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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment and side effects of treatment.

Episode 219: Part of the Education and Workforce Development Series (Part 73)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Sophie Davis, Emma-Praer Breger and Rachael Williams.

During her time studying Biomedical Science, Sophie sparked a keen interest in cancer cell biology and treatment, this led Sophie to exploring a career as a therapeutic radiographer. Sophie completed a master's Therapeutic Radiography and Oncology. Sophie then went on to become a Band 5 Therapeutic Radiographer at The Royal Marsden Hospital. Sophie had a keen interest in students and education and became the practice educator for Therapeutic Radiography students. Sophie had a passion for improving education and completed a masters module in practice education. In 2022 Sophie started working as a lecturer at London South Bank University. Sophie is currently working on implementing different skills and simulation programmes into the degree course to enhance clinical learning.

Emma-Praer has over a decade of experience as a therapeutic radiographer, having worked in a range of hospitals across England, including a veterinary clinic where she delivered radiotherapy to dogs and cats. Following her role at UCLH Macmillan Support and Information Services, she developed a passion for teaching, which led her to become a lecturer at LSBU. She is currently completing her PGCE apprenticeship and has recently introduced a personal statement–led approach to student recruitment.

Rachael qualified as a Therapeutic Radiographer in July 2010 from the University of the West of England. Rachael is currently the course leader and senior lecturer for the Therapeutic Radiography programme at London South Bank University. Rachael is passionate about radiotherapy with a specific interest in radiotherapy planning and dosimetry, along with clinical practice. Rachael enjoys teaching students the profession both academically and clinically. To ensure students receive equal opportunities and positive experiences while completing their clinical training. Rachael has a keen interest in education and has pursued this by completing a master’s in education, with a specific focus on inclusive teaching.

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on how you can promote therapeutic radiography within your workplace, education and wider professional networks to raise awareness of the profession.Consider how sharing your career journey and experiences could inspire students, prospective applicants and colleagues to explore careers in therapeutic radiography.Reflect on the potential impact of writing and publishing a book to share professional knowledge, experiences and patient stories, and consider whether this could support your own professional development.

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Rhona talks about all things neuro-oncology.

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Kasey talks about her degree in radiotherapy and next steps after qualifying.

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Rita talks about her audit of dosimetry processes in her department.

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Rita talks about the importance of research.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer. 

Episode218 which is part of the living with and beyond cancer series.

Description: In this educational episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down Dr. Aruni Ghose, a Specialty Doctor in Oncology at the South East Wales Immunotherapy Toxicity Service, Velindre Cancer Centre in Cardiff and Research Fellow in Cardio-Oncology at the Hatter Cardiovascular Institute, University College London, UK. He is an NHS Clinical Entrepreneur, Chief Medical Officer at British based OncoFlow AI Cancer CoPilot. He is Director of Operations at the International Urology Cancer Summit, Steering Committee of the London Global Cancer Week Cancer Health Disparities, Oncology Council of the Royal Society of Medicine, Collaborator at the Lancet Commission on Cancer Control in the Commonwealth and a Future Cancer Leader at the UK and Ireland Global Cancer Network.

In this episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara talk to Dr. Aruni Ghose about his career, health inequalities and OncoFlow, which uses AI to help healthcare professionals involved in cancer care create personalised management plans for cancer patients.

CPD Reflection Points:

One area of your practice where AI could improve patient care, efficiency or decision-making.What benefits this could bring to patients and healthcare professionals.What would need to be considered before introducing AI into your practice.Reflect on a patient you have cared for: What individual factors influenced their care? Could AI have helped identify or respond to any of these factors? What aspects of personalised care could AI never replace?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, diagnostic imaging and cancer treatment. 

Bonus Episode in paid partnership with Ergéa. 

Description: In this episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Donna Hughes and Carol Scott.

Donna is an experienced therapeutic radiographer with a long and varied career in radiotherapy practice and service development. She currently works for Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as the Lead Radiographer for the radiotherapy satellite centre in Milton Keynes, supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care. Donna trained in England and spent the first half of her career working in Ireland before returning to the UK. Her clinical experience includes roles in neuro-oncology and stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), as well as contributing to the implementation of an MR Linac service in the private sector. She is particularly passionate about patient care and the people she works alongside. 

Carol is a senior therapeutic radiographer and Radiotherapy Services Manager at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. She has extensive experience in radiotherapy service leadership, advanced radiotherapy technologies and stereotactic radiotherapy, and has held senior clinical leadership roles including Deputy Clinical Director for Oncology. Carol has played a key role in the development of innovative radiotherapy services at Oxford, including stereotactic and image-guided radiotherapy, and has contributed to radiotherapy development and commissioning at a national level through NHS England.

We discuss how the role of a managed equipment service supports staff by freeing up clinical time, supporting with recruitment and retention of staff, as well as sustainability and future proofing digital solutions. 

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on how the current management and maintenance of radiotherapy or diagnostic equipment affects your department’s efficiency, staff experience, and patient care. Identify one area where a managed equipment service could reduce downtime, delays, or administrative burden. What impact could this have on staff morale, workload, and the patient experience?Consider how reliable, modern and well-maintained equipment could influence recruitment and retention within your service. Reflect on whether access to contemporary technology, effective technical support and a well-functioning working environment could make your department more attractive to current and prospective staff. What changes could help demonstrate that your organisation is investing in its workforce?Reflect on the potential of managed equipment services to future-proof radiotherapy and diagnostic services. Consider how planned replacement, proactive maintenance, training and access to technical expertise could support staff to work confidently with evolving technology. How could this contribute to workforce development, job satisfaction and the delivery of safe, timely and high-quality patient care?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, benign conditions, side effects and long term conditions.

Episode 217:Part of the Education and workforce development series (part 72)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Dr. Richard Shaffer is a Radiation Oncologist and a prominent expert in the use of radiotherapy for treating benign disease, including Dupuytren’s, Ledderhose, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, keloid scars, osteoarthritis, tendinopathy and bursitis. Since starting his practice in 2011, Dr. Shaffer has treated more than 3000 benign patients and provided training and mentoring to fellow consultants starting benign radiotherapy practices. He co-wrote the 2015 Royal College of Radiologists guidelines for benign conditions and is the founder and President of the International Society for Radiotherapy for Benign Conditions (www.iorbc.com).

This episode is a deep dive into Richard’s career, history of radiotherapy for benign conditions, dose and fractionation along with potential side effects.

CPD Reflection Points:

Identify common benign indications that can be treated by radiotherapy.Understand appropriate dose and fractionation for benign conditions.Recognise the risks and benefits of treating benign disease with ionising radiation.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses healthcare.

