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In this episode, we talk with Rachael Sommer, a dedicated mother and caregiver from Cleveland, Ohio. Rachael shares the journey of her daughter Maddie, who was diagnosed with Hepatosplenic T-cell Lymphoma in October 2023, after several months of mysterious symptoms. Treated at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Maddie's condition has profoundly impacted their lives.Rachael recounts their initial stay at the Ronald McDonald House post-diagnosis, highlighting the physical and emotional changes Maddie experienced. Maddie's extreme fatigue and breathlessness were particularly challenging, and Rachael emphasizes the importance of adjusting to a "new normal" while staying in constant communication with doctors. Rachael found solace in the Ronald McDonald House's facilities, specifically the fitness room, which helped her manage her own stress.The conversation shifts to the emotional toll on Maddie, who struggled with isolation from friends and the mental burden of not being able to participate in normal activities. Despite the support of friends and thoughtful gestures like sending cards, nothing could replace the physical presence of her peers. Rachael's creativity shone through when she set up a Google camera to allow Maddie to see her cats, Binks and Leon, while they were away.Rachael discusses the importance of recognizing and respecting individual emotional needs. Maddie's withdrawal from activities she once enjoyed, like listening to music, was particularly hard for Rachael, who feared losing her daughter's spirited personality. Eventually, Maddie slowly began to regain her sarcasm and interactions with her younger brother, Ezekiel, signaling a return to her usual self.The financial strain of Maddie's illness is another significant aspect of their journey. Rachael praises the support from various organizations, including Carrie's Cause, Fight Like A Dozer, and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, which provided crucial financial aid. This support allowed Rachael to focus on Maddie's care without the added burden of financial stress.Rachael also shares her career transition to consulting, driven by the need for greater flexibility to support her family. Her faith in God has been a cornerstone throughout this journey, providing spiritual strength and community support.Finally, Rachael reflects on the importance of savoring small moments of joy amidst the challenges. She encourages other caregivers to focus on what truly matters, finding moments of normalcy and joy, and maintaining hope and strength for their loved ones.Resources:Nationwide Children's Hospital, Columbus, Ohio: https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/Fight Like a Dozer: https://www.fightlikeadozer.org/Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS): https://lls.org/NMDP (formerly Be The Match): https://bethematch.org/The Bible Recap: https://www.thebiblerecap.com/National Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/nbmtLINK Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKnbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.Thank you to our sponsors. This season is supported by a healthcare contribution from Sanofi  https://www.sanofi.com/ Follow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/

In this episode we interview Heather Knutson, a registered dietitian from the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). Heather shares invaluable advice on nutrition management post-transplant, emphasizing the critical role of caregivers in the dietary adjustments necessary during this period.We start by addressing the challenges that both survivors and caregivers face when transitioning back home. Heather points out the importance of preparation before the survivor arrives home, suggesting that caregivers can ease the process by shopping in advance and preparing meals that can be easily accessed and consumed. She stresses the utility of having ready-to-eat and easy-to-prepare meals and snacks available to accommodate the fatigue that is common in survivors.A significant portion of the discussion revolves around the evolving dynamics between caregivers and survivors. Heather advises on strategies to mitigate stress and potential strain on relationships, suggesting practical tools like setting reminders for meals and medications, and using apps like the LLS Health Manager to coordinate care and dietary tracking.Heather also dives into the specific nutritional needs of survivors, highlighting the increased protein requirements post-transplant and the importance of balanced, nutritious meals to aid in survivorship. She provides tips for ensuring safety in food preparation and handling, particularly for survivors with compromised immune systems.The conversation further explores the emotional and logistical support that can be provided by friends and family, such as organizing meal trains or offering help with household chores, to lessen the burden on caregivers.As we wrap up, Heather touches on the broader FREE services provided by LLS, including one-on-one nutrition consultations and meal planning support, aimed at managing side effects and improving the quality of life for survivors and their families.This episode offers a comprehensive look at the intersection of caregiving, nutrition, and survivorship in the context of post-transplant recovery, providing actionable advice and emphasizing the power of thoughtful, well-coordinated care.Resources:LLS Phone Number: 877-467-1936 LLS Website: https://www.lls.org/LLS Nutrition Website: llsnutrition.orgLLS Health Manager App: https://www.lls.org/article/lls-health-manager-app-available-nowFairlife Product Website: https://fairlife.com/Survivor Gregory Proctor's book Faith, Strength, and Courage: https://www.amazon.com/FAITH-STRENGTH-COURAGE-Overcoming-Adversity/dp/760919834XFood Safety Podcast Episode with Sue Hill: https://marrowmasters.simplecast.com/episodes/sue-hillNational Bone Marrow Transplant Link - (800) LINK-BMT, or (800) 546-5268.nbmtLINK Website: https://www.nbmtlink.org/nbmtLINK Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/nbmtLINKnbmtLINK YouTube Page can be found by clicking here.Thank you to our sponsors. This season is supported by a healthcare contribution from Sanofi  https://www.sanofi.com/ Follow the nbmtLINK on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/nbmtlink/

