Hello Cancer Friends
90 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsMy name is Cathy Hannes and I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2019. I've been so lucky to have an amazing support network of family and friends. I think anyone touched by cancer should have this opportunity. Not just those of us currently fighting but those that have fought! People that are caregivers to a family member or friend. Everyone! This podcast is for all of us to laugh, cry, share and thrive! Share your story if you like. Just listen if you like. I may read your story on the podcast or perhaps you would like to tell it yourself by a zoom chat with me. You are not alone! I'll share my story too. It's a doozy filled with fears, tears, love, laughter, hope and quite honestly, real life miracles. Cancer is an evil beast but it has also changed my life for the better. It sounds crazy but it is true. So grab some lemonade and let's talk about how we can try to feel our best while possibly feeling our worst. Share your story at www.hellocancerfriends.com
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Episodes
#37 Hospice Nurse Julie
December 07, 2021 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBSome things are really difficult to talk about. Talking about death and dying while dealing with cancer is one of the hardest! It doesn't always have to be. What if you were able to listen to someone who has been there, time and time again? Someone who understands the process and is gentle with explaining facts and experiences. Meet Julie. Julie is a hospice nurse and has given her self to so many with her experience of death and dying through using her voice on social media. I'm so grateful...
#36 Chelsey
November 30, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBMeet Chelsey. She stole my heart! Chelsey is a two time cancer survivor and she is thriving in life and in her quest to help people. Her expression of cancer through her artwork is so beautiful, honest, fun, and just amazing! Her heart is bigger than the sun and I'm so very proud to have her as a guest on this episode.
#35 Thankful
November 23, 2021 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.66 MBEven under the toughest circumstances there is always something to be thankful for. I can't help but feel extra thankful this week of Thanksgiving!
#34 The Ripple Effect
November 16, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBMeet Steven. He has survived surmountable odds by beating pancreatic cancer for the past 14 years and counting! In his book, The Ripple Effect: How a Positive Attitude and a Caring Community Helped Save My Life, he shares the story of diagnosis, recurrence and survival. He is an inspiration as he shares his story of hope with the world. Thank you Steven Lewis!
#33 Ebony Eyes
November 09, 2021 19:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBHave you ever met someone with so much passion and love in their heart that it makes you want to burst? Meet Niketa! After losing her Grandmother to cancer she wanted to do something about it...and WOW is she doing something about it! Your heart will cry, sing and dance as you listen to her story of what started out as a promise and has grown to be a dream of awareness and hope to be shared with many.
#32 Time Flies
November 03, 2021 00:00 - 6 minutes - 4.85 MBTime flies when you are having fun! You've heard the saying! I'm living it! This short and sweet episode is a shout out to all my friends. I got caught Halloweening instead of podcasting this week. I hope you enjoy this quick hello! Hugs!
#31 My Bag
October 26, 2021 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBIn this episode, I've got a bag that needs to be unpacked. As always, I have lots of things to share and I've got all the feels looking back to the beginning of this podcast and all of the wonderful guests that have made Hello Cancer Friends my WHY and my PASSION. Thank you for listening!
#30 SCARY!
October 19, 2021 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBCancer isn't the only scary thing going on! Let's distract ourselves this Halloween season and have some fun doing it! BOO!!!
#29 Self Love
October 12, 2021 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBHow much do you love yourself? If you are like me, not nearly enough. Meet Miriam. She has built herself up and now she is helping others do the same. She's a self love coach and amazing photographer, bringing out the beauty of people one day at a time. I'm thrilled to have her on this show and I'm realizing how important self love is. I hope you feel the same!
#28 Bummer Episode
October 05, 2021 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBLet's face it. Cancer is a bummer! I'm going to keep it real and share some bummers I've had on my mind. I'm going to let it all out and share with my friends. That's what Hello Cancer Friends is all about! I invite you to share your bummers too. I hope you will feel better, like I did, after I just let it out.
#27 Vegas Baby!
September 28, 2021 16:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBHonestly, I'm all over the place on this episode. A few deep thoughts and a lot of "on top of the world!" thoughts. It's scan day, what do you expect? LOL! Do you know of a place more fun than Las Vegas? Meet my friend Coyal. He's the genius behind the podcast "Visit Vegas Places". On this episode I will be the one that is interviewed in this special edition episode where he branches out across this great country of ours to share with people a taste of our 50 states! I hope I did Wisconsin p...
#26 Kittens
September 21, 2021 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MBLife is hard sometimes. Stress is not my friend. In this episode, I'll keep it real and face stress head on. This does not mean we can't have some fun too! Kitten snuggles are just one way to make the blues go away!
