The Many Faces of Cancer

Melissa Grosboll
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As a cancer survivor and thriver, I know how important community and support are when you are facing a cancer diagnosis. That’s why I created The Many Faces of Cancer Podcast. Each week I will be interviewing amazing people with heartfelt and inspirational stories from all sides of the cancer journey: patients, survivors and thrivers, caregivers, family and friends, and professionals. I may even throw in a bonus episode once in a while talking about things that are important to us all.  We never think it will happen to us, until it does. This podcast will be about community, knowing you’re not alone in your journey. It will also be an opportunity for people to share their stories and hopefully help others.  I hope you will all tune in. While it will be cancer stories, we all learn from others and, ultimately, these are human stories, applicable to many other areas of life.

  1. Heaven Is the Top of My Bucket List: The Faith and Legacy of Pam Erwin

    5d ago

    Heaven Is the Top of My Bucket List: The Faith and Legacy of Pam Erwin

    Before this episode was released, our guest, Pam Erwin, passed away after living with advanced melanoma. We are honored to share this conversation as part of her legacy. Pam spent her life saying "yes" to wherever God called her. From serving as a Disaster Relief chaplain alongside her husband, Dave, to helping build churches, schools, and vocational programs in Benin, West Africa, her faith wasn't something she simply believed—it was something she lived every day. Then came cancer. Diagnosed with a rare form of mucosal melanoma, Pam faced a terminal illness with the same quiet confidence that had guided her throughout her ministry. Even while receiving hospice care, she continued encouraging others, serving her community, and made one final mission trip to Benin—a place and people she dearly loved. In this deeply moving conversation, Pam shares why she isn't afraid of hospice, how faith transformed the way she approached cancer, and why she believes every day is another opportunity to love, serve, and point others toward hope. Whether or not you share Pam's faith, her perspective on purpose, legacy, and living fully in the face of uncertainty is both inspiring and unforgettable. In This Episode How one prayer led to a life-changing ministry in BeninBuilding churches, schools, and hope in West AfricaLiving with a rare form of terminal melanomaWhy Pam chose hospice earlier than most people expectMaking one final mission trip despite advanced cancerFinding peace in the face of deathWhat it means to live with purpose until the very endWhy "Heaven is the top of my bucket list"Pam's life reminds us that while we can't choose every circumstance, we can choose how we respond. Her unwavering faith, compassionate heart, and servant's spirit continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing her. We dedicate this episode to Pam's memory and hope her words encourage you to live each day with purpose, hope, and love. Resources: Pam's Ministry Website: https://truthunleashedministries.org/ Pam's Ministry Facebook Page: Truth Unleashed Benin Follow: Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/ My website: https://melissagrosboll.com Email me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

    44 min
  2. Running Past the Prognosis: One Man's Journey Beyond Stage 4 with Kevin Webber

    Jun 23

    Running Past the Prognosis: One Man's Journey Beyond Stage 4 with Kevin Webber

    When Kevin Webber was just 49 years old, he received devastating news: he had stage 4 prostate cancer and might have only two years to live. For many people, such a diagnosis could lead to fear, despair, and hopelessness. But Kevin made a different choice. Rather than allowing his prognosis to define him, he decided to use his diagnosis as a force for good—for his family, his friends, and anyone facing difficult circumstances. In this inspiring episode of The Many Faces of Cancer, Kevin shares how he transformed from an occasional runner into an ultramarathon athlete, completing races across some of the most challenging environments on Earth. From the deserts to the jungles, from temperatures of -40°C to +50°C, Kevin has pushed the limits of what he once thought possible. But this conversation is about far more than running. It is about purpose. It is about perspective. It is about refusing to let statistics determine how you live your life. Kevin reminds us that while we may not always control what happens to us, we can choose how we respond. His journey offers hope, motivation, and a powerful challenge to all of us: to make the most of every day we are given. Resources: Kevin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/webber2401/ Kevin's Book: Dead Man Running - Find it on Amazon Kevin's Fundraising Page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/kevin-webber-mds2026 Follow: Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/ My website: https://melissagrosboll.com Email me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

    48 min
  3. The Care Between the Care: Bringing Humanity Back to Cancer Care with Ann Wax

    Jun 16

    The Care Between the Care: Bringing Humanity Back to Cancer Care with Ann Wax

    Today’s guest is Ann Wax, RN, an oncology nurse with more than 50 years of experience caring for people affected by cancer. Today, Ann serves as an Oncology Doula™, speaker, educator, author, and patient advocate, helping patients and families navigate the emotional and human side of the cancer journey. Throughout her career, Ann discovered that some of the most meaningful aspects of care happen outside of treatments, procedures, and test results. She calls this "The Care Between the Care™"—the compassion, dignity, support, and connection that patients and families need during diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and beyond. In this conversation, Ann shares insights gained from decades at the bedside, discusses the role of an Oncology Doula™, and explains why dignity should never be viewed as an extra—it should be an essential part of every patient's care. Whether you are a patient, survivor, caregiver, healthcare professional, or someone supporting a loved one through cancer, this episode offers powerful reminders about the impact of kindness, presence, and truly seeing the person behind the diagnosis. Resources: Ann's email: annwax7@gmail.com Ann's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annwax/ Ann's Book on Amazon: Op-Ed on Cancer Follow: Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/ My website: https://melissagrosboll.com Email me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

    45 min
  4. The Need for Easier Access to Resources and Asking Better Questions with Cyndy Peterson

    Jun 9

    The Need for Easier Access to Resources and Asking Better Questions with Cyndy Peterson