Amanda DiGiacomo welcomes Jackie Koster, Founder and CEO of Key Staffing Inc and LLS Visionary of the year. Key Staffing is a company founded in 2019 by Mrs.Koster and it is now a leading recruitment firm serving all industries including, industrial, administrative, accounting, and medical. Jackie tells us the story of how Key Staffing came to be from simply her entrepreneuring spirit and determination to succeed. Amanda and Jackie also discuss the impact that generational cultures bring to the workforce and the difference on how to motivate for success. In starting a business there are always ups and downs, losses and wins, when Jackie started Key Staffing in 2019 the pandemic was an unforeseen obstacle but with great tenacity, Jackie and her team were able to provide the community with job opportunities for both candidates and clients. In 2023 Jackie discusses the loss in reduction of not only her company's staff but the drastic reduction of revenue her company was receiving, but with consistent efforts and an amazing staff the company has been able to grow from what they lost. Key Staffing is a company committed to helping candidates find the right opportunity for their lifestyle. Their mission is to create a long-term partnership with clients by connecting their workforce with companies and businesses. Key Staffing has collaborated with Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS) to host a casino night in which all proceeds from the event will go towards funding research and supporting patients battling blood cancer. For more information on Key Staffing and the LLS casino night check out the links below.  LEARN MORE ABOUT KEY STAFFING:  LLS Casino Night Tickets LLS Donation Page LinkedIn: Jackie_Koster Instagram: Jackie_Koster Website: www.hirekeystaff.com/    

