I'm Still Here: Real Conversations About Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer
Heather JoseI’m Still Here: Real Conversations About Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer is a podcast about the real-life experience of living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC). Hosted by long-term thriver Heather Jose, diagnosed at 26 and living with metastatic disease for over 25 years, the show explores what life actually looks like beyond treatment. Topics include identity, relationships, work, uncerta... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 270 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Health & Fitness | |||
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Janelle Slavic was 24 years old when she was first diagnosed with breast cancer. A year later she was told it had spread. She has now been living with metastatic breast cancer for 14 years — and somewhere in the middle of all of it, she became a mom ... more
There's a particular kind of loneliness that comes with long-term metastatic breast cancer — and it's not the loneliness of being sick and scared. It's quieter than that. More structural. More built in.
In this episode, Heather gets honest about som... more
After a short break, the podcast is back with a refreshed focus and format.
In this episode, Heather shares why the podcast subtitle has changed to Real Conversations About Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer and what listeners can expect moving fo... more
Last week in Part 1, I shared the story of being diagnosed with metastatic (stage 4) breast cancer at just 26 years old — the shock, fear, and life-altering moment that changed everything.
In Part 2, I talk about what came next.
After living with m... more
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- Inspiring & Genuine
Grateful to have found this podcast since diagnosed with MBC in December 2025. Heather is inspiring & real! Love that Larry joins Heather in several episodes, too.
Apple Podcasts5Midwest Wolfwoman
United States3 months ago - Amazing!
So happy to have found this podcast as newly diagnosed with MBC. Having listened to a few breast cancer podcasts which left me more anxious and terrified, I stumbled upon yours and it’s a perfect mix of information, support, optimism and humor. I look forward to new episodes every week!
Apple Podcasts5DocLZ71United States6 months ago - What a gift!
Every time I open my podcasts and see that you’ve put up a new one, I am so happy! I’m a new MBC patient and you give me so much hope and what you’re doing is so important in this scary world we live in. Thank you a million times for what you do!!!
Apple Podcasts5LCM76United States7 months ago - Much Needed Podcast!
At 52 years of age, I am almost 2 years into my journey with metastatic breast cancer. It is a lonely space, and I constantly try to find voices in this space to enhance my community. It’s so hard when no one understands. So I was so grateful to find your podcast today! It’s a relief. I love the understanding, authenticity, and hope that you bring to others!
Apple Podcasts5CECcarol5United Statesa year ago - Offers hope and wisdom to those living with metastasic breast cancer
I love this podcast. The mere fact that Heather Jose is living 26 years with metastatic breast cancer is incredible and it gives so much hope. But in addition to this fact, Heather openly shares her hard won wisdom on how to cope with this disease. She and her husband discuss all aspects of living with MBC - medical, physical, nutrition, mental and social - and she has even written a ‘5 to thrive’ guidebook to help others who are going through similar experiences (though I just love to listen to... more
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Ireland2 years ago
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A survivor-led show that blends personal narrative with practical guidance for living with metastatic breast cancer. Across episodes, the host shares decades-long experiences with treatment, decision-making, and navigating healthcare, while also exploring family dynamics, caregiver roles, nutrition, mental health, and everyday strategies to improve quality of life. The tone is candid, hopeful, and action-oriented, with frequent emphasis on advocacy, community, and empowering listeners to design a meaningful life despite a serious diagnosis. A notable strength is the emphasis on real-world resiliency, caregiver perspectives, and proactive self-management that can be valuable for patients, families, and healthcare professionals seeking patien... more
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2. Kelly Shanahan
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