Besties with Breasties Podcast

Hosts Beth Wilmes and Jamie dive into the surprisingly tricky topic of oversharing — both in everyday life and in the middle of a breast cancer journey. Beth (more traditional) and Jamie (a "recovering over-sharer") swap stories about where they each draw the line with their husbands, from farting etiquette to who gets to see medical drains and incisions, and debate whether keeping a little myster...

What does it really mean to survive breast cancer? Beth sits down with Amy Brace and Jenna Sartorius — co-founders of the Pink Power Hour podcast — for an honest, unfiltered conversation about life after a diagnosis. Amy is navigating the long-term side effects of treatment, including reconstruction that failed and hormone-induced hair loss. Jenna has been living with stage IV metastatic breast ca...

Beth and Jamie get real about one of the loneliest feelings during breast cancer treatment — when the people around you just aren't showing up the way you hoped. But instead of writing them off, the duo explores a reframe that changes everything: what if it's not that people don't care, but that you're expecting the wrong kind of support from them? They break down five distinct types of support —...

Beth and Jamie tackle one of the most painful and seldom-talked-about sides of a breast cancer diagnosis: when your biggest expected supporter becomes your biggest source of stress. Inspired by a real anonymous scenario shared by a listener, they unpack what's really going on when a loved one's fear shows up as control — from fighting over wigs and GoFundMes to taking over medication routines. In...

In this episode, Beth and Jamie sit down with Dr. Renata Sledge — who, for the record, thinks her own name sounds like a supervillain — an assistant professor of social work and licensed clinical social worker whose research focuses on the deeply human side of healthcare. Renata spent 15 years watching patients surrounded by doctors, family, and friends who all wanted to help — and yet still feeli...

What happens when a breast cancer diagnosis isn't the worst thing that happens to you during treatment? In this episode, Beth and Jes sit down with Sarah, a mom of two who discovered her husband had been unfaithful at the very end of her radiation — revealed not by a confession, but by a doctor's visit. Sarah opens up about navigating that devastating double blow, the rage and grief that followed,...

In this candid and eye-opening episode, Beth and Jess sit down with Kevin — the husband of Ally, a previous guest who shared her experience dating after a breast cancer diagnosis. Kevin offers a rare and refreshingly honest male perspective: what modern dating is actually like, what went through his mind when Ally disclosed her mastectomy just four dates in, and how he navigated attraction, vulner...

In this heartfelt episode, the Besties dive into finding love after breast cancer. Guest Ally shares her incredible journey of being diagnosed with stage 1A breast cancer at just 31 years old, going through a grueling 10.5-hour double mastectomy with DIEP flap reconstruction, and remarkably getting back into the dating scene just months later. Ally opens up about the vulnerable moment of trying on...

This episode explores the often-overlooked topic of dating after breast cancer. Hosts Beth and Jes sit down with Michelle, a nine-year survivor who shares her candid experiences navigating the dating scene post-diagnosis. Michelle opens up about her journey from diagnosis at age 39 through treatment (double mastectomy and chemotherapy), and how she rebuilt her confidence and self-image afterward....

Join Beth, Jess, and guest Meg for an honest and relatable conversation about the cringiest, most frustrating things people say to breast cancer patients—and how to handle them without losing your mind. Meg, a 30-year-old mom of two, shares her recent diagnosis journey: from finding a lump while pregnant to fighting for a mammogram when doctors dismissed her concerns due to her age. She opens up a...

Join Beth and Jess as they dive into one of the most emotionally complex parts of the breast cancer journey: how friendships change. In this candid conversation, the hosts explore why some relationships deepen while others fade after a cancer diagnosis. Beth and Jess share personal stories about discovering which friends could handle the weight of cancer and which couldn't. They discuss the "Midwe...

Beth, Jess, and Jamie tackle one of the hardest parts of survivorship: looking in the mirror and recognizing the person staring back. This episode starts with a simple question—how do you feel about your body in one word?—and the answers reveal everything. "Accepting." "Strong." "Disappointed." From there, the conversation goes deep into the gap between who they were before cancer and who they are...

New season. New Besties. New Topics. When you're going through breast cancer treatment, finding voices that truly understand what you're experiencing can feel like discovering a lifeline. That's exactly what the Besties with Breasties podcast has been for so many patients and survivors—and this season, we're excited to introduce you to the new co-hosts who will be walking alongside you. Beth Wilme...

