Too Young For This Shit | AYA Breast Cancer Podcast21 Des 2023

S3EP15 - Hosts of Cancer Actually Fucking Sucks Podcast

Shauna and Rosalina welcome Maddy Pollack and Shannon Cury, survivors of Hodgkin's and Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma and the cohosts of the podcast "Cancer Actually Fucking Sucks." In this episode, Maddy and Shannon discuss their individual experiences with navigating an under-30 diagnosis, IVF, cancer survivorship, and the tools they used to reconnect their bodies and minds.

They share their personal reasons for starting their own podcast and the tough decision to end their show in early 2024. Although the podcast is ending, Maddy and Shannon are excited to expand their coaching careers and continue to help others in their health journeys.

Episode Timestamps:

[00:02:35] Maddy's Cancer Diagnosis

[00:05:38] Shannon's Cancer Diagnosis

[00:11:13] The "Good" Cancer

[00:12:34] Fertility Preservation

[00:27:56] Genetic Testing

[00:31:31] Finding Your Support Community

[00:37:45] Starting Cancer Actually Fucking Sucks

[00:46:47] Stopping the Podcast

[00:54:26] Cancer and Your Identity

[01:02:14] Lifestyle Changes

[01:14:59] Health Coaching and Breathwork

You can find Maddy and Shannon, their coaching programs, and their podcast on Instagram:

@maddypollak_health

@shancury

@canceractuallysuckspod

Website links can be found in their IG bios.

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