Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer

Shannon Burrows

The podcast where we straight talk about surviving and thriving breast cancer through support, healthy living, fitness and the power of community & connecting.
After my own breast cancer experience I realized I found my purpose at the intersection of passion & pain. I realized my career in real estate & fitness was more than just selling homes and working out and healthy lifestlyes. Here we educate, empower, and inspire others to take back control of their life after a diagnosis to become the best version of themselves. Taking you from not just Surviving, but Thriving in life. Sometimes our biggest set backs are our best comebacks.

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Remission & Beyond with Judith White
May 3 2023
Remission & Beyond with Judith White
When you finish your battle with breast cancer and are told you are in remission to find out the treatment you had to do is now the cause of your new cancer and so much worse.Judith was diagnosed with Stage 2 Breast cancer and came out of her double mastectomy, Stage 3 which then changed her treatment plan.The Red Devil Treatment Plan is truly the devil!After a year in remission she gets a rare blood cancer diagnosis thinking it’s due tot he red devil treatment.Her solidtude has been her ducks and her husband through all of this.Advocating for herself through this blood cancer diagnosis is nothing she is familiar with so anyone that has been through this that would like to reach out to her, please do.If you can, the link to her GoFundMe Page is below. She needs all the help they can get with her medical expenses since they have depleted all of their financial accounts to battle breast cancer.If you or someone you know has any real estate needs that we can help you with, please email us at:● shannonburrowsrealtor@gmail.comFollow us at:● Facebook Page: Judith White● GoFundMe PageIf you or someone you know would like to be a guest on the podcast please email us:● SMILE@shannonburrows.comIf you or someone you know has any real estate needs that we can help you with, please email us at:● shannonburrowsrealtor@gmail.comFollow us at:● Personal Instagram: @‌shannonmburrows● Podcast Instagram Page: @‌bustinoutofbreastcancer● Personal Facebook: Shannon M Burrows● Podcast Facebook Page: Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer PodcastDon’t forget to Follow, Subscribe and Share this podcast so you can help us Change The World, One S.M.I.L.E. At A Time!
My 5 Year Cancerversary!!
Jul 14 2022
My 5 Year Cancerversary!!
This was my Facebook post for today and I thought it was better than show notes. (Let's Connect on Facebook5 years ago today you introduced yourself to me, my family, and friends.I just wanted to say Thank You for stopping by and impacting my life the way you did!I know you thought you were sneaky creeping into our lives without showing signs of a lump but what you didn’t know is that I was (still am) in tune with my body and I knew something was wrong after having 6 days of anxiety and high blood pressure and knowing my hormones were out of whack which is what got me to the doctor in the first place. After a routine women’s wellness exam & mammogram, as well as an MRI & biopsy you were discovered!You also didn’t know who you were messing with because I don’t play games but what I DO do is wake up every day on a mission of Changing The World, One S.M.I.L.E. At A TimeYou allowed me to find my Purpose at the intersection of Passion and Pain, which has allowed me to make an impact on others on so many levels and also help others navigate their journey as well!You introduced me to so many important lessons like:1. Listen to your body2. How to slow down and enjoy the moments in life3. How there is a HUGE gap between the medical and fitness industries4. That other women and families don’t need to fight this alone5. How to say NO to people and things6. I have a gift that wasn’t being used to its fullest potential7. And SOOO MUCH MORE!So what I’ve done with those amazing lessons in the last 5 years is:1. Had the Policies & Procedures changed at the hospital that lost my Lymph node which has never given me total clearance that cancer has not spread2. Raised & donated over $15,000 for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer & Bluewater Babes3. I’ve been an advocate and a voice for others to know it’s OK to fire your medical team if they aren’t a good fit for you4. I’ve launched a podcast (Bustin' Out of Breast Cancer) to have a platform to share my story and the stories of so many amazing Thrivers5. Became a Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist to be able to help others navigate their recovery from surgery and treatment6. Met so many amazing women that have been diagnosed and have become friends7. Found so much confidence & clarity in my life8. Took back control of my life9. Incorporated into my Real Estate business plan that every transaction I close, a portion of my commission will go back to a breast cancer organization to help others10. And the list goes on!Because I will find the silver lining in everything!Hitting the 5 year cancer free milestone is a big deal and it seemed like it would be forever until I got here and trust me when I tell you the wind has been taken out of my sails on many occasions. I have even felt like a weeble wobble many times but as we know, weebles wobble, but they don’t fall down!Rest assured my comeback is much greater than my setback! Thank you breast cancer, I’ll take it from here!
