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LET'S TALK ABOUT LIFE'S DETOURS]]>enPersonal JournalsCopyright The Unexpected Detour LLChttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2999065085c0fe7d86977c03a1b170ba.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-unexpected-detour--5661425Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:39:52 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe Unexpected Detour LLCfeeds@spreaker.comI felt compelled to share my journey with Breast Cancer. I want to discuss my diagnosis and treatment and the side effects that you may not know that could happen. Looking forward to having other women and men share their journey. After searching for...
LET'S TALK ABOUT LIFE'S DETOURS]]>trued3660953-468b-55bd-95be-9ff19d65afbcepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-after-no-one-sees-honest-conversations-about-breast-cancer-survivorship--73984947]]>b9142c71-486b-4355-b439-261c13ae92a7Fri, 14 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCTreatment may end, but the journey does not. In this open conversation, women living through and beyond breast cancer speak honestly about survivorship—the fear of recurrence, scan anxiety, body image, fatigue, intimacy, hormonal therapy, ongoing...]]>3226falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sexuality-survivorship-life-beyond-cancer--73848563• How cancer treatments can affect intimacy and sexual health
• The emotional impact of scars, body image, and self-confidence
• The challenges couples may face after treatment
• Dating and vulnerability as a single survivor
• Why these conversations deserve a place in survivorship careIf today's conversation resonates with you, please share it with another survivor, caregiver, spouse, partner, or friend. You never know who may need the reassurance that they are not alone.🎧 Follow The Unexpected Detour ❤️ for more episodes of Life Beyond Cancer, where we explore the realities of survivorship with honesty, compassion, and hope.If this conversation spoke to you, please take a moment to like, follow, and share this episode with another survivor, caregiver, spouse, partner, or someone who loves a person living with cancer. These conversations become more meaningful when we know we're not walking this journey alone.I'd also love to hear from you. Has cancer changed the way you see yourself, your relationships, or your experience with intimacy? Share your thoughts in the comments. Your story may be the encouragement someone else needs today.Thank you for being part of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, where in life, detours are inevitable.
]]>2fec5c3e-0d6c-47ce-b824-7ddf11a05e0cWed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCCancer changes more than our bodies—it can change how we see ourselves, how we experience intimacy, and how we navigate relationships long after diagnosis. Yet sexuality and survivorship remain topics that many survivors, caregivers, and even...• How cancer treatments can affect intimacy and sexual health
• The emotional impact of scars, body image, and self-confidence
• The challenges couples may face after treatment
• Dating and vulnerability as a single survivor
• Why these conversations deserve a place in survivorship careIf today's conversation resonates with you, please share it with another survivor, caregiver, spouse, partner, or friend. You never know who may need the reassurance that they are not alone.🎧 Follow The Unexpected Detour ❤️ for more episodes of Life Beyond Cancer, where we explore the realities of survivorship with honesty, compassion, and hope.If this conversation spoke to you, please take a moment to like, follow, and share this episode with another survivor, caregiver, spouse, partner, or someone who loves a person living with cancer. These conversations become more meaningful when we know we're not walking this journey alone.I'd also love to hear from you. Has cancer changed the way you see yourself, your relationships, or your experience with intimacy? Share your thoughts in the comments. Your story may be the encouragement someone else needs today.Thank you for being part of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, where in life, detours are inevitable.
]]>731falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-the-truth--733029875ba386ba-a29e-49c2-80bb-cf25a26197b1Sat, 01 Aug 2026 03:25:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn a world where opinions spread faster than facts, how do we separate truth from speculation?In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances Hammond reflects on the public conversation surrounding the tragic death of Nolan Xavier Wells. Rather...432falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/only-child-reflections--732355303ea015d3-305a-4177-be00-1cd66bfd1f48Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:03:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThis week, I decided to take The Unexpected Detour ♥️ on a personal route.A drive home led me back to memories of growing up as an only child—my imaginary friend DeeDee, my Barbie dolls, handmade clothes and earrings, tiny cakes from my Easy-Bake...399falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/those-unknown--73214333312663b0-1e55-467c-b9e5-ef755abd8029Tue, 28 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour, Frances reflects on the countless missing-person stories that many of us never hear about through traditional news outlets.After seeing post after post on social media about missing children, teenagers, young...432falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-truest-measure-of-a-heart--73179583The Unexpected Detour ♥️, Frances revisits a familiar quote from The Wizard of Oz: “A heart is not judged by how much you love, but by how much you are loved by others.”Although the quote once seemed meaningful, life experience has led her to question its message. Should our worth really be determined by how much love we receive from others—or by the sincerity, grace, and compassion we choose to give?This conversation explores love, disappointment, forgiveness, faith, and the importance of healthy boundaries. Loving others does not mean accepting mistreatment, losing yourself, or giving everyone unlimited access to your life. Sometimes love extends grace, and sometimes wisdom requires us to walk away while protecting our peace.This episode invites us to stop asking, “Who loves me?” and begin asking a more meaningful question:What kind of heart am I becoming?Join the conversation and share whether you agree with the Wizard’s quote or see it differently.Subscribe to The Unexpected Detour ♥️ on YouTube, follow the podcast on Spotify and your favorite listening platforms, and join the community on Substack for additional reflections, encouragement, and writings.The Unexpected Detour ♥️Where in life, detours are inevitable—it’s how we navigate them that makes all the difference.#TheUnexpectedDetour #MeasureOfAHeart #Love #Faith #Grace #Compassion #HealthyBoundaries #PersonalGrowth #Podcast]]>dc731bec-a8ae-480d-b34e-dce5e1363202Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:36:44 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat truly measures the condition of a person’s heart?In this reflective episode of The Unexpected Detour ♥️, Frances revisits a familiar quote from The Wizard of Oz: “A heart is not judged by how much you love, but by how much you are loved by...The Unexpected Detour ♥️, Frances revisits a familiar quote from The Wizard of Oz: “A heart is not judged by how much you love, but by how much you are loved by others.”Although the quote once seemed meaningful, life experience has led her to question its message. Should our worth really be determined by how much love we receive from others—or by the sincerity, grace, and compassion we choose to give?This conversation explores love, disappointment, forgiveness, faith, and the importance of healthy boundaries. Loving others does not mean accepting mistreatment, losing yourself, or giving everyone unlimited access to your life. Sometimes love extends grace, and sometimes wisdom requires us to walk away while protecting our peace.This episode invites us to stop asking, “Who loves me?” and begin asking a more meaningful question:What kind of heart am I becoming?Join the conversation and share whether you agree with the Wizard’s quote or see it differently.Subscribe to The Unexpected Detour ♥️ on YouTube, follow the podcast on Spotify and your favorite listening platforms, and join the community on Substack for additional reflections, encouragement, and writings.The Unexpected Detour ♥️Where in life, detours are inevitable—it’s how we navigate them that makes all the difference.#TheUnexpectedDetour #MeasureOfAHeart #Love #Faith #Grace #Compassion #HealthyBoundaries #PersonalGrowth #Podcast]]>557false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-accountability-has-a-price--731462144bc12be9-d023-4262-a183-a2a8496d7f54Fri, 24 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat happens when telling the truth requires a reward?In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances Hammond reflects on a question that has stayed with her: What has happened to our conscience?Inspired by the public conversation surrounding the...283falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-beyond-cancer-conversation-9-learning-to-protect-my-peace--731075451f8590d8-9ae0-40e7-9411-1dfc3a171be1Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCLife Beyond Cancer is a conversation series from The Unexpected Detour, hosted by breast cancer survivor Frances Hammond.Life after cancer is often described as the end of treatment, but for many survivors, it is the beginning of a new journey. These...475falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grace-more-than-a-second-chance--73062683Where in life, detours are inevitable.#Grace #Healing #Hope #PersonalGrowth #SelfForgiveness #Compassion #Forgiveness #LifeLessons #Encouragement #TheUnexpectedDetour]]>da1b2a26-9f4d-4b64-bb4f-a225b9f0ec89Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:29:24 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat does grace really mean?Many of us think of grace as a second chance, but perhaps it's much more than that. In this Sunday edition of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances reflects on why we're often quick to extend grace to others while struggling to...Where in life, detours are inevitable.#Grace #Healing #Hope #PersonalGrowth #SelfForgiveness #Compassion #Forgiveness #LifeLessons #Encouragement #TheUnexpectedDetour]]>454falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-the-birds-taught-me-this-morning--73037544Where life detours are inevitable—but we never have to walk them alone.🌐 Website: https://theunexpecteddetour.net]]>01d7ce55-9e3c-4093-908c-3ee02b9a4b37Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:18:59 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat can a morning walk with a dog teach us about life?While walking Mocha this morning, I found myself watching the wild geese, swans, and ducks that share a pond near my home. Although they are different in size, appearance, and behavior, they...Where life detours are inevitable—but we never have to walk them alone.🌐 Website: https://theunexpecteddetour.net]]>320falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-survivor-should-have-to-walk-alone-life-beyond-cancer-ep8--7299072246a80396-8a37-415b-8f2f-3e12394acba5Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat happens after the treatments end and everyone believes you're okay?In this episode of Life Beyond Cancer, a special series from The Unexpected Detour, Frances shares why she believes cancer survivors need one another long after active treatment...395falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/follow-him--729401349b880d98-99da-40c7-8c1f-75e4dcbef906Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:21:43 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCLately, I've found myself asking a question that has nothing to do with politics, denominations, or labels.Who am I following?As I watch the events unfolding across our country, I see a world that feels increasingly divided. We are often quick to...477falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-nolan-xavier-wells-tragedy-what-happened-to-accountability--72913438https://theunexpecteddetour.net#TheUnexpectedDetour #Accountability #Friendship #Responsibility #NolanXavierWells #LifeLessons #Podcast #Reflection"Thank you for listening. Please keep the conversation respectful. This episode is intended to encourage reflection on friendship, accountability, and responsibility. Because this investigation is ongoing, let's avoid speculation and allow the facts to guide our understanding as they become available."
]]>11348656-9b2f-44f3-be8b-99db407d4cc9Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour®, I reflect on the tragic death of Nolan Xavier Wells and the questions it raises about friendship, accountability, and personal responsibility.This is not an attempt to investigate the case or speculate about...https://theunexpecteddetour.net#TheUnexpectedDetour #Accountability #Friendship #Responsibility #NolanXavierWells #LifeLessons #Podcast #Reflection"Thank you for listening. Please keep the conversation respectful. This episode is intended to encourage reflection on friendship, accountability, and responsibility. Because this investigation is ongoing, let's avoid speculation and allow the facts to guide our understanding as they become available."
]]>523falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breast-cancer-survivorship-side-effects-supplements-lymphedema-life-after-treatment--729060412fdd5bd3-5166-4b16-98e6-60bb527bb1e5Fri, 10 Jul 2026 02:20:15 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this powerful two-hour support group discussion, women living with breast cancer openly share the realities of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.From newly diagnosed members to women several years beyond treatment, this conversation explores...6514falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cancer-does-not-discriminate-life-beyond-cancer-ep-7--7286850703b682b8-3913-4156-a996-8851b842793fWed, 08 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCCancer does not discriminate.In this episode of Life Beyond Cancer, Frances reflects on how cancer can impact anyone, regardless of the type of cancer, age, race, lifestyle, or background. While her personal journey began with breast cancer, this...454falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-silence-that-builds-faith--728417296f552f54-bceb-4004-a0e5-7b51487db0feMon, 06 Jul 2026 16:02:23 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCDue to a power outage, this episode was recorded a little differently, but the message remains the same.Have you ever prayed and felt like your words never made it past the ceiling? Have you ever waited for an answer that did not seem to come?In this...311falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-first-verse-special-fourth-of-july-edition--7281691494da05d6-c5c3-4b04-aec2-cd23b9687fd1Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCBeyond the First Verse is a special Fourth of July edition of The Unexpected Detour.Most of us have sung The Star-Spangled Banner our entire lives, but how many of us know the story behind the song? Why was it written? Why do we only sing the first...357falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-the-people-a-question-worth-asking--72805013dc47336c-ff5e-4a83-b821-ddc4c85ac589Fri, 03 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCAs Independence Day approaches, I ask a question that has stayed with me for years: Who were "We the People?"In this episode of The Unexpected Detour, I reflect on America's founding ideals, the contradiction of slavery, and the ongoing pursuit of a...530falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-the-treatment-ends-life-beyond-cancer-ep-6--72770108e2af65a1-afd4-4c8e-9341-2f6164a11365Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat happens when the treatment ends?For many cancer survivors, finishing treatment is a moment of celebration. But for some, it also marks the beginning of a new and unexpected journey.In this episode of Life Beyond Cancer, Frances shares her...318falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-devil-our-conscience-and-the-choices-we-make--72728479b67cbdbe-b4e2-4552-8c1d-fd5bd1b8ec1aSun, 28 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCHave you ever heard someone say, "The devil made me do it"?It's a phrase many of us have heard, and perhaps even said ourselves. But what if the greater question isn't whether the devil tempted us, but why we ignored what we already knew was right?In...445falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/to-be-honest-about-the-unexpected-detour--72702389]]>7395f711-32fb-4afd-a34c-d9b9006a5ef8Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCSometimes the hardest truth to face is the one we already know.In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ♥️, I reflect on how a simple change in my hair became a much bigger lesson about listening to the whispers life gives us before they become...]]>526falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-beyond-survival-life-beyond-cancer-ep-5--72670694If this episode spoke to you, please follow, rate, and share Life Beyond Cancer with someone who may need this conversation.And if you're walking your own journey beyond survival, remember this:Survival got us here.Living is what comes next.❤️ Thank you for listening to The Unexpected Detour, where in life, detours are inevitable.#LifeBeyondCancer #CancerSurvivor #CancerSurvivorship #HealingJourney #LifeAfterCancer #TheUnexpectedDetour
