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Talking Cancer
by Macmillan Cancer Support
In the latest series, Radio DJ Angie Greaves meets people living with and affected by cancer for honest conversations over a cuppa. Expect real experiences from people who understand what you’re going through, plus useful advice and information from Macmillan professionals.
Episodes
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Bonus episode: Macmillan Cancer Support presents Cancer Unfiltered hosted by Lauren Mahon
Macmillan Cancer Support presents a bumper podcast episode following a first-of-its-kind panel discussion hosted by presenter, broadcast and campaigner Lauren Mahon. A candid conversation led by real people with fascinating, unique experiences of cancer, who are ready to share their stories....
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Series 3, Episode 6: Cancer as a young person
In the final episode of the series, Angie chats with Nick who was diagnosed with bowel cancer during the pandemic. Nick describes his experience of being diagnosed as a young person living in London, and getting to grips with his stoma bag which he now calls ‘Zippy’. Angie also chats with...
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Series 3, Episode 5: Cancer as a single parent
Angie has a cuppa with Dee, who talks about her breast cancer diagnosis while she was juggling life as a single mum. Dee explains the emotional impact that her diagnosis had on her young son. Later in the episode, Angie speaks to Macmillan professional Azmina Rose, who offers some guidance and...
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Series 3, Episode 4: Grief and picking up the pieces
*This episode contains content which may be upsetting for some listeners* Angie meets with Chris, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer twice between 2007 and 2017. In this episode, Chris tells Angie about his initial diagnosis, during which time his dad, John, was a huge source of support to...
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Series 3, Episode 3: Cancer as a taboo
Angie catches up with Iyna, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. Iyna explains that, in her community, cancer is often not spoken about and she found herself on the receiving end of hurtful comments from some individuals. Angie also speaks to Boots Macmillan Information Pharmacist, Bina...
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Series 3, Episode 2: Cancer and fertility
*This episode contains content which may be upsetting for some listeners* In this episode, Angie meets Krista, who was diagnosed with myeloma in May 2020. Still coming to terms with her diagnosis and facing treatment at home, Krista explains how she had to make a life-changing decision between...
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Series 3, Episode 1: Talking to children about cancer
Angie Greaves meets with Toria, who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer before the UK’s first coronavirus lockdown. She shares her experience of telling her five-year-old twin boys about her cancer and, later, Macmillan professional Azmina Rose joins Angie to provide guidance and support for people...
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Series 2, Episode 6: End of life care and coronavirus
*This episode contains content which may be upsetting for some listeners*. Join Emma B and Macmillan’s Strategic Advisor for End of Life Care, Adrienne Betteley, as they discuss some of the most common questions asked around the options for end of life care during the pandemic. From what the...
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Series 2, Episode 5: Money worries and financial support
This episode Emma B is joined by a new guest, Macmillan’s Head of Campaigns and Public Affairs, Eve Byrne, to discuss the money worries people with cancer may have during the pandemic and what financial support is available. Ruth, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019, also shares her…
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Series 2, Episode 4: Practical support and how to access it
In this episode, Emma B is joined again by Macmillan’s chief medical officer Dr Rosie Loftus and Boots’ Chief Pharmacist, Marc Donovan, to discuss all the practical support available to people with cancer during the pandemic and how to access it. The professionals also talk about the latest...
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Series 2, Episode 3: Coronavirus, work and cancer
In this episode, Emma B is joined by Macmillan’s Work & Cancer expert, Liz Egan. Tune in to hear more about your rights at work during the pandemic, which ‘reasonable adjustments’ you can ask your employer to make to allow you to continue working, the options available as the furlough scheme…
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Series 2, Episode 2: How is coronavirus affecting your mental health?
In the strange times we find ourselves living in, Emma B catches up with a familiar face from Series 1 – Macmillan’s Strategic Advisor for Treatment, Dany Bell. Emma and Dany discuss the impact of the pandemic on our mental health, including how to spot the signs if you or a loved one are...
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Series 2, Episode 1: Cancer and the new normal
Emma B catches up with Macmillan’s Chief Medical Officer, Rosie Loftus, and Boots’ Chief Pharmacist, Marc Donovan, to talk about the services available and practical advice you’ll need to navigate this ‘new normal’ of Covid 19 with cancer. Plus, we hear from Ruth, who was diagnosed with breast...
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Series 1, Episode 6: Treatment
Just after turning 40, nurse Ben was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. He talks openly to Emma about losing his beloved quiff and the other side effects that come with cancer treatment, as well as how he keeps a positive outlook and continues to enjoy…
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Series 1, Episode 5: Work & Cancer
Having had six cancer diagnoses across 30 years due to a hereditary gene, Helen has a lot of stories of her personal experience to share, especially on the topics of work, career and finances. For expert advice on these issues, Emma and Dany are joined by special guest and Macmillan Work & Cancer...
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Series 1, Episode 4: End of Life
Just over a year ago Max’s mum, Nand, died from breast and sarcoma cancer. Emma and Max talk through his family’s experience of the end of his mum’s life, his ‘pre-grieving’ and how they planned her funeral together. Later in the episode, Emma reflects on Max’s story with Macmillan professional...
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Series 1, Episode 3: Life After Cancer
3. When visiting the doctor about his snoring, Errol happened to pick up a prostate cancer leaflet that led to his diagnosis. After 10 years in remission, Errol talks to Emma B about how he’s made it his life’s work to educate men about prostate cancer, as well as touching on the side effects of…
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Series 1, Episode 2: Treatable but not curable cancer
2. Adam was diagnosed with a brain tumour during a work trip to New York. He talks to Emma B about living with a treatable but not curable cancer. Plus, Emma asks Macmillan professional Dany helpful questions on what living with this type of cancer means for people. For more information and…
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Series 1, Episode 1: Diagnosis
1. Emma B has a cuppa with Chloe, who talks about how she dealt with her leukaemia diagnosis as a new mum. Plus, Emma chats to Macmillan professional Dany about common worries and questions when being diagnosed with cancer. For more information and support, or if you’ve been affected by a cancer...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
In the latest series, Radio DJ Angie Greaves meets people living with and affected by cancer for honest conversations over a cuppa. Expect real experiences from people who understand what you’re going through, plus useful advice and information from Macmillan professionals.
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Macmillan Cancer Support
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In the latest series, Radio DJ Angie Greaves meets people living with and affected by cancer for honest conversations over a cuppa. Expect real experiences from people who understand what you’re going through, plus useful advice and information from Macmillan professionals.
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Talking Cancer is created and hosted by Macmillan Cancer Support.
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