Help and Hope Happen Here

Mark Levine

Pediatric Cancer

Neuroblastoma

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Community Support

DIPG

Chemotherapy

B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Pediatric Brain Cancer

Ewing Sarcoma

Family Support

Medulloblastoma

Boston Children's Hospital

Osteosarcoma

Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Mental Health

Advocacy

Ronald Mcdonald House

Make-a-Wish Foundation

Pediatric Oncology

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

This Podcast is going to be about Pediatric Cancer and the need to keep the awareness of this terrible disease in the public eye. My plan is to be able to interview a wide spectrum of people who all have a passion and a stake in finding a way to make the lives of these Pediatric Cancer Patients easier. I will interview oncologists, nurses, recovered patients, parents who have had to oversee their ... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	534	Founded	6 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	MedicineHealth & FitnessKids & Family

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Latest Episodes

Amy and Matt Cisneros will talk about their son Cullen who was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia when he was 3 years old in 2012, gained remission quickly, was in good health for the next 8 years, and then was diagnosed with Ewings Sarcoma

After being diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia when he was 3 years old in 2012, Cullen Cisneros was able to live the next 8 years of his life free of cancer until 2020 when leg pain during a baseball game led to a diagnosis of Ewings Sarcoma. Cull... more

Yesterday • 1 hr 9 min

Amelia Mijach will talk about her son Hayes who was diagnosed with High Risk Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia when he was 2 years old in 2024 and after very difficult treatment, he is finally feeling better and is back to being an active little boy.

Amelia Mijach's then 2 year old son Hayes was diagnosed with High Risk Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia when he was 2 years old in August of 2024 and the reason for his high risk status was because of his extraordinarily high white blood cell count at di... more

20 Apr 2026 • 51 min

Erik Rees will talk about his daughter Jessie who was diagnosed with DIGP on March 3rd of 2011 and passed away only 10 months later on January 5th of 2012 when she was 12 years old. Jessie was the inspiration behind the Jessie Rees Foundation.

Erik Rees became an amazing Cancer Dad and Pediatric Cancer advocate during and after his daughter Jessie battled with and passed away from DIPG at the age of 12 in January of 2012. Erik talks about his beloved daughter and then details the Jessie Re... more

16 Apr 2026 • 57 min

Ben Shroyer will talk about his now 10 year old daughter Hannah who is a survivor of Stage 4 Neuroblastoma and Histiocytosis and will talk about his Casting For The Kids Foundation which he started to help families financially and emotionally.

Ben Shroyers then 2 year old daughter Hannah was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma in 2018, then was diagnosed with Histiocytosis which ended up in her brain before she became cancer free in 2021. Now 10 years old and in 3rd grade, Hannah is doin... more

13 Apr 2026 • 1 hr 9 min

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Recent Guests

Kelly DiGiammo

Mother of Brayden, advocate and fundraiser

Blood Cancer United (participant in campaign)

Episode: Kelly DiGiammo and her son Brayden will talk about Brayden's battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia which Brayden was diagnosed with in late February of 2024. Brayden is now just one month away from the second anniversary of his remission and is doing well

Brayden DiGiammo

Child survivor of AML, patient guest

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Mary Kemp

Co-founder of the Society For Emerging Leaders

Society For Emerging Leaders

Episode: Mary Kemp and Kaitlyn Lee will talk about the Society For Emerging Leaders organization which Mary co-founded in 2022 and which Kaitlyn is its Executive Director. This organization is made up by over 350 students..

Kaitlyn Lee

Executive Director of the Society For Emerging Leaders

Society For Emerging Leaders

Jacob Orlick

Pediatric cancer survivor, motivational speaker, podcaster

Motivational Mic

Episode: Jacob Orlick was 11 years old when he was diagnosed with Ewings Sarcoma in 2019. Now 18 years old and doing well, Jacob will talk about his roles as A Motivational Speaker and his podcast, Motvational Mic.

Dr. Katerina Levy

Pediatric psychologist specializing in cancer; author of THE HEALING GARDEN

Broward Health Medical Center (training)

Episode: Dr. Katerina Levy is a Pediatric Psychologist who has written a book entitled THE HEALING GARDEN. This book is fiction but gives great strategies to kids and families who are trying to cope with a Pediatric Cancer diagnosis.

Meghan Macantee

Cancer survivor, founder of Meghansmission Inc.

Meghansmission Inc.

Episode: Meghan Macantee was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia as a sophomore at SUNY Potsdam where she originally hurt her hamstring during swimming practice. Meghan is fine now but went through some terrible times before her diagnosis .

