We have the pleasure of talking with filmmaker and journalist, Traven Rice, about her experiences with Breast Cancer. We talk about how she discovered she had cancer, her treatment, the effects breast cancer can have on your mind and body, and the importance of community. We discuss how breast cancer can impact your view of your identity and how a mastectomy is not just a “boob job.” We also talk about seeing the experience of Breast Cancer on screen and why Traven wanted to create a comedic film about having a memorial for her left breast called Lay Lefty Down, which she is currently raising funds for at
LayLeftyDown.com. Content warning – today we discuss terminal cancer and death. Listen to our conversation on breast cancer representation in film and TV:
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Patreon.com/BraaainsPodcast 00:00 Introduction and Acknowledgment
00:36 Exploring Traven Rice's Experience with Breast Cancer
06:18 The Emotional Impact of Discovering Breast Cancer
08:37 Navigating Treatment Decisions and Medical Team
10:54 Camp Breastie and the Importance of Supportive Communities
13:41 The Need for Open Conversations and Awareness
19:26 Creating a Comedic Film about Breast Cancer
23:08 Emotional Journey and Healing through Filmmaking
26:30 Breast Cancer Myths and Realizations
29:25 The Importance of Sharing Experiences
30:22 Addressing the Emotional and Psychological Aspects of Breast Cancer
31:17 Finding Support and Building a Community
34:35 Utilizing Resources for Support
38:55 Advocating for Comfortable Medical Care
43:15 The Power of Laughter and Sharing Stories
44:13 Lay Lefty Down: Starting Conversations and Providing Support with Film
49:17 Sarah Received a Grant for a Personal Film Project -- Hoorah!
51:46 The Need for Diverse Stories and Voices