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...

Humor and hope go together. With humor and hope on your side, you can overcome challenges. In this episode, Dr. Brad shares valuable insights and uplifting stories about coping with cancer through humor. He discusses his recent cancer diagnosis and surgery and how humor played a crucial role in his coping journey. Cancer may be one of those things that zaps your energy. But both joy and anger require energy. When you're angry, do you feel better? Most of the time, you feel exhausted and a litt...

Edward is an author, producer, actor, and artist. His famous written book is entitled “Cancer, Musical Theatre, and Other Chronic Illnesses.” In this episode, Edward shared how he fought back after being diagnosed with cancer and emerged fabulously. Edward is living his life, being in a promising career, and enjoying himself. However, tragedy struck, and suddenly, he had one foot in the graveyard. Edward is diagnosed with cancer, lying in the hospital bed, completely different from his happy li...

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Connect and Care: "The Dynamic Healing Duo of God and Friends". Welcome back to "Cancer and Comedy" with your host, Rev. Dr. Brad Miller! In today's episode titled "Connect," we delve into the power of building connections to overcome the challenges we face. As we navigate through the loneliness and depression that COVID has brought upon many of us, it is crucial to find our own light, get back up again, and develop mental toughness. Our guest speaker, Howard Brown, shares his incredible story ...

Free Five Day Healing Through Hope and Humor Course-Day 2: "A" For Taking Action and Attitude Adjustment [Background music fades in] Dr. Brad Miller: "Welcome back to another episode of Cancer and Comedy, the podcast that brings laughter and inspiration to those navigating the challenging path of cancer. I'm your host, Dr. Brad Miller, and I'm thrilled to have you here with me today for episode CC.004.HHH_2_FINAL. In today's show, we have an exciting lineup of stories, humor, and faith-based ...

Free Five Day Healing Through Hope and Humor Course-Day 1: “Crafting Healing through Hope and Humor" Welcome back to another episode of "Cancer and Comedy" with your host, Dr. Brad Miller! In today's episode, titled "Crafting Healing through Hope and Humor," we delve into the fascinating world of connecting healing with hope and humor. Our special guest shares their insight on the A, C, T, and S components of their course, which focuses on action and attitude, connecting with a higher power and...

Welcome to another episode of Cancer and Comedy, where we delve into the world of cancer and explore how humor can play a role in healing and coping. In today's episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Deb Creer, an inspiring woman who has used her own experiences with cancer to create a powerful platform called "Trying Not to Die." Deb's website serves as a resource hub, offering invaluable support and information to those facing the challenges of cancer. Join us as we discuss Deb's j...

Welcome to the Cancer and Comedy Podcast with Dr. Brad Miller, where we turn the grim into a grin. Each week, we'll be exploring the intersection of cancer and comedy, featuring interviews with top cancer doctors, mental health professionals, authors, teachers, entertainers, and comedians who'll share their own cancer stories. Your host is Dr. Brad Miller, a retired pastor with a doctorate in transformational leadership, who'll also be providing a faith-based segment. In each episode, we'll expl...

Welcome to the Cancer and Comedy podcast, the show dedicated to crushing cancer with humor and laughter. Today, we have the fantastic Dr. Brad Miller, the host of the show, sharing his experiences with cancer and the importance of humor in healing. Dr. Brad Miller shares his unique take on facing cancer with positivity and humor, with the occasional dad joke thrown in for good measure. In this episode, he discusses the importance of reflecting on one's faith and spirituality during one's cancer ...