The Adventurer’s Guide to Surviving Breast Cancer

Jenny

Trusting your instincts can change everything. Dorothy Gibbons and Jenny Fitzpatrick talk about early breast cancer diagnosis, persistent self-advocacy, and navigating treatment as a young mother. Jenny Fitzpatrick describes celebrating survivorship, building community, and creating new traditions. Stories connect lives. Experiences shape what comes next.

Friendship in the Face of Breast Cancer

Ronnie Haggerty

Today, Dorothy is joined by Ronnie Hagerty, a board member who shares her experience in the nonprofit sector. Ronnie emphasizes the need for nonprofits to operate using best business practices and highlights the misconception that nonprofits don’t need money.

Start the New Year With Facts, Not Fiction

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We’re debunking some of the most popular myths about breast cancer with fan favorite, Dr. Raz, Lead Radiologist at The Rose. He sits down with host, Dorothy Gibbons, to discuss deodorant, underwire bras, and…bee venom?

Tune in to hear why consulting with Dr. Google or Nurse TikTok isn’t recommended and speaking with your physician is your best bet for reliable, factual medical information.

The Studio That Heals: Ballet, Children, and the Heart of Survival

Cookie Joe

Cookie Joe has spent her life teaching dance, shaping not just technique but character, faith, and compassion in her students. When cancer struck, she embraced it as a purposeful challenge, inspiring her community through fundraisers, open conversations, and shared strength. Her story is a celebration of resilience, community, and faith over fear.

The Power of Gratitude: A Woman’s Positive Attitude Throughout Her Cancer Battle

Joanne Patterson

Joanne shares her deeply personal journey of being diagnosed with stage four breast cancer. 
Despite the gravity of her diagnosis, Joanne stayed positive. In her darkest moments, Joanne found solace and support from The Rose, which had a profound impact not only on Joanne but also on her daughter, providing them with the strength to navigate this difficult path together.

From Survivor to Advocate: Ann Meyn’s Lessons for the Next Generation

Anne Meyn

Ann Meyn started her advocacy in the 1990s, launching support groups and sharing the message of early detection. Even while facing aggressive treatments, she continued teaching, volunteering, and helping others understand cancer. With a scientific mindset, she shaped patient support and influenced research, guiding the next generation of advocates. Today, she joins Dorothy to reflect on their friendship and impact on The Rose’s community.

Blessings in the Battle: Discovering Grace Through Breast Cancer’s Trials

Gaylyn De Vine

What happens when you’re diagnosed with breast cancer at 42, while running a business, raising a family, and just married? Today, Dorothy talks with Gaylyn, a longtime Rose patient and community volunteer, who found a lump in her breast, advocated for herself, and learned what it means to lean on others.

Service Meets Purpose: The Intern Experience at The Rose

Inters Josh and Usman

Josh and Usman open up about what it means to intern at The Rose, trading textbooks for real stories and discovering just how much impact one person can make. They dive into mentorship, the value of compassionate care, and the energy that comes from working with a team committed to change. Over two conversations, you’ll hear their honest reflections, hopes for the future, and a glimpse of why these young leaders give us all reason to believe.