When you hear stories about breast cancer, you might wonder who stands behind the scenes making help possible for people going through treatment. This mashup episode was recorded at Nice Winery.

You'll meet:
Survivors sharing how they leaned on friends and family
People supporting the Rose, so no one has to choose between medical care and daily needs
Board members like Dale Dodds, working to make it easier for caregivers

Listen as they talk about why support matters.

Key Questions Answered
Why is breast health awareness important?
What is the mission of The Rose organization?
How can fundraising efforts support breast cancer patients?
What impact has Dorothy Gibbons had on The Rose and the breast cancer community?
What does it feel like to be diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age?
Why is support from loved ones and community crucial during breast cancer treatment?
How do financial and insurance barriers affect access to breast cancer care?
What advice do survivors have for those newly diagnosed with breast cancer?
How can people honor and remember loved ones affected by breast cancer?
What role do board members and volunteers play in The Rose’s work?

Timestamped Overview

06:07 New Treasurer: Dale Dodds Introduction

06:48 Supporting Healthcare Through Finance

11:01 Survivor's Support and Love

13:17 Overcoming Cancer with Support

Learn about Nice Winery HERE.

Support The Rose HERE.

Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts.

When you hear stories about breast cancer, you might wonder who stands behind the scenes making help possible for people going through treatment. This mashup episode was recorded at Nice Winery.
You'll meet:
<ul>
<li>Survivors sharing how they leaned on friends and family</li>
<li>People supporting the Rose, so no one has to choose between medical care and daily needs</li>
<li>Board members like Dale Dodds, working to make it easier for caregivers</li>
</ul>
Listen as they talk about why support matters.
Key Questions Answered
<ol>
<li>Why is breast health awareness important?</li>
<li>What is the mission of The Rose organization?</li>
<li>How can fundraising efforts support breast cancer patients?</li>
<li>What impact has Dorothy Gibbons had on The Rose and the breast cancer community?</li>
<li>What does it feel like to be diagnosed with breast cancer at a younger age?</li>
<li>Why is support from loved ones and community crucial during breast cancer treatment?</li>
<li>How do financial and insurance barriers affect access to breast cancer care?</li>
<li>What advice do survivors have for those newly diagnosed with breast cancer? How can people honor and remember loved ones affected by breast cancer? What role do board members and volunteers play in The Rose&rsquo;s work?</li>
</ol>
Timestamped Overview
06:07 New Treasurer: Dale Dodds Introduction
06:48 Supporting Healthcare Through Finance
11:01 Survivor's Support and Love
13:17 Overcoming Cancer with Support
Learn about Nice Winery <a href="https://www.nicewines.com/">HERE</a>.
Support The Rose <a href="https://secure.therose.org/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app30118a?df_id=1480&amp;mfc_pref=T&amp;1480.donation=form1&amp;NONCE_TOKEN=6FEB2388BD63E0937C3FD34555AF1B9F">HERE</a>.
Subscribe to Let&rsquo;s Talk About Your Breasts on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-about-your-breasts/id1666101320">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6o9cXAie2Mfqhq6tQWrClj">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1300-lets-talk-about-your-brea-107408811/">iHeart</a>, and wherever you get <a href="https://therose.org/podcasts/">your podcasts</a>.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.

Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

Let's Talk About Your Breasts

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.


Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Rose Breast Center of Excellence presents Let's Talk About Your Breasts with Dorothy Gibbons.
 Each week, Dorothy hosts candid conversations with an array of people in the breast cancer community. From doctors and employees to donors and individuals who influence policy, you'll learn all there is to know about the disease which impacts so many women in our community.

The Power of Support: A Night at the Nice Winery

Cristina Rodriguez, a Harvard-educated attorney and proud immigrant daughter, faced her diagnosis at 45 with honesty and vulnerability. Communication became her lifeline at home, especially with her young daughters. Now seven years out, she supports others through similar journeys and champions the life-saving power of routine screening.

If this conversation matters to you, share the episode with your family and friends and consider making a donation at therose.org so more women receive breast cancer screening and care.

Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Key Questions Answered
What is Cristina's background and where is she from?
How did Cristina end up at Harvard Law School, and was that her original plan?
What kind of lawyer is Cristina, and what is her role as a trial lawyer?
Did Cristina use her professional communication skills when dealing with her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment?
How was Cristina's breast cancer initially discovered?
How did Cristina communicate her diagnosis to her children, and what advice did she follow?
Did Cristina have to undergo chemotherapy?
Did Cristina have any family history or known risk factors for breast cancer?
How did Cristina support her friend Maria Boyce when she was diagnosed with breast cancer?
How did Cristina tell her colleagues and clients about her diagnosis?
What practical tips does Cristina offer other women about cancer screenings and self-care?
How does Cristina use her experience to support others facing cancer?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 "From Georgetown Waitlist to Harvard"

05:26 "Waiting to Share the Truth"

06:52 "Parenting Through Surgery Decisions"

13:01 "Stress, Support, and Gratitude"

13:36 Supporting Through Experience Gaps

18:52 "Owning My Sharpie Marks"

21:02 "Flower Power for Support"

24:46 Practicing Compassion Through Support

28:51 "Lean Into Support, Prioritize Health"

30:26 "Support Others, Embrace Self-Care"

Cristina Rodriguez, a Harvard-educated attorney and proud immigrant daughter, faced her diagnosis at 45 with honesty and vulnerability. Communication became her lifeline at home, especially with her young daughters. Now seven years out, she supports others through similar journeys and champions the life-saving power of routine screening.
If this conversation matters to you, share the episode with your family and friends and consider making a donation at <a href="http://therose.org/">therose.org</a> so more women receive breast cancer screening and care.
Subscribe to Let&rsquo;s Talk About Your Breasts on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-about-your-breasts/id1666101320">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6o9cXAie2Mfqhq6tQWrClj">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1300-lets-talk-about-your-brea-107408811/">iHeart</a>, and wherever you get <a href="https://therose.org/podcasts/">your podcasts</a>.
Key Questions Answered
<ol>
<li>What is Cristina's background and where is she from?</li>
<li>How did Cristina end up at Harvard Law School, and was that her original plan?</li>
<li>What kind of lawyer is Cristina, and what is her role as a trial lawyer?</li>
<li>Did Cristina use her professional communication skills when dealing with her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment?</li>
<li>How was Cristina's breast cancer initially discovered?</li>
<li>How did Cristina communicate her diagnosis to her children, and what advice did she follow?</li>
<li>Did Cristina have to undergo chemotherapy?</li>
<li>Did Cristina have any family history or known risk factors for breast cancer?</li>
<li>How did Cristina support her friend Maria Boyce when she was diagnosed with breast cancer?</li>
<li>How did Cristina tell her colleagues and clients about her diagnosis?</li>
<li>What practical tips does Cristina offer other women about cancer screenings and self-care?</li>
<li>How does Cristina use her experience to support others facing cancer?</li>
</ol>
Timestamped Overview
00:00 "From Georgetown Waitlist to Harvard"
05:26 "Waiting to Share the Truth"
06:52 "Parenting Through Surgery Decisions"
13:01 "Stress, Support, and Gratitude"
13:36 Supporting Through Experience Gaps
18:52 "Owning My Sharpie Marks"
21:02 "Flower Power for Support"
24:46 Practicing Compassion Through Support
28:51 "Lean Into Support, Prioritize Health"
30:26 "Support Others, Embrace Self-Care"

Flower Power: Rethinking How We Help Friends with Cancer

Julie Stobbe's life took a dramatic turn from Broadway stages to confronting a breast cancer diagnosis, but she transformed adversity into action. Supported by her family, students, and community, she became a beacon of hope and openness. Her leadership in events like Paint the Path Pink now brings strength and awareness to countless others.

If this conversation matters to you, share the episode with your family and friends and consider making a donation at therose.org so more women receive breast cancer screening and care.

Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Key Questions Answered
What is Julie’s background and how did she get started in music?
How did Julie transition into teaching in the public school system?
How did Julie discover she had breast cancer?
Was the mammogram that detected cancer Julie’s first mammogram?
What stage was Julie’s breast cancer when it was diagnosed?
What treatment did Julie undergo for her breast cancer?
How did Julie communicate her diagnosis to her adult children?
What role did her school and local community play in supporting Julie during her treatment?
How did Julie become involved in the ‘Paint the Path Pink’ event, and what does the event entail?
How did Julie share her cancer journey with her students, and what was their response?

