Podcasts by Real Pink

Episode 156: There’s Much to be Excited About from 2022-02-14T06:00

A range of factors can contribute to the development of breast cancer, a fact that Dr. Lauren McCullough, an Atlanta-based breast cancer epidemiologist, knows all too well. She stud...

Episode 155: Speaking Up from 2022-02-07T06:00

Women don’t necessarily have to accept the first breast cancer diagnosis we receive; we can seek a second medical opinion. That’s what our next guest, Se’Nita Harris, did. And it pr...

Episode 154: Mom…It’s Cancer from 2022-01-31T06:00

As with any major illness, breast cancer can have effects beyond the person that is diagnosed. When it happens family members and loved ones may feel many of the same emotions as t...

Episode 153: Importance of Early Detection from 2022-01-24T06:00

Screening tests are used to find breast cancer before it causes any warning signs or symptoms, when chances for survival are highest. It is important to stay on top of your breast h...

Episode 152: Tumor Profiling and Breast Cancer Treatment from 2022-01-17T06:00

Every cell in your body has genes that contain the blueprints, or genetic code, for your body. Cancer develops when changes – or mutations -- in some of these genes cause the cells...

Episode 151: Standing in the Gap from 2022-01-10T06:00

Thoughtful gestures - big and small - mean so much to survivors, whether they’ve just been diagnosed or completed treatment many years ago. Today’s guest, Janice Workcuff, has de...

Episode 150: Creating Purpose Through Community from 2022-01-03T06:00

Often times, creating a sense of purpose from a difficult and challenging time is the drive that someone needs to keep pushing through. Cookie Joe founded Cookie Joe’s Dancin’ Scho...

Episode 149: Hope and Healing from 2021-12-27T06:00

If you have breast cancer, you also carry a higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, due to having a weakened immune system. Today’s guest was diagnosed with Stage 1, HER2-pos...

Episode 148: Finding Your Survivor Swag from 2021-12-20T05:00

After treatment for breast cancer ends, many survivors find that staying involved through community or advocacy efforts can be personally rewarding and can also help others who migh...

Episode 147: The Power of Sharing from 2021-12-13T06:00

A breast cancer diagnosis isn’t easy and significant support is often needed to care for your emotional, social, spiritual and practical needs. Being able to lean on those closest t...

Episode 146: How Biking Helped Me Through Treatment from 2021-12-06T06:00

Whether you are newly diagnosed, are in active treatment or completed treatment years ago, breast cancer affects how you feel inside and out. You have to cope with the emotional str...

Episode 145: Breast Cancer is Not Just for Those Over 40 from 2021-11-29T05:00

It’s often thought that breast cancer only affects women over 40. But, unfortunately, that’s not the case. Breast cancer is rare in young women, but it does happen. And, when a youn...

Episode 144: Taking Action to Improve Health Equity from 2021-11-22T06:00

Susan G. Komen and Lilly launched a new multiyear program to address breast cancer health disparities experienced by Black women in the U.S. The partnership expands support services...

Episode 143: Taking Charge of Your Own Health from 2021-11-15T07:00

Episode 142: Laughing in the Face of Fear from 2021-11-08T05:00

Navigating a breast cancer journey can cause feelings of confusion and fear, all of which are normal. There are healthy ways to cope with the stress caused by these fears, such as ...

Episode 141: The Emotional Impact of Physical Changes from 2021-11-01T05:00

Losing your hair is hard. As with breast surgery, it affects a part of your body often tied to your identity. This can become even more of a challenge when you have young children w...

Episode 140: The Call I Wasn't Expecting from 2021-10-25T05:00

Breast density is a measure used to describe the proportion of the different tissues that make up a woman's breasts. It compares the area of the breast and connective tissues se...

Episode 139: New Advances for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Patients from 2021-10-18T05:00

Today, we're speaking with Dr. Neil Vasan, an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology Oncology at Columbia University Medial Center.

Episode 138: MBC Week - Action & Advocacy from 2021-10-15T05:00

Everyone can make a difference in the life of someone living with this disease by urging elected officials in Washington DC to pass pending legislation that would directly help this...

Episode 137: MBC Week - Financial from 2021-10-14T05:00

Episode 136: MBC Week - MBC Grant Announcement from 2021-10-13T05:00

Everyone can make a difference in the life of someone living with the disease by donating to breakthrough research. Thousands of families lives will be changed forever by an NBC dia...