Devin: What do you see, JohnMatthew, as your superpower?JohnMatthew: My superpower is a committed life.“There are cities that are literally separated by a zip code; in one zip code, you may see a life expectancy of 80, 85 years of age and in another that butts right up against it, you may see a life expectancy of 65 years, 70 years of age,” explains JohnMatthew Douglas, a leading authority on social determinants of health in helping to define his discipline.Health is measured in many ways, but life expectancy is a simple, easy-to-understand barometer for the impact of social circumstances on population and individual health. Wealth, in other words, is “absolutely” and “intrinsically” linked to life expectancy, he says.One of the ways that individuals can play a role in reducing socioeconomic gaps that accelerate death and cause poor health is crowdfund investing–impact crowdfunding.“Within the United States, we have an environment within which 80 percent of business owners are white–actually, a little bit more than that,” JohnMatthew says. “Somewhere in the neighborhood of 14.5, 15% Hispanic, approximately 2.4% or so are Black-owned businesses, and then the rest are dispersed among our diverse population.”Noting that Black-owned businesses are perceived as having a higher rate of failure, he says, “This is occurring not because of a lack of will and desire and passion, great idea, great solution. But it's occurring because of a lack of access to the resources and tools and knowledge that an entrepreneur or small business would need to ensure their success.”Crowdfund investing is a tool we can all use to address this lack of funding.JohnMatthew consults with the Lonely Entrepreneur, “a SaaS platform that makes it easier for not only for Black and Brown communities of entrepreneurs but all entrepreneurs actually, to access the knowledge, tools and resources that they need to ensure their success.”By investing in diverse founders, we are directly addressing the social determinants of health in a constructive way toward closing gaps in health outcomes.JohnMatthew has developed his expertise and a successful career serving people because he has followed the counsel of Rev. Martin Luther King to have a “committed life,” making it his superpower.AI Episode Summary* Devin Thorpe interviews John Matthew Douglas, co-founder of Nello Health and I Press Forward LLC, on the Superpowers for Good show.* John Matthew Douglas is an authority on social determinants of health and explains that social determinants of health are about the environment we live in and the barriers that may hinder our health and well-being.* There is a connection between social determinants of health and life expectancy, both globally and within specific communities, with wealthier areas having longer life expectancies than impoverished ones.* Nelo Health is using technology and the metaverse to address social determinants of health and improve patient outcomes and the overall healthcare system.* Upstream interventions focus on addressing neglected social determinants such as education and economic empowerment to position individuals for a better life and reduce reliance on downstream interventions.* Crowdfunding can help address health concerns by providing funding to diverse founders who are traditionally excluded from capital markets, leading to positive impacts on health outcomes and communities.* John Matthew's superpower is living a committed life, inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s call to redefine greatness as an individual's capacity to serve others.* He shares an example of his mentorship program, I Press Forward, which successfully impacted the lives of at-risk middle school students through the collaboration of professionals, including Rear Admiral Ken Braithwaite.* The program helped improve attendance, behavior, and academic performance of the students, emphasizing the importance of passion, vision, and believing in oneself.* John Matthew can be reached on LinkedIn and through Nelo Health and I Press Forward LLC's websites.How to Develop A Committed Life As a SuperpowerMLK preached that one's goal should be to maximize service to others. He called that a “committed life.” Having given his life in pursuit of that ideal, subsequent generations–including JohnMatthew–have been influenced by his commitment to walking his preaching.In our conversation, JohnMatthew shared an anecdote to illustrate the power of leaning into a commitment to serving others. He recounts founding the mentorship program "I Press Forward" in 2012 at the behest of a public school teacher. Focused on rescuing middle school boys from troubled paths, the program was inspired by the challenges of crime, single-parent households, and poor attendance. The program's foundation rested on imparting soft skills, resilience, and leadership to students. A pivotal moment came when retired Rear Admiral Ken Braithwaite engaged with the program, sharing his experiences of meeting presidents and emphasizing that anyone, regardless of circumstances, can succeed in the United States.Over four impactful years, the program enhanced students' attendance, behavior, and academic performance, transcending the confines of their neighborhoods.By following JohnMatthew's example, you can make a committed life a strength that defines you, too. In so doing, you can make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Guest-Provided ProfileJohnMatthew Douglas (he/him):Biographical Information: John Matthew Douglas (JohnMatthew), with nearly two- and one-half decades of diverse healthcare industry experience, tireless work in social determinants of health (SDoH) offers perspective many may have not considered. Meaning social determinants of working life condition, community violence, entrepreneurship & economic empowerment, and a new definition of competitive market collaboration bent towards achieving the heavy lift of effectively addressing social determinants of health and sustainable community impact. JohnMatthew understands that we are the sum of our parts - as a person and as a people. Disparities in access to, and availability of, resources are as important to our national health as disparities in our own bodies. JohnMatthew has elevated himself to a national and even global presence in the field of Social Determinants of Health and is founder of LinkedIn's first in class “Social Determinants of Health & Education collaborative group. More than theories and academics, JohnMatthew talks the talk and walks the walk, as demonstrated in his numerous community efforts. JohnMatthew's beliefs and values are well-founded, and his desire to help others knows no bounds, which he has demonstrated time and again within his local community while supporting and collaborating with other national community leaders and organizations as well. His notable accolades stem from his work with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), the iPressForward mentorship program which JohnMatthew founded, and more recently, The Lonely Entrepreneur, LLC (501c3). He received the Mission award from LLS, special Congressional Recognition from Congressman Chris Gibson, a New York State Senate Citation from Senator Neil Breslin, and additional citations from Assemblymen Tony Jordan and John McDonald. In addition, in 2020 JohnMatthew was awarded the Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield “Whole Health Hero Award” for his efforts in SDoH and health equity. He has also received a Stakeholder's (National Points of Light Affiliate) GOBY award for Community Mentorship. A US Army veteran, JohnMatthew is a graduate of State University of New York and has proven himself a lifelong learner and agent of change. He is also the author and lead author on several noteworthy Social Determinants of Health publications and consults regularly. JohnMatthew has worked for several of the country's largest companies and organizations, notwithstanding recently consulting with Vanity Fair Magazine. His education and personal experiences have led him to pursue and promote upstream Social Determinants of Health. The social determinants of health were created by the WHO with the aim of identifying the main causes of global health crises.Twitter Handle: @JohnMDouglas247Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/johnmatthew-douglas-4a7aa09/For the September SuperCrowdHour, I'm going to share some of the lessons I've learned from making dozens of crowdfunding investments and talking to hundreds of entrepreneurs and investors. You'll learn not just how to make investments via crowdfunding but how to make money doing it.Many impact crowdfunding investors focus on impact first. I admire the approach but note that a goal for maximizing impact is best accomplished by making money. It works two ways. A company that goes out of business has no impact after it dies. One that grows profitably can do unlimited amounts of good. Furthermore, if the investment delivers financial results to you, you can reinvest and do more good as an investor!If you're focused primarily on making money, you'll find this session helpful, too. We'll discuss maximizing financial returns. Don't miss it!Register now for half-price! Join us at the Kinect WeROC® Conference 2023 on Sep 5-6! Empower female CEOs, entrepreneurs, and founders as they scale their visions into reality. Be inspired, support, and invest in the Power of Her. Let's drive success together! Get your tickets now. #WeROC2023 #WomenInBusiness

