A woman in her 30’s, facing a Stage IV Metastatic Breast Cancer (terminal) diagnosis, uniquely gives her take on anything & everything - while facing mortality head on. Expect humor and inspiration from Krysten, a wife, mom & career woman, completely unfiltered and raw. Subscribe to hear how she takes back some control and lives her breast life! Krysten passed away in February of 2022 from Metastatic Breast Cancer leaving behind her husband John and three son's.
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Krysten is joined by 𝗗𝗿𝘀. 𝗥𝗼𝘁𝗵 & 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗹 to discuss their new podcast "The Boobie Doc's" focusing on breast health.Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Episode 18 - Foreshadowing with a friend
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Krysten and Janet talk about their similar yet different Metastatic Breast Cancer paths. Janet is a fellow stage 4 thriver who navigated pregnancy through cancer and has had both her hips and spine replaced due to bone degeneration from stage 4 METS. Krysten and her #sisterofthespiral talk about life, happiness, wine, the unknown, hospice, Delco, a…
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Episode 17- The Aftermath and Recovery of Krysten - The Rick Simpson Oil (medical cannabis) Debacle- Part 4
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This episode was recorded prior to Krysten's passing. Krysten, John, and Krysten's best friend "Tara" discuss the aftermath of Krysten's experimental RSO treatment and how Krysten had to take a long road back to recovery from RSO ( Risk Simpson Oil) to get back to a normal mental state. #RSO #MetastaticBreastCancer #RickSimpsonOil #Stage4Cancer #br…
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Episode 16 - Down the Rabbit Hole of Rick Simpson Oil Part 3
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Nicole joins us again to talk RSO. It's a long one, but you won't be disappointed! #rso #downtherabbithole
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Episode 15- The Rick Simpson Oil (medical cannabis) Debacle- Part 2
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Meet my life long friend, Nicole Trotter, an incredible human and boy mom who helped jeep it together during RSO. We also talk with Angela McNeal from season 1 for chemo brain!Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Episode 14 - The Rick Simpson Oil (medical cannabis) Debacle Part 1
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We're back and we're still here! Krysten, John & Mary Pat discuss their experience with Rick Simpson Oil, a form of medical cannabis, which has been linked to shrinking cancer tumors. They also discuss landing a celebrity guest interview, mental health and much more.
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Episode 13 - Taking Back Control
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Don't miss this episode featuring healing and hope. Season 1 guest, Shauna Richards joins us again to talk about her clean scans after using RSO (Rick Simpson Oil) after coming home in a wheel chair, unable to walk, because of Stage IV cancer. She is now cancer free and we are revisiting her story and discussing the process that saved her life. #rs…
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Episode 12 - The Holiday Special
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Join us as we catch up with some fan favorites to hear about their holiday traditions and plans!Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Episode 11- Ditch & Switch
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The official Dr. of Making the Breast of It is back and we're talking Ditch & Switch, all things Bravo and magic mushrooms. We also welcome our newest member of the squad to the show!Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Episode 10- Cancer Caretakers
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Our breastie Lauryn D'Angelo joins us to share her experience with caretaking for her mom, Lynne D'Angelo, who recently passed from metastatic breast cancer. We're talking radiation, scanxiety and how to cope with caretaking and grief.Από τον Krysten Gentile
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I'm back, I'm still here! And I'm thrilled to share this episode with breast cancer researcher, Dr. Yardley Md. She is a senior investigator of breast cancer research at the Sarah Cannon Research Institute. Dr. Yardley gave me a lot of hope for a cure and updates on where research stands- enjoy!Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Episode 8- Radiation, Rocky & Romania
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Our breastie Sammie joins the show to talk about getting diagnosed right before her wedding and how how Cathy, her cancer coach, a uterine cancer survivor, provided her with the support she needed to navigate cancer and it's side effects.Από τον Krysten Gentile
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16 year survivor, Sue Weldon joins us to talk about alternative therapies during treatment and how she built a successful non- profit to fund alternative therapies for men and women undergoing treatment.Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Welcome to Breast Cancer Awareness Month! We're talking charities, limiting chemicals in your daily routine and clean beauty with Shayna Gross.Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Episode 5- Pumpkins, Ports & Parking