]]>571d972a-259d-439f-9fb3-d1ebe792b0a9Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCMany of us spend so much time focused on surviving cancer that we rarely pause to consider what comes after survival.In this episode of Life Beyond Cancer, Frances Hammond reflects on the reality that survivorship is not simply about making it through...If this episode spoke to you, please follow, rate, and share Life Beyond Cancer with someone who may need this conversation.And if you're walking your own journey beyond survival, remember this:Survival got us here.Living is what comes next.❤️ Thank you for listening to The Unexpected Detour, where in life, detours are inevitable.#LifeBeyondCancer #CancerSurvivor #CancerSurvivorship #HealingJourney #LifeAfterCancer #TheUnexpectedDetour
]]>322falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faith-the-size-of-a-mustard-seed--7261948249fc9785-aa22-48d5-a8c4-9832c0df68bdSun, 21 Jun 2026 12:05:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, I reflect on one of the most comforting teachings of Jesus—faith the size of a mustard seed.Many of us believe we need perfect faith, unwavering faith, or mountain-sized faith. But throughout Scripture, God...404falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faith-doubt-and-the-questions-we-don-t-ask--72600070dd81c6ef-b16a-47ae-b388-0cc1704800fdFri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCA simple question from my son left me speechless and led me into a deeper reflection about faith, doubt, and the questions many of us carry but rarely ask out loud.What happens when we examine what we believe and why we believe it? Is faith only about...407falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-beyond-cancer-learning-to-trust-my-body-again-ep-4--725630852e6f8995-d57c-4cf3-bf1d-5ae3c095664dWed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCLearning to trust your body again after cancer can be one of the most difficult parts of survivorship. The body that once felt familiar may now carry scars, side effects, fear, and uncertainty.In this episode of Life Beyond Cancer, Frances Hammond...398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/familiarity-bias-choosing-what-we-know-over-what-we-need--7252239629666de2-20b7-4b7b-89d3-f4afe84416d7Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:55:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCFamiliarity doesn't always mean safety. Sometimes, it simply means repetition.In this episode of The Unexpected Detour, Frances Hammond explores familiarity bias and how our preference for what is known can keep us from healing, growing, and embracing...393falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-the-chapter-ended-before-the-goodbye--72498244a7973f74-97e2-4b87-800a-d08aa1da85dcFri, 12 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCNot every death leaves us heartbroken.Some losses bring tears, while others bring reflection. In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances explores the complicated emotions that can arise when someone passes away, and grief doesn't look the...270falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-unexpected-detour-learning-to-live-again--72491643e5a09929-7f4f-40a8-9d44-fd4dae1d493dFri, 12 Jun 2026 01:17:09 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCLife after breast cancer treatment isn't always what we expect.In this episode, members of Reliance: Black Women Confronting Breast Cancer come together for a candid conversation about survivorship. From ongoing surgeries and lymphedema to caregiving,...4127falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-people-cancer-reveals-life-beyond-cancer-ep3--7245938619580a67-0b9a-4464-bd2e-e7284b3204f3Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn Episode 3 of *Life Beyond Cancer*, Frances reflects on one of the unexpected lessons of the cancer journey: how cancer reveals people. Some people show up in extraordinary ways. Some quietly disappear. And others arrive unexpectedly, right when...432false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-invisible-detour-code-switching-without-knowing-it--72401227]]>e6faacc4-eb17-4a9a-8559-6c49de7fc24fSun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThis week on The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances explores the concept of code switching—those subtle ways we adjust our language, behavior, and presentation depending on the environment we're in. Often done without conscious thought, code switching can...]]>388falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-the-significance-of-one-s-name--72367476#TheUnexpectedDetour #WhatsInAName #NameMeaning #IdentityMatters #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #LifeReflections #Storytelling #PurposeDriven #HealingJourney #FaithAndLife #InspirationalPodcast #ReflectAndGrow #YourStoryMatters #KeepWalking]]>6e1c4092-4152-41d6-9707-8e9da2c3625bFri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCHave you ever stopped and asked yourself a simple question: Do I really like my name?In this reflective episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances explores the significance of a name and the stories, memories, identities, and emotions attached to...#TheUnexpectedDetour #WhatsInAName #NameMeaning #IdentityMatters #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #LifeReflections #Storytelling #PurposeDriven #HealingJourney #FaithAndLife #InspirationalPodcast #ReflectAndGrow #YourStoryMatters #KeepWalking]]>450falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-scan-to-scan-the-silent-fear-after-cancer--7232168718dfd9f8-1b99-4e08-a358-121cd46371ccWed, 03 Jun 2026 12:05:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of Life Beyond Cancer, Frances Hammond, host of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, talks about the emotional reality many survivors know too well: living scan to scan.Treatment may end, but the appointments, blood work, mammograms, ultrasounds,...495falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-the-tears-dried-up--72255838be40e5d9-3736-4807-9547-ab8d998bfa58Sat, 30 May 2026 22:07:42 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCHave you ever noticed that you no longer cry the way you once did?In this deeply personal episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances Hammond reflects on heartbreak, disappointment, grief, breast cancer, and the unexpected lessons that came through...517falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when--72225574f06dd1be-3c8c-4421-8d49-372e88d706b2Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this short spoken-word reflection, Frances asks a question many of us feel but do not always say out loud: When will we learn to truly love one another?After hearing of sudden loss and tragedy, this episode invites listeners to pause, reflect, and...68falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-beyond-cancer-when-treatment-ends-but-healing-continues--72197466Where in life, detours are inevitable… but you never have to walk them alone.#LifeBeyondCancer #AfterTheBellRings #CancerSurvivorship #TheUnexpectedDetour #EmotionalHealing
]]>15c158c9-8f2b-4f89-8914-52f99b91b933Wed, 27 May 2026 23:50:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCAfter treatment ends and the bell rings, many people expect cancer survivors to feel relieved, joyful, and ready to move forward. But life beyond cancer is not always that simple.In this first episode of the Life Beyond Cancer series, The Unexpected...Where in life, detours are inevitable… but you never have to walk them alone.#LifeBeyondCancer #AfterTheBellRings #CancerSurvivorship #TheUnexpectedDetour #EmotionalHealing
]]>463falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-detour-of-african-americans--72114716Where in life, detours are inevitable.#TheUnexpectedDetour #AfricanAmericanHistory #BlackHistory #CivilRights #Unity #Faith #Healing #Community #Podcast #Storytelling #BlackCulture #Resilience #WeShallOvercome #PersonalStory #SocialReflection]]>2ff4d580-8e02-4e1e-a6dc-1cc317968dc3Fri, 22 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this deeply personal episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances reflects on the historical and emotional detour of African Americans — from slavery, dehumanization, and the loss of identity to the lasting effects racism still has on individuals...Where in life, detours are inevitable.#TheUnexpectedDetour #AfricanAmericanHistory #BlackHistory #CivilRights #Unity #Faith #Healing #Community #Podcast #Storytelling #BlackCulture #Resilience #WeShallOvercome #PersonalStory #SocialReflection]]>667falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-waiting-room--72092638What happens when one sentence from a medical appointment suddenly takes your mind back to the beginning of the journey?In this deeply personal episode, I share my recent six-month follow-up appointment at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, the emotions that resurfaced unexpectedly, and how prayer helped steady my heart in the middle of uncertainty.This episode is about more than breast cancer.
It’s about fear, faith, healing, and learning to trust God again when old emotions return.Sometimes healing is not just physical.
Sometimes healing is returning to the place where fear once entered your life and realizing you survived it before.Fear may revisit us… but God’s presence never leaves us.🎧 The Waiting Room — now streaming on Spotify, YouTube, and all podcast platforms.#TheUnexpectedDetour #BreastCancerAwareness #FaithOverFear #HealingJourney #BreastCancerSurvivor #Podcast #PrayerWorks #CancerJourney #EmotionalHealing #TrustGod #WomenWhoInspire #HopeAndHealing]]>40b69c3e-b65e-4aab-967e-550a4a25238dThu, 21 May 2026 01:52:49 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCTonight’s episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️ is called “The Waiting Room.”What happens when fear tries to revisit you after treatment? What happens when one sentence from a medical appointment suddenly takes your mind back to the beginning of the...What happens when one sentence from a medical appointment suddenly takes your mind back to the beginning of the journey?In this deeply personal episode, I share my recent six-month follow-up appointment at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, the emotions that resurfaced unexpectedly, and how prayer helped steady my heart in the middle of uncertainty.This episode is about more than breast cancer.
It’s about fear, faith, healing, and learning to trust God again when old emotions return.Sometimes healing is not just physical.
Sometimes healing is returning to the place where fear once entered your life and realizing you survived it before.Fear may revisit us… but God’s presence never leaves us.🎧 The Waiting Room — now streaming on Spotify, YouTube, and all podcast platforms.#TheUnexpectedDetour #BreastCancerAwareness #FaithOverFear #HealingJourney #BreastCancerSurvivor #Podcast #PrayerWorks #CancerJourney #EmotionalHealing #TrustGod #WomenWhoInspire #HopeAndHealing]]>410falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-illness-people-cannot-see-tammy-stackelhouse-s-journey-with-fibromyalgia--720628168f07019c-bbff-4b24-9ba4-a2c718e62b6fTue, 19 May 2026 00:28:02 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances sits down with Tammy Stackelhouse to talk about the reality of living with fibromyalgia, an invisible chronic pain condition that affects the nervous system, energy, sleep, memory, and daily...2669falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stop-giving-everyone-access-to-you--72047516Where in life detours are inevitable.© 2026 The Unexpected Detour ❤️. All Rights Reserved.#TheUnexpectedDetour #StopGivingEveryoneAccessToYou #Boundaries #ProtectYourPeace #HealingJourney #EmotionalHealing #FaithAndHealing #SpiritualGrowth #PeaceOfMind #MentalWellness #SelfReflection #ChristianPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #PurposeDriven #EmotionalBoundaries #HealingInProgress #GrowthJourney #PodcastLife #SpotifyPodcasts #YouTubePodcast #BlackPodcasters #InspirationalPodcast #FaithOverFear #Mark135 #PastorMikeWalrond #FCBC #FCBCNYC #TheUnexpectedDetour❤️]]>b752a361-e4b8-4152-960d-4be64ec253eeSun, 17 May 2026 21:01:06 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this reflective episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances explores the importance of boundaries, emotional peace, and protecting the spaces within us that too many people occupy without permission. Inspired by Mark 1:35–38 and a powerful church...Where in life detours are inevitable.© 2026 The Unexpected Detour ❤️. All Rights Reserved.#TheUnexpectedDetour #StopGivingEveryoneAccessToYou #Boundaries #ProtectYourPeace #HealingJourney #EmotionalHealing #FaithAndHealing #SpiritualGrowth #PeaceOfMind #MentalWellness #SelfReflection #ChristianPodcast #FaithBasedPodcast #PurposeDriven #EmotionalBoundaries #HealingInProgress #GrowthJourney #PodcastLife #SpotifyPodcasts #YouTubePodcast #BlackPodcasters #InspirationalPodcast #FaithOverFear #Mark135 #PastorMikeWalrond #FCBC #FCBCNYC #TheUnexpectedDetour❤️]]>398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-only-knew-the-word-cancer--72019951📧 Email: theunexpecteddetour17@gmail.com
© 2026 The Unexpected Detour ❤️. All Rights Reserved.]]>24264a3a-a590-430e-bb7e-72c6c65deddeFri, 15 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCBefore my diagnosis, I associated the word cancer with death.In this deeply personal episode, I share what it was really like hearing the words, “You have breast cancer.” I talk honestly about the fear, confusion, waiting, medical terminology,...📧 Email: theunexpecteddetour17@gmail.com
© 2026 The Unexpected Detour ❤️. All Rights Reserved.]]>1479falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-monsters-we-create--7198974454f99788-d8f6-408c-af6e-18305f782816Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCTonight on The Unexpected Detour, I’m talking about fear — not just the fear of illness, but the fear that can spread through people, communities, and nations. From COVID-19 to conversations about hantavirus, from The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street...662falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-honest-review-of-michael-ten-thumbs-up--71942842Where in life, detours are inevitable — but you never have to walk them alone.]]>aa5acb68-bb4d-4f29-90af-e55332d4723aSat, 09 May 2026 23:37:53 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances shares her heartfelt review of the movie Michael. As a longtime lover of Michael Jackson, the Jackson 5, and the music that shaped generations, Frances gives her honest reaction after seeing the...Where in life, detours are inevitable — but you never have to walk them alone.]]>213falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/detours-i-have-been-liberated-from--71922801You are defined by who God created you to be.🎙️ Welcome to The Unexpected Detour ❤️
Where in life, detours are inevitable.#Liberated #TheUnexpectedDetour #Healing #SelfWorth #Faith #EmotionalHealing #BreastCancerSurvivor #Transformation #Freedom #PersonalGrowth #HealingJourney #Podcast
]]>898bb948-38ba-4604-8c74-17a934c11032Fri, 08 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this deeply personal episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, I open up about the emotional, spiritual, and mental detours I have finally liberated myself from. From addiction, heartbreak, abandonment, insecurity, and shame… to the scars left behind by...You are defined by who God created you to be.🎙️ Welcome to The Unexpected Detour ❤️
Where in life, detours are inevitable.#Liberated #TheUnexpectedDetour #Healing #SelfWorth #Faith #EmotionalHealing #BreastCancerSurvivor #Transformation #Freedom #PersonalGrowth #HealingJourney #Podcast
]]>858falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-big-avoidance-what-we-never-talk-about-until-it-s-too-late--71890547949868fa-d78f-42cf-914b-f0f50e38a5cfWed, 06 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWe don’t talk about it… until we have to.In this episode, I share a personal and honest reflection on loss, preparation, and the conversations we avoid about death. From life insurance to final wishes, this is about making sure the people we love are...750falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/that-wasn-t-giving--71813847And if it has to be brought up later…
We have to ask ourselves—was it ever truly given?A reminder to give honestly, set boundaries when needed, and protect your peace without losing your heart.]]>50d49251-8258-4b81-8404-31f1a1c58025Fri, 01 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThere’s a difference between giving from the heart and giving with expectation—and sometimes we don’t realize that line has been crossed until a disagreement happens.In this episode, I take a closer look at what happens when generosity turns into...And if it has to be brought up later…
We have to ask ourselves—was it ever truly given?A reminder to give honestly, set boundaries when needed, and protect your peace without losing your heart.]]>456falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-we-missed-watching-cartoons-as-kids--71733494dea0dcc5-fee0-435b-8ec1-13605ad6323dWed, 29 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat we once laughed at… we now understand differently.In this episode, I reflect on a moment that stayed with me—a child watching cartoons for the first time, and a father’s response that made me pause and think.As children, many of us grew up...797falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wisdom-teeth-trash-or-treasure--71613099

