John Richardson, Founder & Chief Visionary Officer of Operation World Without Cancer and Founder of Richardson Nutritional Center, passionately shares his family's advocacy for Laetrile, a natural cancer treatment derived from apricot seeds, and recounts powerful success stories in its application. The episode provokes critical questions about the mainstream medical approach to cancer and encourages listeners to explore natural remedies as essential health strategies. • The origins of John's...
Feb 11, 2025•52 min•Ep. 117
David and Kathy Peters share their journey following David's stage four prostate cancer diagnosis, focusing on their choice to pursue natural healing rather than conventional treatments. Highlighting the importance of community, diet, and emotional resilience, they encourage others to embrace holistic approaches to health. • David's prostate cancer diagnosis and initial reactions • The decision to pursue natural healing methods • Importance of community support through their journey • Dietary ch...
Jan 28, 2025•39 min•Ep. 116
This episode discusses the alarming rise of cancer in young adults, examining the environmental, dietary, and emotional factors involved. The conversation emphasizes holistic healing, the role of detoxification, and practical strategies for reducing health risks related to toxins and EMF exposure. • Discussion on increasing cancer rates among young adults • Exploration of environmental toxins and lifestyle choices • Importance of detoxification and nutrition • Insights into the role of emotional...
Jan 21, 2025•34 min•Ep. 115
Jennifer Reiner shares her journey from personal loss and grief to healing and faith. Her experiences, including her nursing career and battles with cancer, reveal the profound link between emotional trauma and physical health, emphasizing holistic healing. • Exploring Jennifer's background in nursing and EMS • Impact of 9/11 on her personal and professional life • The transition to North Carolina and adjusting to change • Coping with the deaths of her parents • Shift from conventional cancer tr...
Jan 14, 2025•47 min•Ep. 114
Marlies Alves shares her journey from being a registered nurse to becoming a cancer patient, highlighting the importance of nutrition in overall health. She candidly discusses her experiences with acute myeloid leukemia, conventional cancer treatment, and how she found healing through holistic practices. • Growing up in Rhode Island after losing her father • Becoming a nurse and her early experiences in healthcare • Mother’s colon cancer diagnosis sparks a passion for nutrition • Navigating her ...
Jan 07, 2025•36 min•Ep. 113
Dr. Francisco Contreras, Director of Oasis of Hope Hospital, shares his insights on maintaining miracles in cancer care. His holistic philosophy prioritizes non-harmful therapies and the power of diet. Move beyond the traditional and embrace the compassionate approach demonstrated by Oasis of Hope, which is inspired by medical principles like "first, do no harm." He discusses his book, "The Art and Science of Undermining Cancer," and its intent to equip patients with the wisdom to make informed ...
Dec 17, 2024•32 min•Ep. 112
Learn about herbal medicine with Jane Barlow-Christensen, who has continued on her fathers mission, as she shares about the profound impact of plant remedies on brain health and overall wellness. Jane, a seasoned expert, shares her story of inheriting her father's legacy. Discover how natural remedies can contribute to your health as we highlight the vital role of the brain as the body's hungriest organ and how improving its oxygen and circulation can lead to a healthier, longer life, while disc...
Dec 10, 2024•43 min•Ep. 111
Four year Idaho HealingStrong Group Leader, Benjamin Canales, shares his inspiring journey from his New York roots to overcoming cancer to now leading a free support group based in holistic health. In 2016, Ben received his cancer diagnosis, and described the initial symptoms. Ben also mentions the spiritual journey that emerged as an integral part of his healing process. Learn from Ben's insights as he highlights the deep impact of faith, community, and holistic healing in his path to recovery....
Dec 03, 2024•32 min•Ep. 110
Diagnosed in 2011 at the age of 44, Jennifer Dickenson, a successful lawyer, shares her journey and transformation as a result of brain cancer. Jennifer received an official diagnosis of Glioblastoma Multiforme (grade 4 Brain Cancer) and in this interview, she covers the pressures of managing a large law firm during the financial crisis of 2007-2008 and how it took a toll on her health. This led to a crucial wake-up call and a reevaluation of life's true priorities. Jennifer's story is not just...
Nov 26, 2024•35 min•Ep. 109
This episode continues our conversation with Olympic gold medalist Scott Hamilton, who overcame childhood health challenges to achieving success in figure skating displays the value of resilience and perseverance. Scott shares his unique story as an adopted child, along with a humorous recollection of an early ice-skating mishap that nearly stopped his career before it even began. Scott is an Olympic Champion, cancer survivor, television broadcaster, motivational speaker, author, husband/father ...
