What’s Behind the Bra? – Breast Cancer Stories of Hope & Survival

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  Bret, Peggy & Bob Miller: A Family’s Mission to Raise Male Breast Cancer Awareness 03.10.2026 54min

  Men get breast cancer too—and the Miller family is helping normalize the conversation.In this episode of What’s Behind The Bra? Healing Stories, host Monique J. Bass, breast cancer survivor and founder of What’s Behind The Bra?, sits down with Bret Miller and his parents, Peggy and Bob Miller, of Male Breast Cancer Happens.Together, they share Bret’s breast cancer journey, the experience of supporting a loved one through diagnosis, and their family’s commitment to raising awareness for men facing this disease. This heartfelt conversation highlights the power of family, speaking up, and helping others feel less alone.Breast cancer awareness includes men. Let’s keep sharing their stories, breaking the silence, and making room for every voice.Learn more about What’s Behind The Bra? at behindthebra.org.
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  Living With Metastatic Breast Cancer: Atiba Page’s Story & Advice for the Newly Diagnosed 03.10.2026 1h

  Monique Bass, breast cancer survivor and founder of What’s Behind The Bra?, sits down with Atiba Page for a heartfelt conversation about living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC).Atiba shares her personal experience and words of advice for those newly diagnosed, offering encouragement as they navigate the emotions and uncertainty that can come with a diagnosis.This episode of Healing Stories makes space for honest conversation, connection, and the voices of those living with metastatic breast cancer. Whether you are a patient, survivor, caregiver, or loved one, we invite you to listen and share this conversation with someone who needs support.Learn more: behindthebra.org Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@whatsbehindthebrapodcast
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  Breast Cancer, Faith & Strength in Sisterhood with Monique “Neek Neek” Williams 30.09.2026 1h 7min

  In this episode of What’s Behind The Bra? Healing Stories, host Monique J. Bass welcomes Monique “Neek Neek” Williams for a heartfelt conversation about breast cancer, faith, and the strength of sisterhood.Monique shares her journey through diagnosis, surgeries, chemotherapy, and unexpected health challenges, reflecting on how her faith in Allah and the love of her village helped carry her through. We explore self-advocacy, accepting support, and finding purpose through her initiative, Strength in Sisterhood.Her reminder, LIFE—Live In Faith Every Day—offers encouragement to anyone facing a difficult chapter. Join us for a conversation about keeping one another’s light lit and the power of showing up for someone you love.Learn more: https://behindthebra.org Watch Healing Stories: https://youtube.com/@whatsbehindthebrapodcast
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  Still Her: Amber Johnson’s Journey as an MBC Warrior | What’s Behind The Bra? 29.09.2026 58min

  Amber Johnson joins Monique J. Bass on What’s Behind The Bra? Healing Stories to share her experience living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC).Two photos of Amber—one bald during treatment and one today—capture different moments in her journey. In this conversation, Amber shares what those images mean to her and speaks about identity, motherhood, support, and the parts of life with MBC that a photo cannot show.Listen, share Amber’s story, and help keep MBC voices heard.Learn more
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  Kisha DuPree: From Diagnosis to Healing — A HER2+ Breast Cancer Journey 24.09.2026 59min

  In this powerful episode of Healing Stories: What’s Behind the Bra?, host Monique J. Bass sits down with Kisha DuPree to share her journey through Stage 2 HER2-positive breast cancer.After first noticing changes in her breast and underarm in March 2025, Kisha reached out to her GYN and began a series of tests that ultimately led to her diagnosis on April 16, 2025.Kisha opens up about undergoing six rounds of TCHP chemotherapy, a lumpectomy, double mastectomy, and 25 rounds of radiation, as well as the physical and emotional realities that came with treatment.Together, Monique and Kisha discuss body image, healing, the importance of a strong support system, sharing a cancer journey publicly, and why breast cancer is truly not one-size-fits-all.Now looking toward outreach and mentorship, Kisha shares the lessons and practical advice she hopes will encourage someone who may be newly diagnosed or afraid of what comes next.🎀 Your story matters. Your voice matters. And healing looks different for everyone.Hosted by Monique J. Bass Founder of What’s Behind the Bra?
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  Coach Remmidy: Healing Begins When We Find the Courage to Speak | Breast Cancer, Trauma & Turning Survival Into Purpose 24.09.2026 48min

