Talking Blood Cancer

About Talking Blood Cancer

A podcast for people who have been diagnosed with a blood cancer and their loved ones. Sharing stories of others who have faced blood cancer in the hope that it will offer insight, inspiration and hope.

Publisher

Leukaemia Foundation

Category

health & fitness · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

22 Oct 2021

Latest episode

30 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

79 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   30 Sept 2026

   The Gift of Life Jenny Nixon’s Blood Cancer Survival and Giving Back

   In this episode of the Talking Blood Cancer podcast, host Kate Arkadieff sits down with Jenny Nixon, who shares her experience of being diagnosed with both myelodysplasia and acute myeloid leukaemia. Jenny openly discusses the emotional and physical challenges of her journey, from the shock of her initial diagnosis on Christmas Eve to undergoing two life-saving bone marrow transplants. Jenny talks through the early signs and the long process leading up to her first diagnosis, and how routine blood tests and a period of uncertainty led to a major change in her life. She describes the hardships of intensive treatment, including complications, extended stays in hospital far from her rural home, and the need to adapt to new routines post-treatment. They also discuss the support networks that helped Jenny through treatment and recovery, including friends, family, and medical staff. Jenny’s story also covers the practical aspects of returning to daily life, managing fatigue, and building connections with her transplant donors. Emphasising the importance of gratitude, adaptability, and seeking support, whether practical or emotional, when living with blood cancer. Jenny also shares insights for other patients, touching on mental and physical resilience, and the significance of community. Her advocacy for blood donation, and her efforts to assist others facing similar challenges, the role of lived experience in supporting and educating newly diagnosed patients. For more information about the Leukaemia Foundation visit: https://www.leukaemia.org.au The Talking Blood Cancer Podcast is brought to you by the Leukaemia Foundation and is a proud member of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network - the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. Learn more at www.talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network. Mentioned in this episode: To help in our pursuit of better government support, sign our petition on cutcancercost.org.au. Cut the cost of cancer – Leukaemia Foundation (https://talking-blood-cancer.captivate.fm/cutcancercost)

2. 

   16 Sept 2026

   The Why Behind Movement Morgan Farley’s Mission for Blood Cancer Wellbeing

   In this episode of the Talking Blood Cancer podcast, host Maryanne Skarparis speaks with Morgan Farley, an exercise physiologist whose personal journey and professional expertise have shaped her unique approach to patient care for people living with blood cancer. Morgan shares how her background as a high-level athlete and her experiences supporting her grandmother through lymphoma led her to specialise in exercise physiology for cancer patients. She describes the challenges her grandmother faced after being diagnosed, including recommendations to reduce physical activity during treatment, and how together they developed a simple, home-based exercise program that helped her grandmother maintain strength and improve well-being. Exploring the growing body of research showing that targeted exercise not only manages side effects such as fatigue but may also strengthen the immune system and improve treatment outcomes for people with blood cancer. Morgan Farley explains how even short bouts of exercise can make a positive difference, and how tailor-made programs can fit each individual’s circumstances and abilities. The importance of addressing both the physical and emotional effects of a cancer diagnosis, with insights on how finding purpose and community support can help people adapt and thrive during and after treatment. Concluding with practical advice, including the value of consulting with an exercise physiologist, starting with small steps, and not neglecting muscle strength in one’s exercise routine. For more information about the Leukaemia Foundation visit: https://www.leukaemia.org.au The Talking Blood Cancer Podcast is brought to you by the Leukaemia Foundation and is a proud member of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network - the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. Learn more at www.talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network. Mentioned in this episode: To help in our pursuit of better government support, sign our petition on cutcancercost.org.au. Cut the cost of cancer – Leukaemia Foundation (https://talking-blood-cancer.captivate.fm/cutcancercost)

3. 

   2 Sept 2026

   Discovering Silver Linings: Nicole McKenna Talks About Life After Blood Cancer

   In this episode of the Talking Blood Cancer podcast, host Kate Arkadieff speaks with Nicole McKenna about her experience following a diagnosis of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) in 2018. Nicole discusses the lead-up to her diagnosis, recalling how subtle blood changes were initially attributed to perimenopause before her condition was fully understood. She highlights the importance of trusting her medical team and avoiding potentially confusing or distressing online searches, sharing her strategy of focusing on information from her doctors. Nicole describes the emotional impact of her diagnosis, especially the challenge of communicating the news to her family, particularly her two daughters who were teenagers at the time. They explore how Nicole and her family adjusted to life after diagnosis. Nicole talks about the essential role her wider community, friends, and even her pets played in supporting her. Outlining Nicole’s time in hospital during intensive treatment and stem cell transplant, some of the physical side effects she faced, including hair loss and a tough recovery period, and the ways she found comfort in small, familiar routines. Nicole and Kate discuss the importance of specialist psychosocial support following treatment, and how building connections with others who have lived through similar diagnoses can make a meaningful difference to emotional recovery. Nicole now uses her experience to support others and advocates for providing a patient’s perspective to health service improvement, reminding listeners of the value of shared experiences and community. For more information about the Leukaemia Foundation visit: https://www.leukaemia.org.au The Talking Blood Cancer Podcast is brought to you by the Leukaemia Foundation and is a proud member of the Talking HealthTech Podcast Network - the premier audio destination for cutting-edge insights and thought leadership in healthcare delivery, innovation, digital health, healthcare ICT, and commercialisation. Learn more at www.talkinghealthtech.com/podcast/network.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

5,935,583

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 52 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

56

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

32

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