Carrie sits down with Darryl Harris, Massage Therapist and CEO of One Touch Massage to chat about the benefits of massage as well as CBD oil. Darryl’s company offers mobile massage services in Los Angeles County, Orange County and the Inland Empire of Southern California. Visit www.onetouchmassage.com to schedule an appointment. #hwcarepodcast #thecareprojectinc #massagetherapy #lymphaticdrainage #breastcancersurvivor #malebreastcancer #massage #tcpwellness...
Apr 28, 2021•42 min
This second episode in a series entitled, "Whining With CARE", was sponsored by Highway 12 Winery. Carrie and Chris are joined by breast cancer survivors, Ayanna, Stori and Diana, as well as metastatic badasses, Heather and Lavetta. We are wine tasting four varietals from Highway 12 Winery while we WHINE about stupid things people say to us about our cancer, etc. Listen and learn what not to say to a cancer patient. Not for sensitive ears! Please support this winery and enjoy a one-time discount...
Apr 21, 2021•54 min
Chris and Carrie chat with Ron Rapaport, a retired Pharmacist now working as a Male Breast Cancer Advocate and Podcast Host. Ron was diagnosed with Stage 1A Breast Cancer in 2019 and underwent a mastectomy. Hear a little of his experience and how he went from embarrassed to empowered, and then became involved with the Male Breast Cancer Coalition. Ron's podcast, It's a Wrap With Rap, can be found on all podcast platforms and focuses on ordinary people doing extraordinary things. #hwcarepodcast #...
Apr 14, 2021•31 min
Chris and Carrie chat with Amy Hartl, Founder and Creator of As We Are Now, Oncology Massage and Lymphatic Drainage Therapist, and woman impacted by breast cancer. We touch on the Silver Lining Syndrome, Toxic Positivity, Advocacy and more. You can learn more about Amy and her private online membership community at amyhartl.com and on Instagram @as.we.are.now #hwcarepodcast #breastcancer #thecareprojectinc #cancerculture #hwcarebook
Apr 07, 2021•40 min
In this episode, Carrie and Chris chat with LympheDIVAS President, Josh Levin. Learn how and why the company was started by his sister Rachel Troxell and fellow breast cancer patient, Robin Miller, in 2006. Unfortunately, Josh's sister Rachel passed away from breast cancer, but she left an incredible legacy of helping patients manage Lymphedema for the rest of their lives, in style! For more information, please visit www.lymphedivas.com . #hwcarepodcast #lymphedivas #lymphedudes #breastcancersup...
Mar 31, 2021•34 min
Carrie chats with Stori Nagel, fellow Breast Cancer Thriver and Co-founder/CEO of Haus of Volta. Stori shares how she grew to embrace her body following cancer and in turn helps others do the same through her nonprofit. For more information, please visit www.hausofvolta.org #hwcarepodcast #hwcarebook #hausofvolta #breastcancerthriver #breastcancerstories #thecareprojectinc #bodypositivity #selflove #keepingitreal
Mar 24, 2021•41 min
In this episode, Carrie and Chris chat with Jennifer Wallace, a Breast Cancer Survivor, Holistic Lifestyle Coach and Podcaster! Jennifer's mission is to aid you in achieving the life you desire through behavioral change, brain health, nutrition and whole body consciousness. You can find Jennifer on Instagram and Facebook by searching "Illuminated with Jennifer Wallace." #hwcarepodcast #breastcancersurvivor #holisticlifestylecoach #breastcancer #appliedneurology #illuminatedwithjenniferwallace #t...
Mar 17, 2021•34 min
In this episode, Carrie is joined by fellow breast cancer survivors, Author, Margaret Lesh and RN Case Manager, Kayte Falconer. Hear how Kayte tracked Margaret down after reading her book, Let Me Get This Off My Chest. The two became friends and formed an online support group. The trio discuss the importance of support groups, coping during the Covid pandemic, vaccines, Margaret and Carrie's new book, HANDLE WITH CARE and much more. #hwcarepodcast #hwcarebook #author #breastcancersurvivor #covid...
Mar 10, 2021•55 min
In this episode, Carrie and Chris sit down with Metastatic Breast Cancer Patient, Kathy Azevedo. Hear the incredible story of how Kathy went from Jazzercise Instructor to City Councilwoman and Mayor, all while being diagnosed with breast cancer, more than once! She is also the Founder of Support Sisterz, a non-profit organization providing financial and emotional support to women with breast and gynecological cancers within the Norco, Corona, Eastvale area of Southern California. Kathy's nuggets...
Mar 03, 2021•48 min
In this episode, Carrie is joined by her best friend and co-founder of The CARE Project, Inc., Christina Gonzalez. Listen in on this random, and funny conversation, about their differences/similarities, dating shenanigans, business and Christina's Covid-19 experience. You don't want to miss this one! Get to know these two women who compare their friendship to Netflix's Grace and Frankie! Can you guess which one is Frankie? #hwcarepodcast #womeninbusiness #singlemoms #shenanigans #thecareprojecti...