American Dental Association

Mayo Clinic

National Institutes of Health

This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.Resources Mentioned:]]>ccc60bec-2779-4c41-9c6b-3783209ea9d0Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances explores the surprising truth about wisdom teeth. Are they simply a painful inconvenience, or could they hold hidden value?From common dental issues to the growing conversation around stem cells...

American Dental Association

Mayo Clinic

National Institutes of Health

This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.Resources Mentioned:]]>469falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/becoming-a-survivor-with-frances--71556568💗 The Unexpected Detour ❤️
Where in life, detours are inevitable.#BreastCancerSurvivor #BreastCancerAwareness #CancerJourney #Healing #Podcast #TheUnexpectedDetour #SurvivorStory #FaithAndHealing #AuthorFrances
]]>94a40cc6-1415-4a4a-8470-edb505d99878Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat does it truly mean to become a survivor? In this heartfelt episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances opens up about her personal breast cancer journey—from the shock of hearing the diagnosis in 2017 to the emotional process of accepting...💗 The Unexpected Detour ❤️
Where in life, detours are inevitable.#BreastCancerSurvivor #BreastCancerAwareness #CancerJourney #Healing #Podcast #TheUnexpectedDetour #SurvivorStory #FaithAndHealing #AuthorFrances
]]>816falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/still-here-living-with-survivor-s-guilt--71459840it’s learning how to live again.If you’ve ever found yourself asking “why me”…
if you’ve ever carried joy and sorrow in the same breath…This conversation is for you.Take a moment…
pause…
and breathe with me.Because healing doesn’t always come in loud moments…
Sometimes it begins in a quiet decision
to give yourself permission to keep going.
If this message spoke to you,
The Silent Whispers in My Ear: Learning to Be in Tune with Myself:It is available on Amazon.For an autographed copy, visit:
👉 theunexpecteddetour.net]]>3674ff16-575e-4f0e-b2ff-7dee7404d492Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat does it really mean… to still be here?In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, I open up about life as a breast cancer survivor—the gratitude, the grief, and the quiet weight of survivor’s guilt.Sometimes the hardest part isn’t surviving…...it’s learning how to live again.If you’ve ever found yourself asking “why me”…
if you’ve ever carried joy and sorrow in the same breath…This conversation is for you.Take a moment…
pause…
and breathe with me.Because healing doesn’t always come in loud moments…
Sometimes it begins in a quiet decision
to give yourself permission to keep going.
If this message spoke to you,
The Silent Whispers in My Ear: Learning to Be in Tune with Myself:It is available on Amazon.For an autographed copy, visit:
👉 theunexpecteddetour.net]]>281falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-am-i-holding-this--71409166It’s what was said.And without even realizing it, we begin to carry those words as truth.This episode is a gentle pause…
an invitation to breathe…
and to begin releasing what no longer serves you.Because healing doesn’t always come in loud moments…
Sometimes it begins with a quiet decision to let go.Take a deep breath with me…
and ask yourself:👉 Why am I still holding onto this?If this message speaks to you, I invite you to go deeper.The Silent Whispers in My Ear: Learning to Be in Tune with Myself is available on Amazon.For an autographed copy, visit:
👉 theunexpecteddetour.net]]>6af33472-0866-4d93-90d3-96b1eb11d541Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhy am I still holding onto this?That’s the question I found myself sitting with…In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, I go deeper into the emotional weight we carry—words, memories, and moments that were never meant to stay with us this...It’s what was said.And without even realizing it, we begin to carry those words as truth.This episode is a gentle pause…
an invitation to breathe…
and to begin releasing what no longer serves you.Because healing doesn’t always come in loud moments…
Sometimes it begins with a quiet decision to let go.Take a deep breath with me…
and ask yourself:👉 Why am I still holding onto this?If this message speaks to you, I invite you to go deeper.The Silent Whispers in My Ear: Learning to Be in Tune with Myself is available on Amazon.For an autographed copy, visit:
👉 theunexpecteddetour.net]]>272falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exhaling-words-that-hurt--71344479f762b3bb-268b-4a6f-94a0-9fd72439a37cWed, 15 Apr 2026 13:07:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour, Frances explores the profound impact of words on our self-identity and emotional well-being. She emphasizes that trauma can stem not only from experiences but also from the words spoken to us by others....279falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-healing-meets-choice-with-sylvie-beljanski--71281906Beljanski Foundation: https://www.beljanski.org
Maison Beljanski: https://www.maisonbeljanski.com
Integrative Cancer Conference: https://integrativecancerconference.com⚠️ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.]]>34d7a91b-0da9-4d2f-b567-e849090a120aMon, 13 Apr 2026 01:30:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat if healing didn’t have to follow just one path?In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances sits down with Sylvie Beljanski to explore integrative approaches to cancer care—bringing together conventional treatment and natural,...Beljanski Foundation: https://www.beljanski.org
Maison Beljanski: https://www.maisonbeljanski.com
Integrative Cancer Conference: https://integrativecancerconference.com⚠️ This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.]]>2697falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-the-exhale--71223040I was listening.Not talking.
Not fixing.
Just listening.And what I realized is this—
So many of us are holding onto things we were never meant to carry for this long.Emotions… pain… memories…
Old versions of ourselves that we never released.We’ve been taught how to breathe…
but not how to let go.In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, I invite you to pause with me…
to take a breath… and to release what has been quietly weighing you down.Because exhaling isn’t just breathing—
It’s letting go of every burden, every piece of past trauma, and every emotion that no longer serves you.This isn’t about a loud breakthrough…
It’s about a quiet decision—
to stop carrying what no longer belongs to you.So take a moment…
inhale peace…
and exhale the weight.💛 What are you ready to release today?#TheUnexpectedDetour #ThePowerOfExhale #LetItGo #HealingJourney #EmotionalHealing #SelfGrowth #MentalWellness #ReleaseAndReset #InnerHealing #MindsetShift
]]>979c3c18-9fb1-40be-bf60-80efe622303dFri, 10 Apr 2026 00:29:29 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThis past week, I found myself doing something different… I was listening.Not talking. Not fixing. Just listening.And what I realized is this— So many of us are holding onto things we were never meant to carry for this long.Emotions… pain… memories…...I was listening.Not talking.
Not fixing.
Just listening.And what I realized is this—
So many of us are holding onto things we were never meant to carry for this long.Emotions… pain… memories…
Old versions of ourselves that we never released.We’ve been taught how to breathe…
but not how to let go.In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, I invite you to pause with me…
to take a breath… and to release what has been quietly weighing you down.Because exhaling isn’t just breathing—
It’s letting go of every burden, every piece of past trauma, and every emotion that no longer serves you.This isn’t about a loud breakthrough…
It’s about a quiet decision—
to stop carrying what no longer belongs to you.So take a moment…
inhale peace…
and exhale the weight.💛 What are you ready to release today?#TheUnexpectedDetour #ThePowerOfExhale #LetItGo #HealingJourney #EmotionalHealing #SelfGrowth #MentalWellness #ReleaseAndReset #InnerHealing #MindsetShift
]]>279falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-would-you-do-if-everything-you-built-was-gone-in-an-instant--71075211it reveals what was always meant to remain.]]>ac950dac-4664-4062-b4d6-72731cd3c64aWed, 01 Apr 2026 23:03:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat would you do if everything you built was gone in an instant?In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances sits down with Jon Edlin, an EF3 tornado survivor whose life changed overnight when a devastating storm destroyed his home and...it reveals what was always meant to remain.]]>2233falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-was-your-unexpected-detour-today--70986136What showed up in your life today that you were not ready for?Because sometimes the smallest detours carry the biggest messages.]]>278832c5-5114-4c8a-85d3-33e7f794c5e6Mon, 30 Mar 2026 01:52:30 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this reflective episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances shares how one simple phone call led her to pause and think about the small, unexpected shifts that can quietly redirect our day. Not every detour comes with flashing lights or dramatic...What showed up in your life today that you were not ready for?Because sometimes the smallest detours carry the biggest messages.]]>369falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-this-the-future-of-cancer-treatment-dr-munir-ghesani--70903108#TheUnexpectedDetour #CancerAwareness #CancerTreatment #PersonalizedMedicine #TargetedTherapy]]>6c4ed651-b798-400d-8589-af6cdff481deThu, 26 Mar 2026 17:19:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances Hammond sits down with Dr. Munir Ghesani, Chief Medical Officer at United Theranostics, to explore an emerging approach to cancer treatment known as radiopharmaceutical therapy.Together, they break...#TheUnexpectedDetour #CancerAwareness #CancerTreatment #PersonalizedMedicine #TargetedTherapy]]>2143falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breast-cancer-at-29-while-breastfeeding-joi-bowman-s-story-of-faith-motherhood-and-survival--70771706

what life was like during pregnancy and new motherhood

when she first realized something was wrong

the shock of being told to stop breastfeeding immediately

her experience with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation

how her son became her reason to keep fighting

how faith, mindset, and self-advocacy carried her through

the emotional journey of grieving her old body and embracing a new version of herself

This conversation is raw, honest, and full of wisdom for women navigating diagnosis, treatment, healing, and survival.The Unexpected Detour ❤️
Where in life detours are inevitable.]]>cd9db9ff-58c1-4e07-9f0d-1fe0566b4b0bFri, 20 Mar 2026 02:34:07 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat happens when a joyful season of motherhood is interrupted by a life-changing diagnosis?In this heartfelt episode of The Unexpected Detour, Frances Hammond speaks with Joi Bowman, who was diagnosed with stage 1B invasive ductal carcinoma at only...

what life was like during pregnancy and new motherhood

when she first realized something was wrong

the shock of being told to stop breastfeeding immediately

her experience with surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation

how her son became her reason to keep fighting

how faith, mindset, and self-advocacy carried her through

the emotional journey of grieving her old body and embracing a new version of herself

This conversation is raw, honest, and full of wisdom for women navigating diagnosis, treatment, healing, and survival.The Unexpected Detour ❤️
Where in life detours are inevitable.]]>3265falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breast-cancer-at-29-while-breastfeeding-joi-bowman-s-story-of-faith-motherhood-and-survival--7075851070c67030-109a-4bd4-8db0-4ad9734d3b2fThu, 19 Mar 2026 18:07:30 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this deeply personal episode of The Unexpected Detour, Frances Hammond sits down with Joi Bowman, who was diagnosed with breast cancer at just 29 years old while breastfeeding her newborn son.What began as what seemed like a clogged milk duct or...3265falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faith-after-a-breast-cancer-diagnosis-finding-god-in-the-why-me-moment-the-unexpected-detour--70708320✨ Your faith can grow even here.]]>7c4f566f-11f0-42d3-89a2-846f4b8d8e4cWed, 18 Mar 2026 02:43:13 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat happens to your faith when life takes an unexpected turn?In this deeply personal episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances Hammond shares her raw and honest experience after being diagnosed with breast cancer. From the first question—“Why...✨ Your faith can grow even here.]]>275falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-advocating-the-side-effects-from-medicine-no-one-talks-about--70628973https://www.cancer.org/cancer/managing-cancer/treatment-types/photodynamic-therapy.htmlhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/photodynamic-therapyhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=photodynamic+therapy+cancerAmerican Cancer SocietyCleveland ClinicPubMed (Medical research studies)]]>78261563-40a2-41f2-b7d2-be4496862fadFri, 13 Mar 2026 18:04:17 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCTonight’s conversation focused on the importance of self-advocating for our health. As survivors, we discussed how speaking up for ourselves not only protects our own well-being but also helps us advocate for other women who may not yet have the...https://www.cancer.org/cancer/managing-cancer/treatment-types/photodynamic-therapy.htmlhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/photodynamic-therapyhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=photodynamic+therapy+cancerAmerican Cancer SocietyCleveland ClinicPubMed (Medical research studies)]]>3742falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-light-fights-cancer-understanding-photodynamic-therapy--70601711• How the treatment works
• Why researchers are studying it
• The role targeted therapies may play in the future of cancer treatmentThis conversation is part of Frances’s mission to bring clarity, education, and hope to those navigating the unexpected detours of life.Because sometimes the path to healing begins with understanding.🎙️ The Unexpected Detour ❤️
Where in life detours are inevitable.When Light Fights Cancer | Understanding Photodynamic TherapyDid you know that light can be used to destroy cancer cells?In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, host Frances explores Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)—a fascinating treatment that combines a light-sensitive drug, oxygen in the body, and a specific wavelength of light to target abnormal cells.As someone who has personally experienced the journey of breast cancer, Frances shares this information to help listeners better understand how cancer treatments continue to evolve.In this episode, you’ll learn:✔ What Photodynamic Therapy is
✔ How light activates the treatment
✔ Why researchers are studying this therapy
✔ How targeted treatments may change the future of cancer careEducation is one of the most powerful tools patients and families can have when navigating the cancer journey.Subscribe to The Unexpected Detour ❤️ for conversations about healing, resilience, and the unexpected paths life sometimes places before us.
]]>bfa63962-c644-40bc-a65f-80f45beaf83bThu, 12 Mar 2026 00:12:49 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances explores an innovative approach in cancer treatment known as Photodynamic Therapy (PDT).Photodynamic Therapy is a medical treatment that combines a light-sensitive medication, oxygen in the body,...• How the treatment works
• Why researchers are studying it
• The role targeted therapies may play in the future of cancer treatmentThis conversation is part of Frances’s mission to bring clarity, education, and hope to those navigating the unexpected detours of life.Because sometimes the path to healing begins with understanding.🎙️ The Unexpected Detour ❤️
Where in life detours are inevitable.When Light Fights Cancer | Understanding Photodynamic TherapyDid you know that light can be used to destroy cancer cells?In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, host Frances explores Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)—a fascinating treatment that combines a light-sensitive drug, oxygen in the body, and a specific wavelength of light to target abnormal cells.As someone who has personally experienced the journey of breast cancer, Frances shares this information to help listeners better understand how cancer treatments continue to evolve.In this episode, you’ll learn:✔ What Photodynamic Therapy is
✔ How light activates the treatment
✔ Why researchers are studying this therapy
✔ How targeted treatments may change the future of cancer careEducation is one of the most powerful tools patients and families can have when navigating the cancer journey.Subscribe to The Unexpected Detour ❤️ for conversations about healing, resilience, and the unexpected paths life sometimes places before us.
]]>467falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-mammogram-to-treatment-how-breast-cancer-is-diagnosed-staged-graded-and-treated-the-unexpected-detour--70525774Where in life, detours are inevitable.]]>3159264e-7112-412f-af2b-b89c802fbb9bSat, 07 Mar 2026 14:11:30 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCA breast cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, especially when patients are suddenly faced with unfamiliar medical terms and complex test results. In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances Hammond walks listeners step-by-step through the...Where in life, detours are inevitable.]]>917falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-than-cancer-the-weight-of-recovery--70062117We emphasized the importance of:

• Asking questions
• Understanding available resources
• Staying informed about treatment effects
• Speaking up when something feels wrong
• Supporting one another in truth and transparency

There was honest discussion about the influence of social media — how it can both inform and misinform — and the need to be discerning. We even touched on emerging technologies like AI and how they are shaping healthcare conversations and public awareness.Most importantly, we affirmed the power of community.RBWCBC is not just a meeting. It is a circle of strength. A place where women can speak freely about menopause, hormonal changes, side effects, fears, politics, faith, and survival without being dismissed or minimized.Because resilience is not silence.
Resilience is truth shared in safe spaces.Black women breast cancer, resilience of Black women, breast cancer journey, breast cancer support group, cancer survivorship, hormonal changes after cancer, menopause after breast cancer, life after treatment, cancer recovery, weight changes after cancer, advocacy matters, patient advocacy, health equity, sisterhood support, women supporting women, healing in community, side effects awareness, survivorship matters, breast cancer education, still standing, no more silence, Black women health matters, faith and healing, the unexpected detour, RBWCBC
]]>f4592d00-3480-4b71-a7af-f7eafaf7c1f1Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:05:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThis week’s conversation reminded us that breast cancer is not a single event — it is a layered journey.We spoke openly about the physical realities many women face: hormonal shifts, surgical recovery, weight fluctuations, menopause symptoms, and the...We emphasized the importance of:

• Asking questions
• Understanding available resources
• Staying informed about treatment effects
• Speaking up when something feels wrong
• Supporting one another in truth and transparency

