At just 22 years old, Jill’s daughter, Catie, passed away from cancer. 

In this conversation, Jill opens her heart to share her journey through unimaginable loss, the lessons her daughter taught her, and how she’s learning to carry grief and love side by side.

This was my first episode since becoming a mother where I’ve spoken to a parent about loss. It was by far the most challenging episode I’ve hosted. But nothing about cancer is easy, and we must continue to share stories that represent the full ripple effect of a cancer diagnosis.

This episode is a tribute — to Catie’s life, to every parent walking this painful path, and to the strength it takes to keep moving forward when a part of your heart is missing.

This episode is brought to you by our friends at Servier Australia.

At just 22 years old, Jill&rsquo;s daughter, Catie, passed away from cancer.&nbsp;
In this conversation, Jill opens her heart to share her journey through unimaginable loss, the lessons her daughter taught her, and how she&rsquo;s learning to carry grief and love side by side.
This was my first episode since becoming a mother where I&rsquo;ve spoken to a parent about loss. It was by far the most challenging episode I&rsquo;ve hosted. But nothing about cancer is easy, and we must continue to share stories that represent the full ripple effect of a cancer diagnosis.
This episode is a tribute &mdash; to Catie&rsquo;s life, to every parent walking this painful path, and to the strength it takes to keep moving forward when a part of your heart is missing.
This episode is brought to you by our friends at Servier Australia.

The heartbreak no parent should know

In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, I’m joined by Professor Marco Herold, a globally recognised expert in cancer research and the current CEO of the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute. 

With a background in molecular biology and a passion for translating discoveries from bench to bedside, Professor Herold is leading groundbreaking efforts in cancer therapeutics, immunology, and personalised medicine.

In this episode, we dive into his journey from academic researcher to institute leader, the future of precision oncology, and how ONJCRI is bridging the gap between research and real-world impact for patients.

In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, I&rsquo;m joined by Professor Marco Herold, a globally recognised expert in cancer research and the current CEO of the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research Institute. With a background in molecular biology and a passion for translating discoveries from bench to bedside, Professor Herold is leading groundbreaking efforts in cancer therapeutics, immunology, and personalised medicine. In this episode, we dive into his journey from academic researcher to institute leader, the future of precision oncology, and how ONJCRI is bridging the gap between research and real-world impact for patients.

The lab leading change

In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, we speak to AFL legend Jarryd Roughead - a 4-time premiership winning forward, former Hawthorn captain, and one of the most respected figures in the game. But in 2016, Jarryd faced something far more daunting than any grand final opponent: a cancer diagnosis that would change his life forever. 

Today’s conversation goes far beyond the world of sport. Jarryd opens up about his cancer journey - from the initial shock of the diagnosis, through the treatments, the mental and physical toll, and ultimately, the strength and support that carried him through. 

It’s a story of vulnerability and perspective, a conversation about life, fear, and hope - and the power of facing adversity head-on.

In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, we speak to AFL legend Jarryd Roughead - a 4-time premiership winning forward, former Hawthorn captain, and one of the most respected figures in the game. But in 2016, Jarryd faced something far more daunting than any grand final opponent: a cancer diagnosis that would change his life forever. Today&rsquo;s conversation goes far beyond the world of sport. Jarryd opens up about his cancer journey - from the initial shock of the diagnosis, through the treatments, the mental and physical toll, and ultimately, the strength and support that carried him through. It&rsquo;s a story of vulnerability and perspective, a conversation about life, fear, and hope - and the power of facing adversity head-on.

The Athlete

There are many treatment options a cancer patient may face. Some are well known, others are not. The lack of knowledge around radiation treatment can stress people out which is why in this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, we are joined by Radiation Therapist, Nat. Nat shares with us how radiation therapy can help and cure patients of their cancer, and the approaches her and her team take to educate patients and their families. 

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There are many treatment options a cancer patient may face. Some are well known, others are not. The lack of knowledge around radiation treatment can stress people out which is why in this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, we are joined by Radiation Therapist, Nat. Nat shares with us how radiation therapy can help and cure patients of their cancer, and the approaches her and her team take to educate patients and their families. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Radiation Therapist

Imagine being 26 years old, feeling at your peak health and fitness levels, about to run your first marathon, and you collapse 21 kilometres into your final training run. This was reality for Rama Davies as he woke up on the side of Beach Road, surrounded by onlookers and an ambulance on the way.

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Imagine being 26 years old, feeling at your peak health and fitness levels, about to run your first marathon, and you collapse 21 kilometres into your final training run. This was reality for Rama Davies as he woke up on the side of Beach Road, surrounded by onlookers and an ambulance on the way.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Gen Z Patient

Being diagnosed with oesophageal cancer is life changing and takes an enormous toll on your body and mind. Ensuring the patient is set up for success post surgery requires a team of experts. One of those experts is Lisa Murnane - Senior Dietician at Alfred Health. In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, I chat to Lisa about the role a Dietician plays in patient care, specifically around those undergoing an esophagectomy.

