Besties with Breasties Podcast

Besties with Breasties Podcast

Besties with Breasties is for anyone facing breast cancer who feels isolated, overwhelmed, or simply in need of a friend who understands. Hosted by Beth Wilmes, founder of Faith Through Fire, along with survivors Jess Anderson and Jamie Grieshaber, this podcast offers honest conversations, heartfelt validation, and a healthy dose of humor. Together, the hosts share their personal experiences with breast cancer, motherhood, and life after treatment — reminding listeners they’re not alone and that thriving after diagnosis is possible. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years into survivorship, you’ll find connection, hope, and the kind of friendship that heals. Podcast Website: https://www.bestieswithbreastiespodcast.com

Episodes

December 24, 2025 34 mins

Hormone therapy is one of the most important—and challenging—parts of life after breast cancer. In this episode of Besties with Breasties, hosts Beth Wilmes and Jess Anderson welcome Dr. Katherine Clifton, board-certified medical oncologist at Washington University School of Medicine, for an in-depth conversation on hormone suppression therapy and survivorship.

This episode breaks down what breast cancer survivors need to know about...

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In this inspiring episode of Besties with Breasties, Beth and co-host sit down with Michelle, a young mom who faced the shock of an early breast cancer diagnosis and the unexpected emotional toll of a later recurrence. Michelle opens up about the fears, identity shifts, and challenges of navigating motherhood through treatment—sharing what it’s really like to balance caring for your children while trying to care for yourself.

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In this powerful episode, hosts Beth Wilmes and Jess open up about one of the most common—and least discussed—challenges breast cancer survivors face: the fear of recurrence. From the emotional weight of scanxiety to the subtle ways anxiety influences daily life, they break down what this fear really looks like and why it’s so normal.

Beth and Jess share their personal stories, discuss how recurrence anxiety shows up in thoughts and...

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In this deeply moving episode of Besties with Breasties, hosts Beth, Jamie and special guest Pastor Patti Kirkland, explore one of life’s most profound topics — death, faith, and the Christian belief in eternal life.

With honesty and compassion, Pastor Patti shares how her personal experiences with grief and loss have shaped her understanding of hope, eternity, and God’s promises. Togethe...

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What does it really mean to take personal responsibility after cancer — and how do you do it without guilt or shame?

In this honest and empowering episode of the Besties with Breasties Podcast, hosts Beth and Jessica, unpack what “taking control” looks like after treatment.

They dive into how trauma shapes us, what we can and can’t control, and how mindset, discipline, and grace work together in healing. It’s a conversation about sel...

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Weight Gain After Breast Cancer: Hormones, GLP-1s, & Real Talk on Survivorship

Weight gain after breast cancer is real — and rarely talked about. In this honest and empowering episode of the Besties with Breasties Podcast, hosts Beth Wilmes and Jamie Grieshaber break down the physical, emotional, and hormonal changes that make post-treatment weight management so challenging.

They share personal stories, expert insights, and pract...

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Women’s Health Unlocked: Cycle Syncing & Nervous System Balance

Welcome to another empowering episode of the Besties with Breasties Podcast! Hosts Beth Wilmes and Jamie Grieshaber are joined by fitness expert and functional nutritionist Natali Kummer to dive deep into cycle syncing, nervous system regulation, and holistic women’s wellness.


In this conversation, you’ll learn how to:

-Sync your workouts with your menstrual cycle...

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Empowered Movement: Exercise, Menopause, and Thriving After Cancer

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast! Hosts Beth Wilmes(author, nonprofit founder) and Jamie Grieshaber, are joined by special guest Leeny Hoffman, a certified menopause fitness and health coach. Together, they explore how women can use movement to feel stronger, more energized, and more empowered during menopause and beyond.

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Menopause Made Manageable: Small Tweaks for Massive Impact

Welcome to another episode of Besties with Breasties Podcast! Hosts Beth Wilmes (author, speaker, and founder of Faith Through Fire) and Jamie Grieshaber, dive deep into the realities of menopause, midlife, and thriving after breast cancer. This episode features Jen Schroer, RN, NBC-HWC, a board-certified nurse coach and founder of Clarity Health and Wellness Coaching. After...