There was honest discussion about the influence of social media — how it can both inform and misinform — and the need to be discerning. We even touched on emerging technologies like AI and how they are shaping healthcare conversations and public awareness.Most importantly, we affirmed the power of community.RBWCBC is not just a meeting. It is a circle of strength. A place where women can speak freely about menopause, hormonal changes, side effects, fears, politics, faith, and survival without being dismissed or minimized.Because resilience is not silence.
Resilience is truth shared in safe spaces.Black women breast cancer, resilience of Black women, breast cancer journey, breast cancer support group, cancer survivorship, hormonal changes after cancer, menopause after breast cancer, life after treatment, cancer recovery, weight changes after cancer, advocacy matters, patient advocacy, health equity, sisterhood support, women supporting women, healing in community, side effects awareness, survivorship matters, breast cancer education, still standing, no more silence, Black women health matters, faith and healing, the unexpected detour, RBWCBC
]]>5470false252fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-wasn-t-just-america-the-global-enslavement-of-africans--69955753d5ac4533-dc5f-4fa3-be83-67ecb0f9ce9bTue, 10 Feb 2026 17:33:33 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe global enslavement of Africans did not begin or end in America.This episode confronts the often-ignored truth that African people were enslaved across continents—Europe, the Caribbean, South America, the Middle East, and beyond.To understand our...524false293fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-wasn-t-just-america-the-global-enslavement-of-africans--69878491It’s about clarity, restoration, and remembering who we are.#AfricanRoots#ReclaimOurHistory#KnowYourRoots#OurHistoryMatters#AncestralTruth#AfricanHeritage]]>f7e4cdab-1200-4895-931c-932f15795b54Sun, 08 Feb 2026 19:48:20 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCSlavery was never just an American institution.In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, we examine the global enslavement of Africans and the systems that enabled nations worldwide to profit from African labor, land, and cultural brilliance. From...It’s about clarity, restoration, and remembering who we are.#AfricanRoots#ReclaimOurHistory#KnowYourRoots#OurHistoryMatters#AncestralTruth#AfricanHeritage]]>21false292fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-must-not-forget-who-we-are--69845073
]]>37029aa7-2932-4b02-b61d-b538aec0e249Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:12:07 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this conversation, Frances emphasizes the significance of Black history as a vital aspect of identity and empowerment. She discusses the contributions of Carter G. Woodson, the challenges of erasure in historical narratives, and the importance of...
]]>516false291fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-the-core-integration--69709378058bb9b5-193a-4e57-82d4-e29acdda954bSat, 31 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThis episode brings together the three foundational truths explored in the At the Core series: Acceptance, Courage, and Wisdom.Acceptance teaches us how to release what we cannot change without losing ourselves in the process. Courage invites us to...466false284fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-the-core-wisdom--696578578b671287-285c-43ae-bf8c-167f29ff6c80Thu, 29 Jan 2026 02:52:49 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWisdom is not about knowing more—it’s about knowing when.In this episode of At the Core, we sit with the quiet power of wisdom: the discernment to pause before reacting, to recognize patterns instead of repeating them, and to move with intention...449false283fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-the-core-wisdom--69657402416dbad9-03dc-4345-9f4a-fea2f4c1d5cfThu, 29 Jan 2026 02:03:42 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWisdom is not about knowing more—it’s about knowing when.In this episode of At the Core, we sit with Wisdom as discernment: the quiet ability to pause, to recognize patterns, and to choose alignment over urgency. This reflection explores how wisdom is...439false283fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-the-core-courage--69540749#InnerStrength#HealingJourney#FaithOverFear#PersonalGrowth#MindfulLiving#Resilience
#TrustTheProcess#PurposeDriven#PodcastReflection]]>5c85a1ce-5a2e-46fe-9333-5d9b51043a13Thu, 22 Jan 2026 02:16:29 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCCourage is not the absence of fear — it is the willingness to keep going while fear is present.In this episode, we explore courage as a quiet, steady choice rather than a dramatic moment. The courage to face the truth honestly. The courage to stay...#InnerStrength#HealingJourney#FaithOverFear#PersonalGrowth#MindfulLiving#Resilience
#TrustTheProcess#PurposeDriven#PodcastReflection]]>574falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-the-core-acceptance--694490989dd938ba-9c57-466a-9c1a-e9ebef138cf2Thu, 15 Jan 2026 02:27:39 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCAcceptance is not about giving up—it’s about giving yourself peace.In this episode of At the Core, we sit with the truth of Acceptance—what it really means to stop resisting reality without losing yourself in the process. This is a slow, intentional...507falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-more-silence-opening-the-year-with-courageousness--69384916This conversation honors survival, advocacy, faith, and the bravery it takes to keep going when the road bends unexpectedly.Because our voices matter.
Our stories matter.
And silence is no longer an option.#NoMoreSilence #BlackWomenAndBreastCancer #Resilience #Courageousness #TheUnexpectedDetour #BreastCancerSurvivors #StillStanding #FaithAndHealing]]>ad05e1fc-cc2f-4f41-a0eb-0de32abc6953Sat, 10 Jan 2026 21:29:45 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC🎙️ New Podcast Episode: No More Silence — Opening the Year with Courageousness This conversation honors survival, advocacy, faith, and the bravery it takes to keep going when the road bends unexpectedly.Because our voices matter. Our stories matter....This conversation honors survival, advocacy, faith, and the bravery it takes to keep going when the road bends unexpectedly.Because our voices matter.
Our stories matter.
And silence is no longer an option.#NoMoreSilence #BlackWomenAndBreastCancer #Resilience #Courageousness #TheUnexpectedDetour #BreastCancerSurvivors #StillStanding #FaithAndHealing]]>4675falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-your-body-speaks-and-no-one-listens--69348352Because your body speaks—and your voice matters.]]>6b2629e2-3dcb-4d62-9660-3adddf3e1bbdThu, 08 Jan 2026 02:14:33 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this deeply personal episode of The Unexpected Detour, Frances shares what it feels like to advocate for your health—only to be dismissed. After explaining serious medication side effects to a medical provider and being met with doubt instead of...Because your body speaks—and your voice matters.]]>326falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-people-don-t-see-about-cancer-strength--69261093e0abddff-6a4e-40ff-92e8-7fc02fac8e9bWed, 31 Dec 2025 14:27:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe podcast episode serves as a powerful reminder thatstrength in the face of cancer is often quiet and unseen. Frances beautifully articulates that surviving cancer reveals an inner strength that may not always be recognized, yet it is undeniably...312false262fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/resilience-when-you-re-living-with-cancer--69256237]]>b12b0354-c68d-402b-888f-9eb6d3517911Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:31:27 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of the Unexpected Detour, Frances beautifully articulates that resilience is a personal journey defined by each individual. It is not a performance for the world to see but a quiet commitment to oneself. Key takeaways include:-...]]>267false261fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/resilience-and-hope-the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-brest-cancer-ep-5--69141403
]]>012c58b4-3483-4ab0-b7ad-55f7579ea1f2Sat, 20 Dec 2025 00:51:30 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThis conversation explores the resilience and strength of women navigating their journeys through breast cancer. Participants share personal stories of struggle, recovery, and the importance of advocacy in healthcare. They discuss the emotional...
]]>5955false245fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-purpose-rises-from-pain-the-journey-of-suncera-johnson--69109983📘 Amazon (U.S.) — purchase or view details:
👉 https://www.amazon.com/Have-Cancer-Doesnt-Detection-Survivorship/dp/1735159670 Amazon📘 Barnes & Noble — paperback available:
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👉 https://suncerawritesbooks.com/ suncerawritesbooks.com
]]>d07b10c2-dd54-4490-997d-daeaca14ef35Thu, 18 Dec 2025 01:47:07 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this heartfelt conversation, Frances Hammond speaks with Suncera Johnson about her journey through grief and resilience after the loss of her son and her own battle with breast cancer. They discuss the importance of community support, the...📘 Amazon (U.S.) — purchase or view details:
👉 https://www.amazon.com/Have-Cancer-Doesnt-Detection-Survivorship/dp/1735159670 Amazon📘 Barnes & Noble — paperback available:
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👉 https://suncerawritesbooks.com/ suncerawritesbooks.com
]]>4464falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/that-scared-space-with-frances--69069286They come with stillness.In this short reflection, Frances shares how Saturday became a sacred pause—an experience rooted in presence, release, and listening beyond words. Held in space with Min Semiko, a Womb Theologian and Death Doula, this episode reflects on how healing doesn’t always arrive through effort, but through allowing.This is a reminder that the body remembers, the spirit responds, and God meets us quietly—right where we are.Take a breath.
Enter that sacred space.]]>7bb03379-e3ce-478e-b4e9-a07803850259Tue, 16 Dec 2025 02:30:06 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCSome moments don’t come with answers. They come with stillness.In this short reflection, Frances shares how Saturday became a sacred pause—an experience rooted in presence, release, and listening beyond words. Held in space with Min Semiko, a Womb...They come with stillness.In this short reflection, Frances shares how Saturday became a sacred pause—an experience rooted in presence, release, and listening beyond words. Held in space with Min Semiko, a Womb Theologian and Death Doula, this episode reflects on how healing doesn’t always arrive through effort, but through allowing.This is a reminder that the body remembers, the spirit responds, and God meets us quietly—right where we are.Take a breath.
Enter that sacred space.]]>200false271fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stroke-onward-rebuilding-identity-after-the-storm--68792930https://strokeonward.org
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#LifeChangingMoments]]>d61dbc98-7a7a-4bb4-abdb-2d1617e43aa8Fri, 28 Nov 2025 23:35:18 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this powerful 30-minute episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances speaks with former Stanford professor Debra Meyerson and her husband and carepartner Steve Zuckerman about life after Debra’s life-altering stroke.Debra and Steve open up about...https://strokeonward.org
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https://strokeonward.org/identity-theft-book
https://strokeonward.org/stroke-across-america
https://strokeonward.org/resource-guide
https://www.facebook.com/StrokeOnward]]>1771false271fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hpv-the-silent-visitor-that-deserves-a-loud-conversation--68721041HPV is preventable.
And HPV deserves a conversation rooted in truth, not silence or shame.In this episode, Frances breaks down the realities of HPV, its links to cervical and throat cancer, and why Black women continue to face disparities in diagnosis and treatment. She also lifts the importance of Pap smears, HPV testing, co-testing, vaccination, and self-advocacy.This episode is a reminder that knowledge is life-saving.
Share it with someone you love.Follow and subscribe on all streaming platforms.
❤️ The Unexpected Detour — Where in Life, Detours Are Inevitable.HPV, HPV explained, HPV education, What is HPV, HPV symptoms, HPV prevention, HPV facts, HPV 2025, cervical cancer awareness, throat cancer awareness, HPV and cervical cancer, HPV and throat cancer, oral cancer HPV, women’s health education, Black women’s health, cancer disparities Black women, cervical cancer Black women, Pap smear information, HPV testing, HPV co-testing, HPV vaccine information, health empowerment, cancer education podcast, health education podcast, The Unexpected Detour Podcast, Frances Hammond podcast, cancer advocacy education, understanding HPV and cancer risk, why HPV matters for women’s health, HPV silent symptoms explained, how HPV leads to cancer]]>3f0b7097-9027-4af3-8488-d5ab11c66944Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCHPV: The Silent Visitor That Deserves a Loud ConversationSeries: Educational Monday — The Unexpected Detour ❤️HPV is common. HPV is preventable. And HPV deserves a conversation rooted in truth, not silence or shame.In this episode, Frances breaks down...HPV is preventable.
And HPV deserves a conversation rooted in truth, not silence or shame.In this episode, Frances breaks down the realities of HPV, its links to cervical and throat cancer, and why Black women continue to face disparities in diagnosis and treatment. She also lifts the importance of Pap smears, HPV testing, co-testing, vaccination, and self-advocacy.This episode is a reminder that knowledge is life-saving.
Share it with someone you love.Follow and subscribe on all streaming platforms.
❤️ The Unexpected Detour — Where in Life, Detours Are Inevitable.HPV, HPV explained, HPV education, What is HPV, HPV symptoms, HPV prevention, HPV facts, HPV 2025, cervical cancer awareness, throat cancer awareness, HPV and cervical cancer, HPV and throat cancer, oral cancer HPV, women’s health education, Black women’s health, cancer disparities Black women, cervical cancer Black women, Pap smear information, HPV testing, HPV co-testing, HPV vaccine information, health empowerment, cancer education podcast, health education podcast, The Unexpected Detour Podcast, Frances Hammond podcast, cancer advocacy education, understanding HPV and cancer risk, why HPV matters for women’s health, HPV silent symptoms explained, how HPV leads to cancer]]>338falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-fear-returned-to-the-room--68711819a1fe8a3c-2e7d-430e-ad15-84e615560c56Sun, 23 Nov 2025 20:44:52 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this emotional and intimate episode, Frances shares the vulnerable truth of facing a second biopsy eight years after her breast cancer diagnosis. What began as a routine mammogram turned into an abnormal ultrasound, a sudden return to the biopsy...948false261fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-courage-to-tell-the-truth-about-oncology-s-blind-spots--68700098The Resilience of Black Women Confronting Breast Cancer — where our stories live, breathe, and matter.#BlackWomenSurvivors
#BreastCancerThrivers
#OncologyBias
#HealthEquityMatters
#SisterhoodInStrength
#BlackWomenHealing
#TheResilienceOfBlackWomen
#TheUnexpectedDetour ❤️]]>6f95bedb-b9e0-4d20-b3b3-f6c581dd7026Sun, 23 Nov 2025 01:00:01 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThis week’s episode reaches deep. Our sisters opened up about the dismissal and disbelief Black women still face in oncology clinics — and they held nothing back. Their courage, their honesty, and their strength make this conversation one we cannot...The Resilience of Black Women Confronting Breast Cancer — where our stories live, breathe, and matter.#BlackWomenSurvivors
#BreastCancerThrivers
#OncologyBias
#HealthEquityMatters
#SisterhoodInStrength
#BlackWomenHealing
#TheResilienceOfBlackWomen
#TheUnexpectedDetour ❤️]]>5182false244fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-bit-of-southern-comfort-kenny-perkins-that-cancer-guy--68595967Kenny Perkins — That Cancer Guy.🔗 Stay connected and learn more at:
All Talk Oncology | Cancer Podcast#KennyPerkins #TheCancerGuy #AllTalkOncology #CancerPodcast #RadiationTherapist #CancerAdvocate #CancerAwareness #PodcastInterview #TheUnexpectedDetour #SouthernComfort #CancerSupport #SurvivorsAndThrivers #OncologyCare #EmotionalHealing #MentalHealthSupport #FaithAndHealing #CaregiverSupport #HealingThroughCancer #PodcastCommunity #IGPodcast
]]>0734073f-1e2f-4642-a97a-944cd777c503Sun, 16 Nov 2025 23:47:59 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCToday’s interview with Kenny Perkins was nothing short of enlightening. He is more than a professional in the field of radiation therapy—he is a man deeply committed to the emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being of cancer patients, survivors,...Kenny Perkins — That Cancer Guy.🔗 Stay connected and learn more at:
All Talk Oncology | Cancer Podcast#KennyPerkins #TheCancerGuy #AllTalkOncology #CancerPodcast #RadiationTherapist #CancerAdvocate #CancerAwareness #PodcastInterview #TheUnexpectedDetour #SouthernComfort #CancerSupport #SurvivorsAndThrivers #OncologyCare #EmotionalHealing #MentalHealthSupport #FaithAndHealing #CaregiverSupport #HealingThroughCancer #PodcastCommunity #IGPodcast
]]>2653false251fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lorna-m-johnson-from-caregiver-to-conqueror--68511851afec8d3f-7b03-446d-8851-e2b5cbdce359Tue, 11 Nov 2025 01:20:14 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of Legacy of the Thrivers, Frances Hammond honors Lorna M. Johnson — a Jamaican-born nurse-midwife, philanthropist, and breast cancer thriver whose faith and resilience transformed her pain into purpose. From the bedside to the...267false237fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/high-jumps-hard-truths-chaunte-lowe-on-early-detection-and-hope--68441467

Life before cancer and the pressure of performing at the highest level

The day she heard the words “triple-negative breast cancer”

Balancing motherhood, marriage, and treatment

Why early detection and self-advocacy are critical—especially for Black women

What hope looks like now, beyond the stadium lights

If this conversation encourages you, share it with a Survivor, Thriver, or sister in the fight who needs to know she’s not alone.#ChaunteLowe #HighJumpsHardTruths #BreastCancerThriver #TripleNegativeBreastCancer #BlackWomenDeserveBetter #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #TheUnexpectedDetourPodcast #Resilience]]>39e8e683-9c74-486d-99d9-85900b518ed5Thu, 06 Nov 2025 02:06:43 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCFour-time Olympian and American high jump record holder Chaunté Lowe joins The Unexpected Detour ❤️ to talk about the hardest competition of her life: triple-negative breast cancer.Chaunté opens up about training and competing while in treatment,...

