Shirley Talk

Show Notes

Mike and Kellye welcome Kentucky State Senator, David Yates (D), to the show. They come together to talk about 'Coat a Kid,' an organization dedicated to providing coats during the winter months to kids in need.

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In this episode they discuss:

1. Chase Gavin - Coat A Kid

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

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https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/

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Chase Gavin Coat a Kid

https://shirleysway.networkforgood.com/projects/146616-chase-gavin-coat-a-kid-2022

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Guest Links

David Yates (D)

KY State Sentator

[email protected]

Show Notes

Mike and Kellye welcome former police officer, and current Executive Director of the Childhood Cancer Family Fund, Mike Crask, to the show. Listen to Crask tell his journey through the non-profit world and why every challenge he faces is worth meeting head on as he tries to make a difference in the lives of children and their families.

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In this episode they discuss:

1. Raising Money

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

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https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/

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Guest Links

Mike Crask

https://ccff.info/

Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

Show Notes

Mike and Kellye welcome Carrie Schmitt to the podcast. Carrie shares the heartbreaking tragedy of suddenly losing her 7 year old son to cancer, how she has found hope, the efforts she continues to make to heal and honor Jackson through helping families dealing with a child cancer diagnosis.

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In this episode they discuss:

1. Osteosarcoma

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

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https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/

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Guest Links

Carrie Schmitt - Cancer Activist/Research Advocate

Love Like Jackson

https://www.lovelikejackson.org/

Show Notes

Mike and Kellye discuss the woes of running a non-profit and raising money.

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In this episode they discuss:

1. Raising Money/Fundraising

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

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https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/

Show Notes

Mike and Kellye welcome Lauren Hemker, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Audrey Liz. Audrey Liz is a startup that has meticulously designed post-surgery garments for women with patented functionality.

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"After undergoing multiple surgeries, we grew frustrated with our inability to find recovery garments that were comfortable, flattering, and easy-to-use. Thus, the inspiration behind Audrey Liz™ was born. We designed a totally unique line of garments and accessories that we wish we’d had, made sure they were comfortable for the patient, functional for the caretaker, and chic enough for us to put our name on it."

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"We spent nearly 3 years meticulously sourcing just the right fabrics, analyzing every stitch and seam, and searching for a quality U.S. manufacturer to put it all together."

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

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https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/

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Guest Links

Lauren Hemker

Co-Founder & Managing Director, Audrey Liz

www.audreyliz.com

Show Notes

Mike and Kellye welcome Tammi Poole to the show. Tami battled breast cancer and beat it. She shares her story, how she continues to deal with the toll that chemotherapy took on her body, where she draws strength and the reasons she is able to maintain her positive, optimistic attitude.

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

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https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/

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Guest Links

Tammi Poole

LinkedIn

Show Notes

Mike and Kellye welcome Jessica Poynter to the podcast. Jessica was 14 when she lost her mom to cancer. She talks about living through the tragedy and how she's been an advocate for self-care, research, and prevention ever since. She expresses her gratitude of having such an amazing support system and how important it has been in her life.

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Guest Info

Jessica Poynter

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/

Show Notes

Mike & Kellye invite Amanda Blackburn to the show. Amanda is an active duty service member, single mom of two, and cancer survivor. She shares the events leading to her colon cancer diagnosis, overcoming her life's greatest challenge, and answering the call to her newly found purpose. She also shares her involvement with Epic Experience and everything they're doing for cancer survivors.

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Guest Info

Amanda Blackburn

Owner/Operator - Union 15 Southend

www.eatunion15.com

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Epic Experience

www.epicexperience.org

"Empowers adult cancer survivors and thrivers to live beyond cancer."

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/

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On this week of Shirley Talk, Mike welcomes 3 hospice professionals from the university of Louisville to discuss palliative care. Mike asks them about their experience in helping people in the local community. They pull back the curtain on some of the unknown questions regarding end-of-life care. They detail a local, tight-nit group of doctors and nurses that focus not just on helping their patients, but their patient's families as well. Each guest recounts their experiences through school and what led them to choosing to help people and their families in the most difficult of times. From planning for death, to forming a living will — they give excellent advice on planning for end-of-life care and what to start planning for living wills.

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

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https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/

Show NotesIn this episode Kellye shares the story of her Mom's diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, the effects it had on her family, and the many things Kellye had to navigate through her Mom's battle. With debt piling up and circumstances being dire, Kellye and her family were helped by Shirley's Way at a critical time. Kellye, recalling how her family was helped, is now working with Shirley's Way playing a role in the impact the organization has on families and the lives of cancer patients.

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Show Links

FB - @shirleysway

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpOzFhXRUmDWIk-BM1-rp4A

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https://www.shirleysway.org/

https://www.queenofheartslive.org/

https://www.wheelofcashlive.org/

https://www.jokerswildlive.org/

https://www.gohafferslive.org/