Best Rib Step Podcasts (2025)

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We Rise Together: An Evening of Education, Empowerment and Elegance. Expert Panel 2: Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer: Whole Person Wellness 46:57

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We Rise Together: An Evening of Education, Empowerment and Elegance Sponsored by “The Breast Cancer Podcast” and “Ish and Savi Foundation” In person event in Columbus, OH, USA on Nov 15 th , 2025 Expert Panel 2: Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer: Whole Person Wellness 1. Mental Health: “Mind Over Cancer” Amy Durtschi 2. Sexual Health: “Survivorship is …

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We Rise Together: An Evening of Education, Empowerment and Elegance. Expert Panel 1: Advances in After Breast Cancer Care 55:36

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We Rise Together: An Evening of Education, Empowerment and Elegance Sponsored by “The Breast Cancer Podcast” and “Ish and Savi Foundation” In person event in Columbus, OH, USA on Nov 15 th , 2025 Expert Panel 1: Advances in After Breast Cancer Care 1. Breast Surgery: - Follow-Up After Breast Cancer: To Scan or Not to Scan?” Dr. Mark Cripe 2. Plasti…

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2025 Holiday Bonus Episode 40:11

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This creepy holiday bonus is wrapped in shadows and delivered straight to your ears as a gift of terror filled with fun frights! In The Horror Blueprint, we chart a twisted subgenre where eerie spirits gather at your door, caroling with shrieking voices screaming through the winter night. With a variant on Fear Architects, we twist the spotlight to…

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Your Won Life: From Broken to Brave — My Story of Rising When It Mattered Most 46:42

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It was truly an honor to join Kimyung Kim on Your Won Life. Our conversation went far beyond the surface — we explored purpose, resilience, healing, and what it truly means to rise after life’s hardest moments. His thoughtful questions and genuine curiosity created space for a meaningful dialogue that reflects both my journey as a surgeon and my ex…

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Anthony Dalbis 44:00

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In our Season 1 finale of Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by legendary scare actor and horror makeup artist Anthony Dalbis, our featured Fear Architect whose transformative characters and grotesque creations have stalked the fog for decades. With a scream in his step and a brush in his hand, Anthony blurs the line between performer and creat…

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Behind the Myths: What Science Really Says About Breast Cancer 34:52

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🎀 New Episode Alert! October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — and it’s time to separate myth from medicine. From mammograms to lifestyle choices, let’s break down what’s true, what’s not, and what every woman (and man) needs to know to protect their health. 🎧 Listen to The Breast Cancer Podcast: “Behind the Myths: What Science Really Says About B…

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Dani October 43:56

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This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by Salem and Sleepy Hollow historian Dani October, our featured Fear Architect whose deep dives into witch trials, folklore, and haunted heritage have cast a spell over scholars and scare fans alike. With a passion for truth wrapped in mystery, Dani unearths the real stories behind the legends—rev…

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Parks & Cons 46:51

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This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by Shawn and Carmelle Marshall, the dynamic duo behind Parks and Cons, our featured Fear Architects whose tireless coverage of themed entertainment has become a lifeline for fans craving haunt news, park updates, and convention thrills. With cameras rolling and mics hot, they’ve documented countle…

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Jacob Larson 43:39

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This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by special effects technician Jacob Larson, our featured Fear Architect whose mechanical mayhem and gruesome ingenuity have powered some of the most unforgettable scares in the industry. From home haunting to pneumatic terror, animatronic monstrosities, or blood rigs that erupt on cue, Jacob engin…

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Hauntina 38:16

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This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by media and haunt culture icon Hauntina, our featured Fear Architect whose digital presence has electrified the horror community with glam-gore tutorials, behind-the-scenes haunt tours, and unapologetic scary style. With a flair for the theatrical and a pulse on what fans crave, Hauntina bridges …

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Dan Bieranowski 45:18

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This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by sound designer Dan Bieranowski, our featured Fear Architect whose sonic sorcery has rattled walls and spines across haunted attractions and immersive experiences. From guttural growls to spectral whispers, Dan crafts the invisible architecture of dread—using frequency, distortion, and silence t…

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When Cancers Collide: Navigating Breast and Gynecologic Cancer Risk 21:31

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🎗 September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 🎗 Did you know breast and ovarian cancers can be connected? In this powerful episode of The Breast Cancer Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Kelli Rath, a leading Gynecologic Oncologist, to talk about: 💡 How breast and ovarian cancer risks overlap 🧬 The importance of BRCA and Lynch genetic testing 🩺 Screening…

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Michael "Rib" Ribagin 43:12

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This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by special effects horror artist Michael "Rib" Ribagin, our featured Fear Architect whose twisted creations have haunted stages, scream parks, and nightmares alike. As a master of blood, latex, and illusion, Rib brings monsters to life with a sculptor’s eye and a mad scientist’s flair—blurring the…

