lucille? Visit her website . Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Survivor’s guilt is a common and not often talked about emotional experience after cancer. Dr. Leah Sherman sits down with returning guest Natasha Ewa , licensed clinical social worker and founder of I Thrive Therapy and Wellness , for an honest conversation about what survivor’s guilt actually looks like, why body image after cancer is so personal, and what healing can feel like on the other side. The conversation widens to cover grief over pre-cancer identity, hypervigilance, reconstruction decisions, and Natasha’s documentation of her own DIEP flap experience and complications. Whether you’re navigating survivorship yourself or supporting someone who is, this one meets you where you are. Visit the I Thrive Therapy and Wellness website Follow Natasha on Instagram Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Cancer Hope Network CEO Beth Blakey on Peer Mentorship, Caregiver Support, and Connection in Cancer Care Beth Blakey, CEO of Cancer Hope Network, discusses the organization’s 46-year mission to ensure no one faces cancer alone. The unique model of free, confidential, one-on-one peer mentorship connecting patients and caregivers with trained cancer survivors or caregivers continues to touch lives. Blakey shares her personal story that led her to join the organization in 2019, and how she rose to become the CEO. She explains how, even in the midst of rapid technological advances, one thing has not changed: the need for personal connections. Cancer Hope Network facilitates these connections the old-fashioned way, through helping patients and their caregivers one on one. Blakey also outlines key initiatives: Cancer Hope Network en Español, the TACT (Talking About Clinical Trials) program, and Hopeful Hearts for parents of children and adolescents with cancer. Learn more about the expert cancer care and support of Cancer Hope Network on their website . Follow Cancer Hope Network: Instagram Facebook TikTok Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

What happens to desire after a cancer diagnosis? In this episode, Dr. Leah Sherman speaks with intimacy coach and cancer survivor Claire Rumore about the often-overlooked intimacy challenges that come with cancer diagnosis and treatment. Claire shares how cancer may reshape desire, body image, and relationship dynamics—and why clinical care frequently misses these impacts. They explore practical approaches like redefining intimacy beyond intercourse, using nervous system regulation and consent-based touch to rebuild safety, and the Erotic Blueprints framework for understanding desire. Claire also introduces resources from her site cancerandintimacy.com designed to support patients, survivors, and their partners through this deeply personal aspect of cancer care. Cancer and Intimacy website Coupon Code: CAI20 Free resource kit: Reclaiming Intimacy During and After Cancer, The Sensual Wardrobe Reset Claire's Bio and social media links Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Dr. Kaczor speaks with Dr. Chad Levitt, a board-certified radiation oncologist with over 25 years of experience and founder of ONCARE MD. Levitt discusses how patients are, in effect, consumers of a product called "medical care." As consumers, they are in charge and must navigate the often fragmented healthcare landscape. He talks about the need to have your questions answered fully, to seek second opinions, and to ensure that your care team communicates clearly. The discussion covers what fully informed consent looks like, the limits of the NCCN guidelines, and the need for integrative oncology (including nutrition, stress, and supportive care). His company, OncCareMD, provides unbiased, membership-based advice for optimal treatments with frequent touch points to ensure treatment goes smoothly. Dr. Chad Levitt's bio and links OnCareMD website NCCN Guidelines for Patients Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