Episode216:Part of the education and workforce development series (Part 72)

Description: In this educational episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Christopher Tuckett, a senior NHS leader and physiotherapist with a career spanning clinical practice, service improvement and strategic AHP leadership. He has led across acute, community and national settings, with a strong focus on quality, value and workforce optimisation. Christopher is currently undertaking a PhD exploring the acceptability of healthcare interventions, including digital models of care, bringing fresh insight into how technology, behaviour and service design intersect to improve outcomes and productivity.

This episode is a deep dive into life as an AHP, career development, leadership and research into digital models of care. 

CPD Reflection Points:

What is one aspect of your work that creates significant value, but is currently difficult to measure or demonstrate? How could you make that value more visible?How has the episode changed your thinking about productivity in healthcare? Identify one measure of activity in your service that could be better linked to quality, outcomes or patient impact.What is one thing you could do differently when communicating the value of your role, or service to senior leaders, or finance colleagues? What will you do differently as a result?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, sex, infertility and late effects.

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​​Episode 217:Part of the living with and beyond cancer series (Part 76)

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​​Description: In this insightful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Steph Davies. She is the founder of Life after Cancer, a UK not-for-profit supporting adults after cancer treatment through coaching, peer support, expert sessions, workshops and community connection. After her own experience of Hodgkin lymphoma, she created Life after Cancer to help others navigate the often-overlooked challenges that can follow treatment. A trained coach and NLP practitioner, she combines professional expertise with lived experience. Steph has collaborated with organisations including NHS England, UCLH, Macmillan and Nuffield Health, and is passionate about improving support and helping people rebuild confidence, identity and wellbeing after treatment.

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​​CPD Reflection Points:

​​What aspects of post-treatment care are currently underrepresented in your practice?​​How might fear of recurrence, identity loss, or reduced confidence present in patients you see?​​What changes could you make to better acknowledge these needs?​​How do your current communication styles support or limit patient empowerment?​​Can you identify a recent interaction where a coaching approach might have improved the outcome?​​What small communication changes could you trial in your next clinical shift?​​Are you confident in your knowledge of post-treatment support services?​​How often do you initiate conversations about life after treatment?​​What barriers might prevent effective signposting in your role?​​

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer and cancer treatment. 

Episode 214:Part of the Living with and Beyond Cancer Series (part 75)

Description: In this inspiring episode of the Living With and Beyond Cancer series, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara are joined by Anne-Marie Ball, a Clinical Exercise Practitioner, researcher and Cancer Exercise Specialist, to explore the transformative role of exercise throughout the cancer pathway.

Anne-Marie holds an MSc in Cancer Care and has extensive experience delivering exercise rehabilitation programmes across both hospital and community settings. Her research focuses on multimodal exercise interventions and how they can optimise health-related outcomes for people affected by cancer. Throughout the episode, she explains the science underpinning exercise oncology, dispels common misconceptions surrounding exercise during treatment, and highlights the importance of integrating personalised exercise into routine cancer care.

Whether you are a healthcare professional, student, researcher, exercise practitioner or someone living with and beyond cancer, this episode offers evidence-based insights into one of the most impactful supportive interventions available to people affected by cancer. It highlights why exercise should be considered an essential component of personalised cancer care, rather than an optional extra.

CPD Reflection Points:

Critically evaluate how exercise is currently integrated into the cancer pathway within your own area of practice. To what extent does your service reflect the contemporary evidence for exercise before, during and after treatment? Consider the barriers and facilitators to embedding exercise as a standard component of personalised cancer care.Despite strong evidence demonstrating the benefits of exercise for improving physical function, reducing treatment-related side effects and enhancing quality of life, implementation remains inconsistent. Reflect on your own confidence, knowledge and professional responsibility in discussing exercise with people affected by cancer. How can healthcare professionals move beyond signposting towards actively integrating exercise conversations into routine clinical practice while maintaining person-centred care?Identify one evidence-informed improvement that could be implemented within your own organisation to strengthen access to exercise or rehabilitation. Justify your proposal using current evidence, national guidance or policy, and reflect on how you would evaluate its impact on patient outcomes and experience.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses breast cancer, cancer, self esteem and mental health.

Episode 213: Part of the Living with and Beyond Series (Part 74)

Description: In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of the Living With and Beyond Cancer series, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara are joined by Louise Butcher, who shares her extraordinary journey of living with breast cancer, finding strength through running, and challenging perceptions of body image after cancer.

Louise first turned to running as a way of managing severe health anxiety, using exercise as a form of self-medication and reassurance that her body was healthy. Ironically, while training for her first marathon, she was diagnosed with invasive lobular breast cancer, a devastating shock, particularly as her mammogram had shown no abnormalities just three weeks earlier.

Determined not to let cancer define her, Louise continued training throughout her treatment. She underwent bilateral mastectomies and remarkably completed her first marathon just six weeks after surgery and during the same week as her radiotherapy treatment. Running became more than exercise; it became her therapy, her resilience, and her way of reclaiming control during one of the most traumatic periods of her life.

Since then, Louise has completed five marathons, four of them running topless to proudly display her mastectomy scars. Through this courageous act, she is challenging societal perceptions of women's bodies after breast cancer, promoting body positivity, reducing the stigma surrounding mastectomy and flat closure surgery, and demonstrating that choosing not to undergo breast reconstruction does not diminish femininity, strength or confidence.

In 2024, Louise made history by becoming the first woman in the world to complete the London Marathon topless following bilateral mastectomy, earning a Guinness World Record while raising more than £3,500 for Breast Cancer Now. Her advocacy has inspired thousands of people affected by cancer, encouraging honest conversations about body image, survivorship and life beyond treatment.

In this heartfelt episode, we explore the emotional impact of a breast cancer diagnosis, coping with trauma, the role of exercise in recovery, body image after cancer, advocacy through lived experience, and the power of visibility in challenging stigma. Louise's story is one of resilience, courage and hope, reminding us that life after cancer is not simply about surviving, it is about thriving.

Whether you are a healthcare professional, student, researcher, patient, family member or someone living with and beyond cancer, this episode offers invaluable insights into compassionate cancer care and the profound impact that listening to lived experiences can have on improving practice.

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect critically on how healthcare professionals balance clinical priorities with understanding the individual's lived experience. How might integrating patient narratives into your own practice influence communication, shared decision-making and personalised care?Critically evaluate your own assumptions regarding body image following cancer treatment. How can healthcare professionals ensure that all treatment choices are presented without bias, enabling truly informed, values-based decision-making?Critically evaluate whether your current service adequately supports the holistic needs of people living with and beyond cancer. Identify one evidence-informed change that could enhance patient experience or outcomes within your own area of practice, justifying how and why this would improve care.

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Trigger Warning: cancer, children dealing with cancer, death, dying and mental health. 

Episode 213:part of theLiving with and Beyond series (part 73).

Description: In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara are joined by Caroline, founder of the multi-award-winning Fruit Fly Collective. 