Hello friends! Did you miss me as much as I missed you? What a year it has been! I am so excited to get back in the swing of things and get you the content you are looking for for all things Dominating Real Estate.  Since the last episode, we welcomed a 3rd baby, Rylee June in October 2021. My full time Executive Assistant Jackie Sorensen has been with us since ten days before Rylee joined us and on todays episode we feature Jackie! Jackie has been a huge part of the last year being the glue to my Real Estate team, Gettings Home Team and even held down the fort for my most recent team - the Hervieux From Heaven Fundraising team together.On the LLS Man & Woman of the Year Campaign:From March 28 - June 2, 2022 I led a 10 week Fundraising team for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS) called Man & Woman of the Year Campaign. It is a 10 week sprint to raise as much money as possible for Blood Cancer Research. This organization has a special place in my family's heart. In October 2014 my late mother in law passed away from Non Hodgkin's Lymphoma. My goal was to raise $50,000 and have the opportunity to name a grant in her honor - something I wanted our 3 little ones and my husband to be proud of.Come join in my conversation with Jackie on how we successfully raised $61,154 in just 10 weeks and are in the process of naming a Children grant! To top it off, I WON Woman of the year!

During the final week of the fundraiser, Nick & Chris Dunn welcome Chelsea Green. She talks about her time with the WWE, the impact of Matt Cardona's current run, her friendship with Britt Baker and Deonna Purrazzo, and Sasha and Naomi's walk out. Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22... #ChelseaGreen #WWE #ImpactWrestling #MattCardona #WrestleMania #Podcast #WrestlingPodcast #Interview #TNA #WWERaw #WWESmackdown #WWENXT #WrestleMania #WWENXT #WrestlingCommunity #AEW #AEWRampage #AEWDynamite #DeonnaPurrazzo #BrittBaker #TheHotMess #ImpactKnockouts #QueenOfTheMountain

On this episode Nick and Chris Dunn welcome comedian, actor and former WWE creative writer, Matt McCarthy. Matt relives some of his favorite moments while working with the WWE and delivers some great impressions of Michael Hayes, Arn Anderson and Vince McMahon. He also talks about the projects he worked on like the Bryan Danielson and Kane therapy sessions and much more! Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22/cdunnd #wwe #wweraw #wwesmackdown #wweuniverse #wwenxt #wwenetwork #wwesmackdown #smackdown #raw #wrestling #NXT #wrestlingcommunity #aew #aewdynamite #aewdark #aewontnt #podcast #impactwrestling #nwawrestling #wrestlingpodcast #wrestlemania #NXTTakeOver #MichaelHayes #ArnAnderson #VinceMcMahon #Kane #BryanDanielson

On this episode Nick and Chris Dunn welcome current Impact Wrestling Knockout, Deonna Purrazzo. She reflects on her time with WWE/NXT and discusses her AEW Dynamite debut and retiring Jazz. Deonna also talks about the “rebirth" of ROH's women's division, Supercard of Honor, Mickie James, Chelsea Green and Britt Baker. Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22/cdunnd #DeonnaPurrazzo #WWE #AEW #WrestleMania #TripleH #Podcast #WrestlingPodcast #Interview #ImpactWrestling #TNA #WWERaw #WWESmackdown #WWENXT #WWEHOF #WWENXT #WrestlingCommunity #AEWRampage #AEWDynamite #ImpactWrestling #RingOfHonor #MickieJames #ChelseaGreen #BrittBaker #ImpactKnockOut #JamesEllsworth #NewJersey #ProfessionalWrestler #ProfessionalWrestling #ProWrestling #SupercardOfHonor #MercedesMartinez #Slammiversary #TheVirtuosa #SteveMaclin

