Believe Big Podcast

Ivelisse Page
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Believe Big Podcast is a bi-weekly podcast developed to help you find answers about integrative cancer treatments and prevention. Ivelisse Page is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Believe Big which helps cancer patients face, fight, and overcome cancer. Diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer she overcame the odds without the use of chemotherapy and remains cancer-free today.  Since 2011, she’s helped thousands of patients move through the overwhelming process of cancer by bridging the gap between conventional and complementary medicine.  Believe Big not only helps patients survive but thrive.  Not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually as well.  Join Ivelisse as she takes a deep dive into your healing with health experts, integrative oncology practitioners, best-selling authors, biblical faith leaders, and cancer thrivers from around the globe. For more information about Believe Big and its programs please visit BelieveBig.org

  1. Sep 8

    117-Dr. Lucas Tims - Decoding Cancer Testing Options

    This episode kicks off Season 5 of the Believe Big podcast, and Ivelisse  welcomes back Dr. Lucas Tims of Root Causes Medical Clinic to untangle the confusing world of cancer testing.  Dr. Tims unpacks chemosensitivity tests like RGCC and Datar/OncoStat, including real criticisms around consistency and a key blind spot: lab dishes can't recreate the body's tumor microenvironment, so immune-modulating therapies like mistletoe or IV vitamin C can look ineffective even when they're not.  He explains where these tests still shine, especially for narrowing down later-line chemo or targeted options. He then draws a clear line between monitoring and treatment selection: Signatera tracks ctDNA/MRD after surgery to watch for recurrence, while Tempus profiles tumor genomics to surface druggable targets like PD-L1 for immunotherapy. He also introduces Astron Health as a second-opinion, tumor-board-style review, and Celcuity for pinpointing true driver pathways, with relevance reaching beyond solid tumors into blood cancers.  Throughout, Dr. Tims returns to one grounding principle: no single test tells the whole story. He encourages listeners to work with their clinicians and pair tumor testing with integrative "terrain" testing, inflammation, immune function, toxins, hormones, gut health, and stress, for the fullest picture of their cancer. Learn more about Dr. Lucas Tims and Root Causes Medical Clinic here. Substack: rootcauses.substack.com The SEED Program White Papers > Suggested Resources: BOOK:  The Metabolic Approach to Cancer by Dr. Nasha Winters and Jess Higgins KelleyAbout RGCC Cancer Testing and OncostatDatar Cancer Genetics website, home pageSignateraTempusAstron Health Your donations power our podcast's mission to support cancer patients with hope, insights, and resources. Every contribution fuels our ability to uplift and empower. Join us in making a lasting impact. Donate now! 🌟

    117-Dr. Lucas Tims - Decoding Cancer Testing Options

  2. Aug 25

    SUMMER REPLAY 61-Lindsay and Jason Swain - The Transformational Power of Lament

    This is our last Summer Replay Episode.  Join Ivelisse as she welcomes Pastors Jason and Lindsay Swain to discuss the transformational power of lament and how it supports healing, resilience, and hope, especially for those facing cancer or loss.  They share favorite health tips centered on exercise, community, and life-giving hobbies, and explain why Jason paused a church series to teach “The Grace of Lament” after the 20th birthday of their daughter Summer, who died suddenly 20 years ago.  The Swains describe grief as messy, unpredictable, and a long-term ebb and flow that time may lessen but not heal, emphasizing Jesus as healer and the need for safe guides, counseling, friends, and intentional space to feel.  They advise others to avoid “Christianese,” not rush grief, show practical help without waiting to be asked, and use lament psalms to bring honest sorrow and hope to God.  Don’t miss this important episode and take time to make lament part of your faith in healing. Connect with Jason and Lindsay Swain at Two Rivers Church: https://tworiverschurchfc.com/ Suggested Resource Links: Two Rivers Church - About pageJason's Lament sermon seriesBelieve Big podcast with Kim Hamer:  100 Acts of Love Your donations power our podcast's mission to support cancer patients with hope, insights, and resources. Every contribution fuels our ability to uplift and empower. Join us in making a lasting impact. Donate now! 🌟

    SUMMER REPLAY 61-Lindsay and Jason Swain - The Transformational Power of Lament

  3. Aug 11

    SUMMER REPLAY 86-Dr. Tom Cowan - Question Everything

    What if everything you thought you knew about cancer diagnosis was wrong?  Dr. Tom Cowan joins Ivelisse in this Summer Replay episode from 2024 to challenge the conventional story, suggesting cancer isn't a rogue cell gone wild, but the body's clever way of "bagging up" toxins, fear, and old beliefs it hasn't been able to release.  He walks through how fasting, saunas, mistletoe, and even shifting your thoughts can help your body let go of that load, while pushing back on how much weight we give to screenings and tumor markers.  It's a conversation that gently asks you to question everything, including the fear that so often drives our choices. Whether or not you agree with every point, it's the kind of perspective-shifting conversation that reminds us how much power we have in our own healing story. To learn more about Dr. Tom Cowan, visit his website at http://drtomcowan.com Suggested Resources: BOOK:  The Contagion Myth by Dr. Tom CowanBOOK:  Cancer and the New Biology of Water by Dr. Tom CowanBOOK:  Human Heart, Cosmic Heart by Dr. Tom CowanBOOK:  Radical Hope by Dr. Kelly TurnerDr. Cowan's GardenThe New Biology ClinicThe New Biology CurriculumPubMedYour donations power our podcast's mission to support cancer patients with hope, insights, and resources. Every contribution fuels our ability to uplift and empower. Join us in making a lasting impact. Donate now! 🌟

