Caring From Afar: A Conversation w/ Jay’s Oldest Son, Brantley And His Wife Savannah

I’M OFFICIALLY STARTING DARAXONRASIB - Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer Medication Breakthrough Update

This week, Jay received HUGE news… he is officially cleared to start taking Daraxonrasib, the new breakthrough pancreatic cancer medication that has, up until now, had a lot of red tape and been hard to get cleared for. So hit pause on the sad playlist, because this episode is about real hope, breakthrough drugs, and the kind of medical miracles that make you want to do a happy dance — even if you’re sweating through California summer. Today, Jay Williams shares his rollercoaster journey with a game-changing pancreatic cancer drug and how it’s giving him a new lease on life.In this episode: * Jay dives into the journey of finally getting the groundbreaking drug Daraxonrasib after months of red tape and waiting games * How a nerve block turned his terrible back pain into sweet dreams—literally * The science behind KRAS, the “stuck accelerator” of cancer, and how this new drug targets it * The comparison between chemo’s indiscriminate attack and targeted therapies like Daraxonrasib * The importance of self-advocacy and finding doctors who listen (because not all heroes wear scrubs) * Why pancreatic cancer diagnosis is often late, and how early detection could change the game * The hope for combination therapies—immunotherapy plus targeted drugs—and the future of cancer care Interested in being a guest? Drop us a line at cancersuckspodcast@gmail.com. We love sharing your journey!Remember: Cancer might suck, but your life doesn’t have to. Keep fighting, keep laughing, and keep advocating! (this update was recorded on 7/10/26) For more CANCER SUCKS PODCAST ⬇ Follow us on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cancersuckspodcast] for daily updates, laughs, and raw behind-the-scenes moments! Donate to Help Jay Fight Pancreatic Cancer [https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-jay-williams-fight-pancreatic-cancer] Watch the show on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@CANCERSUCKSPodcast] Follow the CANCER SUCKS Playlist! [https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/pl.u-XzzJLCDgW0X6?a=join&it=6AANMSArPz9qukeVrB] Find ALL our links in one place, here! [https://linktr.ee/cancersuckspodcast] Follow Adrienne [https://www.instagram.com/adriennefinch/] Follow Parker [https://www.instagram.com/parkerwilliams90/] For booking and other business inquiries: cancersuckspodcast@gmail.com 00:29 I'm Starting Daraxonrasib! 05:05 Let's talk about Daraxonrasib! Red Tape 06:50 History of Daraxonrasib 09:54 Funny Story About Getting The Drug 17:16 Daraxonrasib First Impressions 17:42 Daraxonrasib vs Chemotherapy - What's The Difference? 21:37 Can Daraxonrasib Cure Pancreatic Cancer? 21:42 Treatment Outlook and Next Steps 23:22 Early Detection and Insurance Barriers 23:46 The Choice Between Quality of Life or Continuing Treatment 24:39 Daraxonrasib's Bright Future 30:08 Living With Cancer and Self-Advocacy 32:33 Hope, Research, and New Treatments 34:59 Finding the Right Doctor 37:55 Knowledge Is Power 39:22 Community, Gratitude, and Staying Positive 43:01 Where to Find Us

3 Years of Pancreatic Cancer, Bad Scan Results, & Daraxonrasib | Stage 4 Cancer Weekly Update

BE A GUEST ON OUR SHOW! 🎙️ Email cancersuckspodcast@gmail.com [cancersuckspodcast@gmail.com] to let us know you want to be a guest. Welcome to this week’s update! Today, Jay talks about hitting 3 years since his original pancreatic cancer diagnosis, how he emotionally copes with bad news, his latest scan results that weren’t great, going on a new chemo, and the government red tape around the new life-saving pancreatic cancer drug Daraxonrasib.  Jay and Adrienne also discuss: - Latest treatments and clinical trials for pancreatic cancer - The importance of advocacy and self-education in healthcare - The role of positivity and mental resilience in battling cancer - Community support and fundraising efforts for cancer research (this update was recorded on 6/28/26) For more CANCER SUCKS PODCAST ⬇ Follow us on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cancersuckspodcast] for daily updates, laughs, and raw behind-the-scenes moments! Donate to Help Jay Fight Pancreatic Cancer [https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-jay-williams-fight-pancreatic-cancer] Watch the show on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@CANCERSUCKSPodcast] Follow the CANCER SUCKS Playlist! [https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/pl.u-XzzJLCDgW0X6?a=join&it=6AANMSArPz9qukeVrB] Find ALL our links in one place, here! [https://linktr.ee/cancersuckspodcast] Follow Adrienne [https://www.instagram.com/adriennefinch/] Follow Parker [https://www.instagram.com/parkerwilliams90/] For booking and other business inquiries: cancersuckspodcast@gmail.com

My Medical Scare, What Chemo Feels Like, & A Trick For Anxiety | Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer WEEKLY UPDATE

