What’s Behind the Bra? – Breast Cancer Stories of Hope & Survival

Monique J. Bass – What’s Behind The Bra?
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What’s Behind the Bra? – Stories of Hope & Survival is a live podcast and digital storytelling platform founded and hosted by Monique J. Bass, breast cancer survivor and President of What’s Behind The Bra? A NJ Nonprofit Corporation. The podcast amplifies the voices of breast cancer survivors, fighters, caregivers, and families — both women and men — sharing real stories beyond the diagnosis. The platform features two powerful storytelling series: 🎀 What’s Behind the Bra? highlighting women’s journeys, and 💙 What’s Behind the Pecs? dedicated to men impacted by breast cancer. Through heartfelt, educational, and empowering conversations, the podcast raises awareness, builds community, and reminds every listener that no one fights alone.

Episodes

  1. The Phoenix Within: Yakima Deloatch on Survival, Sisterhood & Strength

    4D AGO

    The Phoenix Within: Yakima Deloatch on Survival, Sisterhood & Strength

    In this powerful episode of What’s Behind The Bra? – Healing Stories, host Monique Bass sits down with breast cancer survivor, advocate, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and author Yakima Deloatch for a deeply moving conversation about generational breast cancer, resilience, and rising after loss. Yakima’s journey is layered with legacy. After watching her mother battle and ultimately pass away from breast cancer, Yakima faced her own diagnosis — confronting the very fear she once witnessed up close. But instead of allowing fear to define her, she chose to rise. Like a phoenix. In this episode, Yakima shares: • Who she was before diagnosis • Being diagnosed at a young age • The emotional weight of losing her mother to breast cancer • Whether genetic testing was discussed • Her treatment journey and recovery • Navigating survivorship and lymphedema awareness • Turning pain into purpose • Leading one of New Jersey’s largest Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks • Building The Pink Escape — a luxury travel experience for survivors celebrating life and sisterhood With over 15 years of expertise in partnerships and brand development — working with companies like Samsung, AWS, and LinkedIn — Yakima has blended corporate leadership with heartfelt advocacy. Her story has been featured on Dr. Oz, ABC News, The Wendy Williams Show, and more — but in this conversation, we go beyond the headlines. This episode is about: Legacy. Breaking generational fear. Reclaiming joy. And discovering what strength truly lives behind the bra. If you or someone you love has been impacted by breast cancer, this conversation will move you. 💗 Support & Resources To donate or request a Comfort Care Bag for someone in treatment, visit: www.behindthebra.org If you would like to share your story on the podcast, email: Info@BehindTheBra.org

    1h 6m
  2. Behind The Diagnosis: LaTonya Richburg Wilson’s Story of Courage & Healing

    FEB 23

    Behind The Diagnosis: LaTonya Richburg Wilson’s Story of Courage & Healing

    What’s Behind The Bra? – Healing Stories Guest: LaTonya Richburg Wilson | Breast Cancer Survivor In this powerful episode, host Monique J. Bass sits down with breast cancer survivor LaTonya Richburg Wilson to share a heartfelt conversation about diagnosis, faith, resilience, and healing. LaTonya opens up about life before cancer, the emotional impact of hearing those life-changing words, and how she navigated treatment with courage, community support, and unwavering faith. Her story is a reminder that early detection, advocacy, and hope can truly save lives. This episode offers encouragement for survivors, caregivers, and anyone seeking inspiration through life’s toughest challenges. 💗 Because behind every diagnosis — there’s a story worth hearing.

    59 min
  3. Faith, Fashion & Fighting Stage 4 — Ashley Brooks’ Story

    FEB 16

    Faith, Fashion & Fighting Stage 4 — Ashley Brooks’ Story

    Ashley Brooks Faith, Fashion & Fighting Stage 4 In this powerful episode of What’s Behind The Bra? – Cancer Stories of Hope & Survival, host Monique Bass sits down with metastatic breast cancer warrior Ashley Brooks, a mother, advocate, and inspiration to thousands online. Ashley shares her journey living with stage 4 breast cancer, including how faith, mindset, and self-expression through fashion help her navigate diagnosis, treatment, and daily life. She speaks openly about mental health, resilience, and choosing to live fully despite uncertainty. This conversation reminds us that a diagnosis does not define a person — purpose, community, and hope still shine through. Ashley continues empowering women to embrace their beauty, advocate for themselves, and find strength in their own stories. 💗 This episode is for survivors, thrivers, caregivers, advocates, and anyone needing encouragement today.