Founder of STAGE Online Marketplace, Virginia Carnesale
Jun 8 2022
Founder of STAGE Online Marketplace, Virginia Carnesale
Bustin' Out of Breast CancerNew Episodes are released Wednesdays at 7:00 am ESTEP 161-Straight Talk with Virginia CarnesaleVirginia Carnesale, founder and CEO of Stage, is a breast cancer survivor, wellness enthusiast, and information activist who is on a mission to create a community and shopping destination around breast cancer. During Virginia’s journey battling Stage II  breast cancer, which included chemotherapy, radiation, and multiple surgeries, she was shocked to realize that the breast cancer conversation only happened every October.  Virginia’s cancer journey was a turning point that gave her a new purpose and opened her mind and heart to the possibility of using her extensive experience in areas of retail management, marketing, merchandising, and e-commerce to help other women navigate through their own cancer journey. She wanted to pay it forward to women who may lack access to information and support and made it her mission to provide knowledge, community, a sense of levity, headscarves – and everything in between. Post-treatment, Virginia brought Stage to life in February 2022 – to see the modern woman through this uniquely personal journey.   Important topics in this episode:● That she preserved her eggs prior to treatment● The organization that she gives back to for fertility preservation-The Chic Mission● How she went with an all-female team● Her tips to those newly diagnosed with breast cancerWays to reach Virginia and receive a 15% discount on your first purchase and sign up for the mailing list visit her on any of these platforms:STAGE LINKEDINVIRGINIA CARNESALE LINKEDINSTAGE INSTAGRAMSTAGE FACEBOOKHey, let's stay in touch:Where do you like to hang out on social media? Come find me and let's get to know each other.● Follow me on Instagram (and then send me a DM and say Hi:)● Follow me on Facebook (and then send me a DM to say Hi:)If you would like to be a guest on my podcast, know someone who would be a great guest, or have a specific topic you'd like to hear, please email me at SMILE@shannonburrows.com.
Straight Talk with Princess DianeVonBrainisfried
Jun 1 2022
Straight Talk with Princess DianeVonBrainisfried
Bustin' Out of Breast CancerNew Episodes are released Wednesdays at 7:00 am ESTEP 159-Straight Talk with Princess DianeBrainisfriedPrincess DianeBrainisfried is a royal ambassador of positivity, speaker, author, and a badass Breast Cancer Thriver!Diane talks to us about her diagnosis and how to change the dialogue we speak. For example, I HAVE breast cancer rather than I was diagnosed with breast cancer. She reminds us not to let fear hold us back from getting our mammograms and shares so many incredible tips to living a royalty healthy & happy life and how to get Princess worthy happiness!  Important topics in this episode:● Powerful strategies to tame fears, worries, and circling thoughts● Tips for discovering your unique passions and purpose● Routines and sticking to ones that support you, not the ones that don't● Give yourself permission to be happy and so much moreWays to reach Dr. Edo McGee and learn about her cancer care packages and join her FREE 10-Day Challenge.WEBSITE:  www.princessdianevonb.comINSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/dianevonbCLICK HERE for her book, Bonjour, Breast Cancer — I’m Still Smiling…Wit, Wisdom & Optimism for Beating the Breast Cancer BluesCLICK HERE  to grab her FREE REPORT~ "7 Insanely Simple Happiness Strategies!" plus receive periodic happiness lifestyle tips & updatesHey, let's stay in touch:Where do you like to hang out on social media? Come find me and let's get to know each other.● Follow me on Instagram (and then send me a DM and say Hi:)● Follow me on Facebook (and then send me a DM to say Hi:)If you would like to be a guest on my podcast, know someone who would be a great guest, or have a specific topic you'd like to hear, please email me at SMILE@shannonburrows.com.