On this episode Nick and Chris Dunn welcome current AEW wrestler Malakai Black. During the episode, Malakai talks his love and respect for Paul Heyman, getting advice from The Undertaker and Triple H, his TakeOver matches against Adam Cole, Andrade, Ciampa, Gargano and Velveteen Dream. He also talks creating vignettes, his AEW debut and much more! Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22/cdunnd #AdamCole #PaulHeyman #Undertaker #TripleH #VelveteenDream #NXTTakeOver #NXTWarGames #AleisterBlack #JohnnyGargano #Andrade #TommasoCiampa #WarRaiders #Black #Ricochet #Podcast #WrestlingPodcast #Interview #WWERaw #WWESmackdown #WWENXT #WrestleMania #WrestlingCommunity #AEW #AEWRampage #AEWDynamite 

On this episode Nick and Chris Dunn welcome former WWE Superstar and NXT coach, Scott Garland FKA Scotty 2 Hotty. During the episode Scott reflects on his time working with NXT and his WWE departure. He also talks in-ring psychology, the Attitude Era, Matt Cardona, Danhausen and much more! On the next episode, dropping on 5/5, Nick and Chris Dunn welcome current AEW wrestler Malakai Black! Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22/cdunnd #WWF #AttitudeEra #TooCool #Scotty2Hotty #Podcast #WrestlingPodcast #Interview #ImpactWrestling #TNA #WWERaw #WWESmackdown #WWENXT #WrestleMania38 #WWEHOF #WWENXT #WrestlingCommunity #AEW #AEWRampage #AEWDynamite #RingOfHonor

On this episode Nick and Chris Dunn welcome current AEW wrestler, Adam Cole to the show. During the episode Adam reflects on his time with NXT, wrestling in the WarGames matches, forming The Undisputed Era, his feud with Pat McAfee, his relationship with Tony Khan and much more. Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22/cdunnd #AdamCole #WWE #WrestleMania #TonyKhan #WarGames #PatMcAfee, #UndisputedEra #TripleH #Podcast #WrestlingPodcast #Interview #ImpactWrestling #TNA #WWERaw #WWESmackdown #WWENXT #WrestleMania38 #WWEHOF #WWENXT #WrestlingCommunity #AEW #AEWRampage #AEWDynamite #RingOfHonor #NWA #YesMovement #BryanDanielson #AdamColeBayBay 

Nick and Chris Dunn welcome WWE Hall of Famer Jeff Jarrett to the show. Jeff talks about Road Dogg, Triple H, Scott Hall and the Owen Hart Cup. He also discusses the importance of a good working punch, non-gimmicked guitars and some of his favorite memories of the pre Spike TNA Era. Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22/cdunnd Subscribe to get notified! #JeffJarrett #WWE #WrestleMania #Road Dogg #ScottHall #TripleH #Podcast #WrestlingPodcast #Interview #ImpactWrestling #TNA #WWERaw #WWESmackdown #WWENXT #WrestleMania38 #WWEHOF #WWENXT #WrestlingCommunity #AEW #AEWRampage #AEWDynamite #OwenHartCup 

In part two of this two-part interview. JBL talks about his friendship with Eddie Guerrero, working with guys like Undertaker, John Cena, and Fit Finlay, his relationship with Vince McMahon and reminisces about some of his favorite ribs involving Hornswoggle, Michael Hayes and Big Show. Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22/cdunnd

In part one of a two-part interview, JBL talks about his favorite WrestleMania moments, what makes a good heel, lessons learned from Vince McMahon, thoughts on Stone Cold returning, his APA days and much more. #StoneCold #WWE #WrestleMania #VinceMcMahon #JBL #WWERaw #WWESmackdown #WWENXT #WrestleMania38 Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22/cdunnd

Nick makes two huge announcements and welcomes former WWE creative writers Chris Dunn and Dave Schilling to the show. The guys discuss booking Roman vs. Brock at Wrestlemania, Pete Dunne's name change, Tozawa becoming a Ninja, a day in the life of a WWE writer and Shane McMahon's BITW Gimmick. Please join the UWPod in supporting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) by making a donation to Christopher's Visionaries of the Year Fundraiser campaign at the following link: https://pages.lls.org/voy/calso/los22/cdunnd

