In this episode, Steve and Lisa wrap up season 2 of the podcast by sharing what cancer has taught each of them. We reflect on another incredible season, how much the "Dear Cancer" issue of our magazine means to us, and more about what's coming next...
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If you haven't already, listen to part 1 of this episode as Summer Konechny reads her piece entitled: "A Love Letter to My Cancer", from our June issue of Elephants and Tea Magazine.
In this episode you will hear an in-depth interview with her!
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To read more incredible work from Summer, visit:
ChatGPT Has Let Me Down- Suffering Influencer (Substack)
My Badly Behaved Kitten Showed Me Life Was Worth Living - The Globe and Mail
An Around The Province Coffee Guide- British Columbia Magazine
Listen in as Summer Konechny reads her piece entitled: "A Love Letter to My Cancer", from our June issue of Elephants and Tea Magazine.
Be sure to tune into part 2 of this episode to hear an in-depth interview with Summer!
Visit our website for more relatable content!
To read more incredible work from Summer, visit:
ChatGPT Has Let Me Down- Suffering Influencer (Substack)
My Badly Behaved Kitten Showed Me Life Was Worth Living - The Globe and Mail
An Around The Province Coffee Guide- British Columbia Magazine
In this episode, you will hear an interview with Lisa Orr and Jenny Jones. Jenny will share more about her experience with cancer, her strong bonds with her family, on the anger she feels, but also how she has found acceptance through her journey.
Click here to read Jenny's story in our latest magazine issue!
Visit Jenny's website to learn more about her advocacy
Follow Jenny on Instagram @lifesapolyp
In this episode, you will hear Jenny Jones read her incredible article: "Dear Cancer: My Visitor" from our June issue. Be sure to tune into part 2 of this episode to hear more about Jenny and her story!
Click here to read Jenny's story in our latest magazine issue!
Visit Jenny's website to learn more about her advocacy
Follow Jenny on Instagram @lifesapolyp
Listen in as Lisa Orr interviews Becky about her experiences with ovarian cancer and her inspiration for writing this amazing piece for our Dear Cancer magazine.
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Reach out and connect with Becky by emailing her at BeingBecky.oc@gmail.com
Listen in as Becky shares her powerful poem entitled: "Dear Cancer: Hiding". Be sure to listen to part 2 of this episode where Lisa Orr interviews Becky about her experiences with ovarian cancer and her inspiration for writing this amazing piece for our Dear Cancer magazine.
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Reach out and connect with Becky by emailing her at BeingBecky.oc@gmail.com
Tune in as Cody and Lisa discuss how comforting routine can be when dealing with a cancer diagnosis! Cody shares more about his experience with clinical trials, and he talks about the amazing support he has found through various organizations in the AYA community. Cody's story is relatable and he was so fun to chat with.
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Follow Cody on Instagram @codyhatescancer
Hear Cody read his letter to cancer: "Dear Cancer: You're Finally Behaving". Be sure to tune into the next episode to listen to a more in depth interview with Cody!
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In this episode, you will hear a deep conversation between Lauren and Lisa about accepting the unknown when it comes to facing cancer as a young adult. They will discuss shared experiences as well as the difficulties of looking ahead.
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Listen as author Lauren Patterson reads her letter to cancer entitled, "Dear Cancer: On Valentine's Day". Be sure to listen to the next episode as well to hear an in-depth interview with Lauren!
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Listen to bladder cancer survivor, Liz Hiles, share more about her personal cancer experience, hear us discuss the importance of finding your community, advocating for yourself (and your people), and finding joy in every day. We discuss why we should all know our own bodies and she shares experiences she has had with medical professionals that will make your jaw drop!
Follow Liz at @mirletaliz on Instagram.
Other ways to connect with Liz:
Liz's Link Tree Greater Cincinnati Ostomy Association Bladdercancer.net
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In this episode, you will hear author Liz Hiles read her letter to cancer entitled: "Dear Cancer: How Dare You!?". Please listen in for part 2 where you will hear an in-depth interview with Liz about her cancer experience and her feelings towards navigating cancer.
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In this episode, you will hear Amy, a Stage IV Hodgkins Lymphoma survivor, share about her experiences with cancer. You will also hear her share more about some of the powerful lines in her letter to cancer. If you have not already, be sure to listen to the prior episode to hear her letter.
To connect with Amy, you can follow her on Instagram @amyreding
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In this episode, you will hear Amy Reding read her letter to cancer titled: "Dear Cancer, A Breakup Letter".
Be sure to tune into the next episode to hear an interview with Amy.
To connect with Amy, you can find her on Instagram @amyreding
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In today's episode, you will hear an interview between Lisa Orr and Tameka Johnson.
Tameka is a Stage 4 breast cancer thriver who shares her story in such a vulnerable way. In this podcast, Tameka shares many beautiful truths about what she has learned along the way, giving advice to those who are experiencing cancer as well.
In this introduction episode to season 2, you will hear Steven and Lisa chat about WHY we dedicate an entire magazine issue to the idea of writing a letter to cancer! This incredible issue of our magazine will be out soon! Not already subscribed to receive it? It's free! Subscribe here: Subscribe - Elephants and Tea
Listen in as Steven and Lisa reflect on the incredible articles and author interviews from season one! You will hear them share about what particularly resonated with them, and what they are looking forward to next season!
*This is part 2 of a 2-part episode, please be sure to listen to part 1 before listening to this interview*
Laura Dekraker Lang-Ree is a cancer mom, educator, and advocate for parents of kids in crisis, helping them navigate big and small medical emergencies. As an editor and consultant with Stanford Children’s Hospital and a writer, educator, and editor for Cancer Parent Publications, Laura’s goal is to empower families in the trenches to lead their best life, even amidst trauma.
To learn more about Laura's work visit her website: Home | Thru The Fire (lauradekrakerlang-ree.com)
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*This is part 1 of a 2-part episode*
Laura Dekraker Lang-Ree is a cancer mom, educator, and advocate for parents of kids in crisis, helping them navigate big and small medical emergencies. As an editor and consultant with Stanford Children’s Hospital and a writer, educator, and editor for Cancer Parent Publications, Laura’s goal is to empower families in the trenches to lead their best life, even amidst trauma.
To read more relatable content, please visit our website: Home - Elephants and Tea Tune into part 2 to hear more from Laura!