Episode 135: MBC Week - Emotional Impact from 2021-10-12T05:00

Everyone can make a difference in the life of someone living with the disease by donating to breakthrough research. Living with metastatic breast cancer is overwhelming. There's...

Episode 134: MBC Week - Physical from 2021-10-11T05:00

Everyone can make a difference in the life of someone living with the disease by donating to breakthrough research. Enduring the ongoing treatments necessary when living with metast...

Episode 133: Kristin's Story: Triple Negative Breast Cancer at 30 from 2021-10-04T05:00

People who have their own personal experience with breast cancer often look for ways to give back, to pass on the support that they received during their journey. Today's guest ...

Episode 132: Breast Cancer and Bone Health: The Patient Perspective from 2021-09-27T05:00

The bones are the most common sites of breast cancer metastases, which can damage your bones. This is an issue that effects over 70% of people living with metastatic breast cancer. ...

Episode 131: The Link Between Breast Cancer and Bone Health from 2021-09-20T05:00

Episode 130: Honoring Mom's Legacy from 2021-09-13T05:00

Episode 129: Giving Back After Loss with Nate Adams from 2021-09-06T05:00

Episode 128: Cancer, why not me! from 2021-08-30T05:00

Episode 127: Diagnosed at Age 28 from 2021-08-23T05:00

Episode 126: You Are Not Alone with Sarah Sanders (replay) from 2021-08-16T05:00

Episode 125: I am a SurviveHER from 2021-08-09T05:00

Episode 124: Embracing Your Beauty Despite Hair Loss from 2021-08-02T12:00

Losing your hair is a hard and often emotional part of a breast cancer journey. As with breast surgery, it affects a part of your body often tied to your identity. Today’s guest has...

Episode 123: You are Your Own Best Advocate from 2021-07-26T06:00

Many of us grew up with the philosophy that the relationship between a patient and healthcare provider was very straight forward. The patient presented symptoms, the doctor made a d...

Episode 122: Intimacy After Surgery from 2021-07-19T06:00

Sex and intimacy can be difficult for many women after a breast cancer diagnosis. You may feel your body has betrayed you. And, after treatment, you may feel detached or disconnecte...

Episode 121: Saying yes to support isn't easy from 2021-07-12T05:00

A breast cancer diagnosis isn’t easy. It’s difficult for the person diagnosed and for the loved ones of that person. Often significant support is needed, but difficult to accept. My...

Episode 120: Supporting a Loved One with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Michael Allio - Rebroadcast from 2021-07-05T06:00

From Susan G Komen, this is Real Pink, a podcast exploring real stories, struggles, and triumphs related to breast cancer. We’re taking the conversation from the doctor’s office to ...

Episode 119: A Healthcare Hero's Journey in Keeping Up with Cancer Care from 2021-06-28T05:00

Support for the Real Pink podcast comes from Pfizer's Get It Done initiative. Cancer screenings and follow-up appointments had decreased significantly due to COVID-19, which is ...

Episode 118: Breast Cancer in Men from 2021-06-18T07:30

Sixteen-year-old Isabel Rosario is dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer, and that it affects men, too. Her grandfather, Leandro Montalvo, was diagnosed in 2019, and it...

Episode 117: HER2-positive Breast Cancer: What You Should Know from 2021-06-14T07:00

Breast cancer is not just one disease - there are many different types of breast cancer. HER2- positive breast cancer is one of the more common types, making up about 10-20 percent ...

Episode 116: Becoming a Badass Advocate from 2021-06-07T05:00

Advocating for a patient is an integral part of a patient's healthcare journey. However, many family members are unexpectedly thrown into this overwhelming situation with no ide...

Episode 115: Addressing Disparities Through Action from 2021-05-31T05:00

BRCA mutations are hereditary cancer mutations that significantly elevate the risk of developing breast and ovarian cancer. One of the reasons to get undergo genetic testing is when...

Episode 114: Dealing with the death of a parent and celebrating life from 2021-05-24T05:00

The death of a parent can come as a shock and feel extremely unfair, especially if the child and parent were both relatively young.  When a mother leaves behind her children, there ...

Episode 113: Navigating participation in clinical trials from 2021-05-17T05:00

Over the past 40 years, breast cancer care has greatly improved due to information gained through clinical trials. Clinical trials test the safety and benefits of new treatments as ...

