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  • The limitless mindset: A story of resilience and radical positivity | Part 2
    Feb 26 2026

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    In this episode of Beyond Brain Tumours, our host Ben Seewald, talks with renowned photographer Steve Carty about his extraordinary journey through a metastatic brain tumour, his experience with awake brain surgery, and his mindset during recovery. Carty is a Toronto-based photographer who has spent more than three decades using his lens to transform fleeting human moments into powerful, heartfelt stories. Join us as Carty candidly shares how his positive mindset, spirituality and self-advocacy shaped his treatment and recovery.

    Steve Carty: YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn

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    27 m
  • The limitless mindset: A story of resilience and radical positivity | Part 1
    Feb 26 2026

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    In this episode of Beyond Brain Tumours, our host Ben Seewald, talks with renowned photographer Steve Carty about his extraordinary journey through a metastatic brain tumour, his experience with awake brain surgery, and his mindset during recovery. Carty is a Toronto-based photographer who has spent more than three decades using his lens to transform fleeting human moments into powerful, heartfelt stories. Join us as Carty candidly shares how his positive mindset, spirituality and self-advocacy shaped his treatment and recovery.

    Steve Carty: YouTube | Instagram | LinkedIn

    If you’d like to share your story and take part in our Beyond Brain Tumours podcast, we invite you to fill out this short form.

    Learn more about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada at BrainTumour.ca. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Linkedin.


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    32 m
  • Finding joy and purpose: Embracing life after change | Part 2
    Jan 27 2026

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    In Episode 15, we’re joined by Meegan, a single mother, teacher, and survivor of a non-malignant pituitary macroadenoma and stroke. This is an emotional and heartfelt conversation as she shares her journey through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.

    Listen in as Meegan reflects on the many adjustments she’s made while embracing this new chapter of life, choosing to stay curious and engaged through learning, volunteering, and her love of reading and baseball. Her story of strength and resilience is a powerful reminder of the importance of community and support.

    For additional information, you may visit:

    GALE courses: Gale Courses

    Dale Brain Injury Services: Home

    If you’d like to share your story and take part in our Beyond Brain Tumours podcast, we invite you to fill out this short form.

    Learn more about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada at BrainTumour.ca. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Linkedin.


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    33 m
  • Finding joy and purpose: Embracing life after change | Part 1
    Jan 27 2026

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    In Episode 15, we’re joined by Meegan, a single mother, teacher, and survivor of a non-malignant pituitary macroadenoma and stroke. This is an emotional and heartfelt conversation as she shares her journey through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.

    Listen in as Meegan reflects on the many adjustments she’s made while embracing this new chapter of life, choosing to stay curious and engaged through learning, volunteering, and her love of reading and baseball. Her story of strength and resilience is a powerful reminder of the importance of community and support.

    For additional information, you may visit:

    GALE courses: Gale Courses

    Dale Brain Injury Services: Home

    If you’d like to share your story and take part in our Beyond Brain Tumours podcast, we invite you to fill out this short form.

    Learn more about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada at BrainTumour.ca. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Linkedin.


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    25 m
  • Redefining life after: A way forward through change, adversity and suffering | Part 2
    Nov 26 2025

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    In this heartfelt conversation, Matthew shares his journey as a brain tumour survivor and the profound ways in which it challenged his identify, routines, and mental health as a young adult. He talks about paving a way forward, sharing the question that helped anchor him through his most difficult moments: “What can I do today, right now, in this moment?”

    While adversity might look different for everyone, the path through it is built one step at a time, through resilience and courage. Matthew’s story reminds us that there is hope, even in the toughest of times.

    For additional information, you may visit:

    • Read more about Matthew here: Matthew McKinnon | Build Resilience, Embrace Hope, Overcome Adversity
    • Watch Matthew’s TEDx talk here:Suffering is Important, Here's Why | Matthew McKinnon | TEDxYouth@GrandviewHeights

    If you’d like to share your story and take part in our Beyond Brain Tumours podcast, we invite you to fill out this short form.

    Learn more about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada at BrainTumour.ca. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Linkedin.


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    17 m
  • Redefining life after: A way forward through change, adversity and suffering | Part 1
    Nov 26 2025

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    In this heartfelt conversation, Matthew shares his journey as a brain tumour survivor and the profound ways in which it challenged his identify, routines, and mental health as a young adult. He talks about paving a way forward, sharing the question that helped anchor him through his most difficult moments: “What can I do today, right now, in this moment?”

    While adversity might look different for everyone, the path through it is built one step at a time, through resilience and courage. Matthew’s story reminds us that there is hope, even in the toughest of times.

    For additional information, you may visit:

    • Read more about Matthew here: Matthew McKinnon | Build Resilience, Embrace Hope, Overcome Adversity
    • Watch Matthew’s TEDx talk here:Suffering is Important, Here's Why | Matthew McKinnon | TEDxYouth@GrandviewHeights

    If you’d like to share your story and take part in our Beyond Brain Tumours podcast, we invite you to fill out this short form.

    Learn more about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada at BrainTumour.ca. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Linkedin.


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    19 m
  • A young-adult perspective from a caregiver, on community, and living after a brain tumour diagnosis | Part 2
    Oct 29 2025

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    In this episode, we chat with power couple Esther and Elman about what it means to navigate brain tumour care and recovery as young adults. Esther reflects on her experience as a young adult caregiver, the challenges and barriers she faced, and the support that helped her along the way. Together, they reflect on their shared commitment to giving back to the brain tumour community and how they continue to build a life rooted in purpose, hope and resilience.

    For additional information, you may visit:

    • Elman and Esther’s story: Living fully after a brain tumour diagnosis - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
    • Brain Injury Rehab Clinic - Acquired Brain Injury Outpatient Clinic
    • Extend Pharmacy - Enhancing the cancer medication experience for lives affected by cancer.
    • Grief Circle/Ring Theory - Ring theory (psychology) - Wikipedia

    If you’d like to share your story and take part in our Beyond Brain Tumours podcast, we invite you to fill out this short form.

    Learn more about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada at BrainTumour.ca. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Linkedin.


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    26 m
  • A young-adult perspective from a caregiver, on community, and living after a brain tumour diagnosis | Part 1
    Oct 29 2025

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    In this episode, we chat with power couple Esther and Elman about what it means to navigate brain tumour care and recovery as young adults. Esther reflects on her experience as a young adult caregiver, the challenges and barriers she faced, and the support that helped her along the way. Together, they reflect on their shared commitment to giving back to the brain tumour community and how they continue to build a life rooted in purpose, hope and resilience.

    For additional information, you may visit:

    • Elman and Esther’s story: Living fully after a brain tumour diagnosis - Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada
    • Brain Injury Rehab Clinic - Acquired Brain Injury Outpatient Clinic
    • Extend Pharmacy - Enhancing the cancer medication experience for lives affected by cancer.
    • Grief Circle/Ring Theory - Ring theory (psychology) - Wikipedia

    If you’d like to share your story and take part in our Beyond Brain Tumours podcast, we invite you to fill out this short form.

    Learn more about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada at BrainTumour.ca. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and Linkedin.


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    31 m