Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful
135 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 24 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 38 ratingsDear Cancer, I’m Beautiful is the first podcast of its kind to bridge the gap between life-saving cancer treatment and fashion, beauty and wellness advice.
Host Melissa Berry is a veteran fashion and beauty publicist, eight-year Triple Negative Breast Cancer thriver and founder of CancerFashionista.com. She’s on a mission to help you reclaim your inner and outer beauty, and welcomes you to listen in as she chats with nipple tattoo artists, post-mastectomy lingerie designers, clean beauty gurus and everyone in between, because cancer isn’t beautiful…..but YOU are.
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"Beyond the Chair: The Powerful Evolution of a Celebrity Hairstylist Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer" with Chelsey Pickthorn, Celebrity Hair Stylist, Patient Advocate & Coach
April 17, 2024 08:00 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MBJoin me and my incredible friend, celebrity hairstylist Chelsey, for an intimate conversation about navigating life with metastatic breast cancer. Discover her powerful journey of resilience, creativity, and finding purpose beyond the salon chair. This episode offers inspiring insights into living life to the fullest, despite the challenges we face. Tune in for a heartfelt exploration of courage, community, and embracing every moment.
“Reclaiming Vitality: Coping with Weight Gain and Exhaustion After Cancer,” with Dr. Amy, cancer survivor, advocate, and creator of the Cancer Freedom Program
April 10, 2024 08:00 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBJoin us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Amy, cancer survivor and creator of the Cancer Freedom Program. With over 13 years of clinical experience, Dr. Amy shares practical strategies for coping with weight gain and exhaustion post-cancer diagnosis. Discover evidence-based approaches to reclaiming energy and vitality as Dr. Amy dispels common myths and offers empowering insights. Tune in for actionable tips on navigating life beyond cancer with hope and resilience.
"Policy Perspectives: Advocating For Change In Step Therapy Practice” with Alan Balch, CEO of Patient Advocate Foundation and National Patient Advocate Foundation
March 27, 2024 12:41 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MBMeet my new friend Alan Balch! Alan is the CEO of Patient Advocate Foundation and National Patient Advocate Foundation which provides patient services, eliminating obstacles in access to quality healthcare. Alan has over 20 years of executive leadership in the non-profit sector spanning multiple advocacy areas including access and affordability, health equity, prevention and early detection, and cancer research. As part of my special podcast series, “Your Voice. Your Health.” focusing o...
“The Fine Line Between Fear & Empowerment: A Story of Young TNBC Survivorship And Advocacy" with Advocate Chance Osborne
March 20, 2024 08:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBI’m so excited to have my dear friend and TNBC sister, Chance Osborne here with us today. We met through our advocacy work and I smile every time I hear her name - and now you will too! At the young age of 24, Chance received a stage 2 triple-negative breast cancer diagnosis, all while carrying the weight of a family history of cancer and the BRCA1 gene mutation. This aggressive form of breast cancer presented her with daunting challenges, from enduring the grueling side effects of chemoth...
11 Years Strong: Reflecting on My Cancerversary
March 13, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBJoin me in this special episode as I mark my 11-year cancerversary by reflecting on the twists and turns of my journey, and how it's shaped my beauty and fashion routines. I'll open up about the emotional and physical challenges I've faced, from diagnosis to treatment, and share the lessons I've learned along the way. Through it all, resilience and positivity have been my guiding lights. I'll discuss the adjustments I've made to my beauty routines due to treatment, and how I've f...
"How a Routine Checkup and Self-Advocacy Revealed a Breast Cancer Diagnosis," with Triple Negative Breast Cancer Advocate Lorelei Colbert
March 06, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBIntroducing my dear friend and TNBC sister, Lorelei Colbert. We met through our advocacy work with the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation and her beautiful glow and energy are absolutely infectious! At the young age of 28, Lorelei was diagnosed with TNBC, a direct result of going for a very routine doctor visit for a physical so she and her husband could move abroad on military orders. Her inquiry about birth control led to a breast exam that would change her entire life. J...
