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Tabooty
by Fight Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer patients are often faced with circumstances related to their disease that aren't often or openly discussed. In Taboo-ty : The Fight Colorectal Cancer Podcast we delve into those topics that are sometimes considered controversial, trending or just plain interesting. Listen in as we talk to experts, patients and caregivers who provide accurate, real and practical information for cancer survivors -- it’s time for us to bring these topics to light! Listen in from anywhere - from your car to the chemo chair. To suggest a podcast topic, email [email protected]
Episodes
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End of Life with Kentisha Mazeke
Join Melissa as she sits down with Kentisha Mazeke to discuss her mother's diagnosis and the important topic that nobody wants to talk about - end of life. Kentisha shares some of the ways her mother continued to take care of her, even beyond her final days.
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Financial Toxicity with Paula Chambers-Raney
In this episode of Taboo-ty, we sit down with one of our 2018-2019 Ambassadors, Paula Chambers-Raney, to talk about the financial toxicity that can come with a cancer diagnosis. Not only was Paula facing a life-changing diagnosis, but she was facing the financial burden placed upon her due to a...
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Patient Advocacy in Research with Tim McDonald
In this month's episode of Fight CRC's Tabooty Podcast, we sit down with Tim McDonald to hear his story and how he became involved in advocacy work. Tim aspires to share his story as much as possible, to create ripples in the colorectal cancer community, that could potentially help change how we...
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The Importance of Fitness with Jelena Tompkins
To continue our Ambassador Series, this month Jelena Tompkins joins us to discuss how she was able to maintain her fitness during treatment and how it's different now.
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Screening and Awareness with Yla Flores
Tune in as Melissa sits down with 2022 Ambassador, Yla Flores, in the next episode of our Ambassador Story Series. The decision in 2019 to get screened—for everything that was due at her age—lead to a colorectal diagnosis for Yla. She encourages everyone 45 and older to get screened—even if you...
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Sexual Health During Treatment with Spencer Dayton
In this episode, we sit down with Fight CRC Ambassador Spencer Dayton. Diagnosed at age 22, he is already wise in the area of his sexual health and how to maintain intimacy with his partner when things don't go as expected.
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What Your Stool Says About Your Gut Health with Beth Kornegay
Melissa speaks with Beth Kornegay to get the scoop on – you guessed it – poop. Everyone poops, right? Well, Beth is our resident, “poop expert.” Not only does Beth know all about her own poop, she also knows what her coworkers' poop looks like. For Beth, and a lot of relentless champions of hope,...
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Side Effects and Nutrition with JJ Singleton
In this next installment of the Ambassador Story Sharing Series on Fight CRC's Taboo-ty Podcast, Mike sits down with Fight CRC Ambassador JJ Singleton as he shares his story and includes helpful information from the survivor perspective on certain side-effects you may encounter during treatment…
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Genetics and Family History with Joe Bullock
In this next installment of the Ambassador Story Sharing Series on Fight CRC's Taboo-ty Podcast, Mike sits down with Joe Bullock- an advocate, climber, survivor, father, wolfpack leader, and all around relentless champion of hope for all affected by colorectal cancer. Joe shares his story and...
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Mental Health with Kimberly Holiday-Coleman
This month on the Tabooty Podcast, we continue our Ambassador Podcast Series with Episode 2: Kimberly Holiday-Coleman. Kimberly walks us through the true meaning of resilience and describes how powerful your perspective can be in the fight against CRC. The sincerity and elegance of her words make...
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Colorectal Cancer Surgery with Dr. Carmen Fong
We sit down with Fight CRC ambassador Dr. Carmen Fong to more about her story and learn about surgery options for colorectal cancer patients.
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Talking To Kids About Cancer with Dr. Jaime Bruce
On this episode of Taboo-ty, Mike is joined by Dr. Jaime Bruce of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt to discuss one of the most common questions after receiving a cancer diagnosis - How do I tell my kids? Through insights, stories, and sharing resources, Jaime will help you...
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Man up to Cancer with Trevor Maxwell
On this episode of Tabooty, Mike meets with Trevor Maxwell, founder of Man Up to Cancer to answer the question: What does it really mean to survive cancer like a man? It doesn't mean going to war, it means finding brotherhood, compassion, and strength amongst other men willing to make the...
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Medical Marijuana with Paul Rawate
In this special 4/20 episode of the Tabooty Podcast, advisor to Fight CRC Andi Dwyer discusses medical cannabis, survivorship, and more with Stage IV survivor Paul Rawate"[Medical marijuana] has given me the opportunity to live a normal life. Don't be afraid to go out and find ways to help…
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Self-Care with Sheila Hammer
On this episode of the Ta-booty podcast, Mike is joined by Shiela Hammer, assistant clinical professor of social work at Northern Arizona University, to help you keep the best New Year's resolution you can make- a commitment to caring for yourself! Sheila and Mike explore self care from both...
