The Aftershock Podcast

When we talk about high-mortality rate cancers, time is our greatest enemy.

But what if we could use artificial intelligence to see what the human eye might miss?

To discuss this, I’m joined by a true global leader in the field: Professor Meng Law, a specialist in neuroradiology who is at the forefront of integrating AI into medical imaging.

We talk about how we’ve been investing into AI being used in research for a number of years, along with what the future may hold for AI and radiology. 

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Sara is a nurse who specialises in the treatment and patient support of people living with lung cancer and mesothelioma. Sara works on the front line of care - walking alongside patients and families through diagnosis, treatment decisions, side effects, uncertainty and, often, some incredibly complex emotional moments. 

We talk about what it really means to support someone facing these diseases. The realities of lung cancer and mesothelioma. The misconceptions. The challenges. The breakthroughs. And the human side of care that so often goes unseen.

This is an honest, compassionate and deeply insightful conversation about what support truly looks like — and why it matters so much.

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At just 22 years old, Jill’s daughter, Catie, passed away from cancer. 

In this conversation, Jill opens her heart to share her journey through unimaginable loss, the lessons her daughter taught her, and how she’s learning to carry grief and love side by side.

This was my first episode since becoming a mother where I’ve spoken to a parent about loss. It was by far the most challenging episode I’ve hosted. But nothing about cancer is easy, and we must continue to share stories that represent the full ripple effect of a cancer diagnosis.

This episode is a tribute — to Catie’s life, to every parent walking this painful path, and to the strength it takes to keep moving forward when a part of your heart is missing.

This episode is brought to you by our friends at Servier Australia.

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In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, I’m joined by Professor Marco Herold, a globally recognised expert in cancer research and the current CEO of the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute.

With a background in molecular biology and a passion for translating discoveries from bench to bedside, Professor Herold is leading groundbreaking efforts in cancer therapeutics, immunology, and personalised medicine.

In this episode, we dive into his journey from academic researcher to institute leader, the future of precision oncology, and how ONJCRI is bridging the gap between research and real-world impact for patients.

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In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, we speak to AFL legend Jarryd Roughead - a 4-time premiership winning forward, former Hawthorn captain, and one of the most respected figures in the game. But in 2016, Jarryd faced something far more daunting than any grand final opponent: a cancer diagnosis that would change his life forever.

Today’s conversation goes far beyond the world of sport. Jarryd opens up about his cancer journey - from the initial shock of the diagnosis, through the treatments, the mental and physical toll, and ultimately, the strength and support that carried him through.

It’s a story of vulnerability and perspective, a conversation about life, fear, and hope - and the power of facing adversity head-on.

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There are many treatment options a cancer patient may face. Some are well known, others are not. The lack of knowledge around radiation treatment can stress people out which is why in this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, we are joined by Radiation Therapist, Nat. Nat shares with us how radiation therapy can help and cure patients of their cancer, and the approaches her and her team take to educate patients and their families. 

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Imagine being 26 years old, feeling at your peak health and fitness levels, about to run your first marathon, and you collapse 21 kilometres into your final training run. This was reality for Rama Davies as he woke up on the side of Beach Road, surrounded by onlookers and an ambulance on the way.

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Being diagnosed with oesophageal cancer is life changing and takes an enormous toll on your body and mind. Ensuring the patient is set up for success post surgery requires a team of experts. One of those experts is Lisa Murnane - Senior Dietician at Alfred Health. In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, I chat to Lisa about the role a Dietician plays in patient care, specifically around those undergoing an esophagectomy.

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Hugh van Cuylenburg is Founder of The Resilience Project and co-host of The Imperfects Podcast.

The Resilience Project delivers emotionally engaging programs to schools, sports clubs and businesses, providing practical, evidence-based mental health strategies to build resilience and happiness.

Hugh joins me to discuss how you can look after yourself when the sun is shining, but also when trauma hits.

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For Briony Benjamin, life was going along pretty well.

That was until at the age of 31, when Briony was diagnosed with advanced stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Going through cancer treatment was life changing, so Briony wrote a book about it.

In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast I speak to Briony Benjamin, author of Life is tough but so are you.

There was so much I took out of this book, so I couldn't wait to chat to Briony and dive deeper into her experience of the aftershock of a cancer diagnosis.

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