"Breast Density Matters: Understanding Your Unique Risk,” with Leslie Yerger, Founder and CEO of My Density Matters
February 21, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MBMeet my new friend Leslie Yerger! Leslie is the Founder and CEO of My Density Matters, which empowers people to find out their breast density, learn their screening options, and insist on essential additional screening. Today happens to be the annual, “Find Out My Breast Density Day,” so what a perfect time to learn what breast density is, and the importance of knowing your breast density - whether you’ve had breast cancer or not. We’re also going to hear Leslie’s incredible story, her “why”...
"Loving Yourself After A Breast Cancer Diagnosis,” with Katrina M. Johnson, US Director of Advocacy & Professional Relations for Pfizer Oncology, Three-Time Breast and Two-Time Melanoma Cancer Survivor
February 14, 2024 09:00 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBMeet one of my dearest friends, Katrina M. Johnson! Katrina is the US Director of Advocacy & Professional Relations for Pfizer Oncology as well as a three-time breast and two-time melanoma cancer survivor. Katrina and I met through our advocacy work but I feel like I’ve known Katrina FOREVER and I’m sure you will too! Katrina is also a triple negative breast cancer survivor and the Mom of 2 amazing young adults. We talk about everything. Recently we've had some very real and emotional conve...
Step Therapy: The Unspoken Challenge in Healthcare with Tiffany Clifton-Reed, Breast Cancer Advocate and Authorization Coordinator
February 07, 2024 09:00 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBIntroducing my wonderful friend and fellow TNBC sister, Tiffany Clifton-Reed! Tiffany is not only a courageous breast cancer thriver and advocate, but also brings extensive experience as an authorization coordinator. I invited Tiffany to be a guest on this episode of "Your Voice. Your Health." to discuss step therapy through the lense of her invaluable perspective. With her dual background as a breast cancer survivor and a professional in the prior authorization field, Tiffany shares her ins...
Turning Lemons Into Self Breast Exam Knowledge With Irene Benson, Chief Development Officer of the Know Your Lemons Foundation
January 31, 2024 09:00 - 42 minutes - 57.9 MBYou won’t want to miss this episode! Meet my new friend Irene Benson, the Chief Development Officer of the, “Know Your Lemons Foundation.” Irene is obsessed with saving lives from breast cancer through creative education that leads to early detection. She’s got an award-winning app, is responsible for self-breast exam educational campaign materials in 34 languages, and is the lead on a global educator program with over 800 educators teaching breast health in over 60 countries. Tune in to le...
Navigating Brow and Lash Loss After Chemotherapy with Celeb Makeup Artist & Cancer Thriver Ramy Gafni
January 24, 2024 09:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBIntroducing my dear friend Ramy! He’s a celebrity makeup artist, Founder of Ramy Cosmetics, cancer survivor and eyebrow MASTER! Ramy has worked with major celebs including Taylor Swift and Rihanna. He opened his New York City salon in 2004, and has since launched his own brand of cosmetics. His gift for eyebrow shaping has been featured in the pages of top magazines, including Vogue, Allure, InStyle, Lucky, and People, as well as major TV shows including the Today Show and Rachael Ray. If yo...
The Golden Nuggets from SABCS! With Dr. Monique Gary, Medical Director of the Grand View Health/Penn Cancer Network Cancer Program
January 17, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBDr. Monique Gary aka “Dr. Mo” is a breast surgeon, educator, entrepreneur, media personality, farmer, and philanthropist. Dr. Mo currently serves as the Medical Director of the Grand View Health/Penn Cancer Network cancer program, where she also serves as director of the breast program. Tune in for this important conversation to learn about her career path, as well as the “golden nuggets” and most important takeaways from the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, otherwise known as SABCS.
“The Power Of Partnering With Your Doctor To Overcome Step Therapy Obstacles” with Courtney Savage, Founder of Savage Health Policy
January 10, 2024 09:00 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBJoin us for the latest installment of the, "Your Voice. Your Health." series as we delve into crucial insights with Courtney Savage, the visionary behind Savage Health Policy. In this episode, Courtney sheds light on step therapy, navigates the appeals process, and teaches us why it’s so important to really understand your health insurance policy. Tune in to discover the power of partnering with your doctor to overcome step therapy barriers!