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Scott "Tater" Lynd 42:57

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This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by scare actor specialist and haunt industry legend Scott "Tater" Lynd, our featured Fear Architect with a scream resume that spans coast to coast. Known for his electrifying performances and uncanny ability to read a crowd, Tater has spent decades perfecting the art of the scare—whether he's lurk…

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Carly Caramanna 40:57

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This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by travel and theme park connoisseur Carly Caramanna, our featured Fear Architect with a passport full of haunted thrills. As a respected journalist and expert in immersive entertainment, Carly has explored the globe’s most iconic scream destinations, offering insider insight into what makes a hau…

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Lisa Morton 44:32

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This week on Working the Fright Shift, we’re joined by Halloween scholar and scream-season sage Lisa Morton, our featured Fear Architect. As an acclaimed author and historian, Lisa has penned definitive works on the origins, evolution, and cultural impact of Halloween, making her one of the genre’s most trusted voices. In our Horror Blueprint segme…

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Jon Cooke 36:45

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In this week’s Working the Fright Shift, we welcome legendary haunt visionary Jon Cooke as our featured Fear Architect—a creative force behind Plague Productions and a driving influence in the evolution of immersive horror. Known for crafting bone-chilling experiences that blend theatrical storytelling with visceral scares, Jon shares his journey f…

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Working the Fright Shift Introduction 3:42

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Step into the shadowy world of Halloween-themed entertainment with Working the Fright Shiftwith Ted Dougherty, a captivating podcast that uncovers the artistry, history, and ingenuity behind the spine-tingling experiences that millions crave. Hosted by Ted Dougherty—renowned author, writer, and director in the themed entertainment industry—this sho…

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The Cancer Atlas: A Global view; Cancer doesn’t care where you live but outcomes do. 16:56

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Joining me is Dr. Kelli Rath, a gynecologic oncologist, and together we’ll explore the global landscape of women’s cancers—from cervical and ovarian to breast. We’ll talk disparities, prevention, HPV, and how geography still too often predicts survival. 1. What is the Cancer Atlas and why is it important for women’s health? 2. The Cancer Atlas show…

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What Is Rib-Sparing DIEP? Here’s What You Should Know. 19:22

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Rib-sparing DIEP flap refers to a technique used during Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator (DIEP) flap breast reconstruction surgery where the surgeon preserves the rib and surrounding muscle when accessing the blood vessels that supply the flap. Quick Breakdown: • DIEP Flap Reconstruction: • Uses skin and fat from the lower abdomen to create a ne…

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Reducing Risk, Restoring Power: Steps You Can Take Today To Lower Your Breast Cancer Risk 19:42

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🎧 this episode of The Breast Cancer Podcast, Dr. Mark Cripe and I explore what science tells us about reducing the risk of breast cancer—and what that means for you. From nutrition, social connections and physical activity to alcohol use, sleep, early morning sunlight and early detection, we break down practical, evidence-based steps that can help …

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A Mother’s Heart: Nurturing Others, Nourishing Herself 32:12

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On this Mother's dray, we honor the heart of every mother — the love she gives, the sacrifices she makes, and the quiet strength she carries every single day. But today, we also pause to ask: how can mothers take care of themselves? How can faith and medicine guide them to nurture not just others, but their own beautiful, essential selves? Whether …

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Getting the BEST results from Breast Surgery: Expert tips for your BEST outcome. 43:13

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Please join myself and Dr. Tiwari as we discuss "How to get optimized for breast surgery" with Dr. Knackstedt, who is a plastic surgeon as well as a functional medicine specialist. 1. What does it mean to be truly “optimized” for breast surgery—both physically and emotionally? 2. What are some of the most important things patients can do in the wee…

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Learn about "Nerve Sparing DIEP Flap" with Dr. Santosh Kale 13:27

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Welcome to cutting-edge approach to Breast Reconstruction: "The Nerve Sparing DIEP flap" A "Nerve sparing DIEP flap" refers to a surgical technique used in breast reconstruction where the surgeon carefully dissects and preserves the nerves that supply the rectus abdominis muscle when harvesting tissue from the lower abdomen using the deep inferior …

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Artificial Intelligence and at High Risk for breast cancer: A conversation with Dr. Kevin Hughes 41:01

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In this episode, Dr. Mark Cripe and I are joined by Dr. Kevin Hughes, the Director of Cancer Genetics at the Hollings Cancer Center and the McKoy Rose, Jr., M.D. Endowed Chair in Surgical Oncology in the College of Medicine at MUSC. Dr Hughes is recognized nationally and internationally for his expertise in breast cancer, breast disease management,…

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How can you detect early lymphedema? 38:08

