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by Eleonora Teplinsky
A diagnosis of cancer is life changing. We spend so much time discussing treatment plans and physical side effects of treatment but we don't always have the opportunity to truly discuss how a cancer diagnosis affects a woman emotionally -- her feelings, worries, and fears. However, these conversations need to take place. In this podcast, we will have these difficult conversations. I will be speaking with women who are all at various stages of cancer treatment. We will talk about anything and everything related to the cancer experience. Many women feel overwhelmed or uncomfortable at in-person support groups or may not have anyone to discuss their experiences with. My hope is that this podcast will provide support, encouragement, inspiration, hope, courage, and most importantly, strength to women as they navigate through their own cancer journey.Cancer brings normal life to a halt. It creates an INTERLUDE. Let’s talk about it.
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- 2 weeks ago
204. Laurie Hutcheson, Executive Director of Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance
October 15th is Lobular Breast Cancer Awareness Day and today we are talking about lobular breast cancer! In this episode of the Interlude Podcast, I’m joined by Laurie Hutcheson, Invasive Lobular Cancer Patient Advocate & Executive Director of Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance (LBCA). Laurie and her team at LBCA are driving a bus across the country in an effort to raise lobular breast cancer awareness. Lobular breast cancer is the second most common type of breast cancer with rising incidence, is harder to detect, and has a distinct biology (despite treatments clumping lobular and ductal breast cancers together). LBCA stopped to see me on the bus and we were able to record this conversation on the bus! In this episode, we talk all about lobular breast cancer, the need for lobular breast cancer specific research and the incredible work that LBCA is doing to support research, advocacy and education. Follow Dr. Teplinsky on Instagram @drteplinsky, on TikTok, YouTube, or on any other social media platform. You can also visit http://www.drteplinsky.com. Books: My book, Beyond The Pink: Navigating Life, Health, and Breast Cancer is out on 9/29/2026!! Pre-order today!. You can also pre-order on Barnes and Noble or anywhere else you buy books. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
- Sep 18, 2026
203. All About Gynecologic Cancer with Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Melissa Hodeib
In this episode of the Interlude Podcast, I’m joined by board-certified gynecologic oncologist, Dr. Melissa Hodeib, to talk all about gynecologic cancer. September is Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month and in this conversation, we discuss how to recognize, screen for, and reduce risk from gynecologic cancers while emphasizing patient advocacy and individualized care. In this conversation, we talk about: *Basics of gynecologic cancer screening *Red flags or symptoms to pay attention to *Genetic testing *Ovarian cancer risk reduction through opportunistic salpingectomy (fallopian tube removal) *High risk mutation carrier management *Gynecologic cancer and menopause *Menopausal hormonal therapy *Myths and misconceptions surrounding breast and gynecologic cancer Follow Dr. Teplinsky on Instagram @drteplinsky, on TikTok, YouTube, or on any other social media platform. You can also visit http://www.drteplinsky.com. Books: My book, Beyond The Pink: Navigating Life, Health, and Breast Cancer is out on 9/29/2026!! Pre-order today!. You can also pre-order on Barnes and Noble or anywhere else you buy books. Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
- Aug 24, 2026
202. Living with Metastatic Triple-Negative Breast Cancer & the Journey to Motherhood with Wren Morrobel
In this episode of the Interlude Podcast, I’m joined by Wren Morrobel, a metastatic triple-negative breast cancer thriver, patient advocate, and creator of Living Our Breast Lives. Wren was diagnosed with early-stage triple-negative breast cancer at just 29 and was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer one year later. Today, she has been living with no evidence of disease (NED) for six and a half years, which is truly incredible. Wren’s story is one of advocacy, fear, community, and joy. We talk about what it really means to live with metastatic breast cancer—even when scans show no evidence of disease—and the complicated decisions that can come with long-term treatment. Wren shares her experience with treatment, advocating for changes in her care, and navigating the uncertainty that comes with making decisions when there isn’t always data to tell us exactly what to do. Wren has dedicated so much of that time to lifting up others in the metastatic breast cancer community and through her platform and podcast, Wren shares the real, often complicated experiences of living with metastatic disease and works to make sure other thrivers feel seen and heard. We talk about an incredibly exciting new chapter in Wren’s life: motherhood. After years of hoping, planning, fertility preservation, and navigating cancer alongside questions about her future, Wren and her husband are expecting a baby boy through gestational surrogacy this December. Wren speaks candidly about the joy of preparing to become a mom, but also about the complex emotions that can accompany gestational surrogacy. In This Episode, We Discuss: * Wren’s diagnosis with triple-negative breast cancer at age 29 and metastatic breast cancer one year later * Living with metastatic breast cancer while NED for six and a half years * Immunotherapy and the evolution of treatment for triple-negative breast cancer * What happens when a cancer treatment that is working for you is no longer FDA-approved for your type of cancer * The uncertainty surrounding long-term