Black Women Rising- The Untold Cancer Stories Podcast

Award winning breast cancer survivor & community activist Leanne Pero set up the Black Women Rising cancer project in 2017, aimed at raising vital cancer awareness within the Black community & provide support for Black cancer patients/ survivors whilst they undergo cancer treatment & experience difficulty in remission. With cancer mortality rates within the BAME community being at an all time high- join Leanne & her inspirational guests explore healthy conversation about the myths, taboos & hardships that surround our community as well as share inspirational stories of hope & transformation.

Black Women Rising- The Untold Cancer Stories Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Leanne Pero, with 58 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Leanne Pero hosts Black Women Rising- The Untold Cancer Stories Podcast, a health show with 58 episodes published.

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  Episode #1

  An Intimate Conversation With Black Women Rising

  Mar 6, 20252h 15mS5

  <p>🚨 Series 5 is FINALLY HERE! 🚨</p><p><br /></p><p>🤩This season, we’re switching things up with a powerful two-part special consisting of 11 mini incredible conversations in front of a live audience, which is available NOW for you to listen or watch across our usual podcast platforms </p><p><br /></p><p>👉🏾We are DEEP DIVING into the REAL realities of life after a cancer diagnosis- relationship break downs, finding love again, navigating body image and the medical system, what it’s like living with terminal cancer, and finding faith through the hard times- all through the voices of those who’ve lived i...

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  Episode #9

  Black Women Rising - The Untold Cancer Stories: S4 Ep9 - Let's Talk Cancer

  Mar 14, 202439 minS4

  <p>In this special episode of Black Women Rising, we have a candid talk with Dr Aziza Sesay (@talkswithdrsesay) and cancer survivor Dawn Butler MP (@dawnbutlerbrent). The trio, specifically focus on people being aware of the many signs and symptoms of cancer and being body aware, with the aim to increase knowledge and understanding of cancer symptoms. Remember - if something in your body doesn't feel right, please contact your GP practice. It's probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early makes it more treatable and can save lives. To find out more visit: nhs.uk/cancersymptoms 🔗Click the link in our...

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  Episode #8

  Black Women Rising - The Untold Cancer Stories: S4 Ep8 - Cancer In Your 20's

  Mar 7, 202449 minS4

  <p>In this episode, Leanne was joined by Shalisha James Davis, a British actress currently in the popular soap "Casualty". Shalisha opens up to Leanne on how it has been for her being diagnosed with Ovarian cancer. The conversation touches on life before, during and post-diagnosis and how he has been navigating through everything since age 26. 🔗Click the link in our bio to listen or watch 📝After podcast notes 👩🏾Host: Leanne Pero @leanneperoofficial 🤎Guests: Shalisha James Davis @shalishajamesdavis 🎬Filming/editing/ Production: Grey waves 🧡Sponsored by @palmersuk</p>

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  Episode #7

  Black Women Rising - The Untold Cancer Stories: S4 Ep7 - Black Men & Cancer

  Feb 29, 202433 minS4

  <p>In this episode, Paul Campbell, the newly appointed CEO of Cancer Black Care, joined Leanne. Leanne speaks to him about his prostate cancer experience; he delves deeper into how it was going through cancer as a black man and male health stigma and also touches on Cancer Black Care and plans. 🔗Click the link in our bio to listen or watch 📝After podcast notes 👩🏾Host: Leanne Pero @leanneperoofficial 🤎Guests: Paul Campbell @Cancerblackcare 🎬Filming/editing/ Production: Grey waves 🧡Sponsored by @palmersuk</p>

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  Episode #6

  Black Women Rising - The Untold Cancer Stories: S4 Ep6 The Meaning Of Allyship

  Feb 23, 202450 minS4

  <p>👉🏾In this episode, Leanne welcomed Lauren Mahon, the founder of Girl v Cancer, campaigner, and breast cancer survivor. Lauren, a friend of Leanne's and an ally of Black Women Rising from the early days, touches on her journey, her work, and the importance of allyship within the cancer industry. 📝After podcast notes 👩🏾Host: Leanne Pero @leanneperoofficial 🤎Guests: Lauren Mohan @Iamlaurenmahon 🎬Filming/editing/ Production: Grey waves 🧡Sponsored by @palmersuk</p> <p><br></p>

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