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Please join Dr. Walton Taylor, Elaine Fielding from Impedimed and Mary Rose Gill, RN as we discuss: What is lymphedema? How does SOZO help with early detection of lymphedema? What do the L-Dex scores mean? What are the risk factors for developing lymphedema? What are some ways to minimize lymphedema? Dr. Walton Taylor is a general surgeon specializ…

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Mental Health and Cancer during Holidays. 38:37

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Please join Amy Durtschi, psychotherapist in Columbus, Ohio who discusses mental health during holidays, particularly with new cancer diagnosis, going through cancer treatment and someone suffering loss of a family or a friend. This podcast is filled with lot of good tips and Amy gives you a toolbox on how to navigate this difficult season. You can…

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Do you understand your Breast Pathology? 1:14:48

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Pathologists are our daily unsung heroes who work secretly behind the scenes – they are also called- “Doctors doctor”. Your treatment regimen is based on your pathology results. I am so honored to interview, an incredible pathologist in Columbus, OH, Dr. Syed Mohsin. He answers the following questions. What does a breast pathologist do? Why does it…

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Pregnancy and Breast Cancer 19:15

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Dr. Shabana Dewani is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine—and a joy to listen to! She breaks down the oncology process and important factors when deciding treatment. You'll be able to hear her passion for helping others ensuring they get the best treatment possible. Please listen to this episode as we discuss “Pre…

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Male Breast Cancer 20:51

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Dr. Shabana Dewani is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine—and a joy to listen to! She breaks down the oncology process and important factors when deciding treatment. You'll be able to hear her passion for helping others ensuring they get the best treatment possible. -2800 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer a…

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Fertility and Breast Cancer 16:38

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Dr. Shabana Dewani is board certified in Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Internal Medicine—and a joy to listen to! She breaks down the oncology process and important factors when deciding treatment. You'll be able to hear her passion for helping others ensuring they get the best treatment possible. As more women delay childbearing to their late 3…

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Nipple Sparing Mastectomy and Nipple Delay procedure 17:00

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Breast- Plastic Surgery Educational Series- 3 Dr. Tiwari of Midwest Breast and Aesthetic Surgery has teamed up with Breast Cancer Surgeon and Breast Cancer Survivor, Dr. Deepa Halaharvi to bring you this new educational series. In this episode, we discuss nipple sparing mastectomy and reconstruction. -Find out who are the ideal candidates -Learn ab…

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Breast Cancer in India 50:50

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Please join me and Dr. Tiwari as we talk with Dr. Karishma Kirti, who is an Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon in Mumbai, India. She discusses breast cancer incidence, diagnosis treatment in rural and urban India. She is a phenomenal breast surgeon who is spreading awareness on screening, diagnosis, and treatment of breast cancer. She uses social media to …

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Physical Therapy after Breast Cancer 39:30

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In this episode Dr. Tiwari and I talk with Physical Therapist, Jodi Diestler from ReVital Cancer Rehab to learn how prehab and rehab can help a patient through oncology treatment. We discuss: They discuss: •Prehab before breast cancer surgery •Cancer rehab after breast cancer diagnosis •Limitations after breast reconstruction •Lymphedema, fatigue, …

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Two are Better than One, Breast Surgeons return to answer questions. 34:00

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Two are better than one Breast surgeons: This is a model where two breast surgeons (myself and Dr. Mark Cripe) collaborate and operate together to perform double mastectomies. Over the last several years, Dr. Mark Cripe and I performed several double mastectomies together. We are both fellowship trained breast surgeons and we train residents and br…

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"Don't Wait": A story of a breast cancer survivor's courage to follow her heart and intuition. 52:41

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Join me in a conversation with Breast cancer survivor and an author, Jennifer Skinnell and her Breast Surgeon, Dr. Mark Cripe about how she navigated her diagnosis and how she used her intuition to help guide her journey. Her life is also unique in a sense she lives in an RV. She is very inspirational for anyone who is recently diagnosed with cance…

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Breast Cancer in LGBTQIA+ community- Risk factors and Screening guidelines. 34:42

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In honor of "PRIDE" month, please join me for a conversation with Dr. Lucy Bucher- she is a passionate OB/GYN and has been a fierce advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. We talk about breast cancer and its impact in the LGBTQIA+ community. Risk factors Causes of disparities in care and how we can mitigate them Breast Cancer symptoms Breast cancer sc…

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Women's Health and Screening Recommendations. 43:32

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National Women’s Health week is celebrated each year, beginning on Mother’s Day, to encourage women and girls to make their health a priority. The theme for this year is, “Women’s Health, Whole Health: Prevention, Care and Wellbeing.” Please welcome, Dr. Anita Somani, she is a highly respected healthcare professional, currently works as an OBGYN as…

