Believe in Progress: an American Association for Cancer Research Foundation Podcast

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Welcome to Believe in Progress, the American Association for Cancer Research Foundation's podcast. Join us as we share stories of hope and inspiration that will lift your spirits and remind you that no matter how difficult your cancer journey may be, there's always hope. On this podcast, we'll explore the latest breakthroughs in cancer research and hear from leading experts who are working tirelessly to find new treatments and cures in the fight against cancer. Believe in Progress isn't just about the science of cancer; it's about the human side of this disease. We'll hear from cancer survivors who have overcome incredible odds to beat cancer., thanks to the groundbreaking research and innovative treatments that are changing the landscape of cancer treatment. These stories of resilience and progress will inspire and motivate you to keep pushing forward no matter what challenges you may be facing. We'll speak with caregivers who have provided unwavering support to their loved ones through their cancer journey. Their selflessness and dedication remind you the power of love and the importance of having a strong support system. Join us on this journey of hope and progress. Subscribe to Believe in Progress, the AACR Foundation's podcast, today, and be inspired by the incredible stories of those who have faced cancer with strength and resilience, and the medical professionals who are working to find new treatments and ultimately a cure. Please do not forget to visit www.aacr.org to make a donation or to find helpful information and resources. Together we can make progress in the fight against cancer and bring hope to those who need it most. Please don't forget, cancer research saves lives. For more information visit the AACR and our podcast here: https://www.aacr.org/get-involved/believe-in-progress-an-aacr-foundation-podcast/ This podcast was produced by the awesome people at CollegeCast LLC. Visit www.collegecastpodcasts.com for more information, or to check out our amazing podcasts.

Episode Date
070: The Cancer Test Most Patients Don't Know Exists: BLOODPAC
May 06, 2026
069: No Young Adult Should Face Cancer Alone
Apr 15, 2026
068: From Mustache to Mission: How StacheStrong Is Changing Brain Cancer Research
Apr 01, 2026
067: Facing Kidney Cancer and Refusing to Give Up: Derek DeAngelis
Mar 18, 2026
066: Running for Research: Katie Rabinowitz Seeks to Live Well with Metastatic Breast Cancer
Mar 04, 2026
065: Behind the Breakthroughs: How AACR Funds Cancer Research
Feb 18, 2026
064: How High School Students Raised More Than $500,000 for Cancer Research
Feb 04, 2026
063: The Philadelphia Cycling Classic is Back: Eric M. Robbins and Carlos Rogers Share the Revival Story
Jan 21, 2026
062: Resilience, Faith, and Football - The Macri Family’s Journey with Pediatric Brain Cancer
Jan 07, 2026
061: Competing Against Cancer - Pickleball Pro Steve Dawson’s Journey of Resilience
Dec 17, 2025
060: Reimagining Cancer Survivorship and Leading with Heart - Suzanne Stone
Dec 03, 2025
059: Leading the Future of Cancer Science with Dr. Matthew G. Vander Heiden and Dr. Inesa Huivaniuk - from the AACR Annual Meeting 2025:
Nov 19, 2025
058: Running Toward Hope - Rhett Austell’s Race Against Cancer
Nov 05, 2025
057: Resilience in Pink: Two Survivors on Cancer Early Detection and Advocacy
Oct 15, 2025
056: Grief, Grit, and the Power of Storytelling - A Mother’s Cancer Journey with Justin Wineburgh
Oct 01, 2025
055: Accelerating Innovation in Cancer Care through Strategic Thinking - Larry Kanarek
Sep 17, 2025
054: Grit, Gold, and Gratitude - Karlie Kisha’s Olympic Comeback and Cancer Journey
Sep 03, 2025
053: Advocating for the Future - Youth Empowerment, Philanthropy, and Progress Against Cancer
Aug 20, 2025
052: Riding for Breath - The Power of Advocacy and a Family’s Labor of Love to Defeat Lung Cancer
Aug 06, 2025
051: Running for Will - A Father’s Journey Through Grief, Resilience, and Advocacy
Jul 16, 2025
050: Why Cancer Research Needs Every Voice – Mitch Stoller
Jul 02, 2025
049: Why Investing in the Future of Cancer Research is Important - Dr. Chris Bardon & Mark Haefele
Jun 18, 2025
048: Live from the AACR Annual Meeting 2025 – Stories of Resilience in the Battle Against Cancer
Jun 04, 2025
047: LIVE from the 2025 AACR Annual Meeting - Stories of Innovation and Hope from the Frontlines of Cancer Research