Caroline has a background in neuroscience research and medicine regulation policy. In 2012, she founded the multi-award-winning Fruitfly Collective, a not-for-profit organisation that focuses on empowering parents diagnosed with cancer to navigate family life and support their children.

Fruitfly Collective’s work has included research into building a service within the NHS to support cancer patients who are parents, delivering primary school cancer education programmes and  family workshops, developing resources for families affected by parental cancer, and designing Parenting with Cancer coaching programmes.

In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked challenges faced by parents living with cancer, discuss how healthcare professionals can better support families throughout the cancer pathway, and highlight why honest, age-appropriate communication with children is so important. Caroline also shares the inspiration behind Fruit Fly Collective, the impact of its work, and her vision for embedding family-centred support into routine cancer care.

Whether you are a healthcare professional, researcher, educator, student, charity worker, or someone with lived experience of cancer, this episode offers valuable insights into compassionate, holistic and family-focused cancer care.

CPD Reflection Points:

watch Caroline’s Tedx talk on Parental Love vs Parental Empowerment. Consider how parents diagnosed with cancer might engage with their children on the subject.Reflect on how confidently you ask patients whether they have children or caring responsibilities, and whether this is embedded in routine assessment.Identify one practical change you can make in your clinical role, such as asking about children, offering a parenting resource, or discussing family needs at key points in the cancer pathway.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer and pregnancy and treatment side effects.

Episode 211: Part of the Living with and beyond cancer series (Part 72)

Description: In this honest, emotional and deeply inspiring episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara are joined by Holly Stubbs and her partner, Lee Wilkinson, to discuss the realities of facing a cancer diagnosis during pregnancy, navigating the physical and emotional side effects of treatment, and finding hope through some of life's most challenging moments.

Holly is a devoted mother of three whose family is at the centre of everything she does. After receiving the life-changing news of a cancer diagnosis whilst pregnant, her world was turned upside down. Through courage, honesty and resilience, Holly has documented her journey online, sharing the highs and lows of treatment, motherhood and adapting to a new normal, providing comfort and support to thousands of others facing similar experiences.

Lee, a father of three from the North East, began sharing their family's story on social media as a way of documenting their journey for their children. What started as a personal record has grown into a platform reaching millions, raising awareness of cancer, pregnancy and the importance of family, resilience and hope.

Together, Holly and Lee offer a powerful insight into the impact cancer has on the whole family. They discuss balancing treatment with parenthood, coping with uncertainty, supporting one another through adversity, and the role of social media in connecting with and helping others.

This is a moving conversation about love, strength, vulnerability and resilience that reminds us of the importance of compassionate, family-centred cancer care. Whether you are a healthcare professional, student, patient, caregiver or simply interested in the lived experience of cancer, this episode offers valuable lessons that will stay with you long after you've finished listening.

CPD Reflection Points:

Holly and Lee share the realities of living with and supporting someone through cancer. How has their story influenced your understanding of the emotional and practical impact of cancer on patients and their families?What can healthcare professionals learn from patient and caregiver experiences shared on social media, and how might these insights help improve communication, empathy, and person-centred care?Reflecting on Holly and Lee’s journey of adapting to a “new normal,” how can your practice better support patients and families beyond diagnosis and treatment, particularly during periods of adjustment and uncertainty?

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Trigger Warning: we discuss cancer and cancer treatment.

Rad Chat live at ESTRO 2026 in Sweden in collaboration with Elekta.

Description: At this live event, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Sonja Engberg, Margarida Costa and Roel Bouwmans.

CPD Reflection Points:

1. Reflecting on Current Practice

Compare the adaptive radiotherapy workflow discussed in the podcast with your own department's approach, if applicable. Identify one aspect of your current practice that aligns with the panel's experiences and one area that could be improved. Reflect on how any changes could enhance patient care or service delivery.

2. Leadership in Adaptive Radiotherapy

The panellists describe how they have led the development of adaptive radiotherapy services. Reflect on the leadership behaviours, or skills that stood out to you. How could you apply these within your own role, regardless of your level of experience? Identify one action you will take to support your own professional development.

3. Putting Learning into Practice

Identify three key learning points from the podcast. For each, explain how it could be applied within your own clinical practice, or department. Conclude by identifying one realistic change or improvement you will aim to implement over the next three months and describe how you will evaluate its impact.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, diagnostic imaging and cancer treatment. 

Bonus Episode in paid partnership with Ergéa. 

Description: In this episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with John Wilkinson and Adam Turner.

John Wilkinson is a Diagnostic Radiographer and Director of Transformation at Ergéa UK & Ireland. He previously served as Imaging Services Manager in Brighton, now part of University Hospitals Sussex. Over the past 15 years, he has specialised in the transformation of diagnostic imaging services, with experience across the NHS, industry, and consulting sectors. His interests include managed equipment services, workflow optimisation, the healthcare-built environment, and supporting patients in navigating imaging pathways. John holds an MSc in Healthcare Leadership from the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Programme and a Postgraduate Diploma in Planning Buildings for Health from London South Bank University. 

Adam Turner is a Diagnostic Radiographer and healthcare leader with extensive experience in radiology service development and transformation. Having held a number of leadership roles within Radiology at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, he currently serves as Head of Imaging. Over a decade, Adam has helped lead the development of three Community Diagnostic Centres across Somerset, managed the clinical integration of two legacy radiology services following a Trust merger, and worked in partnership with Ergéa throughout the Managed Equipment Service. Holding an MSc in Healthcare Leadership, he is passionate about delivering high-quality, equitable diagnostic services and advancing the shift from acute to community-based care.

This episode discusses how the role of a managed equipment service supports staff by freeing up clinical time, reducing burnout and enhancing productivity, as well as sustainability and future proofing digital solutions.

CPD Reflection Points:

Consider any current challenges in your workplace where improved equipment management could enhance efficiency, reduce delays, or improve the patient experience.The episode discusses sustainability, workforce wellbeing, and future-proofing digital solutions. Reflect on one idea from the podcast that could be introduced or developed within your own department to improve staff wellbeing, reduce burnout, or support more sustainable and efficient service delivery. What practical steps would be needed to make this happen?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses diagnostics, healthcare and cancer. 

Episode 210:part of the education and workforce development series (part 71)

Description: In this insightful and educational episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara are joined by Hannah Barnsley, MRI Radiographer at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, NIHR Fellow, researcher, educator and internationally experienced diagnostic radiographer, for a fascinating discussion on MRI, patient safety, clinical decision-making and academic career development.

Whether you are a student, diagnostic radiographer, therapeutic radiographer, MRI practitioner, researcher or educator, this episode is packed with practical learning, expert insights and inspiration for advancing both patient safety and your own professional development.

