SARC Talk Episode 39 - Daphne Edgren - Rise to Face the Sun: The Patient Experience

In this episode, we’re joined by Daphne Edgren, Senior Medical Writer at Northwestern University and creator of the new podcast Rise to Face the Sun: The Patient Experience in partnership with SARC — premiering May 29th, 2026.

Daphne shares her journey into oncology research and medical writing, what inspired her to launch a podcast focused on patient experiences, and the powerful stories that have emerged through these conversations. We also explore how storytelling can shape patient care, influence research, and bring greater humanity to medicine.

This episode is a thoughtful conversation about empathy, resilience, and the importance of listening to the voices behind the diagnosis.