Best Macmillan Cancer Support Podcasts (2025)

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Bonus episode: Macmillan Cancer Support presents Cancer Unfiltered hosted by Lauren Mahon 57:13

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Macmillan Cancer Support presents a bumper podcast episode following a first-of-its-kind panel discussion hosted by presenter, broadcast and campaigner Lauren Mahon. A candid conversation led by real people with fascinating, unique experiences of cancer, who are ready to share their stories. Cancer, dating, relationships, fertility – no topic is of…

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Series 3, Episode 6: Cancer as a young person 35:16

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In the final episode of the series, Angie chats with Nick who was diagnosed with bowel cancer during the pandemic. Nick describes his experience of being diagnosed as a young person living in London, and getting to grips with his stoma bag which he now calls ‘Zippy’. Angie also chats with Macmillan’s Strategic Advisor for Treatment, Dany Bell, who …

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Series 3, Episode 5: Cancer as a single parent 29:52

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Angie has a cuppa with Dee, who talks about her breast cancer diagnosis while she was juggling life as a single mum. Dee explains the emotional impact that her diagnosis had on her young son. Later in the episode, Angie speaks to Macmillan professional Azmina Rose, who offers some guidance and support for single parents living with cancer. For more…

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Series 3, Episode 4: Grief and picking up the pieces 32:42

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*This episode contains content which may be upsetting for some listeners* Angie meets with Chris, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer twice between 2007 and 2017. In this episode, Chris tells Angie about his initial diagnosis, during which time his dad, John, was a huge source of support to him. However, six years later, John received his own …

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Series 3, Episode 3: Cancer as a taboo 31:22

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Angie catches up with Iyna, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. Iyna explains that, in her community, cancer is often not spoken about and she found herself on the receiving end of hurtful comments from some individuals. Angie also speaks to Boots Macmillan Information Pharmacist, Bina Mehta, about the support that’s out there for people …

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Series 3, Episode 2: Cancer and fertility 36:41

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*This episode contains content which may be upsetting for some listeners* In this episode, Angie meets Krista, who was diagnosed with myeloma in May 2020. Still coming to terms with her diagnosis and facing treatment at home, Krista explains how she had to make a life-changing decision between fertility treatment and cancer treatment. Later on, Mac…

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Series 3, Episode 1: Talking to children about cancer 24:50

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Angie Greaves meets with Toria, who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer before the UK’s first coronavirus lockdown. She shares her experience of telling her five-year-old twin boys about her cancer and, later, Macmillan professional Azmina Rose joins Angie to provide guidance and support for people who need to talk to children about a cancer diagnosi…

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Series 2, Episode 6: End of life care and coronavirus 22:27

5y ago22:27

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*This episode contains content which may be upsetting for some listeners*. Join Emma B and Macmillan’s Strategic Advisor for End of Life Care, Adrienne Betteley, as they discuss some of the most common questions asked around the options for end of life care during the pandemic. From what the guidance means for seeing loved ones outside your househo…

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Series 2, Episode 5: Money worries and financial support 21:07

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This episode Emma B is joined by a new guest, Macmillan’s Head of Campaigns and Public Affairs, Eve Byrne, to discuss the money worries people with cancer may have during the pandemic and what financial support is available. Ruth, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019, also shares her words of advice when it comes to finances and cancer, dur…

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Series 2, Episode 4: Practical support and how to access it 27:07

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In this episode, Emma B is joined again by Macmillan’s chief medical officer Dr Rosie Loftus and Boots’ Chief Pharmacist, Marc Donovan, to discuss all the practical support available to people with cancer during the pandemic and how to access it. The professionals also talk about the latest government guidance and what this means in practice for th…

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Series 2, Episode 3: Coronavirus, work and cancer 20:54

5y ago20:54

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In this episode, Emma B is joined by Macmillan’s Work & Cancer expert, Liz Egan. Tune in to hear more about your rights at work during the pandemic, which ‘reasonable adjustments’ you can ask your employer to make to allow you to continue working, the options available as the furlough scheme comes to an end, and guidance for anybody out there who m…

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Series 2, Episode 2: How is coronavirus affecting your mental health? 16:29

5y ago16:29

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In the strange times we find ourselves living in, Emma B catches up with a familiar face from Series 1 – Macmillan’s Strategic Advisor for Treatment, Dany Bell. Emma and Dany discuss the impact of the pandemic on our mental health, including how to spot the signs if you or a loved one are struggling and what support is out there. We also hear from …

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Series 2, Episode 1: Cancer and the new normal 26:15

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Emma B catches up with Macmillan’s Chief Medical Officer, Rosie Loftus, and Boots’ Chief Pharmacist, Marc Donovan, to talk about the services available and practical advice you’ll need to navigate this ‘new normal’ of Covid 19 with cancer. Plus, we hear from Ruth, who was diagnosed with breast cancer during the Coronavirus lockdown, as she shares h…

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Series 1, Episode 6: Treatment 45:01

