Real Pink

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.

In this episode, Titus O'Neil shares the story of supporting his grandmother through her journey with breast cancer, and how friends and family can provide encouragement to their loved ones. Titus is a WWE superstar, influencer, entertainer, and dad to two amazing sons. Special Guest: Titus O'Neil.

In this episode, Kikkan Randall, the United States' first Olympic gold medalist in cross-country skiing, joins the podcast to share her personal journey with breast cancer. Kikkan has competed in 5 Olympics and finished the last Olympics with the gold medal in the team sprint. Kikkan also leads the nonprofit Fast and Female working to keep girls in sports. She also works with the Olympic committee...

In this episode, Dr. Robina Smith, the Medical Director and Principal Investigator at WCCT Global Oncology, joins the podcast to help us learn how to better understand our family health history, which helps us better understand our health risks. Dr. Smith is a fellowship-trained breast cancer surgeon and a leading expert in the field of breast oncology specializing in hereditary cancer and genetic...

In this episode, Shaun Robinson, an Emmy award-winning journalist, author, philanthropist, and more, joins the podcast to discuss prioritizing health and helping yourself and others during treatment. Special Guest: Shaun Robinson.

Today’s guest describes herself as an enthusiastic optimist. Being first diagnosed with breast cancer just weeks after learning she was pregnant, Heidi Floyd was in a unique position of knowing what was ahead since she had lost her own mother to breast cancer at a young age. Today, Heidi uses her experiences to share and help others. Heidi is a speaker, author, and advocate for those affected by b...

To help us learn more about the risk factors for breast cancer, Dr. Dennis Holmes joins the Real Pink podcast. Dr. Holmes is the Associate Professor of Surgery at the John Wayne Cancer Institute in Santa Monica, California. As a world-renowned breast surgeon and longtime supporter of Susan G. Komen, Dr. Holmes has dedicated his career to breast cancer treatment and breast cancer research. Dr. Holm...

Having survived a life-altering diagnosis of breast cancer at the age of only 16 years old, Nikia Hammonds-Blakely, recently discovered pre-cancerous cells during a mammogram and biopsy. Nikia decided to prevent the likely reoccurrence of breast cancer by undergoing a bilateral mastectomy. Through all the challenges, Nikia has flourished, and is now an author, singer, songwriter and motivational s...

Talking openly with your doctor is one of the best ways to feel good about your breast cancer treatment decisions. But, sometimes, talking with a doctor can be overwhelming, confusing and create more questions than answers. Samantha Harris joins the show today to help us learn how to ask the right questions, ensure that we have the right support, and help us develop a really good relationship with...

From Susan G. Komen, the world's largest breast cancer organization, this is Real Pink, a podcast sharing the stories, struggles, and triumphs with breast cancer that connect us all. Over the past few months we've been chatting with some amazing people who’ve been affected by breast cancer and we can't wait for you to hear the show. You can subscribe now and visit https://realpink.komen.org/ to le...