The Bottom Line Podcast

Bowel Cancer Australia
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The Bottom Line Podcast

Bowel Cancer Australia's award winning podcast hosted by bowel cancer survivor, Stephanie, is a monthly chat sharing stories and lived-experiences. Hearing from those living with or beyond bowel cancer, as well as health professionals involved in bowel cancer treatment and care, can be a valuable resource that can encourage and inspire others. Please note, podcasts may occasionally contain content that some listeners may find distressing.

  1. Loved ones raising much needed funds for bowel care nurses this Dry July

    3 DAYS AGO

    Loved ones raising much needed funds for bowel care nurses this Dry July

    It's Dry July and Stephanie chats with two passionate fundraisers Justin and Conor who are raising funds for Bowel Cancer Australia in memory of their Dad and Mum, respectively. Funds raised through Dry July help support the Charity's specialist in-person Bowel Care Nurse Program, which aims to improve equity of access to personalised care and tailored support, allowing more people to access coordinated care closer to home. “My Dad passed away from bowel cancer aged just 54 and I am raising money to put back into an organisation that supports people going through what we did. We are called the Goldfield Grogstoppers!”  - Justin A new Dad, Conor explains the impact of losing a loved one on the family and how he keeps his Mum’s memory alive for his son. “I think about her every day in those quiet moments. I talk about her as if she is still here and that helps keep her alive.” – Conor

    21 min
  2. 'Don’t let fears of tomorrow ruin your today.'

    30 JUNE

    'Don’t let fears of tomorrow ruin your today.'

    Walkley Award-winning author, investigative journalist and author, Lucie Morris-Marr chats to Stephanie about her lived experience. From her initial stage 4 bowel cancer diagnosis to undergoing a groundbreaking liver transplant, Lucie discusses her roller coaster ride. “I am lucky to be here. I’m very grateful for that and I want to give back, because people have really given generously to me.” A strong believer in advocating for your own health, Lucie discusses the importance of seeing a stage 4 cancer diagnosis not as being terminal but managing a chronic illness. “See yourself as a freelance patient. We care most about ourselves so keep asking questions.” Lucie’s vivacious brand of humour and honesty is a must listen.

    48 min
  3. "Living in the country we call the wait and lack of services, 'the regional health tax'"

    7 JUNE

    "Living in the country we call the wait and lack of services, 'the regional health tax'"

    Danae shares her “good news” cancer story, highlighting her proactive GP who ultimately saved her life. “I became the good luck story of 2022. Instead of dismissing my symptoms due to perimenopause my GP wanted to be thorough and sent me for a CT scan that ultimately revealed stage 2 bowel cancer.” Danae discusses the importance of a positive outlook and how finding her “tribe” and the bowel cancer community helped her through her diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.

    33 min
  4. 'Even as a little girl I would try to find a glimmer – something that was really positive that day!'

    31 MAR

    'Even as a little girl I would try to find a glimmer – something that was really positive that day!'

    Flamboyant and infectiously positive, Sooz has always tried to find a “glimmer” in every day since she was a little girl.  Not even a stage 4 bowel cancer diagnosis has extinguished her bubbly personality. That doesn’t mean there are not moments that are hard, but as she explains, she chooses to view everything with a positive filter. Sooz talks about how (despite being health literate) she was shocked by her diagnosis. 'I just put my stomach pains down to gastro as a result of a recent trip to France, where I consumed good rose and French cheese', and how you must advocate for your own health. Sooz also chats about the importance of community and how her tribe, 'Soozies Floozies' have helped her navigate her cancer treatment. Bold in everything she does, Sooz is a breath of fresh air and this chat is a must listen.

    18 min
  5. 'In my lifetime we can do something to prevent it (bowel cancer)'

    13 FEB

    'In my lifetime we can do something to prevent it (bowel cancer)'

    We know bowel cancer is the deadliest cancer for people 25-44 and Australia has the highest rates of early-onset bowel cancer in the world, but we don’t know why. On this episode Associate Professor Daniel Buchanan discusses the importance of funding bowel cancer research, his Angel Study and why he is excited about bowel cancer research. “In my lifetime we can do something to prevent it. . . Cancer is a complex disease and there is much we don’t know but the exciting part is we know the mechanisms for the development of bowel cancer and how to intercept it. We just need to work on who gets that interception.”

    23 min
  6. 'I hit the jackpot with Beth ... it's only now she's gone I realise how much I relied on her.'

    5 JAN

    'I hit the jackpot with Beth ... it's only now she's gone I realise how much I relied on her.'

    On this episode, celebrity chef and author Justine Schofield opens up about the death of her best friend Beth to bowel cancer aged just 38. Justine talks about the joy of female friendship, her shared love of food with Beth and how the loss of her lifelong friend at such a young age has impacted her and their close-knit group. “There is something so very special and effortless about a female friendship and I hit the jackpot with Beth. She was always so optimistic and right to the very end she never gave up hope.” Keeping Beth’s memory alive, Justine is determined in raising awareness of bowel cancer and the red flag signs and symptoms to ensure Beth is never forgotten. A heartwarming and honest chat about friendship, food and lasting memories.

    34 min
  7. 'I looked well and people were assessing the outside of me ...'

    08/12/2024

    'I looked well and people were assessing the outside of me ...'

    A long-time bowel cancer advocate, Jodie’s delayed diagnosis was 'explained away' as female related issues, pregnancy and being a young Mum.  It wasn’t until she advocated for herself that she finally got the answer to her ongoing symptoms – Stage 3 bowel cancer. 'Self-advocacy is my big message - if something doesn’t feel right, look right and you’re not happy with the responses you're receiving, you need to find another option.'

    25 min
  8. 'After my surgery I just wanted to run ... So, I decided to train for a half marathon!'

    06/11/2024

    'After my surgery I just wanted to run ... So, I decided to train for a half marathon!'

    For avid runner, Brendan, looking after his mental health and body through running was a daily routine. But when he was struggling to complete his normal running regime and feeling tired and exhausted, he decided to see a GP. After being turned away twice and told it was nothing to be concerned about, Brendan listened to his body and sought a second opinion and was diagnosed with stage 2 bowel cancer aged 38.

    27 min
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Bowel Cancer Australia's award winning podcast hosted by bowel cancer survivor, Stephanie, is a monthly chat sharing stories and lived-experiences. Hearing from those living with or beyond bowel cancer, as well as health professionals involved in bowel cancer treatment and care, can be a valuable resource that can encourage and inspire others. Please note, podcasts may occasionally contain content that some listeners may find distressing.

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  • Creator
    Bowel Cancer Australia
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    59
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Bowel Cancer Australia
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    The Bottom Line Podcast

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