Living with and Beyond Cancer
What a cancer diagnosis does to the rest of your life, talked about honestly. New episodes released regularly.
About the podcast
Most of what is written about cancer is about treatment. Far less of it is about the rest: the fear before a scan, the friends who stop ringing, the guilt, the money, and the strange anticlimax of finishing treatment and being expected to go back to normal.
That is what this podcast is for. I am a counsellor, a patient advocate, and someone who has been through it twice, and I talk to patients, carers, clinicians and researchers about the parts that usually get left out.
Nothing is off limits and nothing is dressed up. If you are living with cancer, or you love someone who is, you will probably hear something you have thought and never said out loud.
Episodes
New episodes land regularly. Follow on any of the platforms above and they will turn up on their own.
S2 Ep2 - Diagnosed on the other side of the world - Charlotte Rutherford
The podcast episode features a conversation between Steve and Charlotte, a cancer survivor, discussing her journey from diagnosis to treatment and recovery. Charlotte shares her experiences of being diagnosed with stage four metastatic colo…
Listen to S2 Ep2 - Diagnosed on the other side of the world - Charlotte RutherfordS2 Ep 1 - Versus Cancer - Crewe Alexandra
The podcast episode features a discussion with Ray Walker about the Versus Cancer project at Crewe Alexander Football Club. The project aims to provide support and exercise opportunities for cancer patients, promoting prehab and post-hab ac…
Listen to S2 Ep 1 - Versus Cancer - Crewe AlexandraEpisode 12 - World Kidney Cancer Day Special - Action Kidney Cancer - Emotional Wellbeing
The podcast episode features a discussion on the importance of emotional well-being and the support networks available for kidney cancer patients. It delves into the initial reactions to kidney cancer diagnosis, coping strategies, the role …
Listen to Episode 12 - World Kidney Cancer Day Special - Action Kidney Cancer - Emotional WellbeingEpisode 11 - Is Mental Health Support for Cancer Patients is Falling Short? - Dr Alex Turner
This episode features Dr. Alex Turner, a psychologist and cancer survivor, who shares her journey of being diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer and her approach to recovery. Dr. Alex also discusses her career in sports psychology and the im…
Listen to Episode 11 - Is Mental Health Support for Cancer Patients is Falling Short? - Dr Alex TurnerEpisode 10 - From Cancer Diagnosis to Making A Real Difference For Others - Fay Peace
Faye shares her journey of being diagnosed with gynaecological cancer, the challenges of getting a correct diagnosis, and the impact of cancer treatment on her mental health. Her story highlights the importance of early detection and the ne…
Listen to Episode 10 - From Cancer Diagnosis to Making A Real Difference For Others - Fay PeaceEpisode 9 - From moving in together to heart brake: How Love and Loss Unfolded in Just 5 months
The podcast episode features Tracy's journey as a carer for her partner, Graham, who faced challenges with remote diagnosis, delayed diagnosis, and a lack of support and care in the healthcare system. The story unfolds with the transition t…
Listen to Episode 9 - From moving in together to heart brake: How Love and Loss Unfolded in Just 5 monthsEpisode 8 - From Caregiver to Patient - Richard Barker
The Living With and Beyond Cancer podcast features Richard Barker's journey with kidney cancer, including his experience as a caregiver, post-operative recovery, and life changes. Richard shares his challenges, coping mechanisms, and advoca…
Listen to Episode 8 - From Caregiver to Patient - Richard BarkerEpisode 7 - Real life treatment struggles - Ali Stripling
The conversation delves into Ali's journey with anal cancer, from the initial symptoms and diagnosis to the challenges of treatment and its impact on her daily life. It also highlights the importance of patient advocacy and shared decision-…
Listen to Episode 7 - Real life treatment struggles - Ali StriplingEpisode 6 - From Cancer worker and Counsellor to Cancer Patient - Amanda Burridge
Amanda Burridge shares her journey from working in the cancer field to being diagnosed with bowel cancer. She discusses her transition to becoming a counselor and the impact of her diagnosis on her work. The story highlights the challenges …
Listen to Episode 6 - From Cancer worker and Counsellor to Cancer Patient - Amanda BurridgeEpisode 5 - Not your ordinary school trip - Sarah Briggs
The podcast episode features a conversation with Sarah Briggs, a cancer patient, and covers her journey from diagnosis to recovery. It explores the impact of the diagnosis, the hospital experience, mental state, and the support offered duri…
Listen to Episode 5 - Not your ordinary school trip - Sarah BriggsEpisode 4 - Giving back to others - Sharron Moffatt
The conversation covers Sharron Moffatt's journey with cancer, from her initial diagnosis to the challenges of treatment and recovery. It delves into the psychological impact of cancer, financial struggles, coping strategies, and the miscon…
Listen to Episode 4 - Giving back to others - Sharron MoffattEpisode 3 - Cancer Whilst Pregnant - Louise Wilson
The conversation covers the journey of a cancer diagnosis, pregnancy, and the challenges of managing work while undergoing treatment. It explores the emotional impact of diagnosis, the complexities of pregnancy and cancer treatment, and the…
Listen to Episode 3 - Cancer Whilst Pregnant - Louise WilsonEpisode 2 - A shocking twist after tragic loss - Charlotte Forster
In this episode of Living With and Beyond Cancer, host Steve Pointon speaks with Charlotte Forster, who shares her deeply personal journey through love, loss, and resilience in the face of cancer. Charlotte recounts her relationship with An…
Listen to Episode 2 - A shocking twist after tragic loss - Charlotte ForsterEpisode 1 - How did we get here?
Most cancer survivors learn to live with the shadow of the disease. But what happens when fear, systems failure, and personal trauma collide? Join Steve Pointon, a twice-diagnosed kidney cancer patient, as he shares his extraordinary journe…
Listen to Episode 1 - How did we get here?
If you want to talk rather than listen
I also work one to one with people living with and beyond cancer, in Crewe, Cheshire and online. £50 a session, 50 minutes.