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Now in its fifth season, with 49 episodes aired, Game On Glio was the first of its kind to create a media platform for telling the stories and journeys of those diagnosed with brain cancers such as Glioblastoma. Expanding on its original platform, this show shines a light on grief and loss, brain cancer education and stories, and provides inspiration, hope, and second chances! Guests include caregivers, scientists, therapists, patients, widows(ers), non-profits, relationship experts, well known personalities, and authors. The mission of this show is to find a way to give a voice to those that need it most, bring education and advocacy to brain cancers, grief and loss, and to tell stories in the most unique way. There’s always hope! Host--Shannon (S.M.) Traphagen **Disclaimer-this podcast is not a medical podcast. It is designed to offer guidance and information, tell stories, offer hope, and advocate for those dealing with these topics. While medical experts are on the show, questions regarding your medical care should be directed to your primary care doctor or contact the resources on the website to obtain further information. Copyright- Shannon Traphagen Write Life Media Marketing LLC
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Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
We all know the difficult trials that come with being diagnosed with brain cancer. But imagine starting the journey with one parent battling the same disease and the other passing away suddenly....
After 13 years living with brain cancer, Jenny Williams is a beacon of hope for others and has a brave message she shares with all who will listen.
*background music courtesy of Jameson Nathan Jones, and Pete James Johnson.*
Monday Sep 27, 2021
Monday Sep 27, 2021
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Thursday Aug 26, 2021
Thursday Aug 26, 2021
Matt Anthony is Head For The Cure Founder and Board President. His journey with the foundation started when his brother Chris was diagnosed with GBM 19 years ago. Upon his passing, he and Matt made a promise to each other--"To keep the fight going." Matt kept that promise and then some.
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Friday Aug 20, 2021
Friday Aug 20, 2021
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Thursday Jul 29, 2021
Thursday Jul 29, 2021
Our guest this month, Katie Schwartzmeyer-Stearns, shares her amazing story and love with her late husband Jesse, who passed away from GBM at the age of 42. Remarried, she tells of the extraordinary miracle, with the support of her husband John, that keeps Jesse's memory alive today.
Monday Jul 19, 2021
Monday Jul 19, 2021
In Episode 4 of Game On Glio podcast our host Shannon Traphagen interviews caregiver Katie SchwartzMeyer Sterns.
Thursday Jun 24, 2021
Thursday Jun 24, 2021
An early clinical trial found that a spherical nucleic acid drug developed at Northwestern kills tumor cells in people with the fatal brain cancer glioblastoma. This is the first time a nanotherapeutic has been shown to cross the blood-brain barrier and cause cell death. Lead investigator Priya Kumthekar, MD, explains the results of the study, what's next, and why clinical trials are so vital in finding ways to combat brain cancer.
Thursday May 27, 2021
Thursday May 27, 2021
Patient and GBM thriver DJ Stewart shares his motto on having GBM, his recent achievement, and future hopes.
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Thursday Apr 29, 2021
Thursday Apr 29, 2021
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Saturday Apr 24, 2021
Saturday Apr 24, 2021
Meet our host Shannon Traphagen and find out what this podcast is all about!