Darleen Mahoney is Dr. Brad Miller’s guest on Episode 33 of “Cancer and Comedy Podcast.” Darleen is the National Digital Sales Director of SeniorLivingGuide.com SeniorLivingGuide.com provides information to help seniors and their families find assisted living and home care solutions. It also has resources for seniors on home health, active adult communities, and skilled nursing facilities. In this episode, Darleen will share her personal experiences and insights about caring for aging parents...

Today, our guest is Dr. George F. Ellis. He is an American physician and urologic surgeon who has performed thousands of urologic procedures over his medical career. Dr. Ellis is also a writer and filmmaker. He runs his own film production company, Coronado Beach Productions, through which he has produced and funded several films. In this episode, Dr. George Ellis discussed his volunteer medical work treating underserved patients. He also shared his passion for storytelling through filmmaking a...

In this episode of the Cancer and Comedy Podcast, Dr. Brad Miller talks about coping with difficulties through laughter and tears. He shares personal experiences dealing with the death of a family member, where he felt both deep sadness and joyful memories. Dr. Miller explains that while crying is important for the release of emotions, laughter provides perspective that can help transcend suffering. It allows us to focus outward on positive impacts others have had, rather than inward on our own...

In this special episode, Dr. Brad Miller reflects on the legacy of his uncle Rick, who recently passed away. Dr. Brad Miller shares heartfelt memories of his favorite uncle, from learning basketball to coaching little league. Despite facing adversity, Uncle Rick's story inspires resilience and courage. Dr. Brad also discusses concepts such as anticipatory grief and finding joy in life's challenges. Through Uncle Rick's example, Dr. Miller emphasizes the power of humor, travel, and human conn...

In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Brad Miller opens up about his personal journey grappling with a recent prostate cancer diagnosis, setting the stage for a touching discussion on the vital role of the community in facing health challenges. Dr. Brad Miller shares his experience of attending Podfest Expo, where he crossed paths with remarkable individuals who shared their stories of resilience in the face of cancer. Notable figures include Deb Kerier, a spirited breast cancer warrior now a co-host...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Brad Miller and Deb Krier discuss the overwhelming burden of dealing with cancer, particularly during the holiday season. To overcome the feeling of burden, remember these tips: Acknowledge and allow yourself to feel the burden rather than trying to pretend you're not feeling it. Give yourself grace by taking breaks when needed through naps or time alone. Focus on experiences with loved ones rather than just gifts or activities Spend quality time with family and...

Todd Keitz is Dr. Brad Miller’s guest on Episode 27 of “Cancer and Comedy Podcast.” Todd is the founder of My Care Friends LLC, an online community and resource platform for caregivers and patient advocates. Their goal is to provide a safe and secure community where they can connect with other like-minded, spirited, and like-challenged individuals in caregiving and advocacy roles. In this episode, Todd will share his journey as a caregiver and how it led him to create My Care Friends LLC, the ...

Courtney Elmer is Dr. Brad Miller's guest on today’s episode of the "Cancer and Comedy Podcast." Courtney is the CEO of The EffortLESS Life. Every year, she assists hundreds of entrepreneurs in simplifying and scaling their businesses using a proven new approach to work smarter, not harder. She developed The EffortLESS Life Method to help struggling entrepreneurs understand why stress, overwhelm, and burnout occur, even when they are pursuing their passion. In this episode, Courtney shares how...

Welcome to this episode of “Cancer And Comedy Podcast.” As we transition from one year to another, Dr. Brad Miller takes us on an inspiring journey in this New Year's episode of the "Cancer and Comedy" podcast. Delving into the challenges of facing a grim diagnosis, Dr. Miller introduces a unique 4-part process called the ACTS plan to guide listeners toward a more fulfilling and purposeful life. The episode explores humor, spirituality, and actionable steps to navigate detours and setbacks with...

In Episode 24 of the Cancer and Comedy Podcast, Dr. Brad Miller and Deb Krier dive into the unique challenges of navigating cancer during the Christmas season. Dr. Brad shares his personal experience of being diagnosed with cancer around Christmas 2022, and how the podcast has become a platform to leverage his journey, ministry experience, and love of comedy to serve others. Dr. Brad discusses the emotional impact of facing cancer during the holidays, sharing personal stories and coping mechani...

Cody is an anchor at WISH TV in Indianapolis, Indiana. He hosts two shows on WISH TV: "Lifestyle Live," a nationally syndicated television program, and the "All Indiana" program, an infotainment show focusing on stories and happenings in Central Indiana. In this episode, Cody shares how he overcame the challenges of his daughter's cancer journey as a child, dealing with medical trials, emotional difficulties, and the impact on his family. He talks about using his platform to help others by sha...

Alice Grasset joins Dr. Brad Miller on this episode of "Cancer and Comedy Podcast." Alice is a remarkable individual who has navigated through the challenges of breast cancer and transformed her journey into a purposeful life. She is the founder of Sparkles of Grace, a company that offers yoga, meditation, and coaching to support women in recovery from breast cancer. In this inspiring conversation, Alice shares her experience with psilocybin-assisted therapy, highlighting its impact on anxiety ...

