Coffee Cancer & Cocktails

Coffee Cancer & Cocktails

Follow along with Jon & Pam Baker as they navigate life after Jon's diagnosis of glioblastoma - a particularly aggressive form of brain cancer. Each episode features life in real time including all of the messy, perfectly imperfect, sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking moments all while sipping coffee or cocktails. But, let's be honest....it's mostly cocktails. All episodes can be viewed on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@coffeecancerandcocktails

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May 20, 2025 12 mins

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grief, loss, glioblastoma, community, support, widowhood, planning, podcast, healing, family

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In this heartfelt conversation, Pam Baker reflects on her journey of grief following the loss of her husband, Jon, who battled glioblastoma. She shares the challenges of navigating life after his passing, the importance of community support, and her initiatives to help others dealing...

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New Year, medical updates, treatment options, polio trial, health journey, decision making, brain tumor, cancer treatment, family support, personal reflections

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In this conversation, Pam Baker reflects on Jon's recent health journey, including updates on his medical condition and the decisions surrounding his treatment options. She discusses the emotional and logistical ...

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health, cancer, treatment, MRI, personal experience, emotional support, medical insights, wellness, community, caregiving

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In this conversation, Pam Baker shares her personal journey through health challenges, particularly focusing on her experiences with cancer treatment and the emotional rollercoaster that accompanies it. The discussion covers technical aspects of their liv...

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May 20, 2025 11 mins

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family, health, community, support, personal stories, caregiving, cancer, resilience, life challenges, mental health

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In this candid conversation, Pam Baker shares the ups and downs of her family's life over the past year, including dealing with health challenges, the importance of community support, and reflections on personal growth. The discussion highlights the every...

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Cystic Fibrosis, Glioblastoma, Trikafta, Cancer Journey, Immunotherapy, MRI Results, Community Support, Health Updates, Family, Positivity

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In this conversation, Pam Baker shares updates on her family's journey with cystic fibrosis and glioblastoma. She discusses the recent approval of the drug Trikafta for cystic fibrosis, the challenges faced during her husband's ...

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health updates, cancer journey, mental health, lifestyle changes, community support, personal growth, nutrition, humor, technology trends, reconnecting

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In this conversation, Pam Baker shares her journey of reconnecting with her audience after a hiatus, providing updates on Jon's health and chemotherapy regimen. She discusses the importance of mental health, lifestyle ch...

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health updates, brain cancer, personal stories, research, family, anniversaries, reflections, wellness, community support, resilience

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In this conversation, Pam Baker shares personal updates about Jon's health, including recent scans and treatments related to brain cancer. She discusses a fascinating conversation with a doctor about advancements in brain cancer research,...

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It's been a year since the tumor was discovered....Jon shares his thoughts.


Youtube video:  https://youtu.be/TANf5nxe-TA

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May 20, 2025 20 mins

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flight, adventure, immunotherapy, safety, pilot, Duke, experience, travel

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Pam & Jon share their experience of flying to Duke for immunotherapy, highlighting the excitement and safety measures involved in the flight. The conversation covers the pre-flight preparations, the role of the pilot, and the overall adventure of flying in a small plane.

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Easter, family, spring, personal growth, health updates, cancer journey, community, intentions, future plans, well wishes

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In this heartfelt conversation, Pam Baker reflects on Easter celebrations, the beauty of spring, and the importance of personal growth. She shares updates on her health journey, discusses the impact of community support, and expresses intentions for peace...

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May 20, 2025 3 mins

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Jess joins Jon for his MRI reading and results at Duke.  


Youtube video link:  https://youtu.be/_eyaAAp9A6U

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health, chemo, nutrition, travel, life updates, cancer journey, Angel Flight, dietary changes, wellness, personal stories

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In this conversation, Pam and Jon Baker share updates on his health journey, focusing on Jon's return to chemotherapy and the dietary changes they are implementing to support his health. They discuss the challenges of managing treatment logistics, in...

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MRI, health updates, family news, treatment plan, celebrations

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In this conversation, Pam Baker shares her experiences surrounding a significant day that includes an MRI appointment and the subsequent results. The discussion highlights the positive outcomes of the MRI, the adjustments in treatment plans, and joyful family updates, culminating in a celebration of good news and...

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car accident, recovery, health updates, surgery, physical therapy, personal journey, resilience, medical challenges, family support, emotional journey

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In this conversation, Pam Baker shares a deeply personal account of her husband Jon's serious car accident, the subsequent medical challenges, and their journey through recovery. They discuss the emotional and physical to...

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health, mental health, cancer treatment, personal stories, coping strategies, family, emergency situations, hospital experiences, emotional support, resilience, cancer, glioblastoma, treatment, recovery, hope, Avastin, alternative medicine, emotional journey, family support, resilience

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In this episode, Pam Baker shares a deeply personal journey through health challenges, exp...

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health, steroids, emotions, relationships, cancer, joy, positivity, mental health, family, support

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In this conversation, Pam Baker shares her experiences and updates on Jon's health journey, particularly focusing on the effects of steroids on his emotions and relationships. The discussion highlights the challenges of navigating family dynamics during health crises, the ...

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health updates, MRI results, medical equipment, seizures, headaches, treatment plans, clinical trials, emotional toll, family dynamics, transparency

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In this conversation, Pam Baker shares a candid update on her husband Jon's health journey, discussing recent MRI results, challenges with medical equipment, and the emotional toll of navigating treatment options. They expl...

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medical challenges, family dynamics, treatment options, clinical trials, emotional toll, communication, new medications, coping mechanisms, support, optimism

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In this conversation, Pam Baker discusses the ongoing medical challenges faced by her husband, the emotional toll on their family, and the importance of communication and support during difficult times. They explore var...

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health updates, clinical trials, personal stories, medical journey, relationships, resilience, family dynamics, emergency response, life challenges, coping strategies

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In this conversation, Pam & Jon discuss their recent life updates, focusing on medical challenges, personal experiences, and the dynamics of their relationship. They share insights into the difficulties of ...

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May 16, 2025 40 mins

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health updates, cancer journey, clinical trials, MRI results, family support, mental health, YouTube channel, nanotechnology, cancer research, treatment options

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In this conversation, Pam & Jon share updates on his health journey, including recent MRI results and treatment options. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of navigating cancer treatment, the importance of...

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