Timestamped Overview

00:00 From Doctor Dreams to Music

03:15 "From Volunteer to Choir Teacher"

09:17 Finding Humor During Adversity

11:44 "Trust Me, We'll Be Fine"

15:59 Community Fair with Local Support

18:50 Community Support Through Collaboration

23:17 "Building Trust Through Connection"

26:40 "Empowering Women Through The Rose"

28:30 "Embracing Unique Personal Stories"

Julie Stobbe's life took a dramatic turn from Broadway stages to confronting a breast cancer diagnosis, but she transformed adversity into action. Supported by her family, students, and community, she became a beacon of hope and openness. Her leadership in events like Paint the Path Pink now brings strength and awareness to countless others.
If this conversation matters to you, share the episode with your family and friends and consider making a donation at <a href="http://therose.org/">therose.org</a> so more women receive breast cancer screening and care.
Subscribe to Let&rsquo;s Talk About Your Breasts on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-about-your-breasts/id1666101320">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6o9cXAie2Mfqhq6tQWrClj">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1300-lets-talk-about-your-brea-107408811/">iHeart</a>, and wherever you get <a href="https://therose.org/podcasts/">your podcasts</a>.
Key Questions Answered
<ol>
<li>What is Julie&rsquo;s background and how did she get started in music?</li>
<li>How did Julie transition into teaching in the public school system?</li>
<li>How did Julie discover she had breast cancer?</li>
<li>Was the mammogram that detected cancer Julie&rsquo;s first mammogram?</li>
<li>What stage was Julie&rsquo;s breast cancer when it was diagnosed?</li>
<li>What treatment did Julie undergo for her breast cancer?</li>
<li>How did Julie communicate her diagnosis to her adult children?</li>
<li>What role did her school and local community play in supporting Julie during her treatment?</li>
<li>How did Julie become involved in the &lsquo;Paint the Path Pink&rsquo; event, and what does the event entail?</li>
<li>How did Julie share her cancer journey with her students, and what was their response?</li>
</ol>
Timestamped Overview
00:00 From Doctor Dreams to Music
03:15 "From Volunteer to Choir Teacher"
09:17 Finding Humor During Adversity
11:44 "Trust Me, We'll Be Fine"
15:59 Community Fair with Local Support
18:50 Community Support Through Collaboration
23:17 "Building Trust Through Connection"
26:40 "Empowering Women Through The Rose"
28:30 "Embracing Unique Personal Stories"

Educators Leading the Fight Against Breast Cancer: The Mitchell Intermediate Story

In this mini-episode, Dorothy talks about the importance of setting goals for the new year.

She sets one-hundred six goals every year. ONE-HUNDRED SIX!

Dorothy will go over why she writes hers down and how we should write ours down. Keyword: WRITE.

You'll hear the exact words to use and which ones to avoid at all costs.

We'd love to know your goals. After writing them down, tag us on Facebook and Instagram. 

We're rooting for you!

Please consider supporting us at therose.org. Your donation could help save the life of an uninsured woman.

Subscribe to Let’s Talk About Your Breasts on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, and wherever you get your podcasts.

In this mini-episode, Dorothy talks about the importance of setting goals for the new year.
She sets one-hundred six goals every year. ONE-HUNDRED SIX!
Dorothy will go over why she writes hers down and how we should write ours down. Keyword: WRITE.
You'll hear the exact words to use and which ones to avoid at all costs.
We'd love to know your goals. After writing them down, tag us on Facebook and Instagram.&nbsp;
We're rooting for you!
Please consider supporting us at <a href="https://therose.org/">therose.org</a>. Your donation could help save the life of an uninsured woman.
Subscribe to Let&rsquo;s Talk About Your Breasts on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-talk-about-your-breasts/id1666101320">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6o9cXAie2Mfqhq6tQWrClj">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1300-lets-talk-about-your-brea-107408811/">iHeart</a>, and wherever you get <a href="https://therose.org/podcasts/">your podcasts</a>.

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