https://starworldwidenetworks.com/shows/cancer-matters en-us Education Cancer Matters Cancer Matters - The Podcast with Host Renae Linden. On a mission to deconstruct the cancer diagnosis, translate confusing medical terminology, and provide emotional and practical support to patients, caregivers and anyone wanting to understand a cancer diagnosis. With a strong belief that clarity is a form of care and helps in the healing process; information and understanding is a form of empowerment; And no one facing cancer is ever alone. Cancer Matters offers episodes that will feature A diverse community of academic/professional/expert interviews and conversations; Patient and caregiver stories and experiences; Clear explanations of medical terminology; Emotional guidance and Practical resources. Cancer Matters - The Podcast with Host Renae Linden. On a mission to deconstruct the cancer diagnosis, translate confusing medical terminology, and provide emotional and practical support to patients, caregivers and anyone wanting to understand a cancer diagnosis. With a strong belief that clarity is a form of care and helps in the healing process; information and understanding is a form of empowerment; And no one facing cancer is ever alone. Cancer Matters offers episodes that will feature A diverse community of academic/professional/expert interviews and conversations; Patient and caregiver stories and experiences; Clear explanations of medical terminology; Emotional guidance and Practical resources. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:19:07 -0700 webmaster@starworldwidenetworks.com (Pratt Podcasting) Renae Linden no Star Worldwide Networks starworldwidenetworks123@gmail.com https://s3-us-west-1.amazonaws.com/starworldwidenetworks/shows/itunes-images/YP3JNKskOMD9YeFYRRl4EA0YsUrtHfGf0GrdQJ8w.png https://starworldwidenetworks.com/shows/cancer-matters Cancer Matters I’m excited to welcome Brian Hummell, the Arizona and New Mexico Director of Government Relations for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. Brian has spent many years involved in cancer coalitions and policy changes that make cancer care fairer and more accessible, from helping pass Medicaid expansion in Arizona to securing biomarker testing coverage and supporting local tobacco regulation efforts. <p> Today we’ll go behind the scenes with Brian to learn how advocacy really works: how campaigns are planned, how patient stories are used, and what it takes to turn a policy idea into real help for patients and families. Whether you care about health policy, want to get involved, or just want to understand how change happens, this conversation will give you a clear look at the people and strategies working for better cancer care in our states.</p>  <p>#StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency #PrattPodcasting</p>  I’m excited to welcome Brian Hummell, the Arizona and New Mexico Director of Government Relations for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network. Brian has spent many years involved in cancer coalitions and policy changes that make cancer care fairer and more accessible, from helping pass Medicaid expansion in Arizona to securing biomarker testing coverage and supporting local tobacco regulation efforts. <p> Today we’ll go behind the scenes with Brian to learn how advocacy really works: how campaigns are planned, how patient stories are used, and what it takes to turn a policy idea into real help for patients and families. Whether you care about health policy, want to get involved, or just want to understand how change happens, this conversation will give you a clear look at the people and strategies working for better cancer care in our states.</p>  <p>#StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency #PrattPodcasting</p>  a89efe8f-8acf-40f0-ad0f-97396b2b473a Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:15:42 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters Melissa is the President and Co-Founder of  Families Raising Hope.  It is an organization dedicated to helping families in need during the extremely challenging time when they or a loved one is diagnosed with cancer. Melissa is the President and Co-Founder of  Families Raising Hope.  It is an organization dedicated to helping families in need during the extremely challenging time when they or a loved one is diagnosed with cancer. 42bf4036-5a6e-45e4-ac7d-66bc2afe5d7f Tue, 26 May 2026 05:04:08 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters As a Community Relations Representative for Mobile Health, Tina Brown discusses how a promise made to a friend battling breast cancer led her to become a leader for screenings in Arizona. Driven by the promise to her friend and the company's mission to "transform the health of the communities we serve, one person at a time," Tina has been credited with facilitating more than 20,000 breast cancer screenings across the state. <p>#StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency</p>  As a Community Relations Representative for Mobile Health, Tina Brown discusses how a promise made to a friend battling breast cancer led her to become a leader for screenings in Arizona. Driven by the promise