What’s ‘cancering?’ New podcast, powered by USA Health, has the answer
The podcast aims to demystify cancer for listeners by pulling back the curtain on one of the scariest diseases known to man.
If all of us are touched by cancer in some way, then aren’t we all “cancering” together?
That’s the impetus for a new podcast created by USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute called The Cancering Show. The podcast also aims to demystify cancer for listeners by pulling back the curtain on one of the scariest diseases known to man.
“We're going to discuss every aspect of the cancering journey, from people trying to prevent cancer in their families all the way to families that are coping with an imminent loss,” said Jennifer Young Pierce, M.D., M.P.H., host of the podcast.
Pierce serves as a gynecologic oncologist and leader of cancer control and prevention at the Mitchell Cancer Institute. On the air, she is simply “JYP.”
“We want the listener to think of cancer as not just a moment in time -- a moment of being better than you were before, living better, turning cancer from a negative into a positive for not just the patient, but the whole community,” Pierce said.
On the show, cancer survivors, family members, physicians and scientists share their stories, provide insight and offer hope. Listeners are invited to share theirs.
“Cancer is just something that we all have to recognize, acknowledge, cope with, live with, struggle with, rage upon, crush, and even thrive with,” JYP tells listeners. “This show is more than knowing and fighting or beating cancer. It's more than just relaying science, hope, and technology. It's a platform for knowledge, stories, coping advice, life tips, inspiration, humor, jokes, and even smiles.”
Mobile listeners are likely to hear a few familiar voices, including Mobile City Council Member Gina Gregory, healthcare providers at USA Health, and cancer survivors from across the region.
“JYP does such a wonderful job as a host that you feel like you’ve known her your entire life,” said Rodney Rocconi, M.D., interim director of the Mitchell Cancer Institute. “I’m extremely excited about this project as it provides a much-needed outlet for people affected by cancer.”
The first three episodes of The Cancering Show Season 1 can be found on Spotify, YouTube, iTunes and other podcast sites. Listeners can subscribe to receive new episodes in their inbox and find the show on Facebook @canceringshow.