    SUMMER REPLAY 86-Dr. Tom Cowan - Question Everything

  4. Jul 28

    SUMMER REPLAY 96-Petra Sovcov - Herbal Medicine and Its Ancient Beginnings

    Discover the Power of Herbal Medicine in Cancer Care with Petra Sovcov Join host Ivelisse Page on the Believe Big podcast as she welcomes Petra Sovcov, a clinical herbal therapist and Doctor of Natural Medicine based in Vancouver, BC.  Founder of Healing House Natural Wellness, Petra brings decades of experience helping patients with chronic inflammatory conditions, including cancer and autoimmune diseases. In this enlightening episode, Petra shares practical, science-backed insights on how herbal remedies can complement conventional care to support detoxification, emotional health, and mental clarity. Petra discusses: Why it’s vital to slow down and make informed decisions in a health crisisHow to source high-quality herbs and read product labels wiselyWhich herbs are most effective for detox and emotional balanceHow herbal tinctures can enhance treatment outcomesWhether you're a patient, caregiver, or health advocate, this episode is full of actionable tips to naturally strengthen your healing journey.  Learn more about Petra Sovcov at Healing House Natural Wellness Suggested Resource Links: Petra's BlogInstitute of Holistic Nutrition - onlineWild Rose College of Herbal MedicineHerbalists Without BordersBC Herbalist AssociationCanadian Council of Herbalist AssociationsAmerican Herbalist GuildAmerican Herbal Pharmacopia Your donations power our podcast's mission to support cancer patients with hope, insights, and resources. Every contribution fuels our ability to uplift and empower. Join us in making a lasting impact. Donate now! 🌟

    SUMMER REPLAY 96-Petra Sovcov - Herbal Medicine and Its Ancient Beginnings

  5. Jul 14

    SUMMER REPLAY 108-Dr. Lucas Tims - Exploring Ivermectin for Cancer

    In this episode of the Believe Big podcast, Ivelisse welcomes Dr. Lucas Tims from Root Causes Medical Clinic for an engaging conversation about the emerging use of Ivermectin in cancer therapy. Together, they explore Ivermectin’s historical use, safety profile, and its promising potential as a repurposed, supportive treatment in integrative cancer care. Dr. Tims emphasizes the importance of personalized treatment plans developed alongside experienced integrative practitioners. The episode also dives into the real-world challenges of integrating Ivermectin into conventional protocols and how to navigate conversations with your care team. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, this episode offers an insightful look into the evolving landscape of cancer care and how combining conventional and complementary approaches may offer more options, and more hope, than ever before. Learn more about Dr. Lucas Tims here:  Root Causes - Providers Suggested Resources: Root Causes Medical ClinicBLOG: Root Causes KnowledgeBelieve Big Podcast, episode #10 - IVC in the Cancer Arena with Dr. Lucas TimsBelieve Big Podcast, episode #53 - Sugar and Its Role in Cancer Cells with Dr. Lucas TimsBelieve Big - Key Questions to Ask Your Oncologist Your donations power our podcast's mission to support cancer patients with hope, insights, and resources. Every contribution fuels our ability to uplift and empower. Join us in making a lasting impact. Donate now! 🌟

    SUMMER REPLAY 108-Dr. Lucas Tims - Exploring Ivermectin for Cancer

  6. Jun 30

    SUMMER REPLAY 95-Megan Van Zyl - Emotions & Cancer's Root Causes

    This week we're throwing back to a powerful conversation between Ivelisse and Megan Van Zyl, founder and CEO of Cancer Peace University.  Megan dives into healing cancer from every angle, physical, emotional, and spiritual, starting with her favorite health tip: connecting lifestyle change to a deeper sense of purpose. She unpacks immune "anergy," chronic infections like H. pylori and hepatitis, toxins, parasites, and the often-overlooked links between thyroid health, mitochondrial function, and oxygen deficiency in cancer. Megan also walks through detox roadblocks like slow methylation, MTHFR issues, lymph stagnation, and liver backup, sharing practical tools like dry brushing, rebounding, coffee enemas, and infrared saunas, plus the role of modified citrus pectin in reducing cancer cell "clumping" around biopsy or surgery. But the conversation goes beyond the physical. Megan explores psycho-neuroimmunology and how childhood trauma can quietly suppress the immune system's natural killer cells, why talk therapy sometimes isn't enough, and offers gentle tools like free-association journaling and trauma timelines for deeper healing.  Faith, hope, and stories of spontaneous remission are woven throughout, reflecting the heart of Cancer Peace University's mission. It's an episode full of insight, encouragement, and real hope for anyone walking through a cancer journey. Learn more about Megan Van Zyl and Cancer Peace University: https://cancerpeaceuniversity.com/the-bridge-program/  Suggested Resource Links: Cancer Peace UniversityBOOK:  Patient, Heal Thyself by Jordan RubinThe Warburg EffectBOOK:  Change Your Cancer Story: Why Some Heal & Others Don't by Megan Van ZylBOOK:  Braving the Storm: Find Hope During a Cancer Diagnosis by Megan Van ZylBOOK:  Fuel Your Body, Not Your Cancer - Anti Cancer Cookbook by Megan Van ZylYour donations power our podcast's mission to support cancer patients with hope, insights, and resources. Every contribution fuels our ability to uplift and empower. Join us in making a lasting impact. Donate now! 🌟

