Cancer and Comedy: Helping Cancer Impacted People to Cope with Hope and Humor

Bob Wheeler is a seasoned comedian helping people face their money nerves. As CEO of the iconic Comedy Store, Bob navigated financial troubles through creative collaboration. Now, he draws on left-brain business skills and right-brain comedy experience to address the emotional root causes sabotaging our financial goals. Through his books and podcast, Bob helps listeners overcome fears, limiting be...

Sara is an award-winning author and speaker. Her mission is to inspire and impact people's lives so that they can overcome doubt and fear and have the confidence and courage to build a successful career. In this episode, Sara shares her story of growing up in Cambodia and the hardship she faced when the Khmer Rouge took control of the country in 1975. During those times, Sara was forced to do manu...

In the realm of grief, understanding the stages of mourning can provide solace and a roadmap through the tumultuous journey of loss. "Cancer and Comedy," a podcast that navigates the intersection of humor and somber topics like cancer and death, delves into the poignant experience of grieving with co-host Deb Krier. In a recent episode, Deb courageously shares her narrative of loss, recounting the...

In this episode, Dr. Brad Miller will share a lesson from an inspiring story about a famous football player who helped a stranded motorist. Parker and his girlfriend were on the road in Indianapolis, Indiana, when his tire blew out. He tried to fix it, but he couldn’t get the tire out. Hundreds of cars were just passing by, and no one had helped until a person stopped by to help. Little did he kno...

Welcome to episode 34 of the “Cancer and Comedy” podcast with your hosts, Dr. Brad Miller and Deb Krier. In this episode, Dr. Brad Miller and Deb Krier discuss the dangers of comparison and the importance of empathy when supporting those impacted by cancer. They explore how to authentically listen and provide help without making assumptions. Dr. Brad and Deb emphasize the uniqueness of each indivi...

Darleen Mahoney is Dr. Brad Miller’s guest on Episode 33 of “Cancer and Comedy Podcast.” Darleen is the National Digital Sales Director of SeniorLivingGuide.com SeniorLivingGuide.com provides information to help seniors and their families find assisted living and home care solutions. It also has resources for seniors on home health, active adult communities, and skilled nursing facilities. In this...

Today, our guest is Dr. George F. Ellis. He is an American physician and urologic surgeon who has performed thousands of urologic procedures over his medical career. Dr. Ellis is also a writer and filmmaker. He runs his own film production company, Coronado Beach Productions, through which he has produced and funded several films. In this episode, Dr. George Ellis discussed his volunteer medical w...

In this episode of the Cancer and Comedy Podcast, Dr. Brad Miller talks about coping with difficulties through laughter and tears. He shares personal experiences dealing with the death of a family member, where he felt both deep sadness and joyful memories. Dr. Miller explains that while crying is important for the release of emotions, laughter provides perspective that can help transcend sufferin...

In this special episode, Dr. Brad Miller reflects on the legacy of his uncle Rick, who recently passed away. Dr. Brad Miller shares heartfelt memories of his favorite uncle, from learning basketball to coaching little league. Despite facing adversity, Uncle Rick's story inspires resilience and courage. Dr. Brad also discusses concepts such as anticipatory grief and finding joy in life's challenges...

In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Brad Miller opens up about his personal journey grappling with a recent prostate cancer diagnosis, setting the stage for a touching discussion on the vital role of the community in facing health challenges. Dr. Brad Miller shares his experience of attending Podfest Expo, where he crossed paths with remarkable individuals who shared their stories of resilience in the...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Brad Miller and Deb Krier discuss the overwhelming burden of dealing with cancer, particularly during the holiday season. To overcome the feeling of burden, remember these tips: Acknowledge and allow yourself to feel the burden rather than trying to pretend you're not feeling it. Give yourself grace by taking breaks when needed through naps or time alone. Focus on expe...

Todd Keitz is Dr. Brad Miller’s guest on Episode 27 of “Cancer and Comedy Podcast.” Todd is the founder of My Care Friends LLC, an online community and resource platform for caregivers and patient advocates. Their goal is to provide a safe and secure community where they can connect with other like-minded, spirited, and like-challenged individuals in caregiving and advocacy roles. In this episode,...

Courtney Elmer is Dr. Brad Miller's guest on today’s episode of the "Cancer and Comedy Podcast." Courtney is the CEO of The EffortLESS Life. Every year, she assists hundreds of entrepreneurs in simplifying and scaling their businesses using a proven new approach to work smarter, not harder. She developed The EffortLESS Life Method to help struggling entrepreneurs understand why stress, overwhelm,...

