Podcast Playlists: Sex & Relationships
Relationships can often change after a cancer diagnosis, bringing new challenges and opportunities for connection. Our podcast, Kidney Cancer Unfiltered, addresses these through candid conversations with people across the spectrum of kidney cancer, from families navigating a diagnosis to doctors who treat patients every day to researchers on the frontlines of discovery.
We’ve collected the best podcast episodes on this subject in this “Sex & Relationships” playlist. Guests get personal about intimacy, sexuality, parenting, friendships, and navigating meaningful moments with loved ones. We hope these conversations help you feel supported, understood, and empowered in your relationships throughout the cancer experience.
Intimacy and Relationships
John Ferrell, a kidney cancer patient, and Nichole Goble, Director of Community Initiatives at the Caregiver Action Network dive into the complexities of intimacy and relationships when living with cancer, from how the dynamics of closeness change to showing vulnerability while processing new emotions.
Sex After Cancer: Desire, Communication, and Self Love
Cancer takes so much, but it shouldn’t take your sense of self or your right to intimacy. Ebonie Michelle, MPH, Founder of Prowl The LAB, dives into the vulnerability of navigating new physical sensations, the power of self-love, and why choosing yourself is the first step toward reclaiming your sexual wellness.
Young & Resilient: Parenting with Cancer
Haley Pollack, Executive Director of Bright Spot Network, talks about what it really means to parent through a cancer diagnosis. Haley shares personal stories, practical wisdom, and a powerful reminder: you don’t have to be perfect — you just have to be present.
When Cancer Shakes Up Friendships
Claudia Tatum — a kidney cancer patient, advocate, and retired oncology nurse — shares how her friends in the medical community have stepped up to support her throughout her journey, and how grateful she is for their compassion and guidance along the way.
Making it Through the Holidays with Cancer
Sean Healy discusses how to navigate the holiday season while facing the challenges of cancer. The holidays can be a tough time for many, especially when dealing with loss, stress, or difficult memories. Sean shares how shifting focus, giving back to others, and accepting tough emotions can help ease the emotional load.
To see our full podcast collection and stay up to date with future seasons, visit https://www.kidneycancer.org/podcast/.