Baddie 2 Baddie Breast Cancer Podcast

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Baddie 2 Baddie! Today, your host, the OG plus size baddie April, sits down with Arlene Tjoarman for a heartfelt and triumphant conversation. Together, they delve into Arlene's journey as a stage 1A breast cancer survivor, from her diagnosis during grad school in Michigan to the support she received from compassionate strangers and the incredible breast cancer community. Arlene opens up about...

Welcome back to another empowering episode of "Baddie 2 Baddie!" Today, we dive into an essential conversation about survivorship and life beyond breast cancer, focusing particularly on the experiences of women of color. Our incredible guests, Angel, Tamika, and Aisha, all breast cancer survivors, join us to explore their journeys, challenges, and the concept of adapting to a "new normal" post-treatment. From the physical trials of...

Welcome back to another empowering episode of Baddie 2 Baddie! In today's episode, your host April (OG, Triple OG Baddie) is joined by the courageous and inspiring Tara Ransom, who takes us through her journey of resilience and strength in the face of a breast cancer diagnosis. Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, Tara shares her story of discovering a lump, the whirlwind of diagnoses and treatments that followed, and her eventual tri...

In today's episode, "Navigating Treatment Options," host Tesha dives deep into the importance of selecting the right support community and treatment plan. Joined by guest Raenel, a survivor of triple negative stage 2B breast cancer, the conversation explores coping mechanisms such as faith, music, and exercise, and the critical role of finding a compatible healthcare team. We'll discuss holistic approaches, the necessity of thoroug...

In this special Hispanic Heritage Month episode of "Baddie 2 Baddie," Marissa and Veronica come together to celebrate and highlight the powerful voices within the Hispanic breast cancer community. Marissa, the co-founder and CEO of For The Breast of Us, interviews Veronica, an OG Baddie ambassador and breast cancer survivor, to share her inspirational journey and advocacy work.

Veronica recounts her personal battle with invasive du...

In today’s episode, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a very special guest, Deb, a Hispanic Latina ambassador and an unstoppable baddie from our community. Join Marissa as she dives deep into Deb’s inspiring journey dealing with metastatic breast cancer since 2018. Despite living in an area with a small Hispanic population and facing numerous health challenges, Deb has built strong connections through online communities and...

In this heartfelt episode of Baddie 2 Baddie, hosts Marissa sits down with Carlo Alvear to share his deeply moving journey as a caregiver to his late wife, Frida.  Frida was a passionate breast cancer advocate who touched many lives. Frida's story is not just one of battling cancer but also of fostering community and leaving an enduring legacy through her advocacy and support for others facing similar battles. The episode highlight...

Welcome to Baddie 2 Baddie, where we are diving deep into the powerful world of women of color impacted by breast cancer. In this episode, co-founder and CEO Marissa,  along with Baddie Ambassadors Cynthia, and April share their personal experiences and insights on the importance of advocating for oneself within the healthcare system. From discussing the For the Breast of Us pillars of advocacy, community, and education (ACE) to pl...

In this episode of Baddie 2 Baddie we dive deep into the powerful stories of strength, resilience, and support in the face of breast cancer. In this impactful episode, Veronica, Manuela, and Sabrina spotlight the significant impact of breast cancer on those diagnosed as well as their caregivers and loved ones. From personal experiences of advocacy, grief, and the vital role of support systems, to the challenges of navigating health...

Tesha is joined by special guests Vina and Raquel to dive deep into the importance of being a voice for those who can't advocate for themselves and the need to bridge the gap in education and awareness about health issues. The discussion focuses on self-care, body awareness, and the significance of early screenings, particularly in the context of breast cancer.

The conversation also emphasizes the need for community support and cel...

Welcome to the Baddie 2 Baddie podcast, where we delve into real survivor stories and celebrate the resilience of of women of color facing breast cancer.

In this episode, host Tesha and guests Deniece Delerme, Ladonna Lewis, and Dr. Stacy Kernisan, all breast cancer survivors, come together to discuss the importance of community support and finding a sense of community during their ongoing cancer journeys.

They emphasize the need f...

Welcome to the Baddie 2 Baddie podcast, where we delve into real survivor stories and celebrate the resilience of of women of color facing breast cancer.

In this episode, we are joined by the incredible Dr. Harriette Richard, a three-time breast cancer survivor and psychologist, to discuss the crucial topic of early detection and self-exams for women of color.

Dr. Richard shares her personal journey of being adopted and the challen...

Welcome to the Baddie 2 Baddie podcast, where we delve into real survivor stories and celebrate the resilience of women of color facing breast cancer.

In today's episode, Coping Strategies, Tesha is joined by guests Jeanelle and Megan-Claire. Together, they discuss the importance of mental health and coping skills in dealing with breast cancer experiences, particularly for young women of color. Jeanelle and Megan-Claire share their...

Welcome to the Baddie 2 Baddie podcast, where we delve into real survivor stories and celebrate the resilience of women of color facing breast cancer.

In this episode, we have Dwan, a 7-year breast cancer survivor, sharing her journey with hosts Tesha. Dwan's initial reluctance to share her cancer journey as an introvert and her struggle with depression post-treatment shed light on the emotional complexities of survivorship. Meanwh...

In this episode of Baddie 2 Baddie, Marissa and Dr. Sheri dive deep into the importance of lymphedema awareness in the breast cancer community, especially for women of color. Dr. Sheri Prentiss, founder of the Live Today Foundation, shares her personal experience with arm lymphedema after undergoing breast cancer surgery. The conversation delves into the need for better education and proactive prevention strategies for patients at ...

In this episode of Baddie 2 Baddie, hosts Tesha delves into the critical topic of healthcare disparities for black and brown women facing breast cancer. Joined by Tatiana from Chemo Divas Foundation, the conversation highlights the challenges of representation in clinical trials, the emotional toll of cancer on women of color, and the financial burden of medical treatment.

The episode emphasizes the importance of sharing stories, d...

Welcome to the Baddie 2 Baddie podcast, where we dive into candid conversations about the experiences and challenges faced by women of color dealing with breast cancer. In this episode, host Tesha along with the remarkable Dr. Morgan Mitchell, a breast cancer survivor and advocate, delve into the importance of support groups and the power of shared experiences.

We explore the therapeutic value of connecting with individuals who und...

Baddie 2 Baddie is catching up on all things baddie behavior! From body positivity to sexual empowerment, Cynthia and April dive deep into the topics that matter. 

Tune in to their latest episode for a refreshing perspective on self-love and sensuality. 💖✨ #Baddie2Baddie

About our Hosts

April is a cool high school counselor in South Carolina. She was diagnosed at 35 with Stage II, Triple Negative Breast Cancer and BRAC1+. April is...

On this episode of Baddie 2 Baddie, April and Cynthia dive into the world of paramedical tattooing and its importance for women of color, particularly survivors of cancer.  Joined by Nina Austin, a three-time cancer survivor and speech pathologist, and Zuri, a permanent makeup artist, and epidemiologist based in Houston, the baddies learn about Nina's 3D areola tattoo and how permanent makeup such as scar reduction, eyebrows and mo...