  In this powerful episode of What’s Behind The Bra? Podcast, Monique Bass sits down with Coach Remmidy — an award-winning, three-time published author, breast cancer survivor, speaker, advocate, spiritual guide, and co-founder of Meaningful Expressions.Coach Remmidy opens up about her breast cancer journey and the emotional layers of survivorship that often remain unseen. She shares how moments during cancer treatment triggered memories of past trauma and why healing the body is only one part of surviving cancer.The conversation explores finding your voice after trauma, faith and spirituality, emotional healing after treatment, rediscovering yourself, and ultimately turning survival into purpose.Coach Remmidy is also the visionary behind Speak To Heal™, a global healing summit bringing together survivors, medical and healing professionals, advocates, and community leaders for courageous conversations surrounding breast cancer, domestic violence, survivorship, and the power of being heard.We also discuss Meaningful Expressions, a survivor-led brand rooted in healing, empowerment, advocacy, community, and meaningful connection.At the heart of Coach Remmidy’s work is one powerful message:Healing begins when we find the courage to speak.🎀 Real Stories. Real Strength. Real Survivors.Subscribe to What’s Behind The Bra? Podcast and share this episode with someone who may need to hear it.Learn more, support our Comfort Care Packages, or make a donation at BehindTheBra.org.
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  Breast Cancer Survivor Christie Love Shares Her Story | What’s Behind the Bra? 15.09.2026 1h 1min

  Join Monique J. Bass, founder of What’s Behind The Bra?, for a powerful conversation with special guest and breast cancer survivor Christie Love.Christie will share her personal journey, strength, healing, and the lessons she has learned through breast cancer survivorship.Watch live on Monday, September 14, from 7–8 PM ET.Subscribe, like, share, and join us as we continue sharing real stories of hope and survival.You are not alone. 🩷#WhatsBehindTheBra #BreastCancerSurvivor #ChristieLove #BreastCancerAwareness #HealingStories #SurvivorStories
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  They Paid for My Breasts, but Not My Teeth: The Struggles After Breast Cancer 10.09.2026 1h 4min

  What happens when breast reconstruction is covered, but the dental care you need after cancer treatment isn’t?In this candid conversation with Keisha Taylor, host Monique J. Bass—breast cancer survivor and founder of What’s Behind The Bra?—shares her personal experience with dental problems after treatment, repeated procedures, and the fight for insurance coverage, even with her dentist advocating on her behalf.Together, they discuss the impact on confidence, the frustration of navigating coverage, and why these often-unspoken struggles deserve attention.Healing goes beyond what people can see. Our smiles and quality of life matter, too.Listen, share, and help What’s Behind The Bra? bring more honest conversations about life after cancer into the light.
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  Still Standing: Living with Breast Cancer & Finding Purpose | Mimi Frazier 02.09.2026 1h

  Title: Still Standing: Mimi Frazier on Breast Cancer, Healing & PurposeDescription: Diagnosed with Stage 3B invasive breast cancer in 2015 at just 34, Mimi Frazier has refused to let cancer define her. Now 45 and not in remission, she continues navigating treatment, recovery, and healing while helping others find support and purpose.In this episode of What’s Behind the Bra?, host Monique Bass welcomes Mimi, founder of the Linkage Wellness Institute, for a heartfelt conversation about the physical and emotional realities of breast cancer, living with uncertainty, and caring for yourself while serving others.We explore her passion for trauma-informed recovery, culturally grounded wellness, and connecting communities with resources. Mimi’s story makes room for those still in treatment and reminds us that their voices deserve to be heard.Listen, share, and help us bring more breast cancer stories into the conversation.
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  Life After Breast Cancer: Family, Faith & Purpose with Miranda “Randi” Basden 01.09.2026 47min

  Monique Bass, Founder and Host of What’s Behind the Bra, sits down with Miranda “Randi” Basden—a wife, mother of four, entrepreneur, financial educator, autism mom, and breast cancer survivor.Diagnosed in 2025, Randi underwent a lumpectomy and radiation while navigating the emotional realities of cancer and caring for her family. Her story was featured in USA TODAY after a heartfelt speech from her mother-in-law went viral. Friends also rallied around her with a breast cancer awareness walk and brunch, reminding her that she would never have to walk alone.This conversation explores her journey through breast cancer, the power of family and community support, self-advocacy, motherhood, and finding purpose beyond a diagnosis. Randi’s story offers an encouraging reminder: life after cancer can still hold dreams, possibilities, and joy.Subscribe to What’s Behind the Bra and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement. Watch more survivor stories on our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@whatsbehindthebrapodcast
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  From Diagnosis to Purpose: Kia Harris-Carr 01.09.2026 59min

  What happens when a healthcare leader suddenly finds herself on the other side of care—as the patient?On this episode of What’s Behind The Bra? – Breast Cancer Stories of Hope & Survival, Founder and Host Monique Bass sits down with Kia Harris-Carr, healthcare leader, breast and ovarian cancer survivor, and Founder & Board President of Beautiful Faces Foundation.Kia shares her personal cancer journey, what she learned navigating healthcare as a patient, the importance of self-advocacy, faith, family, and how her experiences strengthened her commitment to patient-centered care.She also shares the inspiration behind Beautiful Faces Foundation and her powerful “What Next?” approach: identify the need, build the solution, and invite others to be part of it.This conversation is about more than surviving cancer—it’s about turning your experience into purpose, service, and impact.🎀 Every survivor has a story. Every story deserves to be heard.#WhatsBehindTheBra #KiaHarrisCarr #BeautifulFacesFoundation #BreastCancer #OvarianCancer #CancerSurvivor #PatientAdvocacy #CancerStories #Survivorship
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  27 Years of Thriving: Terlisa Sheppard’s Breast Cancer Journey 01.09.2026 1h 7min

