June 24, 2011 - Eric Naughton "Finding Inspiration to Heal"

When Eric Naughton was diagnosed with cancer at age 38 one thing kept him going: Hockey. Eric followed his favorite team The Pittsburgh Penguins during the hockey season. On his 40th birthday he decided to learn how to skate and play hockey and film a documentary of his story. Eric and I obviously have a lot in common. Find out more about this inspiring survivor on an all new The Cancer Warrior.

http://www.empowerradio.net/podcasts/cancersurvivor_062411_ericnaughton.mp3

June 17, 2011 - Tim Mayer "Tips to Staying Positive in the Face of Cancer"

It is hard to stay positive when you are battling cancer, let alone surviving 4 cancers. Tim Mayer is a four time cancer survivor and he shares his tips for staying positive in the face of cancer and during survivorship. Find out more about Tim on his blog.

http://www.empowerradio.net/podcasts/cancer_survivor_fourtimecancersurvivortimmayer_061711.mp3

June 3, 2011- Eric Shanteau "Swim for Life to Help Fight Cancer"

I love watching the Olympics. Especially the swimming events. I recall seeing my guest Eric Shanteau find out he had testicular cancer during the 2008 Bejing Olympics and he still competed! Eric talks about the Olympics, his cancer, his involvement with the Livestrong Foundation and his event in October Eric Shanteau's Swim for Life, where you can not only help out the Livestrong Foundation but swim with Olympians! Follow Eric on his website.

http://www.empowerradio.net/podcasts/cancersurvivor_060311_EricShanteau.mp3

May 27, 2011 - Angella Hamilton "Exercising Your Inner Tough Girl"

Mel sits down with her friend Angella Hamilton of Inner Tough Girls. Angella is a breast cancer survivor and pilates instructor. We talk about how important exercise, or just simply getting out and moving is important before, during and after treatment. We also talk about Angella's new DVD Tough Girls Guide to Life after Cancer: Movement Heals, and how it came about and why it is dedicated to The Carcinista, one of the original Inner Tough Girls.

http://www.empowerradio.net/podcasts/Cancer_Survivor_AngellaHamiltonofInnerToughGirls.org_052711.mp3

May 6, 2011 - Jason Sissel "Endure to Cure"

Jason Sissel of "Endure To Cure" returns to talk to The Cancer Warrior and fill her in on what has been going on with Endure to Cure. Jason just completed The Marathon Des Sables, a 150 mile run across the Sahara Desert, where he raised $7000 to help find a cure for pediatric cancer. Find out more about one of my favorite organizations and how you can become part of the Endure To Cure team. You don"t have to be a marathon runner, ironman or athlete. You can start with a simple 5k or even a local dog walk!

http://www.empowerradio.net/podcasts/cancersurvivor_050611_jasonsissel.mp3

April 29, 2011 - Sarah Feather "Carcinista.com"

This is the question that no cancer survivor wants to ask themselves: Would you choose quality of life over quantity? Sarah Feather, a survivor who has been battling ovarian cancer on and off since 2006 had to make that decision. When her cancer spread to her lungs, she decided to forgo treatment and spend her remaining days being at home close to her family. She said she doesn't want to die bald, and frankly, who can blame her? Sarah discusses her decision with grace and humor. Follow Sarah on her popular blog The Carcinista.

http://www.empowerradio.net/podcasts/cancersurvivor_042911_sarahfeather.mp3

March 18, 2011 - Sue Morris "Leep of Faith Cookbook"

Wouldn't you like to help cancer survivors everywhere? Here is your chance. Bike4breastcancer ride in Northern Michigan is seeking recipes for their cookbook A leep of Faith. Mel talks to coordinator Sue Morris about the cookbook, how you can include your recipes in it, and how you can start your own ride in your state. Just think, your recipes could help heal a cancer survivor. This is one of Mel's favorite charities to participate in every year. Find out how your recipe can be included in this very special cookbook.

http://www.empowerradio.net/podcasts/cancersurvivor_031811_suemorris.mp3