#25 Ivy
September 14, 2021 20:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBMeet Ivy! Ivy has incredible stories to tell. She's played many roles when it comes to cancer. She's been a caregiver, a patient and shares her knowledge of a healthy mind, body and spirit through her work as a health coach and the founder of the Pink Warrior Program. This wonderful interview opened my eyes to how much more there is to beating cancer than toxic medications.
#24 Josh
September 07, 2021 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBPrepare to be inspired. Josh tells his story from the eyes of a caretaker, a giver of hope and someone deeply touched by the life of a girl taken too soon. Thank you Josh, for sharing your cancer stories. Xoxo!
#23 Back to School!
August 31, 2021 15:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBLiving stress free is my main goal since my cancer diagnosis. This means that when I want to do a crazy episode that has absolutely nothing to do with cancer, I can do it! I hope you enjoy this rogue episode featuring a new top ten list of most memorable school hot lunch dishes with contributions from the kids I grew up with, my siblings. I forgot to mention Christine. Her favorite was # 9 on the list. Shout out girlfriend!
#22 I DID IT!
August 24, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBCancer is a bitch and so am I!! I will not let cancer stop me! It has motivated me to live my best life and throw caution to the wind. In this episode, I'll share my latest adventure. My rappel over the 14 story Hilton Hotel in Madison, WI. What started out as a good way for me to give back for all the support I've received since my diagnoses by raising money for Gilda's Club Madison, ended up to be much more than I could have dreamed of. I could not have done it without the support of my lo...
#21 Live Your Best Life!
August 10, 2021 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBThe title says it all. Live your BEST LIFE! The time is now. Don't wait forever for happiness and joy. Find it and enjoy every moment. You are worth it!
#20 Celebrating Walter
August 03, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBLife is hard sometimes. That time for me is right now. Processing your own mortality is one thing but experiencing the loss of a dear friend without warning is another. There is immense heartbreak and oceans of tears. There is also celebration. Celebration of an extraordinary man that touched the lives of so many. Meet Walter. I'm going to tell you just an eyelash worth of stories of the man that helped turn my doomed future into the time of my life.
#19 PLAY BALL!
July 27, 2021 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBJeff knows all about playing ball. He has hit a home run battling pancreatic cancer and has gone viral watching his son Logan play in the College World Series as a Virginia Cavalier. His captivating story will amaze you and his message is clear. Live. Live each day to the fullest! He certainly has shown the world how to do it. I LOVE THIS STORY!
#18 Taylor's Story of Hope Part 2
July 20, 2021 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBThis episode features part 2 of Taylor's extraordinary story of pain, devastation, love, and best of all, hope. Not all cancer stories are the same and Taylor's is no exception. Her courage is immense and she is selfless in her fight for awareness. Taylor is my new friend and I'm so proud to have met her. Thank you so much Taylor for inspiring me and so many others! xoxo!
#17 Taylor's Story of Hope Part 1
July 13, 2021 17:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBThere is nothing easy about facing cancer. Finding hope can calm fears and help you through the process. In this first of a two episode story, Taylor shares her story of diagnosis and entering into her new life of living with cancer. Her courage is undeniable. Her strength inspires. Thank you for sharing your incredible story Taylor!
#16 Life's Simple Pleasures
July 06, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MBI'm back after my brain break and refreshed like never before! I'll be sharing my thoughts about my favorite simple pleasures with an all new top 10 list and how important they can be when you are in the middle of a battle of a lifetime. I'll also be stalking my patient portal online to find out my covid test results. And the results are....
#15 Roller Coaster Life
June 22, 2021 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MBLiving with cancer is like riding a roller coaster over and over! The ups and downs can be incredible and overwhelming. At the end of the day it can leave you exhausted. Not to worry! In this episode, my friend Mark provides a beautiful narrative that I will share. It is a recipe with only the finest ingredients resulting in the best dish of comfort. Enjoy!
I WANT MORE
June 15, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBI want more in more ways than one! I'll unpack more than one would think possible in this short and sweet episode. How much would you want to know about your health situation if you were stable? Ride the wave or dig deep? I'll also share a story of appreciation for a wonderful organization that I'm going over the edge for!
#14 I WANT MORE
June 15, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBI want more in more ways than one! I'll unpack more than one would think possible in this short and sweet episode. How much would you want to know about your health situation if you were stable? Ride the wave or dig deep? I'll also share a story of appreciation for a wonderful organization that I'm going over the edge for!
