Episodes
Chris and Carrie are joined by Mr. Kevin Crowe, Founder of Give A Mile. Imagine your loved one is nearing the end of life and you cannot afford a flight to see them for one last visit. Listen to hear how Kevin’s organization can help! Have airline miles you aren’t going to use? Donate them! Visit www.giveamile.org for more information.
Published 01/18/23
Carrie is joined by Vernen Todd, her good friend and caregiver during her 2013 sepsis crisis following reconstruction surgery. The two discuss the trauma Vern experienced as a caregiver and he weighs in on a recent episode of dating after breast cancer. #hwcarepodcast #trauma #caregiversupport #thecareprojectinc #breastcancer
Published 01/04/23
Carrie and Lavetta Ross, special co-host, sit down with Michael & Patty Singer to discuss how Michael went from an embarrassed breast cancer patient to an empowered global advocate. #malebreastcancer #breastnotchest #thecareprojectinc #hwcarepodcast #stageivneedsmore
Published 11/30/22
Chris and Carrie discuss what Carrie’s role is as a Certified CareDoula®, also referred to as a Death Doula. She also shares about her first experience with a dying patient. For more info, visit www.CarrieMadrid.com. #hwcarepodcast #deathdoula #hospice #thecareprojectinc
Published 11/16/22
Carrie, Chris and special co-host, Lavetta Ross, discuss a tough topic for many single breast cancer patients; dating. They are joined by fellow podcasters, Chris and Santana, who have NOT had cancer, to get their honest thoughts. ADULT CONTENT. #hwcarepodcast #datingaftercancer #intimacy #breastcancerawareness #thecareprojectinc
Published 10/19/22
Dr. Virgie is back to dive deeper into the details of her book aimed at educating patients on how to manage medical debt. She spells out the three step process in clear and concise language that the average person can comprehend. Pick up your own copy at crushmedicaldebt.com
Published 09/21/22
Carrie chats with fellow Breast Cancer survivor, Merdith. The two met on TikTok and discuss Meridith’s diagnosis during the pandemic, and the power of social media. #cancertok #breastcancer #thecareprojectinc #hwcarepodcast
Published 09/07/22
Carrie and Chris are joined by Dr. Virgie Bright Ellington, an Internal Medicine physician, medical billing expert and two-time cancer survivor. She has written a book called, Crush Medical Debt which you can find on www.crushmedicaldebt.com #HandleWithCare #Love #DrVirgie #CareProject #CancerSucks #CrushMedicalDebt
Published 08/24/22
In this episode, you’ll hear directly from some of TCP’s Survivor Social Club members. They shared their thoughts and feelings on how TCP has supported them over the years. #thecareprojectinc #breastcancersurvivor #metastaticbreastcancer #malebreastcancer #hwcarepodcast #thisisfunner
Published 08/10/22
This episode was recorded live on Tik Tok and is the second half of a previous episode featuring Michelle’s story. This is a great conversation, despite some technical difficulties. #Therapy #Love #Cancer #MentalHealth
Published 07/27/22
In this episode, Carrie speaks with Mark Brown of Dermavitality and Ultimate Vitality. Mark was the oncology nurse to Lesley Nygaard, his business partner, who is a breast cancer Thriver. Together, they created natural radiation creams, spray, lip balm and more! To learn more about these amazing and natural products, visit www.Dermavitality.com #hwcarepodcast #radiation #oncology #naturalproducts #dermavitality
Published 07/13/22
Carrie and Chris went LIVE on Tik Tok to record this special episode with Michelle, a Metastatic Breast Cancer Badass. She shares how she found her tumors, coped with her diagnosis and managed treatments and surgery throughout the pandemic. This episode is sponsored by Cozy Earth. To get a 40% discount, visit carriemadrid.com and use promocode CE-CARRIEMADRID. Follow Michelle on Tik Tok under Michelle Talks Cancer. #hwcarepodcast #sleepcozyearth #metastaticbreastcancer #stageivneedsmore...