Episode 112: Feeling Empowered Through Genetic Testing from 2021-05-10T05:00

On last week’s episode, Ashely Dedmon shared her experiences as a young caregiver and how it impacted how she approached her own health. Today we are going to continue our conversat...

Episode 111: The Impact of Being a Young Caregiver from 2021-05-03T05:00

Caregiving can be a difficult and very personal role on many levels. Assisting a loved one through their cancer diagnosis, helping with daily activities, providing support and helpi...

Episode 110: Coloring Over Cancer from 2021-04-26T05:00

Navigating a breast cancer journey can cause feelings of confusion and fear, all of which are normal.  There are healthy ways to cope with the stress caused by these fears, such as ...

Episode 109: Balancing It All from 2021-04-19T05:00

People diagnosed with breast cancer have many unique sources of stress. As we head into Mother’s Day, we will explore some of the challenges that mothers face in particular. Through...

Episode 108: Advocating to Address Barriers from 2021-04-12T05:00

Susan G. Komen has long worked to mobilize our communities to take action. Susan G. Komen’s Center for Public Policy serves as the leading voice of the more than 3.8 million breast ...

Episode 107: Faith Through Fire from 2021-04-05T05:00

A breast cancer diagnosis can bring a wide range of emotions including shock, fear, sadness and anger. The support of family, friends and others can be helpful as you go through dia...

Episode 106: Living With Inflammatory Breast Cancer from 2021-03-29T05:00

About 1-5 percent of breast cancers in the U.S are Inflammatory Breast Cancer.  This is an aggressive form of breast cancer, with signs that tend to arise quickly, often within week...

Episode 105: I am my Mother’s Daughter from 2021-03-22T05:00

Most breast cancers are not related to genes or family history. However, if you have been diagnosed with breast cancer, your family members, especially sisters, daughters and mother...

How CDK4/6 Inhibitors Made a Comeback from 2021-03-15T06:00

Sometimes pre-clinical studies show that a drug has a good chance of helping patients, but when the drug is tested on patients, it doesn't work as expected. Today, we are talkin...

How Researcher Perseverance Prevails in the Face of Challenges from 2021-03-08T06:00

Many scientific researchers face challenges in their work and the Covid-19 pandemic has only added to these challenges, but researchers are incredibly resilient and continue to push...

Normalizing Breast Cancer Conversations with Michael Cox from 2021-03-01T06:00

In the U.S today, Black women are more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age, in later stages, with more aggressive types and have a lower 5-year survival rate....

Warning Signs of Breast Cancer Recurrence with Karen Sock from 2021-02-22T06:00

Breast cancer, unfortunately, can come back even if doctors believe the chances are low. We don’t know why breast cancer recurs or when it will – it could be as soon as a few years ...

My Breast Cancer Story with Betsey Johnson from 2021-02-15T06:00

Our guest today knows first hand how important it is to stay on top of your breast health. Fashion designer Betsey Johnson was diagnosed with breast cancer 21 years ago and is here...

Embracing Change with Valencia McClure from 2021-02-08T06:00

A breast cancer diagnosis was a catalyst for a major career change for Valeria McClure.

Special Guest: Valencia McClure.

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Knowing and Reducing Breast Cancer Risk with Dr. April Spencer from 2021-02-01T06:00

Everyone is at risk of breast cancer, but some of us are at higher risk than others. We know that black women are about 40% more likely to die of breast cancer than white women. The...

The Evolution of Biosimilars as a Cancer Treatment with Andrew Spiegel from 2021-01-25T06:00

Cancer treatment has come a long way over the years. At the forefront of these medical advances are therapies known as “biologics.” Today I am speaking with Andrew Spiegel from the...

Cancer's Hidden Blessings with Jennifer Humphries from 2021-01-18T06:00

About 4 percent of all breast cancers diagnosed in the U.S. occur in women under 40. Our guest today was only 25 years old when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She was newly m...

Talking to Your Doctor with Samantha Harris (Rebroadcast) from 2021-01-11T06:00

Talking openly with your doctor is one of the best ways to feel good about your breast cancer treatment decisions. But, sometimes, talking with a doctor can be overwhelming, confus...

Oh The Places You’ll Go Fighting Cancer with Cara Sapida from 2021-01-04T06:00

Welcome to Season 3 of the Real Pink podcast!

