CROC Podcast | For Cancer Survivors

CROC Podcast | For Cancer Survivors

The CROC Podcast is a regularly scheduled program hosted by Dr. Thomas Eanelli whose sole purpose is to support cancer survivors and their families who strive to “turn tragedy into triumph.” Welcome to the CROC Podcast… A Podcast for Cancer Survivors by Cancer Survivors. I look forward to our Journey…

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July 6, 2025 25 mins

Top Ten Reasons Why Cancer Survivors Don’t Take Vacation and Top 10 Reasons Why They Should

As we ease into the warmth and light of summer, our dreams and fantasies of packing up and getting “away from it all” begin to take form and come true. We make our plans without worry or consequence.

But our sacred and worthy Survivor/Thrivers, who not only deserve but also need this break, often pass on these life-affirming and necessary v...

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Savor Every Patient Encounter Like It’s Your Last We often preach about “Mindfulness” and “Living in the Moment” here on the CROC Podcast, but do we follow our own advice? I recently noticed a trend where I would be physically sitting in a room with a patient, but my mind was elsewhere. Sometimes I would be thinking about the next patient, my next task, or perhaps something unrelated to my job. That realization did not sit well ...

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Savor Every Patient Encounter Like It’s Your Last We often preach about “Mindfulness” and “Living in the Moment” here on the CROC Podcast, but do we follow our own advice? I recently noticed a trend where I would be physically sitting in a room with a patient, but my mind was elsewhere. Sometimes I would be thinking about the next patient, my next task, or perhaps something unrelated to my job. That realization did not sit well ...

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Savor Every Patient Encounter Like It’s Your Last We often preach about “Mindfulness” and “Living in the Moment” here on the CROC Podcast, but do we follow our own advice? I recently noticed a trend where I would be physically sitting in a room with a patient, but my mind was elsewhere. Sometimes I would be thinking about the next patient, my next task, or perhaps something unrelated to my job. That realization did not sit well ...

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Do You Realize the Trauma You Are Asking Your Staff to Endure? Did you ever ask yourself what type of person becomes a healthcare worker? What type of person has the capacity and ability to take care of sick people? This week, Angel and Dr. E explore exactly how special our healthcare team is and how we need to identify and recognize the amount of trauma that our coworkers and friends have to endure on behalf of our Surviv...
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For Whom The Bell Tolls The Bell Tolls For Thee As Cancer Providers, we labor tirelessly in supporting our survivors and thrivers, both through our treatments and our advocacy. In this advocacy, we offer hope, confidence, and peace. But how legitimate are our words when we haven’t had to experience the horror of cancer personally? This week, Angel and Dr E welcome friend and colleague David Garcia, who had to recently take a wa...

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May 25, 2025 3 mins

Today, we pause to pay tribute to all the brave men and women who have served and are still serving. God Bless You and God Bless America! 

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Croc Nation was honored to be a part of Navigating Cancer Together. Here is the episode that aired this past week Enjoy!

Talaya, On the Other Side|5/14/2025

Are you or a loved one facing a diagnosis of bladder cancer, melanoma, or skin cancer? Tune in to this essential episode of Navigating Cancer TOGETHER for expert guidance and compassionate insights. Join host Talaya Dendy as she welcomes back Dr. Thomas Eanelli, a highly respe...

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S5 Ep:192 Navigating the Uncertainties of Medicine Part II 

Welcome to another episode of the CROC Podcast, hosted by Dr. E and his spiritual warrior Angel. After a brief hiatus, we're diving into a heartfelt discussion about navigating life's uncertainties, particularly in the realm of medicine and cancer survivorship.

Dr. E catches up with Angel as they explore stories of resilience, courage, and the unpredictable nature of medic...

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I Believe in Miracles Part 3 In this final podcast of a triplet series, we are joined by one of our favorite Survivor/Thriver friends and colleagues, Talaya Dendy, who gives us an update on her Cancer Doula practice, podcast, and personal journey, as well as shares a story of hope and inspiration from one of her friends who was told that she only had six months to live; and that was approximately one decade ago!

