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In this episode, we chat with power couple Esther and Elman about what it means to navigate brain tumour care and recovery as young adults. Esther reflects on her experience as a young adult caregiver, the challenges and barriers she faced, and the support that helped her along the way. Together, they reflect on their shared commitment to giving back to the brain tumour community and how they continue to build a life rooted in purpose, hope and resilience. 

For additional information, you may visit: 

• Elman and Esther’s story: Living fully after a brain tumour diagnosis - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 
• Brain Injury Rehab Clinic - Acquired Brain Injury Outpatient Clinic 
• Extend Pharmacy - Enhancing the cancer medication experience for lives affected by cancer.  
• Grief Circle/Ring Theory - Ring theory (psychology) - Wikipedia 

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This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, meet 14-year-old brain tumour survivor Robbie Watson and his parents, Abby and Jeremy, as they share their incredible story. Robbie reflects on traveling for treatment and life after diagnosis with his signature positivity, while Abby brings the parent perspective and opens up about the uncertainty, strength and community support that carried their family through the toughest days. Together they talk about how their journey became a powerful story of hope and resilience. 

For additional information, you may visit: 

Kingston Grenadiers Rally Against Brain Tumours - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 

2024 Grens Tackle Tumours Robbie Watson Touchdown - YouTube 

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This Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, meet 14-year-old brain tumour survivor Robbie Watson and his parents, Abby and Jeremy, as they share their incredible story. Robbie reflects on travelling for treatment and life after diagnosis with his signature positivity, while Abby brings the parent perspective and opens up about the uncertainty, strength and community support that carried their family through the toughest days. Together, they discuss how their journey has become a powerful story of hope and resilience. 

or additional information, you may visit: 

Kingston Grenadiers Rally Against Brain Tumours - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 

2024 Grens Tackle Tumours Robbie Watson Touchdown - YouTube 

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In this episode, we explore hope as more than just optimism- as a mindset that can be built, practiced, and sometimes rediscovered when everything feels like it’s falling apart. 

Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Ann, who shares strategies and insights from her journey as a relentless advocate for her daughter. From building partnerships to moving through advocacy, growth, and resilience, this conversation honours not just the successes but the doubts too- and invites listeners to find strength in both. 

For additional information, you may visit:  

Going for Hope: Strategies That Make it Possible to Persevere: Hovey, Ann

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In this episode, we explore hope as more than just optimism- as a mindset that can be built, practiced, and sometimes rediscovered when everything feels like it’s falling apart. 

Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Ann, who shares strategies and insights from her journey as a relentless advocate for her daughter. From building partnerships to moving through advocacy, growth, and resilience, this conversation honours not just the successes but the doubts too- and invites listeners to find strength in both. 

For additional information, you may visit:  

Going for Hope: Strategies That Make it Possible to Persevere: Hovey, Ann

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Welcome back, everyone!  

In this episode, our host Ben Seewald chats with Patrick, a Registered Nurse and a brain tumour survivor. Having just started nursing school, Patrick shared his experiences facing a brain tumour as a young adult and balancing care, recovery and coursework. Together, they discuss Patrick’s journey of strength and resilience and the importance of kindness and patient advocacy.  

In part 2, Patrick dives into the heart of his support network- his family and friends, and the important role they played in supporting him through treatment, recovery and school. Patrick also discusses patient advocacy and what it means to him. Tune in for an open conversation about compassion, community and advocacy. 

For additional information, you may visit:  

Medical alert bracelets: MedicAlert Foundation Canada | We Speak When You Can't 

Support groups: Support Groups - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 

Advocating for yourself: Advocating for Yourself - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada  

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Welcome back, everyone!  

In this episode, our host Ben Seewald chats with Patrick, a Registered Nurse and a brain tumour survivor. Having just started nursing school, Patrick shared his experiences facing a brain tumour as a young adult and balancing care, recovery and coursework. Together, they discuss Patrick’s journey of strength and resilience and the importance of kindness and patient advocacy.  

In part 2, Patrick dives into the heart of his support network- his family and friends, and the important role they played in supporting him through treatment, recovery and school. Patrick also discusses patient advocacy and what it means to him. Tune in for an open conversation about compassion, community and advocacy. 

For additional information, you may visit:  

Medical alert bracelets: MedicAlert Foundation Canada | We Speak When You Can't 

Support groups: Support Groups - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 

Advocating for yourself: Advocating for Yourself - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada  

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In this episode, we speak with Peter, a 49-year-old brain tumour survivor whose experience began in January 2019 with the diagnosis of a grade 2 astrocytoma following a seizure. Peter shares his fascination with awake brain surgery and the challenges that followed with his recovery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Through it all, he emphasizes the importance of maintain a positive attitude and remaining optimistic in the face of adversity. 


For additional information, you may visit: 

Awake brain surgery - Mayo Clinic  

Awake Brain Surgery: Your questions answered (ottawahospital.on.ca) * 

Clinical Trials - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada 


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