The word “cancer” can bring about sudden and intense emotions. You may have feelings like fear, anger, frustration, de...

Metastatic Breast Cancer – A Future Full of Hope with Janet Robinson from 2020-12-28T06:00

It is estimated there are more than 168,000 women living with metastatic breast cancer in the U.S. in 2020. Janet Robinson is one of these. She was diagnosed 5 years ago with breas...

The Power of Positivity with Cinda Paynter from 2020-12-21T06:00

As hard as it may be to hear, metastatic breast cancer can not be cured today. However, metastatic breast cancer can be treated, with a focus on extending and improving quality of l...

Anyone Can Get Breast Cancer with Susan Brown from 2020-12-14T06:00

One case of breast cancer is diagnosed in the U.S every two minutes. Yet, despite these statistics, no one is ever truly prepared to receive a breast cancer diagnosis and many feel...

Breast Cancer, No Longer Your Grandmother’s Disease with Micha Logan from 2020-12-07T06:00

Micha Logan joins today's episode to share her story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at age 31.

Special Guest: Micha Logan.

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Advocating for Diverse Representation in Clinical Trials with Ricki Fairley from 2020-11-30T06:00

Clinical trials test the safety and benefits of new treatments as well as new combinations (or new doses) of standard treatments. They can also study other parts of care including r...

Breast Cancer, Black Women, and Driving Better Outcomes with Athena Jones from 2020-11-23T06:00

Athena Jones joins the podcast to share her experience as a two-time breast cancer survivor currently researching the drivers of and solutions for more equitable breast cancer outco...

How Technology Can Help Address Health Disparities with Dr. Sindhu Pandit from 2020-11-16T06:00

Dr. Sindhu Pandit, is a Clinical Leader on the Global Healthcare and Life Sciences team at Salesforce. Most recently, Dr. Pandit was a Medical Director at Oschner Health System wher...

Getting the Most From a Telehealth Appointment with Erica Kuhn from 2020-11-09T06:00

Telehealth – or the ability to have an appointment with a medical provider over the phone of computer – has historically been limited to certain conditions and for certain types of ...

When Pink is a Color, Not a Ribbon with Victoria Shaw from 2020-11-02T06:00

PINK: The story behind Dolly Parton, Monica, Jordin Sparks, Rita Wilson and Sara Evans song collaboration.

As a songwriter, Victoria Shaw often finds inspiration in ...

Health Disparities, Covid-19 and Breast Cancer with Dr. Kim Johnson Part II from 2020-10-26T06:00

Dr. Kim Johnson, Senior Director, African American Health Equity Initiative at Susan G. Komen, joins us in a two-part conversation about health equity and how we can address health ...

Health Disparities, Covid-19 and Breast Cancer with Dr. Kim Johnson - Part I from 2020-10-19T06:00

Dr. Kim Johnson, Senior Director, African American Health Equity Initiative at Susan G. Komen, joins us in a two-part conversation about health equity and how we can address health ...

Future of MBC Therapy - Hope for Better Treatment with Dr. Ben Ho Park from 2020-10-16T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the US alone, MBC is expected to...

Clinical Trials from a Patient Perspective with Sheila McGlown from 2020-10-15T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the US alone, MBC is expected to...

Navigating MBC Treatment with Brenda Day from 2020-10-14T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the US alone, MBC is expected to...

Putting the Patient at the Center of Research with Dr. Benjamin Vincent from 2020-10-13T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the US alone, MBC is expected t...

The Journey From Early-Stage Diagnosis to MBC with Joy Jenrette from 2020-10-12T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about metastatic breast cancer (MBC) as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the US alone, MBC is expected t...

My Personal Breast Cancer Story with Paula Schneider from 2020-10-05T06:00

The Emotional Journey of a Caregiver with Jordan Rathkopf from 2020-09-28T06:00

Family and friends can be strong sources of support throughout a breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. At the same time, loved ones (especially spouses, partners and chil...

Lessons Learned Surviving Breast Cancer with Anna Rathkopf from 2020-09-21T06:00

Breast Cancer Screenings During a Pandemic with Laurel Pointer from 2020-09-14T06:00

For many people, the thought of going anywhere, especially a medical office, during the current pandemic can create a feeling of uneasiness and concern. This is certainly normal, ho...