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Navigating the Uncertainties of Medicine How to Embrace the Unknown in Your Survivorship Journey “I don’t know” is an answer you never want to hear come out of the mouth of your oncologist. Or is it? In this first part of a three-part podcast module, Angel and Dr. E explore the reality of uncertainty in medicine, define it, and begin embracing it and making it part of our Survivor/Thriver journey.

 

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March 30, 2025 30 mins
Financial Assistance 101 Not only do our Survivor/Thrivers have to endure the torment of their diagnosis and pain and side effects from treatment, but also the stress of trying to figure out just how to pay for the astronomical costs that go with it. This week Angel and Dr. E welcome friend and fellow board member Nick Lanza to go over where to find the many resources that are available but not known about. There is always help ...
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March 16, 2025 30 mins

The 8 Percent Rule Part 3 Here on the CROC Podcast, we constantly discuss the side effects of cancer treatments that complicate and diminish our courageous Survivors'/thriver's' journey. Angel and Dr. E will explore the following two podcasts from the patient's and provider's perspectives. Please join us! 

 

DescriptionCitizens Reunited to Overcome Cancer (CROC) is a grass roots cancer survivorship organization established in 1999...

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March 2, 2025 31 mins

The 8 Percent Rule Part 2 Here on the CROC Podcast, we constantly discuss the side effects of cancer treatments that complicate and diminish our courageous Survivors'/thriver's' journey. Angel and Dr. E will explore the following two podcasts from the patient's and provider's perspectives. Please join us! 

 

Citizens Reunited to Overcome Cancer (CROC) is a grass roots cancer survivorship organization established in 1999 whose sole...

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February 16, 2025 20 mins

The 8 Percent Rule Here on the CROC Podcast, we constantly discuss the side effects of cancer treatments that complicate and diminish our courageous Survivors'/thriver's' journey. Angel and Dr. E will explore the following two podcasts from the patient's and provider's perspectives. Please join us! 

 

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​Have Faith Let It Begin​ Sat 1/25/2025 9:26 AM     What Do You Do If You Don’t Like Your Patient As Oncology health professionals we not only revere and respect our Survivor/Thrivers but we also develop an interconnectedness; and may I dare say feelings of love. But just as we may love our family members, there are times we may not like them or at least not like their behaviors. It comes as no shock then that w...
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January 26, 2025 54 mins

What Is a Cancer Doula? Today, we are thrilled to be joined by Talaya Dendy, Cancer Thriver, pioneer and trailblazing Doula, and certified Survivor Advocate. If you are not uplifted and inspired by the end of this podcast, then you are not paying attention! https://www.ontheotherside.life/ @NCTpodcastfan Navigating Cancer TOGETHER https://www.ontheotherside.life/navigating-cancer-together-podcast If you would like to contribut...

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January 19, 2025 27 mins

I Believe in Miracles Part 3 In this final podcast of a triplet series, we are joined by one of our favorite Survivor/Thriver friends and colleagues, Talaya Dendy, who gives us an update on her Cancer Doula practice, podcast, and personal journey, as well as shares a story of hope and inspiration from one of her friends who was told that she only had six months to live; and that was approximately one decade ago!

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January 5, 2025 29 mins

I Believe In Miracles

On our last podcast of 2024, we told the story of Mary, a living, breathing testament that medical miracles do happen. The response we received was so positive and impactful that we decided that moving forward, the CROC Podcast would forever end the old year with a story of hope and start the new year likewise. On today’s podcast, we will tell the story of “Dee,” another brave Survivor/Thriver who was told she...

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Join Dr. E and Angel as they recount the extraordinary and inspiring journey of Mary  a true survivor. This Christmas special episode delves into Mary's battles with two of the most daunting cancers, exploring themes of hope, courage, and miraculous endurance. Despite overwhelming odds and dire prognoses, Mary defies the grim expectations, embodying strength and faith.

Reflect on the miracles of Christmas as Mary's story becomes a ...

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