    37 min
  4. A Soldier's Story: Dr. Lawrence 'Larry' Henry -Two-Time Colorectal Cancer Survivor

    FEB 9

    A Soldier's Story: Dr. Lawrence 'Larry' Henry -Two-Time Colorectal Cancer Survivor

    A Soldier's Story: Surviving Cancer and Advocating for Awareness In this powerful episode, I sit down with my lifelong friend of 38 years, Dr, Lawrence 'Larry' Henry-U.S. Army Colonel (Retired), two-time cancer survivor, and founder of the nonprofit A BRIDGE 2 Light. Larry Shares his journey from serving in the Army to facing Stage 3 and Stage 4 Colon Cancer, and how those experiences fueled his mission to raise chronic disease and colorectal cancer awareness, especially in underserved communities. We talk about courage, resilience, friendship, and why early detection can literally save lives. Whether you're a survivor, caregiver, or someone interested in health advocacy, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that cancer doesn't discriminate and neither should awareness,

    1h 1m
  5. Vivian Mott – Faith, Strength & Fighting for Your Voice

    FEB 2

    Vivian Mott – Faith, Strength & Fighting for Your Voice

    In this powerful episode of What’s Behind The Bra? – Healing Stories, we sit down with Vivian Mott, a proud Puerto Rican woman, Bronx-born and Jersey-raised, whose life is a true testimony of faith, resilience, and unwavering strength. At age 42, Vivian was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer—a moment that could have shaken her spirit, but instead strengthened her resolve. Anchored in her faith and trusting that God has the final word, Vivian chose to advocate for herself, ask hard questions, and stand firm in decisions about her body and her healing journey. Now 55, Vivian is a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, cherished daughter, sister, aunt, and loyal friend. Her story is one of courage, self-advocacy, and choosing faith over fear. She shares how culture, family, and belief carried her through diagnosis, treatment, and life beyond cancer. This episode is for survivors, warriors, thrivers, caregivers—and anyone who needs a reminder that your voice matters and your story has purpose.

    1h 3m
  6. A Caregiver’s Love, Loss & Healing — Anya Lane’s Story

    JAN 26

    A Caregiver’s Love, Loss & Healing — Anya Lane’s Story

    In this heartfelt episode of What’s Behind the Bra? – Stories of Hope & Survival, Monique J. Bass sits down with Anya Lane, a devoted daughter and caregiver who shares her powerful journey caring for her mother during her battle with breast cancer. This conversation is deeply personal. Monique and Anya connected during the pandemic while both were walking through their own cancer-related battles. What began as a moment of kindness turned into a lasting bond rooted in faith, support, and sisterhood. In this episode, Anya opens up about: • What it truly means to be a caregiver • The emotional toll of watching a loved one fight cancer • Life after loss and navigating grief • How healing begins, even when the pain remains This episode is for every caregiver, survivor, thriver, and anyone who has loved someone through cancer. 🎗 If this episode touched your heart, please share it with someone who may need it. 💖 Interested in our upcoming WBTB Healing Circles? Email: info@behindthebra.org 🌸 Support our mission: www.behindthebra.org 🌿 Today’s Sponsor: Cozy Earth Experience luxury, comfort, and better sleep with Cozy Earth’s premium bamboo bedding and loungewear. 👉 Shop here: www.cozyearth.com 💸 Use discount code: MOBASS

    57 min
  7. From the Battlefield to Breakthrough: Sharray Peek’s Faith-Filled Breast Cancer Journey

    JAN 19

    From the Battlefield to Breakthrough: Sharray Peek’s Faith-Filled Breast Cancer Journey

    ✨ NEW EPISODE – What’s Behind the Bra? Behind the Stories ✨ Hosted by Monique J. Bass, Survivor & Founder of What’s Behind the Bra? In this powerful and faith-filled episode, Monique sits down with her lifelong friend Sharray Peek — wife, Associate Pastor, Founder of the Ministry of Change, and author of RayOfSunShyne. Sharray courageously shares her personal journey through the breast cancer battlefield, the emotional and spiritual strength it took to endure chemotherapy, and how God continued to carry her even while she was fighting for her life. While on chemotherapy, Sharray accomplished something extraordinary — she graduated from Liberty University with her Bachelor of Science in Human Services, earning Magna Cum Laude honors. This episode is filled with transparency, healing, sisterhood, and a prayer that touched every heart in the room. 🎗️ In this episode, we discuss: • Navigating breast cancer with faith • Friendship and sisterhood through illness • Finding purpose in pain • God’s presence in the hardest seasons • Encouragement for anyone currently in the fight 🙏🏽 This conversation is for every survivor, caregiver, fighter, and family member who needs hope today. 📍 Follow & Connect with Sharray Peek: Author of RayOfSunShyne Founder – Ministry of Change 🎧 New episodes of What’s Behind the Bra? Behind the Stories stream on all major podcast platforms. 💌 Share your story: info@behindthebra.org 🎗️ Support the mission: www.behindthebra.org 📲 Follow: @moniquejbass | @whatsbehindthebrafoundation_ #BreastCancerAwareness #WhatsBehindTheBra #BreastCancerSurvivor #HealingStories #FaithOverFear #CancerJourney #BlackWomenHealing #SurvivorStories #TrustGod #BreastCancerPodcast #NonprofitPodcast #HopeAfterCancer

    1 hr
  8. What’s Behind the Pecs? JohnFredrick Daniels — From Tragedy to Purpose: A Male Breast Cancer Journey

    JAN 13

    What’s Behind the Pecs? JohnFredrick Daniels — From Tragedy to Purpose: A Male Breast Cancer Journey

