Real Pink

On this episode, special guest Charmaine Johnise shares how to better know your "girls," understand your family history, and understand your risk of breast cancer to make better informed choices. We’re going to help empower you to take an active role in decision-making about your health. Special Guest: Charmaine Johnise.

For women facing mastectomy (the surgical removal of the entire breast), one of the biggest decisions is whether or not to undergo breast reconstruction. To tell us about her personal journey, and her decision not to undergo reconstruction, author Katrin van Dam joins the podcast. Special Guest: Katrin Van Dam.

Although metastatic breast cancer is not currently curable, it can be treated. Today, it’s estimated that at least 154,000 people in the U.S. have Stage IV, or metastatic, breast cancer. Treatment focuses on ensuring a high quality of life, and living a better life, longer. Today Janet St. James (longtime broadcast journalist, healthcare executive, public speaker, wife, mother of 3, and breast can...

Researchers are constantly searching for new and better ways to treat breast cancer. Advances over the last 40 years have increased survival and improved the quality of life for people diagnosed with breast cancer. Josh Neman, Assistant Professor of Neurological Surgery, Physiology & Neuroscience and Member of the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, joins...

In this episode, special guest Monique Robinson shares real life stories and experiences as a patient and lessons learned. Monique is an Afro-Latinx attorney, avid traveler and two-time breast cancer survivor. She lives with her husband and two dogs in Southern California. She hopes to be a resource to other young women diagnosed with breast cancer. Special Guest: Monique Robinson.

In this episode we chat with Dr. Kathy Miller. Over the past 40 years, breast cancer treatment has greatly improved due to lessons learned through clinical trials. But for many people, the idea of clinical trials may seem daunting or risky. Today, we’ll learn the truth about clinical trials, and how to find options that best meet your needs. Intro and outro music is City Sunshine by Kevin MacLeod....

Wendy Kozel is a wife, mom, and a woman living with metastatic breast cancer. Wendy joins the podcast to share her story and how healthy living has played a role in her physical and mental health. Special Guest: Wendy Kozel.

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC). In the US alone, MBC is expected to kill 42,000 people. This special episode, featuring Kelly Shanahan, is part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Special Guest: Pam Kohl.

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC). In the US alone, MBC is expected to kill 42,000 people. This special episode, featuring Jerri Johnson, is part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Special Guest: Jerri Johnson.

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC). In the US alone, MBC is expected to kill 42,000 people. This special episode, featuring Kelly Shanahan, is part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Special Guest: Kelly Shanahan.

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC). In the US alone, MBC is expected to kill 42,000 people. This special episode, featuring Dr. Donald McDonnell, is part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Special Guest: Dr. Donald McDonnell.

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC). In the US alone, MBC is expected to kill 42,000 people. This special episode, featuring Lynda Weatherby, is part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Special Guest: Lynda Weatherby.

Today, Dr. Susan Domchek joins the podcast to discuss how to better understand your risk of breast cancer, how to talk with your doctor and how to make better informed choices. Special Guest: Dr. Susan Domchek.

Paula Schneider, president and CEO of Susan G. Komen®, joins the podcast to share the strategic direction and day-to-day operation of Komen’s research, community health, public policy advocacy and global programs. Special Guest: Paula Schneider.

Last month, more than 250 breast cancer patients, survivors and advocates representing Susan G. Komen® traveled to the nation’s capital to call on federal legislators with one voice and ask them to support funding and policies that improve the lives of those impacted by breast cancer. Jamie Jones joins the podcast to share how she has become a change agent and public policy advocate for Susan G. K...

There’s no easy way to adjust to a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. Shock, disbelief, anxiety, fear, anger, grief, and a sense of loss of control are common emotions. Michael Allio joins the podcast to share the story of his wife, Laura. Special Guest: Michael Allio.

In this episode, we guest Molly Grantham shares insights on answering the questions: "What can you do to really help? What should you say? Is it better to just listen?" There are as many ways of being a good support system to someone diagnosed with breast cancer as there are people! The qualifications? A willingness to be yourself and be present. Molly Grantham is a two-time Emmy award winning jou...

"It’s not just about changing the future, but changing the present, and creating an online space where the children of moms with breast cancer can connect and not feel alone." -Kyla Thompson When her mother lost her battle to breast cancer, Kyla wanted to make sure other kids like her had a place to go for support – a social media space just for kids who are going through the same thing - and #pin...

On today's episode, Emily Poeschl joins the podcast to discuss "finding your fierce," and being a catalyst to create social change related to breast cancer. Special Guest: Emily Poeschl.

Treating metastatic breast cancer focuses on living a longer, healthier life with breast cancer. In this episode, Carol Smith shares her story of living with MBC. Special Guest: Carol Smith.

As a pateint, there are things you can (and should) do to ensure your voice is heard and your concerns are addressed. To help us learn about how to develop an open dialogue with doctors, Dr. Reshma Jagsi joins the podcast today. Reshma Jagsi, M.D., D.Phil., is Newman Family Professor and Deputy Chair in the Department of Radiation Oncology and Director of the Center for Bioethics and Social Scienc...

The rigors of treatment breast cancer treatment — while life-saving — are difficult, leaving many women depressed, anxious, or feeling alone. From anxiety about the future, to the stress of treatment, it’s totally normal to feel a mix of intense emotions after a breast cancer diagnosis. To help us better understand how to cope with the mental and emotional impact of breast cancer, Abigail "Abbie"...

In this episode, Dr. Lisa Newman, an internationally renowned breast surgeon and researcher, shares insight on managing side effects caused by breast cancer and treatment. Special Guest: Dr. Lisa Newman .

In this episode, Jamil Rivers shares her story of living with metastatic breast cancer. She is a Philadelphia mom of three and an advocate using her voice and experiences to help advance legislative policy, medical research and customize support to better meet the needs of individuals impacted by breast cancer, particularly metastatic and African-American patients. Special Guest: Jamil Rivers.

In this episode, Sandy Finestone joins the podcast to discuss the social services and support groups available for those diagnosed with breast cancer. Sandy is a 30-year breast cancer survivor and research advocate, who has been a volunteer for Susan G. Komen for over 25 years. Dr. Finestone is a licensed marriage and family therapist. Special Guest: Sandy Finestone.