Straight Talk with Dr. Edo McGee
May 4 2022
Straight Talk with Dr. Edo McGee
Bustin' Out of Breast CancerNew Episodes are released Wednesdays at 7:00 am ESTEP 159-Straight Talk with Dr. Edo McGee-Pharmacist, Mindset Coach, Thriver, and Founder of S.E.W. WellnessDr. Edo McGee is a 5-year breast cancer Thriver and the CEO/Founder of S.E.W. Wellness. They serve breast cancer patients from the start of diagnosis and beyond through survivorship to support, and empower them to prioritize their mental health as a critical part of overall wellness during their recovery journey.  Dr. McGee talks about how she went from a high achieving pharmacist/educator to diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017 at 33 with a 3 yr old. She followed her treatment from starting chemo to surgery but the whole time after hearing her diagnosis she had become depressed, anxious, and hopeless. While unpacking the mental aftermath of the diagnosis with a licensed therapist, she discovered that the missing link to her recovery was mental wellness. The transformation came when she discovered the role of a certified peer mental health specialist that used a wellness recovery framework. She realized how much it helped her so she became certified herself. Now she can help young high achievers, diagnosed with breast cancer, to identify their goals, hopes, and dreams with the help of a mindset breast cancer coach. There are several options to choose from at SEW Wellness including group coaching virtually by partnering with cancer institutions to serve as a wellness program for patients receiving treatment and beyond, cancer care packages for family members and friends looking to support a survivor during treatment; and FREE 10-day mental health wellness challenges. Important topics in this episode:● The importance of recognizing your mental health and well being after a breast cancer diagnosis, during and after● How early detection saved her● How she became depressed, anxious and felt helpless after her diagnosisWays to reach Dr. Edo McGee and learn about her cancer care packages and join her FREE 10-Day Challenge.WEBSITE:  www.sewmentalwellnesscoaching.comINSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/asksewcancercoachTo join her FREE 10-Day Challenge waitlist that will start in the summer CLICK HERE Hey, let's stay in touch:Where do you like to hang out on social media? Come find me and let's get to know each other.● Follow me on Instagram (and then send me a DM and say Hi:)● Follow me on Facebook (and then send me a DM to say Hi:)If you would like to be a guest on my podcast, know someone who would be a great guest, or have a specific topic you'd like to hear, please email me at SMILE@shannonburrows.com.
Chief Medical Officer at Kate Farms, Dr. Cynthia Ambres
Apr 27 2022
Chief Medical Officer at Kate Farms, Dr. Cynthia Ambres
Bustin' Out of Breast CancerNew Episodes are released Wednesdays at 7:00 am ESTEP 158-Straight Talk with Dr. Cynthia Ambres-Executive Vice-President and Chief Medical Officer at Kate FarmsDr. Cynthia Ambres is the Executive Vice-President and Chief Medical Officer at Kate Farms, a company that focuses on Plant-Based Formulas and nutrition so people can live their best lives and be all they are capable of.With more than 30 years as both a practicing physician and a healthcare executive, Dr. Ambres joined Kate Farms to lead their clinical strategy and research initiatives and oversee their team of clinical nutrition managers. She’s an entrepreneurial dynamo who has run a successful consulting company specializing in provider and payer transformation, has twice served as the Chief Medical Officer, once at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Northeastern and Western New York, the second at Kaleida Health. She was in the Global Center of Excellence at KPMG’s Global Healthcare group. She got her medical degree at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, earned a Masters degree in Health Policy and Management at New York University, and did her post-doctoral surgical internship and fellowship at St. Vincent’s Hospital. Important topics in this episode:● The importance of nutrition before, during, and after breast cancer treatment● The benefits of plant-based nutrition for breast cancer patients and survivors● How lifestyle factors, also known as social determinants of health, play a significant role in cancer risk, health equity, and outcomesWays to reach Dr. Cynthia Ambres and learn about Kate Farms and the products they provide for a plant-based lifestyle.WEBSITE:  www.katefarms.comFACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/KateFarmsINSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/katefarmsTo receive 20% off of your first purchase at Katefarms.com use code BUSTINOUT20Hey, let's stay in touch:Where do you like to hang out on social media? Come find me and let's get to know each other.● Follow me on Instagram (and then send me a DM and say Hi:)● Follow me on Facebook (and then send me a DM to say Hi:)If you would like to be a guest on my podcast, know someone who would be a great guest, or have a specific topic you'd like to hear, please email me at SMILE@shannonburrows.com.
