Meet Loretta S., a wife and mother of two sons, one with special needs, and now a full-time caregiver. When Rob was diagnosed with cancer, Loretta found she was quickly losing herself and something had to change. In this episode, Loretta gets vulnerable about the wisdom she learned about how to take care of herself first, and the advice she gained from a stranger that changed everything about the way her family approached cancer.

Carl Williamson, Manager of Pastoral Care at City of Hope® Cancer Center Chicago, has walked alongside many patients and their families as they navigate every stage in a cancer diagnosis. Listen as he shares first-hand advice on what to say and what not to say when someone you know is going through a cancer journey, and the powerful role having faith plays through it all.

Karyn C., a 5-year breast cancer survivor, and self-proclaimed world traveler. Karyn and her husband worked their entire lives to retire early and travel the world, but after being diagnosed with cancer shortly after retirement, she was faced with her greatest journey yet. In this episode, Karyn shares her inspiring perspective on how to keep living fiercely, and relatable tips to help navigate any road ahead.

Jennifer C., Manager of Oncology Rehabilitation and Speech Language Pathologist at City of Hope® Cancer Center Atlanta, shares the surprising benefits of working with a speech therapist when it comes to cancer treatment. Listen as she reveals her favorite tips that make a big difference when it comes to maintaining quality of life after treatment.

Rudy H., a 7 year Colon Cancer Survivor and Firefighter of over 40 years. Rudy is the poster child for early detection and how abiding by screening guidelines saved his life. Listen, and he shares the alarming impact cancer has had on the firefighter community, and the potentially life-saving advice he urges everyone to take seriously as it relates to their own health.

Alexandria C., Manager of Behavioral Health at City of Hope® Cancer Center Chicago and Clinical Sexologist, gets real with the struggles patient face in dealing with body image and intimacy after cancer treatment and shares valuable tools to help rebuild that connection with yourself and your partner.

Jose R. and Shemika R., married for 19 years, a strong history of cancer, and now both diagnosed with cancer just two years apart. Listen as this couple gets vulnerable about how they navigated being both the patient and the caregiver and where they found their inspiration on their hardest days to never give up.

Cheyloh E. and Laura G. are both mothers with six kids, both diagnosed with cancer and were both treated at City of Hope® Cancer Center Phoenix—Cheyloh with breast cancer and Laura with ovarian cancer. Listen as these two dig into how friendships evolve when faced with a diagnosis. Through cancer, these two women found each other and are sharing advice on how you can find your community and support when faced with cancer.

Elaine Smith, MS, LMFT, Manager Behavioral Health at City of Hope®, gives insight into managing the waves of survivorship. She shares powerful advice on how to maintain joy despite the realities of a cancer diagnosis.

Elaine Smith, MS, LMFT, Manager Behavioral Health at City of Hope®, shares tips for combating cancer-related anxiety so that you can focus on the joys of life.