Kickin' Cancer Cares

 In this second half of the Kickin’ Cancer Care Show, Vanessa Rutherford shares how her journey with her son Cordell has come full circle, guiding her through various medical fields and leading her toward her passion for whole-body wellness. Through her experiences, Vanessa is working toward building her own clinic focused on educating people on nutrition, lifestyle, and caring for the body as a w...

In this episode of the Kickin’ Cancer Care Show, Vanessa Rutherford, mother of Cordell Rutherford, shares the story of his remarkable cancer journey that began at just nine months old, when he was diagnosed with stage IV neuroblastoma. Now 16 years old and cancer-free, Cordell’s story is a powerful reminder of resilience, hope, and the strength behind every fight.v

In Part 2 of our conversation, we dive deeper into intuitive healing and what it truly means. Chrystal explains that intuitive healing is more than Reiki, walking us through how Reiki works, the role of sound baths, and how tapping into energy and frequency supports emotional and physical balance. She also explores deeper healing through inner child work, addressing where trauma often begins and h...

Today on Kicking Cancer Cares Show, we are joined by Chrystal Hart-Meeker, an intuitive healing guide and Reiki practitioner who helps women release emotional weight, find inner clarity, and reconnect with their bodies through restorative and transformational practices. We start this episode with Chrystal sharing what guided her to intuitive healing and the path that led her to this work. She brin...

In Part 2, we continue the conversation and carry the momentum forward into 2026. Building on the GO-Teams, honorees, and events from 2025, we look ahead at what is coming next. We discuss new goals, expansion into more communities, broader outreach, and a stronger commitment to helping those who reach out to Kicking Cancer for support. 2026 represents growth, bigger opportunities, and a clearer m...

In Part 1 of the Kicking Cancer Care Show, we highlight Kicking Cancer 2025 and all of the inspiring GO-Teams and honorees who are making an impact this year. From community events to survivor support, we reflect on the growth, the outreach, and the heart behind every effort to stand with those facing cancer. 2025 is a year of action, awareness, and community coming together for something bigger t...

In the second half of this episode, the conversation with Jordan Hill deepens and leads into this year’s Energize and Elevate Summit. Jordan shares the vision behind this powerful summit, created to bring together an inspiring community of business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are focused on growth, alignment, and personal well-being. This year’s summit features an incredible lineup of g...

On this episode, We are joined by Jordan Hill for the first half of a powerful conversation centered on business growth, health, and balance. Jordan shares the journey behind the growth of her real estate business, Hilltop Property Group, and the impactful summits she brings together for like-minded individuals in our community. These events are designed for business owners who are building, growi...

In the second half of this episode, we dive deeper into several powerful chapters from Russ Hedge’s book, Life Happens and Then You Choose. Throughout his life, Russ has faced moments that truly tested him, yet he never wavered in his commitment to staying positive. He believes that mindset played a significant role in his healing and is a key reason he is now cancer-free. When you begin to view l...

In the first half of this episode, we check back in with Russ Hedge, a returning guest on the Kicking Cancer Cares show. We highlight his newest book, Life Happens and Then You Choose, along with his recent book signing over the weekend, and reflect on his first book, BeFuddled: The Life You Choose, which marked the beginning of his journey as an author. Through his story, Russ shares how life can...

In Part 2 of our holiday health series, Ali Virtue of Parkside Nutrition joins us again as we take a deeper look at what it means to nourish your body all year long. We move beyond navigating holiday indulgences and explore realistic goal setting, mindful food choices, healthier alternatives, and how to maintain overall balance in your daily life. Ali offers practical insight and encouragement to...

Ali Virtue of Parkside Nutrition,joins us again for a special holiday edition of the Kicking Cancer Cares Show as we talk about how to make healthier choices during the holiday season. This episode focuses on being mindful with what we eat, choosing options that support our bodies, and finding simple ways to enjoy the foods we love without overdoing it. Ali shares how small shifts can make a big d...

In this heartfelt continuation of the Kicking Cancer Cares Show, we explore how connection, music, and community support can create powerful healing moments. Recently, Cheryl Good helped organize a special event in Corvallis for three incredible individuals, Ben, John, and Mark. The community came together, shared music, lifted spirits, and showed what hope truly looks like when people unite for a...

