How AI Is Changing the Breast Cancer Journey | Ellyn Winters-Robinson

As part of our January Recap Series Ellyn is being re-featured: No one should ever feel alone after a cancer diagnosis. In this powerful WeCan episode, we’re joined by Ellyn Winters-Robinson, a breast cancer survivor, author, entrepreneur, and innovator who is transforming the cancer journey through storytelling, community, and AI for good. Ellyn is the co-creator of AskEllyn, the world’s first conversational AI designed to support people navigating breast cancer with empathy, information, and compassion. She is also the author of “Flat Please Hold the Shame,” a candid and empowering companion guide for those on the breast cancer journey. Beyond her advocacy, Ellyn is the co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Ignition Communications, a boutique marketing communications firm, and a longtime mentor at The Accelerator Centre. Her inspiring story has been featured in People Magazine, The Globe and Mail, and CTV, reaching audiences around the world. In this episode, Ellyn takes us through her personal journey—from her breast cancer diagnosis to the life-changing impact of sharing her story—and explains how technology can be used with heart and purpose. Watch until the end to discover how AI can be GOOD in healthcare and patient support. 🔗 Learn more about AskEllyn: https://askellyn.ai/ 00:00 – 04:16 Meet Ellyn 04:16 – 05:49 Ellyn’s Journey 05:49 – 06:48 Sharing Her Story 06:48 – 10:20 Motivation 10:20 – 11:45 Top Qualities 11:45 – 14:10 Top Tips 14:10 – 15:15 Pride 15:15 – 16:58 The Future 16:58 – 18:10 Fundraising for the Better 18:10 – 19:02 Role Models #BreastCancerSurvivor #CancerSupport #AIforGood #WeCan #AskEllyn ________________________________________________________________________ For any questions or inquiries regarding this video, please reach out to us @Wecan.Shecan 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and tell us who your favourite role model is? 👉 Connect with us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wecan.shecan/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shecan-world/ Substack: https://shecan.substack.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MAiuylxS5AhxCSQcm8cax?si=003fe73047cd465c Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-wecan-podcast/id1790078746Your Story Matters! You Matter! Role Models Matter! Lead By Example To Support Others! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.