Life before cancer and the pressure of performing at the highest level

The day she heard the words “triple-negative breast cancer”

Balancing motherhood, marriage, and treatment

Why early detection and self-advocacy are critical—especially for Black women

What hope looks like now, beyond the stadium lights

If this conversation encourages you, share it with a Survivor, Thriver, or sister in the fight who needs to know she’s not alone.#ChaunteLowe #HighJumpsHardTruths #BreastCancerThriver #TripleNegativeBreastCancer #BlackWomenDeserveBetter #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #TheUnexpectedDetourPodcast #Resilience]]>397false241fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chemo-mustard-gas-what-they-never-told-us--68425459dd5bd015-dde2-4e5f-8513-34b8fcf956ccWed, 05 Nov 2025 02:41:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat happens when a life-saving treatment is born from a weapon of war? In this episode, Frances unpacks the hidden history between mustard gas and early chemotherapy, the racist experiments on Puerto Rican patients, and what it means to advocate for...1276false231fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/becoming-ken-a-journey-of-resilience-purpose-philanthropy--682596124c24b337-f860-4d09-b117-f6e167035347Thu, 23 Oct 2025 22:07:24 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCFrom incarceration to inspiration, from hardship to healing—Ken Miller’s story is a testament to the power of transformation.In this soul-stirring episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, Frances sits down with Ken Miller, CFRE, President of Denali FSP,...3585falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/olivia-newton-john-the-voice-that-sang-through-cancer--68220446Her legacy reminds us that music doesn’t just entertain — it heals.✨ The Voice That Sang Through Cancer
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]]>14e08f5d-6fb7-49fd-b967-f4d4801cf851Mon, 20 Oct 2025 23:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC🎙️ Legacy of the Thrivers honors a woman whose voice became a bridge between healing and hope — Olivia Newton-John.Olivia showed the world that grace and strength can share the same stage through every note she sang and every challenge she faced. Her...Her legacy reminds us that music doesn’t just entertain — it heals.✨ The Voice That Sang Through Cancer
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]]>274false227fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-breast-cancer-stages-grades-and-what-they-really-mean--68219411breast cancer, staging, grading, treatment, TNM system, cancer cells, personalized treatment, advocacy

Summary
In this episode of Breast Cancer Education Monday, Frances Hammond breaks down the concepts of staging and grading in breast cancer. Staging indicates how far the cancer has spread, using the TNM system, while grading assesses the behavior of cancer cells. Understanding both is crucial for determining personalized treatment plans and empowering patients in their care journey.TakeawaysStaging shows how far the cancer has traveled.The TNM system is used for staging breast cancer.Stage zero is the earliest form of breast cancer.Grade describes the behavior of cancer cells.Grade one cells look almost normal and are slow-growing.The stage tells us where the cancer is and how far it has gone.Doctors combine stage, grade, and receptor status for treatment.Understanding stage and grade helps in advocating for care.Two people with the same stage can have different grades.Knowledge empowers patients to face their diagnosis.Decoding Breast Cancer: Staging and Grading ExplainedNavigating Breast Cancer: Understanding Staging and Grading




]]>d3d5251f-5acc-4262-b205-68ecd9281338Mon, 20 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCKeywords breast cancer, staging, grading, treatment, TNM system, cancer cells, personalized treatment, advocacy Summary In this episode of Breast Cancer Education Monday, Frances Hammond breaks down the concepts of staging and grading in breast...breast cancer, staging, grading, treatment, TNM system, cancer cells, personalized treatment, advocacy

Summary
In this episode of Breast Cancer Education Monday, Frances Hammond breaks down the concepts of staging and grading in breast cancer. Staging indicates how far the cancer has spread, using the TNM system, while grading assesses the behavior of cancer cells. Understanding both is crucial for determining personalized treatment plans and empowering patients in their care journey.TakeawaysStaging shows how far the cancer has traveled.The TNM system is used for staging breast cancer.Stage zero is the earliest form of breast cancer.Grade describes the behavior of cancer cells.Grade one cells look almost normal and are slow-growing.The stage tells us where the cancer is and how far it has gone.Doctors combine stage, grade, and receptor status for treatment.Understanding stage and grade helps in advocating for care.Two people with the same stage can have different grades.Knowledge empowers patients to face their diagnosis.Decoding Breast Cancer: Staging and Grading ExplainedNavigating Breast Cancer: Understanding Staging and Grading




]]>304false226fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-ribbon-before-the-pink-charlotte-haley-s-unheard-legacy--682075066031f7ad-b89d-47a1-b7eb-c3f8a19b2ef1Sun, 19 Oct 2025 23:12:21 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCBefore there was pink, there was peach. Before the campaigns and corporate slogans, Charlotte Haley was a woman whose kitchen-table courage reshaped breast cancer advocacy forever.In this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, host Frances Hammond...290false226fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/matthew-knowles-breaking-the-silence-around-male-breast-cancer--68125931And the detour he shared reminded the world that breast cancer isn’t just a woman’s disease—it’s a human one.In 2019, Matthew Knowles, the father of Beyoncé and Solange, announced publicly that he had been diagnosed with male breast cancer.It began with something subtle—small dots of blood on his shirt and bedsheets. But instead of ignoring it, he trusted his instincts and got checked.
Testing revealed he had Stage 1A breast cancer.He underwent surgery and then made the decision to have a second mastectomy to reduce the risk of cancer developing in the other breast.But he didn’t stop there.
He chose to go public with his diagnosis—not for attention, but to raise awareness about breast cancer in men and to urge others to know their family history.Matthew revealed he carries the BRCA2 gene mutation—a genetic alteration that significantly increases the risk of breast, prostate, and pancreatic cancers.He encouraged his entire family to get tested.
And in doing so, he started a ripple effect in communities where these conversations often never happen.We don’t often hear about men with breast cancer.
And in Black communities, the silence is even louder.But Matthew Knowles broke through that silence. He reminded us that cancer doesn’t discriminate—and neither should our awareness.His story teaches us that early detection is life-saving, that genetics matter, and that Black men must be part of this conversation.Whether you're a man, a woman, or someone who loves both, his courage teaches us this:Silence can be deadly. But your voice? Your voice can heal generations.Matthew, we honor your truth.
We thank you for turning your diagnosis into a message.
You didn’t just fight—you warned, taught, and stood tall in your truth.You didn’t walk in shame on this detour—you walked in power.And for that, we say: thank you.Please follow, like, and share. We are available on multiple streaming platforms. We are also on YouTube, The Unexpected Detour]]>5510bd51-82c5-44cf-be7a-d6cdc1b928d1Mon, 13 Oct 2025 23:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWelcome to Legacy of the Thrivers, a segment within The Unexpected Detour ❤️, where we honor the voices—both loud and quiet—who’ve turned their pain into purpose.This week, I want to spotlight a man who used his platform not to promote himself, but to...And the detour he shared reminded the world that breast cancer isn’t just a woman’s disease—it’s a human one.In 2019, Matthew Knowles, the father of Beyoncé and Solange, announced publicly that he had been diagnosed with male breast cancer.It began with something subtle—small dots of blood on his shirt and bedsheets. But instead of ignoring it, he trusted his instincts and got checked.
Testing revealed he had Stage 1A breast cancer.He underwent surgery and then made the decision to have a second mastectomy to reduce the risk of cancer developing in the other breast.But he didn’t stop there.
He chose to go public with his diagnosis—not for attention, but to raise awareness about breast cancer in men and to urge others to know their family history.Matthew revealed he carries the BRCA2 gene mutation—a genetic alteration that significantly increases the risk of breast, prostate, and pancreatic cancers.He encouraged his entire family to get tested.
And in doing so, he started a ripple effect in communities where these conversations often never happen.We don’t often hear about men with breast cancer.
And in Black communities, the silence is even louder.But Matthew Knowles broke through that silence. He reminded us that cancer doesn’t discriminate—and neither should our awareness.His story teaches us that early detection is life-saving, that genetics matter, and that Black men must be part of this conversation.Whether you're a man, a woman, or someone who loves both, his courage teaches us this:Silence can be deadly. But your voice? Your voice can heal generations.Matthew, we honor your truth.
We thank you for turning your diagnosis into a message.
You didn’t just fight—you warned, taught, and stood tall in your truth.You didn’t walk in shame on this detour—you walked in power.And for that, we say: thank you.Please follow, like, and share. We are available on multiple streaming platforms. We are also on YouTube, The Unexpected Detour]]>269false215fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/know-your-biology-understanding-receptors-and-your-power-to-choose--68125457PR-positive breast cancer also responds well to hormonal therapies.HER2 is a protein that causes cancer cells to grow rapidly.
If your tumor has too much HER2, it's considered HER2-positive.But here's where science brings us hope:
Targeted therapies like Herceptin and Perjeta have been game changers for HER2-positive patients.This form of breast cancer does not have any of the three central receptors—ER, PR, or HER2. That’s why it’s called Triple Negative.It’s more aggressive, harder to treat, and more common among Black women.Because it doesn’t respond to hormonal or HER2-targeted treatments, the treatment options are more limited, often relying on chemotherapy and immunotherapy.But let me be clear: Triple Negative is NOT a death sentence. It means your fight will look different—and that’s why knowledge is everything.On the opposite end, triple-positive breast cancer means the tumor is positive for all three receptors—ER, PR, and HER2.It responds very well to a combination of:

• Hormonal therapy
• HER2-targeted treatments
• And sometimes chemotherapy

When you know what’s fueling the cancer, your doctor can create a treatment plan just for you.That’s why I encourage every listener:

• Ask for your receptor status.
• Read your pathology report.
• And if you don’t understand it—ask again.

Because you are not just a patient—you are your own best advocate.What’s one question you’ve never asked your doctor about your body?
Please write it down. Say it out loud.
When you go in for your next appointment, ask about it. You deserve answers.Affirmation to Carry This WeekI honor my body by learning about it.
I will not be afraid of what I do not know.
I ask questions. I seek truth. I speak up for my life.Please follow like and share]]>65c739dd-4fe9-42ae-be63-64a44d25ec7eMon, 13 Oct 2025 21:30:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWelcome to a new and important chapter of The Unexpected Detour❤️ one rooted in education, empowerment, and early detection.For October, I’m opening the door to the conversations I wish more of us were having—not just as survivors and thrivers—but as...PR-positive breast cancer also responds well to hormonal therapies.HER2 is a protein that causes cancer cells to grow rapidly.
If your tumor has too much HER2, it's considered HER2-positive.But here's where science brings us hope:
Targeted therapies like Herceptin and Perjeta have been game changers for HER2-positive patients.This form of breast cancer does not have any of the three central receptors—ER, PR, or HER2. That’s why it’s called Triple Negative.It’s more aggressive, harder to treat, and more common among Black women.Because it doesn’t respond to hormonal or HER2-targeted treatments, the treatment options are more limited, often relying on chemotherapy and immunotherapy.But let me be clear: Triple Negative is NOT a death sentence. It means your fight will look different—and that’s why knowledge is everything.On the opposite end, triple-positive breast cancer means the tumor is positive for all three receptors—ER, PR, and HER2.It responds very well to a combination of:

• Hormonal therapy
• HER2-targeted treatments
• And sometimes chemotherapy

When you know what’s fueling the cancer, your doctor can create a treatment plan just for you.That’s why I encourage every listener:

• Ask for your receptor status.
• Read your pathology report.
• And if you don’t understand it—ask again.

Because you are not just a patient—you are your own best advocate.What’s one question you’ve never asked your doctor about your body?
Please write it down. Say it out loud.
When you go in for your next appointment, ask about it. You deserve answers.Affirmation to Carry This WeekI honor my body by learning about it.
I will not be afraid of what I do not know.
I ask questions. I seek truth. I speak up for my life.Please follow like and share]]>1436false221fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-the-author-of-your-story-only-you-can-tell-it--68112895I open The Unexpected Detour ❤️ Podcast to anyone ready to tell their story in their own voice—because YOUR STORY MATTERS.
contact me if you would like to be a guest at theunexpecteddetour17@gmail.com]]>9e617401-37b2-47c7-9ca8-22dbe42ee32fMon, 13 Oct 2025 00:30:10 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCNo one can tell your story better than you.In this brief message, I encourage every Survivor and Thriver to advocate for yourself.Black Breast Cancer organizations, advocates, and communities—our stories matter.It’s time to come together and share...I open The Unexpected Detour ❤️ Podcast to anyone ready to tell their story in their own voice—because YOUR STORY MATTERS.
contact me if you would like to be a guest at theunexpecteddetour17@gmail.com]]>204false224fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-let-someone-else-tell-your-story--68109430I open The Unexpected Detour ❤️ Podcast to anyone ready to tell their story in their own voice—because YOUR STORY MATTERS.

contact me at theunexpecteddetour17@gmail.com

]]>a767907c-ddbd-42c5-aafd-0a0c3627592bSun, 12 Oct 2025 15:21:48 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCNo one can tell your story better than you.In this brief message, I encourage every Survivor and Thriver to advocate for yourself.Black Breast Cancer organizations, advocates, and communities—our stories matter.It’s time to come together and share...I open The Unexpected Detour ❤️ Podcast to anyone ready to tell their story in their own voice—because YOUR STORY MATTERS.

