DJBreastCancer

Jonathan Acott brings a lot of firsts to DJ Breast Cancer show!!! My first male guest and my first international interview!  Jonathan is a 6 time UK Cancer survivor who is resilient fighter.  Jonathan has achieved many physical challenges through hard work and training such as climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, running Ultramarathons, Ironman, and even walking on fire!!!  Jonathan is a life coach and helps others achieve their physical goals!  His story will inspire you and amaze you!

Laura Carfang, diagnosed at age 34 with 2B breast cancer, goes on to start non profit resource called Surviving Breast Cancer http://survivingbreastcancer.org

Laura does it all, YouTube, Podcast, Blog posts, Survivor Meetups and she works a full time job in education.  

Laura talks about Lymphadema and wearing a compression sleeve, along with the importance of exercise.

Izabela Gardula is a 3 year Breast Cancer survivor, a self described Type A Leo, and and outdoor adventurer!! 

Izabela is a whirlwind, full of energy.  She describes how “Attitude is half the battle” and how her perspective of life definitely changed after Breast Cancer.  She didn’t sweat the small stuff as much, but she still can’t seem to like yoga!!  Izabela describes cancer like a tornado and is now dedicated to helping others in the midst of a cancer journey.  She volunteers her time at Living Beyond Breast Cancer and helping others understand their medical bills and rights (great book called Cancer Law).

Izabela describes the importance of support despite her initial reluctance and her love of the great outdoors and challenging herself physically with hiking at national parks and her peloton bike.

Stephanie Chuang, founder of the The Patient Story, a resource for those diagnosed with cancer.  The mission of The Patient Story is to humanize every cancer diagnosis to help improve quality of life and health outcomes.  Stephanie is a survivor of  non-Hodgkins lymphoma and is now expecting her first baby!!

http://www.thepatientstory.com

Alissa discusses her 3 time cancer diagnosis (ocular melanoma & breast cancer).  Alissa talks about her transformation from keeping her first diagnosis very quiet, to now having a community and a YouTube Channel to try and help others.  Alissa talks about the importance of exercise during and after cancer and the support of the LiveStrong Program.  Alissa also talks about the realities of scanxiety.   

Casey Head, 3 time cancer survivor talks about her diagnosis with Acute lymphoblastic leukemia.  Diagnosed at the age of 31, Casey battled cancer 3 times with all kinds of chemotherapy and immunotherapy.  Casey discusses being hospitalized nearly 30 days straight and battling a stroke.

Melanie Penn discusses life after cancer and finding purpose in her artwork for those impacted by breast cancer and other life changing events.  Melanie is a previvor and discusses her mom's diagnosis at a young age and how it shaped her decision.  Melanie's artwork evokes emotion and connects other survivors to their stories and taking back their narrative. 

Tina discusses life after cancer and exercise with Samantha Harris, co-host of Dancing with the Stars. 

5 podcast shows for Breast Cancer unite for one amazing show!

Tina wraps up Season 2 with a sincere thank you and discusses plans for Season 3!