Nov 19, 2024•29 min•Ep. 108
This episode features a conversation with Olympic gold medalist Scott Hamilton, who overcame childhood health challenges to achieving success in figure skating displays the value of resilience and perseverance. Scott shares his unique story as an adopted child, along with a humorous recollection of an early ice-skating mishap that nearly stopped his career before it even began. Scott is an Olympic Champion, cancer survivor, television broadcaster, motivational speaker, author, husband/father and...
Nov 12, 2024•35 min•Ep. 107
Shakira Porter, who likes to be referred to as Kira and California HealingStrong Group Leader, faced an unexpected pancreatic cancer diagnosis at the age of 47, despite feeling like she led a seemingly healthy life. Kira continues her story of an urgent surgery and a challenging recovery. She candidly shares the unexpected moments, like finding irony in hospital meals and the profound relief of discovering her cancer was contained. Throughout her experience, Kira’s belief in a greater plan and h...
Oct 29, 2024•32 min•Ep. 106
Shakira Porter, who likes to be referred to as Kira and California HealingStrong Group Leader, faced an unexpected pancreatic cancer diagnosis at the age of 47, despite feeling like she led a seemingly healthy life. She reflects on her childhood in Hawaii, with an abusive alcoholic father, and recreational drugs, she also shares how faith began to play a part in her upbringing. Navigating the maze of modern healthcare, Kira shares her insights on being proactive. From the discovery of a pancreat...
Oct 22, 2024•33 min•Ep. 105
Dr. Lauren Cohen, Director of Events & Executive Brand Ambassador for RGCC North America, shares her expertise and wisdom both from her background in chiropractic and emotional healing work to becoming a cancer patient advocacy. Dr. Lauren's world changed when faced with the dual diagnoses of her mother and sister, propelling her into the cancer world with a deeply personal lens. Alongside her, learn about the power of functional medicine, where Dr. Lauren explains how understanding the unde...
Oct 15, 2024•37 min•Ep. 104
From Pop-Tarts and Cherry Coke to a holistic, anti-cancer lifestyle. Jenny Bradley shares her inspiring personal journey after being diagnosed with breast cancer in her 30's. Through a blend of conventional and holistic therapies, she found strength and hope to thrive. Jenny opens up about the emotional roller coaster of a cancer diagnosis, from the initial shock to her proactive decisions that followed. She's not just battling cancer; she's living a vibrant life through integrative approaches l...
Oct 08, 2024•38 min•Ep. 103
What does it take to find true healing after escaping a war-torn country and facing lifelong challenges? Cindy Jewell shares her incredible journey from being born with polio, escaping Vietnam, running away and being trafficked in her youth and eventual escape, being in an abusive marriage and eventual cancer diagnosis. Cindy's story demonstrates and testifies to the human spirit and spiritual strength that helped her continue on in her journey. Her story is one of resilience and triumph, eventu...
Oct 01, 2024•33 min•Ep. 102
HealingStrong Group Leader and mother of 6, Stacy Loftis, whose inspiring journey of faith and perseverance will encourage you. Stacy shares her story of her cancer journey with an unshakable trust in God, and how her faith guided her and her husband through some of her most challenging moments. Despite a cancer diagnosis being overwhelming, Stacy’s story brings hope found in the power of community and faith. Drawing parallels to the biblical story of Elijah, she helps us understand how even the...
Sep 24, 2024•42 min•Ep. 101
It's too good not to replay to celebrate 100 episodes, so here is our dear friend and supporter again, Chris Wark. Have you heard of the Beat Cancer Mindset? This episode with our guest, Chris Wark of Chris Beat Cancer, discusses the profound impact of adopting lifestyle changes, maintaining a positive attitude, and making informed diet choices. Our guest, initially overwhelmed by his diagnosis, shares how he turned his life around with the help of God leading him to resources like George Malkmu...
Sep 17, 2024•43 min•Ep. 100
Lisa Tarantino, HealingStrong Group Leader shares her story, which began with being post-menopausal. Through advocating for a biopsy for herself, she found out she was diagnosed with stage 3c endometrial cancer in 2017. After feeling blind-sided, she followed the lead of her doctors and went forward with surgery, which began a series of surgeries and chemo to follow. Despite the beginning of her journey approach, she knew God could help her more and instinctively she needed to change some emoti...
Sep 10, 2024•30 min•Ep. 99
Eric and Debbie Emms, HealingStrong Group Leaders, share their incredible journey of faith, holistic healing, and dedication to a plant-based lifestyle. When Debbie's father was diagnosed with glioblastoma brain cancer, they observed the world of conventional treatments, while searching for alternatives. Debbie turned to Ty Bollinger's "The Truth About Cancer," setting the couple on a path to explore holistic healing. Initially met with skepticism by Eric to change his nutrition happened to all ...