Advocacy Unfiltered” With Matthew Zachary, Founder of Stupid Cancer
December 20, 2023 09:00 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBDon’t miss this thought-provoking episode about advocacy with Matthew Zachary. He’s a well-known health advocate who’s passionate about putting the patient at the center of every conversation. Why? Because he is one. Diagnosed as a college senior with brain cancer 27 years ago, Matthew wasn't sure he'd make his next birthday. He’s a Founding Advisor to Google Health, Founder of the award-winning nonprofit, Stupid Cancer, Co-Founder and Chair of OffScrip Health, host of Out of Patients with M...
“Let’s Talk Nipple Covers!” With Rosie Mangiarotti, Founder & CEO of Perkies
December 13, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBI’m so happy to have my new friend Rosie Mangiarotti on the show! Rosie is the Founder & CEO of Perkies, a truly innovative undergarment brand that was born in a college course while she was attending Brown. Perkies offers up several amazing products which help so many of us in the breast cancer community feel beautiful and confident. Perkies Petals - one of my personal faves - is a premium, reusable nipple cover that comes in three shades of nude, and has been touted by InStyle as the "Bes...
“Don’t Take No For An Answer: A Real Life Conversation About Step Therapy” with Dr. Alexea, Board Certified Internist and Breast Cancer Thriver
December 06, 2023 14:42 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBI'm so excited to have my amazing friend Dr. Alexea back on the show! She's a board certified internist, breast cancer thriver and a true beacon of light in our community. This episode is part of my special series, “Your Voice, Your Health.” and is designed to teach us all about step therapy. Dr. Alexea shares her honest and first hand experience with step therapy as both a physician and a breast cancer survivor, as well as tactical ways to overcome these very frustrating obstacles. Thank y...
“A Previvor With A Passion For Giving Back,” With Tracy Posner, Previvor and Founder of BRCA Strong
November 29, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MBMeet my dear friend Tracy Posner, an amazing previvor and founder of BRCA Strong. This unique non-profit organization offers education, information, support and advocacy for women who are uninsured or under-insured, by women who truly care. BRCA Strong is one-stop shopping! From pre-mastectomy care packages, gynecological care packages and post-mastectomy garments to prosthetics and other treatment necessities — all of this is provided at zero cost to the recipient! Tune in to this very spec...
“Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Cold Capping” With Claire L Paxman, Brand Ambassador & Director of Global Training for Paxman Scalp Cooling
November 15, 2023 09:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MBIntroducing my new friend, Claire L Paxman, who serves as the Brand Ambassador & Director of Global Training for Paxman Scalp Cooling. Listen to the amazing story about her mother’s chemotherapy-induced hair loss andhow it paved her path to her current position at Paxman Scalp Cooling. Claire is truly on a mission to help us preserve our hair and tells us everything we ever wanted to know about cold capping. What it is, how it works, if you’re a good candidate for it and so much more. Do not...
“Your Health Coverage for Cancer Treatment Was Denied…What Happens Next?” With Joanna Doran, CEO of Triage Cancer
November 08, 2023 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBThis episode is part of my special series, “Your Voice, Your Health and is designed to teach us all about step therapy. Joanna Doran is a cancer rights attorney, author, speaker, and CEO of Triage Cancer, a national, nonprofit organization providing free education on practical and legal issues that may impact individuals coping with cancer and their caregivers. Joanna has spent nearly thirty years working on behalf of individuals with cancer and co-authored a book called Cancer Rights Law f...
“Leveraging Art & Culture For Metastatic Breast Cancer,” with Beth Fairchild, Stage IV breast cancer thriver, advocate and founder of Cancer Culture
November 01, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 56.2 MBBeth Fairchild is an artist, metastatic breast cancer thriver, advocate and founder of a new non-profit called Cancer Culture. This patient-led non-profit organization is designed to sound the alarm about the growing public health concern that is breast cancer. #CancerCulture uses art and storytelling to raise awareness, provoke and inspire change by bringing a hopeful view to the community and shining a light on the realities of the disease, all while creating a sense of community among pa...