    Trigger Warning: This episode discusses suicide, gun violence, and cancer. Listener discretion advised. In this powerful episode of What’s Behind the Bra? — Behind the Stories, Monique Bass sits down with mural artist and breast cancer warrior JohnFredrick Daniels for a deeply transparent conversation about loss, purpose, faith, and fighting. JohnFredrick opens up about the devastating loss of his child to suicide — a moment that forever changed his life and nearly broke him. Out of that pain, purpose was born. He shares how painting a mural in Buffalo, NY for his community after a racially motivated mass shooting became a turning point that helped him begin to heal. Not long after, JohnFredrick received another life-altering diagnosis: Stage 2 HER2-positive male breast cancer. In this episode, he courageously shares: • What it’s like being a man diagnosed with breast cancer • How he’s navigating chemotherapy • How grief reshaped his purpose • What fatherhood looks like while raising four sons during cancer treatment • How art, faith, and community continue to save his life This is not just a cancer story — it is a story of survival, transformation, and choosing to live out loud even when life hurts. 🎗 Male breast cancer is real. 🎗 Grief is real. 🎗 And so is healing. Thank you JohnFredrick f

    1h 1m
  9. My Story – The Heart Behind What’s Behind the Bra/Pecs

    JAN 12 · BONUS

    My Story – The Heart Behind What’s Behind the Bra/Pecs

    Welcome to What’s Behind the Bra? Pecs?– Breast Cancer Stories. I’m your host, Monique J. Bass — breast cancer survivor, founder of What’s Behind the Bra?, and community advocate. In this introduction episode, I share my personal breast cancer journey, what life looked like during treatment, and how my experience led me to create What’s Behind the Bra? Pecs?— a mission-driven organization focused on comfort, awareness, and community for those impacted by breast cancer. This podcast was created to give survivors, warriors, caregivers, and families a safe space to tell their stories, feel seen, and know they are not alone. What started as my healing journey has grown into a movement — and this episode is where it begins. Thank you for being here. Thank you for listening. And thank you for helping me spread awareness, compassion, and hope. 💖 No one fights alone. Follow the journey: IG: @moniquejbass | @whatsbehindthebrafoundation For healing circles, comfort care packages, or to share your story: 📧 whatsbehindthebra@gmail.com

    30 min
  10. Stories Behind the Bra with Godmother of Comedy Ms. Tina Graham: Faith, Laughter, Strength & the Breast Cancer Journey

    JAN 10

    Stories Behind the Bra with Godmother of Comedy Ms. Tina Graham: Faith, Laughter, Strength & the Breast Cancer Journey

    Welcome to What’s Behind the Bra? – Breast Cancer Stories, a safe and empowering space created to amplify the voices of survivors, warriors, caregivers, and families impacted by breast cancer. In this special episode of Stories Behind the Bra, host Monique Bass sits down with the Godmother of Comedy, Ms. Tina Graham, for an unforgettable and deeply moving conversation about breast cancer, faith, resilience, and the healing power of laughter. Recorded live on Instagram, this episode explores Ms. Tina Graham’s personal journey, the emotional realities behind the diagnosis, how faith and humor became tools for survival, and why storytelling is essential for healing and awareness. This is a conversation about strength behind the smile, purpose behind the pain, and hope beyond the diagnosis. 🩷 In this episode, we discuss: • Ms. Tina Graham’s breast cancer journey • Faith, fear, and finding purpose • Using laughter as medicine • Emotional wellness during and after treatment • The importance of sharing our stories • Encouragement for survivors, warriors, and caregivers 🎤 About our guest: Ms. Tina Graham, known as the Godmother of Comedy, is a legendary entertainer whose life and testimony continue to inspire audiences around the world. Her transparency, humor, and faith shine through this powerful conversation. 🎗 About the host: Monique Bass is a breast cancer survivor and the founder of What’s Behind the Bra? A NJ Nonprofit Corporation, dedicated to providing comfort care packages, community support, and healing-centered storytelling for individuals and families impacted by breast cancer. 📌 This episode was recorded live on Instagram. 🤝 Connect & get involved: Host: @moniquejbass Foundation: @whatsbehindthebrafoundation Email: whatsbehindthebra@gmail.com If this episode touched you, please share it, leave a review, and send it to someone who may need encouragement today. Because here at What’s Behind the Bra?, no one fights alone.

    58 min
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What’s Behind the Bra? – Stories of Hope & Survival is a live podcast and digital storytelling platform founded and hosted by Monique J. Bass, breast cancer survivor and President of What’s Behind The Bra? A NJ Nonprofit Corporation. The podcast amplifies the voices of breast cancer survivors, fighters, caregivers, and families — both women and men — sharing real stories beyond the diagnosis. The platform features two powerful storytelling series: 🎀 What’s Behind the Bra? highlighting women’s journeys, and 💙 What’s Behind the Pecs? dedicated to men impacted by breast cancer. Through heartfelt, educational, and empowering conversations, the podcast raises awareness, builds community, and reminds every listener that no one fights alone.

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