5+ y ago45:01

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Just after turning 40, nurse Ben was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. He talks openly to Emma about losing his beloved quiff and the other side effects that come with cancer treatment, as well as how he keeps a positive outlook and continues to enjoy food. Emma also welcomes back Macmillan professional Dan…

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Series 1, Episode 5: Work & Cancer 43:18

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Having had six cancer diagnoses across 30 years due to a hereditary gene, Helen has a lot of stories of her personal experience to share, especially on the topics of work, career and finances. For expert advice on these issues, Emma and Dany are joined by special guest and Macmillan Work & Cancer expert, Liz. Liz shares guidance on approaching tric…

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Episode 4: Meet the SWL macmillan primary care nursing project team 32:44

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In episode 4, we meet the macmillan primary care nursing project team. Sandra, Macmillan Primary Care Lead Nurse, Sarah, Macmillan Clinical Specialist and Jonathan & Yvonne, Project Managers. The project team give an overview of the project, share the successes that they are most proud of and the knowledge and skills they have each gained. They als…

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Series 1, Episode 4: End of Life 40:46

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Just over a year ago Max’s mum, Nand, died from breast and sarcoma cancer. Emma and Max talk through his family’s experience of the end of his mum’s life, his ‘pre-grieving’ and how they planned her funeral together. Later in the episode, Emma reflects on Max’s story with Macmillan professional Dany, who shares practical and emotional advice for en…

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Series 1, Episode 3: Life After Cancer 31:56

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Series 1, Episode 1: Diagnosis 46:32

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By Macmillan Cancer Support

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Series 1, Episode 2: Treatable but not curable cancer 37:51

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By Macmillan Cancer Support

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We're Talking Cancer 0:59

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By Macmillan Cancer Support

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Episode 3 Part 2: Supporting Patients Living with Cancer in Primary Care - A Patient Perspective 15:27

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During part 2, we will be talking with our patient partners Bonnie, Christine and Sharon, about the support they received from primary care during their cancer treatment and beyond. We also discussed what primary care support they feel would benefit patients, and who, within primary care, would be best suited provide it.…

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Episode 3 Part 1: Working with Patient Partners - A Case Study of Good Practice 22:16

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In part one of episode three we are speaking with three of our patient partners, Bonnie, Christine and Sharon. We explore how they have contributed to improve the outcomes of the Macmillan Primary Care Nursing Project in South West London. We also share tips on how to gain insights from patient partners, and how to incorporate them into project pla…

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Episode 2: Improving cancer care, the value of collaboration. 25:23

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With the number of people surviving cancer increasing, it is vital that primary care adapts to better support their patients living with and beyond cancer. In this episode, we speak with a Macmillan GP, a General Practice Nurse and the Lead Nurse for the Training Hub in Sutton CCG. We find out how they have, through collaborative working, successfu…

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Episode 1: Managing Cancer as a Long-Term Condition: What does Good Practice Look Like? 23:54

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We met with Zaitun, a Macmillan GP and Clare, a Practice Nurse, who work together in a GP practice in Sutton CCG. Clare is leading on Cancer as a long-term condition for their practice and is managing cancer care reviews and prostate stratified follow-up for their patients. This episode explains how Clare took on this role with Zaitun’s support, an…

Macmillan Cancer Support Podcasts

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Talking Cancer

Macmillan Cancer Support

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Primary Care Nursing and Cancer Podcast

Macmillan Primary Care Nursing

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Bonus episode: Macmillan Cancer Support presents Cancer Unfiltered hosted by Lauren Mahon 57:13

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Series 3, Episode 6: Cancer as a young person 35:16

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Series 3, Episode 5: Cancer as a single parent 29:52

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Series 3, Episode 4: Grief and picking up the pieces 32:42

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Series 3, Episode 3: Cancer as a taboo 31:22

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Series 3, Episode 2: Cancer and fertility 36:41

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Series 3, Episode 1: Talking to children about cancer 24:50

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Series 2, Episode 6: End of life care and coronavirus 22:27

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Series 2, Episode 5: Money worries and financial support 21:07

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Series 2, Episode 4: Practical support and how to access it 27:07

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Series 2, Episode 3: Coronavirus, work and cancer 20:54

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Series 2, Episode 2: How is coronavirus affecting your mental health? 16:29

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Series 2, Episode 1: Cancer and the new normal 26:15

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Series 1, Episode 6: Treatment 45:01

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Series 1, Episode 5: Work & Cancer 43:18

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Episode 4: Meet the SWL macmillan primary care nursing project team 32:44

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Series 1, Episode 4: End of Life 40:46

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Series 1, Episode 3: Life After Cancer 31:56

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Series 1, Episode 1: Diagnosis 46:32

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Series 1, Episode 2: Treatable but not curable cancer 37:51

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We're Talking Cancer 0:59

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Episode 3 Part 2: Supporting Patients Living with Cancer in Primary Care - A Patient Perspective 15:27

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Episode 3 Part 1: Working with Patient Partners - A Case Study of Good Practice 22:16

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Episode 2: Improving cancer care, the value of collaboration. 25:23

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Episode 1: Managing Cancer as a Long-Term Condition: What does Good Practice Look Like? 23:54