Mental Health Impact of Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Tori Geib from 2020-09-07T06:00

While levels of support continue to improve, MBC patients and care partners both recognize that there is often a need for even MORE support to be given. A percentage of people livin...

What Care Partners Wish They Knew When a Family/Friend was Diagnosed with MBC with Janice and Rex Cowden from 2020-08-31T06:00

Special guests Janice and Rex Cowden share what they have learned throughout their journey together.

Special Guests: Janice Cowden and Rex Cowden.

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How to Navigate Sex Through Cancer with Dr. Chery Hysjulien from 2020-08-24T06:45

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How Breast Cancer Affects Sexual Health with Dr. Shelby Terstriep from 2020-08-17T06:00

Breast cancer can impact your sex life. For example, hormone therapy may cause a loss of desire as well as vaginal changes that can make intercourse painful. Here today to talk abou...

Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Rachel Pecoraro from 2020-08-10T06:00

If you have been diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, there are many ways to stay active in the breast cancer community. Getting involved can be personally rewarding and can im...

It's Ok To Not Be Ok with Dr. Stephanie Carroll from 2020-08-03T07:45

Metastatic breast cancer can also bring with it a higher level of anxiety and depression. These feelings are all normal. Here today to share the unique perspective that she has as a...

Thriving Sexually During and After Breast Cancer with Dr. Lyndsey Harper from 2020-07-27T06:00

On today’s episode, we are going to talk about an important topic that is not often talked about – sexual health during and after a breast cancer diagnosis.

Special Guest: D...

Overcoming Adversity with Leecy Fink from 2020-07-20T07:00

Many of the guests on the Real Pink podcast have shared that staying in the present, focusing only on what you can control and believing that you can get through tough times with re...

Healthy Living and Breast Cancer Risk with Kristen Keenan from 2020-07-13T06:00

Some healthy lifestyle choices may lower your risk of getting breast cancer. Learn what you can do to improve your health in this week’s episode.

Special Guest: Kristen Keenan...

You Are Not Alone with Sarah Sanders from 2020-07-06T06:00

The support of family, friends and others can be helpful as you go through diagnosis, treatment and beyond, but many cancer patients and survivors will tell you that despite that su...

Breast Cancer Patients Share their Unique Journeys to Becoming Informed and Empowered with Janet Jordan and Bridgett Spillers from 2020-06-29T06:00

Each patient’s experiences, perspectives and diagnoses are uniquely personal. Understanding this can help empower breast cancer patients to educate themselves and ask questions in o...

Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: Facts vs. Fiction with Dr. Erika Hamilton (from Sarah Cannon) from 2020-06-22T06:00

Breast cancer is not one type of disease but many. The type of breast cancer affects prognosis and care options. TNBC is an aggressive type of breast cancer and Dr. Erika Hamilton (...

Remembering Mom on Father’s Day with Gary and Kyla Thompson from 2020-06-15T06:00

On the morning of October 21, 2014, everything changed for the Thompson family. At the ages of 15 (Taylor), 13 (Kyla) and 10 (Katelyn), these kids no longer had their mom, Maureen...

Breast Cancer Through the Eyes of a Child with Raphael Alejandro from 2020-06-08T06:00

When someone is diagnosed with breast cancer, it’s scary for them and

everyone around them. The emotions involved can seem even more heightened to a child who has to watch t...

Talking to Your Kids About Breast Cancer with Caprice Massey from 2020-06-01T06:00

As a parent, your initial instinct may be to protect them from the realities of your diagnosis and treatment, but sharing age-appropriate information can be helpful and healing and...

The Power of Community with Susie Christianson from 2020-05-25T06:00

Today on Real Pink, we have the honor of Susie Christianson sharing her story.

Special Guest: Susie Christianson.

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Living Your Healthiest Life with Samantha Harris from 2020-05-18T06:00

Emmy-winning TV host, author, certified health coach & trainer, cancer survivor & thriver, healthy living advocate and unstoppable optimist Samantha Harris is here to help g...

Special Episode: Surviving COVID-19 while Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Kristin Harris from 2020-05-11T06:00

Kristin is dedicated to ending breast cancer - in memory of her beloved mother, in salute of the heroes like her dad and brother who walk by our sides, and in honor of her precious ...

Growing a Family after Breast Cancer Treatment with Tammy Myers from 2020-05-04T06:00

Breast cancer is rare in young women – fewer than 5 percent of breast cancers diagnosed in the U.S. occur in women under 40. But when they are, they often add complexity surrounding...