Hormone therapy is one of the most important—and challenging—parts of life after breast cancer. In this episode of Besties with Breasties, hosts Beth Wilmes and Jess Anderson welcome Dr. Katherine Clifton, board-certified medical oncologist at Washington University School of Medicine, for an in-depth conversation on hormone suppression therapy and survivorship. This episode breaks down what breast...

In this inspiring episode of Besties with Breasties , Beth and co-host sit down with Michelle, a young mom who faced the shock of an early breast cancer diagnosis and the unexpected emotional toll of a later recurrence. Michelle opens up about the fears, identity shifts, and challenges of navigating motherhood through treatment—sharing what it’s really like to balance caring for your children whil...

In this powerful episode, hosts Beth Wilmes and Jess open up about one of the most common—and least discussed—challenges breast cancer survivors face: the fear of recurrence. From the emotional weight of scanxiety to the subtle ways anxiety influences daily life, they break down what this fear really looks like and why it’s so normal. Beth and Jess share their personal stories, discuss how recurre...

In this deeply moving episode of Besties with Breasties, hosts Beth, Jamie and special guest Pastor Patti Kirkland, explore one of life’s most profound topics — death, faith, and the Christian belief in eternal life. With honesty and compassion, Pastor Patti shares how her personal experiences with grief and loss have shaped her understanding of hope, e...

What does it really mean to take personal responsibility after cancer — and how do you do it without guilt or shame? In this honest and empowering episode of the Besties with Breasties Podcast , hosts Beth and Jessica, unpack what “taking control” looks like after treatment. They dive into how trauma shapes us, what we can and can’t control, and how mindset, discipline, and grace work together in...

Weight Gain After Breast Cancer: Hormones, GLP-1s, & Real Talk on Survivorship Weight gain after breast cancer is real — and rarely talked about. In this honest and empowering episode of the Besties with Breasties Podcast, hosts Beth Wilmes and Jamie Grieshaber break down the physical, emotional, and hormonal changes that make post-treatment weight management so challenging. They share persona...

Women’s Health Unlocked: Cycle Syncing & Nervous System Balance Welcome to another empowering episode of the Besties with Breasties Podcast! Hosts Beth Wilmes and Jamie Grieshaber are joined by fitness expert and functional nutritionist Natali Kummer to dive deep into cycle syncing, nervous system regulation, and holistic women’s wellness. In this conversation, you’ll learn how to: -Sync your...

Empowered Movement: Exercise, Menopause, and Thriving After Cancer Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast! Hosts Beth Wilmes(author, nonprofit founder) and Jamie Grieshaber, are joined by special guest Leeny Hoffman, a certified menopause fitness and health coach. Together, they explore how women can use movement to feel stronger, more energized, and more empowe...

Menopause Made Manageable: Small Tweaks for Massive Impact Welcome to another episode of Besties with Breasties Podcast! Hosts Beth Wilmes (author, speaker, and founder of Faith Through Fire) and Jamie Grieshaber, dive deep into the realities of menopause, midlife, and thriving after breast cancer. This episode features Jen Schroer, RN, NBC-HWC, a board-certified nurse coach and founder of Clarity...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast! Hosts Beth Wilmes and Jamie Grieshaber are joined by special guest Kelly Burke, founder of Career Slay, to discuss the journey of career transformation after a breast cancer diagnosis. Kelly shares her powerful story of being diagnosed at 29 while pregnant, navigating treatment during the pandemic, and ultimately finding n...

Creating a Motivation Mindset: Exercise as Self-Care with Dr. Michelle Segar In this episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast, host Beth Wilmes, founder of Faith Through Fire, and co-host Jamie Grieshaber, talk about their personal experiences and relationship with exercise. They welcome Dr. Michelle Segar, a behavioral sustainability scientist, health coach, and author of the bestselling boo...

Navigating Boundaries Post-Breast Cancer with Henry Amar | Besties with Breasties Podcast Join hosts Sarah Hall and Beth Wilmes in this insightful episode of Besties with Breasty as they explore the importance of setting healthy boundaries. Special guest Henry Amar, a renowned life strategist and TED speaker, shares his wisdom on fear-based versus love-based boundaries and how to find the balance...