  What does it mean to keep living when you’ve been told you have terminal cancer?Monique Bass, founder and host of What’s Behind the Bra?, sits down with Terlisa Sheppard, a 27-year breast cancer thriver, for a heartfelt conversation about her journey, including a Stage 4 diagnosis.Terlisa shares her experience navigating medical care, speaking up when something wasn’t right, and finding hope through uncertainty. Her story highlights the importance of being heard and reminds us that behind every diagnosis is a person with a life worth celebrating.Join us for an honest conversation about resilience, self-advocacy, and life beyond a diagnosis.This episode shares personal experiences and is not medical advice. Every cancer journey is different.
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  Calming the Cancer Chaos with Dr. Tiffany Troso-Sandoval 27.08.2026 49min

  In this powerful episode of What’s Behind The Bra?, host Monique Bass sits down with Dr. Tiffany Troso-Sandoval, a medical oncologist, educator, and author of Calming the Cancer Chaos: An Oncologist’s Guide for Women to Understand, Organize, and Take Control of Their Cancer Care.Dr. Tiffany shares valuable insight to help patients feel more informed, organized, and empowered throughout their cancer journey. Together, they discuss navigating a diagnosis, communicating with your medical team, understanding treatment, advocating for yourself, and finding a sense of control during an overwhelming time.This conversation offers education, encouragement, and hope for patients, survivors, caregivers, and anyone affected by cancer.Subscribe to What’s Behind The Bra? for more powerful stories of hope, healing, education, and survival.
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  Male Breast Cancer Happens: Tommy Wright’s Survivor Story 27.08.2026 55min

  Male breast cancer happens. 💙🎗️Monique Bass, Founder of What’s Behind the Pecs?, sat down with breast cancer survivor Tom Wright for an honest and powerful conversation about his diagnosis, treatment and survivorship journey.The lifetime risk was once commonly shared as 1 in 1,000 men. Today, it is approximately 1 in 755. Men must know their bodies, recognize the warning signs and speak up when something doesn’t feel right.🎥 Watch Tom’s full story on the What’s Behind the Bra? Podcast YouTube channel.Please like, subscribe and share—this story could help save a life.#WhatsBehindThePecs #WhatsBehindTheBra #MaleBreastCancerHappens #MaleBreastCancerAwareness #BreastCancerSurvivor #MensHealth #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #KnowYourBody #SurvivorStory
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  What’s Behind The Pecs? | Two-Time Male Breast Cancer Survivor Ron Rapaport 25.08.2026 1h 1min

  🎙️ REAL MEN. REAL STORIES. REAL IMPACT.On this episode of What’s Behind The Pecs?, I sit down with Ron Rapaport, a two-time male breast cancer survivor, advocate, TBI survivor, lymphedema thriver, and host of the It’s A Wrap With Rap podcast.Ron joins us to share his powerful journey through breast cancer—not once, but twice—and why speaking openly about male breast cancer is so important.💙 Men have breasts too. 💗 Men can get breast cancer too. 💙 And their stories deserve to be heard.Our mission is to continue normalizing the conversation, breaking the stigma, and reminding men to know their bodies and speak up when something doesn’t feel right.📅 August 25 ⏰ 3PM–4PM ESTAwareness. Early Detection. Support. Survival.#WhatsBehindThePecs #MaleBreastCancer #MenGetBreastCancerToo #MaleBreastCancerAwareness #BreastCancerSurvivor #EarlyDetection #MensHealth #CancerAdvocate #RealMenRealStoriesRealImpact
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  How Belinda Salley Helped Lower New Jersey’s Mammogram Screening Age to 35 25.08.2026 1h 6min

  Monique Bass, Founder of What’s Behind The Bra?, had the honor of interviewing Belinda Salley, a true LD20 champion whose powerful advocacy helped lower New Jersey’s mammogram screening age to 35. 💗Belinda’s story proves that when we speak up, share our experiences and fight for change, our voices can make a difference!Thank you to Assemblyman Rev. Reginald Atkins for recognizing Belinda’s advocacy and sharing this important legislative update. We also honor the late Kathy Lloyd, whose dedication and legacy will never be forgotten. 🕊️💕Watch the full episode on the Monique Bass YouTube channel.Please LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE!Early detection saves lives—and advocacy creates change!#MoniqueBass #WhatsBehindTheBra #BelindaSalley #AdvocacyInAction #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #MammogramAccess #BreastCancerAwareness #BillA1679 #WomensHealth #NewJersey
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  Stage 4 Breast Cancer: Shabba Don’s Fight for More Treatment Options 25.08.2026 1h 1min

