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Hearing you or your child has cancer are the most isolating words a family can hear. The beauty of childhood is the innocence and feeling of invincibility, those are both devastated by cancer. A world where the terminology is foreign, and you might be the only one in your community experiencing cancer, you feel like No One Understands.

No One Understands will take you through all of the firsts cancer brings to your family, and while no two battles with cancer are the same, we are going to introduce you to caregivers, patients and experts who have been in a similar situation. We know you feel like no one can understand, we hope our podcast can bring you a community of shared experiences.

Season 2, Episode 8:

Season 2, Episode 08: Luis, Bailey, Sydney, Lily and Sean

September 5, 2024 | 1 hour 1 Minute

In the season finale, we bring together an inspiring group of campers, all childhood cancer survivors, for an open and heartfelt conversation about their journeys.

They share what it feels like to have their world turned upside down, how friendships change after a cancer diagnosis, the lasting impact of cancer on their lives, advice they would give to friends and family, and what eventually helped them feel whole again.

We are thrilled for you to meet Luis, Lily, Sydney, Bailey, and Sean.

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Season 2

Season 2, Episode 01:  Damian

Season 2, Episode 01: Damian

March 28, 2024

Damian Buchman, the founder and Executive Director of the Ability Center chats about his experience as a cancer survivor, adaptable sports, becoming a father and his passion for creating the...

Season 2, Episode 02:  Sheridan

Season 2, Episode 02: Sheridan

April 4, 2024

Sheridan Weiss shares her experience with cancer and fertility. At 29 years old, Sheridan discovered a lump in her neck and was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Season 2, Episode 03:  Allie

Season 2, Episode 03: Allie

April 11, 2025

Allie, a parent whose daughter Liv was diagnosed with leukemia at the age of eight, shares her family’s experience with childhood cancer and their advocacy work experience with Camp One...

Season 2, Episode 04:  Marjorie

Season 2, Episode 04: Marjorie

April 18, 2024

Marjorie discusses her experience as a sibling of a child with cancer. She shares that her brother Pat was diagnosed with leukemia when she was eight years old.

Season 2, Episode 05:  Blaine

Season 2, Episode 05: Blaine

April 25, 2024

Blaine, mother of a child with a brain tumor, shares her family's journey and experiences in episode 5.

Season 2, Episode 06:  Ryan

Season 2, Episode 06: Ryan

May 2, 2024

Ryan shares his experience as a camper and counselor at camp, as well as his journey as a cancer survivor.

Season 2, Episode 07:  Nate

Season 2, Episode 07: Nate

August 29, 2024

Nate Hinze, a childhood cancer survivor, assistant principal, and Paralympian, shares his experience and passion for wheelchair basketball in this episode.

Season 2, Episode 08: Luis, Bailey, Sydney, Lily and Sean

Season 2, Episode 08: Luis, Bailey, Sydney, Lily and Sean

September 5, 2024

In the season finale, we bring together an inspiring group of campers, all childhood cancer survivors, for an open and heartfelt conversation about their journeys.

Season 1

Episode 01: Waiting for the Phone to Ring

Episode 01: Waiting for the Phone to Ring

December 1, 2021

The thing about cancer is that it can just be such a shock. Few people are really ready to hear the words “It’s cancer”. Once you hear those words

Episode 02: Treatment

Episode 02: Treatment

December 16, 2021

As navigating pediatric cancer treatment may seem like a daunting task, both our guests will share important treatment information, helpful tips and key takeaways for both patients and caregivers.

Episode 03: Taking Care of the Whole Family

Episode 03: Taking Care of the Whole Family

January 29, 2022

How do caregivers balance work, take care of your other children and learn to let your friends and family help you? In this episode, we discuss resources for caregivers, siblings...

Episode 04: Treatment is a Marathon

Episode 04: Treatment is a Marathon

February 25, 2022

We know for most pediatric cancer families, treatment becomes a marathon. That marathon brings emotional challenges for the patient and caregivers,

Episode 05: Mental Health

Episode 05: Mental Health

March 31, 2022

Families are deeply impacted by a cancer diagnosis. The patient and their loved ones are facing trauma, depression, anxiety and so many fears.

Episode 06: Curveballs and Setbacks

Episode 06: Curveballs and Setbacks

June 2, 2022

Individuals diagnosed with cancer often have the concern of recurrence, so in this episode we will be joined by Caleb Steffen who is a two-time cancer survivor pursuing his nursing...

Episode 07: Camp – Part 1

Episode 07: Camp – Part 1

July 21, 2022

Discussing the impact of “CAMP” and all the incredible experiences that Camp One Step brings to campers and their families. Hear from a current camper Fiona Campbell and Camp One...

Episode 08: Camp – Part 2

Episode 08: Camp – Part 2

October 27, 2022

Second of two episodes where we are discussing the impact of “CAMP” and all the incredible experiences that Camp One Step brings to campers and their families

Episode 09: Survivor

Episode 09: Survivor

January 20, 2023

No childhood cancer diagnosis has a clear conclusion. At some point, each person makes the choice to embrace the title survivor. Our season finale of No One Understands features Hailey...

Meet Our Host

Colleen McGrath is a two-time cancer survivor and former camper at Camp One Step. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to bring a community together through their shared experiences with pediatric cancer.

The information, opinions, and recommendations presented in this Podcast are for general information only, and are not necessarily the opinions of Camp One Step. Medical content in this Podcast is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare professional for medical questions.

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