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GOSH Podcast

Gynecologic Cancer Initiative

Presented by the Gynecologic Cancer Initiative, the Gynecologic Oncology Sharing Hub (GOSH) is an open space for real and evidence-based discussions on gynecologic cancers. We share stories of lived experiences alongside research and clinical discoveries through conversations that turn insights into impact.

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25:01

From Prediction to Prevention: Rethinking Endometrial...

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2026/04/01

New episode alert! 🎙️ How can we move beyond BMI to better understand endometrial cancer risk? In this episode, Dr. Aline Talhouk and Dr. Andrea Neilson discuss the RESTORE study and the use of the Progesterone Challenge Test (PCT) as a functional way to assess hormonal activity in the endometrium — and identify who may truly be at higher biological risk. We talk through the study design, as well as early findings showing strong feasibility and participant engagement. The conversation also

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20:06

Next Gen in 10: The Endometriosis Pain Index and the...

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2026/03/16

Can we better predict who will benefit from endometriosis surgery? In this episode, Sabrina speaks with Dr. Dwayne Tucker about developing the Endometriosis Pain Index — a machine learning–based tool designed to help guide surgical decision-making and set realistic expectations for pain outcomes. From predictive modelling to patient-centred care, this conversation explores how data can transform how we approach endometriosis treatment. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

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15:34

Prevention in Focus: Modifiable Risk Factors for...

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2026/03/02

In this episode, Sabrina sits down with Dr. Jennifer Ritonja, a scientist in the Department of Population Health Sciences at the BC Cancer and epidemiologist specializing in modifiable risk factors for women’s cancers. Together, they explore what life-course research tells us about physical activity, body fatness, vitamin D, and the realistic potential of lifestyle-based prevention for ovarian cancer. Does timing matter? Is being active at one stage of adulthood enough? And how do we distingu...

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17:06

Launching BEACON: a new research program to...

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2026/02/26

How does contraceptive choice influence ovarian cancer risk? On this episode of the GOSH Podcast, we discuss BEACON, a five-year CIHR-funded research program examining the biologic and population-level links between contraception and ovarian cancer prevention. We are joined by Dr. David Huntsman, Dr. Gillian Hanley, and Dr. Laura Schummers, stepping in for Aim 3 Lead Dr. Wendy Norman, to explore how this interdisciplinary team is integrating molecular pathology, epidemiology, and health polic...

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12:59

Next Gen in 10: Hormone Therapy and Cancer Risk in...

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2026/02/16

In this episode, we’re joined by Tessa Woodside, MSc student at UBC, whose research examines hormone therapy use and breast and endometrial cancer risk using large, real-world health data from BC and Alberta. Tessa walks us through her research questions, methods, early findings, and why the details of hormone therapy matter when we talk about cancer risk. 🎧 Tune in to hear how population-level data can answer questions clinical trials often can’t. For more information on the Gynecologic

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19:27

Rare but Urgent: Emerging Targets and Biomarkers in...

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2026/02/02

New GOSH episode out now! 🎙️ On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Madeline Rhind, a medical oncology fellow at BC Cancer, to discuss her work on druggable targets and prognostic biomarkers in vulvar squamous cell carcinoma. The conversation highlights challenges in rare cancer research and the importance of translating molecular discoveries into clinical care. Tune in now at the link in our bio! #vulvarcancer #gynecancer #bccancer For more information on the Gynecologic Cancer Initiati...

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19:17

Unmuted: Equity in Focus - Rethinking Vulvar Cancer...

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2026/01/02

Unmuted: Equity in Focus is back with an episode spotlighting the future of personalized care in vulvar cancer. 🎙️💙 Sabrina is joined by Dr. Amy Jamieson, Gynecologic Oncologist at Vancouver General Hospital and BC Cancer, to talk about the STRIVE trial — a newly launched study exploring whether HPV and TP53 status can guide more tailored, less invasive surgical approaches for vulvar squamous cell carcinoma. Dr. Jamieson walks us through why vulvar cancer has been historically und...

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30:00

Next Gen in 10: The Promise of Risk-Reducing...

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2025/12/18

Next Gen in 10 is back! 🎙️ In this episode, Sabrina sits down with Dr. Alex Lukey, a registered nurse and recent PhD graduate whose work is shaping the future of ovarian cancer prevention. Alex walks us through her research on the acceptability and feasibility of risk-reducing salpingectomy (RRS), shares what she learned from interviewing OBGYNs, and reflects on the ethical, clinical, and equity considerations that come with offering RRS to people at moderate risk. She also discusses her

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47:54

Unmuted: Equity in Focus — Bridging Language and Health

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2025/12/01

🎙️ New on the GOSH Podcast's "Unmuted: Equity in Focus" series! How can language empower women to take charge of their health? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Lesa Dawson, Dr. Reetinder Kaur Brar, and Jessie Kaur Lehail about their groundbreaking project Bridging Language and Health: Creating Culturally Competent, Gender-Sensitive Health Education for Punjabi Women. Together, they’re redefining what equitable care means—by creating translation frameworks that honour culture, gender, and

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14:16

Next Gen in 10: How the Vaginal Microbiome Could...

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2025/11/20

In this episode of Next Gen in 10🎙️, Sabrina chats with Dollina Dodani, a PhD candidate in Bioinformatics at UBC. Under the supervision of Dr. Aline Talhouk, Dollina is exploring how the vaginal microbiome 🧫 could be used to improve early screening and detection of endometrial cancer. She shares how she’s using machine learning and transfer learning to build a “General Vaginal Microbiome Classifier” — a computational tool that could transform how we diagnose gynecological diseases. From

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36:07

Unmuted: Equity in Focus — Centering Trans and...

