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The Many Faces of Cancer

Melissa Grosboll

As a cancer survivor and thriver, I know how important community and support are when you are facing a cancer diagnosis. That’s why I created The Many Faces of Cancer Podcast.Each week I will be interviewing amazing people with heartfelt and inspirational stories from all sides of the cancer journey: patients, survivors and thrivers, caregivers, family and friends, and professionals. I may even throw in a bonus episode once in a while talking about things that are important to us all.We never think

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40:45

Saying Yes to Connection for Healing with Kristel...

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2024/09/10

This week's guest is Kristel Strother. Kristel is a psychotherapist at 413 Counseling and an amazing human!Kristel has been a caregiver is one way or another to three different people during their cancer journey, beginning with her mother. The lessons and gifts she received from each experience are so moving and inspirational! You just have to listen.We talk about healing relationships, finding faith, angels in human form, saying yes, taking the time to see people, and so much more!You can fi...

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46:41

The Blessing of Nurse Navigators with Renee' Herman

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2024/09/03

Today's guest is Renee' Herman. She has been a nurse for over 40 years and has spent the last 6 as a Nurse Navigator for breast cancer patients. She was also diagnosed with breast cancer this past December.We talk all about what nurse navigators do, how important they are during cancer care, and the blessing of their support and care at diagnosis, throughout the treatment journey, and also into survivorship. Renee' gave lots of resources throughout our conversation. Here are a few:Nation...

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Ease, Grace and Gratitude with Donna Mazzitelli

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2024/08/27

Today's guest is Donna Mazzitelli. She is an award-winning author, writing coach, editor and publisher. She is also a two time cancer survivor. Surviving breast cancer is 2007, she went on a journey and created a brand new career. Seven years later she was diagnosed with anal cancer, taking her on a much more emotional journey and discovering ease, grace and gratitude.We talk all about emotions, surrender, acting in fear vs. acting in ease, grace and gratitude, and so much more! Donna's ...

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39:53

Finding Support and Becoming an Advocate after...

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2024/08/20

Today's guest is Tara Lehnertz, a colorectal cancer survivor. Diagnosed 3 days after her honeymoon, her journey eventually led her to the support of the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, where she is now an advocate and a "buddy" for others going through colorectal cancer. You can find the buddy service here:https://colorectalcancer.org/resources-support/community-support/buddy-program/buddy-program-request-formWe talk about community, self care, both mental and physical, the importance of adv...

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Solo Episode - It's OK to Not Be OK

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2024/08/13

Today's episode is a solo episode. Technical difficulties in the recording of my last two interviews made them unusable. So while I work to get them rerecorded, it's a great time to talk about this topic.I have seen multiple instances over the past couple weeks of friends (and myself) not being OK and feeling guilty because they weren't OK.I want to break this down and talk about emotions and grief and how we can be OK not being OK.Let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode and how y...

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42:06

The Importance of Mental Health Care and Cancer with...

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2024/08/06

My guest this week is Diane Simard, a powerhouse survivor and advocate!!When she was diagnosed with breast cancer, she was looking for a therapist to help her cope with such a traumatizing diagnosis. She made the disturbing discovery that mental health and cancer did not intersect cohesively in the cancer treatment process.So she went on to found the Center for Oncology Psychology Excellence (COPE) at the University of Denver and began writing the multi award-winning book The Unlikely Gi...

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Asking for What You Need and the Power of Gifts with...

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2024/07/30

Today's guest is Elizabeth Graves, a two-time survivor of endocervical adenocarcinoma, a less common and more aggressive form of cervical cancer. Elizabeth is the founder of www.graanted.com, giving patients and their loved ones a place to tell their stories, give and receive joy, and inspire hope. We all love giving and receiving gifts, and that's one of the main purposes of graanted, and we talk all about it during our conversation.We also talk about fertility and grief, moving fo...

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Solo Episode - The Best Advice to Give and Receive

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2024/07/26

Today's solo episode is something that has been on my heart almost since I was diagnosed. I love people who are supportive and there for their loved ones. When I was first diagnosed, I didn't tell anyone outside my immediate family and a few close friends. I didn't want a lot of unsolicited advice. I was overwhelmed by the solicited advice I was getting from my medical team. I know people mean well and naturally want to "fix" things and make them better. That's usually not possible when ...

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48:20

Aesthetic Flat Closure and Using AI to Help Others...

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2024/07/23

I'm so excited for you to hear from today's guest!! Ellyn Winters-Robinson is a breast cancer survivor. Diagnosed in 2022, she made the choice for a double mastectomy and aesthetic flat closure. She really looks forward to the day when this is provided as an option by surgeons along with reconstruction. She has a great story to tell and is the author of the book "Flat Please Hold the Shame: One Woman's Breast Cancer Journey from Self-Exam to Double Mastectomy to Flat". You can purchase h...

