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Never Knew I Wanted to Be a Breast Cancer Survivor is a candid, story‑driven podcast where I share my experience of navigating a life‑changing diagnosis while searching for who I was and who I was becoming. Three weeks after moving to California—and with no family history or warning signs—I found myself thrown into the American healthcare system as a Canadian newcomer, a PhD student in crisis, and a human being wrestling with identity. This show is where I unpack those moments: the fear, the absurdity, the learning curves, and the unexpected clarity that comes from being pushed far beyond what you think you can handle.
As I tell my story, I’m also actively developing my own health literacy—and inviting listeners to grow theirs alongside me. Each episode explores not just what happened, but what I learned about the medical system, patient advocacy, and making sense of information when the stakes are painfully high. Whether you’re a patient, a caregiver, or simply someone who loves a good human story, this podcast offers insight, honesty, and a reminder that identity is something we shape—even in the most unlikely chapters of our lives.
Each episode of the podcast is between 10 and 15 minutes long. The episodes consist of stories based upon this blog and my experience as a two-time breast cancer survivor.
