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Steve and Lisa on What Cancer Has Taught Us

In this episode, Steve and Lisa wrap up season 2 of the podcast by sharing what cancer has taught each of them. We reflect on another incredible season, how much the "Dea

Summer Konechny on the Constant Reminders of Cancer and Mental Health

If you haven't already, listen to part 1 of this episode as Summer Konechny reads her piece entitled: "A Love Letter to My Cancer", from our ⁠June issue⁠ of Elephants and

"A Love Letter to My Cancer" by Summer Konechny

Listen in as Summer Konechny reads her piece entitled: "A Love Letter to My Cancer", from our June issue of Elephants and Tea Magazine. Be sure to tune into part 2 of th

Jenny Jones on Anger, Acceptance, and Strong Family Bonds

In this episode, you will hear an interview with Lisa Orr and Jenny Jones. Jenny will share more about her experience with cancer, her strong bonds with her family, on th

"Dear Cancer: My Visitor" by Jenny Jones

In this episode, you will hear Jenny Jones read her incredible article: "Dear Cancer: My Visitor" from our June issue. Be sure to tune into part 2 of this episode to hear

Becky Holden on Listening to Your Body and the Many Emotions Felt During a Cancer Experience

Listen in as Lisa Orr interviews Becky about her experiences with ovarian cancer and her inspiration for writing this amazing piece for our ⁠Dear Cancer magazine⁠. ⁠Clic

"Dear Cancer: Hiding" by Becky Holden

Listen in as Becky shares her powerful poem entitled: "Dear Cancer: Hiding". Be sure to listen to part 2 of this episode where Lisa Orr interviews Becky about her experie

Cody Morrison on the Comfort of Routine, Clinical Trials, and Finding Support in the AYA Community

Tune in as Cody and Lisa discuss how comforting routine can be when dealing with a cancer diagnosis! Cody shares more about his experience with clinical trials, and he ta

"Dear Cancer: You're Finally Behaving" by Cody Morrison

Hear Cody read his letter to cancer: "Dear Cancer: You're Finally Behaving". Be sure to tune into the next episode to listen to a more in depth interview with Cody! To r

Lauren Patterson on Accepting the Unknown and the Difficulty of Looking Ahead

In this episode, you will hear a deep conversation between Lauren and Lisa about accepting the unknown when it comes to facing cancer as a young adult. They will discuss

"Dear Cancer: On Valentine's Day" by Lauren Patterson

Listen as author Lauren Patterson reads her letter to cancer entitled, "Dear Cancer: On Valentine's Day". Be sure to listen to the next episode as well to hear an in-dept

Liz Hiles on Creating Connections, Finding Support, and Knowing Your Own Body

Listen to bladder cancer survivor, Liz Hiles, share more about her personal cancer experience, hear us discuss the importance of finding your community, advocating for yo

"Dear Cancer: How Dare You!?" by Liz Hiles

In this episode, you will hear author Liz Hiles read her letter to cancer entitled: "Dear Cancer: How Dare You!?". Please listen in for part 2 where you will hear an in-d

Amy Reding on the Balancing Act of Processing Our Emotions

In this episode, you will hear Amy, a Stage IV Hodgkins Lymphoma survivor, share about her experiences with cancer. You will also hear her share more about some of the po

"Dear Cancer: A Breakup Letter" by Amy Reding

In this episode, you will hear Amy Reding read her letter to cancer titled: "Dear Cancer, A Breakup Letter". Be sure to tune into the next episode to hear an interview

Tameka Johnson on the Fragility of Life and the Beauty of Purpose

In today's episode, you will hear an interview between Lisa Orr and Tameka Johnson. Tameka is a Stage 4 breast cancer thriver who shares her story in such a vulnerable

Steven and Lisa on the Power of Writing a Letter to Cancer

In this introduction episode to season 2, you will hear Steven and Lisa chat about WHY we dedicate an entire magazine issue to the idea of writing a letter to cancer! Thi

Reflecting on Season One: The Unseen Challenges of Survivorship

Listen in as Steven and Lisa reflect on the incredible articles and author interviews from season one! You will hear them share about what particularly resonated with the

Laura Dekraker Lang-Ree on the Caregiver Perspective and Optimistic Hope

*This is part 2 of a 2-part episode, please be sure to listen to part 1 before listening to this interview* Laura Dekraker Lang-Ree is a cancer mom, educator, and advoca

"Facing the Unseen Challenges of Survivorship with Positivity" by Laura Dekraker Lang-Ree

*This is part 1 of a 2-part episode* Laura Dekraker Lang-Ree is a cancer mom, educator, and advocate for parents of kids in crisis, helping them navigate big and small m