“How To Reduce Breast Cancer Risk & Manage Your Weight” With Rachel Beller, MS, RDN, registered dietitian nutritionist and the CEO of The Beller Nutritional Institute
October 26, 2023 15:37 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBI’m so excited to have my good friend Rachel Beller back on the show! Rachel is the author of several books including her latest one called, “Spice Rack.” She explains the benefits of the Beller Nutrition approach, offers up expert advice about maintaining a healthy weight during and post-treatment, and the easiest ways to incorporate the Beller methodology into our meals each day.
“Navigating Genetic Testing & Breast Cancer Screening For Our Daughters” With Dr. Eleonora Teplinksy, Head of Breast Medical Oncology at Valley Health System and Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
October 18, 2023 09:00 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBI’m so happy to welcome back my dear friend AND my very own breast oncologist, Dr. Eleonora Teplinksy. Tune in to learn about Dr. Teplinksy's expertise, as well as explore strategies for effectively navigating genetic testing and breast cancer screening for our daughters. This subject holds great personal significance for me, given that I have two young adult daughters with an elevated risk of breast cancer due to our extensive family history. Dr. Teplinksy guides us in forging a collaborati...
“My Beautiful, Resilient Mother Navigating Breast Cancer Again At 75” with Barbara Berry, Melissa’s Mom and Breast Cancer Thriver
October 11, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBThis was one episode I never expected to record. My beautiful mother Barbara is one of the sweetest, caring people you’ll ever meet. She saved my life by encouraging me to get a BRCA test and continues to be a true advocate for our entire family and for everyone she meets. A few months ago, and 17 years after her initial breast cancer diagnosis, she was faced with a very difficult decision to make about her own health. Just when I thought I couldn’t possibly be more proud of her. Do not miss...
"What is Step Therapy and How Does it Affect Cancer Patients?” with Dr. Keith Crawford, MD, Ph.D.
October 04, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBIntroducing a brand new Dear Cancer, I'm Beautiful podcast series called, "Your Voice. Your Health!” The first episode of this series titled, "What is Step Therapy and How Does it Affect Cancer Patients?” will provide you with comprehensive information about step therapy and its implications on your treatment choices and outcomes. I didn't even know what step therapy was until recently. These "fail first" policies have become way too common in healthcare insurance plans. They require us ...
The Healing Power of Lipstick! with Katherine Mason, Founder of Painted With Lipstick
September 20, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MBI’m so thrilled to introduce you to my new friend, Katherine Mason. She is an incredible artist and founder of Painted With Lipstick. Tune into this episode to hear Katherine's story, as she was a tremendous source of love and support for a friend of hers who was undergoing breast cancer treatment. Together, they discovered the power of lipstick and how it played a special part in her friend’s healing process.
Navigating The Challenges Of Breast Cancer Screening with Hayley Brown, Director of Partnerships and Programs for TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance
September 13, 2023 09:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBMeet my friend Hayley Brown, Director of Partnerships and Programs for TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance. Hayley is also the daughter of the Foundation’s founder, Ricki Fairley. Hayley is the driving force behind their special program, “For The Love Of My Gurls. We’re going to hear Hayley’s story, why she’s so passionate about breast cancer advocacy and challenges that she’s currently facing as she tries to navigate her own breast health and screening. Most importantly, she shares some...
Healing Through Music & Advocacy with Rachel Burns, Singer/Songwriter, Breast Cancer Survivor and Advocate
September 06, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBIf you don’t know her already, please meet my friend Rachel Burns. Rachel is a pop-soul-cabaret-satire singer/songwriter and a breast cancer survivor dedicated to using her voice and platform to raise awareness of the realities of the disease while creating a sense of community among patients. We’re going to learn how singing can actually be therapeutic, how Rachel uses her music to advocate for breast cancer, the upcoming Cancer Culture fashion shows and her Living My Breast Life fundraiser...