Feb 24, 2021•44 min
How do you celebrate special occasions with friends? Happy Hour of course! In this episode, we celebrated Carrie reaching another year with no evidence of disease (NED) This is often referred to as a "Cancerversary" by survivors. We were joined by some special friends to raise a toast, or two, to living every day to the fullest. #hwcarepodcast #thecareprojectinc #breastcancersurvivor #cancerversary #hwcarebook #cheerstothat #happyhour
Feb 17, 2021•35 min
In this episode, we tackle a heated debate. Is it science? Marketing? Race or culture? Carrie and Chris are joined by 3 widows who lost their husbands to breast cancer, as well as Dr. Gary Johnson, to offer his perspective. During a recent call hosted by the Male Breast Cancer Coalition, in which Knowles was a guest speaker, he expressed his strong opinion that male breast cancer should be referred to as male CHEST cancer. He claimed that this marketing angle was best to ease the embarrassment o...
Feb 10, 2021•43 min
Morgyn's is a story of the "Wounded Healer" whose training and experience has also included the necessity of self-healing. Her mission is dance as a healing art and interdisciplinary support for women of all ages to claim and transform their creative centers with self-love, celebrating their unique power and beauty. Morgyn grew up in an artistic, affectionate family but there was addiction and mental illness and she experienced trauma and abuse. In her 20s, she sought help from a spiritual guide...
Feb 03, 2021•36 min
Chris and Carrie speak with Dr. Ashley Beckman, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. Dr. Beckman creates custom healing plans for her clients to transform their health naturally. She can help you optimize your healthy by balancing your hormones, reducing chronic stress, detoxifying the body and so much more. For more info, please visit drashley.com #hwcarepodcast #holistic #epigenetics #bodyburden #supplements #destress #chronicpain #inflammation #acupuncture #longevity #chinesemedicine #...
Jan 27, 2021•50 min
In this episode, Carrie and Chris chat with Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Ed Lobaugh, about all things mental health. Carrie and Chris both share a little of their own experiences dealing with stress, anxiety, PTSD and depression. So many of us, cancer patients or not, deal with some form and degree of anxiety. No longer should mental health be a taboo subject. Let's keep it real and learn from one another on how best to cope with this crazy life. Ed is a graduate from Univ of New Mexico, who ...
Jan 20, 2021•53 min
Carrie chats with fellow Breast Cancer Survivor and Author, Virginia "Ginny" Bartlett. Diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer, Ginny was introduced to Carrie's nonprofit, The CARE Project, Inc., for emotional support. Carrie and Ginny have been friends ever since that first phone call to TCP. Hear how Ginny navigated having no insurance, wanting to take a holistic approach to treatment and how she's doing years later. You can get a copy of Ginny's book, My Lump or My Life; A Journey to "TR...
Jan 13, 2021•39 min
This is the first episode in a series entitled, Whining With CARE. We are tasting ONEHOPE Wines with our sponsor and Cause Entrepreneur, Kelly Smith. ONEHOPE is a Napa Valley Winery that was built on hope and rooted in purpose. Every bottle gives back to a different nonprofit with over $5M donated to date. Our special guests are metastatic thrivers, Lavetta and Heather. We are giving them a platform to WHINE about some of the frustrating things people have said to them since their diagnosis and ...
Jan 06, 2021•56 min
In this episode, Carrie speaks with Ryan Carrigan, her personal attorney, about all things estate planning. Learn the differences between a Will and a Trust, who needs one and what happens if you don't have one. Spoiler alert: Everyone needs to have a trust! Ryan is located in Riverside, California and can be reached at rscarriganlaw@gmail.com . #hwcarepodcast #estateplanning #thecareprojectinc #advancedmedicaldirective #will #trust #powerofattorney...
Dec 30, 2020•38 min
In this episode, Carrie and Chris chat with Carrie's personal trainer ,Tim Crocker. Hear how he had to learn how to train Carrie, and other survivors, with limited range of mobility, scar tissue and so much more. Hear the importance of movement including cardio, weight training and nutrition. Great episode for personal trainers to listen to, in addition to anyone feeling like they just can't work out for any reason! #thecareprojectinc #tcpwellness #hwcarepodcast #personaltraining #wellness #exer...
Dec 23, 2020•37 min
Carrie is joined by the very first client of her nonprofit, The CARE Project, Inc. Hear some of Diana’s breast cancer experience and how she ended up not only in the board room, but is now running the office. You will also learn more about what The CARE Project actually does in their community. Visit www.thecareprojectinc.org for more information. #hwcarepodcast #hwcarebook #thecareprojectinc #breastcancersurvivor #givingback #payitforward...
