Life with Lindy

Life with Lindy

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Live life alongside a 40 year old cancer-surviving, morning news-anchoring boy mom. Lindy Thackston was getting up at 2 a.m. every day to anchor the news and chasing a 4-year-old when she was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer during the pandemic. In short, easy to listen to podcasts, she details her days and shares her life behind the camera in hopes of giving more people a fighting chance.

Lindy


    • Jan 19, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 7m AVG DURATION
    • 10 EPISODES

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    The Life with Lindy podcast is an absolute gem that brings a mix of emotions to its listeners. From laughter to tears, Lindy shares her journey with cancer in such an authentic and relatable way that it's hard not to be captivated by every episode. The involvement of her husband adds an extra layer of love and support, making the podcast even more endearing. One particular episode that stood out was the "No no's" episode, where Lindy discussed the harsh reality that there is no such thing as "good cancer." This validation of other people's feelings while sharing her own is truly commendable and makes for a powerful listening experience.

    Lindy has a way of making you smile even through tears, and this is one of the best aspects of the podcast. In just 5-10 minute episodes, she manages to evoke a range of emotions and leaves the listener feeling uplifted. It's evident that she has a strong community surrounding her, including her loving husband and son, who provide unwavering support throughout her journey. The genuine love and care expressed by these individuals add depth and warmth to the podcast.

    One possible downside to The Life with Lindy podcast is that it may not suit everyone's taste due to its specific focus on Lindy's personal battle with cancer. While her story is undoubtedly inspiring and relatable for those going through similar experiences, some listeners may prefer content that covers broader topics or offers more varied perspectives.

    In conclusion, The Life with Lindy podcast is both admirable and generous in its mission to share Lindy's journey. Through this platform, she touches the lives of many people who may find solace or inspiration in listening to her story. With each episode, Lindy proves herself resilient and determined to thrive despite the challenges she faces. Her courage shines through every word spoken, making The Life with Lindy a must-listen for those seeking hope or understanding in their own lives. May she continue to thrive and inspire others on their own journeys.



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    Latest episodes from Life with Lindy

    Episode 10: The Second Opinions

    Play Episode Play 35 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 6:01


    Episode Nine: The Recurrence

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2021 5:20


    Lindy finds out she has cancer again, this time in the lung. Here she details what has happened, how she found out and what happens next.

    Episode Eight: The No-No's

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 6:14


    Lindy and her husband Chris talk about what not to say to a cancer patient and what you could say instead. They also tell a "random story of the day." 

    Episode Seven: The Questions

    Play Episode Play 18 sec Highlight Listen Later May 5, 2021 7:50


    Lindy answers five common listener questions and her son Lachlan makes an appearance. Find out about her current diet, if acupuncture hurts, if she's trembling on the inside, her favorite racing announcer story and when she'll return to anchoring the morning show. 

    Episode Six: The Summer

    Play Episode Play 15 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 8:41


    Lindy has her husband Chris on again, but he overshares and might lose his standing invite! They start by answering a common listener question about gift ideas that are actually useful for cancer patients and their caregivers, and then detail some of the more interesting ER trips from the summer. 

    Episode Five: The Breaking News

    Play Episode Play 17 sec Highlight Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 7:20


    Lindy takes a break from the cancer story timeline to talk about the current breaking news: an early chemo bell ringing followed by emergency gall bladder removal surgery. Lindy explains why she stopped chemotherapy two rounds early and why she had her gall bladder removed two days later. Lindy was diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer in May 2020 during the pandemic.

    Episode Four: The Derailment

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 15:40


    Lindy's husband Chris joins the podcast to revisit how the treatment plan went off the rails and reveal what happened during Lindy's three-week memory loss. After being diagnosed with stage three colorectal cancer May 6, 2020, the original treatment plan was six weeks of daily radiation and chemotherapy pills, surgery to remove the tumor and lymph nodes, and then 12 rounds of cleanup chemotherapy. Lindy just finished round ten as of this recording.

    Episode Three: The Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2021 5:20


    Lindy just found out her colorectal cancer tumor is stage 3 and now her medical team has come up with a treatment plan. In Life with Lindy Episode Three, she details the Xeloda chemotherapy, radiation and surgery plan and how long she made it before the plan derailed. Lindy also touches on her genetic testing and results. Be sure to catch Episodes One and Two for more on her symptoms and colonoscopy.

    Episode Two: The Colonoscopy

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 5:28


    Lindy details the day of her colonoscopy, how she overheard she had a tumor and what the first few days of accepting her cancer diagnosis were like. For months leading up to this day, doctors assumed she had colitis. Her colonoscopy was postponed three times due to Covid. For more on her symptoms, listen to Episode One!

    Episode One: The Symptoms

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 4:39


    Lindy describes her symptoms leading to her colonoscopy and colorectal cancer diagnosis during the pandemic. Every doctor thought it was colitis. In less than five minutes, hear what you should look for in yourself or those you love to catch it early and have a fighting chance. Colorectal cancer screenings have dropped 90% during the pandemic.

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