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COVID Special: Flu Season, Coronavirus, and Cancer Care
We sit down for a Q&A with Dr. Scott Kopetz, from MD Anderson Medical Center, about The upcoming flu season, the coronaviris pandemic, and cancer care.
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COVID Special: Telehealth
We sit down for a Q&A with Dr. Al Benson, an Oncologist and Professor of Medicine at Northwestern University, on the most relevant details colorectal cancer patients need to know about engaging in virtual care.
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Sexual Health with Dr. Sharon Bober
Sexual health is an important topic for many cancer patients and survivors, and unfortunately, it can often be overlooked by providers.In this podcast, Dr. Sharon Bober, Founding Director of the Sexual Health Program at the Dana-Farber, discusses how to navigate a variety of sexual health issues...
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COVID Special: Fighting Cancer During a Pandemic
Listen in to this Tabooty Podcast episode as Ed, stage IV survivor and Fight CRC Ambassador, discusses his experience in quarantine due to the novel coronavirus.
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Colorectal Cancer Under 50 with Michael
In this episode of Tabooty, we talk with Michael who explains his surprise in receiving a colorectal cancer diagnosis under age 50. He then shares his journey of living with an ostomy, followed by the challenges he is navigating post-reversal. "I was really happy to have the reversal....Once you...
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COVID Special: What about surgery?
If you’re concerned about how COVID-19 will affect any surgical procedures you may have scheduled (or will be scheduling in the near future) as it relates to colon or rectal cancer, Dr. Ryan Fields, MD Professor of Surgery, Chief of the Section of Surgical Oncology, Division of General Surgery,...
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COVID Special: Should I continue my treatment regimen?
Dr. Al Benson, a GI Medical Oncologist at Northwestern University, a Fight CRC Medical Advisory Board Member, and chair of the NCCN CRC panel breaks down these guidelines and what patients should do during the coronavirus pandemic if they are on chemotherapy, immunotherapy, or other treatments.
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The Disaster of a Diagnosis and the Language of Cancer with Jamie Aten
In this podcast, Jamie Aten, stage IV CRC survivor and clinical psychologist, talks about the power of community while facing a cancer diagnosis. He explores the current language of cancer and explains how those touched by cancer can create their own way of identifying with their disease.
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StoreMyTumor and Cell Storage with Michel Sadaka
In this month’s podcast, we talk about tumor and cell storage. Michel Sadaka, founder of StoreMyTumor, discusses how this process, which is not currently a standard of care, could help patients link up to personalized medicine and immunotherapy, either now, or in the future.
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Chemo Induced Peripheral Neuropathy with Dr. Dana Cardinas
Neuropathy is a common side effect for colorectal cancer patients. In this Taboo-ty episode, Dr. Dana Cardinas talks about Chemo Induced Peripheral Neuropathy and her experience as a stage IIIC colon cancer survivor.
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Biomarkers with Dr. Rona Yaeger
In this Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Dr. Rona Yaeger from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center discusses biomarkers and how they affect colon cancer and rectal cancer patients. She talks about some common biomarkers, but focuses on 'circulating free DNA' and the future of personalized medicine.To...
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Cancer and Trauma with Schuyler Cunningham
In this month’s podcast, Schuyler Cunningham, MSW, LICSW, LCSW-C, BCD, talks all about the psychology of trauma and how trauma can affect cancer patients and survivors.Additional...
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Homelessness and CRC Screening with Liz Brockland
In this month’s podcast, Liz Brockland discusses her work in Chicago with North Side Housing and Supportive Services. Among other things, Liz, a community health nurse, helps previously homeless individuals access colorectal cancer screening.
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Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS) with Survivor Jon
Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a group of symptoms, such as fecal incontinence or urgency, frequent or fragmented bowel movements, difficulty emptying your bowels, and increased gas, following low anterior resection of the rectum.In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast, CRC survivor, Jon…
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Screening Advocacy with Alejandro
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast, listen in as Fight CRC Ambassador, Alejandro, shares his story. He advocated for tests to find out what was going on with his body, stating “I might be overdoing this, but I don’t want to be a statistic.” Alejandro’s story may sound familiar to others diagnosed...
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Art Therapy with Jean McCaw
Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy which uses the aid of various art modalities (like painting or drawing), to encourage a patient to express themselves. In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast, Jean McCaw, MA, ART-BC, talks about art therapy and its benefits for cancer patients and their families.
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Medical Cannabis with Dr. Ashley Glode
Curious about medical cannabis? Dr. Ashley Glode from the University of Colorado explains some basics about medical marijuana in this episode of Taboo-ty.
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Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP) with Survivor Jon
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, we interview Jon, a CRC survivor living with Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP). Listen in as Jon shares his story about his FAP diagnosis, his thoughts on FAP and his family, and the importance of finding community and support.
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Preimplantation Genetic Testing with Serena Talcott Baughman
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, we interview Serena Talcott Baughman, MS, CGC, Genetic Counselor. The discussion is about preimplantation genetic testing, also called PGT, which can be used to identify embryos at risk of having a specific genetic or chromosomal condition (for example,...