How To Regain Sensation In Our Reconstructed Breasts With Dr. Jonathan Bank, M.D.
August 16, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBI’m so excited to have my dear friend Dr. Jonathan Bank back on the show! He’s a board-certified plastic surgeon and an internationally known expert in microsurgery. A particular area of specialty is the sensory restoration of the reconstructed breast, in which Dr. Bank has one of the longest-standing experiences in America. In this episode, we talk about a surgical technique that he's very passionate about called Resensation. Dr. Bank explains how it works and his “why” behind his interest ...
Meet The Boobie Queen! With Whitney O’Connor, Founder of The Boobie Queen Company, licensed professional counselor and 2x breast cancer survivor
August 09, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 55.4 MBMeet my friend Whitney O’Connor. She’s been working in the mental health community since 2012 and most of her time is spent managing and building her nonprofit business called, The Boobie Queen Company. Whitney founded this organization after being diagnosed at 30 years old and 6 weeks after getting married. She does this by donating Boobie Crowns and facilitating retreats for her Boobie Queens. Tune into this special episode to learn how Whitney uses her experience as a mental health therap...
Protecting Your Skin From The Sun In Style with Melissa Papock, Founder & CEO of Sun Protective Clothing Brand Cabana Life
July 26, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBYou’re going to love meeting my friend Melissa Papock, Founder & CEO of Cabana Life. We met years ago when I was a publicist and she was my client, talk about full circle! At age 26, Melissa was diagnosed with melanoma during a routine skin check. Melissa's problem became her purpose and she started Cabana Life with the dream of using her personal story and stylish clothing to help educate and protect as many people as possible. Hear Melissa’s story, learn why it’s so important to protect o...
Shopping For Bras And Loving Your Body In The Process with Kimmay, Undergarment Educator, Self-Love Coach and Founder of Hurray Kimmay
July 19, 2023 09:00 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBIntroducing Kimmay! She’s an Undergarment Educator, Self-Love coach and Founder of Hurray Kimmay. Kimmay has been featured on major national morning shows including Rachael Ray and TODAY. She’s on a mission to help us all feel comfortable and confident in our bras. Hear how Kimmay became a bra expert, the do’s and don’t when it comes to finding the best bra for you regardless of your body type, and most importantly how to embrace and love your body throughout the process.
A Crash Course In Clean Beauty with Kelsey Bucci, CEO & Founder of Paris Laundry
July 12, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 63.2 MBThe concept of clean beauty can be very overwhelming and confusing, especially when you’re navigating a cancer diagnosis. Thank you Kelsey Bucci, CEO and Founder of Paris Laundry for teaching us the do’s and dont’s! This amazing cancer thriver, entrepreneur and Mom of four was instructed by medical professionals to refrain from using certain products to minimize her exposure to toxins. This ultimately led to the launch of an entire lifestyle brand which offers clean and sustainable beauty, w...
How to Treat Your Lymphedema in Style with Fashionable Compression Garments with Josh Levin, President of LympheDIVAS
June 28, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MBIf you don’t know him already, meet my new friend Josh Levin! He’s the President of LympheDIVAS, a brand dedicated to helping us feel beautiful by offering stylish yet functional lymphedema garments. LympheDIVAS was created by Josh’s late sister Rachel who ultimately lost her life to triple negative breast cancer. He continues to keep her incredible vision alive today. Tune in to learn about the “why” behind Josh’s mission, how wearing a beautiful lymphedema garment can help you feel em...
Namaste! The Benefits of Yoga During Cancer Treatment with Emily Pareti, cancer thriver and founder of Emily Pareti Yoga
June 20, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 51.6 MBToday is International Yoga Day so I couldn’t resist inviting a yoga loving thriver here to chat with us about the healing benefits of yoga! Introducing Emily Pareti, founder of Emily Pareti Yoga and a beautiful thriver who was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2010. A relapse seven years later led her to discovering yoga as a way to deal with the emotional and physical challenges that a cancer diagnosis can bring. Hear Emily’s amazing story, how she fell in love with yoga and how yoga ca...
