Tina is the science-y one. Leah is the #cancerinsider. We are two naturopathic doctors who know a lot about integrative medicine and cancer care. The Cancer Pod is not just for cancer patients or cancer survivors. It’s for caregivers, family, friends, and anyone looking to reduce their cancer risk.
What does it actually mean to advocate for yourself in the medical system? Dr. Holly Lucille, ND, RN, ONC sat down with Dr. Tina Kaczor for a candid conversation about helping patients access the best possible care through self-advocacy and shared decision-making. Navigating a cancer diagnosis is incredibly overwhelming. Between well-intentioned opinions from loved ones and rushed informed consent, it’s easy to feel lost. Dr. Lucille brings compassion and pragmatism to the table, explaining w...
Survivor’s guilt is a common and not often talked about emotional experience after cancer. Dr. Leah Sherman sits down with returning guest Natasha Ewa, licensed clinical social worker and founder of I Thrive Therapy and Wellness, for an honest conversation about what survivor’s guilt actually looks like, why body image after cancer is so personal, and what healing can feel like on the other side.
Cancer Hope Network CEO Beth Blakey on Peer Mentorship, Caregiver Support, and Connection in Cancer Care Beth Blakey, CEO of Cancer Hope Network, discusses the organization’s 46-year mission to ensure no one faces cancer alone. The unique model of free, confidential, one-on-one peer mentorship connecting patients and caregivers with trained cancer survivors or caregivers continues to touch lives. Blakey shares her personal stor...
The Five "Must Dos" to Heal from Surgery (A blog post based on the episode: Optimize Surgery Recovery: An Integrative Approach) Facing surgery can feel like you're on the receiving end of an event, like it's beyond your control. Between the steril…
Dry January Mocktail: The Cherry Bomb, A Mocktail with Benefits If you’re participating in Dry January this year, you’ve probably noticed something: most mocktails are basically sparkling juice with a fancy ice cube. They’re sweet…
"Having been a physician for twenty plus years I find this podcast very informative and helpful. Drs Tina and Leah give me wonderful nuggets of new info with each podcast. I have seen many patients w…"
"Stage 4 stomach cancer here, undergoing treatment for the last year. I have learned so much from listening. Thank you to both of you for helping me and so many others get thru this with a better qual…"
"I can’t believe I get to listen to this without paying a copay! Tina and Leah are so smart, funny, and have a perspective that’s sorely missing in most healthcare providers. As a cancer person, it’s …"
"Very informative, and filled with so much personality that it’s actually fun to listen to. Highly recommend to anyone interested in learning about all aspects of life with cancer, whatever your relat…"
"I love this podcast! Drs. Kaczor & Sherman do such an excellent job explaining “need to know” information, in a way that everyone can understand… and it is FUN! Thanks for continuing to share such …"
"When I was diagnosed with breast cancer, this podcast became a great source of information while I was navigating how best to support my body through treatment. Lots of info nuggets here that would r…"
"I just listened to the your June 12th Pod Cast on Chemicals and Cancer. Wow what a great interview. I am spreading the word about your Pod cast and the Book !I just bought you both a coffee.Love …"
"I learned about this podcast through a chance encounter with one of the hosts. Two weeks later I was diagnosed with breast cancer. These podcasts have been super—they cover a wide variety of topics a…"