Welcome to another WEEKLY UPDATE! Today we’re traveling back in time to October 2025, where Jay explains a recent medical scare he had, describes in detail what getting chemo ACTUALLY feels like, gives us his best tips for pre-chemo anxiety, and takes us back to where he was a year ago today. Jay and Adrienne discuss the joys of teaching, and how grateful we are that Jay is still here fighting the good fight. Thanks everyone, for tuning in! (this update was recorded on 10/19/25) For more CANCER SUCKS PODCAST ⬇ Follow us on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cancersuckspodcast] for daily updates, laughs, and raw behind-the-scenes moments! Donate to Help Jay Fight Pancreatic Cancer [https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-jay-williams-fight-pancreatic-cancer] Watch the show on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@CANCERSUCKSPodcast] Follow the CANCER SUCKS Playlist! [https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/pl.u-XzzJLCDgW0X6?a=join&it=6AANMSArPz9qukeVrB] Find ALL our links in one place, here! [https://linktr.ee/cancersuckspodcast] Follow Adrienne [https://www.instagram.com/adriennefinch/] Follow Parker [https://www.instagram.com/parkerwilliams90/] For booking and other business inquiries: cancersuckspodcast@gmail.com 00:00 - welcome back to Cancer Sucks! 03:24 - let’s roll the episode! 05:42 - this time last year 14:59 - biggest tip for anxiety 15:46 - no chemo this week 18:27 - mentally preparing for chemo 22:08 - introducing a 3rd drug 26:28 - world series baseball 28:57 - how is sleeping? 31:46 - what does getting chemo feel like? 38:26 - staying busy is good 47:05 - subscribe to the podcast!

The Power of Positivity in your Cancer Battle | Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer WEEKLY UPDATE

Welcome to another WEEKLY UPDATE! Today we’re traveling back in time to October 2025, where we continue to explore Jay's journey of battling cancer, the importance of positivity, and how to find joy in everyday moments. We touch on: * Zofran & CBD gummies * Healthcare in the 90's vs now * Going to Disneyland to get his steps in!!! * Forgetting you have cancer * And more genius nuggets on how to stay positive during your battle with cancer Join us for an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, mental health, and living life to the fullest. (this update was recorded on 10/11/2025) For more CANCER SUCKS PODCAST ⬇ Follow us on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cancersuckspodcast] for daily updates, laughs, and raw behind-the-scenes moments! Donate to Help Jay Fight Pancreatic Cancer [https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-jay-williams-fight-pancreatic-cancer] Watch the show on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@CANCERSUCKSPodcast] Follow the CANCER SUCKS Playlist! [https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/pl.u-XzzJLCDgW0X6?a=join&it=6AANMSArPz9qukeVrB] Find ALL our links in one place, here! [https://linktr.ee/cancersuckspodcast] Follow Adrienne [https://www.instagram.com/adriennefinch/] Follow Parker [https://www.instagram.com/parkerwilliams90/] For booking and other business inquiries: cancersuckspodcast@gmail.com 00:00 - Introduction and Context of the Podcast 02:29 - Reflections on Cancer Treatment and Quality of Life 12:50 - Mental Health and Positivity in Cancer Journey 16:39 - Jay's Weekly Update and Work Life 24:47 - Physical Activity Challenges and Adaptations 27:59 - The Power of Positive Environments 30:28 - Balancing Work and Health 33:23 - Collecting Memories: A Visual Journey 36:45 - Gratitude and Perspective on Life 39:49 - Legacy and Family Values 42:44 - The Importance of Perspective in Life

Weight Loss, Platelet Counts, & Managing Chemo Delays | Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer WEEKLY UPDATE

Welcome to another WEEKLY UPDATE! Today we’re traveling back in time to October 2025, where Jay was navigating chemo delays, bad blood cell counts, and discussing the possibility of taking a new pancreatic cancer drug. Jay tells Adrienne the toll that schedule changes have on his mental health, how work is going, and the curiosity of trying to gain weight when he’s only ever tried to lose it. This update may be months old, but every bit of it is still relevant to his current cancer journey, and we’re sure the journey of those around us. Thanks so much for listening! (this update was recorded on 10/2/25) For more CANCER SUCKS PODCAST ⬇ Follow us on INSTAGRAM [https://www.instagram.com/cancersuckspodcast] for daily updates, laughs, and raw behind-the-scenes moments! Donate to Help Jay Fight Pancreatic Cancer [https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-jay-williams-fight-pancreatic-cancer] Watch the show on YOUTUBE [https://www.youtube.com/@CANCERSUCKSPodcast] Follow the CANCER SUCKS Playlist! [https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/pl.u-XzzJLCDgW0X6?a=join&it=6AANMSArPz9qukeVrB] Find ALL our links in one place, here! [https://linktr.ee/cancersuckspodcast] Follow Adrienne [https://www.instagram.com/adriennefinch/] Follow Parker [https://www.instagram.com/parkerwilliams90/] For booking and other business inquiries: cancersuckspodcast@gmail.com