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast! Hosts Beth Wilmes and Jamie Grieshaber are joined by special guest Kelly Burke, founder of Career Slay, to discuss the journey of career transformation after a breast cancer diagnosis. Kelly shares her powerful story of being diagnosed at 29 while pregnant, navigating treatment during the pandemic, and ultimately finding new purpose and joy in her work.

Whet...

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Creating a Motivation Mindset: Exercise as Self-Care with Dr. Michelle Segar

In this episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast, host Beth Wilmes, founder of Faith Through Fire, and co-host Jamie Grieshaber, talk about their personal experiences and relationship with exercise. They welcome Dr. Michelle Segar, a behavioral sustainability scientist, health coach, and author of the bestselling book 'No Sweat,' to discuss how to refr...

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Navigating Boundaries Post-Breast Cancer with Henry Amar | Besties with Breasties Podcast Join hosts Sarah Hall and Beth Wilmes in this insightful episode of Besties with Breasty as they explore the importance of setting healthy boundaries. Special guest Henry Amar, a renowned life strategist and TED speaker, shares his wisdom on fear-based versus love-based boundaries and how to find the balance that leads to an empowered and aut...
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S5E23: Empowered Healing: Bridging Traditional and Integrative Cancer Care by Beth Wilmes & Sarah Hall
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Empowering Your Kids to Overcome Health Challenges | Besties with Besties Podcast In this episode of the Besties with Besties podcast, hosts Sarah Hall and Beth Willis, both breast cancer survivors and advocates for healthy living, delve into the topic of children's health and wellness. They discuss the alarming rise in chronic illnesses among kids, the factors contributing to this epidemic, and how parents can lead by example to ...
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Besties with Breasties: Alcohol, Cancer Survivorship, and Healthy Lifestyles In this episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast, hosts Sarah Hall, a certified health and wellness coach, and Beth Wilmes, founder of the nonprofit Faith Through Fire, discuss their personal experiences with alcohol consumption post-breast cancer diagnosis. They delve into the rise of alcohol dependence among middle-aged individuals, particularly ca...
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In this episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast, hosts Sarah Hall, a certified health and wellness coach, and Beth Willis, founder of Faith Through Fire, discuss mindful eating and the impact of sugar on health with guest Jenna Meyer, a registered nurse and integrative nutritional health coach. They explore the effects of sugar on the body, the significant risks of excessive consumption, and practical strategies for reducing ...
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In this episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast, co-hosts Sarah Hall and Beth Wilmes, founder of the nonprofit Faith Through Fire, delve into the topic of vulnerability. They are joined by Kara, a member of Faith Through Fire, who shares her journey with breast cancer and subsequent mental health struggles. Kara discusses the challenges she faced, including hyper-vigilance and anxiety following her treatment, and the importan...
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In this heartfelt and hope-filled episode of Besties with Breasties Podcast, hosts Sarah Hall and Beth Wilmes sit down with Stephanie Girard, a breast cancer survivor with a story of transformation. Diagnosed with stage two lobular carcinoma, Stephanie didn’t just face cancer—she faced herself and asked the hard questions: What now? What’s next? Her answers led her down a new path, shifting her career toward counseling and diving h...
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In this episode, Sarah Hall and Beth Wilmes continue the discussion of topics around reducing recurrence/disease progression by introduce the topic of CTDNA testing, also known as liquid biopsy. They explain how this test measures small fragments of cancer DNA in the blood and its potential benefits and limitations. The conversation includes insights from Dr. Cynthia Ax, an integrative breast surgical oncologist, who shares her pe...
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Empowering Breast Cancer Survivors with Jessica Balladad: A Journey of Advocacy and Innovation In this episode of the Besties with Breasties podcast, hosts Sarah Hall and Beth Wilmes introduce Jessica Balladad, a six-year breast cancer survivor and creator of the 'Feel For Your Life' app. The app is a groundbreaking tool that helps women perform self-breast exams, track changes, and set reminders. Jessica shares her diagnosis jour...
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