Beatson Talks

Join host Laura Boyd in conversation with rising pop star Roisin McCarney, who shares her personal journey from working in a sunbed shop to being diagnosed with skin cancer. After stunning audiences on ITV’s The Voice, Roisin uses her platform to raise awareness about the dangers of sunbeds. In this heartfelt episode, Roisin and Laura, who is living with cancer herself, discuss the realities of cancer and the importance of spreading the word about prevention.

Raising awareness about the danger of sunbeds and just how serious skin cancer is, is so important to me. If my story stops one person from using sunbeds then I will have done my job. Thank you to Beatson Cancer Charity for allowing me to share that." Roisin said.

Join host Laura Boyd in conversation with Gillian Shirreffs, who lives with MS and was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2021. Gillian shares her journey, discussing how she confronted her own mortality and the support she received  from Beatson Cancer Charity. She highlights the charity's wig service, telephone befriending service, and the Fear of Recurrence course that helped her through her challenging times. Additionally, Gillian discusses her book, "Brodie," of which all the profits go to Beatson Cancer Charity, further supporting our vital work.

**Sensitivity Warning: This episode includes personal stories and discussions about living with cancer. Some listeners may find the content distressing. Listener discretion is advised. ** 

Join host Laura Boyd in conversation with Martin Cawley, former CEO of Beatson Cancer Charity. In this episode, Martin reflects on his career at the charity, the challenges he faced during his five years at the charity, including the Coronavirus pandemic, the highlights of his tenure, and his deep affection for the organisation. He also shares what lies ahead for him in his next chapter. 

Join host Laura Boyd in conversation with Lisa Adam, who has been living with cancer for 19 years. Joining her is Beatson Cancer Charity's CEO, Gillian Hailstones, formerly Director of Care Services. Laura shares her personal experience with cancer, and together they discuss the support services Beatson Cancer Charity offers, like Fear of Recurrence and Living with Uncertainty groups.

**Sensitivity Warning: This episode includes personal stories and discussions about living with cancer. Some listeners may find the content distressing. Listener discretion is advised. ** 

Join host Laura Boyd in conversation with Patrick Baines, who lost both his mum and sister to cancer within a short time. They are joined by Jemma Byrne, our Bereavement Service Psychologist from Beatson Cancer Charity. Patrick shares his emotional story, from his mother's diagnosis and passing just weeks later, to his sister's death just months later. They discuss the bereavement support services offered by Beatson Cancer Charity, and how these services help people cope with their grief.  

**Sensitivity Warning: This episode includes personal stories and discussions about grief and the impact of bereavement from cancer.  Some listeners may find the content distressing. Listener discretion is advised. ** 

Join host Laura Boyd in conversation with Professor Anthony Chalmers, Chair of Clinical Oncology at the University of Glasgow and the Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre. They discuss cancer research, clinical trials, and the realities of working for The Beatson. Professor Chalmers also shares his hopes for the future of cancer treatment.   

Welcome to the Off The Beatson Track 2020 Podcast! 
 
Hosted by David Farrell And Laura Boyd you listen to our exclusive podcast on route, hearing heart-warming stories and fantastic singing. 

To help we have put together a small running order to guide you through our content, so why not have breaks throughout your 10K and take some time out to listen to the material created especially for you… 

Intro...00:00 - 01:33

Zumba Sisters...01:34 - 08:30 (Watch on YouTube here)  

Laura and David countdown and Tam the Piper...08:31 - 11:30

Jessica Allen...11:44 - 15:20

The Laird family story...15:21 - 17:15

Matinee at the Musicals...17:24 - 21:50

Donna Hicks Story... 21:51 - 23:35

Jack Mullen... 23:57 - 28:35

Kerry McHugh story... 28:47 - 30:50

Sophie Davies... 30:54 - 34:38

Alfie King... 34:49 - 38:50

Allan family... 38:51 - 40:50

Final Goodbye... 41:11 - 41:54

SheBoom... 41:55 - 45:42

Beatson Cancer Charity has enhanced its services by offering an expanded befriending service.

We have developed our befriending service to the most vulnerable patients who are self-isolating, experiencing loneliness and shielding due to the pandemic.   

Patients are assigned a volunteer befriender each week over the phone.

In part 1, Specialist Health and Work Practitioner Kirsty, caught up with volunteer Alexis who gives her thoughts on volunteering for  service and the impact it will make.

How can you contact us?

Visit our befriending service page here

Email: [email protected].

Call: 0141 212 0505 

If you would like to support these new charity initiatives please make a donation here.