On today's episode we speak with Jon Hoffman, Senior Director of Government Affairs for Food Allergy Research and Education known as FARE. FARE is the world's largest non-governmental organization focus on life threating food allergies. Jon Hoffman, the Sr Director of G.A. for Food Allergy Research and Education known as FARE where she has served since 2016. He brings ten years of experience in the digital advocacy realm, leading campaigns and utilizing new media to motivate and direct advocates to make their voices heard with legislators and regulators. He leads federal lobbying in the House of Representatives for the organization.  Previously, Jon worked at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) as the Senior Manager in Advocacy Development.   Thank you to our sponsor: Rap Index, tell them Roger sent you. https://www.rapindex.com   This podcast is dedicated to the art of advocacy. Also listen for this episodes advocacy tip. Contact Voices In Advocacy at: www.VoicesinAdvocacy.com 480 488-9150 At Voices in Advocacy we work with organizations that want to inspire, educate, engage, and activate their supports to become even better influential advocates.  

  Myeloma survivor, and single father of three, Oya of Philadelphia, PA won't let anything stand in his way as he prepares his kids for another challenging school year. “Myeloma is the most prevalent blood cancer among people of African descent and it is also one of the hematologic malignancies with the greatest racial disparities,” said Oya. “This population is not only twice as likely to develop this rare and incurable cancer when compared to white Americans and other racial groups, but they are also more likely to be diagnosed at a younger age.” Jennifer Wilson LCSW-R, has been a Sr. Information Specialist at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) for 13 years. She responds to enquiries from patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals seeking information and support on blood cancers by providing accurate and up-to-date disease and treatment information, information on clinical trials, and providing financial and support resources. Jennifer is passionate about ensuring that all blood cancer patients have the information needed so that they can access the best possible care. 

During the summer months of 2021, community transmission rates of COVID-19 have again surged across the U.S. People with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and other blood cancers, who are immunocompromised, face added risk from COVID-19 and need more information on vaccine and booster shot efficacy.In this episode, Gwen Nichols, MD, Chief Medical Officer, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), explains how patients are helping researchers discover these answers through participation in the LLS National Patient Registry and the far-reaching effects their participation will have on improving care for patients with blood cancer. Guest: Gwen Nichols, MDChief Medical OfficerThe Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)Related ContentReturning to Practice in the Post-COVID-19 Era: Resources for Treating Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia[PODCAST] Ep 61: CLL Patient Education in Transitional Times[PODCAST] Ep 57: COVID-19 Challenges: Managing Patients with CLL[WEBINAR] Learning from COVID-19: Coping Strategies for CLL Providers & Patients[WEBINAR] Plain & Simple: Strategies for Improving Health LiteracyLeukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)LLS National Patient RegistryA study from The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society shows COVID-19 vaccine is safe but 25% of blood cancer patients do not produce detectable antibodies. Read the full paper published in Cancer Cell here. COVID-19 vaccine safety among blood cancer patientsCOVID-19 vaccine FAQ for patients and caregivers 

EP 113: "A Chance to Make a Difference" Part 1 ft Jade-Addon Hall  Contributors: Comedian Ivan Martin and Lawyer/ Legal Contribitor Natasha Axelrod Like many of you, this past year has been eye-opening for me. The overwhelming inequities and systemic racism that continues to plague our nation left me wondering, “What I can do to help?” One area that became abundantly clear was the healthcare gap. In 2019, for example, we lost 73,000 Black Americans to cancer; the highest rate of any racial or ethnic group. Because of the exorbitant costs of cancer treatment, even with Medicaid, the gaps in healthcare are significant.  My friend Jade-Addon Hall was nominated for the 2021 Man & Woman of the Year Campaign, to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). I’m proud to announce that I have joined Team Cure Excellence in an effort to raise funds and awareness for ending blood cancers and providing equitable care for those who need it most.  We discuss why he asked me to join in the effort for raising money to LLS. We talk about how I was hesitant at first and why this is so important to me. This is part 1 of 2 episodes about LLS. Part 2 comes out on Tuesday April 4.6.21 with a local Baltimore Cancer Survivor that was helped by LLS.  If you would like to donate this is the link  Thank You https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/calso/los21/adante www.LLS.org for more information  

Myeloma is the second most common blood cancer in the U.S. and the most prevalent among African Americans.  It is also the blood cancer with the greatest racial disparity in incidence and prevalence; Black Americans are not only at twice the risk of developing this type of cancer when compared to white Americans and other ethnic groups, they are also more likely to be diagnosed at a younger age.My guests are Laura Ortiz-Ravick, Senior Manager of Outreach & Health Promotion at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and myeloma survivor Kelvin Yates.