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John Barchard joins us to interview Rachel Sirianni, a metastatic breast cancer patient who talks about getting diagnosed in Amsterdam, her immunotherapy clinical trial, pumpkins, ports, parking and much more!Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Episode 4- Lobsters & Lipstick
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Salty Girl Beauty joins us to talk about Sarah's cancer diagnosis while she was pregnant and how her sister and co-owner, Leah helped her get through it all as a sister and a chemo nurse. We also discuss their clean beauty line, lobster, Hallmark Movies and their Foundation 4 Love!Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Tough times don't last, tough people do. Tune in to hear from Chris Barnes, cancer survivor, who's been along for plant based ride with Stacey. We also continue our discussion with Dr. Jenn Simmons!Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Episode 2 - Botox & Beans on a Budget, Part 1
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Dr. Jenn Simmons of Real Health MD is joining us to talk Botox and beans and much more. Krysten's breastie Stacey Barnes also joins the show to talk about her success with going plant based on a budget.Από τον Krysten Gentile
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Episode 1- Red Lipstick, Green Tea & Seagulls
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Thrilled to kick off Season 2 with Emmy Award winning actress and singer Nikki Boyer to discuss her hit podcast Dying for Sex, and her best friend Molly Kochan's (MBC Thriver) Memoir, Screw Cancer- Becoming Whole.Από τον Krysten Gentile
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You think your having a bad day? Subscribe to hear how I’m making cancer my bitch, inspiring, enlightening & educating! Tune in to hear how I take back some control, drink all the wine and live my breast life- because I’m not going anywhere!Από τον Krysten Gentile
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After a successful year of evolution and growth, the girls decide to part ways but remain breasties. Don't miss the season 1 finale to hear how the girls will continue to educate, enlighten and inspire with Season 2 of MTBOI and a new venture...Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 33 - Paranormal, Psychics & Potty Training
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John discusses his brother Louis, who was a Paranormal Psychologist featured on many TV shows and radio. He also discusses Louis' colon cancer journey and the signs and symptoms that should not be ignored.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 32- Cannabis & Conspiracy Theories
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We are thrilled to share this story of hope! Hear how Shauna Richards was bound to a wheelchair and sent home to make final arrangements in late 2019, due to the spread of metastatic breast cancer. Today, she is thriving with no evidence of cancer thanks to Rick Simpson cannabis oil (RSO). You don't want to miss this inspiring story of hope and sur…
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Episode 31 - Ignorance Isn’t Bliss
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We welcome back Ali Roberts, Life Coach, to go over a few questions. We then begin a discussion on a few “controversial” subjects, including our opinions on food options & choices, based on differing socioeconomic backgrounds and income brackets.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Andy and Krysten talk beach chairs, boobs and bra fittings with Je Suis Jolie, a lingerie boutique who caters to breast cancer patients.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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We welcome Dr. Jenn Simmons back to the show to answer some listener questions. We also discuss parasites, sugar addictions, migraines, to soy or not to soy, and we also throw it back to “TGIF” (shows like Perfect Strangers & Full House).Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 28 - Ovarian Cancer, Frozen 2 & The Didgeridoo
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Krysten and Andy interview Emily Eckman, ovarian cancer badass and her Husband Steve. They talk about all Things Ovarian Cancer from diagnosis , treatment, and parenting twins through it while running a business. Of course #delco comes up along with John's Didgeridoo playing, and Frozen 2. Update - Emily passed away on June 15th 2022 from Metastati…
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Episode 27 - Choice & Gratitude
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Yup...we are STILL here. This week we welcomed Ali J. Roberts, Transformational Life Coach at AliStrong Coaching. We discuss Ali’s story, having MS and the benefits that her lifestyle change afforded her. As always, we catch up with each other and, you guessed it...CHEMO BRAIN!Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 26 - Perception, Perspective & Purple Rain
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We are so happy to welcome back, our friend, Dr. Jaime Zuckerman (Dr. Z) to the show! As usual, we start off talking about one subject and the convo develops! Dr. Z is as real as they come...and she LOVES Prince, hence the “Purple Rain” reference. Listen to hear all about the differences in your perception of yourself, while gaining perspective.…
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Episode 25 - Excuse Me...This Ride Sucks. Can I Get a Refund?