    Today's guest is Cyndy Peterson, diagnosed in 2022 with Stage 3B lobular breast cancer. She has a history of cancer in her family, so she always knew there was a chance she would experience it herself someday, and decided to deal with it when and if it happened, and not worry about it otherwise. She has gone through her journey with grace and humor, sharing her experience with others. We talk about lobular breast cancer, diep flap reconstruction, the need for resource guides for the newly diagnosed, mentorship and asking better questions to your care team, and so much more!! Resources: Cyndy's Email: cyndy1537@gmail.com Cyndy's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cyndy.peterson.92 Follow: Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/ My website: https://melissagrosboll.com Email me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

    38 min
  5. Finding Harmony after Cancer: Creating a Life You Love with Hayley Dubin

    Jun 2

    Finding Harmony after Cancer: Creating a Life You Love with Hayley Dubin

    Today's guest is Hayley Dubin, Certified Health Coach, Metabolic Terrain Advocate, and founder of reVIVE Wellness. She also is the host of The Cancer Liberation Project Podcast. As a 28-year ovarian cancer survivor, her passion is to help people overcome the physical, mental and emotional challenges that the cancer journey can bring. She helps her clients let go of the fear and take control of their health, so that they can feel confident in their ability to heal. We talk about how medicine and treatment have changed in the past 30 years, grieving loss of fertility and femininity, the effects of stress on the body and the rediscovering joy, the importance of balance and wholeness to maintaining health, and so much more!! Resources: Hayley's Website: www.revivewellness.com Free Gift: 7 Top Tips to Keep Cancer Away and Feel Confident in Your Body Again! Hayley's Podcast: The Cancer Liberation Project Hayley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hayleydubin/                        Hayley's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revivewellness1                        Hayley's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-dubin-91683627/ Follow: Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/ My website: https://melissagrosboll.com Email me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

    43 min
  6. Living with Cancer: Strength Through Service with Debbie Hornor

    May 26

    Living with Cancer: Strength Through Service with Debbie Hornor

    Today's guest is Debbie Hornor, Senior National Consultant for Charitable Estate Planning in Mission Advancement at the American Heart Association, State Volunteer President for AARP Colorado, and currently in remission after primary angiosarcoma of the breast and reoccurrence. She has spent her career in public health policy work, community health, healthcare quality improvement, and so much more. To say she is dedicated to serving others is an understatement. She brings a deeply personal perspective to her work and volunteerism. We talk about the emotional toll of cancer, finding gratitude and joy and being more present in life, the healing power of nature and laughter, community engagement and sharing stories, and so much more! Resources: Debbie's LinkedIn: Debbie Hornor LinkedIn AARP Colorado: AARP Colorado AARP Article about Debbie: A New State President Champions Living Fully At Every Stage Of Life Follow: Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/ My website: https://melissagrosboll.com Email me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

    44 min
  7. The Many Realities of Cancer Around the World with Carmen Monge

    May 19

    The Many Realities of Cancer Around the World with Carmen Monge

    Today's guest is Carmen Monge, Hodgkin's Lymphoma survivor, researcher, and patient advocate working at the intersection of lived experience, research, and equity in cancer care, especially across different global healthcare systems. Carmen is the founder of MANO Beyond Cancer, a global initiative exploring survivorship through qualitative research, where she had conducted interviews with survivors from more than 60 countries. She also works as a researcher and patient advocate with Youth Cancer Europe. And the author of CAN-CAN, a children's book series designed to help explain the cancer journey, from diagnosis to life after treatment, in a holistic and accessible way. We talk about hope, cancer research, cultural differences and disparities in cancer care, the challenges of getting treatment is another country from your homeland, common threads among survivors globally, and so much more!!! Resources: Carmen's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MANObeyondcancer Carmen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mano_beyondcancer/ Carmen's contact info: https://linktr.ee/CarmenMonge Follow: Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/ My website: https://melissagrosboll.com Email me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

    47 min
  8. Raising Awareness for Living Organ Donation after His Kidney Transplant with Mark McIntosh

    May 12

    Raising Awareness for Living Organ Donation after His Kidney Transplant with Mark McIntosh

    Today's guest is Mark McIntosh, founder of Victory Productions, a Denver-based non profit focused on lessening the impact of homelessness, education inequities and America's growing health issues concerning organ donation and wellness. Mark lives with Amyloidosis, whose treatment spared his life but destroyed his kidneys. Thanks to a kidney transplant to save his life, he now advocates and raises awareness for living organ donation. He is also the chair of the 2026 Denver Transplant Games, being held in June.  We talk about the importance of organ donation, kidney health disparities among people of color, his 10 year mission to bring Colorado back to the healthiest state in the country, the National Transplant Games being held in Denver this year, and so much more!! Resources: Mark's Website: https://seekvictory.com Mark's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmcintosh/ Mark's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/macanddoog/ Transplant Games of America: https://www.transplantgamesofamerica.org National Kidney Registry: https://www.kidneyregistry.com/ Follow: Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/melissagrosboll/ My website: https://melissagrosboll.com Email me: drmelissagrosboll@gmail.com

    37 min
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As a cancer survivor and thriver, I know how important community and support are when you are facing a cancer diagnosis. That’s why I created The Many Faces of Cancer Podcast. Each week I will be interviewing amazing people with heartfelt and inspirational stories from all sides of the cancer journey: patients, survivors and thrivers, caregivers, family and friends, and professionals. I may even throw in a bonus episode once in a while talking about things that are important to us all.  We never think it will happen to us, until it does. This podcast will be about community, knowing you’re not alone in your journey. It will also be an opportunity for people to share their stories and hopefully help others.  I hope you will all tune in. While it will be cancer stories, we all learn from others and, ultimately, these are human stories, applicable to many other areas of life.

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  • Creator
    Melissa Grosboll
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    130
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Many Faces of Cancer
  • Show Website
    The Many Faces of Cancer

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