Chris!
June 08, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBIt's amazing to see what happens when a casual birthday celebration turns into a funny and sometimes serious discussion between sisters. Meet my sister Chris. What started out as steaks on the deck turns into laughter, tears and stories of strength and love. We won't ever hold back and this free spirited relationship shines through as we look back to where we've been and enjoy the beauty of today.
#13 Chris!
June 08, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MBIt's amazing to see what happens when a casual birthday celebration turns into a funny and sometimes serious discussion between sisters. Meet my sister Chris. What started out as steaks on the deck turns into laughter, tears and stories of strength and love. We won't ever hold back and this free spirited relationship shines through as we look back to where we've been and enjoy the beauty of today.
#12 The Gift
June 01, 2021 17:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBPlease meet my new friend Susan. Her status of stage 4 metastatic disease does not deter her. She shares her realization of what is important to her after learning her life may not be as long as expected. Her insights are raw and honest yet calming as she explains the gift of a terminal diagnosis. Wow, just wow.
#11 Ramblings
May 25, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBWhen I was diagnosed with stage 3 Pancreatic Cancer in 2019, I immediately found comfort in releasing the overwhelming different thoughts and emotions through blogging. I had a name for this part of my blog. Ramblings. This episode will feature the first time ever, official audio ramble. Turns out that podcasting a ramble is just as comforting as a blogging ramble. It feels good to let things out! Share your story at www.hellocancerfriends.com
#10 Lemon Tree
May 18, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBOn this episode, Louise writes in to share her story with cancer. I will also be introducing another warrior who has defied the odds and is NED (no evidence of disease) after she kicked esophageal cancer's butt. Chardele doesn't like cancer but she does like lemons. She even has a lemon tree. You won't want to miss this one!
#9 The Wonders of Carrie
May 11, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBCarrie will be sharing her inspiring story of hope, fight and never giving up. All of her hard work has paid off as she has survived! F Cancer!
#8 Jenny
May 04, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBI'll be sharing Jenny's story about how her family has come together for her Mom and other family members as they face cancer together. It's a valiant fight and they are determined to keep going without ever giving up on hope! I'll also be sharing a new special segment that I hope you will find to be inspiring yet silly with a catchy beat.
#7 Story Time
April 27, 2021 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MBEveryone has a story. I'll be sharing a few. Stories of bravery, uncertainty and good old fashioned cancer butt kicking!
#6 Laughs With Betsy
April 20, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBLaughter is the BEST! Meet Betsy. She has the very best laugh and keeps people laughing while instructing Laughing Yoga! You will not want to miss this funny and enlightening episode about...yes, laughter! Also, you will hear the story about how Betsy conquered cancer and had fun doing it! Yayyyyyyyy!
#5 Mark's Story
April 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBIn a rare twist, I was temporarily silent while captivated by Mark's story. After given a bleak prognosis, the twists and turns of life with cancer has Mark still here to enjoy his three grandkids! His caring nature and will to fight is nothing short of amazing!
#4 You're My Whiskey
April 06, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBI have cancer and I need life saving treatment every three weeks. The stress can be very high waiting for lab results. Nurse Rachel is a kind soul that goes above and beyond. She is always there for me. She takes the edge off. She's my whiskey. She will join me on this episode. You will love the solid discussions as well as all of the laughs!
#1 I'll Go First
April 03, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBHello Cancer Friends is about sharing stories about being touched by cancer. I'll go first. It's not all gloom and doom like one would expect.
#3 Over The Edge with Gilda's Club in Madison
April 03, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBThere are so many wonderful organizations that help to get us through the tough times while being touched by cancer. Gilda's Club in Madison is no exception! Lannia will be joining me to share with us all of the wonderful things that Gilda's Club can do for you! I'll also be extremely tempted to go over the edge by the end of the show.
#2 Meet My End Of Life Coach
April 03, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBSome people have life coaches. After my stage 3 pancreatic cancer diagnosis, I called my super sister my "end of life" coach. She helped me with everything when I was too messed up to think straight. She is amazing and got me through appointments, prescriptions, second opinions and coached me on how to never give up. Truly a story of love and determination. Not to mention, I haven't died...so now she's just my life coach. :)
Trailer
March 26, 2021 13:00 - 5 minutes - 3.86 MBHello Cancer Friends is born! I invite everyone touched by cancer to join me to listen and share. Patients, family, friends...everyone! Together, we can be there for each other. Visit www.hellocancerfriends.com to share your story!