Susan Helmrich
Susan Helmrich is a three-time cancer survivor, a world-ranked masters swimmer and one of the country’s top health and wellness coaches. Get inspired by her passion for not only surviving but thriving as well.
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For the first time in nearly a decade, former co-anchors Jim Payne and Wendy Chioji are together again. To kick off their reunion, Jim asked if he could ask Wendy some candid, personal questions about her ongoing battle with a rare form of cancer. She said, “Why not?”
Childhood Cancer Warrior
Out of all types of cancer, childhood cancers account for less than 1 percent, but that still means every year, more than 10,000 children and their families will hear that frightening diagnosis. Each has quite a story to tell, and that’s especially true of a young man named Benji Watson.
Dr. David Agus
The next 5-10 years may forever change the way we approach health care. Renowned physician Dr. David Agus explains why these are called the lucky years. He shares some of the exciting new research that is saving lives and changing lives.
Harriette Thompson
Meet the three-time cancer survivor who is also the oldest woman to ever run a marathon. We get an inspirational message of hope from 92-year-old Harriette Thompson about what’s possible in life.
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Robert Drapkin, M.D.
Meet the highly respected cancer doctor who took up weightlifting in his 50s because he wanted to prove something life-changing and maybe even life-saving to us all. Now in his 70s, wait until you hear how he is smashing world records and changing the world’s perceptions on fitness for older adults.
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Doug Dvorak
Major companies hire motivational speaker Doug Dvorak to inspire their top executives. Today, he’s here just for you to help you discover how to create the life you want.
He’s Handling the Spotlight Just Fine
The man who has beaten cancer over and over again is now ranked number two in the world for his age group, in the Ironman 70.3 distance. It would be an incredible feat for any athlete, but since Tony has to swim for 1.2 miles, bike for 56 miles and run for 13 miles at every event, it also proves that when you believe in yourself and refuse to give up, you can achieve amazing things.
Love Can Move Mountains
What do you get when you combine one of the world’s greatest mountains, one of the world’s greatest mountaineers with one of the world’s greatest causes? One of the world’s greatest adventures.
The Faces of ‘Surviving & Thriving’
Now in its third season, “Surviving & Thriving” is our Emmy-nominated show that shines a spotlight on those who show us what’s possible in the face of hardships. Meet some of the men and women who are proving that when life knocks us down, having real hope can make all the difference in the world.
Jock Freemantle
Jock Freemantle is in a race against a terminal cancer diagnosis to mass produce one of the coolest cars ever built. Despite his diagnosis, his attitude and enthusiasm for life remains upbeat and contagious. Get inspired to try new things and embrace all aspects of life.
Tony Handler
Not even six different types of cancer and more than 20 surgeries can slow Tony Handler down. We catch up with this 75-year-old triathlon superstar.