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The girls have a chat of all things current/quarantine-life, with one of our guys, JB. From canceled/rescheduled events (weddings, graduations, birthday celebrations, etc), to what we imagine things will be like in the coming months.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 24 - Surviving on Wine & Not A Lot of Sunshine
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The squad catches up on life and quarantine! Stay tuned for weekly episodes.......Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Andy & Krysten give an update on their health, how they are handling quarantine & home schooling. John also tries to pronounce curriculum.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 22 - Eating Clean, Cancer & Covid-19
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The girls (and the Dads...lol) welcome our resident physician, Dr. Jenn Simmons, The Real Health MD, back to the pod. We start by discussing staying safe during the coronavirus outbreak (Covid-19), and then go into the changes we have made since beginning our lifestyle transformation with the Real Health MD.…
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Episode 21 - Food, Fasting & Fan Mail
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Krysten and the Johns discuss controversial food documentaries, share fan mail from our Rack Pack and share stories of mischief from their childhood.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 20 - Are You Sure? Positive? TRIPLE POSITIVE?
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Andy & Krysten sit down with Angela MacNeal, a dedicated member of our #rackpack, who was diagnosed with Triple Positive Breast Cancer in March of 2017, just 2 years after a divorce. We discuss the differences in our diagnoses, treatments, kids, why she opted NOT to wear cold caps, wigs, and much more. Oh yeah and....CHEMO BRAIN IS BACK :)…
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Episode 19 - The Path to Healing....and Sugar Daddies....
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Dr. Jen Simmons, former breast cancer surgeon and owner of Real Health MD joins the show to share why she left conventional medicine after becoming ill and why she decided to start a new career in functional medicine. The girls also talk about sugar daddies.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 18 - Scans, Psychology & 2nd Opinions
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The girls give an update on their latest scans and are joined by Dr. Jaime Zuckerman, their favorite psychologist. Tune in to hear about choosing the right psychologist, helicopter parenting and dick pics. Andy also gives an update on Dr. Mintzer's age.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 17 - Birthday Bangers & Banter
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Andy turns 40 and the team catches up on her celebrations. She also discusses reaching 3 years since her diagnosis and her new take on life. It was also Krysten’s birthday and she tells us all about her girls trip. Oh, and there’s A LOT of senseless banter too...enjoy!Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 16 - Sugar & Survival Straws
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In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing Andy’s Dietician/Nutritionist, Abby Wetzel, of Penn Medicine. We learn about nuts, berries, gluconeogenesis (whoa), and so much more. Additionally, we discuss Krysten’s girls’ trip to Puerto Rico and the group’s collective survival tactics.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 15- Biceps & Bone Shield
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Swole is the goal; size is the prize! Krysten’s personal trainer, Lara Casey, joins us to talk fitness, strength training for our bone density, and easy ways to get started with a workout program, both in the gym and at home. And Andy learns to say “YES”....we hope!Από τον Andy & Krysten
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In this episode we talk to Krysten’s BFF, Tara, about everything: how they met at the age of 5, to chip slapping, arm breaking, man meeting, kid having....to the present day, specifically discussing Krysten’s diagnosis and all that comes along with it, as a main supporter.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 13 - Peanut Butter Butt & Percocet
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Andy's ex-boyfriend turned best friend stops by to chat about their relationship now and back then. They also discuss the struggles of addiction and playing the role of an unsolicited caretaker.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 12 - PT & Pizza
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Ross Nachbi (Krysten’s PT) comes by to talk about the importance of physical therapy and the crew talks about pizza.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Amy Rensimer comes by to talk about freezing her eggs at 24 years old, prior to chemo. The girls also discuss trying not to pee during a CAT scan with contrast and Andy's new home search.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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The girls chat with Krysten's cancer mentor, Lynda DeLorenzo. They also discuss DIEP Flap reconstruction surgery, aka "mommy makeover" and Friendsgiving traditions.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 9 - Bone Pain, Bruises & Bee Pollen
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The girls discuss the current therapies they are on, the side effects they cause and why Andy missed episode 8.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Krysten discusses chemo and how to keep your hair with Anastasia Colletti. Ana was diagnosed last year at 26 years old, with triple negative breast cancer and the BRCA1 gene. The girls also touch on genetics, Ana’s double mastectomy, and the “red devil”.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 7 - Anxiety & Angel Hair
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The girls discuss anxiety, their love for angel hair and their latest TV appearance.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 6 - Chemo Baby 101
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The girls discuss dads gone wild weekend, chemo babies with Meg Ward, Andy's “diet”, and holiday traditions.Από τον Andy & Krysten
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Episode 5 - Orgasms & 90's Nudes
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Andy & Krysten discuss: what not to say to cancer patients, monkeys, “Our 2 Dads”, Andy's vagina, Krysten's 1st job, and more! And, as always, thanks to our #rackpack for supporting us!Από τον Andy & Krysten
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