2x Thriver, Founder of YDY Sweets and Author, Jaimie Sherling
Apr 6 2022
2x Thriver, Founder of YDY Sweets and Author, Jaimie Sherling
Bustin' Out of Breast CancerNew Episodes released Wednesdays at 7:00 am ESTEP 157-Straight Talk with Jaimie Sherling-2x Thriver, Founder of YDY Sweets, and Author of "From Queens to QUEENS: How the Madison Drag Community Saved Her Life."Jaimie is a 2x Breast Cancer Thriver who chose to go flat after her first diagnosis and also launched YDY, Sweets! YDY, Sweets is an attitude. A lifestyle!The vision began with a breast cancer diagnosis. Founder Jaimie Sherling had a double mastectomy in June 2018. Frustrated with the lack of clothing to fit her new body shape, she reached out to her sister survivors and designed a line of clothing for herself and other thrivers who chose to go flat. YDY, Sweets Originals clothing line launched in September 2020. In September 2021, Jaimie's memoir From Queens to QUEENS: How the Madison Drag Community Saved My Life was published. Always remember, You Do You, Sweets. Important topics in this episode:● How she found out about her first breast cancer diagnosis● The rare mutation she found out she had● How she was inspired to launch YDY, Sweets● Her book, "From Queens to QUEENS: How the Madison Drag Community Saved Her Life."● The irony of where she worksWays to reach Jaimie to view her line, get her book, and connect:WEBSITE: https://ydysweets.com/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jaimiesherling/LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimie-sherling/FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jaimie.hollenback.9HER BOOK: " From Queens to QUEENS: How the Madison Drag Community Saved Her Life."Hey, let's stay in touch:Where do you like to hang out on social media? Come find me and let's get to know each other.● Follow me on Instagram (and then send me a DM and say Hi:)● Follow me on Facebook (and then send me a DM to say Hi:)If you would like to be a guest on my podcast, know someone who would be a great guest, or have a specific topic you'd like to hear, please email me at SMILE@shannonburrows.com.
The Health Benefits of Estrogen Gene Testing with TJ Hills
Mar 23 2022
The Health Benefits of Estrogen Gene Testing with TJ Hills
Bustin' Out of Breast CancerNew Episodes release Wednesdays at 7:00 am ESTEP 156-Straight Talk with TJ Hills-The Health Benefits of Estrogen Gene TestingA breast cancer patient in remission since 2009, Former Board Member of the Better Estrogen Foundation, Estrogen Gene Test Co, and Hormonal Cancer Foundation.T.J. Hills is the Author of Amazon Book Bestseller, "Sex, Drugs, Babies and Breast Cancer: Health Benefits of Estrogen Gene Testing. The book was adapted from her speeches to corporate events, medical conferences, and breast cancer and women's groups. She has also spoken on National TV, radio outlets, and podcasts. She has spent 30 plus years advising the largest Institutional Investors and Hedge Funds. Inquiries about her availability to speak at an event may be directed to info@betterestrogen.comImportant topics in this episode:● Her diagnosis in 2009 of the garden variety breast cancer● How she knew there was a problem (her symptoms)● How we can prevent cancer and many other health diagnoses with estrogen gene testing● All the research she has done and shared regarding the estrogen gene testing● How and why you should get the estrogen gene testingWays to reach TJ Hills and connect:My Bestselling Book: Sex, Drugs, Babies and Breast CancerYouTube Videos. T.J. Hills - YouTubeWebsite: www.betterestrogen.comHey, let's stay in touch:Be the first to get the latest podcast, blogs, news, and specials by signing up for my newsletter:● Email me: SMILE@shannonburrows.comWhere do you like to hang out on social media? Come find me and let's get to know each other.● Follow me on Instagram (and then send me a DM and say Hi:)● Follow me on Facebook (and then send me a DM to say Hi:)