Sep 03, 2024•36 min•Ep. 98
Katherine Scott shares her incredible journey from the Irish countryside to the bustling streets of London. Katherine recounts her early days at the foot of a mountain near the Atlantic Ocean and her move to London at 17, where she gained experience in roles from bookkeeping to the county council administration. Katherine then opens up about her initial symptoms, facing her diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma, and the struggle with the decision to undergo chemotherapy. She also shares about her expl...
Aug 27, 2024•34 min•Ep. 97
We go through a journey with Lorre Faszholz, HealingStrong Group Leader, who found a red spot and recounts the journey from the first alarming signs of melanoma to her invasive diagnosis. Lorre's story reminds us how important it is to be our own advocate. Lorre received a stage 1, and later on, a stage 4 metastatic melanoma diagnosis She shares the emotions and pivotal decisions involved in her treatment, including the anxiety of undergoing a biopsy and the overwhelming relief of finding streng...
Aug 20, 2024•40 min•Ep. 96
Hayley Dubin joins us to share her story of how impactful stress can be on one's health. Hayley was diagnosed with cancer at the young age of 29, regardless of leading, what she thought, to be a healthy lifestyle. Hayley takes us through the early days of her diagnosis, her medical journey, and the eventual moment of clarity when her tumor was discovered. Her story serves as a harsh reminder of the unseen impact stress can have on our bodies, even for those who appear outwardly healthy. Hayley s...
Aug 13, 2024•35 min•Ep. 95
A HealingStrong Group Leader, Alison Sabino, shares her painful yet inspiring journey through cancer treatment and holistic healing. Ali opens up about her chemotherapy side effects, and the profound and pivotal moment she decided to stop traditional treatment. It will bring tears to your eyes. Ali begins by sharing waking up on her 50th birthday, only to be rushed to the emergency room with excruciating abdominal pain. Ali recalls the shock when she received her cancer diagnosis, because she me...
Aug 06, 2024•35 min•Ep. 94
HealingStrong Group Leader, Julia Mora, shares her courageous journey from peak physical condition to a life-altering colorectal cancer diagnosis in 2011. Julia reflects on the early symptoms, the emotional impact on her family, and facing cancer head-on with resilience and determination. Julia's intense path from initial misdiagnosis to critical surgery and the rollercoaster of emotions that came with frequent medical check-ups and the eventual relief of being cancer-free in 2015. Her story is ...
Jul 30, 2024•39 min•Ep. 93
Revamp your approach to healthy living with insights from celebrity chef Christina Pirello, who transformed her own life with a diet overhaul following a terminal cancer diagnosis. Christina reveals the simplicity of crafting nutritious meals using fresh ingredients and basic staples like lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. By focusing on knife techniques and embracing the joy of cooking, she makes healthy eating accessible and practical for everyone, debunking the myth that nutritious meals requi...
Jul 23, 2024•29 min•Ep. 92
Christina Pirello, an emmy-winning celebrity chef, shares her extraordinary journey from her Italian roots to becoming a renowned authority in holistic health and nutrition. Christina's story is a testament to the power of change in daily nutrition, as a driving force in healing. Christina recounts her family traditions that shaped her culinary passions and how these early experiences influenced her path towards a healthier lifestyle later on. Christina's life took a dramatic turn when she was f...
Jul 16, 2024•32 min•Ep. 91
Ever wonder how a career in corrections can prepare someone for the battle of a lifetime? Meet Jim Tabler, who shares his incredible story from working in the psych ward and teaching trades to inmates, to facing a colon cancer diagnosis. Jim’s experience is a testament to the power of resilience. Jim and I discuss the practicalities of dietary changes and the emotional highs and lows of medical check-ups. We talk about the role of a supportive family system, specifically the encouragement from a...
Jul 09, 2024•34 min•Ep. 90
Julie DeKam faced a breast cancer diagnosis in December 2015. Though she considered herself healthy prior to her diagnosis, she realized this new trial would leap her into new and deeper levels of her faith. Julie found a peace that surpasses all understanding from Psalm 18:30, helping her embrace the journey that lay ahead. Her courage shines through in this podcast episode, where her powerful testament to the strength found in faith, community, and the HealingStrong network comes to life. As w...
May 28, 2024•38 min•Ep. 89
When Dave Vass's world was impacted by the cancer of those around him, it began a journey of deeper faith and passion towards helping others heal. As a tech entrepreneur transformed into a visionary for alternative health, Dave's journey is not just his own. His story, which involves personal loss and an evaluation on the medical system, left him wanting to help those who have felt the weight of a diagnosis and yearned for more than just conventional treatments. Our heartfelt conversation in thi...
May 21, 2024•36 min•Ep. 88