CPD Reflection Points:

How does your department currently identify implants, or previous procedures that may affect MRI and/or CT imaging?How could existing imaging, patient records or multidisciplinary communication improve patient care and safety in the pathway?What barriers exist within your workplace to carrying out thorough MRI (or equivalent) screening?How can we better prepare patients for imaging? 

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ORCID Hannah Barnsley

Using Artificial Intelligence to improve the pre-MRI screening: what are your thoughts?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment and health inequalities. 

Description: In this insightful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Heather McLean. 

Heather is the Director of Community and System Partnerships at Macmillan Cancer Support, leading transformative neighbourhood‑based innovations that bring personalised cancer care closer to people’s homes. She oversees a major UK‑wide programme designed to tackle inequities and empower communities to shape the support they need, driving systems change through bold partnerships, evidence‑driven design, and deep collaboration across public services and local networks. A passionate advocate for ensuring every voice is heard, Heather is committed to sparking a future where people living with cancer not only access safe, high‑quality care, but have the power to influence it. 

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How can healthcare professionals strengthen partnerships with local communities and organisations to reduce inequities in cancer care and improve access to personalised support?Heather emphasises empowering people affected by cancer to influence the services they receive. In your own role, how do you currently involve patients and communities in shaping care, and where could this be enhanced?What lessons from neighbourhood-based, community-led approaches could be applied within your service to improve outcomes, collaboration, and patient experience across the cancer pathway?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, dementia and health inequities.

Episode 209: Part of the Education and Workforce Development series (Part 70)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Noreen Hawkshaw, Prof. Laura Ashley and Jill Quinn MBE. 

Noreen Hawkshaw is a Macmillan Lead Nurse for Cancer and End of Life Care at Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust. 

Laura Ashley is Professor of Health Psychology at Leeds Beckett University. Laura undertakes applied psychosocial health research, often using qualitative methods. Much of her work focuses on improving health care accessibility and experiences across the cancer trajectory, particularly for people with other pre-existing long-term conditions (such as dementia). She is interested in co-developing interventional strategies to optimise health care information, encounters and environments, to improve and reduce inequalities in patient-centred outcomes.

Jill Quinn MBE has worked in the voluntary sector for nearly 30 years, firstly with 2 different nationals and then founding the charity Dementia Forward in 2012.

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on a patient encounter involving a person living with both dementia and cancer. Consider the challenges encountered, what went well, and how the experience could influence your future practice. Record your learning and identify one action to improve patient care.Reflect on support available to patients living with dementia within your clinical area. Consider how effectively their individual needs, communication preferences, independence, and emotional wellbeing are supported. 

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Pitch your project at UKIO

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Rad Chat Live at UKIO 2026 #6: Katie Thompson - President of the Society of Radiographers

We are live at UKIO 2026 in Liverpool with Katie Thompson the president of the Society of Radiographers talking about her presidency.

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A crisis of opportunity? Responding to the Young People and Work Milburn Review

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses death, dying, intensive care, conversations about stopping treatment, imposter syndrome and failures in the NHS.

Episode 209: Part of the Education and Workforce Development Series (Part 69)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Dr Matt Morgan, Consultant in Intensive Care Medicine and a BMJ columnist. He is medical adviser to The National Theatre’s Nye starring Michael Sheen, BBC Radio 4’s Best Medicine, Casualty, and Channel 4’s Stepping Up. Across three books, CRITICAL, ONE MEDICINE and A SECOND ACT,he explores survival, connection and what it means to live. He has authored over 50 scientific papers after a PhD in artificial intelligence and broadcasts on BBC Radio 4, CNN and the BBC. He lectures internationally, serves on the BMJ Commission on the Future of the NHS, lives in Cardiff, and loves ice cream.

In this insightful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Matt to discuss his career, intensive care and artificial intelligence. 

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What key learning did you take away from this podcast and how does it relate to your practice?How could new technologies such as AI support patient care while maintaining a person-centred approach?How can rehabilitation and supportive care be strengthened to improve patient outcomes and experience?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment and body image.

Episode 207: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 71)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Emily Spillman.

Emily is the Physical Activity Lead at Penny Brohn UK, where she develops and delivers exercise programmes supporting people living with and beyond cancer. A registered nurse with over a decade of experience across oncology, community, and specialist bladder and bowel care, she has also worked at GenesisCare in Bristol. Emily combines medical expertise with a compassionate, whole-person approach, making movement accessible and empowering for people at every stage of their cancer journey. Alongside her role at Penny Brohn, she runs her own gym and clinic, specialising in women’s health, pelvic health, and strength-based rehabilitation.

This episode Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara explore Emily’s career to current role, role of exercise for people living with and beyond cancer, and Penny Brohn UK charity.

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Why is prehabilitation (“prehab”) important before cancer treatment, and how can it improve a patient’s recovery and wellbeing?What are the main parts of prehab, and why is it important that patients complete all aspects rather than just one?How can healthcare professionals encourage and support patients to fully engage with prehab before starting cancer treatment?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, challenges and failures.

Episode 206: Part of the Leadership Series (Part 33)

Description: In this insightful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara hear about Kevin’s amazing career, future of radiotherapy and how industry partners can support you.

Kevin is a therapeutic radiographer and healthcare transformation leader with over two decades of experience across the NHS, global partnerships, and industry. Formerly Divisional Manager at UCLH, he oversaw complex hospital operations, led cancer service redesign across London, and advised government on major health programmes. Kevin now works internationally to expand access to high-quality cancer care, partnering with health systems, research institutions, and industry innovators. Known for his strategic clarity, collaborative style, and commitment to improving patient outcomes, he’s also an active runner, vegan cook, and father who finds balance in the countryside with his growing family.

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on your own leadership style.Consider what values you associate with your own leadership style.Consider the values needed to become a leader in cancer care.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, internal radiotherapy and side effects.

Episode 205: Part of the Education and Workforce Series (Part 68)

Description: In this educational episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara Annie Prescott, a Therapeutic Radiographer at Rosemere Cancer Centre in Preston part-time, whilst she studies towards an MSc in Clinical Research, at Lancaster University with the support of the NIHR INSIGHT programme.

Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara talk to Annie about her work focusing on gynaecological brachytherapy, including various topics such as the use of non-pharmacological interventions and workforce education in radiotherapy. 

CPD Reflection Points:

After reading this paper and this paper, write a structured reflection (approx. 500–700 words) using a reflective model (e.g., Gibbs or Rolfe).

Key Areas to Consider:

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Trigger Warning: this episode talks about cancer, HPV, anal cancer, cancer treatment, side effects, sec and intimacy, clinical trials and stigma.

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Description:In this educational episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Michael Anderson. This episode is a deep dive into Michael’s diagnosis, treatment, side effects, clinical trials and Bottomline charity he founded.