to her friend and the company's mission to "transform the health of the communities we serve, one person at a time," Tina has been credited with facilitating more than 20,000 breast cancer screenings across the state. <p>#StarWorldwideNetworks #PrattMarketingAgency</p>  f918c804-6237-4f01-a4ca-77df80bef88a Tue, 19 May 2026 05:30:14 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters When life changes in an instant, the truth becomes impossible to ignore. Cancer Matters follows host Renae as she steps into a role she never expected: caregiver to a loved one diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. In this personal episode, she opens up about the moment everything shifted—the fear, the chaos, and the realization that she is not okay. It’s a space for honesty and a reminder that even in the darkest chapters, we don’t have to walk alone. When life changes in an instant, the truth becomes impossible to ignore. Cancer Matters follows host Renae as she steps into a role she never expected: caregiver to a loved one diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. In this personal episode, she opens up about the moment everything shifted—the fear, the chaos, and the realization that she is not okay. It’s a space for honesty and a reminder that even in the darkest chapters, we don’t have to walk alone. 4c008c44-b180-4495-8791-b5b07d0a0460 Tue, 12 May 2026 11:29:56 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters Conversation with Kira, whose life was interrupted, reshaped, and ultimately strengthened by a breast cancer diagnosis.  As we move through her story, we’re exploring the medical milestones and the emotional terrain, the relationships that supported her, and the wisdom she gathered along the way. Conversation with Kira, whose life was interrupted, reshaped, and ultimately strengthened by a breast cancer diagnosis.  As we move through her story, we’re exploring the medical milestones and the emotional terrain, the relationships that supported her, and the wisdom she gathered along the way. 7f448c89-673c-4bbb-b4f1-1bb485fbf753 Tue, 05 May 2026 04:37:53 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters Robin discusses her experience as a caregiver, sharing the day-to-day journey from diagnosis through his passing. Robin discusses her experience as a caregiver, sharing the day-to-day journey from diagnosis through his passing. 230edb42-cdd1-448b-9a02-64d2792f914e Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:46:49 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters Conversation with the spouse of a prostate cancer survivor. Tim shares his experience of setting boundaries and practicing self-care.   Conversation with the spouse of a prostate cancer survivor. Tim shares his experience of setting boundaries and practicing self-care.   3a471602-bb75-4c1f-8105-fea247804d26 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:31:50 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters Randy shares his experience, insights, and revelations regarding how his diagnosis turned into advocacy and, ultimately, led him to become a book author. Randy shares his experience, insights, and revelations regarding how his diagnosis turned into advocacy and, ultimately, led him to become a book author. b973ebe1-6abf-4b79-b391-ef120548e8fb Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:53:51 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters Prostate cancer survivor James McKernon shares his personal experience, discussing his diagnosis and his decisions to undergo surgery and later, his choice to undergo radiation therapy. Prostate cancer survivor James McKernon shares his personal experience, discussing his diagnosis and his decisions to undergo surgery and later, his choice to undergo radiation therapy. b7f75899-0af4-41ab-ab8f-531fadfb9fcc Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:32:22 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters Raechelle discusses her experience as the wife/caregiver of a prostate cancer survivor. Our conversation includes faith, self-care, and support. Raechelle discusses her experience as the wife/caregiver of a prostate cancer survivor. Our conversation includes faith, self-care, and support. a4b906ea-b025-4f22-92e9-925c4c964173 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 05:52:01 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters After choosing Radiation Therapy as his treatment, Roy discusses and shares what a typical day of preparing for and going through prostate cancer treatment is like. After choosing Radiation Therapy as his treatment, Roy discusses and shares what a typical day of preparing for and going through prostate cancer treatment is like. 9439aa0c-8c28-4567-a85c-5a92d865e069 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:03:01 -0700 0:00:00 Cancer Matters A discussion with a prostate cancer survivor covering family history, diagnosis, and the importance of family support. A discussion with a prostate cancer survivor covering family history, diagnosis, and the importance of family support. 48a17333-68fb-4cec-9a79-976e4b9b2279 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:37:52 -0700 0:00:00