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Updates from American Society of Breast Surgeons conference, 2024 31:04

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It is my honor to welcome, Dr. Jovita Oruwari, MD FACS. She is a superstar Breast Surgeon, Wife, Mom and an Author. She is also a fellowship, trained breast surgeon from Women and Infants hospital of Rhode Island – Brown University, currently practicing in St. Louis. She has been voted as one of St. Louis top docs by her peers every year from 2007 …

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Finding your New Normal Series 1- Episode 3: "Body Image" 36:17

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Your survivorship starts the day of your diagnosis. Being told you have cancer is life altering experience. In 2024, over 300,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Methods of breast cancer treatments could include chemotherapy, surgical removal of the ovaries, anti-estrogen therapy, and radiotherapy. Body Image is: •How you see or picture…

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Breast- Plastic Surgery Educational Series 2 -Episode 2 57:56

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Breast- Plastic Surgery Educational Series- 2 Dr. Tiwari of Midwest Breast and Aesthetic Surgery has teamed up with Breast Cancer Surgeon and Breast Cancer Survivor, Dr. Deepa Halaharvi to bring you this new educational series. In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of dealing with breast cancer topics like: •Early detection through mammogra…

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Finding your New Normal Series 1- Episode 2: How to tackle, "Hot Flashes" 26:27

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Your survivorship starts the day of your diagnosis. Being told you have cancer is life altering experience. In 2024, over 300,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Methods of breast cancer treatments could include chemotherapy, surgical removal of the ovaries, anti-estrogen therapy, and radiotherapy. This can induce menopause in women who…

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Breast -Plastic Educational Series 2 - Episode 1 14:55

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Introducing Breast-Plastic Surgery Education- series 1 Dr. Tiwari of Midwest Breast has teamed up with breast cancer surgeon Dr. Deepa Halaharvi to bring you a NEW educational series: The Breast & Plastic Education Series! Join us as we discuss all topics pertaining to breast and plastic surgery. We will discuss different type of breast and reconst…

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Finding your New Normal series 1- episode1: How to tackle, "Fear of recurrence" 29:31

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Happy New Year, 2024. I have re-introduced myself and the reasons for why I want to keep working on this podcast. Your survivorship starts the day of your diagnosis. Being told you have cancer is life altering experience. Though, you may have completed surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, you may have lingering side-effects that continue for someti…

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Is Moving On From Breast Cancer Possible? - with Dr. Deepa Halaharvi and Monica Brooks 17:55

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"Is it possible to 'move on' after a cancer diagnosis?" This is a question that has been asked often. Join us as we discuss the answer together. Cancer can change your life in many ways, and it's okay to react differently. Some become advocates while others may not even want to talk about cancer. Ultimately, you must prioritize what is right for yo…

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Alcohol and Cancer with Breast Cancer Survivor, Shannon 37:53

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Meet Shannon, a remarkable breast cancer survivor who recently began her journey of sobriety. She openly shares her story of alcohol dependency and how it affected her life. Shannon will highlight the challenges she faced while striving for a sober lifestyle and how she has managed to maintain it for the past five months. Additionally, Dr. Halaharv…

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Ask The Experts - Live from YouTube 55:48

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Today is a special episode where we have 4 experts with us today to answer some of your burning questions. In this episode we welcome: Dr. Mark Cripe, Breast and Melanoma Surgeron Dr. Shabana Dewani, Medical Oncologist Emily Finn, DPT Dr. Deepa Halaharvi, Breast Surgeon You asked, we answered. Here's a snippet of a few questions that will be answer…

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Exercise and Cancer with Movement Expert Emily Finn, DPT 37:51

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We all know how beneficial exercising is to our overall health. Physical Therapist, Emily Finn, breaks down the benefits specific to cancer prevention and a cancer diagnosis. Emily has her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She's also a Level I CrossFit Coach, pelvic health educator, and works with cancer rehabilitation. In this episode we'll discuss: …

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Oncology Dietitian, Alison Tierney is Back to Share Her Personal Story 46:03

2+ y ago46:03

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We welcome back our good friend and oncology dietitian, Alison Tierney! Shortly after airing her episode in March 2022, Alison received devastating news that changed her life. In this episode, Alison shares personal details of her own cancer diagnosis and how it has impacted her life and business. She opens up about having "imposter syndrome", rece…

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Fertility Preservation and Breast Cancer with Fertility Expert, Dr. Yemi Famuyiwa 26:15

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A breast cancer diagnosis can impact fertility and family planning. Today we're speaking with Dr. Famuyiwa (aka Dr. Yemi) as she breaks down options available for young women faced with a breast cancer diagnosis. As each patient is different, please discuss all treatment options with your doctor. Worth The Wait Charity: Instagram @worththewaitchari…