Michael worked in policy and research for many years and was was diagnosed with anal cancer in 2020. He set up the Bottom Line support group for people living with anal cancer in 2021 which became a charity in 2024. He worked as a patient expert on the National Cancer Plan in 2025 and speaks regularly at conferences, seminars and training events. 

CPD Reflection Points:

Consider how this episode has influenced your understanding of the role that sexual orientation and identity can play in a patient’s cancer journey, and how might this shape the way you deliver more inclusive, person-centred care in the future?Reflect on your confidence in discussing sex and intimacy with men who have sex with men.What insights have you gained on the importance of support networks  and how could you incorporate signposting to such services into your clinical practice?

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Trigger Warning: this episode talks about cancer, HPV, anal cancer, cancer treatment, clinical trials and stigma.

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Description: In this educational episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Prof. David Sebag-Montefiore. This episode is a deep dive into the role radiotherapy plays in the treatment of anal cancer along with clinical trials. 

David is the Audrey and Stanley Burton Professor of Clinical Oncology at the University of Leeds. He is the Director of the Leeds Cancer Research UK Radiotherapy Research Centre of Excellence, Clinical Director (Radiotherapy) at Leeds Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit, and previous Director of the Leeds Cancer Research Centre. David received the Royal College of Radiologists Rohan Williams medal in 1989, and its Gold Medal in 2019 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the field of clinical oncology.

His research focuses on improving outcomes for patients with rectal and anal cancer through radiotherapy and clinical trials. He has led several landmark studies, including MRC CR07, CRUK ACT2, ARISTOTLE, STAR-TREC, and PLATO ACT3, ACT4 and ACT5 trials, and has authored two Research Excellence Framework Impact Case Studies in anal and rectal cancer. He recently presented the practice-changing ACT4 trial results that show shorter lower-dose radiotherapy achieves high cure rates with fewer side-effects - the first anal cancer trial to change practice in nearly 30 years. His work continues to define clinical practice and improve patient outcomes on a national and international scale.

CPD Reflection Points:

How might the evidence from the PLATO (ACT4) trial influence the current approach to prescribing radiotherapy dose and duration for patients with early-stage anal cancer?What strategies can you implement in your practice to better assess and address treatment-related toxicities and quality-of-life outcomes in patients undergoing chemoradiotherapy for anal cancer?How can increased awareness and participation in clinical trials improve treatment outcomes and shape future standards of care in anal cancer?

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Trigger Warning: this episode talks about cancer, HPV, anal cancer, cancer treatment and stigma.

Description: In this educational episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Ms. Tazmin Cumming. This episode is a deep dive into the role surgery plays in the treatment of anal cancer. 

Ms Tamzin Cuming trained at the University of Cambridge and Guys and St Thomas’ Hospitals and went on to do her initial surgical training in Brighton and then completed her specialist colorectal training via the North East Thames National Training Programme. She first came across high resolution anoscopy (HRA) during this training while working at the unit at Homerton Hospital in East London. She undertook a laparoscopic colorectal fellowship at Derriford Hospital in Plymouth. 

Having completed her Certificate of Completion of Training and gaining a Distinction in a Masters in Surgical Education from Imperial College, Ms Cuming became a Consultant Surgeon at Homerton Hospital in 2013 at which time she also began training and practising in HRA.

She now runs the UK's largest AIN service with a national reach, the Homerton Anogenital Neoplasia Service (HANS). She was the President Elect of the International anal Neoplasia Society (iansociety.org) and was the Chair of the Women in Surgery Forum at the Royal College of Surgeons of England from 2021-2024.

CPD Reflection Points:

Please read the ANCHOR study paper.

How might the evidence that treating anal high-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions reduces progression to anal cancer (by ~57%) influence my current approach to screening, referral, and management of patients living with HIV?What practical barriers (e.g., access to high-resolution anoscopy, patient acceptability, or service availability) could affect implementation of routine screening and treatment for anal HSIL in my clinical setting, and how could these be addressed?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer diagnosis, cancer treatment and mastectomy.

Bonus Episode

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara features the incredible Professor Joanna Callaghan is a filmmaker and Professor of Filmmaking at the University of Sussex. Known for her boundary-pushing storytelling and distinctive approach to personal subjects, her work explores themes of resilience, transformation and the creative human spirit. Goodbye Breasts! marks an important new chapter in her artistic practice.

In this personal episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara hear about Joanna’s career, cancer treatment, body confidence and Goodbye Breasts!documentary. 

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on your perceptions around body confidence and the impact that cancer can have.Consider the impact of having a genetic mutation.Consider the psychosocial and psychosexual impact of having a mastectomy.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, medical intervention and failure. 

Bonus Episode: which features the incredible Dr. Shah Islam. Shah graduated in 2010 from Barts and The London School of Medicine with Distinction.  He immediately entered combined clinical academic training, followed by being awarded an NIHR clinical academic fellowship in Radiology between St. Georges Hospital, London and The Institute of Cancer Research.  Following completion of his FRCR in 2016, he undertook formal research in advanced brain tumour imaging under Prof. Adam Waldman and Prof. Eric Aboagye at Imperial College London.  He led a number of clinical trials including the multicentre ‘Diffusion in Glioma’ study’ and the first in brain tumour studies using a novel PET tracer (18F- FPIA).

His interventional neuroradiology training in adult and paediatric neurointervention was exclusively between London, UK (Queen Square and Great Ormond Street for Children) and Toronto, Canada (Toronto Western Hospital and The Hospital for Sick Children, 'SickKids'). In Toronto he was trained by Prof. Pascal Mosimann, and Dr Prakash Muthusami with a focus on endovascular cerebral AVM treatments using both trans-arterial and trans-venous approaches.  He has also trained extensively in image guided spine interventions e.g. Vertebroplasty, Kyphoplasty and Radiofrequency nerve ablations under the mentorship of Prof Kieran Murphy (Toronto Western Hospital).

He has a strong commitment to delivering high quality teaching through innovation having worked closely with engineers to fabricate 3D printed models of neurovascular lesions, enabling trainees to practise skills in a simulated environment.  In addition, he is the co-founder of the Queen Square Interventional Neuroradiology Symposium, a non-profit educational platform delivered by an international faculty of key opinion leaders with a goal to improve patient outcomes through knowledge dissemination. Furthermore he has recently been elected as President of the UK largest radiology and oncology multidisciplinary congress and exhibition, UKIO.

Description:In this insightful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Dr. Shah Islam to talk about his career, leadership and his role as the president of UKIO for 2026 and 2027.

CPD Reflection Points:

How effectively am I aligning my current skills, experiences, and professional relationships with my long-term career goals, and what gaps or opportunities have I identified through self-reflection?In what ways am I actively building and maintaining a professional network that supports my growth, and how can I improve my approach to create more meaningful and mutually beneficial connections?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses HPV, anal cancer, cancer treatment, sex and intimacy, late effects and survivorship.

