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Breast Cancer
Susan G. Komen
Health Equity
Mental Health
Early Detection
Community Support
Metastatic Breast Cancer
Genetic Testing
Patient Advocacy
Clinical Trials
Self-Care
Quality Of Life
Self-Advocacy
Support Systems
Survivorship
Emotional Support
Fundraising
Advocacy
Triple Negative Breast Cancer
Mastectomy

Real Pink, a podcast by Susan G. Komen, is taking real conversations about breast cancer from the doctor's office to your living room. Hosted by Adam Walker, episodes feature candid conversations with survivors, researchers, physicians, and more. Find answers to your toughest questions and clear, actionable steps to live a better life, longer. At Real Pink, compassionate storytelling meets real in... more

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Bret Miller was 17 when he first felt a lump behind his nipple. For seven years, providers told him it was calcium buildup or that it would go away on its own. It didn't. At 24, Bret was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer — a disease most people, i... more

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Breast cancer treatment has a beginning and an end, but healing is often a much longer journey. Today, we are joined by Katie Wasserman, a remarkable mother of four who shares how trusting her instincts and advocating for herself led to her breast ca... more

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When multiple loved ones are diagnosed with breast cancer within a short period of time, it can leave you wondering if, and when, it might become part of your own story. Megan May knew her family history meant that she was at greater risk of developi... more

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Disability and breast cancer intersect in more than one direction. Some people develop long-term effects like lymphedema, neuropathy or cognitive changes because of treatment — effects recognized as disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities ... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Wasserman
Mother of four who advocate for self-advocacy in breast cancer
Individual survivor featured on Real Pink
Episode: Episode 397: From Self-Advocacy to Survivorship: Choosing to Thrive After Breast Cancer
Megan May
Survivor sharing her breast cancer journey
Episode: Episode 396: You’re Never Fully Prepared for Breast Cancer
Krista Park Berry
Director of Komen's Breast Care Helpline
Susan G. Komen
Episode: Episode 395: Beyond Treatment: How the Helpline Supports Disability in Breast Health Care
Charles Perou
Breast cancer genetics and genomics researcher at UNC Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Episode: Episode 394: Leveraging AI In Breast Cancer Research
Erika Crosby
Researcher focusing on translational breast cancer science
Duke University
Episode: Episode 394: Leveraging AI In Breast Cancer Research
Lior Braunstein
Radiation oncologist and researcher at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Episode: Episode 393: Designing Better Clinical Trials: Why Patient Advocates Belong at the Table
Ellen Landsberger
Retired OB-GYN and patient advocate at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Episode: Episode 393: Designing Better Clinical Trials: Why Patient Advocates Belong at the Table
Keisha Kinison
Breast cancer survivor featured on the episode
Patient advocate
Episode: Episode 392: When Your Voice Saves Your Life
Donald McDonnell
Professor of Pharmacology and Cancer Biology at Duke University Medical School
Duke University School of Medicine
Episode: Episode 391: Tomorrow's Breakthroughs Depend on Today's Research Investments

Host

Adam Walker
Host of Real Pink

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • Episode 337

    Breast cancer is not a “gender” cancer. Biological men have breast, and can also get breast cancer. The host is too gratuitous at times. Facts, over fiction, please.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DeeMean212
    United Statesa year ago
  • 18 year survivor and thriver

    This podcast has outstanding content and interviewees. It covers so many aspects of the breast cancer experience. I am an 18 year survivor living with metastatic breast cancer. I am alive today thanks to Komen research. This has been a great source of information and community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jerrijohnson
    United States7 years ago
  • Real and practical

    SGK is opening the door to having candid conversations about topics that matter to us (survivors). Real Pink has real people sharing real and practical information. Thank you for making a difference and the real support.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Omega-w
    United States7 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Kudos to Susan G. Komen for sharing real stories, highlighting survivors and empowering individuals affected by breast cancer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    le ta
    United States7 years ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I look forward to hearing the episodes every week. The guests like Nikia and Heidi are inspiring! 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barb.macgirl
    United States7 years ago

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High-quality production and a respectful, informative atmosphere for listeners seeking support.
Guests cover a wide range of expertise and experiences, adding depth to important topics.
Insightful and compassionate storytelling, with impactful survivor voices.

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Episode 396: You’re Never Fully Prepared for Breast Cancer
Q: What was the experience with radiation like, including side effects and management?
She details a five-week radiation course, a rash that worsened after treatment ended, and the medical team's use of a topical antibiotic to manage a severe skin reaction.
Episode 393: Designing Better Clinical Trials: Why Patient Advocates Belong at the Table
Q: What are some examples of questions advocates have pushed into trial design?
Advocates have emphasized side effects, long-term patient outlook, and the alignment between patient expectations and the science, including whether quality of life and patient experience should be measured alongside traditional clinical outcomes.
Episode 393: Designing Better Clinical Trials: Why Patient Advocates Belong at the Table
Q: When an idea for a clinical trial is born, at what point is an advocate brought into the process and how are they integrated into that process?
Advocates should be involved from the conceptual stage, influencing design decisions early rather than being added at the end, so that questions, endpoints, and burdens reflect patient priorities from the outset.
Episode 394: Leveraging AI In Breast Cancer Research
Q: You mentioned Erika, how is AI making its way into your lab for everyday use beyond the big examples?
In Erika's lab, AI is used for writing help, image analysis, and building user interfaces to analyze tumor images and identify metastasis more quickly, while emphasizing careful validation and avoiding overreliance on AI outputs.
Episode 394: Leveraging AI In Breast Cancer Research
Q: What excites you the most about the future of AI-assisted research?
The future of AI-assisted research is huge and will enable faster, smarter work while still requiring scientists to be the ultimate arbiters of truth; it will streamline writing, data analysis, and discovery, and expand access to better therapies and clinical trials.

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Real Pink delivers candid conversations around breast cancer, combining survivor stories with expert insight on medical, policy, and life-impact topics. Episodes cover resilience, treatment navigation, survivorship challenges, advocacy, and practical guidance—from menstruation and fertility during treatment to accessing affordable imaging and the role of AI in patient-centered care. The show frequently features healthcare professionals, researchers, and survivors who share actionable tips, resources, and personal perspectives to help listeners live well, advocate for themselves, and stay informed. A notable strength is its blend of personal storytelling with policy and practical expertise, making complex topics accessible and emotionally re... more

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1. Katie Wasserman
2. Megan May
3. Krista Park Berry
4. Charles Perou
5. Erika Crosby
6. Lior Braunstein
7. Ellen Landsberger
8. Keisha Kinison

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