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Breast Cancer Is Boring
by Joselyn & Lauren
Welcome to Breast Cancer Is Boring, a podcast about two women experiencing breast cancer. Each episode, hosts Joselyn and Lauren break down the highs and horrors of living with a breast cancer diagnosis. Unlike our boobs, the talk is 100% all natural realness. Whether you have cancer or someone you know has cancer or you’re just cancer curious, we’re glad you’re here. Because breast cancer is boring, but we (and you) are interesting.
Episodes
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Salacious Escapes From Earthly Men
In other words, romance novels. Categorized. Hand selected. This is your holiday present. Books discussed in this episode: High Fantasy Circe by Madeline Miller Piranesi by Susanna Clarke Kaikeyi by Vaishnavi Patel The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin Fantasy Romance Empire of Sand by Tasha Suri…
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My Period And Project 2025
This one’s about my period coming back and Project 2025. Sources referenced in this episode: vote.gov votesaveamerica.org Hormone therapy for breast cancer (American Cancer Society) Dr. Jen Gunter on hormone therapy APA policy on gender-affirming care (American Psychological Association) WPATH…
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Side B: The Worst Skincare Mistake Is War Crimes
You ready for some more skincare talk? Well I am, and despite the absolute hellmarch that is the current affairs section of the news cycle, my skin shall remain gently exfoliated and well moisturized. Just remember to reapply your sunscreen after sobbing uncontrollably, girlies! Yay! Check out…
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The Skincare Routine Is EXTRA
Joselyn and Lauren talk about skincare; everything they use, everything they love and before you ask, yes, there’s a spreadsheet for that. Check out our website Or go straight to the Etsy shop
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Side B: Saving For Retirement Or Certain Demise
Long story short, do you have enough money saved to live out your last days aboard a Viking River Cruise? If not, this may be the episode for you. Get a heavily discounted budget spreadsheet from my Etsy shop here My fave finance people: Tori Dunlap Vivian Tu Rose Han Nischa Remit Sethi
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Too Sick To Be Rich
Today we are talking about money, about the cost of being sick with a cancer or other chronic illness, how it affects your entire life and your potential to make and save money. Join us as we laugh through the devastation, which we have to do to keep from crumbling under the crushing weight of it...
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The Resolution Is A Vibe
We’re back! and better than *ever. *Breast Cancer Is Boring is not liable for this claim as this episode contains fairly average conversation about New Years Resolutions that, let’s face it, don’t stand a chance of being fulfilled but you may actually enjoy listening so GET TO IT!
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And Eat It Too
Dr. Amy Morris joins us to discuss whether you can have cake and still limit your chances of a cancer recurrence…too. She’s got the evidence-based answers, and they’re not as bad as you think. Follow @dramymorris on socials Follow us @breastcancerisboring
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Side B: The Quantum Mechanics Of Packing Carry-On Only
We’re all for cancer research, but could we please focus more attention on developing a Dr. Who fourth dimensional phone booth situation into a carry-on suitcase?
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The Pink Is Nigh
Here we go a-fucking-gain, another Pinktober on the horizon. You could scream into the void, or you can listen to our Dos and Don’ts list. Or both. Go wild.
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The Return Of Clark
If you thought breast cancer was boring, wait ’til you hear about sarcoma. Join special guest and honorary co-host Brandi Thompson as we explore some of the fun ways in which our bodies are out here trying to un-alive us. Yay!
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Side B: Is OnlyFans The Answer To Normalizing Our Boobs?
Reconstructed titties have been kept in the dark (or in very, very bad lighting) for too long! It’s time to free the (no)nipples! Who’s with us?
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Because Of Your History…
If you’ve ever been diagnosed with breast cancer (or any other kind of cancer), you are very familiar with the above phrase. In this episode, join Lauren and Joselyn as they talk through the lasting impact of a cancer diagnosis, from the soul crushing certainty of metastasis to the manic energy…
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Eat Trash, Hail Satan?
Oooh it’s that time of the pod year again! A time where we let The Lord loose and lose a view listeners (probs). It’s the god, God and gods episode. Enjoy. The League of Women Voters (but, like, everyone can join) The Seven Tenets (but, like, don’t click if you believe in an actual Satan because...
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B Side: Antoni Gaudi, Dr. Seuss and George Lucas Walk Into A Sagrada Familia
In this long awaited B Side, Rebecca Handler (award winning author of Edie Richter Is Not Alone, podcast alum and general Person of Note) and Joselyn discuss the merits and myriad flaws of big ass churches erected in the name of that one guy who famously told everyone to sell all their shit. Buy...
