What is Cancer? Episode 01

Understanding Cancer: From Diagnosis to Treatment and Support

 

In this very first episode of the Cracking Cancer podcast, Dr. Kyle Concannon, MD and patient advocate Samantha Murrell, focus on answering the fundamental question: 'What is cancer?'

Dr. Concannon explains the basic biological ways that cancer works, including mutations and cell regulation, while Samantha shares her personal journey with stage four non-small cell lung cancer. The discussion covers the complexity and variability of cancer, the impact of lifestyle factors, the significance of molecular profiling, and the importance of early diagnosis and staging.

Samantha emphasizes the emotional and social aspects of her cancer diagnosis and the invaluable support she has found within patient advocacy groups. The episode aims to empower listeners with crucial knowledge about cancer and provide a sense of community and support for those affected.

 

The Cracking Cancer Podcast's main focus is to further education about cancer and its effects on people and communities through continued discussion and to raise funds for the continued research of cancer treatments and positive outcomes. All raised proceeds go directly to the continued upkeep of this podcast and cancer research. To find out more about supporting the show and research endeavors, please go to the following website: www.crackingcancer.org

 

Chapters:

(00:00) Introduction to the Cracking Cancer Podcast

(01:28) Samantha's Personal Cancer Journey

(04:29) The Complexity of Cancer Origins

(17:18) Targetable Mutations and Treatment Options

(29:30) The Affects of What We Eat on Cancer

(45:42) The Emotional and Social Impact of Cancer

(49:53) The Importance of Community and Support

(57:02) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

Attributions

The music track - Progression Pulse - is provided by Denys Brodovskyi through the Attribution 4.0 International License