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What’s Behind the Bra? – Breast Cancer Stories of Hope & Survival

What’s Behind the Bra? – Breast Cancer Stories of Hope & Survival

Monique J. Bass – What’s Behind The Bra? 41 Episodes Oct 3, 2026

What’s Behind the Bra? is a live podcast and digital storytelling platform founded by breast cancer survivor Monique J. Bass. It amplifies the voices of breast cancer survivors, fighters, caregivers, and families, sharing real stories beyond the diagnosis. The platform features two series: What’s Behind the Bra? for women’s journeys and What’s Behind the Pecs? for men impacted by breast cancer. Through heartfelt, educational, and empowering conversations, the podcast raises awareness, builds community, and reminds listeners that no one fights alone.

Episodes

Bret, Peggy & Bob Miller: A Family’s Mission to Raise Male Breast Cancer Awareness
Bret, Peggy & Bob Miller: A Family’s Mission to Raise Male Breast Cancer Awareness Oct 3, 2026 3262 Men get breast cancer too—and the Miller family is helping normalize the conversation.In this episode of What’s Behind The Bra? Healing Stories, host Monique J. Bass, breast cancer survivor and founder of What’s Behind The Bra?, sits down with Bret Miller and his parents, Peggy and Bob Miller, of Male Breast Cancer Happens.Together, they share Bret’s breast cancer journey, the experience of suppor
Living With Metastatic Breast Cancer: Atiba Page’s Story & Advice for the Newly Diagnosed
Living With Metastatic Breast Cancer: Atiba Page’s Story & Advice for the Newly Diagnosed Oct 3, 2026 3613 Monique Bass, breast cancer survivor and founder of What’s Behind The Bra?, sits down with Atiba Page for a heartfelt conversation about living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC).Atiba shares her personal experience and words of advice for those newly diagnosed, offering encouragement as they navigate the emotions and uncertainty that can come with a diagnosis.This episode of Healing Stories make
Breast Cancer, Faith & Strength in Sisterhood with Monique “Neek Neek” Williams
Breast Cancer, Faith & Strength in Sisterhood with Monique “Neek Neek” Williams Sep 30, 2026 4054 In this episode of What’s Behind The Bra? Healing Stories, host Monique J. Bass welcomes Monique “Neek Neek” Williams for a heartfelt conversation about breast cancer, faith, and the strength of sisterhood.Monique shares her journey through diagnosis, surgeries, chemotherapy, and unexpected health challenges, reflecting on how her faith in Allah and the love of her village helped carry her through
Still Her: Amber Johnson’s Journey as an MBC Warrior | What’s Behind The Bra?
Still Her: Amber Johnson’s Journey as an MBC Warrior | What’s Behind The Bra? Sep 29, 2026 3497 Amber Johnson joins Monique J. Bass on What’s Behind The Bra? Healing Stories to share her experience living with metastatic breast cancer (MBC).Two photos of Amber—one bald during treatment and one today—capture different moments in her journey. In this conversation, Amber shares what those images mean to her and speaks about identity, motherhood, support, and the parts of life with MBC that a ph
Kisha DuPree: From Diagnosis to Healing — A HER2+ Breast Cancer Journey
Kisha DuPree: From Diagnosis to Healing — A HER2+ Breast Cancer Journey Sep 24, 2026 3579 In this powerful episode of Healing Stories: What’s Behind the Bra?, host Monique J. Bass sits down with Kisha DuPree to share her journey through Stage 2 HER2-positive breast cancer.After first noticing changes in her breast and underarm in March 2025, Kisha reached out to her GYN and began a series of tests that ultimately led to her diagnosis on April 16, 2025.Kisha opens up about undergoing si
Coach Remmidy: Healing Begins When We Find the Courage to Speak | Breast Cancer, Trauma & Turning Survival Into Purpose
Coach Remmidy: Healing Begins When We Find the Courage to Speak | Breast Cancer, Trauma & Turning Survival Into Purpose Sep 24, 2026 2939 In this powerful episode of What’s Behind The Bra? Podcast, Monique Bass sits down with Coach Remmidy — an award-winning, three-time published author, breast cancer survivor, speaker, advocate, spiritual guide, and co-founder of Meaningful Expressions.Coach Remmidy opens up about her breast cancer journey and the emotional layers of survivorship that often remain unseen. She shares how moments dur
Breast Cancer Survivor Christie Love Shares Her Story | What’s Behind the Bra?
Breast Cancer Survivor Christie Love Shares Her Story | What’s Behind the Bra? Sep 15, 2026 3707 Join Monique J. Bass, founder of What’s Behind The Bra?, for a powerful conversation with special guest and breast cancer survivor Christie Love.Christie will share her personal journey, strength, healing, and the lessons she has learned through breast cancer survivorship.Watch live on Monday, September 14, from 7–8 PM ET.Subscribe, like, share, and join us as we continue sharing real stories of h
They Paid for My Breasts, but Not My Teeth: The Struggles After Breast Cancer
They Paid for My Breasts, but Not My Teeth: The Struggles After Breast Cancer Sep 10, 2026 3842 What happens when breast reconstruction is covered, but the dental care you need after cancer treatment isn’t?In this candid conversation with Keisha Taylor, host Monique J. Bass—breast cancer survivor and founder of What’s Behind The Bra?—shares her personal experience with dental problems after treatment, repeated procedures, and the fight for insurance coverage, even with her dentist advocating
Still Standing: Living with Breast Cancer & Finding Purpose | Mimi Frazier
Still Standing: Living with Breast Cancer & Finding Purpose | Mimi Frazier Sep 2, 2026 3628 Title: Still Standing: Mimi Frazier on Breast Cancer, Healing & PurposeDescription: Diagnosed with Stage 3B invasive breast cancer in 2015 at just 34, Mimi Frazier has refused to let cancer define her. Now 45 and not in remission, she continues navigating treatment, recovery, and healing while helping others find support and purpose.In this episode of What’s Behind the Bra?, host Monique Bass
Life After Breast Cancer: Family, Faith & Purpose with Miranda “Randi” Basden
Life After Breast Cancer: Family, Faith & Purpose with Miranda “Randi” Basden Sep 1, 2026 2866 Monique Bass, Founder and Host of What’s Behind the Bra, sits down with Miranda “Randi” Basden—a wife, mother of four, entrepreneur, financial educator, autism mom, and breast cancer survivor.Diagnosed in 2025, Randi underwent a lumpectomy and radiation while navigating the emotional realities of cancer and caring for her family. Her story was featured in USA TODAY after a heartfelt speech from he
From Diagnosis to Purpose: Kia Harris-Carr
From Diagnosis to Purpose: Kia Harris-Carr Sep 1, 2026 3546 What happens when a healthcare leader suddenly finds herself on the other side of care—as the patient?On this episode of What’s Behind The Bra? – Breast Cancer Stories of Hope & Survival, Founder and Host Monique Bass sits down with Kia Harris-Carr, healthcare leader, breast and ovarian cancer survivor, and Founder & Board President of Beautiful Faces Foundation.Kia shares her personal can
27 Years of Thriving: Terlisa Sheppard’s Breast Cancer Journey
27 Years of Thriving: Terlisa Sheppard’s Breast Cancer Journey Sep 1, 2026 4029 What does it mean to keep living when you’ve been told you have terminal cancer?Monique Bass, founder and host of What’s Behind the Bra?, sits down with Terlisa Sheppard, a 27-year breast cancer thriver, for a heartfelt conversation about her journey, including a Stage 4 diagnosis.Terlisa shares her experience navigating medical care, speaking up when something wasn’t right, and finding hope throu

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