Beating Cancer Daily with Saranne Rothberg ~ Stage IV Cancer Survivor

In this uplifting and celebratory episode, Saranne reflects on an incredible milestone for Beating Cancer Daily—being named among the top cancer support resources in the world, just seven months after launching. Drawing from her journey as a Stage IV cancer survivor and founder of the Comedy Cures Foundation, Saranne describes how the vision for this daily cancer support initiative was brought to life, inspired by both scientific principles and community needs. She shares the emotional journey of seeing Beating Cancer Daily recognized alongside global cancer institutions, highlighting the power of positivity, humor, and community in navigating the cancer experience.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne sits down with Missy Hall, a seasoned comedian who has appeared in 46 episodes. They share a uniquely humorous and enlightening conversation about the surprisingly popular topic of mouth-taping. Missy, known for her performances with the ComedyCures foundation, brings her comedic flair to the discussion while sharing her cancer treatment experiences. Their lively banter takes a lighthearted approach to mouth-taping, exploring its rising fame on TikTok and its purported benefits and risks.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne delves into body weight fluctuation during cancer treatment. As a survivor of Stage IV cancer, Saranne openly discusses her own experiences, from weight loss due to treatment side effects to unexpected weight gain from medications. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these changes and seeking professional guidance to maintain a healthy balance. Listen in as she shares insightful tips and personal anecdotes, and discover how humor has played a crucial role in her cancer journey. Get ready to gain valuable insights and grab a dose of laughter as we navigate the impact of weight during cancer treatment with Saranne.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne shares how humor has been her lifeline through life's toughest challenges, including Stage IV cancer and divorce. Drawing laughter from her own experiences and the wit of celebrated comedians, Saranne reveals how comedy became a tool for stress relief and resilience during some of the most difficult periods of her life. She explores the therapeutic power of joke books, the connection between major life stress and cancer, and the unique comfort found in seeing the funny side, even when tackling subjects as heavy as cancer and separation. Along the way, Saranne encourages listeners to use humor to process pain, manage anxiety, and connect with others facing similar journeys.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne explores a perspective rarely discussed in the cancer community: the desire some individuals have to keep their cancer journey completely private. After three decades of openly living with Stage IV cancer, Saranne shares a powerful encounter with a woman at a recent support event who prefers not to talk about her cancer at all—not with friends, family, or even herself. Saranne reflects on this “drive by” approach to cancer, comparing it to simply getting through treatment quickly and moving on without discussion. In this episode, Saranne challenges the prevailing focus on open dialogue and support groups, and asks listeners to consider the validity and importance of every person’s unique way of processing cancer.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today, on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne is joined by Jacqui Bryan to explore the remarkable benefits of various leafy greens for cancer survivors. Jacqui focuses on incorporating these nutrient-rich vegetables into daily meals, highlighting the superiority of organic spinach, collard greens' anti-inflammatory properties, and cabbage's versatile nutritional profile. Their conversation sheds light on how these greens can significantly contribute to overall health and recovery for cancer patients.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne, founder of the ComedyCures Foundation and a Stage IV cancer survivor for over 30 years, shares fresh and creative ways to infuse fun and positivity into the chemotherapy experience. Drawing from her signature chemo comedy parties and inspired by the joyful outlook of fellow survivors like Leah,

Saranne encourages listeners to create tangible lists of things that could brighten up their chemo sessions. She explores the transformative effects of giving, building camaraderie with chemo buddies, engaging with playful gifts or small acts of kindness, and emphasizes the importance of setting mental boundaries to keep chemo from overshadowing daily life. Saranne also weaves in insights from behavioral science, sharing simple psychological tools and practical strategies to make the chemotherapy process less daunting and more enjoyable, revealing how laughter, connection, and intentional joy can become powerful medicine.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne sits down with Missy Hall, a seasoned comedian who has appeared in 46 episodes. They share a uniquely humorous and enlightening conversation about the surprisingly popular topic of mouth-taping. Missy, known for her performances with the ComedyCures foundation, brings her comedic flair to the discussion while sharing her cancer treatment experiences. Their lively banter takes a lighthearted approach to mouth-taping, exploring its rising fame on TikTok and its purported benefits and risks.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

In today's episode, Saranne delves into a lighthearted and inspirational story submitted by Yael, a Stage IV melanoma survivor. The story involves a comedic encounter with an unexpected earthquake while traveling for work in Mexico. Saranne shares this charming and humorous tale to spark a conversation about finding humor and strength in the face of adversity. Join us as we explore Yael's resilience and discover the power of laughter in overcoming life's challenges. Prepare for a heartwarming and laughter-filled episode as we celebrate resilience and triumph over adversity.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne

In today's episode, Saranne delves into the inspiring story of Roberta Gold, a remarkable woman who has conquered her cancer journey and emerged as an attitude adjustment coach. Saranne shares a heartwarming account of Roberta's resilience and determination, from facing a hereditary condition to overcoming colon and rectal cancer. Discover how Roberta's unwavering positivity and humor have empowered her to live a fulfilling life and learn practical tips for embracing a more positive outlook in the face of adversity. Join us as we celebrate Roberta's indomitable spirit and explore the transformative power of humor in overcoming life's challenges.

2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Best Health Series Finalist

Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025,

and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 to 2025.

Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in 148 countries across 7 continents

and features over 420+ original daily episodes hosted by

Stage IV survivor Saranne Rothberg.

To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:

https://www.comedycures.org/

To write to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8

To record a message to Saranne or a guest:

https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions

To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:

https://www.comedycures.org/

Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:

http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate

THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review.

Have a blessed day! Saranne