Pink Power Hour

Episode 26 - Stacie Linnell

Stacie Linnell and her husband Dave live in Hastings, where she is a retired elementary teacher who enjoys spending time with their 11 grandchildren, substitute teaching, and supporting other women through their breast cancer journey. At age 56, Stacie was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer and is now a seven-year survivor. She is passionate about helping women navigate their breast cancer experience and advocates for flat closure as a healthy, empowering option after mastectomy. Stacie hopes to offer support, education, and encouragement to those facing similar challenges.

Episode 25 - Steph Kennelly

Steph Kennelly is an educator, cancer survivor, and passionate advocate for cancer patients and cancer research. In 2020, at age 37, she was diagnosed with Stage II invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC), a moment that forever changed the trajectory of her life and work. In 2023, Steph stepped away from her teaching career to serve as Program Manager for the Center for Genome Engineering at the University of Minnesota, where she advances efforts to fund innovative cancer research. Beyond her professional role, she partners with INDY Foundation to design restorative experiences for cancer patients and families through the GVL Thrive program, helping others find moments of hope and renewal during treatment and beyond. Links to all the things talked about in today's episode! Mn oncology thrive video  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Wg2wgGR60c [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Wg2wgGR60c] Golden ball of healing  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roNiR5xY1nk [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roNiR5xY1nk] GVL thrive  https://indy-foundation.org/programs/gvl-thrive/ [https://indy-foundation.org/programs/gvl-thrive/] Connecting through cancer INDY https://rss.com/podcasts/indyfoundation/ [https://rss.com/podcasts/indyfoundation/] Golf tournament  https://www.grandviewlodge.com/golf/golf-tournaments [https://www.grandviewlodge.com/golf/golf-tournaments] How can I help  https://stephanie-kennelly.medium.com/how-can-i-help-b4a090e57f7a [https://stephanie-kennelly.medium.com/how-can-i-help-b4a090e57f7a] Emperor of all maladies  https://www.pbs.org/show/story-cancer-emperor-all-maladies/ [https://www.pbs.org/show/story-cancer-emperor-all-maladies/] Un til it’s cured (donate) med.umn.edu/cge/til [http://med.umn.edu/cge/til] Venn foundation  https://www.vennfoundation.org [https://www.vennfoundation.org/] Instagrams: @stephkennelly @umncge @GVLthrive

Episode 24 - Samantha Harris

Samantha is a powerhouse in the world of entertainment and health advocacy! A 4-time Emmy Award nominee, she’s best known for lighting up our screens for 8 unforgettable seasons as the host of Dancing with the Stars—and she also won the Emmy for her years on Entertainment Tonight! For all the free guides and links from this episode: DM to me on IG or FB @SamanthaHarrisTV   "Clean Beauty" for her vetted toxin-free makeup, skincare, haircare and more that really works to achieve what we need it to do!   "Protein" for the most delicious, clean protein powder   "Smoothie" for my 50-page Smoothies & More recipe guide   "Supplements" to save 15-25% off 100+ brands of supplements that are also regulated, clean, 3rd-party lab tested and delivered right to your door!

Episode 23 - Drew Holm

Drew Holm is a physician assistant/associate that graduated from Bethel University in 2017. He has worked his entire career so far in the medical hematology/oncology specialty.

Episode 22 - Maryann Malec

Maryann Malec is a Senior Development Manager for the American Cancer Society and oversees all things in the "Pink Space" for breast cancer fundraising; Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and Men Wear Pink Campaign here in Minnesota.