In this episode, we dive deep into surgical support for cancer patients and share all the insider intel you might be missing out on. From what not to take before surgery (blood clotting is essential!) to the importance of inflammation in the healing process (yes, inflammation is actually your friend after surgery!), we cover it all. Discover key nutrients, physical and occupational therapy recommendations, and even some mind-body strategies to boost your recovery. We’re talking macronutrients, micronutrients, supplements, and the best foods to eat before and after surgery. Also, we reveal a common supplement that we’re told to skip that might actually help with healing! This episode is packed with practical, easy-to-implement advice that you won't want to miss. Past episodes we mentioned: Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Supplements 101 Vitamin D: Supplements 101 Calcium: The Low Down and the High Points Vitamin C: Supplements 101 Magnesium: the Goldilocks Nutrient? Flax and Chia Seeds: Foods First Link to nutrient absorption chart of gut Find clinical trials on exercise as cancer supportive therapy Products we mentioned (we may earn a small commission at no cost to you): Juven Ginger People Tummy Drops Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Writer, humorist, previvor, survivor, and breast cancer prevention advocate Gila Pfeffer joins Leah for a thoughtful, funny, and deeply honest conversation about loss, resilience, and finding humor in the most unlikely situations. Gila talks about her memoir, Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer, and Other Inconveniences, how humor can be a survival tool during cancer treatment, and her cheeky Feel It on the First campaign that raises awareness of breast cancer screenings and risk reduction. Gila shares her experiences from undergoing a risk-reducing double mastectomy as a BRCA+ previvor to becoming a cancer survivor who is a powerful voice in breast cancer awareness. This wide-ranging interview moves between generations—Gila’s experience as a daughter watching her mother go through cancer, and later as a mother facing her own diagnosis—highlighting the power of storytelling to help us make sense of what feels impossible. Honest, insightful, and refreshingly human, this episode is for anyone navigating cancer. Follow Gila on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gilapfeffer/ Subscribe to her Substack Send your Feel It On the First pictures to Gila! gilawrites@gmail.com Things mentioned in this episode: Read Gila’s first publication in McSweeney’s An Open Letter to Tiffany & Co. About Their Advertising Campaign for the Ring That Helps Women Remember They Survived Cancer The Tyrer-Cuzick Risk Calculator Koning-Vera, compression-free mammography Eleonora Deplinsky, MD Gynecologic medical oncologist https://www.instagram.com/drteplinsky Robyn Roth, MD breast radiologist https://www.instagram.com/theboobiedocs Sharsheret , a nonprofit dedicated to providing personalized support, education, and community for Jewish women facing breast and/or ovarian cancer. Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Dr. Tina Kaczor and Dr. Leah Sherman discuss new diagnostic tools that can tell benign tumors from cancer in the pancreas, highlight the growing concerns over microplastics, and explore the link between ultra-processed foods and early colorectal cancer. They also highlight some amazing inventions by teenagers, like a melanoma-detection app and a skin-cancer-reducing soap. Last, they cover the benefits of hypnosis before breast cancer surgery and the health impact of commonly used chemicals in dry cleaning. This episode provides valuable insights for anyone interested in cancer prevention, early diagnosis, and overall wellness. Soap for skin cancers invented by TIME's Kid of the Year, Hemen Bekele A skin cancer detecting app invented by Richmond, VA high-schoolers The dramatic increase in glyphosate use across the Midwest in the USA The rising rates of cancer in young people around the world Exposure of rat fetuses to glyphosate levels led to early cancer development The rising rate of glyphosate exposure over time Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

In this special November episode, we are swapping podcasts with Charlotte Bayala of the Cancer Caregiver Podcast. Charlotte explores the complexities of meeting expectations of gratitude during the holidays when you or your loved one is dealing with cancer. Listeners will hear an honest, grounded discussion of the mixed emotions that arise, and a breathing tool to help you deal with them in real time. By the end, listeners will have strategies for expressing gratitude authentically in difficult times. Links to Charlotte's bio and social media https://www.cancercaregiverpodcast.com/ Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

