The Cancer Professionals Podcast

By: Macmillan Cancer Support
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  • Summary

  • Do you work in cancer care? On this podcast, we interview a wide range of guests, including health and social care professionals, to lift the lid on current issues faced by the cancer workforce. Expect to hear discussions of clinical practice, personal experience and practical advice to improve your knowledge and skills in supporting people affected by cancer. New episodes are released on the first Wednesday of each month.

    The Cancer Professionals Podcast is brought to you by Macmillan Cancer Support. If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support.

    Disclaimer: The content and information in these episodes is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. All examples discussed in episodes are UK based and reflect UK health systems at the time of recording. No material within this series is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified and registered healthcare providers.
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Episodes
  • "I see you cancer, and I raise you the ocean"

    "I see you cancer, and I raise you the ocean"
    Feb 5 2025
    In this inspiring episode about cold-water swimming, we’re joined by Ellie Ricketts, a Macmillan Specialist Oncology Counsellor, and Nat Tarrab-Snooks, a lived experience expert. Together, they share the story behind an award-winning cold-water swimming project that has made waves in cancer support. Ellie discusses her motivation for creating the project, the challenges she overcame, and the transformative impact it has had on people living with cancer. Meanwhile, Nat offers her unique perspective as a participant, sharing how the practice has positively shaped her own journey.

    This episode provides an honest and uplifting look at the practice of cold-water swimming, showcasing the power of innovative approaches in supporting mental health and wellbeing for those affected by cancer.

    This series is brought to you by Macmillan Cancer Support. If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or The Macmillan education and training open community page for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support. 

    Links from the episode:
    Chill South Devon | Chill CIC - Cold Water Sessions
    www.facebook.com/chillsouthdevon/
    www.instagram.com/chillsouthdevon/

    Contact Ellie:
    ellie@chilluk.org
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Understanding agency: Alleviating suffering in cancer care

    Understanding agency: Alleviating suffering in cancer care
    Jan 1 2025
    In this episode we are joined by Dr. Jennifer Corns, senior lecturer in Philosophy at the University of Glasgow. We explain what we mean by ‘agency’ and how suffering can significantly disrupt a person's sense of control and autonomy. Jennifer explores how we can prioritise forms of agency to achieve person-centred care.

    Jennifer shares practical insights into minimising disruptions to agency and creating opportunities to enrich it, for people living with cancer.
    Through real-life examples and thought-provoking discussion, we bring these ideas to life and show how understanding and nurturing agency can transform the way we care.

    This series is brought to you by Macmillan Cancer Support. If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or The Macmillan education and training open community page for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support. 

    Please note: To access the course 'Understanding and enriching agency in palliative and end of life care' - which is discussed in detail during the episode, you will need to be signed up to The Macmillan Learning Hub. Visit Education and Training | Healthcare professionals | Macmillan Cancer Support and follow the instructions to sign up.
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    46 mins
  • Bonus episode: Reflections from professionals at the Macmillan Conference 2024

    Bonus episode: Reflections from professionals at the Macmillan Conference 2024
    Dec 18 2024
    In this special bonus episode, we take you inside the Macmillan Professionals Conference at the ICC in Newport, Wales. Join us as we chat with inspiring professionals who share their highlights and learnings from 2024, their vision for improving support for people living with cancer, and the exciting advancements they’re looking forward to in 2025.

    This series is brought to you by Macmillan Cancer Support. If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or The Macmillan education and training open community page for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support.
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    15 mins

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