The Bald Project

Monica Castillo
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The Bald Project

The Bald Project podcast is a series of interviews from post chemo and radiation patients talking about all areas of their hair experience. From the moment they found out about their cancer diagnosis through it all growing back again.The hopes for this podcast are to help new cancer patients know they aren't alone in their feelings and help support them in their own unique experience. Interested in being on the podcast? Send an email to: monica@thebaldproject.com Not matter where you are in the world, I'm sure we can make an interview happen.

  1. Monica, Interview 9 ( Pt. 1 )

    05/10/2020

    Monica, Interview 9 ( Pt. 1 )

    (Triple Negative Breast Cancer)I, Monica, lost my hair to chemotherapy at the age of 38.“...don’t be afraid to look at yourself in the mirror, because you’re still whole and you’re still beautiful, and you’re still worthey and you’re still amazing. And being bald and losing all your hair doesn’t make you less amazing…” ~MonicaThere were many things I loved about being bald. Not shaving through summer in Arizona. I felt free. I felt bold. And for the first time in a lon...

    45 min
  2. A 2nd Act (Judy, Pt. 2)

    12/02/2019

    A 2nd Act (Judy, Pt. 2)

    Recognizing that helping is healing, A 2nd Act raises cancer survivorship awareness by supporting and celebrating women survivors of ALL cancers who are using their gifts of life and experience to give back to the greater good. Funds raised by the annual storytelling performance “S.T.A.R.S.: Survivors Tell A Real Story” allows the organization to:- Host Girls Night Out Events, evenings of survivor networking, connecting, and mutual inspiring.- Offer A 2nd Act workshops, encouraging women to c...

    19 min
  3. Judy, Interview 8

    12/02/2019

    Judy, Interview 8

    (Triple Negative Breast Cancer)“I felt free for the first time in a very long time” ~ Judy‘It’s just hair’ was Judy’s mantra, but even through she loved her bald head, she still experienced her own frustrations along the way. From unexpected hair colors to having to act like a lady, these memories were all a part of her adventure.

    38 min
  4. Chemotherapy Cold Cappers (Rebecca, Pt. 2)

    11/05/2019

    Chemotherapy Cold Cappers (Rebecca, Pt. 2)

    Chemotherapy Cold Cappers is a one of a kind peer-to-peer online support group that provides a safe space to educate, empower, and encourage those who wish to use cold capping/scalp cooling during chemotherapy.~ Offers a platform to explore cold capping options based on treatment regimens, cost, availability, and other factors for someone considering this option~ Provides encouraging support during cold capping treatment for hair care, results, and general advice~ Continuum of support post ch...

    42 min
  5. Rebecca, Interview 7

    11/04/2019

    Rebecca, Interview 7

    (Triple Positive Breast Cancer)Rebecca (aka Becca Jean) was 29 when she went through chemotherapy and used cold caps during treatment to retain some of her hair. ”You just really have to stand up for yourself. You have to advocate for what you want. You have to be able to be presented with all the information you need to advocate for yourself and stand up for yourself, because I think that there’s a lot of people ready to just knock down what you want to try, or say or do because it’s n...

    57 min
  6. Young Advocacy & Support (Kim, Pt. 2)

    10/29/2019

    Young Advocacy & Support (Kim, Pt. 2)

    Based in Phoenix, AZ, this organization focuses on educating women about the adverse effects chemotherapy and radiation can have on the reproductive system and some of the fertility options available if one hopes to conceive post treatment. Some important goals and services provided by YAS include: ~ Informing women on fertility options prior to treatment starting because Infertile is a potential outcome after treatment~ Raising money to grant fertility scholarships to assist with the un...

    6 min
  7. Kim, Interview 6

    10/26/2019

    Kim, Interview 6

    Kim was relieved to have surgery first because it gave her a little more time to not lose her hair. Her fear of looking sick and looking different was overwhelming. Kim’s reflection on her experience is really profound and shines some light on the stress this experience causes many women.

    34 min
  8. Marissa, Interview 5

    10/16/2019

    Marissa, Interview 5

    Marissa lost her hair at the age of 17 to chemotherapy. “Every new chapter of your life requires a different version of yourself. And if you want to make change, and if you want to make progress, and if you want to move forward, then you’re going to have to have a different version of yourself to do that…” ~MarissaAt 17 Marissa says she was a selfish brat. During our interview, she reflects on how much this experience changed her for the better and what she has been able to give b...

    49 min
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The Bald Project podcast is a series of interviews from post chemo and radiation patients talking about all areas of their hair experience. From the moment they found out about their cancer diagnosis through it all growing back again.The hopes for this podcast are to help new cancer patients know they aren't alone in their feelings and help support them in their own unique experience. Interested in being on the podcast? Send an email to: monica@thebaldproject.com Not matter where you are in the world, I'm sure we can make an interview happen.

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  • Creator
    Monica Castillo
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2020
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Bald Project
  • Show Website
    The Bald Project

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