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The Boobs Are Alright
Special guest Rebecca Handler, award winning author of Edie Richter Is Not Alone (novel), One Woman Party (blog) and one hell of a cool woman, is here to talk breast implants, update us on Cancer Jane and tease her next novel. There’s laughter, singing and porn metaphors! What’s not to love!?...
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B Side: Travel Advice From A Woman Who Went Somewhere Once
Joselyn went to France that one time, so here she is to dole out indispensable advice on how to France.
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B Side: Gen Z Is Coming For Your Workout Wear
First they came for your skinny jeans, now they’re here to pry those Lulu leggings right out from under your errand-running ass. It’s workout wear, Gen Z style.
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Someone Needs A Vacation
In our first ever LIVE-ish show, someone needs a vacation and it’s not not Lauren. Vacation Planning Spreadsheet
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B Side: Here’s To All The Women Who Are All The Things
Ginny and Joselyn discuss the finer points of sexual dominance, the structures surrounding the human vagina, and why so many people don’t know what (or where) they are. #findom
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The Future Is Flat
You are not prepared for the genius, the hilarity, the sheer enjoyment that is Ginny (@shudlucky), our very special guest on this week’s episode. We’re talking social media, working out (or not), why the only mastectomy titties you can find online are white and so, so much more. Follow Ginny on…
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B Side: And The Mushrooms Shall Inherit The Earth
One day we will all race through space-time a la Star Trek Discovery, or the mushrooms will end us all. Either way, these magic mushrooms are cool as shit. Understanding Star Trek Discovery’s mycelial network Paul Stamets’ TED Talk on why mushrooms are so damn cool (also watch Fantastic Fungi on...
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Better Living Through Chemicals
One pill to make you larger, one pill to make you small, one pill to stave off a cancer recurrence that would prevent you from going to Paris, and one pill to help with the anxiety you feel about having to take a pill to stave off a cancer recurrence that would prevent you from going to Paris....
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B Side: I’ve Got A Spreadsheet For That (International Trip Planner)
Joselyn is going to Paris and she’s got a spreadsheet for that; now you can too. Click the link below for an International Trip Planner spreadsheet and follow along to this episode for tips on how to use it. International Trip Planner!
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Bury Me At Sea
No way around it, this one’s about death. If you’re not here for it, no prob. If you are, it’s going to be fun, sad, difficult and encouraging. No one should have to talk about death alone, so join us. Some general info on living wills and MPOAs. Info on donating your body to science. Human...
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B Side: All Hail Lauren With The Green Thumb
In this B Side, Joselyn and Lauren try a thought experiment where they fantasize about what they would do, what they would wear, how they would live if they were the person they long to be. And then try to rectify why they aren’t that person. What fun!
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Did You Miss Us?
Well, did you? Because we missed you. Join us as we kick off this season with an update on what we’ve been doing the past few months, our hopes and dreams for the rest of the year and a sneak peak at what’s coming for BCIB S4.
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B Sides: A New Segment We’re Calling “Pep Talks”
Lauren and Joselyn try to talk you into (and out of) doing things in this new segment, Pep Talks. First up: exercising.
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Villain Origin Story
Lauren and Joselyn discuss the flawed research studies and empty cancer cure promises that seem to flood our internet feeds, and how these false claims can turn good girls bad. Do you know how to spot shoddy research studies? You will after listening to this. What is your villain origin story?...
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Yes We Scan!
From our breasts to our bones, there’s a whole lotta scans to be done for those of us with a history of cancer. But how do you know which scans you need? This episode breaks down the current guidelines, as well as some questionable coping strategies to help manage scanxiety. Thoughts? Comments?...
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B Sides: Esteemed Members Of The “No Spoilers” Text Group Discuss The Bachelorette(s)
Joselyn is joined by Angela (of They Can’t All Be Betty fame) and Jess (improv theatre and writers’ group legend) to discuss the show they all hate to love to hate: The Bachelorette. Not watching? Good for you. Also, it literally will not matter as they break down the stars, the contestants, the...
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Books, Boobs, Battlescargalactica
We discuss the books we’re reading, the state of our boobs (and what a state they are), and the many scars that are left behind to remind you “remember that time you had cancer – hahaha!” Hilarious. Follow us on Instagram?
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B Sides: The Eternal Shame of Netflix Remakes
If you have never seen the 1940 Alfred Hitchcock masterpiece Rebecca starring Judith Anderson, et al., then you are in for an education, an entertainment, and a thorough scolding of remakes that misunderstand the assignment. Let’s get mad about movies!! Receipts: Take time out of your busy…
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Not Doing Great!
Not great, thanks for asking! Things are colossally shitty right now and we’re going to talk about it, and by “it” we mean abortion, religion, politics, not showering and our hair falling out. You know, just your basic female hysteria. Receipts: Some facts on abortion from actual doctors and…
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B Sides: Lauren and Joselyn Do Car Talk
Have you tried to buy a new car lately? It’s bonkers. There are no new cars, used cars are way more expensive than they should be, and salespeople are children. Let’s talk about it.