Supported by an unrestricted grant from Incyte Biosciences. Incyte had no involvement in the development, content, or editorial review of the activities associated with this initiative.

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Clare Laverty. Claire is a mum, wife & dental practice manager, with lived experience of anal cancer. After undergoing chemo-radiotherapy in 2024, she now advocates for awareness, support, and honest conversations around side effects and survivorship.

This episode is a deep dive into Claire’s anal cancer diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.

CPD Reflection Points:

read about the signs and symptoms of anal cancer.consider how you could improve your ability to recognise potential symptoms of anal cancer in female patients, and avoid misattributing these to more common benign conditions.consider how you could adapt your communication and clinical approach to better support patients experiencing stigma, emotional distress, or concerns about body image and intimacy related to anal cancer.what steps could you take take to ensure patients receive holistic, multidisciplinary care, including appropriate referrals and support for both physical and psychological needs.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses HPV, HIV, anal cancer, cancer and cancer treatment.

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Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Alex Sparrowhawk and Emma Davy to discuss HPV and HIV, their link to anal cancer and the George House Charity.

This series has been supported by an unrestricted grant from Incyte Biosciences. Incyte had no involvement in the development, content, or editorial review of the activities associated with this initiative.

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on the latest insights from the podcast regarding the relationship between HIV, HPV, and anal cancer. Identify one or two clinical scenarios in your own practice where this knowledge could influence patient assessment, screening, or education. Plan a small change to incorporate this learning into your practice.The podcast introduced multidisciplinary care approaches. Reflect on any gaps in your current knowledge, or skills regarding anal cancer prevention, diagnosis, or treatment in people living with HIV. Identify one learning resource (from the links attached) to review and plan how you will apply this knowledge in your clinical work.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, blood cancer, breast cancer, childhood cancer and late effects.

Episode 204: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 70)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Jess Synge. Jess is a Radiation Therapist turned industry professional, brining over 20 years of Oncology experience shaped by both her work and her own life story. Her path began at age 15, when a cancer diagnosis sparked her commitment to supporting others through theirs. After many years in clinical practice, she joined Elekta to help improve patient care on a wider scale. Based in Tauranga, New Zealand, Jess lives with her husband and two young boys. In late 2024, she faced a second cancer diagnosis, deepening her empathy and adding a profound layer of insight to her work. She continues to find joy in life’s simple comforts - family, staying active, baking, gardening and home DIY.

This episode is a deep dive into Jess’ childhood cancer, training to become a radiation therapist, role at Elekta and more recently breast cancer.

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on your own decisions to become a healthcare professional.Consider how you could support a colleague or friend who has had a childhood cancer diagnosis.Consider the long term effects of mantle radiotherapy and understand how you could support someone who experiences these effects.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, surgical complications and side effects.

Episode 203: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 69).

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Dr. Saahil Mehta. 

Saahilis a consultant Plastic Surgeon and founder of Plexaa, is revolutionising surgical outcomes. His research on preconditioning & prehabilitation led to Bloom43, a wearable device & prehabilitation app for breast cancer patients, to help patients empower their preparation for their surgery. Plexaa was recognised as a top innovator in the Medtech Innovator Accelerator program, demonstrating Saahil's commitment to improving patient care.

In this insightful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara hear about Saahil’s journey, innovation, Plexaa and Bloom43.

CPD Reflection Points:

How could digital tools (wearables, remote monitoring, AI risk prediction) enhance prehabilitation before breast cancer surgery? Consider how med-tech could track fitness, nutrition, and psychological readiness to improve surgical outcomes.Patients vary in fitness, comorbidities, and treatment pathways. What data or technologies would you use to design personalised prehabilitation programmes before breast cancer surgery?If you identified a gap in prehabilitation for breast cancer patients, what steps would you take to translate that clinical problem into a medical technology solution or startup?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses disabilities and life limiting conditions.

Episode 202: Part of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Series (Part 20)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Sarah Phillips. Sarah lives with two incurable conditions that shape her daily life. The first is a rare genetic neuromuscular disease caused by the absence of a gene needed to produce the myelin sheath, leaving her with an exceptionally unusual presentation even within a rare disorder. She also has a metabolic condition that causes her body to burn calories at an extreme rate, making it impossible to maintain weight without enteral nutrition and placing her at high risk of refeeding syndrome and related complications. Despite these challenges, she's committed to transforming her experiences into meaningful projects and businesses that support others living with chronic illness and disability.

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect and consider how your assumptions about “ability,” productivity, or independence shape the way you interact with people living with disabilities or incurable conditions.Read this article and consider the impact of not being provided reasonable adjustments.Look up the George ASDA adult adaptive clothing rangeand consider how you can share this. 

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer screening, breast cancer, health inequalities and lack of access.

Episode 201: Part of the Education and Workforce Development Series (Part 67)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Hayley Gibson, Hayley Snowden and Sue Ormesher.

Hayley Gibson is the Principal Radiographer for Breast Imaging at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

With over 21 years of experience as a radiographer, Hayley is the Lead Radiographer for Breast Imaging and has lead initiatives to improve patient care and accessibility. She has a strong passion for addressing health inequalities in breast screening and actively engage with communities to understand barriers preventing attendance. By listening to patients and stakeholders, she works to implement meaningful improvements in the service, ensuring equitable access and better outcomes for all.

Hayley Snowden is the Health Inequalities Programme Manager for the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance.

Hayley began her career in operational service delivery roles managing healthy community programmes. Hayley joined the Cancer Alliance a little over 4 years ago and has a passion for improving cancer outcomes for those experiencing health inequalities.

Sue Ormesher is the communications and engagement officer for the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Cancer Alliance.

Sue began her career as a journalist on regional newspapers in the North West of England, crossing over into communications for a wide range of public, private and third sector organisations.

This episode is a deep dive into their careers, health inequalities in West Yorkshire & Harrogate and what the cancer alliance is doing to tackle the inequalities.

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on and discuss how health inequalities effect the uptake of breast screening of people from deprived backgrounds, people from the global majority, those with disabilities, and individuals with language or health-literacy barriers.Design a programme of work on how to increase uptake for one or more of these groups.Using your programme, consider how you could implement this in your area and consider the stakeholders you would need to engage with make it a success.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment and side effects of cancer treatment.

Episode 200: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 68)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara talk about radiotherapy side effects, why they happen and tumour site specific 

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on your own clinical practice around explaining side effects of treatment to your patients.Read the prehabilitation for people living with cancer clinical and implementation guidelines and consider how you could introduce prehabiliation for your patients.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, pregnancy, family planning and mental health.

