The Eye Believe Podcast

Women, OM & What They Don’t Tell You | The Eye Believe Podcast

🎙️ Women, OM & What They Don’t Tell You | The Eye Believe Podcast

 

May is Ocular Melanoma Awareness Month and Women's Health Month, and we're diving deep into the challenges that come with both. In this powerful episode, Vikki, Kristen, and Danet open up about what it’s like to navigate ocular melanoma as young women—from fertility concerns and family planning to, yes… periods. 👀💬

 

Join us for an honest, real, and empowering conversation about the intersections of eye cancer and women’s health that often go unspoken.

 

👉 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to support awareness and keep these important conversations going.

 

#EyeBelievePodcast #OcularMelanoma #WomensHealthMonth #CancerAwareness #YoungAdultCancer #FertilityAfterCancer #OMAwareness #WomenWithOM

The Gift of Time | The Eye Believe Podcast

🎧 New Episode: “The Gift of Time” with Linds Brown | The Eye Believe Podcast

 

In this inspiring episode of the Eye Believe podcast, we’re joined by special guest Linds Brown, who shares a powerful message about time—how we view it, how it affects us, and how we can shift our mindset to see time as a gift rather than a limitation. Linds explores the idea that time is not against us—but on our side.

Through her thoughtful perspective, she offers practical and heartfelt advice on how to reframe the way we look at time, embrace the present moment, and cultivate a sense of peace and purpose in our everyday lives. 🕰️

Whether you're facing uncertainty, healing, or simply looking to reconnect with your inner strength, this episode will leave you feeling grounded and empowered.

 

✨ Listen now and discover how a change in perspective can change everything.

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The Mental Side of Men’s Health | Eye Believe Podcast

In honor of Men’s Health Month, we’re diving deep into a conversation that’s often overlooked: men’s mental health.

 

This week on the Eye Believe Podcast, we're joined by Alexander Vasquez, an advocate and voice for men's emotional wellness. He opens up about his personal journey, breaking the silence around mental struggles, and why it’s time we redefine strength—not as stoicism, but as vulnerability and connection.

 

💬 Let’s talk about it. Let’s change the narrative.

 

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#MensHealthMonth #MentalHealthAwareness #EyeBelievePodcast #OMWarrior #MensMentalHealth #OcularMelanoma

Men’s Health, Balance, and Living with Low Vision | The Eye Believe Podcast

🎧 New Episode Alert! Eye Believe Podcast – Featuring Mike De Vivo | Men’s Health Month Special

 

June is Men’s Health Month, and we’re diving into the importance of men’s wellness with expert trainer and advocate Mike De Vivo! In this episode, Mike opens up about the unique challenges men face when it comes to prioritizing health.

 

We cover essential topics like:

How balance and routine support long-term wellness

Fitness strategies that work for everyone, including those with low vision

Tools and tips for building a healthier, more mindful lifestyle

 

Mike’s insights are relatable, inspiring, and packed with takeaways that apply far beyond the gym. Whether you’re navigating vision loss or just trying to live a more balanced life, this conversation is for you.

 

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🎙️ Listen now and be part of the movement for better men's health!

 

#EyeBelievePodcast #MensHealthMonth #LowVisionAwareness #MensWellness #ACureInSight #HealthAndFitness #DisabilityFitness #VisionLoss #MikeDeVivo

How Jiu-Jitsu Transforms Men’s Health | The Eye Believe Podcast

Step onto the mat with us for a powerful new episode of the Eye Believe Podcast as we welcome Marco Moreno, a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu black belt and owner of Mastery Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Leesburg, Virginia.

 

In honor of Men’s Health Month, Marco joins us to talk about the vital role of physical activity, stress management, and community connection in improving men’s health.

 

From discipline on the mat to confidence off it, this episode is packed with wisdom for anyone looking to strengthen their body, mindset, and life. Whether you’re a martial arts enthusiast or just looking for practical ways to improve your well-being—this one’s for you.

 

🎧 Listen now, and let us know your thoughts in the comments!

 

#JiuJitsu #MensHealthMonth #EyeBelievePodcast #MarcoMoreno #RelsonGracie #MartialArts #MentalHealth #PhysicalFitness #MasteryJiuJitsu #HealthAndWellness

Ocular Melanoma Clinical Trials: What You Need to Know in 2025

🎙️ New Episode Alert: Eye Believe Podcast with Dr. Pauline Funchain! 👁️🧬

 

In this powerful new episode of The Eye Believe Podcast, host Danet Peterson sits down with the brilliant Dr. Pauline Funchain, a leading researcher in ocular oncology, to explore the latest news in clinical trials for ocular melanoma.

