I'm Still Here: Real Conversations About Living with Metastatic Breast Cancer
Episodes
Episode 76: Springing Forward!
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with Stage IV (Metastatic) Breast Cancer in 1998 at age 26. Heather has live...
Episode 75: Who Is Heather? Career Interview
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with Stage IV (Metastatic) Breast Cancer in 1998 at age 26. Heather has live...
Episode 74: Monday Momentum Sick
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday! Did you miss us? I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with Stage IV (Metastatic) Breast Cancer in 1...
Episode 73: Most Often Asked Questions
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back pod people! In this episode we answer the questions that I get the most. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heathe...
Episode 72: Monday Momentum It's Okay to Rest
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Monday! Tired? It's okay to rest and relax. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with Stage IV (Metastatic)...
Episode 71: Exercise and Cancer
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Exercise, love it or hate it, you should probably do it, even with cancer. Let's discuss... I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heathe...
Episode 70: Monday Momentum What A Week
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Monday! This week we are talking about getting through crazy weeks with going crazy. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. H...
Episode 69: Why Not Me?
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why not me? Let's talk about it. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with Stage IV (Metastatic) Breast Can...
Episode 68: Monday Momentum Get Outside
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Monday! This week we are talking resolutions and getting outside. Do you want to join us? I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and La...
Episode 67: More than Living, Seeking Pleasure
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the idea that people with cancer should be happy with being alive and call it good. However, there is more to it, this e...
Episode 66: Monday Momentum Joy
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's Monday again! This week's Monday Momentum talks about creating a list of things that bring you joy. What would be on yours? I'm Still Here ...
Episode 65: Let's Talk About Food
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome back Christy to talk about ways to incorporate healthier food. Christy dove head first in to all the changes we made initially an...
Episode 64: Monday Momentum, Pick a Song
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Monday! Let's make a playlist to get you going! I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with Stage IV (M...
Episode 63: What I Wanted to Hear
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to I'm Still Here! On this episode we talk about the things I heard that gave me hope, and the things that I wanted to hear, but didn't. ...
Episode 62: Monday Momentum Ring the Bell
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Momentum! Today we talk about ringing the bell, or not. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with St...
Episode 61: Hope
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are talking about hope and the role it plays in living with cancer. We believe that false hope is a myth and that having hope is imperati...
Episode 60: Monday Momentum New Socks
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Momentum! How's your January going? I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with Stage IV (Metastatic) ...
Episode 59: Monday Momentum, It's Not a Race
01 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy New Year! Pace yourselves as you reach for new goals and take some time this week to catch up on a podcast you haven't heard this week. We will ...
Episode 58: Kids and Cancer, How our family helped
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a response to a question from a listener asking how we dealt with having a child and cancer at the same time. We probably aren't the b...
Episode 57: Monday Momentum Rest and Recharge
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I'm Still Here is coming to you from the road this week to talk to you about rest and recharging. We won't keep you long this week so you can start do...
Episode 56: Part 2 Dr. Merajver New Treatments
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back for the second part of our talk with Dr. Merajver where we discuss new treatments and other things. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather a...
Episode 55: Monday Momentum Cancerversary
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Momentum! Let's celebrate! I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with Stage IV (Metastatic) Breast Cancer i...
Episode 54: Meet Dr. Merajver, my Oncologist Part 1
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk with Dr. Sofia Merajver, my oncologist from the University of Michigan. Don't miss this episode and come back next week for pa...
Episode 53: Monday Momentum Keep Going
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Monday, Monday! You can do it! This week we talk about keeping on. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed wit...
Episode 52: Doctor Perspective with My Brother Troy
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Don't miss this talk with my brother Troy, a doctor. We talk about statistics and what they don't tell us, and discuss how having cancer has impacted ...
Episode 51: Monday Momentum Accountability
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Monday! Just checking in to see how you did on setting a goal and provide a little accountability. Be sure to leave us a comment with your goal!...
Episode 50: Longevity and Long Term Side Effects
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our 50th podcast episode!! Today we talk about the long term effects of some of the drugs Heather has taken and the ways her thought process has chang...