In this inspiring episode of the Kicking Cancer Cares Show, we are joined by Cheryl Good, a valued member of our Board of Directors, to highlight the growth and impact of Kicking Cancer in our communities. Cheryl shares how Baron first connected with her through Go Team Rachel, a moment that helped shape the heart and direction of the organization. From providing encouragement and support to those...

In this second half, we take a deeper dive into the top ten adaptogens—Ashwagandha, Holy Basil, Rhodiola, Maca, Schisandra, Reishi, Cordyceps, Turkey Tail, Astragalus, and Lion’s Mane—while recognizing that there are many more powerful adaptogens beyond this list. These botanicals can be taken in a variety of forms such as capsules, raw or powdered supplements, tinctures, teas, concentrates, liqui...

In this first half of the episode, we focus on Adaptogens and Homeostasis, and how these powerful herbs support the Five Pillars of Anti-Cancer Living: Eat Well, Move More, Stress Less, Love More, and Sleep More. Stress is one of the biggest disruptors of our internal balance, affecting immune function, sleep quality, digestion, hormone regulation, cortisol levels, and the lymphatic system’s abili...

In the second half, we continue with Nate Edwards’ story as he shares how a follow-up appointment—long after his initial remission—revealed another unexpected diagnosis. Even with a prior negative result, ongoing surveillance through AFP and hCG tumor marker testing, along with advanced imaging, played a critical role in detecting cancer cells that had spread to his lymph nodes. At that point, Nat...

In this episode, Nate Edwards joins us to share his powerful journey with embryonal carcinoma, a fast-growing form of testicular cancer most common in younger men. In 2020, Nate received a life-changing diagnosis, but thanks to early detection, doctors caught the cancer before it spread, giving him the best possible chance at healing and recovery. He opens up about the symptoms he noticed, how he...

In this follow-up episode, Ashlie Morris explores the therapeutic power of psilocybin and its growing role in modern medicine. Once misunderstood, psilocybin is now recognized for its profound benefits in supporting mental health and emotional healing. Research has shown it to be effective in easing anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, and mood swings, while also offering comfort to cancer patien...

In this episode, Ashlie Morris joins us to explore the fascinating world of mushrooms and their many benefits for everyday health and wellness. With foraging season in full swing, we highlight three powerhouse varieties—Turkey Tail, Lion’s Mane, and Reishi—and discuss how each supports immunity, brain health, and longevity. Ashlie also references the groundbreaking work of mycologist Paul Stamets,...

In this second half, Teresa Dinsmore continues her powerful story, sharing the inspirational quotes and lessons that carried her through her cancer journey. During her battle, she also discovered the importance of healthy eating and how nutrition plays a vital role in healing—something she has carried with her to this day. Teresa reminds us that a diagnosis does not define you—and that when you su...

In this episode, Teresa Dinsmore shares her inspiring journey that began in August 2004 when, at 42 years old, a routine mammogram revealed Stage 1 breast cancer. After a lumpectomy and discovering additional cancer cells, she chose to fight aggressively, undergoing a mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation. By early 2006, she was declared cancer-free. Despite a family history of cancer, her genet...

In this episode, Brooke Jenkins, Wellness Coach, continues the conversation on metabolic health, diving deeper into the difference between metabolic health and metabolic syndrome — a cluster of risk factors like high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, excess abdominal fat, and low HDL cholesterol that increase the risk of heart disease and diabetes. Brooke breaks down how hidden factors such as...

In this episode, Brooke Jenkins, Wellness Coach, joins us to break down what metabolic health truly means. She dives into how it impacts your daily life, energy levels, and overall well-being — offering clear explanations and practical insights that anyone can start applying today. If you’ve ever wondered how your metabolism affects more than just your weight, this is an episode you don’t want to...

In this second part of Lyndon Zaitz’s story, we continue his incredible journey as he shares how he faced Burkitt Lymphoma and overcame it, only to later be diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. Lyndon opens up about the importance of early detection, the PSA tests every man should know about, and the signs to watch for as you age. Through it all, he’s maintained his sense of humor and gratitude, choosi...