 

Tune in to catch the “411” of clinical trials for metastatic uveal melanoma. In this episode, Dr. Funchain helps explain some of the key phrases to understand when researching a clinical trial, and we end with the most current list of actively recruiting clinical trials as of 5/5/25. The most hopeful thing for you as patients? Learning about the evolving space of clinical trials and just how hard our doctors are working to keep trials accessible!

 

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🎧 Listen on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts!

 

#EyeBelievePodcast #OcularMelanoma #ClinicalTrials #EyeCancer #DrPaulineFunchain #DanetPeterson #ACureInSight #Immunotherapy #CancerResearch #RareDiseaseAwareness

🍦 Why I Eat Pink Ice Cream – Sharlene Carlson's Story | The Eye Believe Podcast 🎙️

🍦 Why I Eat Pink Ice Cream – Sharlene Carlson's Story | The Eye Believe Podcast 🎙️

 

In celebration of National Ice Cream Day (July 20th), we’re thrilled to welcome back Sharlene Carlson to The Eye Believe Podcast!

 

Sharlene shares the powerful story behind her love for pink ice cream — a sweet symbol of resilience, survivorship, and hope after her ocular melanoma journey. 💖

 

Whether you're a survivor, a caregiver, or someone who believes in finding joy in the little things — this episode will inspire you to celebrate your resilience in your own unique way.

 

👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this story of strength and pink power!

 

#EyeBelievePodcast #ACureInSight #PinkIceCream #Resilience #OMSurvivor #SharleneCarlson #OcularMelanoma #NationalIceCreamDay #SurvivorshipStories

A Physician Assistant Becomes the Patient | The Eye Believe Podcast

🎧 New Episode: A Physician Assistant Becomes the Patient — Mark Moore’s Ocular Melanoma Journey

 

In this moving episode of the Eye Believe Podcast, host Megan Bekkedahl sits down with Mark Moore, an ocular melanoma patient and practicing physician assistant, who shares his story of diagnosis, treatment, and healing — all through the dual lens of a medical professional and a survivor.

 

Mark opens up about:

The moment he discovered something was wrong

Navigating the emotional and clinical sides of being a patient

How his medical background shaped his decisions and experience

This episode is a must-listen for anyone touched by ocular melanoma — whether you're newly diagnosed, a caregiver, or in the medical community.

 

Watch, learn, and be inspired by a story that reminds us all of the power of empathy, knowledge, and resilience.

 

👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to help us raise awareness for ocular melanoma.

 

#EyeBelievePodcast #OcularMelanoma #MarkMoore #PatientStory #PhysicianAssistant #EyeCancerAwareness #RareDisease #ACureInSight #SurvivorStory #omawareness

How to Cope with Scanxiety | The Eye Believe Podcast

🎙️ The Eye Believe Podcast – New Episode Featuring Danet Peterson: How to Cope with Scanxiety Ocular melanoma is hard enough — but the stress around regular scans can be overwhelming. In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Danet Peterson opens up about her own journey with “scanxiety” — the emotional rollercoaster that comes before, during, and after medical scans. Danet shares her personal coping strategies, mindset shifts, and practical tips to help manage the anxiety that so many in the ocular melanoma community know all too well. From self-care rituals to reframing fear into empowerment, this episode is filled with insight, hope, and encouragement for anyone facing the wait for scan results. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, in long-term follow-up, or supporting a loved one, Danet’s wisdom offers comfort and actionable ways to navigate the stress of scan season. Listen now for tools, empathy, and the reminder that you are not alone.

Blind Before the Diagnosis: Ashley Morgan’s Extraordinary Journey with Ocular Melanoma | The Eye Believe Podcast

Meet Ashley Morgan — a true rarity in the ocular melanoma community. Before her diagnosis, Ashley was already navigating life completely blind. In this powerful and inspiring conversation, Ashley shares her extraordinary journey, resilience, and the realities of facing a cancer diagnosis without sight.

 

Her story is one of courage, hope, and the unwavering belief that even in darkness, you can still shine. 🌟

 

🎧 Listen now and be moved by Ashley’s strength and perspective.

 

#EyeBelievePodcast #OcularMelanoma #RareDiseaseAwareness #BlindAndBrave #CancerSurvivor #InspiringStories #VisionWithoutSight #OMWarrior #EyeCancerAwareness #RareButThere #BlindnessAwareness #HopeInTheDark