immunotherapy * Advocating for treatment de-escalation and more flexibility in cancer care * Knowing when it may be time to change oncologists or healthcare systems * Why the relationship you need with your healthcare team may change over time * Why describing metastatic breast cancer as a “chronic illness” can fail to capture the reality of living with the disease * The emotional toll of metastatic breast cancer advocacy and losing members of the community * Fertility preservation at the time of a breast cancer diagnosis * Wren’s decision to pursue gestational surrogacy * The process of finding a gestational carrier and preparing for embryo transfer * The joy—and complicated emotions—of becoming a parent through surrogacy * How the metastatic breast cancer community has supported Wren throughout her journey * Finding space for hope, joy, and plans for the future while living with metastatic breast cancer Follow Wren on Instagram and listen to her podcast, Living Our Breast Lives. Follow Dr. Teplinsky on Instagram @drteplinsky, on TikTok, YouTube, or on any other social media platform. You can also visit http://www.drteplinsky.com. Books: My book, Beyond The Pink: Navigating Life, Health, and Breast Cancer is out on 9/29/2026!! Pre-order today! Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
- Jul 25, 2026
201. Bone Health, Osteoporosis & Calcium: A Conversation with Dr. Adrienne Bitar
Bone health is about much more than avoiding fractures later in life—it’s an essential part of healthy aging, cancer survivorship, and overall wellness. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Adrienne Bitar, co-founder and co-CEO of Seen Nutrition and a lecturer in food studies at Cornell University, to discuss osteoporosis, bone health, and why women’s bone health deserves far more attention than it receives. Seen Nutrition is a bone health nutrition startup that innovated the first dietary calcium chew made entirely from food. Dr. Bitar is also a lecturer at Cornell University and author of Diet and the Disease of Civilization, a monograph on the cultural history of American diet. She holds a PhD from Stanford University, undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley, and completed her postdoctoral work at Cornell University. Today, we break down what osteoporosis is, why it’s known as a “silent disease,” how DEXA scans are used to measure bone density, and why waiting until age 65 for screening may be too late for many women. We also discuss the impact of cancer treatments and other cancer therapies on bone and muscle health, when to consider earlier bone density testing, and how DEXA results can influence treatment decisions and long-term survivorship care. Finally, we cover practical, evidence-based strategies you can start today to protect your bones, including calcium and vitamin D, strength training, weight-bearing exercise, balance training, and fall prevention. Whether you’re approaching menopause, navigating cancer treatment or survivorship, or simply thinking about your long-term health, this episode is full of practical information to help you build and maintain strong bones for years to come. You can learn more about Seen Nutrition and Seen’s innovative calcium chew at http://www.seennutrition.com or follow Seen on Instagram and other socials @thecalciumqueens. Follow Seen Nutrition on their website or on Instagram. Follow Dr. Teplinsky on Instagram @drteplinsky, on TikTok, YouTube, or on any other social media platform. You can also visit http://www.drteplinsky.com. Books: My book, Beyond The Pink: Navigating Life, Health, and Breast Cancer is out on 9/29/2026!! Pre-order today! Dr. Bitar’s book: Diet and the Disease of Civilization Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
- Jul 3, 2026
200. Ebonie Michelle (Patient Advocate, Breast Cancer Survivor, Founder and CEO of Prowl the LAB)
On today’s episode, I’m joined by Ebonie Michelle, a breast cancer survivor, patient advocate, and founder and CEO of Prowl The LAB. Through Prowl The LAB, Ebonie empowers women and couples to reclaim their health and sexuality as they navigate disease, different-ability, and trauma. Her work highlights the connection between health, intimacy, body image, and overall well-being—topics that are so important, yet too often overlooked in cancer care. In today’s conversation, we talk about Ebonie’s own breast cancer diagnosis and how it shaped the work she does today. We discuss why conversations about sexual health need to happen earlier and more often, the impact that cancer can have on body image, relationships, and identity, and why survivorship is about so much more than finishing treatment. We also talk about practical ways that patients can begin reconnecting with their bodies after cancer, how clinicians can feel more comfortable bringing up these conversations, and why sometimes simply acknowledging what a patient is going through can make all the difference. This is such an important conversation for patients, survivors, caregivers, advocates, and healthcare professionals alike. I hope you’ll come away with a better understanding of why caring for the whole person—including their sexual health and overall well-being—is an essential part of cancer care. Follow Ebonie on Instagram and visit Prowl the LAB for incredible resources Follow Dr. Teplinsky on Instagram @drteplinsky, on TikTok, YouTube, or on any other social media platform. You can also visit http://www.drteplinsky.com. Books: My book, Beyond The Pink: Navigating Life, Health, and Breast Cancer is out on 9/29/2026!! Pre-order today! Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
- Jun 19, 2026
199. Sarrah Strimel Bentley (Advocate, Speaker, Breast Cancer Survivor and Mom)
