The Cancer Project

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Stay informed and empowered as we explore the intersection of technology and medicine. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions, expert interviews, and practical advice to help you or your loved ones on the journey through cancer treatment and recovery.

  1. When Cancer Meets the Spotlight: Lessons From Famous Diagnoses With Britney Haynes

    3D AGO

    When Cancer Meets the Spotlight: Lessons From Famous Diagnoses With Britney Haynes

    David Raubach and Birtney Haynes break down how cancer screening really works and the real world consequences of delaying treatment. The conversation explores the risks and benefits of different screening tools, including PET CT, MRI, and blood-based biomarkers. Explaining why no single test can detect every cancer. Using well-known cases like Steve Jobs, Joe Biden, Ron Rivera, and Princess Kate, the episode highlights how timing, evidence-based care, and informed decisions can dramatically impact outcomes.The discussion examines why Steve Jobs delayed surgery for pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer and how that decision changed the course of his disease. It also explains Joe Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis and how stopping routine screening allowed the cancer to progress before detection. The episode clarifies why proton therapy can reduce radiation exposure, especially for pediatric and head and neck patients, and why treatment decisions often feel overwhelming when patients are faced with many options.

    1h 3m
  2. New Clinical Trial Results: How This Changes Head and Neck Cancer Treatment

    JAN 6

    New Clinical Trial Results: How This Changes Head and Neck Cancer Treatment

    This episode of The Cancer Project features a detailed conversation with Dr. John Chang and David Raubach on newly published clinical trial data comparing proton therapy and traditional photon radiation for head and neck cancers. The discussion breaks down what head and neck and oropharyngeal cancers are, why treatment in this area is especially complex and how different radiation technologies affect both outcomes and quality of life.The article referenced in this podcast:Proton versus photon radiotherapy for patients with oropharyngeal cancer in the USA: a multicentre, randomised, open-label, non-inferiority phase 3 trialFrank, Steven JBates, James et al.The Lancet, Volume 0, Issue 0https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(25)01962-2/abstract

    23 min
  3. Leadership, Faith, and Purpose: Mike Beckham's Story

    12/30/2025

    Leadership, Faith, and Purpose: Mike Beckham's Story

    In this episode of The Cancer Project podcast, host David Raubach talks with Mike Beckham, co-founder and CEO of Simple Modern. Mike shares his journey from ministry to entrepreneurship, how he built one of the fastest-growing drink-ware brands in the country, and why generosity is the centerpiece of both his life and business. Hear the story behind Simple Modern’s giveaway of 50,000 mugs to cancer patients, how Mike plans to give away most of his net worth, and what it takes to protect company culture while scaling. This conversation will inspire leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone who believes business can be a force for good.

    54 min
  4. Turning Cancer and Addiction Into a Message of Hope: Stacy and Earle Haggard

    12/16/2025

    Turning Cancer and Addiction Into a Message of Hope: Stacy and Earle Haggard

    In this episode of The Cancer Project, host David Raubach sits down with Stacy and Earle Haggard to discuss their family’s incredible journey. Stacy’s book, ‘French Kissing Cancer,’ shares the heartbreaking story of losing her sister to cancer, the emotional aftermath, and the faith that sustained them. Together, they reveal how tragedy transformed into triumph through love, faith, and family. Subscribe to hear more inspiring stories of hope and healing.

    54 min
  5. Making Cancer Care Globally Accessible With Stephen Towe

    12/09/2025

    Making Cancer Care Globally Accessible With Stephen Towe

    In this episode of The Cancer Project, host David Raubach sits down with Stephen Towe, CEO and Co-Founder of LEO Cancer Care, to discuss how upright patient positioning is reshaping the future of radiation and proton therapy. Stephen shares his journey from medical physicist to entrepreneur, the challenges of bringing innovation to market, and how compassion drives true progress in healthcare.Watch to learn how LEO Cancer Care’s groundbreaking approach could make proton therapy more accessible worldwide and more humane for every patient.Learn more about LEO Cancer Care: https://www.leocancercare.com

    40 min
  6. The Future of Cancer Treatment

    12/02/2025

    The Future of Cancer Treatment

    Join host David Raubach and Mevion CEO Tina Yu as they discuss leadership, innovation, and the global future of proton therapy. Learn how Mevion’s FIT system makes advanced cancer care more accessible. Tune in to The Cancer Project Podcast for insight into the science, technology, and humanity behind cancer treatment breakthroughs.

    1 hr
  7. Proton Therapy Access That Puts Patients First with Jennifer Maggiore

    11/11/2025

    Proton Therapy Access That Puts Patients First with Jennifer Maggiore

    Jennifer explains the mission of the National Association for Proton Therapy to ensure that every patient has informed access to proton therapy through advocacy, education, and research. The conversation covers insurance barriers, cost-effectiveness, workforce realities, research priorities and the shift from skepticism to pride among policymakers and communities. The National Association for Proton Therapy https://proton-therapy.org

    1h 1m
  8. The Heart Behind Brain Surgery A Conversation With David Sandberg

    11/04/2025

    The Heart Behind Brain Surgery A Conversation With David Sandberg

    In this powerful episode of The Cancer Project Podcast, Dr. David Sandberg, pediatric neurosurgeon and author of 'Brain and Heart,' shares an intimate look into the emotional, ethical, and human dimensions of medicine. He reflects on life in the operating room, the heartbreak and hope of treating children with brain tumors, and the lessons learned from decades of healing. Listen as Dr. Sandberg discusses compassion, humility, and what it truly means to balance the mind and the heart.Book Referenced in this Episode: “Brain and Heart: The Triumphs and Struggles of a Pediatric Neurosurgeon” by David I. SandbergIn this book, Dr. David Sandberg combines his deep scientific and medical knowledge with raw emotion and unforgettably powerful stories of courage and love.Get your copy: https://bit.ly/49Qb2SV

    50 min
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Stay informed and empowered as we explore the intersection of technology and medicine. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions, expert interviews, and practical advice to help you or your loved ones on the journey through cancer treatment and recovery.

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  • Creator
    Oklahoma Proton Center
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Oklahoma Proton Center
  • Show Website
    The Cancer Project