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Someone Like Me – Your Cancer Community Podcast

Vanessa Mooney
Breast Cancer
Mental Health
Family Support
Lung Cancer
Chemotherapy
Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Cancer Diagnosis
Grief
Prostate Cancer
Healthcare Advocacy
PSA Testing
Triple Positive Breast Cancer
Melanoma
Patient Advocacy
Bowel Cancer
Covid-19
Health Awareness
Mastectomy
Treatment Side Effects

Welcome to Someone Like Me – Your Cancer Community Podcast

I’m your host, Vanessa, a breast cancer survivor who created this space after going through it all myself.

Each week I chat with people affected by cancer and the family members who have been through it right alongside them.

These are real, raw, honest conversations about what cancer really feels like — the fear, the grief, the shock, th... more

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Latest Episodes

In this heartfelt episode of 'Someone Like Me', Caroline Corcoran shares her profound journey of loss, having lost both her parents to cancer. She recounts the struggles, the emotional toll, and the lessons learned through her experiences. The conver... more

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In this conversation, Martin Sweeney shares his personal journey with prostate cancer, detailing the initial signs, diagnosis, and the emotional impact it had on him. He emphasizes the importance of early detection, understanding treatment o... more

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In this episode of Someone Like Me, host Vanessa speaks with Olivia Carpenter, a breast cancer survivor who shares her inspiring journey of resilience and hope. Olivia opens up about being diagnosed at a young age while her dad was going thr... more

Dr. Liz O’Riordan, a breast surgeon who faced breast cancer not once but three times, joins me for a powerful and deeply personal conversation. Liz shares her own journey through diagnosis, treatment, and multiple recurrences, offering a unique persp... more

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Martin Sweeney
Prostate cancer survivor and advocate
Episode: E20: Prostate Cancer: Mental & Sexual Health – Martin’s Story
Olivia Carpenter
Breast cancer survivor and founder of Olivia's Gift
Episode: E19: Olivia’s Breast Cancer Story & Her Dad’s Cancer Battle
Dr. Liz O'Riordan
A breast surgeon and cancer survivor sharing her journey with breast cancer.
Episode: E18: Breast Surgeon Becomes Breast Cancer Patient: Dr. Liz O’Riordan
Ray Tobin
Husband of Mary Tobin, who shares their story of battling cancer together
Episode: E5 : Love, Loss, and Three Cancer Diagnoses – Ray Tells Mary’s Story
Niamh Noonan
Diagnosed with triple positive breast cancer at 29, currently undergoing treatment
Episode: E3 - Facing Cancer at 29: Niamh’s Triple Positive Breast Cancer Story
Sharon Fitzmaurice
A supportive partner who shares her and John's experience with prostate cancer, emphasizing the emotional aspects and couple's journey together.
Episode: E2 - Together Through It All: John’s Prostate Cancer Story, with Sharon by His Side
John Fitzmaurice
A survivor of aggressive prostate cancer who shares his personal journey through diagnosis and treatment, emphasizing the importance of health checks.
Episode: E2 - Together Through It All: John’s Prostate Cancer Story, with Sharon by His Side

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Vanessa
Host of Someone Like Me – Your Cancer Community Podcast, a breast cancer survivor sharing her journey and facilitating honest conversations about cancer.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 2 ratings
  • Excellent

    Vanessa is a wonderful host - supportive, eloquent and knowledgeable. She puts her guests at ease and the discussions are both comforting and informative. Thank you Vanessa for this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elena-A
    Australiaa month ago

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E20: Prostate Cancer: Mental & Sexual Health – Martin’s Story
Q: How did you find it all affected your mental health?
After my surgery, I experienced a significant mental health episode three months later, leading me to seek counseling and support, particularly from my partner.
E20: Prostate Cancer: Mental & Sexual Health – Martin’s Story
Q: What was the treatment plan for you?
I opted for a radical prostatectomy within a very short time, driven by fear of having cancer in my body, despite not fully understanding the implications for my sexual and mental health.
E3 - Facing Cancer at 29: Niamh’s Triple Positive Breast Cancer Story
Q: How did you find the emotional support during this journey?
Niamh mentioned how challenging it was to find others her age with similar experiences and stressed the importance of mental health support.
E3 - Facing Cancer at 29: Niamh’s Triple Positive Breast Cancer Story
Q: How did you feel about the mastectomy?
Niamh found losing her breast and hair very hard, feeling it impacted her identity and femininity, especially in her young relationship.
E3 - Facing Cancer at 29: Niamh’s Triple Positive Breast Cancer Story
Q: What were your first symptoms of breast cancer?
Niamh mentioned feeling unusually tired and noticing a lump under her arm, eventually leading to an aggressive diagnosis.

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This podcast features deeply personal and candid conversations about the experiences of those affected by cancer, including survivors and their families. Each episode combines storytelling with emotional insights, illustrating the multifaceted challenges faced by individuals in their cancer journeys. The discussions cover a range of topics, from navigating medical processes and emotional turmoil to the importance of community support and self-advocacy. What makes this offering particularly noteworthy is its genuine approach to addressing not only the medical aspects of cancer but also the profound emotional and psychological impacts, helping listeners feel less isolated in their battles with the disease.

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5. Niamh Noonan
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