Harnessing the Power of the Immune System with Dr. Adam Soloff (Part 2) from 2020-04-27T06:00

Researchers are working to develop new, more effective treatments for breast cancer. Dr. Adam Soloff joins the podcast to share his work on vaccines, including research funded by S...

Demystifying the World of Viruses and Vaccines with Dr. Adam Soloff from 2020-04-20T06:00

What actually is a virus? What should people know about viruses? What about mutations? And how do vaccines work? There has been a lot of speculation surrounding these questions espe...

Managing Isolation During a Pandemic with Marissa Fors from 2020-04-13T06:00

Komen’s Breast Care Helpline can help provide information, social support and help with coping strategies related to anxiety or concerns during these uncertain times. Here to share ...

It’s Time to End This Disease. Now. with Leslie Mullins from 2020-04-06T06:00

We must do everything we can to save lives. Now.

Special Guest: Leslie Mullins .

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Prioritizing Your Health with Summer Watson from 2020-03-30T06:00

During this time of social isolation, clearing ourselves of mental toxicities for better mental attitude, health and wellness is important. Today's guest shares her story and pe...

Special Episode: Prioritizing Safety and Health During COVID-19 with Susan Brown from 2020-03-23T06:00

During this time of uncertainty, it is important for breast care patients and survivors to minimize risk of COVID-19. Oncology nurse Susan Brown offers tips on how to prioritize saf...

What to Say, And What Not to Say, with Dana Manciagli from 2020-03-16T06:00

Dana Manciagli is a three-time breast cancer survivor and currently living with Stage IV metastatic breast cancer. Her identical twin sister, Tracy, also battled breast cancer three...

The Beginning of a Movement with Nancy Brinker from 2020-03-09T06:00

In this special episode of More Than Pink, Nancy Brinker shares her story. “It’s going to be more than a race. It’s going to be an event for survivorship. It’s going to be an event...

Being an Advocate for a Loved One with Earlina Green from 2020-03-02T06:00

When a person exhibits symptoms of breast cancer or receives a diagnosis, it can feel overwhelming and scary. In some cases, they may even struggle to grasp, accept or acknowledge ...

Communicating with Your Health Care Team with Cheryl Jernigan from 2020-02-24T06:00

Talking openly with your doctor is one of the best ways to feel good about your breast cancer treatment decisions. But, sometimes, talking with a doctor can be overwhelming, confus...

Fact vs. Fiction - Debunking Breast Cancer Myths with Dr. Amy Patel from 2020-02-17T06:00

Often when talking about breast cancer it is hard to distinguish between good information and the myths. Today we’re debunking some come common myths about breast cancer with specia...

Listening to Your Body with Chaunte Lowe from 2020-02-10T06:00

Chaunte Lowe is a four-time United States Olympian that was diagnosed with breast cancer in June of 2019 after listening to her body and advocating for an answer. She joins the pod...

The Power of Sharing with Kwanza Jones from 2020-02-03T06:00

If you’ve ever received a breast cancer diagnosis, or you know someone who is experiencing breast cancer, you know that it can also be hard to ask for help, even when you really nee...

Creating Lasting Change through Public Policy Advocacy with Mary Boyd and Neel Stallings from 2020-01-27T06:00

Government regulations can have a significant and powerful impact on breast cancer nonprofit organizations and the people they serve. It is more important than ever to become involv...

Yes, Men Get Breast Cancer Too with Wayne Dornan from 2020-01-20T06:00

Although uncommon, men are also diagnosed with breast cancer. It’s estimated there will be 2,670 new cases of invasive breast cancer among men in the U.S. this year alone; and often...

Advice from Women Who Have Their Own Breast Cancer Journey with Melissa Berry from 2020-01-13T06:00

Many of our guests on Real Pink are have been diagnosed with breast cancer so our audience has learned about the fear, confusion, anxiety of a breast cancer diagnosis. But, our audi...

Clinical Trials for People with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Dr. Tatiana Prowell from 2020-01-06T06:00

If someone you love or care for has been diagnosed with a life threatening illness, like breast cancer, and you are now thrown into a new role to help support them as they fight to ...

Does Being Obese Cause Breast Cancer? with Dr. Elizabeth Wellberg (More Than Pink Special Episode) from 2019-12-30T06:00

Obesity affects more than 35 percent of women in the Unites States. Dr. Liz Welberg's groundbreaking new study, funded by Susan G. Komen, found that women with obesity are more ...