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Oncology Nurse Becomes Patient with Lindsay
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, we interview Lindsay. She’s an oncology nurse recently diagnosed with colorectal cancer-she writes a blog sharing her experiences on both sides of the port. In this chat, Lindsay talks about her hesitation to seek medical care for her symptoms, her APR...
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Colorectal Cancer at 31 with Violet Kuchar
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, we share the audio of a webinar presented by Violet Kuchar, stage IV survivor, which was hosted by the Colorado Colorectal Cancer Screening Program and Fight CRC in the summer of 2018. Violet sheds light on early age onset colorectal cancer. She was...
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Alcohol, Probiotics, and Food Safety with Chelsey Schneider
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Fight CRC interviews Chelsey Schneider, CSO, from SavorHealth. We hit a variety of food-related hot topics: alcohol, probiotics, and food safety. Listen in to learn about how these affect colorectal cancer.
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Colorectal Cancer and Pregnancy with Riley Castro
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Fight CRC interviews Fight CRC Advocate, Riley, who was diagnosed during pregnancy.
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Colorectal Cancer among African American Men with David Jackson
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Fight CRC’s Michell Baker interviews David Jackson, DG OG One, about his cancer diagnosis. He discusses the importance of raising awareness and opening discussions about this disease, especially among African American men. He speaks candidly about his...
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Yoga Therapy with Jean DiCarlo-Wagner
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Fight CRC interviews Jean DiCarlo-Wagner, a stage IIIc colorectal cancer survivor and yoga therapist. Jean explains how yoga therapy helped her after her diagnosis and through survivorship and how it may benefit other cancer survivors. Since 2005, she has...
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Ostomy Care with Joanna Burgess
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Fight CRC interviews Joanna Burgess BSN, RN, CWOCN, about life with an ostomy. Joanna answers some common questions people have about ostomy, including skin preparation, emergency supplies, tips for travel and staying active, and more. Joanna, who has…
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Managing Survivor's Guilt with Jana Bolduan Lomax
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Fight CRC interviews Jana Bolduan Lomax, PsyD, Founder of Shift Healing, about survivor’s guilt. Simply put -survivor’s guilt the guilt a person feels when they have gone through a traumatic experience and survived, and others have not.
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Holiday Challenges with Sheila Hammer
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Sheila Hammer, LCSW, addresses the holiday blues and how they could affect you. As we ease into the holiday season, stress goes up, social engagements multiply, diets change, and money gets spent. Listen in to hear how to manage some of the challenges…
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Uncovering Intimacy with Chelsea Holland
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Chelsea Holland, sex therapist at the Intimacy Institute talks about the mental blocks many colorectal cancer patients and survivors face when it comes to sexuality and intimacy. She shares plenty of useful tips on how to navigate this sensitive issue.
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Mindfulness with Andrea Lee
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, complex GI nurse, Andrea Lee, talks about the benefits mindfulness practices can have on colorectal cancer patients and their loved ones. She shares some recent research on the subject, explains tips to get started, and inspiresusall to give it a try.…
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Caregiving and Relationship Changes with Kristina Smith
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Kristina Smith reflects on her experience as a caregiver – the ups and the down. Being a loved one of someone with colorectal cancer means there is a shift to a new normal, which is not an easy adjustment. Kristina shares her perspective and gives advice…
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Genetics Guilt with Dr. Kristin Kilbourn
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Dr. Kristin Kilbourn from the University of Colorado and Fight CRC’s Andi Dwyer discuss some unique challenges that could be associated with having a genetic predisposition to colorectal cancer.
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Physical Therapy and Rectal Discomfort with Alaina Newell
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Alaina Newell, physical therapist in Denver, CO talks all about physical therapy and how it can help a wide array of side effects from pelvic radiation.
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The Importance of Support with Sheila Hammer
In this month’s Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Sheila Hammer, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at the Cancer Support Community, talks about her journey working with those touched by cancer. She explains the ins and outs of psychosocial health and the importance of reaching out for support. This…
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Staying Active Through Treatment with Caroline Lee
In this Taboo-ty Podcast episode, Caroline Lee, a stage IV colon cancer survivor, talks about her cancer experience – from diagnosis through treatment – and how staying physically active helped her maintain a sense of normalcy during this very difficult time. Some of her top pieces of advice...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Colorectal cancer patients are often faced with circumstances related to their disease that aren't often or openly discussed. In Taboo-ty : The Fight Colorectal Cancer Podcast we delve into those topics that are sometimes considered controversial, trending or just plain interesting. Listen in as we talk to experts, patients and caregivers who provide accurate, real and practical information for cancer survivors -- it’s time for us to bring these topics to light! Listen in from anywhere - from your car to the chemo chair. To suggest a podcast topic, email [email protected]
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Fight Colorectal Cancer
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Colorectal cancer patients are often faced with circumstances related to their disease that aren't often or openly discussed. In Taboo-ty : The Fight Colorectal Cancer Podcast we delve into those topics that are sometimes considered controversial, trending or just plain interesting. Listen in as we...
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