Welcome to 'Cancer Clear and Simple,' the podcast dedicated to simplifying cancer. Join us as we discuss the world of cancer, breaking down complex concepts for our listening audience. One of our goals is to equip individuals and families dealing with cancer by providing clear, and concise insights. Through personal stories, expert interviews and practical tips, listeners are enabled to make informed decisions. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or just simply wanting information, tune in to 'Cancer Clear and Simple' for a easy-to-follow guide on understanding and coping with cancer.
Michelle Robinson never expected to hear the words “you have cancer” before 40. In this episode of Cancer Clear and Simple, Michelle shares how bariatric surgery led to the discovery of a gastrointestinal stromal tumor. The cancer was caught early, without symptoms, and resolved through surgery, followed by oncology care and clear follow up scans. While the outcome was positive, the emotional and psychological impact of being diagnosed with cancer reshaped her sense of identity, safety, and f...
25 Dec 2025
Willie Scott Cooper | The Hardest 15 Days
In this episode of Cancer Clear and Simple, Willie Scott Cooper reflects on caring for his younger brother during the final days of his life after a sudden cancer diagnosis. What unfolds is a story of brotherhood, responsibility, and love carried across a lifetime into hospital rooms, late nights, and moments no family is ever ready for. Willie speaks candidly about caregiving, masculinity, medical fear, and the weight carried by those who step in when it matters most. He also honors the vill...
5 Dec 2025
Jesús Trejo | Comedy, Caregiving & the Circle of Life
Care can feel like a private storm—until someone holds the door, sends a goofy gif, or says me too. We sat down with comedian Jesús Trejo at the Carbone Cancer Center’s Fall Cancer Conference to unpack what caregiving really looks like across a lifetime: advocating for an aging parent, showing up through late-stage needs, and learning patience all over again with a six-month-old at home. The thread that connects it all is simple and hard at once—ask for help, take tiny pockets of time, and le...
21 Nov 2025
Dr. Noelle Loconte, UW Health | Caregiving Under Pressure
Caregiving changes you. Under the pressure of serious diagnoses and relentless decisions, we talk candidly about what keeps caregivers and clinicians going—and where the system falls short. With Dr. Noelle Loconte, a GI medical oncologist and community outreach leader at the UW Carbone Cancer Center, we unpack the skills that protect empathy, the boundaries that prevent collapse, and the uncomfortable truth so many avoid: alcohol is a carcinogen. We explore why oncologists—already at high ri...
14 Nov 2025
Kelsey Swenson, FNP – UW Health | Why Support Matters in Cancer Caregiving
Caregiving doesn’t pause for work shifts, school pickup, or broken cars—and it definitely doesn’t pause for a two-hour drive to chemo. We sit down with Kelsey Swenson, a pediatric nurse practitioner in hematology and oncology, to talk candidly about the human side of cancer care: the relief of remission, the weight of dual roles, and the countless micro-decisions that shape a family’s survival plan. Kelsey traces how family cancers first drew her to oncology and how stepping from clinician t...
3 Nov 2025
Dr. Christian Capitini │ Behind the Caregiver
Caregivers carry cancer care far beyond the hospital walls. We sit down with Dr. Christian Capitini, acting director of the UW Carbone Cancer Center, to explore the unseen work families do—learning medical language on the fly, managing beeping pumps at 2 a.m., navigating insurance snags, and keeping life moving for kids and adults facing treatment. Our conversation pulls back the curtain on what a comprehensive cancer center actually does across prevention, diagnosis, therapy, and survivorshi...
5 Sept 2025
Dr. Monica Patel │ Clinical Trials: Not a Last Resort
Dr. Monica Patel, medical oncologist at UW Health, shares her expertise on clinical trials in cancer care and the importance of ensuring equitable access for all communities. She challenges common misconceptions while providing practical guidance for patients considering clinical trials as part of their treatment journey. • Clinical trials test new ways to prevent, find, and treat cancer, ensuring treatments are safe and effective • Most clinical trials are available as first-line treatments...
22 Aug 2025
Michael’s Stage 3 Melanoma Story
What happens when the person designing cancer treatment technology suddenly becomes the patient? In this powerful episode, software engineer Michael Wilson shares his journey from coding radiotherapy machines to battling stage 3 melanoma. He explains cancer in simple terms, reveals how immunotherapy and radiation work, and talks openly about his family’s experiences with leukemia and melanoma. Michael also discusses genetic screening, rare diagnoses, and the importance of prevention and...
