The Thyorid Talk

The Thyorid Talk

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The Thyorid Talk episodes

  • You Don’t Get It… And That’s Okay

    In this episode, we’re getting into the conversations about communication, boundaries, feeling misunderstood and finding the words for an experience that’s incredibly difficult to put into words.

    27 min
  • Dear 15-Year-Old Me: What I Wish I Knew Before The Thyroidectomy

    If I could sit beside my 15-year-old self before my thyroidectomy, what would I say?

    In this episode, I’m opening up about the things I wish I’d heard before my thyroid cancer diagnosis and surgery, the fears no one prepares you for, the emotions that linger long after recovery, and the unexpected ways life changes after losing your thyroid.

    35 min
  • The Kintsugi Philosophy

    In this episode we talk about how this Japanese philosophy can help us navigate thyroidless life and Samantha shares her story!

    47 min
  • It's the "good" cancer right?

    Is there such thing? Is it offensive? In this episode we dive into the theme of 'good cancer' sharing studies, opinions and community responses. We also share Gensis's personal story in this episode!

    47 min
  • Thyroidless Habits I’m Not Taking Into 2026

    Season 2 is here and it’s about resetting, not repeating!

    Hey gals! I’m opening a new chapter of the podcast by reflecting on the thyroidless habits I’m leaving behind in 2025 and the ones I’m intentionally taking with me into 2026.  

    40 min
  • Loving who's in the mirror

    When your body changes faster than your self-esteem can catch up, the mirror becomes a battlefield. We get honest about post-thyroid skin, hair, weight, and sleep struggles and how to rewrite the story that our appearance equals our value.

    41 min
  • Stronger at 14 Than I’d Be at 26

    In this episode I chat about why I'm grateful I was diagnosed with cancer at 14, compared to now at 26. Covering the struggles and fears you can face at an older age that I managed to bypass as a teenager.

    25 min

About The Thyorid Talk

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Hi gals! I'm Alyssa and this is your go-to space for navigating life without a thyroid, with a side of humour, heart, and a whole lot of support!

Join as we tackle the ups, downs, and…