For many survivors, the hardest part of cancer begins when treatment ends. Shay Moraga knows that feeling intimately—and she turned it into a mission. As founder of Shay’s Warriors: Life After Cancer, Shay created a space for women to find support, wellness, and belonging in the often-overlooked phase of survivorship. In this episode, she and Amy Cohen Epstein explore the emotional aftermath of cancer, the need for community in recovery, and what real healing looks like beyond survival.

We’re thrilled to launch Season 4 of The SEAM with this powerful conversation. This season, we're exploring the theme of how healing isn’t simply about surviving; it’s about thriving together, redefining what long-term wellness looks like after cancer, and building community where none felt possible.

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This week on The SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein, founder of the Lynne Cohen Foundation, sits down with Stephanie Matsuba — artist, actress, and powerhouse instructor from BURN Los Angeles, who led this year’s Kickin’ Cancer warm-up — for an intimate conversation about mental health, fitness, and the power of routine. Stephanie opens up about living with bipolar II disorder, her early experiences navigating illness as a teenager, and how she built a life grounded in self-care, movement, and honesty.

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When Nikki Boyer’s best friend Molly was diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer, their friendship became the story the world would come to know as Dying for Sex. In this Breast Cancer Awareness Month special, Nikki opens up about soulmates, grief, and the lessons Molly left behind.

In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, Nikki reflects on caregiving, legacy, and how honest conversations about women’s health can change the way we care for ourselves and each other. She sits down with our host Amy Cohen Epstein, founder of The SEAM Podcast and the Lynne Cohen Foundation, which provides free screenings, genetic counseling, and preventive care for women at risk of breast and ovarian cancer.

Learn more: https://lynnecohenfoundation.org 

Join us for Kickin’ Cancer 2025 in Los Angeles: https://impact.lynnecohenfoundation.org/event/kickin-cancer-r-run-walk-stroll-2025/e686566

#NikkiBoyer #DyingForSex #BreastCancerAwareness #OvarianCancerAwareness #SEAMPodcast #WomensHealth

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Marla Tellez returns for her 10th year as host of Kickin’ Cancer — and this time, as a new mom. In this special installment of our mini-series, she sits down with Amy Cohen Epstein to reflect on a decade of championing women’s health, the power of community, and the deeply personal reasons this cause continues to matter to her.

Kickin’ Cancer raises awareness and funds for the Lynne Cohen Foundation’s national network of preventive care clinics: providing mammograms, genetic testing, counseling, and other lifesaving services to women at increased risk for breast and ovarian cancer.

Register for Kickin’ Cancer here: https://impact.lynnecohenfoundation.org/event/kickin-cancer-r-run-walk-stroll-2025/e686566

Learn more about the Lynne Cohen Foundation here: https://lynnecohenfoundation.org

For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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Double board-certified reproductive endocrinologist Dr. Roohi Jeelani joins the SEAM Podcast to talk about the critical intersections of fertility, genetics, and cancer risk, and why proactive reproductive care is a form of self-advocacy. In this conversation with host Amy Cohen Epstein, Dr. Jeelani breaks down what every woman should know about egg preservation, family planning, and navigating fertility after a cancer diagnosis or high-risk genetic screening.

For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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In this special mini-series episode of The SEAM Podcast, holistic nutritionist and author Elissa Goodman joins Amy Cohen Epstein for a deeply personal conversation about healing after loss, redefining wellness, and navigating motherhood, grief, and purpose. Together, she and Amy explore the impact of unspoken pain, overwhelm, and what it means to take back ownership of your health.

For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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Join us for an incredibly candid and inspiring conversation with author Gila Pfeffer as she navigates her cancer journey with remarkable humor and resilience. In this podcast episode, Gila shares the raw realities and unexpected laughs from her acclaimed memoir, "Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer and Other Inconveniences". Discover how she defied odds, found strength, and used wit to face life's toughest challenges. A must-listen for anyone seeking hope, healing, and the power of a good laugh.

For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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In part two of our candid conversation with Marla Tellez, we move past the initial whirlwind of becoming a new mom and dive into the evolving journey. Marla shares more about navigating the ongoing shifts in identity, relationships, and daily life as motherhood progresses. Tune in for relatable insights and strategies for embracing your new normal.

For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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In this episode, we speak with Maria Marlow about the importance of **gut health** and its impact on **skincare**. They honestly discuss acne and share personal stories, emphasizing why it’s a common topic in their families.