Episode 49: Monday Momentum 30 Days
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Monday Momentum, Larry and Heather talk about using the time between now and Christmas to take care of yourself. I'm Still Here is hoste...
Episode 48: Chris and Katie return Living with Mets, Dealing with Fear
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Stark and Katie Edick join Heather to talk about living with metastatic disease, and managing fear over time. This is an honest conversation ful...
Episode 47: Monday Momentum Holidays
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Monday Momentum we talk about expectations for the holidays, they are what you make them. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry...
Episode 46: Testing 101
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather describes all the different tests that she has done over the years and what to expect for each of them. I'm Still Here i...
Episode 45: Monday Momentum: Connect
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Monday again! Connect with someone this week! I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with Stage IV (Metastatic) Bre...
Episode 44: Talking to You Inspires Me
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In tis episode Larry and Heather talk about how Heather has felt about talking with people with cancer over the years. I'm Still Here is hosted by Hea...
Episode 43: Monday Momentum Time Changes
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Monday Momentum Larry and Heather talk about how falling back impacts them and a few tips to deal with the darkness. I'm Still Here is h...
Episode 42: 9 Ways Cancer Has Changed Me
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In tis episode Larry and Heather talk about the impact of cancer and how it has changed Heather for better and worse. I'm Still Here is hosted b...
Episode 41: Monday Momentum Generosity
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Monday! This week Heather and Larry talk about being generous as we start November. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather ...
Episode 40: Waiting for a Diagnosis
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about waiting for a diagnosis and advocating to move things along in healthcare. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and...
Episode 39: Monday Momentum Don't Take it for Granted
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's Monday Momentum we remember to count the good things. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was diagnosed with ...
Episode 38: Love and Cancer
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Larry and Heather take you back to before the cancer to talk about how we met and how cancer has impacted our relationship. I'm Still Here is ho...
Episode 37 Monday Momentum: Countdowns
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Monday Momentum! This week we talk about looking forward to the next thing and how we do it. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose....
Episode 36: Does Anyone Understand MBC
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Episode Larry and Heather talk about the feelings of isolation and anger related to MBC and Breast Cancer Awareness month specifically. ...
Episode 35 Monday Momentum: Get Your Medicine
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Monday Momentum is a friendly reminder to make the appointments that you have been putting off. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather ...
Episode 34: Progression
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk about progression and how it is a part of the metastatic diagnosis. While not an easy topic, it's needed.  ...
Episode 33: Monday Momentum Stress is Normal
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Monday! In this Monday Momentum we talk about stress being a part of life, but we can choose how to handle it. I'm Still Here is hosted by...
Episode 32: Meet Chris Living w Mets, Dealing w Progression
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Chris Stark joins Heather to tell her story and talk about dealing with progression as well as her mantra Get Bust Living. I'm ...
Episode 31: Monday Momentum If You Want Something
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Monday Momentum Heather and Larry talk about how getting a different result comes from doing something different. I'm Still Here is host...
Episode 30: Food is Fuel?
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather and Larry talk about food and the role it can play in cancer treatment and beyond. They also discuss the mindset needed to use...
Episode 29: Monday Momentum Look for Joy
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Monday Momentum Larry and Heather talk about looking for joy. If you look, you will find it, that's how our brains work. I'm Still Here ...
Episode 28: Perspective from Having Cancer
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather and Larry discuss the how having cancer haas changed our perspective and dying. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and ...
Episode 27 Monday Momentum Be Good to Yourself
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week's Monday Momentum discusses being good to yourself and how we can do that consistently. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry ...
Episode 26: October is Coming so is the Pink
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather and Larry discuss the machine that is Breast Cancer Awareness, and all the feelings it brings. From pinkwashing to sexualizing...
Episode 25: Monday Momentum Just Keep Swimming
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week's edition of Monday Momentum talks about moving forward despite challenges. Join Larry and Heather as they kick off another Monday. I'm Stil...