In 2022, Jeff Stewart was preparing to donate a kidney when his life took a completely different turn. Unknown to him at the time, he was harboring two separate cancers—kidney and stomach. As a former Jeopardy champ, long-time molecular biologist, and inventor, it’s no surprise that Jeff instinctively framed his relationship with cancer as a complex puzzle that needed solving. In this heartfelt interview with Dr. Sherman, Jeff shares the insights he has gained over the years. He also discusses his published memoir, Living: Inspiration from a Father with Cancer . Written with his seven children in mind, Living offers advice and inspiration for everyone, regardless of age. He also touches on his love of writing itself, having just completed his upcoming young adult fantasy book, Angel Chloe and the Wall of Stone and Bone . Jeff passed away in August 2025, yet his wisdom, humor, and legacy live on to inspire us, just as he intended. Hope for Stomach Cancer support group mentioned by Jeff Buy his book, Living: Inspiration from a Father with Cancer, from our bookshop.org collection NPR piece by Jeff on experimental therapies Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Maria Montoya shares her personal experience as a two-time AYA breast cancer survivor. Diagnosed first at 30 and later at 37, she discusses dealing with Li Fraumeni Syndrome—a rare genetic predisposition to various cancers. Maria also talks about the systemic gaps she encountered in the healthcare system, such as limited genetic testing and inadequate fertility counseling, and what can be done to fix this. She also shares how getting treatment during the isolating early months of the COVID-19 pandemic fueled her passion for cancer care advocacy and systemic change. Now pursuing a Master’s in Social Work, Maria aims to address systemic healthcare challenges, focusing on improving psychosocial support and survivorship care. Maria's bio and LinkedIn profile Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Charlotte Bayala, host of the award-winning Cancer Caregiver Podcast , joins Dr. Leah Sherman to discuss the unique challenges caregivers face. Charlotte shares her journey of becoming a caregiver for her husband with cancer and how she developed practical, emotional, and self-care strategies for caregivers. The conversation covers how to ask for help, integrating meditation and breathwork into daily routines, and the unexpected benefits of self-compassion for caregivers. Listeners can also learn about Charlotte’s Scanxiety Toolkit , a resource designed to help manage the anxiety leading up to medical appointments. Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Dr. Natalie Godbee, gynecologic oncologist at City of Hope in Atlanta, Georgia, talks with Dr. Leah Sherman in a wide-ranging interview on gynecologic cancers. The conversation covers the pros and cons of the HPV vaccine, the symptoms and risk factors for ovarian, endometrial, and cervical cancers, and the benefits of integrative medicine in cancer care. Listeners will gain valuable information on early detection, treatment options, and preventive measures for these complex cancers. Dr. Godbee's bio and links to her social media Human Papillomavirus (HPV) review by the National Cancer Institute Concerns about the safety of the HPV vaccine Does the HPV vaccine increase promiscuity in teenagers? Dramatic reductions in pre-cancer of the cervix Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

In this episode of the Cancer Pod, Dr. Leah Sherman sits down with Dr. David Grew, a board-certified radiation oncologist and founder of Primr, a free digital video resource . They also go into details about prostate cancer, from early detection and PSA testing to the latest advancements in treatment options, including when active surveillance is possible vs. surgery and radiation therapy. Dr. Grew shares how Primr evolved from his inclination to use images to understand and explain medicine. His digitally crafted visual explanations are helping patients understand and navigate their diagnosis and treatment options. Tune in to learn about symptoms, high-risk factors, diagnostic tools like MRIs and genomic testing, and the importance of multiple medical opinions when managing prostate cancer. Click here for Dr. Grew's bio and all social media links to Primr Primr Website: https://www.primrmed.com/ Direct link to Prostate Cancer Education on Primr Clinical Trial Explainers from Primer: The SABRE Trial The INDICATE Trial The CLARIFY Trial Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

What if something as simple as a morning versus an afternoon infusion determined whether your immune treatment works? A recent study of over 1600 patients shows that time of day can profoundly affect whether you derive benefit (ie, “respond to treatment”)! This episode also explores how time-restricted eating can affect your fatigue (called “chrono-nutrition”) during and after treatment. Join Drs. Tina Kaczor and Leah Sherman as they bring you the latest evidence and tell you how you can use your own circadian rhythm to your advantage. The study of over 1600 patients receiving immune therapy, response and time of day The study on Time Restricted Eating and Fatigue we talk about A questionnaire to track the severity of overall symptoms The Brief Fatigue Inventory, a good way to track fatigue A study on timed eating for those with brain metastasis Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube

Belle Gibson (Apple Cider Vinegar), Amanda Riley (Scamanda), and Elizabeth Finch (Anatomy of Lies). Each one created elaborate schemes that often duped even their loved ones. In this episode, Tina and Leah examine the psychological aspects behind such behavior, revealing how these individuals exploited vulnerable people’s emotions and trust. They also discuss distinguishing between factual integrative cancer care (Hello! That’s us!) and harmful misinformation (like the fakers here, for example). The episode emphasizes the need for critical evaluation of health claims, especially in the age of social media. Leave a message and let us know what you liked about the episode! Support the show Become a member of The Cancer Pod Community! Support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content and more! Join today on Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon . Check out thecancerpod.com ! Looking for more information? The website has blogs, merch, and all of the episodes listed by season and category. Shop the Bookshop! The shelves at Bookshop feature books by authors who have been on the show and other fav books. Buy The Cancer Pod merch ! Whether it’s a cozy hoody or a handy water bottle, we have something for everybody. Have a comment or suggestion? Email info (at) thecancerpod (dot) com Follow @TheCancerPod on social media: Instagram Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn YouTube