Kim Alexander

Mother of Payton Alexander, founder of the Payton Alexander Foundation

Payton Alexander Foundation

Episode: Kim Alexander will talk about her daughter Payton who was 15 years old when she was diagnosed with Ewings Sarcoma in January of 2018 and fought bravely for 3 1/2 years until her passing in November of 2021 at the age of 19

Tamy Bell

Mother of Griffin, pediatric cancer advocate

Episode: Tamy Bell will talk about her son Griffin who was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma when he was 16 months old in September of 2018, and had his 3rd relapse in April of 2023, leading to his passing at 6 years old in March of 2024.

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Mark Levine

Host of Help and Hope Happen Here

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings

Much needed
A podcast completely devoted to kids with cancer is much needed and much appreciated. This show offers a wide range of topics related to childhood cancer from talking directly to the kids themselves to their parents and siblings and to pediatric oncologists and researchers tirelessly working to cure the diseases. The stories represent resilience and boldness in the face of adversity and remind us that the mission to end childhood cancer should be one of the top priorities in the world for all of... more
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Fnhl.survivor
United States4 years ago
Thank for the opportunity
Thank you for allow me to share my cancer survivorship story from stage3b colorectal cancer and bring to light that children can get Colorectal Cancer as well. Thanks for the opportunity. This is a wonderful podcast .
Apple Podcasts
5
Pic hum
United States5 years ago
Thank you
As the mom of a pediatric brain cancer survivor so thankful to have discovered this podcast!
Apple Podcasts
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United States5 years ago

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Episodes are described as deeply moving, spotlighting survivors, families, clinicians, and researchers, with a strong emphasis on awareness and advocacy.

Listeners highlight the show's important focus on kids with cancer and praise the host's calm, genuine interviewing style.

The podcast is valued for shedding light on pediatric cancer journeys and the impact of nonprofit support, with praise for accessible and compassionate storytelling.

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Apple Podcasts	#103	China/Health & Fitness/Medicine
Apple Podcasts	#246	Norway/Health & Fitness/Medicine

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Jacob Orlick was 11 years old when he was diagnosed with Ewings Sarcoma in 2019. Now 18 years old and doing well, Jacob will talk about his roles as A Motivational Speaker and his podcast, Motvational Mic.

Q: Why did you decide to start your Motivational Mic podcast and how has its focus evolved over time?

It started because I was bored in the summer and saw an opportunity to share a strong message; over time the podcast has shifted to highlight stories of resilience, reinvention, and purpose, including interviews with inspirational people and cancer survivors.

Q: I would like to ask you first about the motivational speaking that you're involved with. What type of audiences do you talk to, and what in general terms is your subject matter?

Audiences range from university fundraisers like THON to high schools; the messages focus on resilience, the importance of fundraising for pediatric cancer, and using personal experience to show why perseverance matters.

Meghan Macantee was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia as a sophomore at SUNY Potsdam where she originally hurt her hamstring during swimming practice. Meghan is fine now but went through some terrible times before her diagnosis .

Q: What impact did the hospital and community response have on Meghan's outlook and recovery?

Supportive medical teams and the athletic administration ultimately helped correct the course, with the athletic director endorsing accountability, which reinforced Meghan's resolve to advocate for compassionate care and to help others navigate the cancer journey.

Q: How did Meghan transform her experiences into advocacy and support for others?

She founded Meghansmission Inc., began delivering holiday and birthday kits to families, created blankets for pediatric patients, and expanded her work to advocate for pediatric cancer awareness and family support, while pursuing a career goal in child life specialization.

Q: What were the turning points that finally led to a correct diagnosis, after numerous ER visits?

A nurse finally ordered comprehensive blood work and imaging that revealed abnormal platelet counts and other issues, prompting a higher level evaluation and ultimately the AML diagnosis at Albany Medical Center, where a treatment plan including a clinical trial was established.

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The show centers on pediatric cancer, featuring a broad mix of guests—from survivors and family members to doctors, nurses, and leaders of pediatric cancer organizations. Conversations spotlight personal journeys, treatment challenges, advocacy, fundraising, and the practical ways communities rally around affected children and families. A standout thread across episodes is the emphasis on hope, resilience, and the tangible impact of nonprofit support, community action, and early, compassionate medical care. The host's calm, empathetic interviewing style appears to be a defining trait, helping guests share intimate experiences while translating them into actionable insights for listeners who want to help, sponsor, or engage with pediatric ca... more

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1. Kelly DiGiammo
2. Brayden DiGiammo
3. Mary Kemp
4. Kaitlyn Lee
5. Jacob Orlick
6. Dr. Katerina Levy
7. Meghan Macantee
8. Kim Alexander

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