Miss Sharon Jones! Back at the Movies, The Cancer Edition

04/13/22 • 34 min

The Cancer Pod: Integrative Medicine Talk

Sharon Jones was the electrifying front-woman for the NYC band, The Dap-Kings. She captivated audiences with her raw energy and talent. A diagnosis of cancer derailed her career but didn't deter her. Tina & Leah talk about the film and the shared challenges of those who see their world upended by cancer and its treatment.
The film was directed by Academy Award-winning director, Barbara Kopple and is available to stream online.
Links we mentioned in this episode and other cool stuff:

Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings Official Website

Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings Bandcamp site

Sharon Springs, New York

Beekman Farm, Sharon Springs, New York

Link to performance on Ellen

Sharon Jones Reveals Cancer Return Rolling Stone

Sharon Jones Fights On: ”I Have Cancer. Cancer Don’t Have Me.” Rolling Stone

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Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings Official Website

Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings Bandcamp site

Sharon Springs, New York

Beekman Farm, Sharon Springs, New York

Link to performance on Ellen

Sharon Jones Reveals Cancer Return Rolling Stone

Sharon Jones Fights On: ”I Have Cancer. Cancer Don’t Have Me.” Rolling Stone

Support the show

THANK YOU for listening!

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TIG: Back at The Movies, The Cancer Edition

Tina and Leah are Back at The Movies! This time they are reviewing cancer-related documentaries. They talk about them, what they like, what they didn't like, and what parts of the films resonated with them.

In this episode, they review TIG, a 2015 documentary directed by Kristina Goolsby and Ashley York. The film covers the personal experiences and events leading up to, during, and after comedian and actor Tig Notaro's breast cancer diagnosis and treatment in 2012, and how she uses humor to cope with tragedy.

The movie is available to stream on Netflix.

Links we mentioned in this episode and other cool stuff:

Watch TIG on Netflix

Tig Notaro - Live

Under a Rock with Tig Notaro

One Mississippi on Amazon Prime

Tig and Cheryl: True Story podcast with Cheryl Hines where they (sorta) discuss documentaries

Don’t Ask Tig, a podcast where Tig and her guests give advice

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Life Itself: Back At the Movies, The Cancer Edition

Personal accounts of cancer can be inspiring, and this documentary about renowned film critic Roger Ebert is no exception. Tina and Leah discuss the man, his career, his cancer, and how he lived life to its fullest, right until the end.
FYI: You don't need to have seen the movie to partake in their discussion.
Life Itself the documentary is based on the memoir of the same name written by Roger Ebert. With his keen eye for storytelling, however, it is no surprise that the memoir translates flawlessly to film.
Tina and Leah talk about how this film was particularly inspirational and would love to know your thoughts on it!

Links we mentioned on this episode and other cool stuff:

Link to the trailer for Life Itself

Roger Ebert’s website

The Official Roger Ebert YouTube Channel

Siskel and Ebert Movie Reviews

A photo of a little girl, and memories of two beloved aunts

Roger Ebert’s Twitter

Chaz Ebert’s journal

Chaz Ebert’s Twitter

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