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oh my gods
It’s the annual god episode everybody, so sit back, relax and prepare to be either offended or elated. Either way, let us know what you think! Follow us on IG: @breastcancerisboring
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Nurse, Heal Thyself
When a nurse gets cancer, it’s a whole other thing and no one knows that better than Theresa Brown; she’s a nurse, a best-selling author and a person living with a breast cancer diagnosis. She’s also our special guest on this episode! Theresa Brown’s website: https://www.theresabrownrn.com/…
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B Sides: Joselyn & Angela Have Too Many Thoughts About Bachelor Nation
Ah, good ol’ Bach Nation; so popular and yet so problematic. Joselyn and Angela try to parse out why they can’t stop watching this bastion of misogyny couched as “traditional values” and explore whether it has the potential to change.
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Good With Money
Are you good with money? Great; us neither. And that’s okay because David and John from The Queer Money Podcast are our special guests on this episode and they’re talking everything from getting out of debt, to planning for retirement, to making sure your skin still looks good when you get there....
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B Sides: Don’t Keep Reading Books You’re Not Into
Have you ever started reading a book, realized 30% of the way through that you’re not into it, but then kept reading until you were 60% of the way through only to discover that, unsurprisingly, you’re still not into it? This is just about that. The book: A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas
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All By Myself
It’s the Joselyn solo episode that no one was asking for! Just fiftyish minutes of what I’m reading, watching, doing, working, buying and feeling. Enjoy. Links you might like: CDC covid guidelines by county: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/covid-by-county.html Just three…
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B Sides: Joselyn and Suzy Talk Nerdy To Each Other
We’ve got the nerdiest books, the nerdiest shows, the nerdiest banter of any breast cancer podcast out there.
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Big Creative Energy
Suzy Biddiscombe (@feelingcreatively) is our special guest star on this episode where we talk creativity, pandemic mommyhood, illustrating a bunny with cancer and lazers with a capital Z. Follow Suzy on IG: @feelingcreatively Check out her Etsy shop:...
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B Sides: The Patriarchal Tyranny of Filing Your Taxes
Nobody likes doing them, but when Joselyn and Lauren file their taxes there’s a little extra irritation that’s always waiting for them: Misogyny. Also, TurboTax (Intuit) is a garbage company and the reason taxes aren’t free and easy:...
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Her Original Titties
We’re discussing how we’ve changed since getting cancer; physically, mentally, emotionally and hormonally. Considering how far we’ve come, would we give it all up just to avoid having had cancer in the first place? Absofuckinglutely.
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B Sides: Joselyn Shows Lauren How To Wordle
Joselyn and Lauren solve the Wordle of the day together because sometimes a five-letter word puzzle is the only thing that gets you out of bed in the morning. Think you can solve it before we do? You’re on!
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Emotional Cardboard Box
Joselyn is mad all the time and Lauren feels like a cardboard box. Let’s discuss!
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B Sides: We Read Much Adult Books
Lauren is resolved to read four adult books this year, so Joselyn describes the books she read in the second half of 2021 to see if anything sounds worthy. Books discussed: The Jasmine Throne by Tasha Suri Edie Richter Is Not Alone by Rebecca Handler Authority by Jeff VanderMeer Acceptance by…
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Aaaaand We’re Back!
It’s Season 3 bay-bee, and in this episode we’re looking back at our 2021 projections and setting new ones for 2022 (mostly nail stickers and Call of Duty because it’s been a year and we’re exhausted from the lack of estrogen). Are you glad we’re back? Comment on our Instagram: @breastcancerisboring
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Schrodinger’s Lump
It’s the season finale, so join us as we discuss that thing you found on the side of your throat that never used to be there or that new pain you have in your hip; wherever and whatever it is, math says it’s both cancer and not cancer at the same time.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Breast Cancer Is Boring, a podcast about two women experiencing breast cancer. Each episode, hosts Joselyn and Lauren break down the highs and horrors of living with a breast cancer diagnosis. Unlike our boobs, the talk is 100% all natural realness. Whether you have cancer or someone you know has cancer or you’re just cancer curious, we’re glad you’re here. Because breast cancer is boring, but we (and you) are interesting.
HOSTED BY
Joselyn & Lauren
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Welcome to Breast Cancer Is Boring, a podcast about two women experiencing breast cancer. Each episode, hosts Joselyn and Lauren break down the highs and horrors of living with a breast cancer diagnosis. Unlike our boobs, the talk is 100% all natural realness. Whether you have cancer or someone you...
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