The Bladder Cancer Canada Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, John G. shares his experience with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, from early symptoms he first noticed during the COVID-19 pandemic to the discovery of two bladder tumors years later. John reflects on the challenges of navigating his diagnosis, undergoing multiple cystoscopies and TURBT procedures, and adapting to life under ongoing surveillance.  John also o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, BCAM Ambassador Ron C. shares his experience navigating a bladder cancer diagnosis after a large micropapillary tumor was found in his bladder. He describes how he first spotted blood in his urine during a camping trip with his wife, leading him to get checked out at a nearby emergency clinic. Ron shares his experience undergoing treatment for bladder cancer and h...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, our Ron shares his story about receiving a life-changing bladder cancer diagnosis. He recounts the tests that led to discovering suspicious tumors, his decision to seek a second opinion, and ultimately choosing bladder removal with a urostomy. He opens up about undergoing BCG treatment during COVID, navigating both non-muscle and muscle-invasive bladder cancer, an...

Send us Fan Mail  In this uplifting episode, Rob sits down with host Summer Stewart to share his bladder cancer journey—beginning with an early diagnosis made possible by what he calls his “bonus artery.” He reflects on the process of choosing a neobladder, undergoing surgery ten years ago, and how he's been thriving ever since. Rob talks about living a full, active life, traveling with his f...

Send us Fan Mail When Tim saw blood in his urine after a hockey injury, cancer was the last thing on his mind. Fit, active, and just shy of his 50th birthday, he thought it was just a bruise. But a shocking diagnosis of high-grade urothelial carcinoma turned his world upside down. In this powerful episode, Tim shares his deeply personal journey—from initial disbelief to aggressive treatment, life-...

Send us Fan Mail Susan’s bladder cancer journey began in 2012. Little did she know at the time that her journey would span over 10 years, 45 rounds of BCG, 39 Cystoscopies, 8 surgeries, 4 rounds of intravesical chemotherapy, a radical cystectomy, a nephrectomy and a hysterectomy.  In this episode, Susan reflects on how she navigated her various treatments, any side effects experienced, and how she...

Send us Fan Mail At just 36 years old, Ryan London was diagnosed with bladder cancer—an experience that turned his world upside down. Now, two years later, he reflects on his journey of resilience, strength, and the unwavering support from his family, medical team, and Bladder Cancer Canada.  In this episode, Ryan shares how he navigated his diagnosis with the help of a strong community and the in...

Send us Fan Mail Join Bladder Cancer Canada Podcast host Summer Stewart, as she sits down with Stewart Press, a remarkable individual whose story of overcoming bladder cancer will inspire and uplift.  Stewart, shares his powerful journey of resilience, demonstrating how a positive mindset and a focus on holistic well-being can transform one's battle against this formidable disease. Read more...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready to be inspired as we welcome back the incredible Krysta Brkich on our latest episode of The Bladder Cancer Canada podcast, this time joined by our wonderful host Summer Stewart!  In this captivating installment, Summer sits down with Krysta to explore even deeper into her remarkable journey, filled with resilience, courage, and triumph over bladder cancer. From navigatin...

Send us Fan Mail To celebrate Father's Day, we talk with Jack Moon about the humble beginnings of BCC, its phenomenal growth over the past 12 years, and about Jack’s dream for the future. 

Send us Fan Mail Bladder cancer doesn’t discriminate when it comes to age . In this episode, we speak with non-muscle invasive bladder cancer patient Julie about her 28 years of dealing with recurring bladder cancer tumours after being diagnosed at age 22. Julie talks candidly about dealing with bladder cancer tumours during both her pregnancies and the treatment she received to save the lives of...

Send us Fan Mail BCG is a long name that many of us only guess at the pronunciation (Bacillus Calmette-Guerin).  But most people aren’t aware it has been part of Canadian medical history for decades, and how a Canadian was involved in its use as a cancer treatment.    In this podcast, hosted by Collin Whitehouse, the unique and exciting history of BCG is explained by Dr. Alexander Zlotta. Dr. Zlot...

Send us Fan Mail BCG is a long name that many of us only guess at the pronunciation (Bacillus Calmette-Guerin).  But most people aren’t aware it has been part of Canadian medical history for decades, and how a Canadian was involved in its use as a cancer treatment.    In this podcast, hosted by Collin Whitehouse, the unique and exciting history of BCG is explained by Dr. Alexander Zlotta. Dr. Zlot...

Send us Fan Mail The average bladder cancer patient is an older male who has smoked, worked with certain chemicals or has a family history of bladder cancer. Does that mean you can’t have bladder cancer? That’s what Krysta thought. She’s a 37-year-old woman who has never smoked or worked in an industry associated with the risk of bladder cancer, and has no family history of bladder cancer. So, whe...

Send us Fan Mail That’s one topic discussed by Bladder Cancer Canada’s Tawny Barratt and cancer survivor Angela in this podcast.  In the podcast, Angela tells Tawny she was born with spina bifida. “My spine was on the other side of my back in a sack the size of an orange. I needed surgery to fix that and there was a lot of nerve damage.”  Among other things, her brain wasn’t communicating with her...

Send us Fan Mail Join us for this very special podcast on Mother’s Day as we talk to mom Lisa about her experience being a caregiver to her two sons, Matteo and Nicco, while they both battled cancers at very young ages. In this unbelievable story, Lisa talks candidly about her experience when Matteo, who is turning 14 years old next month, was diagnosed with bladder cancer when he was only 16 mont...

Send us Fan Mail Listen to Jane Brown on Zoomer's new show, The Morning Zoom with Sam and Jane as she talks about David Guttman and how he began Bladder Cancer Canada after being diagnosed with bladder cancer 25 years ago. She talks about her involvement with recording our first podcast, during Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, and helping to tell David's story. Jane lost her mother, Sandy...

Send us Fan Mail Zoomer Radio's Jane Brown and David Guttman, co-founder of Bladder Cancer Canada, recalls how scared and alone David felt when  he got his bladder cancer diagnosis 25 years ago.  Back then, awareness about bladder cancer was very low. Patients and their loved ones faced a long and lonesome road through a difficult treatment process. Often, their only support system was the me...