Episode 199: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 67)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Mandy Geyman is a mom, inflammatory breast cancer survivor, and public speaker who completed chemotherapy while pregnant while also navigating an autism diagnosis for her oldest daughter. She and chaos are basically on a first-name basis. Mandy now shares her story through Instagram to help survivors feel seen and supported using humour and honest storytelling about cancer, motherhood, autism, and mental health…typically against a backdrop of 90s/Y2K nostalgia. Through her creativity and online community, she helps people reclaim joy, reconnect with their inner child and remember that healing can be both playful and empowering.

This episode is a deep dive into Mandy’s pregnancy, diagnosis and treatment for cancer along with the benefits of social media.

CPD Reflection Points:

Read and be aware of breast cancer signs and symptoms.Read this blog and reflect about Mandy’s journey.Consider how physiological breast changes during pregnancy and the postpartum period can mask malignancy.Reflect on how evidence-based cancer care can be adapted during pregnancy without compromising pregnancy outcomes, including the timing of imaging, surgery, and systemic therapies, and how multidisciplinary decision-making supports this balance.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, uncertainty, faith and spirituality, death and dying.

Episode 198: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series(Part66)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Juliet Uzoma Aguwa, known as Juliet-U, is an actress, author, and breast cancer survivor whose story embodies courage and rebirth. After surviving Stage 3C breast cancer, she turned her pain into purpose through her inspiring memoir, Flowers of Courage. Blending her background in acting, healthcare, and advocacy, Juliet uses her voice to empower women and bridge the gap in cancer awareness between Africa and the Western world. Her message of hope, healing, and faith continues to inspire audiences globally through her platform, Juliet-U: Bravefaith.

This episode is a deep dive into Juliet’s inspirational journey through her cancer pathway from diagnosis to post-treatment, her advocacy work and how she bridges the gap in cancer awareness between the African and Western World.

CPD Reflection Points:

reflect on Juliet’s pathway. Reflect on your current understanding of patient-centred care, particularly in global majority communities.consider your own views on faith and spirituality, and how you might support people living with and beyond cancer to navigate their own faith and spirituality.what practical steps can you take within your professional practice to help bridge gaps in cancer awareness, early detection, or support between African and Western healthcare contexts, as highlighted in this episode?watch Juliet’s video on top tips for breast cancer awareness.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, death and dying, genetic testing and how to talk to your children about cancer.

Episode 197:Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 65).

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Carly Moosah.

Carly is the Patient Champion of Bloom43. Through her lived experience of breast cancer, Carly has used her own experience to support others within the community. Breast cancer advocate, speaker, coach, certified end of life doula and content creator. Carly is also the co-host of monthly BRCA support groups and show and tell events at Future Dreams House in London helping women to prepare for their Breast surgeries with confidence. 

In this insightful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara hear about Carly’s journey navigating breast cancer, BRCA testing, advocacy work, Plexaa and Bloom43.

CPD Reflection Points:

Read this article and reflect on Carly’s treatment journey.Reflect and consider how an increased knowledge of BRCA gene function and associated risks change your approach to discussing genetic risk and screening with patients or to talk to your family/friends about it?Consider how integrating patients’ lived experiences with clinical information about genetic testing enhance communication and support in practice?

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses discrimination, cardiac arrests, cancer, menstruation and women’s health.

Episode 196: Part of the Leadership Series(Part32)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down Shreya Patel-Parekh.

Shreya founded thefifty1percent with a simple belief: women deserve health information that’s human and genuinely useful. She is dedicated to providing the knowledge, collaboration and community women need to make informed decisions about their bodies, rooted in their real lives, environments and circumstances. Through her podcast and events, she brings together science, lived experience and meaningful storytelling to cut through the noise, challenge one-size-fits-all narratives and help close the gender health gap with clarity, compassion and context.

In this episode hear about Shreya’s personal and professional journey, women’s health and thefifty1percent podcast she hosts.

CPD Reflection Points:

 reflect on Shreya’s experience of becoming a parent in her corporate role.read this journal article on the social media infodemic of health-related misinformation and technical solutions. Consider the differences between disinformation vs misinformation. How could both impact people with a health condition.Evaluate how you can tackle misinformation in your professional role.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses discrimination and incontinence.

Episode 195:Part of the Leadership Series (Part 31)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Sonia Kumarwho is a British Labour Party politician who has served as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Dudley since 2024. She was an physiotherapist in the NHS before becoming an MP.

In this episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara hear about Sonia’s career, challenges she has faced and get an insight into what life as an MP is like.

CPD Reflection Points:

reflect on Sonia’s experience as a woman of colour in politics.consider the discrimination, micro-aggressions and barriers women face in the work place.reflect and discuss how you could actively challenge the barriers women face in the workplace.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses diagnosis, treatment, mental health and fear of recurrence.

Episode 194: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 64).

Description: In this insightful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Becky to hear about her life, treatment for a meningioma and her advice to others.

Becky is a mum of 3: “My family is my world and I'm very blessed. I love the simple things in life, like being outside and going on country walks. I am passionate about clean eating and nutrition, although I still have lots to learn. I'm a HR Manager and love my job, I really enjoy working with people. Health wise, I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at the age of 3 and then a meningioma brain tumour in 2019, but I won't let that stop me!”

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Reflect on Becky’s experience of diagnosis, balancing personal life and treatment.Consider the positives and negatives of radiosurgery vs surgery.Consider how you could support someone like Becky through diagnosis, treatment and follow up.Read about the symptoms of a Meningioma.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer.

This bonus episode shares birthday messages from our community with reflections from Jo and Naman too.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, surgery, menopause, mental health and side effects of treatment.

Rad Chat Podcast Episode 193: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 63)
Menopause and Cancer Podcast Episode: 195

Description: In this collaborative episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Dani Binnington from the Menopause and Cancer podcast to share the host seats. 

Together, we discuss:

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on your understanding of the relationship between menopause and cancer. Consider how this may influence the way you signpost patients for support.Consider how effectively you recognise and manage the physical and emotional impact of treatment-induced or early menopause in people living with and beyond cancer, and what could you do differently to support their wellbeing?Read the Menopause and Cancer survey results.Read the symptoms of Menopause.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, discrimination, deprivation and clinical trials.

Episode 192: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 19)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Georgiana Synesi.

Georgiana is a final year PhD student at the Clinical Trials and Statistics Unit at the Institute of Cancer Research, London. Her undergraduate and Masters’ degrees are both in pharmacology, but her interest in working with different stakeholders (rather than cells!) to solve problems led her to clinical trials. Her research is all about making cancer clinical trials more inclusive. Georgiana plans to hand in her thesis by the end of 2025, and after that will hopefully continue her research in a postdoctoral role.   

This episode is a deep dive into Georgiana’s career, barriers and enablers to clinical trials along with what other researchers can do to ensure better representation of marginalised groups in clinical research trials.

