The Tough Friends Collective

Chelsey Gomez (Ohyouresotough)
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The Tough Friends Collective is a podcast dedicated to open and honest conversations about cancer. Hosted by Chelsey Gomez (Ohyouresotough), a two-time cancer survivor, artist, and advocate, this podcast aims to amplify the voices of the cancer community, drawing from the stories shared on Chelsey's Instagram page, @ohyouresotough. Join us and subscribe to The Tough Friends Collective for candid discussions about cancer. We’ll explore everything from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship and emotional well-being. The Tough Friends Collective: Real stories, real people, real talk.

  1. 11/26/2025

    Episode 13 | The Wild West of Facebook Cancer Groups

    Hi friends! Welcome back to the Tough Friends Collective Podcast! In this episode of the Tough Friends Collective, we dive into the world of Facebook cancer groups. We hear several stories from the community about their experiences (both positive and negative). Plus, we discuss the dangers of potential misinformation and groupthink in some of these shared spaces. Subscribe for more honest conversations about cancer! Share your story in the comments below, and visit my Linktree for more ways to connect: ⁦⁦https://linktr.ee/Ohyouresotough⁩⁩ Check out my Etsy shop: ⁦⁦https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ohyouresotough⁩⁩

    Episode 13 | The Wild West of Facebook Cancer Groups

  2. 10/23/2025

    Episode 12 | Spilling the Tea on Advocacy

    Hi friends! Welcome back to the Tough Friends Collective Podcast! In this episode of the Tough Friends Collective, we discuss some ‘tea’ on advocacy. Should advocates be paid for their work? What happens behind the scenes? Let’s talk about it all! Expertise Without a Paycheck: https://christinevonraesfeld.substack.com/p/expertise-without-a-paycheck Subscribe for more honest conversations about cancer! Share your story in the comments below, and visit my Linktree for more ways to connect: ⁦https://linktr.ee/Ohyouresotough⁩ Check out my Etsy shop: ⁦https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ohyouresotough⁩

    Episode 12 | Spilling the Tea on Advocacy

  3. 03/22/2025

    Episode 11 | The Gap Between Cancer Coaching and Real Life

    Hi friends! Welcome back to the Tough Friends Collective Podcast! In this episode of the Tough Friends Collective, we discuss the phenomenon of "Cancer Coaches" and health misinformation on social media. Subscribe for more honest conversations about cancer! Share your story in the comments below, and visit my Linktree for more ways to connect: https://linktr.ee/Ohyouresotough Check out my Etsy shop : https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ohyouresotough

    Episode 11 | The Gap Between Cancer Coaching and Real Life

  4. 01/18/2025

    Episode 10 | How Do I Stop Spiraling?

    Hi friends! Welcome back to the Tough Friends Collective Podcast! In this episode of the Tough Friends Collective, we discuss the question of how not to spiral when someone passes. As well as cancer Facebook groups.. are they helpful or harmful to your mental health? We talk about it all. Subscribe for more honest conversations about cancer! Share your story in the comments below, and visit my Linktree for more ways to connect: https://linktr.ee/Ohyouresotough Check out my Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ohyouresotough

    Episode 10 | How Do I Stop Spiraling?

  5. 12/19/2024

    Episode 9 | Community Voices

    Hi friends! Welcome back to the Tough Friends Collective Podcast! In this episode of the Tough Friends Collective, we discuss a variety of topics including life after treatment, dealing with unsupportive family members, and more! Subscribe for more honest conversations about cancer! Share your story in the comments below, and visit my Linktree for more ways to connect: https://linktr.ee/Ohyouresotough Check out my Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ohyouresotough

    Episode 9 | Community Voices

  6. 11/12/2024

    Episode 8 | Losing Cancer Friends

    Hi friends! Welcome back to the Tough Friends Collective Podcast! In this episode of the Tough Friends Collective, we are discussing how one navigates life after losing cancer friends. This topic request came directly from a member of my Instagram community, and I think it's an important conversation. Subscribe for more honest conversations about cancer! Share your story in the comments below, and visit my Linktree for more ways to connect: https://linktr.ee/Ohyouresotough Check out my Etsy shop : https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ohyouresotough

    Episode 8 | Losing Cancer Friends

  7. 10/17/2024

    Episode 7 | Cancerversary Feels

    Hi friends! Welcome back to the Tough Friends Collective Podcast! In this episode of the Tough Friends Collective, we talk about cancer celebrations. What days do people celebrate? What are the emotions surrounding these milestones? We talk about it all! Subscribe for more honest conversations about cancer! Share your story in the comments below, and visit my Linktree for more ways to connect: https://linktr.ee/Ohyouresotough Check out my Etsy shop : https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ohyouresotough

    Episode 7 | Cancerversary Feels

  8. 09/30/2024

    Episode 6 | Cancer Faker Fallout

    Hi friends! Welcome back to the Tough Friends Collective Podcast! In this episode of the Tough Friends Collective, we explore the controversial topic of individuals who falsely claim to have cancer. Join us as we discuss the impacts they have on the real cancer community. Subscribe for more honest conversations about cancer! Buzzfeed article: https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/juliareinstein/a-tiktoker-faked-having-cancer-and-scammed-gofundme-donors Share your story in the comments below, and visit my Linktree for more ways to connect: https://linktr.ee/Ohyouresotough Check out my Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ohyouresotough

    Episode 6 | Cancer Faker Fallout
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The Tough Friends Collective is a podcast dedicated to open and honest conversations about cancer. Hosted by Chelsey Gomez (Ohyouresotough), a two-time cancer survivor, artist, and advocate, this podcast aims to amplify the voices of the cancer community, drawing from the stories shared on Chelsey's Instagram page, @ohyouresotough. Join us and subscribe to The Tough Friends Collective for candid discussions about cancer. We’ll explore everything from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship and emotional well-being. The Tough Friends Collective: Real stories, real people, real talk.

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  • Creator
    Chelsey Gomez (Ohyouresotough)
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Gomeazy LLC 2024
  • Show Website
    The Tough Friends Collective