  Shabba Don was first diagnosed with Stage 1, Grade 3 invasive ductal carcinoma at just 30 years old. After facing recurrence, her diagnosis eventually progressed to Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer.In this powerful episode of What’s Behind The Bra?, Shabba joins us from the UK to share the reality of living with metastatic breast cancer, navigating treatment decisions, advocating for herself, and refusing to stop searching for options.We also discuss her exploration of treatments in Germany, including liver-directed approaches such as TACE, microwave ablation and cryoablation, and why patients should feel empowered to ask their medical teams about available treatments, second opinions and clinical trials.Shabba’s story is one of determination, advocacy and hope—even while facing an incredibly difficult diagnosis.🎀 Real stories. Real strength. Real survivors.Disclaimer: This episode shares one patient’s personal experience and is for educational and awareness purposes only. It is not medical advice. Treatment options vary by individual and should always be discussed with a qualified medical professional.Subscribe to What’s Behind The Bra? and help us continue sharing the voices and stories behind breast cancer.
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  From Breast Cancer to CRPS: Kiki Wooten’s Fight Beyond the Diagnosis 25.08.2026 1h 7min

  In this powerful episode of What’s Behind The Bra?, host Monique Bass sits down with breast cancer survivor Kiki Wooten to discuss a journey that didn’t end when cancer treatment did.Diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma at just 34 years old, Kiki faced a bilateral mastectomy, reconstruction complications, chronic pain, and eventually a diagnosis of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS).Kiki opens up about the challenges of getting answers, how CRPS symptoms can sometimes be confused with other chronic pain conditions, and what it means to live with an often misunderstood and extremely painful condition.This conversation is about more than breast cancer—it’s about the lasting effects treatment can have on the body, advocating for yourself when something doesn’t feel right, and finding the strength to keep moving forward.🎀 What’s Behind The Bra? is committed to keeping breast cancer awareness going all year long by sharing real stories from survivors, thrivers, caregivers, advocates, and medical professionals.Connect with What’s Behind The Bra? Watch the full video episodes on our YouTube channel and learn more about our mission, programs, and Comfort Care Packages through the What’s Behind The Bra? website.#WhatsBehindTheBra #KikiWooten #CRPS #CRPSAwareness #ComplexRegionalPainSyndrome #BreastCancer #BreastCancerSurvivor #ChronicPain #Neuropathy #SurvivorStories
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  Faith, Advocacy & Life After Breast Cancer with Ronda A. Brunson | Tata Tuesdays 11.08.2026 1h 5min

  Breast cancer can change your life in an instant—but faith, knowledge, community, and advocacy can help you navigate the journey.On this episode of What’s Behind The Bra? — Healing Stories, Founder and breast cancer survivor Monique Bass sits down with Ronda A. Brunson, breast cancer survivor, Founder/LeadHER of Tata Tuesdays, Home of the Breastfriends, author, inventor, and patient advocate.Ronda shares her journey from diagnosis and double mastectomy to turning her experience into a mission to educate and empower others. She discusses the importance of asking questions, advocating for yourself, finding community, navigating life after treatment, and keeping your faith through some of life's most difficult moments.Her advice to someone newly diagnosed is a powerful reminder: keep your faith in God and hold on through the journey. 🙏🏽🎀This conversation is filled with information, encouragement, faith, and the kind of lived experience that reminds us why survivor voices matter.🎥 Watch the full video episode on the What’s Behind The Bra? YouTube Channel.💗 Learn more about our mission, breast cancer awareness initiatives, and Comfort Care Packages at behindthebra.org.
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  Finding Hope After Breast Cancer: One Day at a Time with Felicia Kent, MHPS, CHW 10.08.2026 53min

  Breast cancer can change your life in the blink of an eye. In this powerful episode of What’s Behind The Bra?, founder, breast cancer survivor, and advocate Monique Bass sits down with fellow breast cancer survivor and advocate Felicia Kent, MHPS, CHW, founder of I’m Her 2, Inc.Felicia shares her breast cancer journey, navigating treatment and side effects, and how she learned to take life one day at a time and cross each bridge as she came to it.The conversation also explores finding hope after a diagnosis, adjusting to life after treatment, and how Felicia turned her experience into purpose by helping and supporting others through I’m Her 2, Inc.🎀 Early Detection Saves Lives. 🎙️ Real Stories. Real Survivors. Real Hope.Learn more about What’s Behind The Bra? and support our mission, including our Comfort Care Packages, at behindthebra.org.