RadioTherapy

Julie Cain

Cancer can completely disrupt a young person’s life both during and beyond treatment. This series of podcasts has been created by a group of young people with cancer sharing their lived experiences. We will hear powerful, authentic and detailed descriptions of how cancer has impacted their education, employment, friendships and wider relationships.

  1. FEB 16

    SEASON 6, EPISODE 6: Meet the Charity Partners- Calum's Cabin

    In this episode, host Hollie, one of our previous podcasters, introduces listeners to Caroline, co-founder of Calum’s Cabin, and Olivia Grace, a young person who experienced the charity’s life-changing support.  In this powerful episode we hear how Calum’s wish to help other families led to one of Scotland’s most impactful childhood cancer charities. Caroline highlights what the charity offers to children, young people and their families across Scotland: Holiday homes, Glasgow flats for those who need to relocate for treatment for various lengths of time, mindfulness sessions, hospital gifts, snacks in Teenage Cancer Trust units and emergency support. Olivia Grace shares how time away from hospital at of the charity's holiday homes gave her quality time with her family and helped her reconnect with her siblings.  Caroline explains the importance of volunteering, fundraising, and spreading awareness to reach families who don’t know their help exists    RadioTherapy podcast is sponsored by the Beatson Cancer Charity Home | Beatson Cancer Charity and The National Lottery Community Fund Young Start programme, Young Start | The National Lottery Community Fund and is recorded by Go Radio in Glasgow Go Radio | 90's 00's & Now | Number 1 for Glasgow & The West (thisisgo.co.uk)   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiotherapypodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radiotherapypod  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/radio-therapy-podcast  TikTok: https: //www.tiktok.com/@radiotherapypodcast

    27 min
  2. FEB 11

    SEASON 6, EPISODE 5: Meet the Charity Partners- Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust

    In this episode host Abby sits down with Jill from the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust and Matt, a young person who recently joined one of their sailing trips. Together, they explore how the charity transforms lives by taking young people living through and beyond cancer on unforgettable sailing adventures. From overcoming fears to building confidence and friendships, this conversation dives deep into why being out on the water is more than just a trip: it’s a turning point.  During the discussion we learn how Ellen MacArthur turned her passion for sailing into a charity that now supports over 700 young people every year, and what a typical four-day sailing trip looks like, from learning knots to epic water fights between yachts. Matt shares why saying “yes” to the trip became one of the best experiences of his life, and we hear how sailing helps rebuild confidence, independence, and connection after cancer treatment.  RadioTherapy podcast is sponsored by the Beatson Cancer Charity Home | Beatson Cancer Charity and The National Lottery Community Fund Young Start programme, Young Start | The National Lottery Community Fund and is recorded by Go Radio in Glasgow Go Radio | 90's 00's & Now | Number 1 for Glasgow & The West (thisisgo.co.uk)   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiotherapypodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radiotherapypod  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/radio-therapy-podcast  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@radiotherapypodcast

    30 min
  3. JAN 14

    SEASON 6, EPISODE 1: Meet the Charity Partners- Teenage Cancer Trust

    In this episode we shine a spotlight on the incredible work of Teenage Cancer Trust | UK Cancer Charity and hear first-hand experiences from those whose lives have been transformed by its support. Host Darren is joined by Stephen, Associate Director of Services at Teenage Cancer Trust, and Grace, a 20-year-old with a lived experience of cancer from Glasgow, who shares her powerful journey through neuroblastoma treatment and recovery.  Highlights:  The Origins of TCT: From a humble fashion show to a nationwide network of 28 specialist units.  Life Inside TCT Units: Xboxes, pizza parties, and spaces that feel like home—not hospital.  Youth Advisory Group (YAG): How young voices shape policy, campaigns, and care.  Fundraising Magic: Royal Albert Hall gigs, celebrity meet-and-greets, and why pizza matters.  Beyond Treatment: Mental health, post-treatment challenges, and the importance of ongoing support.  Global Impact: How TCT collaborates worldwide through the Global Accord.  Empowering Advice: Why listening to your body and speaking up can save lives.  RadioTherapy podcast is sponsored by the Beatson Cancer Charity Home | Beatson Cancer Charity and The National Lottery Community Fund Young Start programme, Young Start | The National Lottery Community Fund and is recorded by Go Radio in Glasgow Go Radio | 90's 00's & Now | Number 1 for Glasgow & The West (thisisgo.co.uk)   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radiotherapypodcast  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radiotherapypod  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/radio-therapy-podcast  TikTok: https: //www.tiktok.com/@radiotherapypodcast

    28 min

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Cancer can completely disrupt a young person’s life both during and beyond treatment. This series of podcasts has been created by a group of young people with cancer sharing their lived experiences. We will hear powerful, authentic and detailed descriptions of how cancer has impacted their education, employment, friendships and wider relationships.