Kris and Cass introduce you to who they call the ultimate “Diep Hype Girl,” AKA Joey Jamesley, whom they discovered while researching the Diep Flap procedure that Cass underwent after her mastectomy. Joey is an Arizona powerhouse who has documented her breast cancer journey and subsequent surgeries for her fast-growing social media audience. She makes us laugh and cry at the same time but, most importantly, makes those going through similar experiences feel seen, supported and kind of normal!

Whether you're going through a cancer diagnosis or supporting someone who is, you need to follow her immediately. You can find her on Instagram under the handle @life.got.me.like.

What is Joey loving right now that she thinks our listeners should know about, too?

Joey believes her cancer diagnosis may have been influenced by environmental factors, and as a result, she has become more mindful about what she eats. She’s currently inspired by Vani Hari, a strong advocate for removing harmful additives from the American food market. You can find her on Instagram at @thefoodbabe.

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Kris and Cass share a very personal and somewhat emotional interview this week, so bring your tissues for this one.

You may have heard them speak of Chris Berry, one of the girls' special mentors from whom they were lucky to learn, laugh, and receive support as they navigated "adulting" throughout their early teaching careers. Chris is one of those people you are fortunate to meet in your lifetime—kind, patient, non-judgmental, and radiating all that is good in the world.

After being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023, it was later discovered that the cancer had metastasized. In this episode, Chris speaks with absolute vulnerability and honesty, sharing how her unwavering faith has guided her throughout her life and is a source of strength now and always.

Kris and Cass apologize for the quality of this recording, as it was conducted in Chris's beautiful cottage deep in the Southern Highlands, near a country train line.

What is Chris loving right now that she thinks our listeners should, too? Chris suggests that everyone should watch The Assembly, available on ABC iView. Australia’s most renowned interviewer, @leighSales, mentors autistic journalism students as they learn their craft and interview well-known Australian personalities. You can access it here: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/assembly.

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Kris and Cass are incredibly proud to share a very important perspective and mastectomy experience this week. Sam, a transgender man, articulates his life-saving mastectomy journey with absolute vulnerability, honesty, and humour. It’s extra special for Kris and Cass because they’ve known Sam since he was in primary school, where Cass had the pleasure of teaching him in Year 4.

Sam discusses how his mastectomy changed the way he feels about himself, the vital role his incredible support network played, and the plans he has for a future he can now envision thanks to his gender-affirming surgery.

Breast of the Week: Who is Sam loving right now?

Ezra Butler is a video creator with an impressive following on IG and TikTok. Ezra has been an inspiring role model for Sam and has helped him address his anxiety and embrace self-acceptance regarding his body.

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Kris and Cass introduce the Breasties to an inspiring woman named Kelee Davey, who generously shares her story of a particularly rare cancer and her consequent stage 4 diagnosis.

You will fall in love with Kelee's sense of humour, pragmatic and practical perspective on life, and the work she is doing to share her story so that women are informed. Kelee shares her commitment to living in the moment, practicing gratitude, and appreciating the important people in her life.

Breast of the Week: What is Kelee loving right now?

Kelee is a bit of a fashionista and loves to play with styles and colors. She particularly loves the tone and positive vibe in the Fantastic Flat Fashions Facebook group, which provides a platform for women to share pictures of what they are wearing that makes them feel beautiful post-mastectomy. You can request membership by searching for the group.

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Kris and Cass kick off Season 2 with a guest who embodies the spirit of Breast Case Scenario.

Louise Butcher, known globally as the Topless Runner, is much more than just that. In this episode, Louise shares her ultimate mission: breaking down the stigma and negativity surrounding mastectomy and normalising the choice of aesthetic flat closure after breast cancer surgery. She is a passionate advocate for body positivity and authenticity, striving to challenge and redefine societal norms around women’s bodies.

Breast of the Week: What is Louise loving right now?

Unsurprisingly, Louise finds great pleasure in following other runners. She recommends Russ Cook who was the first person ever to run the full length of Africa. You can find him via IG using the handle @hardestgeezer.

