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Breast Cancer
Mental Health
Health Disparities
Emotional Support
Molecular Imaging
Susan G. Komen
Chemotherapy
Health Awareness
Mastectomy
Self-Care
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Oncology
Biomarkers
PET Scan
Komen Patient Care Center
Patient Navigation
Self-Advocacy
Patient Advocacy
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
Healthcare Communication

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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Breast cancer doesn’t just affect the person that is diagnosed. It touches families and can often inspire a life’s purpose. Today’s guest grew up witnessing breast cancer firsthand, supporting her mother through surgeries as a young teenager. This wa... more

Everyone is at risk of breast cancer. Some are more at risk than others due to hereditary factors – such as a family history of cancers – and lifestyle choices that affect our overall health. Knowing your risk of breast cancer can help you decide wha... more

Today, in honor of Black History Month, we’re exploring what happens when inequity itself becomes a risk factor for breast cancer in the Black community — shaping who gets screened, how quickly they’re diagnosed and, ultimately, who survives. Our gue... more

Today’s conversation is a deeply personal look at what it means to be diagnosed with breast cancer at just 30 years old. We often hear the statistics that more young women are being diagnosed, but numbers can’t capture the shock of finding a lump bef... more

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Recent Guests

Pam Gibson
Walk-hole fit consultant
Walk-Hole America
Episode: Episode 375: Supporting Women One Fit at a Time
Jennifer Ligibel
Harvard Medical School professor; senior physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Susan G. Komen scholar and grantee
Harvard Medical School; Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Susan G. Komen
Episode: Episode 374: RERUN: Episode 374: Choices to Lower Breast Cancer Risk
Dr. Lori Pierce
A renowned radiation oncologist, former ASCO president, and Komen scholar dedicated to addressing health equity in breast cancer care.
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and Komen
Episode: Episode 373: HER: Beyond Biology: How Inequity Drives Breast Cancer Risk for Black Women
Caroline McNally
A woman diagnosed with breast cancer at 30, discussing her journey and experiences.
Episode: Episode 372: Breast Cancer at 30
Reverend Dr. Tawana Angela Davis
A nine-year metastatic breast cancer survivor and advocate for breast health and awareness.
Episode: Episode 371: Real Talk: Having Hope and Faith During Treatment
Sarah Cipolla
A breast cancer survivor and mother of four who shared her journey through treatment and recovery.
Episode: Episode 371: Real Talk: Having Hope and Faith During Treatment
Lea Leach
Breast cancer advocate sharing her personal journey with metastatic breast cancer
Episode: Episode 370: Lea’s MBC Story: Living with Purpose
Joi White
Breast cancer survivor and advocate
Episode: Episode 369: Finding Joi: Grace as Survival
Amy Elizabeth Chalmers Hicks
Breast cancer survivor who emphasizes positivity in facing cancer
Episode: Episode 366: Facing Breast Cancer with Positivity

Host

Adam Walker
Host of conversations surrounding breast cancer with survivors, researchers, and healthcare professionals, emphasizing support and practical advice.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 104 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 States9 months 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 States6 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! đź’•

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barb.macgirl
    United States7 years ago

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Many appreciate the candid conversations that bring real-life experiences to light, making it relatable and empowering.
The podcast is seen as an excellent resource for women navigating breast cancer, providing emotional support and actionable advice.
Listeners praise the podcast for its compassionate storytelling and informative content on breast cancer.

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Episode 375: Supporting Women One Fit at a Time
Q: How did your family history influence your career path and advocacy for breast health?
The personal experiences with my mother's surgeries and the emotional impact she faced motivated me to help other women feel seen and supported, guiding my career toward fitting services that improve comfort and confidence.
Episode 371: Real Talk: Having Hope and Faith During Treatment
Q: What message do you have for listeners about the power of believing your circumstances could get better?
You need to keep your eyes focused on God, never lose hope, and know that you're not alone, as there is always support available.
Episode 372: Breast Cancer at 30
Q: What advice would you give someone newly diagnosed under 40 or maybe even under 30, that they feel a lump?
Everyone should be checking themselves for lumps regardless of age and if you do find something, it's essential to get it checked out.
Episode 369: Finding Joi: Grace as Survival
Q: What message of joy would you like to leave our audience with today?
Joi encouraged that healing is about self-acceptance and prioritizing oneself, stating that it's important to embrace grace and acknowledge one's worth without needing to prove resilience.
Episode 369: Finding Joi: Grace as Survival
Q: Now, as a black woman, how did cultural expectations of sort of being strong impact your journey?
Joi expressed that while being seen as strong is often a compliment, it can dismiss the mental turmoil and emotional weight of cancer. She highlighted the importance of allowing herself to break down and experience her emotions.

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This podcast provides a supportive platform for discussions surrounding breast cancer, featuring heartfelt conversations with survivors, healthcare professionals, and advocates. Episodes cover a variety of important topics, such as patient navigation, fertility challenges, mental health, and health equity, with an emphasis on self-advocacy and navigating the healthcare system effectively. The unique blend of personal stories and expert insights makes it a valuable resource for anyone affected by breast cancer, ensuring listeners gain knowledge, emotional support, and community connection.

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1. Cancer Freedom Podcast
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Real Pink launched 7 years ago and published 376 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Pam Gibson
2. Jennifer Ligibel
3. Dr. Lori Pierce
4. Caroline McNally
5. Reverend Dr. Tawana Angela Davis
6. Sarah Cipolla
7. Lea Leach
8. Joi White

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