Myeloma is the second most common blood cancer in the U.S. and the most prevalent among African Americans.  It is also the blood cancer with the greatest racial disparity in incidence and prevalence; Black Americans are not only at twice the risk of developing this type of cancer when compared to white Americans and other ethnic groups, they are also more likely to be diagnosed at a younger age.My guests are Laura Ortiz-Ravick, Senior Manager of Outreach & Health Promotion at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and myeloma survivor Kelvin Yates.

In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Courtney Rinaldi who is the Patient & Community Outreach Manager at the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for the New England Chapter. "LLS is the world's largest voluntary (nonprofit) health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and provides education and patient services." LLS.org As you know, my goal of this podcast is to help other families through their cancer journey and beyond. My family has been so fortunate to benefit from the LLS in multiple ways from financial assistance to connecting with other families. I felt honored to get this chance to speak with Courtney and talk about all the innovative research, massive scale fundraising and most importantly the ongoing medical and emotional support LLS provides families during any stage of their cancer treatment. My hope is that you gain some additional information about this wonderful organization and it in turn can assist your family too! Links: https://www.lls.org/ https://www.lls.org/public-health/coronavirus https://www.lls.org/support/financial-support 1-800-955-4572- Multi-lingual Information Resource Center 9AM- 9PM EST 1-877-557-2672 Financial Assistance Team 8:30AM-5:30PM EST #llsstayshome #showllspride #llscouchselfie --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/allmammacaretime/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/allmammacaretime/support

Today we hear from the Vice President of Frampton Construction here in Charleston, South Carolina. Keaton is running for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Man & Woman of the Year. Keaton is passionate about doing his part in finding a cure for this horrible disease. Keaton and his team have a big goal and plan on making a significant impact in the Charleston Community. Enjoy our conversation with Keaton Green!

Ryan LaFontaine’s path after graduation was always clear – he wanted to work for his family’s auto dealership group, which was established by his father, Michael Sr., and mother, Maureen, in 1984. By 2008, LaFontaine was named chief operating officer of the LaFontaine Automotive Group, which has since grown to encompass 39 franchises, 20 retail locations, a global vehicles division, a parts warehouse and five full-service collision centers, employing more than 1,300 individuals across Michigan. And he is a recognized industry leader, having served as president of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) and recently named chairman of the 2018 North American International Auto Show, the youngest chairman in the show’s 111-year history. LaFontaine is also proud to guide the next generation of automotive industry leaders through the LaFontaine Automotive Internship Program, a 12-week immersive experience at his dealerships. And while LaFontaine’s career has been meteoric, he suffered a setback in 2008 when he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. LaFontaine took that very difficult experience and turned it into something positive. He had heard about a 10-week nationwide fundraising challenge to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). Even though he was fighting cancer and just had twin boys, LaFontaine and his sister, Kelley, decided to enter. “With family and friends at our side, we raised $228,000 for LLS, which was an all-time record,” he said. For his efforts, he was named the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Man of the Year in 2010. This successful fundraising effort propelled LaFontaine and his sister to go even further and create the U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation. The organization, which is run solely by volunteers so 100 percent of profits are donated to the cause, provides vital funding and support for local cancer research grants. Connect with Ryan LaFontaine: Twitter: @LaFontaineAuto Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryan.lafontaine.5 Website: https://www.familydeal.com/ Website: https://ucancervive.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lafontaine-automotive-group

Aja Estrada is a director of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) local office, joins us to extend a big invite to the upcoming major fundraisier: "Light The Night Walk". takes place at Seattle Center, Sat Oct 21, 5:30pm. It's symbolic with the lights and lanterns we carry....lighting the space where a cancer diagnosis can feel so dark. Let's be counted on to support the research to end this darkness. www.lls.org