Louise was gven a little challenge in this episode and in true Louise form, she took it on immediately after we reocrded this episode. You can check out her hilarious TikTok video here: https://www.tiktok.com/@louisebernadetteb/video/7384049338353257760?_t=8pJn0Ac1rF7&_r=1

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Kris and Cass are wrapping up the first season of Breast Case Scenario after 12 glorious weeks of building a Breastie community. Join them as they reflect on the best parts of Season 1, what you can expect from Season 2, and how you can fill up your time over the next month while Kris and Cass take a well-deserved break.

Breast Case Scenario will be back in your ears on Monday, August 19.

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Music by Noah O'Neill

Podcast artwork by Loren Keir

Kris and Cass think it's about time you meet their husbands. Matty and Phil usually leave the talking to the girls, but not this time! Partners of those undergoing a mastectomy play an incredibly important role, and Matty and Phil's perspectives are beautifully described in this episode. I mean, what's sexier than grown men speaking with vulnerability, honesty, and reflection?

Breast of the Week: What are Kris, Cass, and their husbands loving right now?

Matty referenced The Push-Up Challenge, which is an Australian fundraising yearly event that donates to various mental health charities. You can engage by donating or raising funds as an individual or group here: The Push-Up Challenge: Home.

Phil and Kris talked about the Dry July Foundation, a fundraising opportunity that requires you to give up alcohol for a month. This initiative helps local and national cancer support organizations across Australia deliver practical, tangible support services for people affected by cancer. About Dry July Foundation.

Cass gave a shout-out to the Wildfire Magazine & Writing Community, an incredibly important medium that bridges the gap between diagnosis and "Who am I now?" Want to be inspired by stories of hope or engage in writing workshops? Check out this amazing resource: Wildfire Magazine & Writing Community.

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Kris and Cass reflect on all the different types of support they received leading up to, during, and after their mastectomies, highlighting both the light and shade of that support. They will talk about Fact Finder Fred, Bossy Bess, Pragmatic Penny, and the many other archetypes our breasties have shared along the way. This is a lighthearted look at the myriad ways humans show they care and how valued each and every one of them is.

Breast of the Week: What are Kris and Cass loving right now?

Kris is reading an incredible book called Bright Shining: How Grace Changes Everything by Julia Baird, and Cass has discovered another version of her and Kris in The Dinner Ladies because they "do dinner so we can do life," which sounds like a breast friend for life. You can find them on Instagram (@thedinnerladies).

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Music by Noah O'Neill. Podcast artwork by Loren Keir.

Kris and Cass want all breasties to know that they hear you. They have dedicated this episode to the incredible number of listeners who have taken the time to reach out, engage, and share their personal stories in such vulnerable ways.

Kris and Cass have identified some major themes in these stories and felt the need to bring them out of the shadows and into the light in the hopes that it makes you realize you are not the only breastie feeling a certain way. We hope this episode provides some validation and calmness this week.

Breast of the Week: What are Kris and Cass loving right now?

Cass shared her love for a local named Sara-Jane Cleland, a conscious dance facilitator who provides embodied dance as a way of healing. As Kris delves into the TikTok world, she is finding all sorts of inspiring young women sharing their healing journeys. @michellepearson23 provides 'lives' throughout each week to help her community.

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Music by Noah O'Neill.

Podcast artwork by Loren Keir.

If you were to google how to prepare for life after a mastectomy, you would be provided with a wealth of tips, tricks, and things 'no one has told you,' and every single website targets the surgical nature of pre, during, and post-surgery. There is almost nothing considered beyond surgery, until now. This episode is about what you may be confronted with for the first time after a mastectomy. They are considerations that have nothing to do with the surgery itself, but with navigating our bodies in the world after physically healing.

Kris and Cass hope it helps breasties feel prepared and ready to take on the world psychologically and emotionally, and with more confidence than they did. It will also give those supporting someone going through this, insight into the complexity of emotions and experiences your breastie may be going through.

Breast of the Week: What are Kris and Cass loving right now?

Cass gave a shout out to Joey Jamesley (@life.got.me.like) who shares the reality of life post mastectomy with humour and honesty and provides lots of practical advice for those undertaking a similar journey.

Kris has discovered a very clever woman who promotes positive body image in a clever and funny way. Check Ally Ferguson out (@allyvintage) for some laugh out loud content and a kind reminder to love the body you're in.

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Music by Noah O'Neill

Podcast artwork by Loren Keir