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Being diagnosed with oesophageal cancer is life changing and takes an enormous toll on your body and mind. Ensuring the patient is set up for success post surgery requires a team of experts. One of those experts is Lisa Murnane - Senior Dietician at Alfred Health. In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, I chat to Lisa about the role a Dietician plays in patient care, specifically around those undergoing an esophagectomy.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Dietician

Hugh van Cuylenburg is Founder of The Resilience Project and co-host of The Imperfects Podcast.

The Resilience Project delivers emotionally engaging programs to schools, sports clubs and businesses, providing practical, evidence-based mental health strategies to build resilience and happiness.

Hugh joins me to discuss how you can look after yourself when the sun is shining, but also when trauma hits.

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Hugh van Cuylenburg is Founder of The Resilience Project and co-host of The Imperfects Podcast. The Resilience Project delivers emotionally engaging programs to schools, sports clubs and businesses, providing practical, evidence-based mental health strategies to build resilience and happiness. Hugh joins me to discuss how you can look after yourself when the sun is shining, but also when trauma hits.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Mindset

For Briony Benjamin, life was going along pretty well.

That was until at the age of 31, when Briony was diagnosed with advanced stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma.

Going through cancer treatment was life changing, so Briony wrote a book about it.

In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast I speak to Briony Benjamin, author of Life is tough but so are you.

There was so much I took out of this book, so I couldn't wait to chat to Briony and dive deeper into her experience of the aftershock of a cancer diagnosis.

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For Briony Benjamin, life was going along pretty well. That was until at the age of 31, when Briony was diagnosed with advanced stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma. Going through cancer treatment was life changing, so Briony wrote a book about it. In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast I speak to Briony Benjamin, author of Life is tough but so are you. There was so much I took out of this book, so I couldn't wait to chat to Briony and dive deeper into her experience of the aftershock of a cancer diagnosis.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Unexpected Turn

A child being diagnosed with cancer is a beyond devastating and disrupting time in their lives. It's not just the patient but their parents who are overwhelmed with information and meeting various staff of the hospital. Thankfully people like Suzie exist.


In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, I speak to Suzie Alev, who is a teacher in the Cancer Centre at the Monash Children's Hospital in Melbourne. I didn't know this role existed, and was so excited to chat to Suzie about the role she plays in a cancer patient's life.

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A child being diagnosed with cancer is a beyond devastating and disrupting time in their lives. It's not just the patient but their parents who are overwhelmed with information and meeting various staff of the hospital. Thankfully people like Suzie exist. In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, I speak to Suzie Alev, who is a teacher in the Cancer Centre at the Monash Children's Hospital in Melbourne. I didn't know this role existed, and was so excited to chat to Suzie about the role she plays in a cancer patient's life.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Teacher

In 2016 I had the pleasure of working with Scott Bennett. He was my manager and quickly became a mentor and someone for me to look up to. One morning, we went into a team meeting and Scott wasn't there. We had no idea why Scott had not turned up to work and later found out he was in hospital after having had a seizure in the shower. After numerous tests, Scott was later diagnosed with brain cancer. In true Scott style, he got on and lived his life with his beautiful wife Jess and their 2 kids, Henry and Sadie. Scott wanted to tell his story so we organised to record an episode of The Aftershock Podcast together in September last year. Devastatingly, Scott's health took a turn and he passed away before we got the chance to record.

In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, we speak to Scott's wife Jess. Jess shares with us Scott's incredible story, his approach to his diagnosis and how they handled the conversation with their 2 young kids.

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In 2016 I had the pleasure of working with Scott Bennett. He was my manager and quickly became a mentor and someone for me to look up to. One morning, we went into a team meeting and Scott wasn't there. We had no idea why Scott had not turned up to work and later found out he was in hospital after having had a seizure in the shower. After numerous tests, Scott was later diagnosed with brain cancer. In true Scott style, he got on and lived his life with his beautiful wife Jess and their 2 kids, Henry and Sadie. Scott wanted to tell his story so we organised to record an episode of The Aftershock Podcast together in September last year. Devastatingly, Scott's health took a turn and he passed away before we got the chance to record. In this episode of The Aftershock Podcast, we speak to Scott's wife Jess. Jess shares with us Scott's incredible story, his approach to his diagnosis and how they handled the conversation with their 2 young kids.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Father

Welcome to The Aftershock Podcast. We chat about cancer, the word you never want to hear. We speak to a variety of people that have experienced the ripple effect of a cancer diagnosis. Join us as we explore stories of lost loved ones, and speak to the those that have lived experienced with the disease. Hosted by Suz Neate & Kim Landy who both lost their mothers far too young to the insidious disease. The Aftershock is a NFP organisation that raises funds and awareness for high mortality rate cancers. For more information, visit www.theaftershock.org.

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