contact me at theunexpecteddetour17@gmail.com

]]>184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/surviving-advocating-and-rising-a-breast-cancer-sisterhood--68085513Because self-care is part of every healing journey.
Visit shopmoxibeauty.com to learn more.#BreastCancerAwareness #BreastCancerSurvivor #BreastCancerThriver #BlackWomenAndBreastCancer #BreastCancerSupport #BreastCancerAdvocate #LifeAfterBreastCancer #ReconstructionJourney #CancerAwareness #CancerSupportCommunity
]]>8ec4edb8-02f6-46c2-8d78-f5ae96ed4248Fri, 10 Oct 2025 01:17:22 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this heartfelt roundtable, the group shares personal updates and candid experiences related to breast cancer awareness and survivorship. Conversations explore the physical and emotional toll of treatment side effects, the complexities of breast...Because self-care is part of every healing journey.
Visit shopmoxibeauty.com to learn more.#BreastCancerAwareness #BreastCancerSurvivor #BreastCancerThriver #BlackWomenAndBreastCancer #BreastCancerSupport #BreastCancerAdvocate #LifeAfterBreastCancer #ReconstructionJourney #CancerAwareness #CancerSupportCommunity
]]>4922false213fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breast-cancer-and-young-black-women--67980847We need genetic testing, earlier screening, and louder voices.
This episode is not just awareness — it’s a call to fight for our lives.🎧 Listen now: The Unexpected Detour ❤️#BreastCancerAwareness #BlackWomenAndBreastCancer #EarlyDetection #HealthEquity #TheUnexpectedDetour ❤️]]>f4d595fc-2c18-4bce-a49e-fada68a56e01Thu, 02 Oct 2025 01:28:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCYoung Black women are being diagnosed with breast cancer earlier, and too many are dying. We need genetic testing, earlier screening, and louder voices. This episode is not just awareness — it’s a call to fight for our lives.🎧 Listen now: The...We need genetic testing, earlier screening, and louder voices.
This episode is not just awareness — it’s a call to fight for our lives.🎧 Listen now: The Unexpected Detour ❤️#BreastCancerAwareness #BlackWomenAndBreastCancer #EarlyDetection #HealthEquity #TheUnexpectedDetour ❤️]]>256false217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/laughing-through-the-diagnosis-wanda-sykes-and-the-strength-behind-the-smile--67945947💓 SUBSCRIBE to The Unexpected Detour ❤️
📢 Let your story be heard#WandaSykes #BreastCancerAwareness #LegacyOfTheThrivers]]>78bfb5a1-94fc-4740-81de-5821f17d874cMon, 29 Sep 2025 23:04:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this powerful episode of The Legacy of The Thrivers, we honor the journey of actress and comedian Wanda Sykes, who faced breast cancer head-on and chose to speak up publicly about her double mastectomy.Her story is a reminder that thriving means...💓 SUBSCRIBE to The Unexpected Detour ❤️
📢 Let your story be heard#WandaSykes #BreastCancerAwareness #LegacyOfTheThrivers]]>265false216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grace-grit-bluegrass-the-carolyn-routh-story--67916410e33e201d-6326-4e5e-8a1e-b6ee548413daSat, 27 Sep 2025 00:03:29 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCFrom gospel beginnings to bluegrass stages across the country, Carolyn Routh has lived a life shaped by detours, healing, and the music that carried her through. In this heartfelt conversation, we talk about her journey from Siler City to co-founding...2462false212fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prostate-cancer-isn-t-a-death-sentence-but-silence-might-be--67886275335e604f-96ac-4b29-913f-f408b11e99c4Thu, 25 Sep 2025 01:30:36 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThis Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Frances shares hard truths wrapped in love.Learn why Black men face higher risks, what the PSA test really involves, and how the BRCA gene plays a role. Featuring stories of men like Al Roker and Colin Powell,...440false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-than-shaft-richard-roundtree-s-fight-and-legacy--67773248To every survivor, thriver, and family touched by this disease — we see you, we honor you, and we will continue to speak your names.
I’m Frances Hammond, and this has been The Unexpected Detour ❤️. Until next time, may we continue to walk this journey together in hope and strength.”]]>2e6a17b4-a98d-49da-a043-210b75ad7968Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:44:06 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhen most people think of Richard Roundtree, they think of Shaft — the cool, confident, groundbreaking role that made him a cultural icon. But before Hollywood, Richard was already breaking barriers as a fashion model, walking runways with the Ebony...To every survivor, thriver, and family touched by this disease — we see you, we honor you, and we will continue to speak your names.
I’m Frances Hammond, and this has been The Unexpected Detour ❤️. Until next time, may we continue to walk this journey together in hope and strength.”]]>265false194fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-through-community-and-advocacy--6773020306d2b241-33f2-4c75-bafd-ce1cf2747d9fFri, 12 Sep 2025 01:49:26 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode, we explore the resilience of Black women confronting breast cancer, highlighting their untold stories and the power of community. The conversation delves into health advocacy, the importance of paramedical tattooing, and the various...3275false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stage-iv-at-26-ann-bond-s-story-of-survival-and-strength--67683829]]>12737a5c-77cd-405b-bcd0-4378bb484b18Tue, 09 Sep 2025 01:03:04 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhen I think about courage, I think about women like Ann Bond. Women who didn’t ask for this journey, who didn’t expect their life to take such a turn — but still showed up, fought with dignity, and reminded us that strength has many faces.Ann’s story...]]>236false205fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-unexpected-detour-episode-title-when-good-genes-go-rogue-understanding-oncogenes-and-the-power-of-knowing--67640023“When Good Genes Go Rogue: Understanding Oncogenes and the Power of Knowing”In this episode, Frances Hammond breaks down the science of cancer in a way that’s clear, compassionate, and rooted in faith.🧬 Learn what genes, proto-oncogenes, and oncogenes are
⚡ Discover what can trigger oncogenes to go “rogue”
✊🏾 Hear why Black women must advocate for early screening and genetic testing
✝️ Be reminded that faith and science walk hand-in-hand on the journey to healingThis isn’t just about science — it’s about survival, advocacy, and hope.👉 Listen now and share with someone who needs encouragement today.#TheUnexpectedDetour ❤️#TheUnexpectedDetour #Oncogenes #CancerAwareness #BreastCancerAwareness #BlackWomenAndCancer #FaithAndHealing #Resilience #WomensHealth #GeneticsAndHealth #HealthEquity #GodIsAble #AdvocateForYourHealth #CancerEducation]]>876e0740-e6e0-4e5a-907f-ba948e75a6a2Fri, 05 Sep 2025 01:05:46 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe Unexpected Detour ❤️ presents: “When Good Genes Go Rogue: Understanding Oncogenes and the Power of Knowing”In this episode, Frances Hammond breaks down the science of cancer in a way that’s clear, compassionate, and rooted in faith.🧬 Learn what...“When Good Genes Go Rogue: Understanding Oncogenes and the Power of Knowing”In this episode, Frances Hammond breaks down the science of cancer in a way that’s clear, compassionate, and rooted in faith.🧬 Learn what genes, proto-oncogenes, and oncogenes are
⚡ Discover what can trigger oncogenes to go “rogue”
✊🏾 Hear why Black women must advocate for early screening and genetic testing
✝️ Be reminded that faith and science walk hand-in-hand on the journey to healingThis isn’t just about science — it’s about survival, advocacy, and hope.👉 Listen now and share with someone who needs encouragement today.#TheUnexpectedDetour ❤️#TheUnexpectedDetour #Oncogenes #CancerAwareness #BreastCancerAwareness #BlackWomenAndCancer #FaithAndHealing #Resilience #WomensHealth #GeneticsAndHealth #HealthEquity #GodIsAble #AdvocateForYourHealth #CancerEducation]]>703false201fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/your-silence-will-not-protect-you-audre-lorde-legacy-of-the-thrivers--67588454Her book The Cancer Journals didn’t dress suffering up; it told the truth. She spoke openly about her mastectomy, about identity, about choosing life not just in body, but in spirit. Audre reminded us that survival isn’t passive. It’s an act. It’s a practice. It’s community. And it’s political, because whose lives are protected—and whose are ignored—has everything to do with power.
Audre lived with metastatic disease for years, and in that time she kept teaching us: advocate for yourself, ask hard questions, build a circle that holds you up, and never confuse silence with peace. She showed that scars are not the end of beauty; they’re proof that we’re still here.
Because too many are still told to keep quiet. Too many are dismissed when they say, “Something’s wrong.” Audre’s legacy tells us to listen to our bodies, demand the care we deserve, and use our voices—even when they shake.]]>b6c4afe9-7dbf-445d-838c-bff4442ead2bTue, 02 Sep 2025 00:18:07 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCAudre Lorde faced breast cancer the same way she faced the world—head-on, without apology. She refused to let fear or secrecy write her story. Instead, she named the hard things: the body changing, the systems failing, the quiet ways women—especially...Her book The Cancer Journals didn’t dress suffering up; it told the truth. She spoke openly about her mastectomy, about identity, about choosing life not just in body, but in spirit. Audre reminded us that survival isn’t passive. It’s an act. It’s a practice. It’s community. And it’s political, because whose lives are protected—and whose are ignored—has everything to do with power.
Audre lived with metastatic disease for years, and in that time she kept teaching us: advocate for yourself, ask hard questions, build a circle that holds you up, and never confuse silence with peace. She showed that scars are not the end of beauty; they’re proof that we’re still here.
Because too many are still told to keep quiet. Too many are dismissed when they say, “Something’s wrong.” Audre’s legacy tells us to listen to our bodies, demand the care we deserve, and use our voices—even when they shake.]]>184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/minnie-riperton-a-song-that-still-sings-legacy-of-the-thrivers--67513606d9b4d75b-3ba0-4a7f-9493-5b831940b95aTue, 26 Aug 2025 01:06:11 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCMinnie Riperton’s voice was unlike any other—pure, soaring, and filled with a tenderness that could make the world pause. Best known for her timeless hit “Lovin’ You”, Minnie’s music carried joy, romance, and an unshakable beauty. But behind the...232false193fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-stories-that-still-need-telling-season-2--67374829This season, you’ll hear from new faces whose journeys will inspire you, challenge you, and open your eyes — and from familiar voices returning with more to share about living, thriving, and advocating in the fight against breast cancer.
In our premiere episode, we meet Jeanelle and Lakeil, whose journey reminds us that resilience isn’t just about surviving — it’s about finding your voice, standing in your truth, and ensuring no one else has to walk this road alone.
If you believe these stories matter — and I know you do — share this episode with someone you love, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a moment of Season 2."]]>a788429f-0451-4e81-a41a-80224b794b44Fri, 15 Aug 2025 01:34:39 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC"When it comes to breast cancer, every story matters — because every story has the power to save a life. Welcome to Season 2 of The Resilience of Black Women Confronting Breast Cancer Podcast Series: Stories That Still Need Telling. I’m your host,...This season, you’ll hear from new faces whose journeys will inspire you, challenge you, and open your eyes — and from familiar voices returning with more to share about living, thriving, and advocating in the fight against breast cancer.
In our premiere episode, we meet Jeanelle and Lakeil, whose journey reminds us that resilience isn’t just about surviving — it’s about finding your voice, standing in your truth, and ensuring no one else has to walk this road alone.
If you believe these stories matter — and I know you do — share this episode with someone you love, and don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a moment of Season 2."]]>6040false201fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/danielle-spencer-courage-beyond-the-spotlight-special-edition-of-legacy-of-the-thrivers--67361803Her journey isn’t just about survival — it’s about living with purpose. Danielle’s resilience sends a message to all of us: no matter how many challenges come our way, we can rise, adapt, and inspire others.Quote
💬 “Breast cancer taught me that life is too short not to live it fully and with purpose.” – Danielle SpencerThank you for joining me for this special tribute to Danielle Spencer. May her story remind you that resilience is not just about surviving—it’s about thriving. Until next time, stay strong, stay hopeful, and keep thriving.]]>8e94a4e2-80ac-4354-8c6b-9fcee6b81393Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:21:50 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWelcome to this special edition of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, where we honor the courage, strength, and resilience of those who have faced life’s toughest battles. Tonight, we shine a light on a woman who many of us grew up watching on our TV screens —...Her journey isn’t just about survival — it’s about living with purpose. Danielle’s resilience sends a message to all of us: no matter how many challenges come our way, we can rise, adapt, and inspire others.Quote
💬 “Breast cancer taught me that life is too short not to live it fully and with purpose.” – Danielle SpencerThank you for joining me for this special tribute to Danielle Spencer. May her story remind you that resilience is not just about surviving—it’s about thriving. Until next time, stay strong, stay hopeful, and keep thriving.]]>153false193fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legacy-of-the-thrivers-grace-in-every-season-diahann-carroll--673382013b7748e2-2ea0-4b72-a18b-096f9cd11777Tue, 12 Aug 2025 00:45:41 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCDiahann Carroll was more than an actress — she was a trailblazer who broke barriers for Black women in Hollywood. Many remember her for her elegance, grace, and the unforgettable roles she brought to life, but what’s just as powerful is how openly she...194false192fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dismissed-diagnosed-determined-jeanelle-adams-triple-negative-breast-cancer-journey--67301626Stage 3 Triple Negative Breast Cancer—one of the most aggressive forms of the disease, and one that disproportionately affects women of color.Like many of us, Jeanelle turned to the internet for answers. But what she found beyond fear was fight—and purpose.She is not just surviving—she is leading. Jeanelle works with local representatives to support legislation that would expand access to care for women on Medicaid. Her advocacy isn’t for recognition or financial gain—it’s rooted in service.As I reflected on our conversation, one line stayed with me:“She can’t collect money from those who are poor. My purpose is to bring awareness.”Jeanelle Adams is a woman about her business—and her business is saving lives, changing minds, and ensuring no voice goes unheard.✨ This is more than an interview—it’s a movement.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elleviews/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jeanelleadams#JeanelleAdams#TripleNegativeBreastCancer
#Stage3BreastCancer
#BlackBreastCancerAwareness
#BreastCancerAdvocate
#TheUnexpectedDetour
#ListenToBlackWomen
#HealthEquityMatters
#TNBCWarrior
#PatientAdvocacy]]>b7610377-ecba-4764-b657-44e87005e189Fri, 08 Aug 2025 12:52:21 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe interview with Jeanelle Adams was nothing short of phenomenal.At just 33 years old, Jeanelle—a wife, mother, daughter, and sister—noticed a rash on her breast. Doctors told her it was eczema. But she trusted her gut—and kept pushing for...Stage 3 Triple Negative Breast Cancer—one of the most aggressive forms of the disease, and one that disproportionately affects women of color.Like many of us, Jeanelle turned to the internet for answers. But what she found beyond fear was fight—and purpose.She is not just surviving—she is leading. Jeanelle works with local representatives to support legislation that would expand access to care for women on Medicaid. Her advocacy isn’t for recognition or financial gain—it’s rooted in service.As I reflected on our conversation, one line stayed with me:“She can’t collect money from those who are poor. My purpose is to bring awareness.”Jeanelle Adams is a woman about her business—and her business is saving lives, changing minds, and ensuring no voice goes unheard.✨ This is more than an interview—it’s a movement.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elleviews/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/jeanelleadams#JeanelleAdams#TripleNegativeBreastCancer
#Stage3BreastCancer
#BlackBreastCancerAwareness
#BreastCancerAdvocate
#TheUnexpectedDetour
#ListenToBlackWomen
#HealthEquityMatters
#TNBCWarrior
#PatientAdvocacy]]>2164false192fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faith-family-and-the-full-circle-healing-the-robin-roberts-story--67253329Her quote: 'Make your mess your message' gave many the courage to transform their pain into purpose. Her story is one of unwavering faith and public vulnerability.Thank you for joining me on this episode of *Legacy of the Thrivers*. May the strength in today’s story inspire you to stand tall in your own. Let this be a reminder that your voice matters, your journey is sacred, and healing comes in many forms. Join me next Monday on *The Unexpected Detour ❤️* as we continue honoring the lives, legacies, and lessons of those who’ve walked through breast cancer and emerged with power.
Until then, be well, be whole, and never be afraid to share your detour.#RobinRoberts , #LegacyofTheThrivers #GoodMorningAmerica#TripleNegativeBreastCancer, #BoneMarrowDisorder#Faith, Healing,]]>aed6d4d9-8271-4b5a-b372-bd554a336d9dTue, 05 Aug 2025 00:08:33 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCRobin Roberts was diagnosed in 2007 with triple-negative breast cancer. She shared her journey openly on Good Morning America. Later, she also faced a rare bone marrow disorder. Despite these challenges, Robin inspired millions by showing up in truth...Her quote: 'Make your mess your message' gave many the courage to transform their pain into purpose. Her story is one of unwavering faith and public vulnerability.Thank you for joining me on this episode of *Legacy of the Thrivers*. May the strength in today’s story inspire you to stand tall in your own. Let this be a reminder that your voice matters, your journey is sacred, and healing comes in many forms. Join me next Monday on *The Unexpected Detour ❤️* as we continue honoring the lives, legacies, and lessons of those who’ve walked through breast cancer and emerged with power.
Until then, be well, be whole, and never be afraid to share your detour.#RobinRoberts , #LegacyofTheThrivers #GoodMorningAmerica#TripleNegativeBreastCancer, #BoneMarrowDisorder#Faith, Healing,]]>138false181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/divine-detour-how-kwame-terra-built-behr-health-for-the-black-community--67051288I genuinely enjoyed my interview with him and walked away feeling inspired, informed, and full of hope.During our conversation, I learned how bEHR Health came to be—and the deep, personal motivation behind his movement. Like so many of us, Kwame had a vision and a plan, but God revealed something greater.What began as a personal passion transformed into a divine calling: to build a health organization that empowers and uplifts the Black community. Through bEHR, he's not just promoting wellness—he’s creating a movement grounded in equity, healing, and accountability.Kwame’s journey reminds us that detours are never setbacks—they’re redirections toward purpose.
I forgot to mention something important—Kwame Terra has an app!
After our interview, I downloaded it and officially joined the movement. The app is called dacadoo, and it connects directly with his platform bEHR Health, to help track your wellness journey and improve your Health Score in real-time.📱 I’m ready for the challenge. Are you?If you're serious about improving your health, being part of a supportive community, and making data work for you—this is your sign.🎯 Follow and support Kwame Terra:
📸 Instagram: @kwameterra
📘 Facebook: Kwame Terra
💼 LinkedIn: Kwame TerraLet’s uplift, heal, and walk this journey together.
This isn’t just a health app—it’s a movement.— The Unexpected Detour ❤️]]>f15b0560-dc5d-4e8c-9529-5d3fbca5cee3Mon, 21 Jul 2025 02:10:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCKwame Terra is truly one awesome person. I genuinely enjoyed my interview with him and walked away feeling inspired, informed, and full of hope.During our conversation, I learned how bEHR Health came to be—and the deep, personal motivation behind his...I genuinely enjoyed my interview with him and walked away feeling inspired, informed, and full of hope.During our conversation, I learned how bEHR Health came to be—and the deep, personal motivation behind his movement. Like so many of us, Kwame had a vision and a plan, but God revealed something greater.What began as a personal passion transformed into a divine calling: to build a health organization that empowers and uplifts the Black community. Through bEHR, he's not just promoting wellness—he’s creating a movement grounded in equity, healing, and accountability.Kwame’s journey reminds us that detours are never setbacks—they’re redirections toward purpose.
I forgot to mention something important—Kwame Terra has an app!
After our interview, I downloaded it and officially joined the movement. The app is called dacadoo, and it connects directly with his platform bEHR Health, to help track your wellness journey and improve your Health Score in real-time.📱 I’m ready for the challenge. Are you?If you're serious about improving your health, being part of a supportive community, and making data work for you—this is your sign.🎯 Follow and support Kwame Terra:
📸 Instagram: @kwameterra
📘 Facebook: Kwame Terra
💼 LinkedIn: Kwame TerraLet’s uplift, heal, and walk this journey together.
This isn’t just a health app—it’s a movement.— The Unexpected Detour ❤️]]>3096false191fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-today-s-episode-topic-understanding-breast-reconstruction--669499378ee04e1e-96f0-4c75-9585-22b932b266b4Fri, 11 Jul 2025 20:49:27 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this powerful conversation, the ladies opened up about their personal journeys with breast reconstruction—discussing how the procedure is performed and breaking down the two main types of reconstruction.Whether you're considering this step or...6172false1510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faith-family-and-fighting-forward-sonet-s-breast-cancer-journey--66928222She is a devoted wife, mother, and nurse who was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer. In this heartfelt episode, Sonet shares her powerful journey — and how her husband, her father, and her unwavering faith in God, along with continuous prayer, helped her navigate every step of the way.She is truly a beacon of hope, and her beauty radiates through her warm and compassionate spirit. 🌸Tune in, be inspired, and let her story remind you that healing is possible — even in the most unexpected detours.]]>bea7b10b-df46-44de-aaf4-6cc4ed0e90c6Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:22:01 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCSonet Teruel was my guest today on The Unexpected Detour ❤️. She is a devoted wife, mother, and nurse who was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer. In this heartfelt episode, Sonet shares her powerful journey — and how her husband, her father, and her...She is a devoted wife, mother, and nurse who was diagnosed with Stage 2 breast cancer. In this heartfelt episode, Sonet shares her powerful journey — and how her husband, her father, and her unwavering faith in God, along with continuous prayer, helped her navigate every step of the way.She is truly a beacon of hope, and her beauty radiates through her warm and compassionate spirit. 🌸Tune in, be inspired, and let her story remind you that healing is possible — even in the most unexpected detours.]]>2331falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rethinking-possible-the-courage-to-begin-again-with-rebecca-galli--669062066716f998-edfb-4a78-97d1-d8e43497b9b9Wed, 09 Jul 2025 02:02:17 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this powerful episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, host Frances sits down with bestselling author, speaker, and advocate Rebecca Faye Smith Galli, whose life was transformed by unexpected heartbreak, loss, and paralysis.From the devastating death...2092false181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-focus-on-why-me-kijuan-m-amey-s-powerful-story-of-faith-blindness-and-purpose--66619336