Welcome to this episode of “Cancer And Comedy Podcast.” As we transition from one year to another, Dr. Brad Miller takes us on an inspiring journey in this New Year's episode of the "Cancer and Comedy" podcast. Delving into the challenges of facing a grim diagnosis, Dr. Miller introduces a unique 4-part process called the ACTS plan to guide listeners toward a more fulfilling and purposeful life. T...

In Episode 24 of the Cancer and Comedy Podcast, Dr. Brad Miller and Deb Krier dive into the unique challenges of navigating cancer during the Christmas season. Dr. Brad shares his personal experience of being diagnosed with cancer around Christmas 2022, and how the podcast has become a platform to leverage his journey, ministry experience, and love of comedy to serve others. Dr. Brad discusses the...

Cody is an anchor at WISH TV in Indianapolis, Indiana. He hosts two shows on WISH TV: "Lifestyle Live," a nationally syndicated television program, and the "All Indiana" program, an infotainment show focusing on stories and happenings in Central Indiana. In this episode, Cody shares how he overcame the challenges of his daughter's cancer journey as a child, dealing with medical trials, emotional d...

Alice Grasset joins Dr. Brad Miller on this episode of "Cancer and Comedy Podcast." Alice is a remarkable individual who has navigated through the challenges of breast cancer and transformed her journey into a purposeful life. She is the founder of Sparkles of Grace, a company that offers yoga, meditation, and coaching to support women in recovery from breast cancer. In this inspiring conversation...

Kim Hamer is Dr. Brad Miller’s guest on Episode 162 of “The Beyond Adversity Podcast.” Kim is the the author of "100 Acts of Love." A Girlfriend’s Guide to Loving Your Friend through Cancer or Loss, an easy-to-read book filled with 100 practical, quick, and effective ways to support a friend or coworker. In this episode Kim shared how she overcame the emotional and practical challenges with her hu...

In this episode of “The Cancer Comedy Podcast,” we have Dr. Brad Miller and Co-host Deb Krier. Hosted by Dr. Brad Miller, the Cancer and Comedy is all about stories of hope and inspiration infused with humor to lift up people suffering from cancer. Dr. Brad and Deb talked about their gratitude and thankfulness in the context of dealing with cancer and the importance of humor in coping with such a...

In this episode of “The Cancer Comedy Podcast,” we have our exceptional guest, Talaya Dendy. Talaya is the owner and CEO of On the Other Side LLC. She is also a cancer coach, cancer health equity consultant, mental health first aider, and podcaster. Talaya's personal experience overcoming cancer inspired her to devote her life's work to advising, supporting, and empowering others diagnosed with ca...

In this episode, Dr. Brad Miller will tackle a serious feeling that people go through, which is loneliness. He will site some quotes from entertainers and comedians on how to deal with loneliness, Mike Birbiglia, a famous comedian and actor, had the experiences of feeling loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Mike shares that sometimes, he goes to a movie by himself, pretending that he is on a date...

Angie Reed is a life coach and author of "Identity Crisis". She has the latest book that talks about overcoming challenges in life, family, and her career in dealing with the impact of stroke called "Invisible Scars". In this episode, Angie shared her life story and growing up with her stepfather Charlie whom he treasured most of her time with laughter on his sense of humor and dad jokes during he...

David Chudyk is a seasoned financial professional. He embarked on his career in the financial services sector in 2002. In 2005, he seized an opportunity to acquire an insurance and financial services agency in Seneca, SC, eventually earning the esteemed Certified Financial Planner™ designation in 2006. David's philosophy centers on guiding his clients, empowering them to make optimal financial dec...

Rik is a professional comedian and speaker who delivers clean comedy and creative keynotes for those who seek fun and engaging programs. He is also cast in the movie and television series Mayberry Man. In this episode, Rik shares his career in comedy and how he finds his calling as a Christian comedian. Rik also talks about the challenge he faced for his health having prostate cancer and how he he...

In today’s episode, Mark talks about struggles in his life managing his family with ADHD diagnosis. He also shares the pain and grief he has gone through from the people who passed away because of cancer and addiction. Dealing with a mental disorder in this world is tough, especially if you and your family have it. As such, Mark talks about leaving his career in the logistics world to focus on man...