Her Cancer Our Story

Mike and Kaela Wagner
  • 5.0 (19)
  • Mental Health
  • Updated Biweekly

Her Cancer, Our Story is a raw and honest podcast about facing stage 4 metastatic breast cancer as a couple—while parenting young children through it all. Told by both patient and partner, we share the emotional realities of cancer, caregiving, marriage, and family life, while highlighting the importance of support for both patients and caregivers. This is a story of love, resilience, and navigating cancer together—so no one has to feel alone.

  1. 4d ago

    Your Story Matters | Episode 24

    We've all heard it before, especially in this space: "Your Story Matters". There are the obvious reasons why it's important to share your story, but what if it's not just about you? What if you're able to help someone just by simply telling your story? This week Kaela and Mike dive into this a little as Kaela provides some updates with her ongoing liver numbers (spoiler: they're dropping!!!!). We also discuss our goals and the future for Her Cancer Our Story, why we started this podcast and where we want it to go. This episode starts a little slow in the energy department as we are both deep into busy weeks of work/parenting and preparing for an upcoming vacation, but we get things rolling and this episode is worth a listen! Don't forget about the video format over at YouTube as well Your Story Matters

    Your Story Matters | Episode 24

  2. Aug 4

    Elizabeth's Story | Episode 23

    Today we're joined by Elizabeth Laberge. Elizabeth is a wife, mom of two, music teacher, dancer, and advocate living in New York City. She was diagnosed de novo with ER-positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer after finding a lump while breastfeeding her youngest child. Over the past three and a half years, she's navigated treatment, progression, uncertainty, and has found community through places like Camp Breastie and Onco Ballet. Today we're talking about what it really means to live with metastatic breast cancer, finding joy in the midst of uncertainty, and continuing to show up for yourself and the people you love. As always, you can also watch this episode on YouTube

    Elizabeth's Story | Episode 23

  3. Jul 21

    Patient / Caregiver Communication Expectations | Episode 22

    Summer brought us a chance to slow down and make memories with family over the Fourth of July on the shores of Lake Erie, but life with metastatic breast cancer never stays on pause for long. This week, we share a few updates from the past couple of weeks before diving into the latest challenge: persistently elevated liver numbers and the questions they're raising about Kaela's current treatment. We talk openly about the uncertainty that comes with waiting for answers, how treatment decisions are made, and what it's like when the plan you've grown comfortable with suddenly feels less certain. That conversation naturally leads us into something many couples facing cancer can relate to: how, when, and even if every test result should be communicated. We share our different expectations, why those differences exist, and how we're continuing to navigate them together. As always, this episode is an honest look at life beyond the diagnosis: the moments of joy, the setbacks, and the conversations that help us face both. You can find us wherever you get your podcasts. Please check us out on YouTube as well for a more immersive experience. https://youtu.be/iJliZxpmolw

    Patient / Caregiver Communication Expectations | Episode 22

  4. Jul 7

    Candace's Story | Episode 21

    Today’s episode is one that really sits with you. We’re talking with Candace who was in the middle of her second pregnancy and early postpartum life when she noticed something didn’t feel right in her body. What followed was a series of appointments, scans, and eventually a diagnosis of Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. This is a story about motherhood, intuition, grief, and advocacy. But also about how easily women, especially postpartum women, are told to wait, watch or reassure themselves when their body is actually signaling something much more serious. Candace’s story is deeply personal, but it is also one that so many women will recognize in pieces of their own experiences, especially that quiet moment of “something doesn’t feel right”. Episodes also available on YouTube: Her Cancer Our Story - YouTube

    Candace's Story | Episode 21

  5. Jun 23

    Officially Summer | Episode 20

    In the first episode of our bi-weekly summer series, we provide some updates on some of the exciting things we're doing this summer so far. We discuss Kaela's recent bloodwork results and how that's impacting her treatment. Later in the episode Kaela shares a little bit about her struggles dealing with a summer full of fun and family time, while also wanting time to slow down enough to savor every moment with the kids. We also throw in a mix of Mike's tattoo story, our evening at the BCA Survivor's dinner, Kaela's plans to attend a wellness summit, and some upcoming legislative news into the discussion as well.

    Officially Summer | Episode 20

  6. Jun 9

    A Scan Worth Celebrating | Episode 19

    This week, we share some incredible news: Kaela's latest PET/CT scan showed significant regression of disease, and we're taking time to celebrate this hard-earned victory together. In this episode, we talk openly about the emotions that surrounded scan day, from the anxiety and anticipation leading up to the appointment, to the overwhelming relief and gratitude we felt when the results finally came in. We discuss what these results mean, how we're processing them, and what life looks like moving forward while continuing to navigate metastatic breast cancer. We also revisit Mike's solo episode from last week, where he shared some of the emotions and challenges that caregivers often carry behind the scenes. Kaela reflects on why she wasn't able to listen to it just yet, but shares how proud she is of his vulnerability, and discusses the impact that kind of honesty can have on others walking a similar path. This episode is a celebration of good news, a reminder to appreciate the victories when they come, and a conversation about the hope, love, and resilience that continue to shape Her Cancer, Our Story. Of course, you can watch the full video on YouTube: Her Cancer Our Story - YouTube

    A Scan Worth Celebrating | Episode 19

  7. Jun 2

    Just Mike: Living in the Dark Scary Place | Episode 18

    This week, it's just me (Mike). While we usually share this journey together, this episode is a little different. I'm opening up about where I am emotionally, right now: the fears, uncertainty, and exhaustion. This is far from a polished episode. It's simply an honest snapshot of where my heart and mind are right now. If you've ever found yourself trying to stay strong while carrying more than you know how to hold, I hope this episode reminds you that you're not alone - even if it feels like you are... For an even more raw and unfiltered look at this episode, check out the video on YouTube: Her Cancer Our Story - YouTube

    Just Mike: Living in the Dark Scary Place | Episode 18

  8. May 26

    Nothing Scares Me Anymore: Claire's MBC Story - Part 2 | Episode 17

    It's been a long week, and we know you're all excited to hear more from Claire! Before we get back to part 2 with Claire, Kaela and Mike provide some updates on recent (less than favorable) bloodwork results and a discussion with our oldest son about Kaela's breast cancer. In part two of our conversation with Claire, we move beyond introductions and into the deeper realities of living with metastatic breast cancer while raising young children and building a life in the middle of uncertainty. We talk about navigating a new marriage after diagnosis, parenting through fear and hard conversations, and the complicated balance of trying to live fully while also thinking about the future. We also reflect on what it means to leave a legacy through advocacy. From podcast episodes to blog posts, we discuss how sharing our stories has become more than awareness work - it’s also a way for our children to someday hear our voices, understand our strength, and know just how deeply they were loved through all of this. This episode is honest, emotional, and full of the kind of conversations that remind us why telling these stories matters. perkybits | Claire's Boobie Journey https://rss.com/podcasts/perkybits/ Instagram Episodes are now available in video format on YouTube: Nothing Scares Me Anymore: Claire's MBC Story - Part 2

    Nothing Scares Me Anymore: Claire's MBC Story - Part 2 | Episode 17
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Her Cancer, Our Story is a raw and honest podcast about facing stage 4 metastatic breast cancer as a couple—while parenting young children through it all. Told by both patient and partner, we share the emotional realities of cancer, caregiving, marriage, and family life, while highlighting the importance of support for both patients and caregivers. This is a story of love, resilience, and navigating cancer together—so no one has to feel alone.

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  • Creator
    Mike and Kaela Wagner
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Michael Wagner
  • Show Website
    Her Cancer Our Story

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