Episode 24 Meet Kara, Genetic Counselor
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather talks with Kara Milliron, a genetic counselor at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center. I'm Still Here is hoste...
Episode 23 Monday Momentum Courage Doesn't Always Roar
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this Monday momentum Heather and Larry talk about what courage actually looks like. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Larry Jose. Heather was...
Episode 22 Healthcare Providers Impact us as Patients
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk about the importance of healthcare provider's actions and words, advocating for yourself as a patient, and the ...
Episode 21: Monday Momentum Find Your Why
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Monday Momentum Larry and Heather discuss Finding Your Way and reveal the changes happening at the Jose Household. I'm Still ...
Episode 20 Meet Sydney, our daughter
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk with their daughter Sydney, discussing the impact of cancer on her. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and Lar...
Episode 19 Monday Momentum: Changes
15 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In our second Monday Momentum, Larry and Heather talk about changes in life, and how we feel about them. I'm Still Here is hosted by Heather and...
Episode 18: Ty Tells His Story
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather and Larry are joined by their son Ty, who shares his story and thoughts on cancer and his life. I'm Still Here is hosted...
Episode 17 Monday Momentum: MEDS
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Introducing Monday Momentum, a short podcast to get your week started right. In this episode Larry and Heather discuss taking your daily MEDS. Meditat...
Episode 16: Setting Goals with Cancer
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk about picking a big goal and how to set little goals to reach it. Heather's first big goal was that she would s...
Episode 15: Meet Katie, Living with Breast Cancer
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Heather talks to Katie Edick, also living with MBC. They discuss talking with her kids, how she found out, and many other things.&nbs...
Episode 14: The Cost of Cancer to Career, Finances, Etc
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather and Larry talk about how metastatic breast cancer sidelined Heather's career and the impact it has had on their finances, amon...
Episode 13: Larry's Thoughts on Being a Caregiver
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Heather turns the table on Larry in this episode to discuss what it feels like to be a caregiver and how he approached it. I'm Still Here is hos...
Episode 12: Meet Christy, How She Helped Me Through Cancer
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather talks to her best friend Christy about the ways they navigated cancer together and how it impacted their lives. I'm Stil...
Episode 11 What Can I Control?
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather and Larry talk about how so many things with cancer seem out of their control and how they focused on the things that they cou...
Episode 10: Let's Talk about Sex
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk about Heather how cancer affected their sex life and how they have dealt with it over the years. I'm Stil...
Episode 9: Body Image
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk about Heather how cancer effected Heather's body image and they discuss some of the ways they have addressed it...
Episode 8: Our Family and How Cancer Impacted It
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk about Heather how cancer effected their ability to have more biological children and the adoption process. They...
Episode 7: Between Two Worlds Cancer/Reality
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk about Heather how it feels to live in the world of cancer and the rest of her life, how the two collide, and ho...
Episode 6: Medical Focus for Metastatic Breast Cancer
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk about Heather communicated with her healthcare team and other choices she made regarding medical care. I'...
Episode 5: Focus on Spirituality with Metastatic Breast Cancer
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Larry and Heather talk about how a spiritual practice played a role in Heather's daily life and how the community of faith helped and ...
Episode 4: Focus on Physical for Metastatic Breast Cancer
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather and Larry talk about the way Heather incorporated nutrition, exercise and rest into her routines to help build a strong body t...
Episode 3: Focusing on Mental Aspects of Metastatic Breast Cancer
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Heather and Larry Jose will discuss the many mental aspects that Heather employed to deal with stage IV cancer. From Heather's little ...
BONUS EPISODE Heather is 50!
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about how we feel about growing older and what birthdays mean to us. We also introduce our dogs, Ivy and Elly. Short and sweet...
Episode 2: Wrapping My Head Around Metastatic Breast Cancer
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Heather and Larry talk about the early days after learning that Heather had stage IV cancer and how she began to deal with the negative thoughts, the ...
Episode 1: The Diagnosis, Metastatic Breast Cancer
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our podcast! In this first episode we will introduce ourselves, and tell you a little about who we are. We will also discuss how Heather le...