Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) drop weekly episodes on topics you care about like how to survive your husband's loud chewing, how to laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the 911, The Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, multiple health issues, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway.
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Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) drop weekly episodes on topics you care about like how to survive your husband's loud chewing, how to laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the 911, The Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, multiple health issues, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway.
Greetings Humor Consumers!
In this powerful yet hilariously honest episode, Tracy and Cathrine dive into cancer screenings and early detection—a topic most people avoid, ignore, or delay. Tracy opens with her personal breast cancer survival story involving an oncologist, radiation, and a possible perk: a higher, tighter boob. 😂
From there, the conversation gets real about why cancer screenings matter and how early detection saves lives.
Whether you’re overdue for a mammogram, avoiding a colonoscopy out of dread, or you don’t even know what screenings you need at your age—this episode is your friendly (faith-filled) wake-up call. 💗🎀
🔎 In This Episode:
Tracy’s breast cancer story: raw, real, and funny
Why staying current on cancer screenings matters
The top cancer screenings by age (simple checklist!)
Why people procrastinate medical tests (and how to stop)
How caring for your health honors God
Your challenge: schedule ONE overdue screening today!
🩺 Cancer Screening Checklist (Quick Guide)
Cancer Type
Screening
Start Age
Breast Cancer
Mammogram
40+
Cervical Cancer
Pap + HPV
21–65
Colon Cancer
Colonoscopy or FIT
45+
Lung Cancer
Low-dose CT
50–80 (smokers/former smokers)
Prostate Cancer
PSA blood test
50 (or earlier if high risk)
Skin Cancer
Yearly dermatologist exam
All adults
Oral Cancer
Dental screening
High-risk adults
Ovarian, Pancreatic, Liver
High-risk only
Talk to your doctor
Testicular
Self-exam
Men 15–44
✝️ Scripture in This Episode
“Your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit… honor God with your bodies.”— 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 (NIV)
“No one hates their own body but takes care of it…”— Ephesians 5:29 (NIV)
🎯 Call to Action
📅 Book ONE screening today. Stop waiting for a “better time.”Screenshot your appointment and tag us: #LaughingThroughScreenings
🔗 Resources Mentioned
American Cancer Society screening guidelines
CDC early detection resources
💬 Connect With Us
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Life Happens Laugh Anyway
Life got you down? What if you could laugh anyway? Christian comedian Tracy DeGraaf (along with her bff Cathrine) drop weekly episodes on topics you care about like how to survive your husband's loud chewing, how to laugh about your kids driving you nuts, and how to scoff off those lady whiskers and not worry about your Howdy Doody sleep wrinkle. Tracy and Cathrine have been next door neighbors and besties for over 20 years. They survived the 911, The Great Recession, teenage years, disappointment, multiple health issues, depression and other stuff that sucks. They have truly learned the secret of Life Happens Laugh Anyway.
