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2. Sage Wilder: Diagnosed with ALL at 22
47:18||Season 3, Ep. 2Join us as we talk to Sage Wilder.At just 22 years old, Sage was living an active life playing high level football and working in construction when severe pain and unexplained symptoms led to a shock diagnosis — acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL). Within hours, his life changed completely.What followed was intensive chemotherapy, a stem cell transplant from his father, and a battle that tested not just his body, but his mindset.Today Sage is in remission, he is a husband, a father, and passionate about helping others find strength through movement and mindset during cancer.This is a powerful and honest conversation about facing an acute lymphoblastic leukaemia diagnosis at 22, enduring intensive treatment, and creating a meaningful life grounded in family, resilience, and purpose.Some resources below:https://www.leukaemia.org.au/https://www.worldsgreatestshave.com/https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/acute-lymphoblastic-leukaemia/https://arrow.org.au/
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1. Season 3: We Are Back
24:25||Season 3, Ep. 1Nikki and Sam are back with the first episode of Season 3!We catch up on life, share what’s been going on, and get excited about all the amazing things to come this season.Bonus Recap 3: Recent Events
24:40|In this bonus recap episode, we catch up on all the recent events - from the McGrath Foundation’s 20 year anniversary breakfast and La Roche Posay’s 50 year celebration to SXSW and the Rare Cancers Australia Long Lunch. It’s been a busy few months filled with connection, purpose, and plenty of in person catch ups with past podcast guests.Special mentions to:McGrath Foundation - https://www.mcgrathfoundation.com.au/La Roche Posay - https://www.laroche-posay.com.au/Skin Check Champions - https://skincheckchampions.com/Rare Cancers Australia - https://www.rarecancers.org.au/Mummy's Wish - https://www.mummyswish.org.au/Bonus Recap 2: Nikki’s Wedding
17:58|In this bonus recap episode, Nikki shares all about the lead up to her wedding - from her amazing hens to an unexpected challenge when her dad needed gallbladder surgery just after arriving from the UK. She reflects on the celebrations with Nick and their loved ones in Fiji, and the moments that made it all so special. Special mentions to:Royal North Shore Hospital - https://www.nslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/RNSH/Pages/default.aspxSofitel Fiji - https://www.sofitel-fiji.com/Virgin Australia - https://www.virginaustralia.com/au/en/Kendell Tyne Photography - https://www.kendelltynephotography.com/Moira Hughes Bridal (Wedding Dress) - https://moirahughes.com.au/Faika Karim (Wedding Eve Dress) - https://www.instagram.com/faikacollection/?hl=enLaher (Rings) - https://laher.co/MJ Bale (Suits) - https://www.mjbale.com/Country Road (Boys Outfits) - https://www.countryroad.com.au/William Lee (DJ) - https://www.instagram.com/djwillfj/?hl=enBonus Recap 1: Sam’s Surgery & Recovery
22:15|In this episode, Sam talks about the surgery she had back in July - a right capsulectomy and bilateral autologous fat grafting (a procedure to remove the capsule, or thickened scar tissue, around a breast implant). She shares what the experience was like, from surgery and recovery through to follow-up. Special mentions to:Dr Samriti Sood - https://www.drsamsood.com.au/Northern Beaches Breast Clinic - https://www.nbbreastclinic.com.au/Northern Beaches Hospital - https://northernbeacheshospital.com.au/11. Season Two: That's a Wrap
25:03||Season 2, Ep. 11THATS A WRAP!We just turned one and this is our final episode of Season 2, we can't believe it.We sat down side by side for a quick wrap-up before life takes us in two very different directions (for now!). Nikki is off to get married in beautiful Fiji, and Sam is preparing for her second breast surgery and the recovery that follows.We touch on what is going on for us right now and take a moment to thank you – our amazing listeners – for coming along on the ride with us.We’ll be back soon with Season 3, ready to dive into more stories, share more experiences, and open up the conversation around whatever you want to hear. Until then, take care and don’t forget to reach out with any topics or voices you want us to explore next.10. Dr Samriti Sood: The Heart Behind the Scalpel
50:10||Season 2, Ep. 10Join us as we talk to Dr Samriti (Sam) Sood.Samriti Sood is a breast oncoplastic and general surgeon, mum of three, and a vital part of the multidisciplinary team that supported co-host Sam through her own breast cancer journey.Dr Sood shares insight into her personal life - from moving from India to Sydney, early conversations with her parents about cancer and when she realised she was destined to become a surgeon. With cancer always lingering in her thoughts, she was driven to make a difference, and found her purpose in breast surgery.We explore the types of surgery she loves most, how she unwinds after a big day, and what fuels her unwavering passion for her work. It’s an open and heartfelt conversation that highlights the powerful impact of compassionate, expert care.LINKShttps://www.drsamsood.com.au/https://thebigcpodcast.com/