CPD Reflection Points:

read this blog and reflect on why diverse groups are needed in clinical trials.read this blog and consider the steps you could take to improve access to clinical trial information.consider ways clinicians and researchers can take to reduce their bias towards marginalised groups when speaking about clinical trials, use this article to help you.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer and cancer treatment.

Listen to Jo McNamara and Naman Julka-Anderson speak to delegates at the North West Radiotherapy Research Strategy Event.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, errors and death.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses living with secondary/metastatic breast cancer, acute illness, death and dying, telling children about cancer and uncertainty.

Episode 191: Part of the Living With and Beyond Cancer Series (Part 62)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Natalie Hall.

Natalie founded Fireflies Fitness whilst in remission from breast cancer. It is a community interest company supporting people with fitness after they have received a cancer diagnosis. She now lives with metastatic cancer that spread to her bones and liver and she is a big advocate for the vital benefits of staying active throughout and beyond treatment.

This episode is a deep dive into Natalie’s cancer journey, living with secondary/metastatic breast cancer, parenting and Fireflies Fitness.

CPD Reflection Points:

Look up the signs and symptoms of secondary breast cancer.Consider the potential consequences of avoiding discussions about cancer prognosis with children.Design a safe and effective exercise regime for someone like Natalie that is living with metastatic/secondary cancer. Consider using the PRosPer resources to help you.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, discrimination, sex and intimacy, and LGBTIQ+ themes.

Episode 190: Part of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Series (Part 17)

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Francesca Fiennes. Francesca is an experienced Health Promotion Specialist who has worked across the charity sector, the NHS, and now in a local authority Public Health team. She has worked across sex education, breast cancer screening and working with children and young people. She won an award in advancing LGBTQ+ Inclusion at King’s College Hospital, and is currently working as Health Promotion Specialist in Kingston Council.

This episode is a deep dive into Francesca’s research, LGBTIQ+ work and health promotion.

CPD Reflection Points:

Read Francesca’s report.Reflect on the importance of inclusive health promotion.Design an inclusive health promotion campaign for the LGBTIQ+ community.

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, lung cancer and medications.

Bonus Episode in collaboration with ALK+ charity.

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Debra Montague. 

Debra founded ALK Positive UK in 2018 after a diagnosis of ALK-positive lung cancer and faced with the absence of a dedicated UK support for people living with this rare type of lung cancer. It is the leading charity for people affected with ALK-positive lung cancer and its purpose to extend the overall survival and quality of life for people living with the disease. 

Debra was appointed President of Lung Cancer Europe (LuCE) in 2025, having formerly executed the role of Vice President. She is the first patient to take on the role.  LuCE is the voice of people affected by lung cancer across Europe. It brings together national patient groups and supports new ones in countries where they do not exist. Debra’s other affiliations include membership of the Medscape steering committee.

This episode discusses Debra’s diagnosis, treatment pathway, how she set up the charity and the ongoing support she offers to people facing this diagnosis.

CPD Reflection Points:

Reflect on the lived experiences of patients and carers affected by ALK-positive lung cancer.Recognise how targeted therapies and precision oncology impact patient pathways.Consider how communication, empathy, and multidisciplinary teamwork can improve the patient experience and better support nervous/anxious patients. 

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses cancer, cancer treatment, lung cancer and medications.

Bonus Episode in collaboration with ALK+ charity.

Description: In this powerful episode, Naman Julka-Anderson and Jo McNamara sit down with Dr. Shobhit Baijal.

Dr. Shobhit Baijal is a leading Consultant Medical Oncologist at The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust and an Honorary Associate Professor at The University of Birmingham. He is a renowned expert in the Oncological management of all forms of Lung, Colorectal and Liver malignancies.

Dr. Baijal completed his medical training at St Bartholomew's Medical School, including a First Class BSc Honours in immunology and cell pathology from University College London. He went on to specialise in Medical Oncology in the West Midlands and was appointed Consultant to University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust in 2011.

Dr. Baijal actively treat lung, colorectal and liver cancer across multiple hospital sites within the West Midlands. He specialises in all forms of cancer drug treatments including chemotherapy, immuno-oncology, precision oncology and chemoembolisation.

He has a large Clinical Trial portfolio and is the UK Chief and Principle Investigator for National and International studies. He works closely with Pharmaceutical companies to access novel drugs for his patients. Dr. Baijal has published extensively and regularly presents at regional, national and international cancer meetings. He is an invited Medical Expert for NICE committee reviews for new anti-cancer drug therapies.

As a Steering Committee member of the British Thoracic Oncology Group he has a pivotal role in supporting and educating Thoracic Oncology professionals across the United Kingdom. He is an Honorary Clinical Advisor for EGFR positive UK, on the Expert Panel for Roy Castle Foundation and is also an advisor to ALK Positive UK.

This episode is a deep dive into Shobhit’s career, ALK+ lung cancer and it’s treatment along with how you can support the ALK+ charity.

CPD Reflection Points:

Read about ALK+ cancer.Read about the treatment options for ALK+ cancer.

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Trigger warning: cancer, cancer treatment, health inequalities and discrimination.

OUTpatients Conference 2025 where we hear from Dr. Ariel Breaux-Torres talks about anti-racism, abolition and radical hope.

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Trigger warning: cancer, cancer treatment, health inequalities and discrimination.

OUTpatients Conference 2025 where we hear from Daniel Edwards (aka DJ Dallyn) talking about his experience of bowel cancer and Natasha Flegg talking about her experience as friend to Daniel along with both discussing Booty Call a community interest company aimed at supporting the LGBTQ+ community talk about cancer awareness.

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OUTpatients Conference 2025 where we hear from James Barber about how professionals can be better to support LGBTIQ+ people living with and beyond cancer.

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Trigger warning: cancer, cancer treatment, health inequalities and discrimination.

OUTpatients Conference 2025 where we hear from Jawadat talking about their experience of being queer from an Nigerian background.

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Trigger warning: cancer, cancer treatment, health inequalities and discrimination.

OUTpatients Conference 2025 where we hear from Kim Meeking and Dr. Amanda Bolderston about Queering Cancer Charity.

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MR-Linac Consortium 2025 with Dr. Lando Bosma talking about his research into the use of MR-Linac.

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Tools and recommendations for commissioning and quality assurance of deformable image registration in radiotherapy

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MR-Linac Consortium 2025 with Dr. Jinzhong Yang and Dr. Bjorn Stemkens talking about the MR-Linac and the need for industry collaboration.

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MR-Linac Consortium 2025 with Dr. Prof. Martijn Intven talking about his research in rectal and pancreatic cancer treatment with an MR-Linac.

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MR-Linac Consortium 2025 with Cameron Baillie talking about the MR-Linac Consortium and why it is needed.

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