Dec 16, 2020•51 min
Carrie speaks with Stage IV breast cancer badass, Heather Skipworth. Breast, brain and lung cancer won’t stop Heather from living her best life! Talk about a fantastic perspective. You don’t want to miss this episode. #HWCAREPODCAST #thecareprojectinc #metastaticbreastcancer #breastcancer #stageivneedsmore #hwcarebook #perspectiveiseverything #gratitude #braincancer #lungcancer #singlemom
Dec 09, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Carrie and Co-Host, Chris Donovan, are chatting with three time cancer thriver, Author and Speaker, Dianne Callahan. This is Part 1 of our chat about Dianne’s cancer experience, finding the love of her life and so much more! To check out Dianne's book, use this link https://amzn.to/3619gNN . #hwcarepodcast #hwcarebook #perspective #cancersurvivor #bloodcancer #lymphoma #lls #thecareprojectinc #laughterandlipgloss #lightheartedlife #ThisIsFunner #FunnerFamily...
Dec 02, 2020•32 min
Carrie and Co-Host, Chris Donovan, are chatting with three time cancer thriver, Author and Speaker, Dianne Callahan. This is Part 1 of our chat about Dianne’s cancer experience, finding the love of her life and so much more! To check out Dianne's book, use this link https://amzn.to/3619gNN . #hwcarepodcast #hwcarebook #perspective #cancersurvivor #bloodcancer #lymphoma #lls #thecareprojectinc #laughterandlipgloss #lightheartedlife #ThisIsFunner #FunnerFamily...
Nov 25, 2020•47 min
Carrie checks in with Sacramento State Basketball Player, Deshaun Highler, as the second anniversary of his mother’s death just passed. Jennifer “Jenny” Lake was diagnosed with breast cancer when Deshaun was only 17 and passed a couple of years later. Hear how he handled her diagnosis, treatment, passing and how he’s thriving now! #hwcarepodcast #hwcarebook #thecareprojectinc #teamjenny #breastcancersupport #breastcancer #triplenegativebreastcancer
Nov 18, 2020•35 min
Carrie speaks with Tiffany Yelverton, founder of Entice Me Stories, Inc. and Sexy Survivors. Tiffany is an expert on chemicals and toxins in sexual wellness products and the effect on our sexual health and wellness. She has worked with thousands of individuals and couples to improve their lives. #thecareprojectinc #hwcarepodcast #hwcarebook #sexaftercancer #intimacy
Nov 11, 2020•40 min
Carrie speaks with Dr. Gail Jackson, an expert in bio-identical hormones and so much more. Dr. Jackson shares about the “Lady Lyft” procedure she performs for vaginal restoration and balancing hormones in men and women. For more information visit www.drgailjackson.com #hwcarepodcast #vaginalrestoration #breastcancersurvivor #hwcarebook #menopause #hormones #sexaftercancer
Nov 04, 2020•32 min
Carrie speaks with Peggy Miller about her son being diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of twenty four. Peggy is the Director of the Male Breast Cancer Coalition. For more info visit www.malebreastcancercoalition.org #hwcarepodcast #thecareprojectinc #hwcarebook #menhavebreaststoo #togetherwewillchangetheworld #malebreastcancer
Oct 28, 2020•43 min
In this episode, Carrie speaks with fellow breast cancer survivor, Michael Singer. He shares about initially being embarrassed and referring to his cancer as “chest cancer” vs breast cancer, as well as how he stumbled onto the Male Breast Cancer Coalition and became a Lead Advocate. #hwcarepodcast #menhavebreaststoo #malebreastcancercoalition #breastcanceradvocate #stageivneedsmore #malebreastcancersurvivor #advocacy
Oct 21, 2020•55 min
Carrie speaks with Tammy about losing her husband Mike to breast cancer. Hear some of the challenges men face while navigating this disease. Tammy and Mike met on Friday, talked all day Saturday, had their first date on Sunday and never looked back! She never dreamed she would have to perform CPR to save her husband's life during a Laker game, let alone face breast cancer together. Be sure to check out Tammy's Huffington Post article which went viral globally. #hwcarepodcast #malebreastcancer #m...
Oct 14, 2020•46 min
Listen in on a conversation between Carrie and her son, Anthony. Hear how he learned of her diagnosis while stationed in Korea, serving in the United States Air Force. Anthony shares his reaction to the initial diagnosis, watching the staples be removed post mastectomy, taking his mom to chemo and his own lifestyle choice of going Vegan. #HWCAREPODCAST #HWCAREBOOK #TRIPLENEGATIVEBREASTCANCER #THECAREPROJECTINC #BREASTCANCER #MENTALHEALTHMATTERS #PTSD #BREASTCANCERSURVIVOR
Oct 07, 2020•43 min