Life with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Karen Durham (More Than Pink Special Episode) from 2019-12-23T06:00

Karen was an integral member of the Komen family, and we are proud to share this special episode. She will be dearly missed.

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Warning Signs of Breast Cancer: It’s Not Just a Lump with Dr. April Spencer from 2019-12-16T06:00

If someone you love or care for has been diagnosed with a life threatening illness, like breast cancer, and you are now thrown into a new role to help support them as they fight to ...

How to Support Someone With Breast Cancer with Jade Kendle from 2019-12-09T06:00

Jade Kendle, also known as “LipsticknCurls," joins today's episode to share her story supporting someone with breast cancer and the Know Your Girls campaign.

Specia...

How My Family History Inspired Me to Know My "Girls" with Charmaine Johnise from 2019-12-02T06:00

On this episode, special guest Charmaine Johnise shares how to better know your "girls," understand your family history, and understand your risk of breast cancer to make ...

Going Flat after Mastectomy with Katrin van Dam from 2019-11-25T06:00

For women facing mastectomy (the surgical removal of the entire breast), one of the biggest decisions is whether or not to undergo breast reconstruction. To tell us about her perso...

Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Janet St. James from 2019-11-18T06:00

Although metastatic breast cancer is not currently curable, it can be treated. Today, it’s estimated that at least 154,000 people in the U.S. have Stage IV, or metastatic, breast ca...

Emerging Areas of Research and Treatment with Josh Neman from 2019-11-11T06:00

Researchers are constantly searching for new and better ways to treat breast cancer. Advances over the last 40 years have increased survival and improved the quality of life for pe...

Advice from My Personal Breast Cancer Journey with Monique Robinson from 2019-11-04T06:00

In this episode, special guest Monique Robinson shares real life stories and experiences as a patient and lessons learned.

Monique is an Afro-Latinx attorney, avid ...

Episode 28: Clinical Trials May Be Your Best Option with Dr. Kathy Miller from 2019-10-28T06:00

In this episode we chat with Dr. Kathy Miller. Over the past 40 years, breast cancer treatment has greatly improved due to lessons learned through clinical trials. But for many peop...

Helping Yourself through Healthy Living with Wendy Kozel from 2019-10-21T06:00

Wendy Kozel is a wife, mom, and a woman living with metastatic breast cancer. Wendy joins the podcast to share her story and how healthy living has played a role in her physical an...

What Happens When Your Breast Cancer Treatment Ends with Pam Kohl from 2019-10-18T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC).

In the US alone, MBC is ex...

Living with MBC with Jerri Johnson from 2019-10-17T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC).

In the US alone, MBC is ex...

Only Research Will Find New Treatments for MBC with Kelly Shanahan from 2019-10-16T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC).

In the US alone, MBC is ex...

Emerging Areas of Treatment with Dr. Donald McDonnell from 2019-10-15T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC).

In the US alone, MBC is ex...

When Breast Cancer Hides in Plain Sight with Lynda Weatherby from 2019-10-14T06:00

This week on Real Pink we are hosting daily conversations about breast cancer that hides in the shadows: metastatic breast cancer (MBC).

In the US alone, MBC is ex...

What’s Your Family History? with Dr. Susan Domchek from 2019-10-07T06:00

Today, Dr. Susan Domchek joins the podcast to discuss how to better understand your risk of breast cancer, how to talk with your doctor and how to make better informed choices.

Breast Cancer is Unacceptable with Paula Schneider from 2019-09-30T06:00

Paula Schneider, president and CEO of Susan G. Komen®, joins the podcast to share the strategic direction and day-to-day operation of Komen’s research, community health, public pol...

Becoming a Change Agent through Public Policy Advocacy with Jamie Jones from 2019-09-23T06:00

Last month, more than 250 breast cancer patients, survivors and advocates representing Susan G. Komen® traveled to the nation’s capital to call on federal legislators with one voice...

Supporting a Loved One with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Michael Allio from 2019-09-16T06:00

There’s no easy way to adjust to a metastatic breast cancer diagnosis. Shock, disbelief, anxiety, fear, anger, grief, and a sense of loss of control are common emotions. Michael Al...