Kim Hamer is Dr. Brad Miller’s guest on Episode 162 of “The Beyond Adversity Podcast.” Kim is the the author of "100 Acts of Love." A Girlfriend’s Guide to Loving Your Friend through Cancer or Loss, an easy-to-read book filled with 100 practical, quick, and effective ways to support a friend or coworker. In this episode Kim shared how she overcame the emotional and practical challenges with her husband's cancer diagnosis. She talks about the importance of providing meaningful support, commun...

In this episode of “The Cancer Comedy Podcast,” we have Dr. Brad Miller and Co-host Deb Krier. Hosted by Dr. Brad Miller, the Cancer and Comedy is all about stories of hope and inspiration infused with humor to lift up people suffering from cancer. Dr. Brad and Deb talked about their gratitude and thankfulness in the context of dealing with cancer and the importance of humor in coping with such a challenging situation. They also touched on the significance of caregivers and expressed their app...

In this episode of “The Cancer Comedy Podcast,” we have our exceptional guest, Talaya Dendy. Talaya is the owner and CEO of On the Other Side LLC. She is also a cancer coach, cancer health equity consultant, mental health first aider, and podcaster. Talaya's personal experience overcoming cancer inspired her to devote her life's work to advising, supporting, and empowering others diagnosed with cancer. Listen in as Talaya narrates the time she was diagnosed with cancer, the emotions she felt,...

In this episode, Dr. Brad Miller will tackle a serious feeling that people go through, which is loneliness. He will site some quotes from entertainers and comedians on how to deal with loneliness, Mike Birbiglia, a famous comedian and actor, had the experiences of feeling loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Mike shares that sometimes, he goes to a movie by himself, pretending that he is on a date with an imaginary girlfriend. Bo Burham, comedian, singer, and filmmaker, suffers from mental iss...

Angie Reed is a life coach and author of "Identity Crisis". She has the latest book that talks about overcoming challenges in life, family, and her career in dealing with the impact of stroke called "Invisible Scars". In this episode, Angie shared her life story and growing up with her stepfather Charlie whom he treasured most of her time with laughter on his sense of humor and dad jokes during her formative years. He died when she was 15 in 1985 but he never let her down in looking to the brig...

David Chudyk is a seasoned financial professional. He embarked on his career in the financial services sector in 2002. In 2005, he seized an opportunity to acquire an insurance and financial services agency in Seneca, SC, eventually earning the esteemed Certified Financial Planner™ designation in 2006. David's philosophy centers on guiding his clients, empowering them to make optimal financial decisions aligned with their values. His comprehensive approach to financial planning covers various a...

Rik is a professional comedian and speaker who delivers clean comedy and creative keynotes for those who seek fun and engaging programs. He is also cast in the movie and television series Mayberry Man. In this episode, Rik shares his career in comedy and how he finds his calling as a Christian comedian. Rik also talks about the challenge he faced for his health having prostate cancer and how he heals from it using humor. Rik always loved comedy. Since his junior high school, he has always enga...

In today’s episode, Mark talks about struggles in his life managing his family with ADHD diagnosis. He also shares the pain and grief he has gone through from the people who passed away because of cancer and addiction. Dealing with a mental disorder in this world is tough, especially if you and your family have it. As such, Mark talks about leaving his career in the logistics world to focus on managing his family. He threw himself into advocating proper treatment and diagnosis for people with ...

Cancer and Comedy features stories of hope and inspiration infused with humor to lift up people suffering from cancer. Dr. Brad shares how play therapy and doing things for fun can help reduce anxiety, improve mood, and promote coping and resilience. He discusses the importance of finding joy and playfulness even in the face of serious challenges like cancer. Cancer and Comedy Podcast Episode _ is an invaluable resource for those seeking inspiration and practical guidance on navigating the cha...

Fred Rutman is an author, podcaster, and motivational speaker. He’s had careers in academia, marketing, and life insurance. Fred is affectionately known as "Repeatedly Dead Fred," a nickname earned through a series of statistically improbable medical misadventures spanning the last 11 years. His medical trauma memoir, "The Summer I Died 20 Times," paints a vivid picture of his journey, involving numerous instances of clinical death, brain trauma, post-concussion syndrome, and the subsequent str...

Howard Brown is a Silicon Valley entrepreneur, two-time stage IV cancer survivor, author, speaker, volunteer, peacemaker, and healthcare advocate. He is the author of the book" Shining Brightly: A Memoir of Resilience and Hope by a two-time cancer survivor, Silicon Valley entrepreneur, and interfaith peacemaker," to shows us how to reach out through our families, our communities, and around the world to form truly supportive connections and friendships. He has been honored and awarded for outs...

Ray Edwards is a Communications Strategist and a Copywriter. He is the author of the book "Read This or Die!: Persuading Yourself to a Better Life," which is a book that will make you think, in addition to "How to Write Copy That Sells," which is an Amazon best-seller. Ray has collaborated on writing and marketing with some of the most influential people in the fields of business and leadership. His marketing strategies and convincing writing have been responsible for the generation of an esti...