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The Cancer Professionals Podcast

The Cancer Professionals Podcast

By: Macmillan Cancer Support
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Do you work in cancer care? On this podcast, we interview a wide range of guests, including health and social care professionals, to lift the lid on current issues faced by the cancer workforce. Expect to hear discussions of clinical practice, personal experience and practical advice to improve your knowledge and skills in supporting people affected by cancer. New episodes are released on the first Wednesday of each month.

The Cancer Professionals Podcast is brought to you by Macmillan Cancer Support. If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support.

Disclaimer: The content and information in these episodes is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. All examples covered in the episodes are based in the UK and reflect the UK health systems as they were at the time of recording. Listeners are reminded to always refer to their local policies and procedures to ensure they are following the guidelines of their workplace. No material within this series is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified and registered healthcare providers.Copyright Macmillan Cancer Support Hygiene & Healthy Living
Episodes
  • Larger bodies in radiography

    Larger bodies in radiography
    Jul 1 2026
    How can radiography and cancer care become more inclusive for people living in larger bodies?

    In this episode, Carolyn Graham shares her lived experience of radiography as a person living in a larger body, while Dr Amy Hancock, Director of Medical Imaging at the University of Exeter, explores the research behind the barriers many patients in larger bodies face when accessing healthcare. Together, we discuss weight stigma in healthcare, the impact of negative radiography experiences on cancer screening and diagnosis, and how simple changes in communication, equipment, and patient-centred care can improve outcomes. From providing appropriately sized gowns to using respectful language and having open conversations about comfort and support needs, this episode highlights practical ways healthcare professionals can create more compassionate and inclusive cancer services.

    Whether you're a radiographer, healthcare professional, patient advocate, or someone interested in health equity, this conversation offers valuable insights into improving patient experience and reducing healthcare inequities.

    Content warning: This episode includes discussions of body size, obesity, weight stigma and lived experience of cancer, which some listeners may find upsetting or triggering.

    Links from the episode:
    University of Exeter - Larger Bodies in Radiography (LBinRAD)

    This episode aligns with Macmillan's strategic objectives to reach everyone, especially those who need us most, and to make cancer care fair for everyone. Read more about Macmillan's strategy.


    We would love to hear from you! Let us know any feedback you have about this episode by completing this short survey or get in touch at professionalspodcast@macmillan.org.uk.

    If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or Macmillan’s Learning Hub for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support.

    Disclaimer: The content and information in these episodes is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. All examples discussed in episodes are UK based and reflect UK health systems at the time of recording. No material within this series is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified and registered healthcare providers.
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    41 mins
  • The Cancer Tapestry: Storytelling and connection through art

    The Cancer Tapestry: Storytelling and connection through art
    Jun 17 2026
    What if art could say the things people find hardest to put into words?

    In this special live episode from Macmillan’s 2026 Professionals Conference, we explore The Cancer Tapestry- a global community art project bringing together over 1,000 volunteers to stitch their lived experiences of cancer into a powerful collective story.

    Joined by artist Andrew Crummy MBE, surgeon Rodney Mountain, and Macmillan’s Eleanor Ogilvie, we discuss how creative expression, storytelling, and community-based art can support emotional wellbeing, reduce isolation, and enhance personalised cancer care. This inspiring conversation highlights the role of arts in healthcare, social prescribing, and person-centred approaches to cancer support.

    Discover how creativity can transform cancer care experiences, spark meaningful conversations beyond clinical settings, and connect individuals, families, and communities around the world.

    Content warning: This episode contains conversations about lived experience of cancer which you may find upsetting or triggering. Listener discretion is advised.

    Find out more about becoming a Macmillan Affiliate member
    If you are a health or social care professional working in cancer care, visit membership.macmillan.org.uk to find out more about our Macmillan Membership which includes a range of education and training resources and access to our Learning Hub.

    Links from the episode:
    'A Good Thing To Do: Andrew Crummy's Cancer Tapestry' documentary
    Andrew Crummy's website
    CanDu charity website

    Macmillan information and resources for people affected by cancer:
    Head and neck cancer
    Talking about cancer
    How cancer may affect you emotionally

    This episode aligns with Macmillan's strategic objectives to reach everyone, especially those who need us most, and to make cancer care fair for everyone. Read more about Macmillan's strategy.

    We would love to hear from you! Let us know any feedback you have about this episode by completing this short survey or get in touch at professionalspodcast@macmillan.org.uk.

    If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or Macmillan’s Learning Hub for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support.

    Disclaimer: The content and information in these episodes is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. All examples discussed in episodes are UK based and reflect UK health systems at the time of recording. No material within this series is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified and registered healthcare providers.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Gut health and cancer care

    Gut health and cancer care
    Jun 3 2026
    In this episode of the Cancer Professionals Podcast, Professor Julian Marchesi and Dr Emma Nicholson explain how the gut microbiome influences immunity, digestion and treatment outcomes. We explore how interventions such as antibiotics and stem cell transplants can disrupt microbiome balance, and examine emerging approaches like faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) and insights from the MAST trial. This episode highlights why microbiome diversity matters and what it could mean for improving cancer recovery and care. This episode was produced in collaboration with the UK Oncology Nursing Society (UKONS).

    This episode contains conversations about lived experience of cancer which you may find upsetting or triggering. Listener discretion is advised.

    Find out more about becoming a Macmillan Affiliate member
    If you are a health or social care professional working in cancer care, visit membership.macmillan.org.uk to find out more about our Macmillan Membership which includes a range of education and training resources and access to our Learning Hub.

    Links from the episode:
    Enhanced Acute Oncology - Nutrition

    The MAST study: Intestinal Microbiota Transplant Prior to Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant (MAST) study

    Intestinal Microbiota Transplant Prior to Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplant (MAST) trial: study protocol for a multicentre, double-blinded, placebo-controlled, phase IIa trial

    This episode aligns with Macmillan's strategic objective work with others to make sure the same treatment and support is accessible to everyone across the UK. Read more about Macmillan's strategy.

    We would love to hear from you! Let us know any feedback you have about this episode by completing this short survey or get in touch at professionalspodcast@macmillan.org.uk.

    If you work in health or social care, visit www.macmillan.org.uk/learning or Macmillan’s Learning Hub for more information about free education and training from Macmillan Cancer Support.

    Disclaimer: The content and information in these episodes is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. All examples discussed in episodes are UK based and reflect UK health systems at the time of recording. No material within this series is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified and registered healthcare providers.
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    40 mins
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