How Kijuan’s accident reshaped his life

The role of faith and perseverance in his healing

The message behind his book

Why he refuses to be defined by disability

How he's helping others see past their own “why me?” moments

📖 Buy the book: Don’t Focus On “Why Me?” by Kijuan M. Amey
🎧 Subscribe for more powerful stories of hope, healing, and resilience.💬 Leave a comment: What part of Kijuan’s story touched you the most?
👍 Like, 🔔 Subscribe, and Share this with someone who needs encouragement.#TheUnexpectedDetour #KijuanAmey #DontFocusOnWhyMe #BlindNotBroken #FaithOverFear #DisabilityAwareness #InspirationalStories #ArmyVeteran #Resilience #ChristianMotivation #PodcastInterview #PurposeInThePain #FrancesHammondwww.AmeyMotivation.comFollow him on Facebook, IG and LinkedIn @ Kijuan Amey]]>972a1da5-8416-4a52-8c71-e5113eb84ca1Thu, 19 Jun 2025 02:55:05 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this unforgettable episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, host Frances Hammond sits down with Kijuan M. Amey—an Army veteran, drummer, entrepreneur, and author of the inspiring book Don’t Focus On “Why Me?”.After a life-changing motorcycle accident...

How Kijuan’s accident reshaped his life

The role of faith and perseverance in his healing

The message behind his book

Why he refuses to be defined by disability

How he's helping others see past their own “why me?” moments

📖 Buy the book: Don’t Focus On “Why Me?” by Kijuan M. Amey
🎧 Subscribe for more powerful stories of hope, healing, and resilience.💬 Leave a comment: What part of Kijuan’s story touched you the most?
👍 Like, 🔔 Subscribe, and Share this with someone who needs encouragement.#TheUnexpectedDetour #KijuanAmey #DontFocusOnWhyMe #BlindNotBroken #FaithOverFear #DisabilityAwareness #InspirationalStories #ArmyVeteran #Resilience #ChristianMotivation #PodcastInterview #PurposeInThePain #FrancesHammondwww.AmeyMotivation.comFollow him on Facebook, IG and LinkedIn @ Kijuan Amey]]>4059false181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-ep-9--665424455d6cb3f6-63d1-40b5-8ebd-9a4ee70f3926Fri, 13 Jun 2025 02:28:28 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCTonight’s Conversation Recap – The Resilience of Black Women Confronting Breast CancerIn this heartfelt discussion, we reflected on the recent passing of Ananda Lewis and explored the question: Would early detection through mammograms have changed her...5019false159fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/talley-koren-healing-through-music-love-and-positivity--66346470]]>d44110be-3e67-4f4d-b625-ce73b36438a6Sat, 31 May 2025 01:02:15 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Talley Koren — a singer, songwriter, spiritual healer, and caregiver whose life and music are deeply rooted in compassion, resilience, and love. Talley opens up about her late husband Doug's courageous...]]>3141false181fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-episode-8--66119014From hair loss to autoimmune issues, we spoke our truth—raw, real, and unapologetically powerful.
Because when Black women speak, the world should listen.
Presented by The Unexpected Detour ❤️]]>12b07161-92a0-4cc9-b4d7-4b4a8e3f40f8Fri, 16 May 2025 12:35:11 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCTonight on The Resilience of Black Women Confronting Breast Cancer…We didn’t hold back.We opened up about the silent battles—the side effects that disrupt our lives and challenge our identities. From hair loss to autoimmune issues, we spoke our...From hair loss to autoimmune issues, we spoke our truth—raw, real, and unapologetically powerful.
Because when Black women speak, the world should listen.
Presented by The Unexpected Detour ❤️]]>5205false158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sally-mcquallen-reaching-for-beautiful--66095404Her memoir, Reaching for Beautiful: A Memoir of Loving and Losing a Wild Child, tells the powerful story of her journey after the heartbreaking loss of her oldest son, Christopher, nine years ago. Sally's composure and transparency as she shares the love and grief of losing a child are a testament to a mother’s unwavering and unconditional love.
This episode is filled with raw emotion, resilience, and the kind of love that transcends even the deepest of pain. Sally’s strength and vulnerability will leave you inspired and deeply moved.
Pick up a copy of her book, Reaching for Beautiful: A Memoir of Loving and Losing a Wild Child, and join us for this powerful conversation.]]>f7305d13-95ee-4926-9257-8d5034e601feThu, 15 May 2025 02:32:20 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode of The Unexpected Detour ❤️, I had the privilege of speaking with the incredible Sally McQuallen. Sally is not only a wife, mother of three, and an accomplished author, but also an LCSW and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Her...Her memoir, Reaching for Beautiful: A Memoir of Loving and Losing a Wild Child, tells the powerful story of her journey after the heartbreaking loss of her oldest son, Christopher, nine years ago. Sally's composure and transparency as she shares the love and grief of losing a child are a testament to a mother’s unwavering and unconditional love.
This episode is filled with raw emotion, resilience, and the kind of love that transcends even the deepest of pain. Sally’s strength and vulnerability will leave you inspired and deeply moved.
Pick up a copy of her book, Reaching for Beautiful: A Memoir of Loving and Losing a Wild Child, and join us for this powerful conversation.]]>3489false162fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/interview-with-tony-stewart-author-of-carrying-the-tiger-a-memoir--6599046387071e48-9090-4452-89ae-682c518e6930Thu, 08 May 2025 02:15:06 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCToday, I had the honor of interviewing Tony Stewart, author of Carrying The Tiger: A Memoir. Tony’s powerful memoir shares his deeply personal journey as the devoted caregiver to his beloved wife, Lynn, who courageously battled Stage IV metastatic...3436false158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-series--6562940756e84292-62e7-4b6a-b822-dc333ad2bdbcFri, 18 Apr 2025 20:56:02 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe resilience of Black women confronting breast cancer is an inspiring testament to strength, courage, and perseverance. Despite facing unique challenges, including disparities in healthcare access and outcomes, Black women continue to demonstrate...3531false157fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-weight-of-the-word-finding-my-voice-after-breast-cancer-fatigue--65546053ba6061de-73d0-4f27-9868-87b3ceeab202Sat, 12 Apr 2025 02:24:49 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThere was a time when the constant mention of breast cancer became a heavy weight, and I was simply fed up with discussing it. The very word felt exhausting, and I grew weary of the well-meaning conversations, longing only to leave it all behind and...655falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-3-14-2025-dedicated-memory-of-angie-money--648883561ed8c0fb-1d0e-44f1-937e-cf009756709eFri, 14 Mar 2025 18:21:59 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC“Resilience is knowing that you are the only one that has the power and the responsibility to pick yourself up.”-Mary HollowayIn this episode the ladies and discussed our uncertainty of Breast Cancer in the future. We talked about unknown factors that...2501true155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-2-20-25--64501227c1e6dcec-808b-4b5e-8ca7-938b327eb73fFri, 21 Feb 2025 19:22:32 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCToday's discussion covered the probability that toxic products, foods you eat and products we use daily may be a contributing factor of Breast Cancer. We covered birth control, hair care products, plastic bottles, synthetic materials such as clothes,...6816true155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tamika-baker-the-pink-breastie-sista--64275640]]>3bc03931-cbe3-44aa-bb40-87327f4c838bSat, 08 Feb 2025 22:10:39 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCI had the pleasure of catching up with Tamika Baker, one of the ladies who's a part of The Resilience of Black Women Confronting Breast Cancer.She is one of the most transparent women I have met during my journey. She was diagnosed with Stage 2 TNBC...]]>3689false171fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-sound-of-my-voice--63946236d9311584-f4cd-4b7c-86af-b712939eb926Tue, 28 Jan 2025 01:05:31 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe voice that I disliked will be the legacy left behind.769false161fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-series-episode-4--6364330784f49448-da02-45ec-b778-cf0552dbd0afFri, 10 Jan 2025 19:33:08 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn episode 4 of The Resilience of Black Women Confronting Breast Cancer the women were transparent about personal issues. We covered how they dealt with their diagnosis mentally. How do they see themselves physically when they look in the mirror?...4779true154fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-pt3--63423793The project aims to raise awareness of breast cancer in the Black community and empower women to take control of their health. It also seeks to inspire hope and support for those affected by the disease.
STAY TUNED FOR A NEW EPISODE TONIGHT #theunexpecteddetour❤️ #tellyourstory #theresilienceofblackwomenandbreastcancer
#differentstages #differentages #differentsubtypes #differenttreatments
#lumpectomy #masectomy
#breastcancerisnotonemonthbuteverydayoftheyear]]>e75f53b1-dabf-4298-afd4-9e1bb6c710b9Sat, 21 Dec 2024 00:21:58 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe Resilience of Black Women Confronting Breast Cancer is a project that explores the strength and determination of Black women in their fight against breast cancer. It highlights the unique challenges they face, such as disparities in access to...The project aims to raise awareness of breast cancer in the Black community and empower women to take control of their health. It also seeks to inspire hope and support for those affected by the disease.
STAY TUNED FOR A NEW EPISODE TONIGHT #theunexpecteddetour❤️ #tellyourstory #theresilienceofblackwomenandbreastcancer
#differentstages #differentages #differentsubtypes #differenttreatments
#lumpectomy #masectomy
#breastcancerisnotonemonthbuteverydayoftheyear]]>2175true143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bill-c-potts-a-beacon-of-light--63278021 https://www.billcpotts.com/]]>b628ab8a-5076-4ab3-af93-7882739aecd7Thu, 12 Dec 2024 01:04:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCTwo years ago, I had the esteemed privilege of interviewing Bill C. Potts. the author of "Up For The Fight". This is a book about his journey with cancer. Not one type of cancer, but five types of cancer. I wanted to catch up with him and find out how... https://www.billcpotts.com/]]>2215false151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-confronting-breast-cancer-series-part-2--627629893671cf49-5254-4729-81ee-888e37ee0b76Sat, 16 Nov 2024 00:18:49 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe Resilience of Black Women Confronting Breast Cancer is a community of black women discussing the trials and tribulations regarding their journey. We have fresh faces and new journeys. You'll not only hear their stories, but we will discuss new...4634true142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-resilience-of-black-women-and-breast-cancer-part-1--62334889]]>7774a636-5d29-4d58-9812-b96bf1927cf1Fri, 11 Oct 2024 17:08:53 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWe as Black women are the least to discuss breast cancer amongst ourselves due to the stigma and rejection from others. Today we begin a new journey to break the cycle of being inclusive about our journey by being open and transparent about Breast...]]>4243true151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/to-be-transparent--596773300d449b6c-c91f-4870-ad09-50cd41063292Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:07:15 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCBeing transparent means letting it - all of it - pass through us. Converse to letting go, it means never holding on in the first place. When we can learn to do this, we remove the obstacles of ego that we ourselves create in our lives. Being...727false131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thank-you--5888506854f6432a-6cb0-46fe-ad8e-00477d68fb80Fri, 01 Mar 2024 04:08:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWe're so grateful for the voices who joined us this Black History Month. A special thanks to Steven Lewis, Octavia SoulSista Cohen, Andrea C, Dwayne Graham, Eric Benson, Danielle Atherton-Bonner, Kimberly Policano, Selena Cherry and Ranelle Wilson for...1006false1211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ranelle-wilson-the-art-of-contouring--58786240e30d3d9d-e466-494e-ad49-6057e298a145Thu, 22 Feb 2024 18:12:13 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe special guest today is Ranelle Wilson, who is a up and coming body sculptor. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree and started a job in the medical field. She, like most of the younger generation that I have interviewed, prefers to work for...3058false1210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selena-cherry-the-aroma-is-breathtaking--58722952https://www.bambreystreetcreations.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Bambrey-Street-Creations/100067083769449/ E-mail: bambreystreetcandles@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>6502c353-1de0-4436-a02e-6d98c37d6cfcSun, 18 Feb 2024 14:17:48 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCMy special guest today is Selena Cherry, she's a mother grandmother, she works a full-time job and is a solopreneur. She and I met her at church, I would love to go to church and see her outside. She had that biggest smile and would hug you as you...https://www.bambreystreetcreations.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Bambrey-Street-Creations/100067083769449/ E-mail: bambreystreetcandles@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>2329false128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kimberly-policano-second-chances--5871883360d607e4-fb7b-4f3d-a1c0-cb8d6d1182c8Sat, 17 Feb 2024 22:15:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCToday I had the pleasure of speaking with Kimberly Policano. Kim and I met and worked when she was eighteen years old. Although she may have left, we reconnected in 2005. Kim was diagnosed with diabetes at the age of twenty-five, but as time went by,...3052false127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/danielle-atheron-bonner-mrs-makes-it-happen--58644417 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>f14936b0-303b-4375-a518-3f402f8d8c0eSun, 11 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCI had the pleasure of interviewing Danielle Atheron-Bonner who hails from The Bronx, NY.She is a force to be reckoned with and a powerhouse of a woman.I met her while attending church with my mother and my mother who always spoke highly of her.... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>3140false126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eric-benson-it-s-time-to-live--58642534536fb039-1724-4b1f-89c4-a4eccc418f88Sat, 10 Feb 2024 20:51:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCToday's guest is Eric Benson who I've known all his life because he is my cousin. Eric grew up in the Bronx in the streets selling drugs not to his liking, but it was a way of survival. As Eric got older, he became very good at what he did being a...3121false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dwyane-graham-a-life-transformed--58593834e2f574d5-3e40-4c61-909c-8717469edd5bWed, 07 Feb 2024 02:18:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC"When we learn from experience, the scars of sin can lead us to restoration and a renewed intimacy with God." Charles Stanley Dwayne Graham is my special guest on this episode of The Unexpected Detour. Dwayne is a husband, father, Reverend, author,...2511false124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/andrea-c-educator-and-businesswoman--58570979Andrea is a wife, a mother of two awesome children along with her fur baby, Seven.
I invited her to share her story as a teacher and businesswoman.
She never ceased to teach others who are willing to be "COACHABLE".
She and I were both in an MLM as time went by and she saw the bigger picture. She took the knowledge from the MLM and along with her husband G it was time to have our own business.
That is exactly what transpired
She and her husband have a delivery service called CO Delivers. She has a clothing line with women's attire. They also have Airbnb. Keep your eyes open and watch her grow.
Her contact information is:
Email: C7assists@gmail.com
Apparel: www.BurgundyC7.shop --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>c81bbd24-ab85-457e-aa46-34246a3a4e22Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:15:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCI had the pleasure of interviewing Andrea C. I have known Andrea from a young age from her grandma who was a good friend of mine. Andrea is a wife, a mother of two awesome children along with her fur baby, Seven. I invited her to share her story as a...Andrea is a wife, a mother of two awesome children along with her fur baby, Seven.
I invited her to share her story as a teacher and businesswoman.
She never ceased to teach others who are willing to be "COACHABLE".
She and I were both in an MLM as time went by and she saw the bigger picture. She took the knowledge from the MLM and along with her husband G it was time to have our own business.
That is exactly what transpired
She and her husband have a delivery service called CO Delivers. She has a clothing line with women's attire. They also have Airbnb. Keep your eyes open and watch her grow.
Her contact information is:
Email: C7assists@gmail.com
Apparel: www.BurgundyC7.shop --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>1457false123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/octavia-soulsista-cohen-advocate-and-artist--5855226158992b7e-ba8e-439e-9796-301cd5e29623Sat, 03 Feb 2024 04:02:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCOctavia Cohen Founder/ Lead Designer Copper Cohens Shade of Blue: Alopecia Awareness Octavia SoulSista Cohen is an Alopecia Advocate who I met on Facebook. Not only is she an advocate for alopecia she's a jewelry designer, a writer and model. My...1754true122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/steven-lewis-from-corporate-to-entrepreneur--58539661Steven got married, had children, and authored a book about raising his two sons. He also has a daughter and as I mentioned to him it's time to write a book about raising a daughter. That should be interesting.
Moving right along I remember that he was always making videos on his phone. The videos were motivational and uplifting.
I also remember him going to lunch on the roof to make a video and him getting locked out.
As time passed, he took what he was doing with the videos and decided to become a coach.
I remember saying "I hope plan B works out for you!"
Taking a step-in faith, he decided it was time to build his dream.
He is now a coach on creating content.
That is exactly what he's doing, and I am so proud of him.
Steven has taught me to follow my passion and don't give up.

