Podcast
Kickin' Cancer Cares
Hosted by Baron Robison and Amanda Smith · EN
Join KSLM and Kickin’ Cancer in bringing awareness to our community. Baron and Amanda will share testimonies of local families that have encountered, fought, and overcome the heartache that is caused by cancer.
Empowering individuals, to thrive through the cancer journey, through support and education.
Keeping LOCAL money LOCAL to provide emotional and financial support to families currently in the fight with cancer.
VISION
50% reduction of new cases of cancer, by educating people about living an anti-cancer lifestyle; while reaching into local communities throughout the United States, supporting families both emotionally and financially that are currently in the fight with cancer.
PLAN
Live an anticancer lifestyle through five core values plan:
1. Eat real food
2. Reduce your stress
3. Rest is powerful
4. Do some movement
5. Gain social support
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Episodes
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Prysm iO
Feb 200:25:50Tap to summarizeIn this second half of the Kickin’ Cancer Care Show, Vanessa Rutherford shares how her journey with her son Cordell has come full circle, guiding her through various medical fields and leading her toward her passion for whole-body wellness. Through her experiences, Vanessa is working toward building her own clinic focused on educating people on nutrition, lifestyle, and caring for the body as a whole. She also introduces Prysm iO, a portable, non-invasive wellness device that measures skin carotenoid levels, an indicator of antioxidant and nutritional health, in under 15 seconds using LED-based spectral technology. This segment highlights how personal healing journeys can inspire innovative approaches to long-term wellness and prevention.
Transcribe →Honoring Cordell Rutherford
Feb 200:26:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the Kickin’ Cancer Care Show, Vanessa Rutherford, mother of Cordell Rutherford, shares the story of his remarkable cancer journey that began at just nine months old, when he was diagnosed with stage IV neuroblastoma. Now 16 years old and cancer-free, Cordell’s story is a powerful reminder of resilience, hope, and the strength behind every fight.v
Transcribe →Intuitive Healing
Jan 500:25:51Tap to summarizeIn Part 2 of our conversation, we dive deeper into intuitive healing and what it truly means. Chrystal explains that intuitive healing is more than Reiki, walking us through how Reiki works, the role of sound baths, and how tapping into energy and frequency supports emotional and physical balance. She also explores deeper healing through inner child work, addressing where trauma often begins and how unhealed experiences can show up later in life. While traditional therapy plays an important role, Chrystal shares how intuitive healing offers another layer of support by helping individuals reconnect with themselves at the root and create space for lasting healing.
Transcribe →Guided to Intuitive Healing
Jan 500:26:01Tap to summarizeToday on Kicking Cancer Cares Show, we are joined by Chrystal Hart-Meeker, an intuitive healing guide and Reiki practitioner who helps women release emotional weight, find inner clarity, and reconnect with their bodies through restorative and transformational practices. We start this episode with Chrystal sharing what guided her to intuitive healing and the path that led her to this work. She brings insight into how intuitive healing supports not just emotional health, but whole-person wellness as we begin this new year.
Transcribe →Kicking Cancer 2026
Dec 2900:25:51Tap to summarizeIn Part 2, we continue the conversation and carry the momentum forward into 2026. Building on the GO-Teams, honorees, and events from 2025, we look ahead at what is coming next. We discuss new goals, expansion into more communities, broader outreach, and a stronger commitment to helping those who reach out to Kicking Cancer for support. 2026 represents growth, bigger opportunities, and a clearer mission to fund, guide, and stand with more families than ever before.
Transcribe →Kicking Cancer 2025
Dec 2900:26:01Tap to summarizeIn Part 1 of the Kicking Cancer Care Show, we highlight Kicking Cancer 2025 and all of the inspiring GO-Teams and honorees who are making an impact this year. From community events to survivor support, we reflect on the growth, the outreach, and the heart behind every effort to stand with those facing cancer. 2025 is a year of action, awareness, and community coming together for something bigger than ourselves.
Transcribe →Energize and Elevate
Dec 2200:25:51Tap to summarizeIn the second half of this episode, the conversation with Jordan Hill deepens and leads into this year’s Energize and Elevate Summit.Jordan shares the vision behind this powerful summit, created to bring together an inspiring community of business owners, entrepreneurs, and leaders who are focused on growth, alignment, and personal well-being. This year’s summit features an incredible lineup of guest speakers, including keynote speaker Alex Green, along with voices we have proudly featured on our show such as Allie Virtue and Devin Grogan, with additional speakers rounding out an already impactful experience.This conversation reinforces an important truth for business owners and entrepreneurs. As your business grows, your health must remain a priority. You cannot fully show up for what you are building if you are not taking care of yourself along the way. Energize and Elevate is designed to help individuals stay grounded, present, and aligned so they can lead with clarity, purpose, and balance.
Transcribe →Business, Health and Balance
Dec 2200:26:01Tap to summarizeOn this episode, We are joined by Jordan Hill for the first half of a powerful conversation centered on business growth, health, and balance.Jordan shares the journey behind the growth of her real estate business, Hilltop Property Group, and the impactful summits she brings together for like-minded individuals in our community. These events are designed for business owners who are building, growing, and striving to maintain a healthy lifestyle while navigating the demands that come with entrepreneurship.One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is the reminder that when you are a business owner, your health is just as important as your hustle. Jordan speaks to the importance of maintaining routines, mindset, and alignment as your business grows, and how surrounding yourself with the right people creates stability, grounding, and long-term success.This episode highlights what it truly takes to balance ambition with wellness, and why caring for yourself is essential to sustaining both your business and your purpose.
Transcribe →And Then Yoh Choose
Dec 1500:25:51Tap to summarizeIn the second half of this episode, we dive deeper into several powerful chapters from Russ Hedge’s book, Life Happens and Then You Choose. Throughout his life, Russ has faced moments that truly tested him, yet he never wavered in his commitment to staying positive. He believes that mindset played a significant role in his healing and is a key reason he is now cancer-free. When you begin to view life in a brighter, more meaningful, and more intentional way, the outcome can be tenfold — and Russ Hedge is a true example of that. For More Info Or A Copy Of One Of Russ’s Books Go To: Www.RussHedge.Com
Transcribe →Life Happens
Dec 1500:26:01Tap to summarizeIn the first half of this episode, we check back in with Russ Hedge, a returning guest on the Kicking Cancer Cares show. We highlight his newest book, Life Happens and Then You Choose, along with his recent book signing over the weekend, and reflect on his first book, BeFuddled: The Life You Choose, which marked the beginning of his journey as an author. Through his story, Russ shares how life can be filled with chaotic moments, but staying grounded in positivity and perspective can make all the difference when navigating life’s challenges. For More Info Or A Copy Of One Of Russ’s Books Go To: Www.RussHedge.Com
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