25 Jul 2025
Dr. Joshua Lang on Liquid Biopsies: The Future of Cancer Detection
Dr. Joshua Lang from the University of Wisconsin-Madison Carbone Cancer Center discusses liquid biopsies, a revolutionary approach that uses simple blood samples to detect and monitor cancer, offering less invasive alternatives to traditional tissue biopsies. • Liquid biopsies detect cancer cells or materials in blood, finding as little as one cancer cell among a billion blood cells • These tests are especially useful for monitoring cancer after treatment, detecting genetic changes that caus...
4 Jul 2025
Cancer Conversations: Carly & Cory Allen—When Cancer Hits Home
Carly Allen and Cory Allen share how family cancer diagnoses shape their perspectives and work in medical physics, bridging abstract physics with healthcare applications in this interview.
20 Jun 2025
Ellie │ Hospice at Home: The Road Less Traveled
Ellie, a University of Wisconsin-Madison student, shares her grandmother's blood cancer journey and the family's decision to prioritize quality of life, in this interview.
22 Nov 2024
Gary Davis │ Conversations That Heal: A Prostate Cancer Journey
Gary Davis shares his prostate cancer journey and advocacy work, highlighting the importance of regular health check-ups and effective communication in healthcare.
25 Oct 2024
Mrs. Andrell Davis's │ Educating with Purpose and Passion
Join us for a compelling episode featuring Ms. Andrell Davis, an inspiring educator who has profoundly impacted her community and beyond. As the recipient of the prestigious Milken Educator Award, Ms. Davis shares her extraordinary journey of teaching her son and his classmates from third to fifth grade, revealing her unique insights into fostering academic growth and engagement. Discover her pioneering work at the African American Ethnic Academy, where an Afrocentric curriculum brought subje...
11 Oct 2024
Dr. Anand Narayan │Advancing Equity in Cancer Care
Discover what it takes to ensure equity in healthcare with our insightful guest, Dr. Anand Narayan, an associate professor in the Department of Radiology and vice chair of health equity. Dr. Narayan's inspiring journey into radiology began with a focus on mammography screening outreach for indigenous populations and was further shaped by his medical training experiences in Baltimore. These experiences have driven his dedication to improving cancer detection and outcomes, particularly in addre...
27 Sept 2024
Dr. Erin Bailey │ Bridging Gaps in Cancer Prevention
Discover the inspiring journey of Dr. Erin Bailey, whose personal experiences and family history with breast cancer have fueled her relentless advocacy and transformative work in community health education. Hear her recount the pivotal moments that led her from volunteer advocacy with the Witness Project of Madison to her influential role as the Associate Director for Community Engaged Research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's CRISP program. Dr. Bailey’s narrative is a testament to th...
13 Sept 2024
Unseen Heroes: Caregivers’ Role in Healing
What happens when a nurse's intuition and caregiver's dedication intersect to shape the recovery path for bladder cancer patients? Join us on Cancer Clear and Simple as we welcome Dr. Brandon Sterling, an advanced practice registered nurse with a heartwarming journey from Houston, Texas, to earning a PhD in nursing from Texas Women's University. Learn how the influences of his grandmother and mentor, Dr. Michelle Robinson, steered him toward a career dedicated to the intricate and emotional w...
13 Sept 2024
Cancer Clear & Simple Podcast Trailer
Welcome to 'Cancer Clear and Simple,' the podcast dedicated to simplifying cancer. Join us as we navigate the intricate world of cancer, breaking down complex concepts for our listening audience. Our mission is to empower individuals and families dealing with cancer by providing clear, and concise insights. Through expert interviews, personal stories, and practical tips, we unravel medical language and explore treatment options, enabling listeners to make informed decisions. Whether you're a ...
30 Aug 2024
George Randolph- Navigating the Storm of Cancer
In this episode, George Randolph shares his personal experience with cancer, highlighting the challenges he faced in the medical system. He discusses his cancer type and stage, the signs and symptoms he experienced, and the timeline of his diagnosis. George also talks about how he dealt with the diagnosis and the horror story of his biopsy process. He shares his treatment experience, including the use of chemotherapy and radiation, and the challenges he faced with some medical professionals. ...
13 Aug 2024
Setting The Stage- UW-Madison's Carbone Cancer Center
The Cancer Clear and Simple podcast, hosted by Joshua Wright, introduces the Cancer Health Disparities Initiative (CHDI) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Carbone Cancer Center. The CHDI aims to reduce inequities and the cancer burden through research, outreach, education, and training. The conversation explores the underserved populations in Wisconsin, including African Americans, Latinx, American Indian, Hmong, LGBTQ+, and rural communities. These populations face social determinants o...
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