A New Lash on Life - Looking and Feeling Your Best after Breast Cancer With Dionne Phillips, Celebrity Lash Expert, Breast Cancer Thriver and Founder of D’Lashes
June 14, 2023 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBI’m so glad I met Dionne! She’s an incredible celebrity lash expert, breast cancer thriver and founder of D’Lashes and has worked with major celebs including Victoria Beckham, Naomi Campbell, Renee Zellweger, Lindsay Lohan and Mary J. Blige. Otherwise known as “Hollywood’s Secret Beauty Weapon” and “The Pioneer of Lash Extensions,” Dionne shares her passion for helping breast cancer thrivers look and feel their best with her lash expertise along with some do’s and don'ts when it comes to ap...
The Healing Power of Mastectomy Tattoos With Karen Malkin-Lazarovitz, Founder of EMPOWERink
June 07, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBTune in for a very empowering conversation about mastectomy tattoos with Karen Malkin- Lazarovitz, Founder of EMPOWERink! This brand new non-profit organization connects breast cancer survivors, previvors and thrivers with tattoo artists who provide complimentary tattoos. Karen shares her incredible story, her “why” behind EMPOWERink, and how these gorgeous tattoos can help you feel empowered and define your beauty on your terms. If you’re even thinking about a mastectomy tattoo, you’re goin...
“Getting Your Sexy Back After Breast Cancer” with “Sexpert” Dr. Juliana Hauser
May 31, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBIf you’re struggling with getting your sexy back, tune into this very candid and empowering conversation with “Sexpert” Dr. Juliana Hauser. She’s got a PhD in Counseling Education, teaches other graduate therapists and has a background in teaching gender studies. She’s also a licensed marriage and family therapist, professional counselor and mama! We chat about where to even start when it comes to sex and intimacy, how to engage your medical team about your sexual challenges, and the benefit...
“Debunking Myths About Osteoporosis” with Kevin Ellis, BoneCoach™
May 17, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBMay is Osteoporosis Awareness Month, so let’s talk about bone health with Kevin Ellis! Better known as Bone Coach,™ he’s a Forbes-featured Integrative Health Coach, podcaster, YouTuber and founder of BoneCoach.com. We debunked some myths and misconceptions about osteoporosis and Kevin shared some of his favorite tips. Tune in to keep those bones strong, and visit this link for his amazing Stronger Bones MasterClass!™
“Pilates For Better Bone Health” with Aliyah Hatcher, Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher and Founder & Owner of Pilates Center of Rockville
May 03, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MBMay is Osteoporosis Awareness Month, so what better time to talk about the benefits of bone health and Pilates? Meet Aliyah Hatcher, Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher and Founder & Owner of Pilates Center of Rockville. Learn what Pilates is, why it's so beneficial for overall bone health, how it can improve your posture, strengthen your core and so much more!
Tips for Dating With Metastatic Breast Cancer, With Deltra, Metastatic Breast Cancer Advocate
April 26, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBIf you're apprehensive about diving into the crazy world of dating while navigating metastatic breast cancer, then this episode is for you! Deltra is one of the most inspiring, vibrant thrivers that you'll ever meet. We talked about dating apps, what her deal breakers are, when to let your partner know that you have metastatic breast cancer, as well as a ton of other tips that will help you take that leap into the dating world.
Fashion, Art & A Fab Collab With 3x Cancer Survivor Marianne DuQuette Cuozzo
April 19, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 56.9 MBMeet my dear friend, artist, and three-time cancer survivor Marianne DuQuette Cuozzo! We talk about her cancer experience, her life as an artist, and how the two worlds collided with her fab LymphaDIVAs collab. She also shares her tried and true fashion tips for those of us who are flat and don’t have breast reconstruction. Thank you to LympheDIVAs for sponsoring this special episode! For 10% off of your LympheDIVAs purchase, visit this link and enter promo code CF2023 at checkout.
"Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Wigs But Were Afraid To Ask" With Jess, Founder of Hair Loss Girl Boss
April 12, 2023 12:48 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBShopping for a wig for the very first time when you're about to lose your hair to chemo can be a very daunting task. Have no fear, Jess the @hairlossgirlboss is here! She's a true expert when it comes to finding the perfect wig and offers up some really great tips about where to find the best ones, how to care for and style them, insurance coverage options and so much more. I promise you'll be so excited to shop for yours after listening to this episode!
"Navigating Sex and Intimacy after Breast Cancer" With Gerie DiPiano, President and Chief Executive Officer of FemmePharma
April 05, 2023 09:00 - 44 minutes - 61.2 MBWe went there! I had a very candid and informative conversation with Gerie DiPiano, women's healthcare expert and President and CEO of FemmePharma. We discussed all of the sexual health and intimacy challenges that cancer patients face, some very proven and effective solutions, and the importance of feminine self-care whether you're sexually active or not.
Losing Your Hair To Chemo: Tips, Tricks and How To Embrace it!
March 29, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBTo know Lauren is to love Lauren! I had so much fun recording this episode with my new friend Lauren Candies Tarpley, author of the Type A Guide To Cancer series. Her latest guide is about to hit and focuses on hair loss. Tune in to hear her story, her "why" behind her popular guidebook series, and our deep-dive conversation about hair loss and how to embrace this difficult part of cancer treatment.
Meet A Fierce Triple Negative Breast Cancer Survivor & Fellow Fashionista!
March 22, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBWant to meet a fierce triple-negative breast cancer thriver turned fashion designer? Introducing Nahomi Enrico, Founder of Busca La Luz. Tune into this very special episode to hear Nahomi's story and how she launched her very own fashion brand which gives back $5 to the Triple Negative Breast Foundation for each and every item sold!
The 10 Lessons That I've Learned As A 10 Year Triple Negative Breast Cancer Thriver
March 13, 2023 07:00 - 21 minutes - 28.8 MBI can't believe it's been 10 years since my triple negative breast cancer diagnosis. Join me as I reflect on my breast cancer experience, the ups and downs along the way and most importantly the lessons that I learned. I hope you enjoy this special episode!
A Triple Negative Breast Cancer Thriver Turned Handbag Designer
March 08, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MBI love when beautiful things are born at the intersection of fashion and cancer, and this episode is such a great example of that! Meet Jenn Greenhut, stage IV triple-negative breast cancer thriver turned handbag designer. She founded Zero Negative, a beautiful accessories collection in 2017 which has since raised thousands of dollars for UCLA’s Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation. Learn more about her story by checking out this very special episode!
Triple Negative Breast Cancer Awareness Day - Celebrating 10 Years!
March 01, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 52.4 MBIt's March and it's Triple Negative Breast Cancer Awareness Month! If you don't know her already, meet my dear friend and colleague Hayley Dinerman, Executive Director of the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation. Learn how the Foundation got started, what TNBC Day is all about, and how you can help support this unique organization that has truly become a home for triple negative breast cancer patients, thrivers and their caretakers alike! To learn more or to make a donation to this worth...
Let's Talk Hair Loss & Cold Capping!
February 22, 2023 10:00 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBDo you love your long hair and can't imagine losing it to chemo? You won't want to miss this episode with my new friend Caileigh Scott. She went the cold capping route and shared all of the pros and cons. The emotional and physical aspects of hair loss. The best part? She's totally rocking and embracing her fabulous short hair, tune in to hear the whole convo and learn how you can do the same!
Dating, Divorce and Breast Cancer - Getting Through It All!
February 15, 2023 10:00 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MBIf you don't know her already, please meet my dear friend Jen Rozenbaum. A boudoir photographer, breast cancer survivor and author who has helped so many of us feel connected to ourselves after breast cancer treatment. We took a deep dive into dating and divorce after breast cancer and Jen offered some really great tips so do not miss this episode!