Desire After Diagnosis: Billy Quinlan on Sex and Healing

Today’s episode is a little different. I’m joined by Dani, host of The Menopause After Cancer Podcast and instead of recording two separate interviews, we decided to do something special: one shared episode, released across both our shows.Dani is a fellow cancer survivor, menopause advocate, and the founder of the UK’s only non-profit supporting people going through treatment-induced menopause. We dive into the stuff that really matters - the physical changes, the emotional impact, menopause, identity, and what it means to rebuild after cancer.So whether you’re here from my side or Danis, welcome! I'n super glad you're here, and I hope you enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I'm chatting to the lovely Lydia Reeves, a female body casting artist from Brighton. I got my chest cast after my mastectomy in her studio and had the most magical time! I've had my ups and downs with my body image after cancer and I know a lof you listening will feel the same. Whether you've had a visible change, gained wight on steroids, or simply just don't trust your body anymore. You're not alone. Lydia advocates for self acceptance in everything she does so I just had to get her on the podcast. We chat how growing up in the 90's warped our view of what women should look like (anyone remember the circle of shame?), her own journey of self acceptance, and how she empowers women to accept themselves through her art. I got to go down to Brighton to record in her studio so apologies if you hear seagulls but I personally love the sound. Anyway I hope you enjoy!Instagram: @lydiareeves_artistWebsite: https://www.lydiareeves.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is a little different as I speak to my best friend Fraser - who you may remember from such stories as 'the head lick incident' - about what it's like when someone you're close to gets diagnosed with cancer. Fraser is super in touch with his emotions and has some powerful insights.... lol JK it's really just 45 mins of us chatting pure shit and Fraser saying how he wasn't really that bothered by my cancer. More of an inconvenience for him really. Anyway it's a really funny episode, you're gunna love Fraser, and there are moments of reflection and advice, albeit fleeting... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So... what happens to your sex life after cancer? Spoiler alert, it’s complicated, but definitely not over.In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant Billy Quinlan to talk about boob(s), scars, lube, awkward - but shouldn't be- chats, and what it really means to feel sexy after a life-altering diagnosis. Billie is a sex and intimacy coach, the CEO and co-founder of The Ferly Method, and now author of her brand new book, Turn Yourself On. In this episode we unpack the myths around sex post-cancer, how to reconnect with your body, and why pleasure isn’t a luxury, it’s a right. Cancer may change things, but your desire for connection (and maybe a really good orgasm) doesn’t have to disappear.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theferlymethod/Buy the book: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/461916/turn-yourself-on-by-ferly-anna-hushlak-dphil-with-billie-quinlan-founders-of/9780241706640Contact Billie: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Guess who's back? It’s me and only me. Kate’s gone, from the podcast, not life, but RIP to our co-hosting era.Season 3 is here and I'm diving headfirst into the wild world of life after cancer, where the scans are clear (touch wood) but nothing else feels normal. We’re talking sex, dating, menopause, body image, sobriety, and everything in between. Expect the same brutal honesty as always, just with one less host, two less lumps, and much less organisation.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Just bout a year ago Shelley found out she had a place to trek the Himalayas all in the name of breast cancer awareness and CoppaFeel. Over the course of that year she trained her little butt off. lol JK. In true Shelley fashion she left everything to the last minute, went on about 2 training walks, and didn't even know the little rubbery things on the bottom of her walking poles actually came off to reveal the spikes... But also in true Shelley fashion, she cracked on regardless and came away with one hell of an experience, life long friends, a huge sense of purpose, and some very painful knees. In today's episode we chat all things CoppaTrekking, from fundraising, to (lack of) training, and how to (not so) successfully do a wild poo...Enjoy!Instagram: @onelump_ortwoMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/jump-jiveLicense code: LSBZJLTW9EEAUYJR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Twas the night before Christmas and James was being told he had cancer... Not the Christmas present he was hoping for to say the least. But as a nod to that we thought we'd publish his episode on that same fateful day, just four years later. You're welcome James!Here with his infectious attitude to life and cancer, James shares his experience in the hopes it will help other men to open up as well. Instagram: @onelump_ortwoInstagram: @jameschaddersMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/jump-jiveLicense code: LSBZJLTW9EEAUYJR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emma was diagnosed at 39, with Stage 3 triple negative breast cancer whilst working in a high-profile, stressful role at Nike. Her gift for strategising has always played a key role in her career so she adopted this approach to her cancer diagnosis too. Today she tells us about her master plan and her her new book!Instagram: @onelump_ortwoInstagram: @emma.thornton.livebraveLink to Purchase Emma's book: https://www.amazon.com/Live-Brave-Conquer-Cancer-Power/dp/B0D6887VCWMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/jump-jiveLicense code: LSBZJLTW9EEAUYJR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todays episode is slightly different becasue Jamie hasn't actually had cancer but she, and many other transgender people, have unique barriers when it comes to cancer screening and health care in general. Jamie takes us on a real deep dive into this really importatn, and often overlooked, topic. we both learned OLOT! See what we did there?https://outpatients.org.uk/tnbgd-screening/Instagram: @onelump_ortwoMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/jump-jiveLicense code: LSBZJLTW9EEAUYJR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fertility can be a huge consideration for everyone undergoing cancer treatment and we know you aren't always given all the information you need to make the right choice for you. That's why we've invited Dr Shelia Lane to talk us though potential options and things you should be considering. Just FYI this episode mainly focuses on fertility for those with uteruses. Becasue if we're being honest, it is slightly more complicated than if you have a penis and sperm...Fertility resourse: https://www.hfea.gov.uk/Fertility Resourses: https://cancerfertilityandme.org.uk/Early Menopause Resourse: https://www.daisynetwork.org/Surragacy Resourse: https://surrogacyuk.org/Instagram: @onelump_ortwoMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/jump-jiveLicense code: LSBZJLTW9EEAUYJR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.