For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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What starts at the tips of your fingers could ripple through your whole body. In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, we sit down with Mary Lennon and Leah Yari, founders of CÔTE — the pioneering brand behind one of the first non-toxic nail salons and a growing line of clean beauty essentials — to talk about how seemingly small choices can make a powerful impact on your health.

For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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A Kickin’ Cancer Series episode by The SEAM Podcast.

This Mother’s Day, The SEAM Podcast debuts a special series for Kickin’ Cancer — celebrating the bonds between women and the communities that carry us.

In our first episode, journalist and FoxLA anchor Marla Tellez joins us just weeks after becoming a mother. A longtime supporter and host of Kickin’ Cancer, Marla shares her reflections on motherhood, the women who shaped her, and why preventive health is more personal — and more urgent — than ever.

Kickin’ Cancer 2025 is now open for registration!

Join us on Sunday, October 12th in Los Angeles to walk, run, and rally for better early detection. Use code 4THEMOMS for 50% off through June 1:

Register here

There’s plenty of time to gather your people, start a team, and show up for the women you love.

For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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In this episode of The SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Adrianna Abbott, founder of Lillipop Beauty — a clean beauty brand with a fierce commitment to joy, community, and inspiring young women. Adrianna opens up about the early days of Lillipop, what it means to build a business rooted in empowerment, and how beauty rituals can serve as acts of self-care and self-definition.

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Dear Annabelle makes luxury paper products and home goods for those who appreciate the art and soul of meaningful exchange, whether it’s a hand-written note, an invitation to dinner, or a personal name card, made just for you. Inspired by the refined style and collector’s eye of founder Marcie Pantzer, Dear Annabelle invites people to cultivate personal, intentional connection — a rare and precious gift in our increasingly digital age.

For more, follow The Seam on Instagram, watch full episodes on Youtube, or visit the Lynne Cohen Foundation website.

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In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with jewelry designer and creative visionary Andrea Fohrman to talk about how color, craft, and intuition shape her life and her work. Known for her celestial motifs and gemstone palettes, Andrea shares how her artistic process has evolved alongside her journey as a mother and advocate.

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This week, in the SEAM's first solo episode, Amy Cohen Epstein reflects on her 49th birthday, the significance with respect to her mother, Lynne Cohen's passing, and what she's learned in reaching this personal milestone.

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In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Megan Tady, author of Bluebird Day, to dive into her deeply emotional and captivating novel about family, loss, and personal healing. Megan shares the inspiration behind her book, which tells the story of mother-daughter ski champions Claudine and Wylie, whose lives are turned upside down by illness, trauma, and the pursuit of healing in unexpected ways. Listen in as Megan opens up about her own personal journey and how writing Bluebird Day allowed her to work through her experiences of grief, love, and the complexity of family dynamics. 

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In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Marly Steinman, a licensed marriage and family therapist, and fertility expert, who shares her deeply personal journey through infertility and the path that led her to surrogacy. After struggling for over four years, Marly and her husband welcomed twins via surrogacy in 2019, a life-changing experience that inspired her to help others on the same journey. Marly talks about the challenges and rewards of surrogacy, her own struggles, and how she now uses her personal and professional experience to guide others through the surrogacy process with compassion and clarity. 

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In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Jules Timms Robertson RN, the Wellness Advisor at Saltgrass Spa in Savannah, Georgia. Together, they explore the evolving world of wellness, from creating healing spaces that cater to both physical and emotional health to the powerful role of community in achieving well-being. Jules shares her unique insights on how hyper-personalized treatments and social wellness—like cold plunges, saunas, and cardio classes—are transforming the way we think about health. She also highlights the intersection of luxury wellness and authentic human connection, discussing how these spaces can provide support and purpose for women. This conversation expands the conversation about self-care beyond just the individual, and embraces the power of coming together in community to heal and grow.

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In this episode of the SEAM Podcast, host Amy Cohen Epstein sits down with Katelyn Burke, the owner of Perspire Sauna Studio in Brentwood. Katelyn opens up about her deeply personal experience losing her mother to cervical cancer and how it ignited her passion for wellness. She shares how this journey led her to open a space dedicated to holistic healing through infrared sauna therapy. In the wake of recent fires and uncertainty, the Lynne Cohen Foundation continues to serve the community through its Preventive Care Clinics. In this conversation, we discuss the intersections of prevention, recovery, and the healing power of a strong community.

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