Leading From Our Scars

What happens when a physician sees the system fail someone she loves—and decides to change it for everyone else? In this powerful episode, Dr. Akanksha Sharma shares her journey from neurology resident to becoming a national leader in neuro-oncology and palliative care. Through stories of her mother’s silent brilliance and a patient who became family, Dr. Sharma reveals the gaps in brain tumor car...

When crisis hits, men are often told to stay strong and keep moving. But what happens when the weight of caregiving becomes too heavy to carry alone? In this powerful episode, Kyle Woody shares the origin story behind Jack’s Caregiver Coalition—a space where men supporting loved ones through illness can be seen, supported, and understood. From fixing fences to healing hearts, Kyle unpacks how vuln...

Cancer-Free, Not Carefree  with Mariana Arnaut of  @theaftercancer   https://www.theaftercancer.com/ Survivorship isn’t the end—it’s a whole new chapter. We talk joy, connection, and the hidden struggles of life after cancer. 💛 🎧 Listen now. https://linktr.ee/myawarecoach

In this heartfelt episode, Jason Binder sits down with Chris Schuler, a dedicated brain cancer awareness advocate and caregiver to his late father, Donald. Together, they explore the relational impact of caregiving, grief, and healing in the wake of a glioblastoma diagnosis. Chris shares his caregiving journey, highlighting his close bond with his father, the emotional and logistical challenges of...

In this heartfelt episode, Jason Binder sits down with Pam Cusick, Senior Vice President at Rare Patient Voice, to delve into the intersection of healthcare advocacy and relational health. Pam shares her 30-year journey in healthcare research, emphasizing the importance of amplifying patient and caregiver voices. Together, they explore the unique challenges rare diseases bring to relationships and...

Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. In this episode, we sit down with Alisha DeTroye, MMS, PA-C, DFAAPA, a dedicated Physician Assistant and Reg...

In this heartfelt episode, Esther Mallard shares her deeply personal journey of growing up with a parent affected by the cognitive challenges of a brain injury due to glioblastoma. Esther opens up about navigating trauma, mental health struggles, and finding resilience during her college years, all while coping with the emotional impact of her parent’s illness. The conversation explores how she ma...

After listening to Mike Rowe's podcast, The Way I Heard It, in an interview with Sabin Howard...I've been thinking a lot about grief, suffering and purpose while having a season with a lot of shaping. link to podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-way-i-heard-it-with-mike-rowe/id1087110764?i=1000665987577   See more at  https://www.myawarecoaching.com/

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Amanda R. Ferraro ( https://cancerisanasshole.com/ ) to explore powerful stories of resilience through personal experiences with cancer, brain surgery, and family trauma. The conversation delves into the transformative role of emotional journaling as a coping tool, helping individuals process complex emotions, build resilience, and create open l...

In this powerful and heartfelt episode, we speak with Holly Richard, a leader who has dedicated over 20 years to executive roles in nonprofits, advocating for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families. After transitioning to a new role as a consultant with The Arc of NC, Holly has been able to focus more on a deeply personal mission—brain cancer advocacy. Thi...

Today's podcast catches you up on our life...kids competing at USAT nationals, Thank You cards from Fog, GBM Day, our article in the NW Observer See more at  https://www.myawarecoaching.com/

How we handled our mission trip to the Bahamas and how cancer once again raised its head.   See more at  https://www.myawarecoaching.com/

We are honored to welcome Dr Kelly R. Conner to talk with us about neuroscience, marriage, and care-partnering. An authentic and vulnerable experience. ***Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questio...

This is us raw right after we spent an hour with Fog Pharma sharing our story at the company's first offsite for the entire staff.   See more at  https://www.myawarecoaching.com/

A discussion of Mother's Day, Upcoming Neuro Appointment/Roadtrip & Speaking Engagement   See more at  https://www.myawarecoaching.com/

Thank you for listening to our first ever podcast episode. We created this podcast as a resource for those experiencing the impact of Cancer on their Marriage. A 2009 journal article from the ACS concluded that if the wife is the patient, 88% of marriages in their study ended in separation or divorce. This podcast is our battle to save marriages. We plan to record weekly. If you find yourself need...