Rumpshaker Semi Colon Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jacky Turner
The Rumpshaker Semi Colon Podcast is a bi-weekly Podcast that explores topics related to colon cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, physicians and navigation resources.
Dr. Dan Chu and Dr. Maria Pisu from the University of Alabama at Birmingham join us today to discuss an exciting study that they are working on at UAB. The goal of the study is to gather information from cancer survivors to improve the quality of care for patients.
Join us this week as Janice Johnson shares with us about her nonprofit, Cancer Out Academy.
Janice is a member of our Semi-Colon Club here in Birmingham and is a dear friend of our organization.
Join us as we welcome Dr. Wendy Demark-Wahnefried from UAB to the Podcast.Dr. Demark-Wahnefried will be discussing the Amplify Program at UAB. This study is a web-based behavioral intervention trial aimed at improving lifestyle behaviors of individuals at higher risk for cancer, other comorbidities and functional decline. There will be 652 cancer survivors enrolled and randomly assigned to one of three study arms that will include diet and exercise interventions.For more information, contact Dr. Wendy Demark-Wahnefried at AMPLIFY@uabmc.edu or 1-833-535-7934.
Join us on today's Podcast as we discuss the benefits of having a Patient Navigator with Rhonda Reese. Rhonda is a Patient Navigator in the Cancer Center at Ascension St. Vincent's East.
Join us for today's Podcast as we discuss the upcoming Semi-Colon Club meetings as well registration for the 6th Annual Lisa Martz Charity Classic Golf Tournament.
The Semi Colon Club will begin meeting in person beginning next Thursday, June 16th. Listen for more details!
Join us on today's episode as we explore all of the support groups available to patients all over the city at the Bruno Cancer Center.
Join us today as we visit with Kira Gilbert of the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation. Kira shares resources available to those living with Crohn's and Colitis as well as information about the yearly Take Steps Walk.
Registration for the 2022 Rumpshaker 5K is open and we have a very special New Year Promo code available! Team discounts are back this year as well so don’t delay and signup today!
Join us today as we discuss golf tournament registration, scholarship qualifications and requirements.
Join us today as we discuss the upcoming Lisa Martz Charity Classic Golf Tournament and the 14th Annual Rumpshaker 5K!
Join us as we conclude our conversation with Kimberly Williams of the American Cancer Society. In today's episode we continue discussing colon cancer screening in our community.
Join us today as we discuss the resources that are available through the American Cancer Society.
Join us for this week's podcast as we discuss race week details for packet pickup and what's different for race day this year!
Join us today as we share a recent lunch and learn event with Dr. Mark Parker. If you would be interested in Rumpshaker hosting a Lunch and Learn for your organization, please contact us @ jacky.turner@rumpshaker5k.com.
Today we will discuss things that you can do to encourage those around to schedule their screening colonoscopy.
On today's episode we are visiting with JP Dice. JP is the Chief Meteorologist with the Birmingham Fox affiliate, WBRC, a Rumpshaker board member, and a young colon cancer survivor. JP shares his story and his passion for educating our community about colon cancer and the importance of early detection.
On today's Podcast, we visit with Dr. Adam Edwards of UAB in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Edwards shares with us about screening information, the need to continue screening safely in the Covid environment and the latest research programs and studies available at UAB.
Start the new year right with a Fresh Start. We are joined on today's Podcast by Lisa Donahue. Lisa is a Master Board Certified Life Coach, AACC and holds a Mental Health Coach Certification, AACC. As a cancer survivor herself, Lisa shares how to begin 2021 with a Fresh Start.
Join us on today's Podcast as we share techniques for caring for the heart and mind. Our guest, Lisa Donahue, is a Master Board Certified Life Coach, AACC and holds a Mental Health Coach Certification, AACC. As a cancer survivor herself, Lisa will encourage you and give simple steps on how to cope and care for yourself during this holiday season. You don't want to miss today's episode!
Join us as we talk with the Father/Daughter duo of Merrill and Merrill Ann Culverhouse. The Culverhouse Family has been a great partner to the Rumpshaker organization and Merrill Ann was the young lady behind the State of Alabama's only Colon Cancer Car Tag. Merrill shares his story as a young colon cancer survivor and offers advice to others who have been diagnosed with colon cancer. You don't want to miss this episode!
Join us on today's episode as we talk with Amanda Vandegrift and Mike McCutchin about the limited in person Rumpshaker 5K event as well as the new race options available for 2021.
Join us on today's Podcast as we discuss the rising incidence of early onset colon cancer, the many different colon cancer screening options and when each option is appropriate as well as steps you can take to live a healthy lifestyle.
In today’s episode of the Semi Colon Podcast, we talk with Dr. Joanne Rossman about colon cancer screening. We will discuss who needs to be screened, why it is important to be screened, and advancements in the prep process. We will also discuss why the recommended screening age for colon cancer has been lowered while other screening ages have been raised and answer the question, "Is it safe to be screened in this current environment?"
In this episode we visit with Ryan and Ty Scott, two young men who have been recipients of the Lisa Martz Hope Scholarship. Ryan and Ty share their family's personal journey as well as offer hope and encouragement to other young people whose parents may be battling colon cancer.
In today's episode we visit with Mary Gilmore, a two time recipient of the Lisa Martz Hope Scholarship. Listen as Mary's shares how the scholarship has bettered her college experience and offers encouragement to others going through a colon cancer journey.
In today's episode of the Semi Colon Club Podcast, we introduce Dr. Joanne Rossman. Dr. Rossman is a Medical Oncologist who practices in the Birmingham, Alabama area. Dr. Rossman shares practical advise for patients and their caregivers in this inspirational message.
This is the Introductory Podcast for the Semi Colon Podcast. Our Podcast airs each Wednesday evening at 7:00 pm. Join us on this Podcast to learn more about Rumpshaker, Inc., Rumpshaker 5K and all of the programs our organization offers to cancer patients, survivors and their loved ones.