About this episode:  Websites & Resources mentioned in the podcast:   Christien Louviere is a Brand Coach and the Managing Partner of SellPersonal where he helps CEOs fix their marketing problems.  Christien hosts the “SellPersonal Podcast” where his guests have included Tucker Max, David Williams, David Hornik and Kyle Porter.   In this episode, Christien and I talk about marketing strategies for startups, and frequent mistakes that startups make on the marketing front. Topics include:   How to run Facebook & LinkedIn ads campaign more effectively How to find and hire marketing consultants Content Selling vs Content Marketing The Amway Hack to running marketing webinars and much more!   Podcast Topics & Notes:   3:30 - Christien’s fundraising work with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 7:15 - Christien’s work at SellPersonal 9:45 - Why a chasm often exists between marketing and selling in startups 14:00 - Building a Buyer Persona for early customers 16:00 - Challenges of using cold leads vs early customers that were acquired via relationships and network 20:00 - Finding your 10x ROI for your product or service for your customer 24:30 - What tasks & activities a startup founder should be doing, and what mistakes are often made; Creating ONE lead generation content piece for your target Buyer Persona 26:30 - Hiring marketing consultants, the complexity of Facebook & LinkedIn ads 30:00 - Facebook & LinkedIn ad targeting 32:30 - The $50 Public Relations Hack to target editors and bloggers in your market 35:30 - Value of marketing webinars vs white papers 39:30 - Content Selling vs Content Marketing 42:00 - Running & recording webinars, reusing content as blog posts & white papers 50:30 - "The Amway Hack" in running webinars 52:30 - Atlanta as a technology & startup hub   Websites & Resources mentioned in the podcast:   Christien Louviere: Christien on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christienlouviere SellPersonal: www.sellpersonal.com Christien’s email: christien@sellpersonal.com team@sellpersonal.com   Sell Personal Podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sell-personal-podcast/id1040499178?mt=2&ls=1   David Cummings’s blog: www.davidcummings.com    Atlanta Tech Village: http://atlantatechvillage.com/   SalesLoft: www.salesloft.com   The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS): www.lls.org

In our “Female Seeking Startup” series, find out how Tania Zapata helped build the largest voiceover marketplace, Torre, and the company’s strategic plan to expand to all creative talents. Tania talks about the move to rebrand from “VoiceBunny” and also how to create and scale any marketplace. Plus, she offer advice on how to find the perfect voicover talent for your brand. In this week’s Tech Candy segment, featured products include a smart alert nightlight Leeo, which monitors your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. We’ll also tell you about a startup competition for a good cause, to raise money to benefit the Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS). Plus, in our” Luxe Networking” series with Elite Master Networker Candice Bar, find out what questions to ask at a networking event to develop long-lasting business relationships.

Brianna Haag is the founder of The Mr. Marina Competition and she does it all in the name of charity. In 2008, Brianna found out her Dad had been diagnosed with leukemia. She made the decision to do something about it. Brianna connected with the local chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) and started fundraising for them. She was extremely successful and was nominated for the San Francisco Woman of the Year award in 2012. As part of this award nomination, Brianna launched a 10-week fundraising campaign that included the Mr. Marina Competition. The event was a huge success and ultimately led to Brianna winning the award for Woman of the Year. She has put on a Mr. Marina Competition every year since and raised over $500,000 for the LLS. We talk about some of the funniest moments from all the competitions and I try to find out more about one of her guest judges, Marina Girl Says. Brianna lives in the "Russian Hill side of Cow Hollow". We talk about her favorite spots in the hood and throughout San Francisco.

Lisa Iannarino talks about how her communications team supports fundraising for ongoing research and treatments for those affected by blood cancers. From tracking leads, participants, and conversions, to setting up workshops to train their runners in the fundraising process, LLS's success has helped it grow from a $30,000 annual event to a billion dollar organization over the last 20 years. Iannarino is the Director of Marketing & Communications for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) National Capital Area Chapter, overseeing communications, marketing and branding for the organization’s second largest chapter. A long-time volunteer for LLS, Iannarino joined the LLS staff in 2010, and contributes to major campaigns including Team In Training, Light The Night, the Leukemia Ball and LLS’s national branding campaign “Someday is Today”. The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the nation’s largest voluntary health organization dedicated to finding blood cancer cures and improving the quality of life of blood cancer patients and their families.