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Someone Like Me – Your Cancer Community Podcast

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

Welcome to Someone Like Me – Your Cancer Community Podcast

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

Each week, I share real cancer stories — honest conversations with people affected by cancer and the family members who’ve walked beside them.

These are raw, emotional, and uplifting stories about what cancer really feels li... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes29Foundeda year ago
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This conversation shares Gillian’s heartfelt journey of living with lung cancer. She speaks gently and honestly about the moment she knew something was not right, the shock of diagnosis, and the difference between who she was before cancer a... more

Just me in this episode. A short, honest conversation about grief, missing my sister Veronica, life lately, and where I’m at now personally and with Someone Like Me Your Cancer Community Podcast and Mobile App.

www.instagram.com/someonelikem... more

Michaela and Dean met as teenagers and spent fourteen years growing up together, building a life full of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Together, they created a beautiful family with their little girl, Sloan.

Everything changed when Dea... more

In this December mini-episode, Vanessa talks about why this month can feel heavier, especially for those living with cancer, survivors, and anyone grieving someone they love.

She reflects on her own Christmas Eve diagnosis, childhood memories, the a... more

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Recent Guests

Martin Sweeney
Prostate cancer survivor and advocate
Episode: Prostate Cancer: Mental & Sexual Health – Martin’s Story
Olivia Carpenter
Breast cancer survivor and founder of Olivia's Gift
Episode: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: Together Through It All: John’s Prostate Cancer Story, with Sharon by His Side

Host

Vanessa Mooney
Host of Someone Like Me – Your Cancer Community Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 5 ratings
  • Raw, real and renewing

    Caring for oneself or for a loved one through a cancer experience can at times feel isolating. This podcast holds stories of hope -- not by detailing successful clinical treatments but because of the real people sharing raw truths. Somehow, one feels a little less alone as story after story proves the resilience of the human spirit to survive adversity; therein is renewal, by finding strength through those who have walked this path and now shine light on the way. Thank you for making this insp... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    straight average she
    United States16 days ago
  • Reassuring and knowledgeable

    What a great podcast lots of information about lots of different cancer’s and how different people deal with their diagnosis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patnat77
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • 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
    Australia9 months ago

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The host creates a comforting, knowledgeable space that puts guests at ease and informs listeners without sugarcoating.
Listeners value the candid, real conversations that normalize cancer experiences and reduce isolation.
Guests' stories are heartening and informative, making complex cancer journeys feel manageable with community support.

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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 show centers on real, intimate cancer stories from patients, survivors, family members, and advocates, with a strong emphasis on mental health, survivorship, and community support. Episodes frequently explore the emotional toll of diagnosis, treatment, and caregiving, alongside practical topics like advocacy, fundraising, and resources for navigating healthcare systems. A notable strength is the creator's first-hand experience as a cancer survivor, which helps foster a supportive, non-judgmental space for sharing difficult journeys and celebrating resilience. Potential listeners will likely relate if they're seeking honest, hopeful conversations that acknowledge fear and grief while emphasizing connection and practical steps forward.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Martin Sweeney
2. Olivia Carpenter
3. Dr. Liz O'Riordan
4. Ray Tobin
5. Niamh Noonan
6. Sharon Fitzmaurice
7. John Fitzmaurice

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