Thrive Against Cancer Podcast

Thrive Against Cancer: Episode 28 - Dr. Aziza Sesay

In this episode, Toby sits down with Dr. Aziza Sesay, an award-winning GP educator, honorary senior clinical lecturer, and medical broadcaster. Celebrated for her contributions to health education, awareness, and advocacy, she empowers audiences with evidence-based health information focusing on women's health, cancer awareness, mental health, and health inequality. Join us for the conversation as she shares her story! About Us: Welcome to the Thrive Against Cancer Podcast, hosted by Toby Freeman, Robin Cancer Trust founder and cancer advocate. This podcast brings you real, raw conversations with individuals who have been touched by cancer. Every two weeks, we share stories, lessons, and advice from those who have experienced the profound impact of cancer, exploring the topics that unite us. Whether you’ve been personally affected, are supporting someone with cancer, or simply want to learn more about the cancer community, this is the podcast for you. Website: https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk [https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk/] Tiktok: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.tiktok.com/@thriveagainstcancer] Instagram: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.instagram.com/thriveagainstcancer/?hl=en] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Thrive Against Cancer: Episode 27 - Dylan Spaull

In this episode, Toby sits down with Dylan Spaull, who battled testicular cancer when he was just 19 years old. He is now 26 and passionate about openly discussing the taboo subject of testicular self-checking. Dylan won BBC Three’s ‘Go Hard or Go Home’ TV Show featuring Ashley Cain, and creates content working closely with charities promoting cancer awareness in teens and young people.  Join us for the conversation as he shares his story! About Us: Welcome to the Thrive Against Cancer Podcast, hosted by Toby Freeman, Robin Cancer Trust founder and cancer advocate. This podcast brings you real, raw conversations with individuals who have been touched by cancer. Every two weeks, we share stories, lessons, and advice from those who have experienced the profound impact of cancer, exploring the topics that unite us. Whether you’ve been personally affected, are supporting someone with cancer, or simply want to learn more about the cancer community, this is the podcast for you. Website: https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk [https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk/] Tiktok: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.tiktok.com/@thriveagainstcancer] Instagram: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.instagram.com/thriveagainstcancer/?hl=en] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Thrive Against Cancer: Episode 26 - Clare Sacco

In this episode, Toby sits down with Clare Sacco, who was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019 at 25. After undergoing treatment, Clare thought she had conquered it, but in 2023 her cancer returned, this time incurable but treatable. Claire is passionate about raising awareness for incurable cancer, after noticing a gap in support for adults 18-40 facing it. She has founded a charity called Embers to fill that gap, providing information and community to support these young adults who need it most. Join us for the conversation as she shares her story! About Us: Welcome to the Thrive Against Cancer Podcast, hosted by Toby Freeman, Robin Cancer Trust founder and cancer advocate. This podcast brings you real, raw conversations with individuals who have been touched by cancer. Every two weeks, we share stories, lessons, and advice from those who have experienced the profound impact of cancer, exploring the topics that unite us. Whether you’ve been personally affected, are supporting someone with cancer, or simply want to learn more about the cancer community, this is the podcast for you. Website: https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk [https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk/] Tiktok: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.tiktok.com/@thriveagainstcancer] Instagram: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.instagram.com/thriveagainstcancer/?hl=en] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Thrive Against Cancer: Episode 25 - Stephen Clarke

In this episode, Toby sits down with Stephen Clarke, who was diagnosed with testicular cancer in May 2014. After being sick for 14 months, in hospital for 116 days, and being given two weeks to live, a stem cell donor saved Stephen’s life in 2015. 8 years later, he solo-travelled South America for 14 months to match the number of days he spent in hospital, but ended up travelling for 414 days instead! Join us for the conversation as he shares his story! About Us: Welcome to the Thrive Against Cancer Podcast, hosted by Toby Freeman, Robin Cancer Trust founder and cancer advocate. This podcast brings you real, raw conversations with individuals who have been touched by cancer. Every two weeks, we share stories, lessons, and advice from those who have experienced the profound impact of cancer, exploring the topics that unite us. Whether you’ve been personally affected, are supporting someone with cancer, or simply want to learn more about the cancer community, this is the podcast for you. Website: https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk [https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk/] Tiktok: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.tiktok.com/@thriveagainstcancer] Instagram: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.instagram.com/thriveagainstcancer/?hl=en] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Thrive Against Cancer: Episode 24 - Alia Romagnoli

In this episode, Toby sits down with Alia Romagnoli, a talented photographer and visual artist working in arts education. Her world was turned upside down when she went from shooting photos to falling ill frequently and ending up in the hospital, where she was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma. Join us as she shares her story! About Us: Welcome to the Thrive Against Cancer Podcast, hosted by Toby Freeman, Robin Cancer Trust founder and cancer advocate. This podcast brings you real, raw conversations with individuals who have been touched by cancer. Every two weeks, we share stories, lessons, and advice from those who have experienced the profound impact of cancer, exploring the topics that unite us. Whether you’ve been personally affected, are supporting someone with cancer, or simply want to learn more about the cancer community, this is the podcast for you. Website: https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk [https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk/] Tiktok: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.tiktok.com/@thriveagainstcancer] Instagram: / @thriveagainstcancer [https://www.instagram.com/thriveagainstcancer/?hl=en] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.