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The Bottom Line Podcast

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'After Rory passed, I felt frustrated, sadness and grief and I needed to let it out.' ~ Olivia

September 30, 2026 · 25 min

The world at their feet, Rory and Olivia were building a life together when Rory was diagnosed with an aggressive mutation of bowel cancer and passed away soon after, aged just 34. Oliva chats about how she felt lost, angry and isolated…
'My research is grounded in the view that contemporary early-onset bowel cancer is a new type of disease ...' ~ A/Prof Dan Buchanan

September 1, 2026 · 19 min

A/Prof Dan Buchanan, recently announced Director of the Centre of Research Excellence (CRE) ARTEMIS, discusses the upcoming five-year research program that will investigate the aetiology, risk factors, tumourigenesis, exposures, microbiome…
'I need my life to be as normal as possible ….' ~ Sarah

August 31, 2026 · 32 min

Misdiagnosis, symptom dismissal and age bias dominated Sarah’s health for over five years until she was eventually diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer aged 29. Learn of Sarah’s persistence, vulnerability and resilience as she delves into…
'It will be nice to get to a stage where we don’t have to fight to be heard ...' ~ Natalie

July 31, 2026 · 25 min

This episode delves into the power of the collective voice as Natalie and Andrew discuss attending Bowel Cancer Australia’s preeminent advocacy event, Call on Canberra. "Call on Canberra is very special. . . Our voice together is…
'The impact of losing a loved one is profound – this is why we Dry July'

June 30, 2026 · 22 min

It’s Dry July and Megan and Kayla join Stephanie to talk about how bowel cancer impacted their families lives and why they are raising funds for Bowel Cancer Australia’s in-person specialist Bowel Care Nurses through the Dry July…

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'The connection Nat had with her palliative care doctor was so important to her positivity.' ~ Willis

May 31, 2026 · 26 min

Losing his wife recently to bowel cancer, Willis opens up to Stephanie about the challenges of life as a widower and being a single parent, but how the purpose of family and making memories together has helped them move forward. Willis…
'I wanted to do something unique to get people talking and raise awareness' ~ Matt

April 30, 2026 · 19 min

Sharing his empowering lived experience to raise awareness of early-onset bowel cancer, Matt Duggan is running 550km across Tasmania (for the second time!) in May 2026. Matt chats openly with Stephanie about the challenges of telling…
'We really need genetics and genomics to be brought into the mainstream of healthcare.'

March 31, 2026 · 36 min

Highly regarded Geneticist, Professor Ingrid Winship AO discusses the dynamic world of genomics and how a genetic test may impact you and your family. Drawing on her decades of experience Professor Winship provides practical information to…
'Without this treatment I would not be here ...' ~ Taylor

March 3, 2026 · 44 min

Aged just 27 when she was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer, Taylor chats to Stephanie about the challenges of losing her identity to cancer, the pressure it put on her loved ones, and how accessing a clinical trial was literally…
'Women have complex body systems that deserve careful attention ...' ~ Kristin

February 28, 2026 · 34 min

Navigating a bowel cancer diagnosis as a woman can be particularly complex. Issues like perimenopause and menopause can have overlapping symptoms, making it challenging to identify what’s truly going on. "Bowel cancer buddies", Kat and…
'Let people with experience walk with you ...' ~ Hannah

February 1, 2026 · 28 min

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with bowel cancer, we're here for you. This informative chat with Bowel Care Nurse, Fiona, and Psychosocial Support, Hannah, discusses the importance of supportive care and provides a snapshot of…
'Being able to exercise gave me a sense of control back ...'

January 4, 2026 · 31 min

This New Year make exercise a priority. The benefits of exercise are well documented. Bowel Care Exercise Physiologist, Kailey, provides tips to help keep you motivated before, during and after treatment. Joining Kailey on this episode is…

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About the show

Bowel Cancer Australia's award winning podcast hosted by bowel cancer survivor, Stephanie, is a monthly chat sharing stories and lived-experiences. Hearing from those living with or beyond bowel cancer, as well as health professionals involved in bowel cancer treatment and care, can be a valuable resource that can encourage and inspire others. Please note, podcasts may occasionally contain content that some listeners may find distressing.