When you Don't Have the Words with Molly Grantham from 2019-09-09T06:00

In this episode, we guest Molly Grantham shares insights on answering the questions: "What can you do to really help? What should you say? Is it better to just listen?" Listen

Everyone Deserves to Grow Up With a Mom with Kyla Thompson (More Than Pink Special Episode) from 2019-09-02T06:00

"It’s not just about changing the future, but changing the present, and creating an online space where the children of moms with breast cancer can connect and not feel alone.&q...

Find Your Fierce with Emily Poeschl from 2019-08-26T06:00

On today's episode, Emily Poeschl joins the podcast to discuss "finding your fierce," and being a catalyst to create social change related to breast cancer.

Spe...

Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer with Carol Smith from 2019-08-19T06:00

Treating metastatic breast cancer focuses on living a longer, healthier life with breast cancer. In this episode, Carol Smith shares her story of living with MBC.

Special Gu...

Talking to Your Doctor with Dr. Reshma Jagsi from 2019-08-12T06:00

As a pateint, there are things you can (and should) do to ensure your voice is heard and your concerns are addressed. To help us learn about how to develop an open dialogue with do...

How a Breast Cancer Diagnosis Affects Your Mental Health with Abigail (Abbie) Letts O'Brien from 2019-08-05T06:00

The rigors of treatment breast cancer treatment — while life-saving — are difficult, leaving many women depressed, anxious, or feeling alone. From anxiety about the future, to the s...

Managing Side Effects and Supportive Care with Dr. Lisa Newman from 2019-07-29T06:00

In this episode, Dr. Lisa Newman, an internationally renowned breast surgeon and researcher, shares insight on managing side effects caused by breast cancer and treatment.

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Living with Breast Cancer with Jamil Rivers from 2019-07-22T06:00

In this episode, Jamil Rivers shares her story of living with metastatic breast cancer. She is a Philadelphia mom of three and an advocate using her voice and experiences to help a...

Asking for What You Need with Sandy Finestone from 2019-07-15T06:00

In this episode, Sandy Finestone joins the podcast to discuss the social services and support groups available for those diagnosed with breast cancer. Sandy is a 30-year breast can...

The Power of Community with Titus O'Neil from 2019-07-08T06:00

In this episode, Titus O'Neil shares the story of supporting his grandmother through her journey with breast cancer, and how friends and family can provide encouragement to thei...

Lessons Learned Surviving Breast Cancer with Kikkan Randall from 2019-07-01T06:00

In this episode, Kikkan Randall, the United States' first Olympic gold medalist in cross-country skiing, joins the podcast to share her personal journey with breast cancer. Listen

What’s Your Family History? with Dr. Robina Smith from 2019-06-24T06:00

In this episode, Dr. Robina Smith, the Medical Director and Principal Investigator at WCCT Global Oncology, joins the podcast to help us learn how to better understand our family he...

Prioritizing Your Health with Shaun Robinson from 2019-06-17T06:00

In this episode, Shaun Robinson, an Emmy award-winning journalist, author, philanthropist, and more, joins the podcast to discuss prioritizing health and helping yourself and others...

What to Say and What Not to Say with Heidi Floyd from 2019-06-10T06:00

Today’s guest describes herself as an enthusiastic optimist. Being first diagnosed with breast cancer just weeks after learning she was pregnant, Heidi Floyd was in a unique positio...

Facts vs. Fiction with Dr. Dennis Holmes from 2019-06-03T06:00

To help us learn more about the risk factors for breast cancer, Dr. Dennis Holmes joins the Real Pink podcast. Dr. Holmes is the Associate Professor of Surgery at the John Wayne Can...

Breast Cancer is Not Just for Those Over 40 with Nikia Hammonds-Blakely from 2019-05-27T06:00

Having survived a life-altering diagnosis of breast cancer at the age of only 16 years old, Nikia Hammonds-Blakely, recently discovered pre-cancerous cells during a mammogram and bi...

Talking to Your Doctor with Samantha Harris from 2019-05-20T10:15

Talking openly with your doctor is one of the best ways to feel good about your breast cancer treatment decisions. But, sometimes, talking with a doctor can be overwhelming, confus...

Coming Soon... Real Pink by Susan G. Komen from 2019-05-14T15:00

From Susan G. Komen, the world's largest breast cancer organization, this is Real Pink, a podcast sharing the stories, struggles, and triumphs with breast cancer that connect us...