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Being Your Wife's Caregiver with Eric Blaylock

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2024/07/16

This week's guest is Eric Blaylock. He is the husband of Marla Blaylock, whom we met in Episode 3. Eric has a very powerful message for everyone about what it's like to be your wife's caregiver. Listen to Marla's episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-many-faces-of-cancer/id1733362299?i=1000649677527The depth of Eric's love and commitment to his wife are on full display during this interview and he tells it like it is, no holds barred. He has some great advice for husban...

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The Power of Meditation for Cancer with Jill Disser

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2024/07/09

Today's guest is Jill Disser. Jill is a breast cancer survivor who is on a mission to help others cope with cancer.We talk all about the power of meditation, not just for cancer recovery, but for all of life. Jill breaks down the benefits and gives helpful hints on how to incorporate meditation into your daily routine. She even has her own podcast called Micro Meditations for Anxiety, 3 minute guided meditations. Find it here... https://embed.acast.com/664fa12dd73ed10012b1c66d?feed=trueHer we...

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34:46

From Stage IV Ovarian Cancer to "Nancy's List" with...

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2024/07/02

Today's guest is Nancy Novack. Diagnosed in 2004 with Stage IV ovarian cancer, her story of trust and gratitude is inspirational. Talking with other patients during her treatments, she discovered a real need to resources and community and created Nancy's List, a free directory for all kinds of resources for cancer patients and their families. With over 25,000 subscribers all over the world, she is truly making a difference in the lives of so many!https://nancyslist.org/You can reach her ...

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Solo Episode - Gratitude

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2024/06/28

Today's solo episode is all about gratitude. The whole idea of this podcast is stories of hope and inspiration. While cancer is not inherently something to be grateful for, the practice of gratitude has been clinically shown to improve mood, health, and well-being. So many amazing ideas, new products, and non-profit organizations have come about because someone had cancer and created something for others out of that. Advocacy, kindness, empathy and compassion all can be blessings fr...

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37:24

Living with Stage IV Breast Cancer with Beth Burniche

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2024/06/25

We often think of Stage IV cancer as an automatic death sentence. More often than not, it's now treated more as a chronic disease. Today's guest, Beth Burniche, has been living with Stage IV breast cancer for six years. Her story is powerful. We talk about the way her life has changed and how she's living each day with this disease. It really makes you look at the world different and decide what's important in your life.Please let me know any takeaways you've gotten from this episode or ...

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39:43

Addressing the Stigma of Cervical Cancer with Dr....

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2024/06/18

Today's guest is Dr. Cindy Trice. Cindy is a veterinarian, speaker, serial entrepreneur, cervical cancer survivor, and patient advocate for Cervivor, a non-profit organization creating awareness to end stigma, influence decision and change, and end cervical cancer. https://cervivor.org/She is also the co-founder and chief innovation officer for KickIt Pajamas, providing stylish, functional, and comfortable clothing for women during all stages of their cancer journey.https://kickitpajamas...

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How our Child's Cancer Helped Strengthen Our Marriage...

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2024/06/11

Today's guests are Andrew and Whitney Martin. Their daughter, Rowen, was diagnosed with leukemia at age 3. Their lives became all about her. Divvying up caregiving and still trying to live a normal life and raising a toddler as well. They quickly learned their strengths and became a team. Andrew was in charge of the at home chemo and treatments and Whitney was the "boots on the ground" at the hospital and with the medical team. When Rowen's cancer journey was over, Whitney and Andre...

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Caregivers Need Self Care Too with Mary Grace

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2024/06/04

Today's guest is Mary Grace. Mary was the primary caregiver for her brother, who battled and passed from pancreatic cancer. Mary's story is important because being a caregiver is a difficult job. Caregivers tend to lose themselves caring for another and we talk about what that's like, as well as why it's so crucial that they take care of themselves during this time.It's a great chat and we touched on a lot of aspects of caregiving. If you have a caregiver right now, this is a great liste...

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Solo Episode - Walking for Recovery and Health

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2024/05/30

Today's solo episode is all about the benefits of walking, both for recovery and health in general. Walking is the single best exercise you can do when going through cancer, in recovery, and for the rest of your life.We'll break down the benefits of walking, as well as easy ways you can incorporate it into your daily life.Link to join Walking in Gratitude Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1834430210354920I'd love to hear from you any topics you'd like me to discuss on these solo ...

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39:33

Supporting Your Body during Treatment with Justie Ellis

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2024/05/28

Today's guest is Justie Ellis. Diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer in 2023, she turned to her holistic background for support during her treatments. She discovered that by taking care of and supporting your body with the right supplementation, she tolerated and recovered from her treatments much better and quicker.We talk about all things health and ways you can support your body during and after treatment. This is not medical advice and these methods should never replace traditional...

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"Breasties" & BoobyTrap Foundation with Deb Jayne

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2024/05/21

Today's guest is Deb Jayne, a successful event manager whose beloved cat ZuZu helped alert her to breast cancer. That story is so sweet, as Deb's journey as a whole. During surgeries and treatment, she received so much support, including numerous care packages.Inspired to help others, she started The BoobyTrap Foundation, a non-profit offering essential care items, like mesh shower scarves and comfort pillows, to those undergoing cancer treatment. You can reach Deb at 352-818-4800 or inf...

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