May 21, 2025
046: How Innovation Is Transforming the Fight Against Cancer - with Dr. Ajit Singh
May 07, 2025
045: Thriving Through Cancer - Chef AJ on Nutrition, Resilience, and Her Lung Cancer Journey
Apr 16, 2025
044: Innovations in the Fight Against Pediatric Cancer - Dr. Kris Ann P. Schultz
Apr 02, 2025
043: Inside the Breakthroughs - Dr. William Pao on Life-Changing Medicines
Mar 19, 2025
042: Meryl Uranga’s Mission to Accelerate Kidney Cancer Research
Mar 05, 2025
041: Humor and Resilience in The Fight Against Brain Cancer - Bryan Bishop
Feb 19, 2025
040: Shining Brightly Against Cancer - Howard Brown’s Next Chapter
Feb 05, 2025
039: Live from the AACR Philadelphia Marathon 2024 - Stories of Resilience (Part 2)
Jan 22, 2025
038: Live from the AACR Philadelphia Marathon 2024 - Stories of Resilience (Part 1)
Jan 08, 2025
037: H.O.P.E. Is a Strategy - Overcoming Brain Cancer - Jason Tharp
Dec 19, 2024
036: The Strength of Friendship in the Fight Against Cancer - Dave Clark and Steve Hatlestad
Dec 04, 2024
035: Innovation in the Fight Against Glioblastoma - Michael Hugo
Nov 20, 2024
034: Fighting Rare Kidney Cancers - Katie Coleman and Dr. Pavlos Msaouel
Nov 06, 2024
033: Michael A. Nutter - Advocating for Public Health and Cancer Care
Oct 16, 2024
032: From Storytelling to Saving Lives - Kristen Dahlgren’s Mission to Accelerate a Breast Cancer Vaccine
Oct 02, 2024
031: Transforming Lives - Rick Sontag's Journey in Brain Tumor Research and Advocacy
Sep 18, 2024
030: Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment - Inside Novocure’s Tumor Treating Fields Therapy (TTFIELDS®) with Frank Leonard and Moshe Giladi, PhD
Sep 04, 2024
029: From Diagnosis to the Finish Line - Alan Kaufman’s Journey of Resilience
Aug 21, 2024
028: Transforming Cancer Research with Project GENIE - A Conversation with Shawn M. Sweeney, PhD, and Dr. Philippe L. Bedard
Aug 07, 2024
027: Accelerating Cancer Research - Dr. Raymond DuBois and Dr. Ryan Schoenfeld
Jul 17, 2024
026: Driving Diversity in Cancer Research - Insights from Dr. William Pao and Dr. Lillian L. Siu
Jul 03, 2024
025: Celebrating Survivorship - Best of Survivor Stories - Part 2
Jun 19, 2024
024: Celebrating Survivorship - Best of Survivor Stories - Part 1
Jun 05, 2024
023: Resilience and Holistic Healing – Julie Kramer's Journey Beyond Cancer
May 15, 2024
022: Laughter as Medicine - Saranne Rothberg's ComedyCures Journey
May 01, 2024
021: Broadcasting Hope - John Kincade’s Triumph Over Cancer and His Mission to Raise Awareness
Apr 17, 2024
020: Mary Gloria Orji - Countering Cancer Misinformation in Nigeria
Apr 03, 2024
019: Dr. Brian Rivers - Reducing Cancer Disparities Within the African American Community
Mar 20, 2024
018: Dr. Patricia LoRusso - Fighting the Battle Against Cancer Through Research
Mar 06, 2024
017: Andrea Wilson Woods - Better Off Bald and Blue Faery (The Adrienne Wilson Liver Cancer Association)
Feb 21, 2024
016: Hayley Dinerman and Melissa Berry - Advocating for the Triple Negative Breast Cancer Community
Feb 07, 2024
015: Paul Stoller - Stranger in the Village of the Sick
Jan 17, 2024
014: Matthew Marquardt - Using Sport to Make a Difference in Cancer Awareness and Fundraising
Dec 20, 2023
013: Patti LaBelle - Using Her Iconic Voice to Help Raise Awareness for Cancer Research
Dec 06, 2023
012: Dr. Margaret Foti - Leading the AACR in the Fight Against Cancer
Nov 15, 2023
011: Rabbi Benjamin David - Finding Hope and Resilience while Running for Research
Nov 01, 2023
010: Donna James - Surviving Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
Oct 18, 2023
009: Doug Ulman - Determined to See an End to Cancer
Oct 04, 2023
008: Dr. Marianne Ritchie - Leading the Charge for Effective, Equitable, and Accessible Cancer Screenings
Sep 20, 2023
007: Marcus Smith II - Finding Help to Battle Anxiety and Depression
Sep 13, 2023
006: Rob Butcher + Matt Vossler - Swim Across America for Cancer Research
Aug 23, 2023
005: Sarah Happy - How to Maintain a Positive Attitude
Aug 09, 2023
004: Ricki Fairley - Surviving and Thriving After Triple Negative Breast Cancer
Jul 26, 2023
003: Howard Brown - Shining Brightly - Finding Resilience and Hope from a Two-time Cancer Survivor
Jul 12, 2023
002: Trevor Maxwell - Man Up to Cancer
Jun 28, 2023
001: Lauren Hart - The Power of Hope in the Face of Adversity
Jun 28, 2023
000: Welcome to Believe in Progress
Jun 22, 2023