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2025/11/03

In this first episode of the Unmuted: Equity in Focus 🎙️ series, hosts Carly and Sabrina sit down with Dr. A.J. Lowik, a sociologist, educator, and advocate whose work centers on making health research and care more inclusive. Together, they explore why sex and gender both matter in gynecologic cancer research and treatment, and what it means to create care systems that recognize and meet the needs of trans and non-binary people. Dr. Lowik shares insights on the barriers trans patients ...

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38:06

Careers in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine: Master...

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2025/10/29

In this special bonus episode of the GOSH Podcast, we feature a Pathology Research Rounds session with Dr. Blake Gilks, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the University of British Columbia and Regional Medical Director of Laboratories at Vancouver General Hospital. Dr. Gilks reflects on a career defined by mentorship, curiosity, and collaboration — one that has shaped the practice and progress of gynecologic pathology in Canada and beyond. He shares ...

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10:30

Next Gen in 10: How Birth Control Choices Are...

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2025/10/23

Join us on this episode of Next Gen in 10 as Sabrina sits down with Alice Mei, an undergraduate neuroscience student at UBC 🧠. Alice shares her research on contraceptive use patterns in British Columbia and explores how these trends may relate to ovarian cancer risk 🎗️. From surprising shifts in birth control choices to the challenges of working with large population-based data 📊, this episode dives into the science, insights, and real-world implications of her findings. Whether you’re

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34:58

Season 6 Episode 2: The Power of Patient Partners in...

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2025/10/02

🎙️ In this episode of the GOSH podcast, co-hosts Carly and Sabrina sit down with Karen Bemister, a passionate advocate and patient partner in research from Ontario, Canada. Karen shares her journey as a patient partner—someone with lived experience who collaborates with researchers not as a participant, but as an equal team member. Together, we explore the value of patient-oriented research, where patients help shape studies, guide priorities, and ensure the work truly reflects the need...

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Next Gen in 10: Exploring Preventive Care for BRCA...

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2025/09/19

🎙️ New on the GOSH Podcast! ✨ In our very first Next Gen in 10 episode, we’re spotlighting Sabrina, an MSc candidate at in the WACH UBC program. Her research focuses on preventive care for BRCA mutation carriers—a group at higher risk for breast and ovarian cancer. Under the mentorship of Dr. Gillian Hanley, Sabrina is exploring preventative interventions that can help reduce cancer risk and improve outcomes for hereditary high-risk groups. Tune in to hear about the next generation of

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38:46

Season 6 Episode 1: Living as a Previvor: A BRCA2 Story

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2025/09/04

We’re back—and it’s Season 6 of the GOSH Podcast! 🌟🎙 In this episode, our new co-host Sabrina sits down with her mom, Sharon Grover, a BRCA2 carrier and gynecologic cancer previvor. Sharon opens up about what it means to live with an inherited cancer risk, the preventative steps she’s taken, and how she balances motherhood, teaching, and her love of sports and the outdoors. This heartfelt conversation highlights both the challenges and resilience of living as a previvor, while underscoring

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49:10

Season 5 Episode 9: Living Boldly: A Double...

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2025/06/02

In this powerful episode of the GOSH Podcast🌟🎙, host Carly sits down with Samantha—recurrent cervical cancer survivor, double ostomate, and fierce advocate for women’s health. From navigating life after multiple surgeries to building a platform that empowers others through storytelling, Samantha shares her unfiltered journey with honesty, humor, and heart. Tune in to hear how she’s turning survivorship into activism, breaking stigma around ostomies, and reminding us all that cancer doesn’t

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43:27

Season 5 Episode 8: Empowered Through Adversity – A...

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2025/05/01

In this episode of the GOSH Podcast, host Carly returns to speak with Ashley Greer, a resilient cervical cancer survivor and passionate advocate. Diagnosed in late 2023, Ashley shares her powerful story of navigating treatment—including chemotherapy, radiation, and multiple surgeries—and how she found strength and purpose through it all. Now cancer-free, Ashley is on a mission to raise awareness about early detection and inspire others with her experience of life after cancer. Tune in for an ...

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Season 5 Episode 7: Ostomy, Advocacy & Redefining...

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2025/04/01

In this episode of the GOSH Podcast, we continue our rare cancer series with Carly Allen, a passionate advocate and survivor. 🌟🎙 After a misdiagnosis, stage 3 vulvar cancer, and a recurrence, Carly underwent life-changing surgery—including an ostomy—that ultimately removed the cancer for good. Now, eight years cancer-free, she shares her journey of resilience, self-love, and advocacy for gynecologic cancer and ostomy awareness. Tune in to hear her powerful story and how she’s redefining...

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Season 5 Episode 6: Understanding Clear Cell Ovarian...

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2025/03/03

In this episode of the GOSH Podcast, host Sabine continues our rare cancer series with an esteemed guest, Dr. David Huntsman. 🌟🎙 Dr. Huntsman is a renowned pathologist and clinical molecular geneticist at UBC, as well as the Canada Research Chair in Molecular and Genomic Pathology. As the director of OVCARE, BC’s leading ovarian cancer research team, his groundbreaking work has helped shape the future of ovarian cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Join us as Dr. Huntsman shares...

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