In this episode of the Interlude podcast, I sit down with Sarrah Strimel Bentley. Sarrah was a former Broadway performer and yoga instructor when she was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 38 in 2020. She underwent surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and fertility preservation before making the decision to build her family through surrogacy while continuing long-term endocrine therapy. Today, we talk about it all: navigating fertility and surrogacy after cancer, survivorship, mental health, finding joy in the hard moments, and redefining life after a breast cancer diagnosis. Sarrah shares her recent decision to go alcohol-free and how she’s living fully after cancer. She is also the founder of A Chance For Life, an incredible organization that brings the gift of a total surrogacy journey to young breast cancer survivors and I highly recommend supporting! Follow Sarrah on Instagram. Follow Dr. Teplinsky on Instagram @drteplinsky, on TikTok, YouTube, or on any other social media platform. You can also visit her website at http://www.drteplinsky.com. Books: My book, Beyond The Pink: Navigating Life, Health, and Breast Cancer is out on 9/29/2026!! Pre-order today! Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
- Jun 6, 2026
198. Kathy Myers (Long-term breast cancer survivor who found community through dragon boat racing)
In this episode of the Interlude podcast, I speak with Kathy Myers, a long-term breast cancer survivor whose story takes us from a surprise diagnosis to a powerful, community-centered life after treatment. We recorded this conversation on Kathy’s 67th birthday, which was really meaningful. Kathy was diagnosed back in 2002 when her doctor felt a small breast lump just shortly after a normal mammogram. She was diagnosed with stage I breast cancer and went through treatment, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. She initially joined a poetry group but then discovered dragon boating. Dragon boat racing is a high-energy water sport originating in ancient China. Teams of up to 20 paddlers move in unison to a drummer’s beat, in long boats decorated with dragon heads and tails. Through dragon boat racing, she found community and her team Hope Afloat USA (based out of Pennsylvania, on the Schuylkill River) is made up of breast cancer survivors and thrivers. Kathy talks about how transformative dragon boat racing has been for her over the last two decades and reflects on the complex emotions of survivorship: navigating family and caregivers’ coping styles, ending a toxic marriage, finding love again, worrying about her daughters’ risk and undergoing genetic testing, and learning that it’s okay to keep talking about cancer even when treatment is “over.” This conversation is about movement, community, and connection as medicine—finding your people, and redefining what it means not just to survive, but to truly live after cancer. Follow Dr. Teplinsky on Instagram @drteplinsky, on TikTok, YouTube, or on any other social media platform. You can also visit her website at http://www.drteplinsky.com. Books: “Beyond The Pink” by Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky (out 9/29/2026- pre order today!). Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
- May 29, 2026
197. GnRH Agonists (Lupron/Zoladex) for Ovarian Function Suppression in Premenopausal Hormone Receptor Positive Breast Cancer: Monthly vs Every 3 Months?
Ovarian function suppression (OFS) is a key part of treatment for many premenopausal patients with hormone receptor–positive breast cancer, and is combined with tamoxifen or an aromatase inhibitor. OFS can be achieved surgically by removing the ovaries or medically with GnRH agonists such as Lupron or Zoladex. At the 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting, a meta-analysis of 15 studies by Pedro Reis et al (Abstract 542) involving more than 4,300 patients compared monthly versus every-3-month GnRH agonist dosing. The findings suggest that every-3-month dosing provides ovarian suppression, survival outcomes, and safety profiles comparable to monthly administration. However, the study also found that approximately 10% of patients experienced ovarian escape (inadequate ovarian suppression), with rates rising to 31% when ultrasensitive estradiol assays were used. What these findings mean in practice—and whether routine estradiol monitoring should become standard—remains unclear. In this episode, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky breaks down the study, discuss how it may influence clinical practice, and explore the ongoing questions surrounding ovarian suppression, estradiol monitoring, and treatment optimization for premenopausal patients with hormone receptor–positive breast cancer. Links: Follow Dr. Teplinsky on Instagram @drteplinsky, on TikTok, YouTube, or on any other social media platform. You can also visit her website at http://www.drteplinsky.com. Books: “Beyond The Pink” by Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky (out 9/29/2026- pre order today!). Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment.
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About INTERLUDE: Cancer Stories with Dr. Teplinsky
A diagnosis of cancer is life changing. We spend so much time discussing treatment plans and physical side effects of treatment but we don't always have the opportunity to truly discuss how a cancer diagnosis affects a woman emotionally -- her feelings, worries, and fears. However, these conversations need to take place. In this podcast, we will have these difficult conversations. I will be speaking with women who are all at various stages of cancer treatment. We will talk about anything and everything related to the cancer experience. Many women feel overwhelmed or uncomfortable at in-person support groups or may not have anyone to discuss their experiences with. My hope is that this podcast will provide support, encouragement, inspiration, hope, courage, and most importantly, strength to women as they navigate through their own cancer journey.Cancer brings normal life to a halt. It creates an INTERLUDE. Let’s talk about it.
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