Published 06/29/22
Carrie is joined by Aileen Amador Mezza, founder of The Amador Foundation. She shares a bit about her own mental health struggles, her 5150 experiences and self-published book. Learn more by visiting www.AileenAmadorMezza.com #hwcarepodcast #mentalhealth #everydaymentalhealth #endthestigma
Published 06/15/22
Chris and Carrie are joined by Diana Jaurigue to discuss the big changes taking place at Carrie’s nonprofit, The CARE Project, Inc. Like many small businesses and nonprofits, the pandemic has taken a financial toll on operations. Closing? Pivoting? Restructuring? Hear the news directly from Carrie and Diana who run the daily operations. #thecareprojectinc #hwcarepodcast #supportnonprofits #breastcancersurvivor
Published 06/01/22
Carrie is joined by Karen Garrett, another friend from Tik Tok, who shares a bit of her experience going from a Stage III breast cancer diagnosis at age 40 to now living with metastasis to her liver, spine, pelvis and lungs. You can follow her on Tik Tok under SelfKaren78 #metastaticbreastcancer #stageIVneedsmore #breastcancer #hwcarepodcast
Published 05/18/22
Carrie and Chris chat with Lissa Sears about her MS and Breast Cancer experience and the power of social media, especially uniting the survivors who have chosen to remain flat following mastectomy. You can follow this incredible human on IG @homosears, Tik Tok under @justsears as well as on FB and YouTube. #flattie #justsears #breastcancersurvivor #hwcarepodcast
Published 05/04/22
Carrie chats with Yvonne Veronin, coworker and friend of 22 years. They discuss Yvonne’s Stage IV Colon Cancer diagnosis and how she was given a 3% chance to survive, over twenty years ago! #hwcarepodcast #coloncancer #metastaticcancer #cancersurvivor
Published 04/20/22
Lavetta is back to discuss living life to the fullest as a METAVIVOR! She recently celebrated her 6th Cancerversary of her original diagnosis.
Published 04/06/22
Chris and Carrie chat with Registered Dietician and cancer survivor, Regina Topelson. She is the owner of Life Well-Lived and creator of the Wings of Hope program for Breast Cancer survivors. Visit www.Regina Topelson.com to learn more. #breastcancer #hwcarepodcast #nutrition #wellness #cancersurvivor
Published 03/23/22
Carrie is joined by co-host Chris, his wife Evelyn and Milton Jones, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist of Access Nevada Therapy. They discuss how trauma shows up in all types of relationships from coworkers, friendships, spouses and more. Follow our favorite therapist on Tik Tok and IG @atalkspace #hwcarepodcast #mentalhealth #relationships #marriage #therapy #accessnevadatherapy
Published 03/09/22
Carrie speaks to another member of the Man Up To Cancer crew! Joe Bullock was diagnosed with Stage 3B Colorectal cancer following a routine colonoscopy at the age of 50. He shares his experience and how he got connected with www.manuptocancer.com. He went on to become an Empowered Patient Leader for Colontown.org and created Colontown Junior to emotionally support the families of children and teenagers diagnosed with pediatric colorectal cancer. Connect with Joe on Twitter and Instagram...
Published 03/02/22
In this episode, Carrie and Chris are joined by J.J. Singleton who was diagnosed with Stage 2/3 Colon cancer at the age of 27. Just 6 weeks after finishing chemo, in 2016, cancer returned and now he is living with a Stage 4 Terminal diagnosis. #coloncancer #stageIV #terminalcancer #manuptocancer #hwcarepodcast #mentalhealth
Published 02/23/22
Carrie and Chris are joined by Danny Riggs who shares his experience of being diagnosed with Breast Cancer just as the pandemic hit! Imagine being diagnosed with cancer and you cannot take anyone with you to appointments, treatments and such. In 302 days, Danny had 216 procedures, tests, treatments and such, while working full time! He also managed to adopt 2 kids during his cancer extravaganza. #hwcarepodcast #malebreastcancer #breastnotchest #manuptocancer #advocate
Published 02/16/22
Carrie and Chris are joined by Pat Washburn who lost her husband Marlyn to Breast Cancer. Marlyn passed away just months after his shocking diagnosis. Hear Pat and Marlyn's story and the incredible advocacy work Pat is doing in Marlyn's memory. #malebreastcancer #breastnotchest #marlynmobile #breastcancerawareness
Published 02/09/22