    SUMMER REPLAY 95-Megan Van Zyl - Emotions & Cancer's Root Causes

  7. Jun 16

    SUMMER REPLAY 75-Dr. Nasha Winters - Hormone Replacement Therapy

    Ivelisse sits down with her dear friend and integrative oncology expert Dr. Nasha Winters for a conversation that feels as much like a heart-to-heart as it does a masterclass. Together they tackle one of the most confusing and consequential topics in women's health: hormone replacement therapy. Dr. Winters opens with a simple but powerful daily habit, meeting the sunrise, as an underrated tool for hormonal balance. From there, she unpacks what hormones actually are (messengers, not just chemicals to replenish), traces the eye-opening history of exogenous hormones and their generational effects, and makes a compelling case that most menopausal symptoms are rooted in metabolic imbalance and stress, not deficiency. She also challenges the assumption that "bio-identical" means safe, offers non-hormonal options for common symptoms, and lays out what a wise, terrain-focused approach to tapering actually looks like. Warm, honest, and full of practical wisdom — this one is worth sharing with every woman you love. Learn more about Dr. Nasha Winters here. Suggested Resources: The Metabolic Approach to Cancer by Dr. Nasha WintersMenopause Reset by Dr. Mindy PelzRadical Remission website (Dr. Kelly Turner)Love, Medicine and Miracles by Dr. Bernie SiegelGood Clean Love - lubricantFORIA - Intimacy MeltsURIEL - Argentum Calendula ointmentYour donations power our podcast's mission to support cancer patients with hope, insights, and resources. Every contribution fuels our ability to uplift and empower. Join us in making a lasting impact. Donate now! 🌟

    SUMMER REPLAY 75-Dr. Nasha Winters - Hormone Replacement Therapy

  8. Jun 2

    SUMMER REPLAY 28 - Pastor Mark Batterson - Bold Prayers Honor God

    What does it look like to pray with bold faith when you're facing something bigger than you can handle? In this episode, Ivelisse welcomes Mark Batterson,  lead pastor of National Community Church and bestselling author of The Circle Maker,  for a conversation that will inspire you to keep circling your hardest prayers without letting fear have the final word. Drawing from the ancient story of Honi, who drew a circle in the sand and prayed boldly for rain, Mark shares what it means to bring God audacious, persistent prayers, especially in the face of illness. He opens up about his own healing from 40 years of asthma, his wife Lora's breast cancer journey, and how "circling your Jericho" can transform the way you face a diagnosis. You'll also hear how mindset, laughter, gratitude, nutrition, and community are all part of participating in your healing, and how to tune into the Holy Spirit's voice through Scripture, silence, and wise counsel. Whether you're in the middle of a health battle or walking alongside someone who is, this episode will remind you that God's dreams for your life are worth the wait, and worth the prayer. Learn more about Pastor Mark Batterson here. Suggested Resources: National Community ChurchEbeneezer's Coffee HouseThe Miracle TheatreThe DC Dream CenterCapital TurnaroundThe Dream CollectiveBOOK:  The Circle MakerBOOK:  Do It For A DayBOOK:  Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of GodBelieve Big Gratitude Journal Your donations power our podcast's mission to support cancer patients with hope, insights, and resources. Every contribution fuels our ability to uplift and empower. Join us in making a lasting impact. Donate now! 🌟

    SUMMER REPLAY 28 - Pastor Mark Batterson - Bold Prayers Honor God
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Believe Big Podcast is a bi-weekly podcast developed to help you find answers about integrative cancer treatments and prevention. Ivelisse Page is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Believe Big which helps cancer patients face, fight, and overcome cancer. Diagnosed with stage IV colon cancer she overcame the odds without the use of chemotherapy and remains cancer-free today.  Since 2011, she’s helped thousands of patients move through the overwhelming process of cancer by bridging the gap between conventional and complementary medicine.  Believe Big not only helps patients survive but thrive.  Not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually as well.  Join Ivelisse as she takes a deep dive into your healing with health experts, integrative oncology practitioners, best-selling authors, biblical faith leaders, and cancer thrivers from around the globe. For more information about Believe Big and its programs please visit BelieveBig.org

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  • Creator
    Ivelisse Page
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    136
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Believe Big Podcast
  • Show Website
    Believe Big Podcast

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