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March 28, 2023

Pamela McColloch: Navigating Colon Cancer as a Single Mom

When Pamela McColloch wakes up unable to breathe and in agony, she discovers a tumor and is forced to fight cancer with a 50/50 chance of survival, summoning her warrior-like strength to defy the odds and celebrate life. You ...

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March 21, 2023

Miracles Happen: Marcia Reese's Colorectal Cancer Journey

Miracles can happen: discover the power of faith, gratitude, and a good colonoscopy in Marcia's inspiring story of beating colorectal cancer. Marcia Reese is a successful entrepreneur and cancer survivor who has experienced n...

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March 14, 2023

Steve Patterson's Unbelievable Journey: From Liver Failure to Transpl…

After 11 years of battling stage four liver failure, Steve Patterson's unwavering faith in himself pays off when he is miraculously granted a liver transplant, but his journey is far from over as he must now overcome the chal...

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March 7, 2023

100 Acts of Love: Kim Hamer's Journey of Supporting Her Husband Throu…

After fourteen years of marriage, Kim Hamer is thrown into a tumultuous journey of navigating the best and worst of her marriage as her husband's stage four cancer diagnosis shifts their lives into chaos and irony. Kim Hamer is the …

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Feb. 28, 2023

Dr. Amy Rothenberg's Life-Changing Journey from Naturopathic Doctor t…

After experiencing the devastating loss of her parents to diseases that modern medicine could not cure, Dr. Amy Rothenberg discovers her true calling to use natural medicine to fight cancer and empower others to take control of their health, despite …

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Feb. 21, 2023

Lori Marini's Breast Cancer Journey: From Diagnosis to Metastasis

When Lori Marini, a healthcare professional of 20 years, is diagnosed with breast cancer, she must choose between aggressive treatments, risking her mental and physical health, or risking her life by not doing anything at all. You will learn: 1. …

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Feb. 14, 2023

Ray Suarez's Battle with Cancer: Facing Fear and Facing Treatment —A …

Experience the journey of recovery and courage with a man who pushes through to face his cancer head-on. Here's what I cover with Ray Suarez in this episode: 1. A 275-mile bike ride that was much harder than it should …

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Feb. 7, 2023

Penny Casselman's Early Detection of Breast Cancer: A Journey of Advo…

"Take control of your health and be an advocate: you can beat the odds and outlive cancer." Here's what I cover with Penny Casselman in this episode: 1. What does the experience of being diagnosed with cancer look like for …

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Jan. 31, 2023

Surviving Cancer and Ditching the Corporate Ladder: Talaya Dendy's In…

Talaya Dendy is an 11-year cancer survivor who, after her diagnosis, reevaluated her life and career, learning to put herself first and make healthier choices.

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Jan. 24, 2023

From Police Undercover to Retiring due to Cancer Treatment with Glen …

Glen Kirkpatrick is a retired police officer with 35 years of experience living with Hodgkin's lymphoma, chronic lymphocyte leukemia, and depression. He is a father of three adult sons and is now in remission after a long journey of treatment …

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Jan. 17, 2023

Bill Potts: Surviving Cancer Five Times and Beyond

After surviving five different cancers and radiation treatments, Bill Potts took control of his cancer journey, only to have his sense of smell enhanced by his latest brutal chemotherapy combination.

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Jan. 10, 2023

Cynthia Hayes: Overcoming the Psychological Turmoil of Cancer

In her pursuit of writing the great American novel, Harvard-trained management consultant and hospital executive Cynthia Hayes is thrown into a tumultuous cancer journey; her goal is to survive the physical and psychological turmoil, but the irony of the situation …

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Jan. 6, 2023

A Story of Hope and Healing by Mark Kelly

Mark Kelly, a 30-year cancer survivor, shares his story of courage and resilience as he details his journey of fighting a rare and terminal cancer. Note: This is an Encore Episode.

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Jan. 3, 2023

Magic Barclay's Divorce-Mandated Journey Through Cancer Treatment: Su…

Magic Barclay faced cancer head-on and used holistic natural health to heal herself, inspiring a journey of life-changing learning.

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Dec. 30, 2022

Share Your Story: Tess Scott

Tess Scott, is a Mom, a Grami, and a cancer survivor. Tess is a speaker, an author, and an encourager of women. Her book, “Listen, Sister! Finding Hope in the Freakshow of Life” features real-life shenanigans and points out g...

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Dec. 27, 2022

Share Your Story: Lori Baker Schena

Dr. Lori Baker-Schena, MBA, has a doctorate in education and is the CEO and founder of Baker Schena Communications. Dr. Lori is a leadership coach and professional speaker who works with individuals, academic institutions, en...

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Dec. 20, 2022

Share Your Story: Melissa Mullamphy

Melissa Mullamphy does not want others to learn the hard way as she and her family did during her mom’s 8-month battle with ovarian cancer. Melissa is passionate about patient advocacy and helping others find their voice in a...

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Dec. 13, 2022

Share Your Story: Tim McDonald

Tim McDonald is a force of nature who always helps anyone he can. He is a generous, kind, compassionate and brave soul who cares deeply about humanity and builds community wherever he goes. He is the former Director of Commun...

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Dec. 6, 2022

Share Your Story: Marcia Reece

Marcia Reece is a #1 bestselling author, successful entrepreneur, and innovator. In 2018, she founded StayWell Copper, focusing on an efficient, affordable way to help people like you stay germ-free without using chemicals. 0...

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Nov. 29, 2022

Share Your Story: Alexandra McCarthy

As far as cancer goes, Alexandra McCarthy has always considered herself to be a student. She has leaned in the direction of a natural approach in her life. When she was told in 2018, she had cancer, she immediately started …

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Nov. 25, 2022

Share Your Story: Dorothy O'Dell

On September 14, 2021, Dorothy O'Dell's father died from metastatic lung cancer. He was given two years to live, beat it the first time, and lived another year. Dorothy shares his story because it is one of love, hope, and …

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Nov. 22, 2022

100th Episode Celebration

Join us as we celebrate the 100th episode of the Cancer U Thrivers Podcast. 01:10: Here are some clips from some of our guests. 19:10: Thriver Rapid Fire—Beach, Desert, or Mountains 19:51: Beach Boys, Beatles, or Rolling Ston...

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Nov. 15, 2022

Share Your Story: Kim Becker

Kim Becker spent her career helping women with cancer smile when they look in the mirror. She never expected that she would be the one to hear the words, "You have cancer." Kim was diagnosed with a neuroendocrine tumor on …

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Nov. 8, 2022

Share Your Story: Cory & Chelsie Micek

In 2018, Cory found a football-sized tumor in his chest. When the Doctor diagnosed him with cancer, he said, "You watch my God do a miracle!". In the middle of cancer treatment, Jesus healed Cory. Now he and his wife …

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