The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk

Navigating a cancer diagnosis, treatment, or recovery comes with complex decisions, unpredictable side effects, and daily challenges—but it doesn’t have to feel completely heavy or overwhelming. The Cancer Pod is an integrative oncology podcast designed to provide patients, survivors, and caregivers with practical, evidence-based tools, honest conversations, and just the right amount of humor to keep things grounded.

Hosted by Leah Sherman, ND, FMCP-M, RYT, the show bridges the gap between conventional cancer care and natural medicine. Drawing on her clinical expertise working in integrative cancer centers as a licensed Naturopathic Doctor, alongside her own personal experience, Leah delivers science-backed guidance to help manage side effects, navigate cancer survivorship, and debunk popular health myths. Episode range from interviews with experts in their field, practical health strategies, and real, relatable perspectives from #cancerinsiders, everyday people who have used their own diagnosis to inform, advocate for, and support others.

No matter where you are on the cancer continuum, The Cancer Pod offers a lighthearted, supportive space with the evidence, insights, and community you need to navigate the road ahead with clarity and confidence.

Support the podcast and join our community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecancerpod

Disclaimer: This podcast is for education, entertainment, and informational purposes only. Do not apply any of this information without first speaking to your doctor. The views and opinions expressed on this podcast by the hosts and their guests are solely their own.

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Episoder(125)

Leah's Story Part 2 #CancerInsider

Leah’s story picks up where Part 1 left off. We update you on what’s happening with that suspicious area on her MRI, continue talking about details of her past treatment and integrate some lessons a...

26 Okt 202231min

Leah's Story Part 1 #cancerinsider

Leah has the dubious distinction of being our #cancerinsider. In this episode, she shares her history of diagnosis and treatment while seeing patients at an integrative cancer center. Join us in this ...

19 Okt 202244min

Who's in Your Pod? Mary Barnhart, MD: The Breast Surgeon

Dr. Mary Barnhart is a former dietitian and retired breast surgeon. From the idea of spreading tumors with biopsies (true or false?) to who gets to pick the music in the OR, Tina & Leah ask some tough...

5 Okt 20221h 4min

Who's in Your Pod? Sammy Peterson: The Oncology Dietitian

Sammy Peterson, RD, CSO (Certified Specialist in Oncology), talks about an approach to diet and wellness that won’t leave you stressed out. Join us in this engaging chat. Guaranteed you’ll be ready to...

21 Sep 202255min

Who's in Your Pod? Amy Rothenberg, ND: The Naturopathic Doctor

Join us as we chat with naturopathic physician, teacher, author, and cancer survivor Dr. Amy Rothenberg. Dr. Rothenberg had been a naturopathic physician for 30+ years when she was diagnosed with can...

14 Sep 202258min

Curcumin: Supplements 101

Curcumin is what makes turmeric orange. It is also a very popular supplement. What does it do exactly? How should it be taken? How is it used in integrative oncology? Can you take it with chemo? Tina ...

31 Aug 202244min

Mushrooms: Supplements 101

Mushrooms are a valuable food and medicine, but which ones are best? Are they safe during treatment for cancer? What’s the proper dose? Do they really affect immune function? Tina & Leah discuss all o...

24 Aug 202242min

Glutamine: Supplements 101

L-glutamine is a "conditionally essential" amino acid. What's that? Tune in & find out: what glutamine is, what it does, and when you shouldn't be taking it. Tina & Leah discuss generalities and then ...

17 Aug 202237min