Instagram: popthecreative
Website: www.popthecreative.com
Production studio:
The Kre8tive Lounge
Website: www.thekre8tiveLounge.com #stevenlewis #pop #iampop #popthecreative #contentcreator #theKre8tivelounge
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>30755861-5855-41dc-ad11-2e331a8e4ed3Fri, 02 Feb 2024 01:30:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCI have known Steven Lewis for over 18 years.   We met at work he was a call center representative, and I was one of the supervisors. Steven was laid back down to earth for whom many of his coworkers confided in him about life. Steven got married, had...Steven got married, had children, and authored a book about raising his two sons. He also has a daughter and as I mentioned to him it's time to write a book about raising a daughter. That should be interesting.
Moving right along I remember that he was always making videos on his phone. The videos were motivational and uplifting.
I also remember him going to lunch on the roof to make a video and him getting locked out.
As time passed, he took what he was doing with the videos and decided to become a coach.
I remember saying "I hope plan B works out for you!"
Taking a step-in faith, he decided it was time to build his dream.
He is now a coach on creating content.
That is exactly what he's doing, and I am so proud of him.
Steven has taught me to follow my passion and don't give up.

Instagram: popthecreative
Website: www.popthecreative.com
Production studio:
The Kre8tive Lounge
Website: www.thekre8tiveLounge.com #stevenlewis #pop #iampop #popthecreative #contentcreator #theKre8tivelounge
--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>1702false121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/karis-meier-with-god-all-things-are-possible--58091146 The book is in the link below Suffering Redeemed – Walking with Jesus through Suffering (karismeier.com) Follow her on Facebook Karis Meier Follow her on IG IG@authorkarismeier --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>bc28c253-d580-4a11-9d55-9f59ea4c8660Thu, 21 Dec 2023 21:36:09 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCKaris Meier is the author of Suffering Redeemed Walking with Jesus. Karis is a loving wife, mother of four amazing children ranging from ages from 3-13. This is her story of how she contracted a parasite, was unable to have children but God stepped... The book is in the link below Suffering Redeemed – Walking with Jesus through Suffering (karismeier.com) Follow her on Facebook Karis Meier Follow her on IG IG@authorkarismeier --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>1606falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/but-god-angie-denise-jesse--5808039981969464-ab66-4608-a0ff-ae0b6ac745d4Thu, 21 Dec 2023 03:45:47 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCAngie Denise Jesse and I have men friends for over twenty years. Shortly after I was diagnose with Breast Cancer I received a message from Angie to contact her. After contacting her she informed me that she was also diagnosed with this illness. It...2000false101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-study-of-crystals-with-somer-thomas-part-1--576262452d0f1a46-dd4a-4a06-8712-105a0301c44cTue, 14 Nov 2023 03:30:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC“Crystals are silent healers, gently working in the background to restore balance and harmony to our lives.” Tonight's guest Somer Thomas is not just an RN but is licensed to talk about crystals. She is the owner of Divinity Moon. After attending...1189falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-process--57551385d531c275-ed2c-4b39-b566-4555431fba5cWed, 08 Nov 2023 02:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCFor one month I went through the process of trying to deal with my breast cancer diagnosis after 6 years of being in remission. While reading an article I stumbled across the word Toxic Positivity. My curiosity got a hold of me and as I looked up the...1084false92fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-body-your-body-transparency--56558582 Thank you to all those who have known my past and I am now set FREE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>4d8d4f14-d237-4332-98a0-5a15b8e9095fTue, 22 Aug 2023 19:06:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWe listen to the voice of God but how often do we listen to our bodies. Today there was no holding back or sugar coating my truth. The fight is over and i no longer have to wrestle with the voice with my heads. Peace and Blessing. Thank you to all... Thank you to all those who have known my past and I am now set FREE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>1233true81fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lie-told-around-the-world--56238045a5bd5ace-5848-4a3b-96af-9d5d88835d26Wed, 26 Jul 2023 21:59:14 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCI wanted to discuss the lie told where all concerned citizens prayed for the well being of Carlee Russell. I am happy that she's safe but I feel she owes an apology to Hoover, Alabama the local authorities and the world. The question we all want to...627falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nicole-lane-and-her-detour--53393979https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicole-... (https://www.amazon.com/stores/Nicole-...) Sunflower Boutique Collections Custom Made Jewelry created by Nicole Lane https://www.facebook.com/sunflowerbou... Black Girl Joy llc with Nicole Celine https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Ocl...
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--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/frances-hammond/message]]>1971falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-i-talk-about-breast-cancer--5331941517127b1d-a8a2-4928-af9d-b0118c3dc196Fri, 24 Mar 2023 02:40:43 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCI don't want anyone to think I have abandoned the reason why I began my Podcast because I didn't. At times when I tell my story painful and depressing memories I chose the forget resurface. I can't bring awareness to Breast Cancer it I hide all...987falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-time--526855667a7c003b-e296-4385-8a24-48683674ca2eThu, 09 Feb 2023 18:29:48 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIf you haven't heard of THE UNEXPECTED DETOUR ❤️ I apologize. Because of my lack of sharing my face while doing my Podcast I have decided to come out of my comfort zone and put a face to the voice. If you have a detour that you wish to discuss I can...74false9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/torment-and-torture--526114667d122d7d-006f-4982-9962-5cdc6b951dd5Thu, 02 Feb 2023 02:21:19 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWe’re not discussing this but theirs is NO race card to play in this beating. The five officers who are all BLACK just gave people something to talk about when it comes to black-on-black shootings and beatings. DAMN SHAME. Where are the Activists now...648true91fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/she-and-the-mirror--52154357
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>25fb9b23-cd04-42c2-8757-02073ef979c8Sat, 29 Oct 2022 00:18:47 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIn this episode I will be discussing my Stage of breast cancer my protocol of treatment. If you would to be a guest on my podcast email me at theunexpecetddetour@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>a80de993-faea-4a92-bc83-e3669adc3c65Sun, 02 Oct 2022 23:38:54 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIt's time you tell your story because only you are the author of your life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>743falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bill-c-potts-author-of-up-for-the-fight--51202899Today’s guest is Bill C Potts, a husband to Kim and three now adult children who have traveled with him on his journey along with his loving fur baby Pippa. He’s an IRONMAN triathlete, author, motivational speaker, creative business leader and five-time cancer survivor who is humble and transparent about his journey with thyroid cancer lymphoma three times and prostate cancer.
How many of you have been a journey and when you think that life has knocked you down God reaches down and tells you that "Your Work Is NOT Done."  While Bill was going through his journey, he was encouraged to write a book while enduring treatment. The book is “Up for The Fight” How to Advocate for Yourself as You Battle Cancer. The book will be available in the month of September which is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, Prostate Awareness Month and Thyroid Awareness Month. I recommend this book for all cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. You will find encouragement within the pages of this book and realize you are not alone and can fight your battle and survive.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>443a192d-2764-4e5b-bfe7-ca8fc93d629aWed, 24 Aug 2022 01:59:56 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCBill C Potts Interview Today’s guest is Bill C Potts, a husband to Kim and three now adult children who have traveled with him on his journey along with his loving fur baby Pippa. He’s an IRONMAN triathlete, author, motivational speaker, creative...Today’s guest is Bill C Potts, a husband to Kim and three now adult children who have traveled with him on his journey along with his loving fur baby Pippa. He’s an IRONMAN triathlete, author, motivational speaker, creative business leader and five-time cancer survivor who is humble and transparent about his journey with thyroid cancer lymphoma three times and prostate cancer.
How many of you have been a journey and when you think that life has knocked you down God reaches down and tells you that "Your Work Is NOT Done."  While Bill was going through his journey, he was encouraged to write a book while enduring treatment. The book is “Up for The Fight” How to Advocate for Yourself as You Battle Cancer. The book will be available in the month of September which is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, Prostate Awareness Month and Thyroid Awareness Month. I recommend this book for all cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. You will find encouragement within the pages of this book and realize you are not alone and can fight your battle and survive.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>1903falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/she-reclaimed-her-power--512213651.possession of control, authority, or influence over others.
2.the ability to act or produce an effect It's in your power to change things
It's been two months since I have Podcasted or blogged, I began reflecting on the word POWER.
Throughout those two months I noticed that I began to surround my personal space with toxic people that I had given access to my power without realizing the toxic energy they were bringing with them toxicity that affected me in such a way that I no longer focused on my passion but took up residency in their space of emptiness and nothing that was not worth my energy.
My time off was wasted on those toxic people who were more concerned about themselves and didn’t care about my passion. As I watched the selfishness of others it was then I realized that I had given others access to my power and they were renting space in my head. Two months of this was more than I could endure, and it was time to take back my power.
After a two-month hiatus and clearing out the toxic energy I have awakened and reclaimed my POWER. I am back with more passion to continue my podcasts and blogging not just bringing awareness to Breast Cancer but the other detours that come with LIFE.


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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>93467b71-aea1-45b4-95a2-761fee14e22dTue, 23 Aug 2022 18:10:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe Merriam Dictionary has four definitions of power, but I am only going to point out two that I can relate to: 1.possession of control, authority, or influence over others. 2.the ability to act or produce an effect It's in your power to change...1.possession of control, authority, or influence over others.
2.the ability to act or produce an effect It's in your power to change things
It's been two months since I have Podcasted or blogged, I began reflecting on the word POWER.
Throughout those two months I noticed that I began to surround my personal space with toxic people that I had given access to my power without realizing the toxic energy they were bringing with them toxicity that affected me in such a way that I no longer focused on my passion but took up residency in their space of emptiness and nothing that was not worth my energy.
My time off was wasted on those toxic people who were more concerned about themselves and didn’t care about my passion. As I watched the selfishness of others it was then I realized that I had given others access to my power and they were renting space in my head. Two months of this was more than I could endure, and it was time to take back my power.
After a two-month hiatus and clearing out the toxic energy I have awakened and reclaimed my POWER. I am back with more passion to continue my podcasts and blogging not just bringing awareness to Breast Cancer but the other detours that come with LIFE.


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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>250falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-most-powerful-weapon--51202910Words can either heal us or break us.
We use them to build one another up or tear each other down.
The words that we so easily use roll off the tongue attacking from all angles.
They fly here and there, never caring who they will hit and how they'll make a person feel.
We use words to get the things we want in life. We use the tongue to destroy our children's self-esteem. We can speak words that can destroy a person leaving them to feel useless and unwanted. We say things out of anger because the triggers have caused us to lose self-control.
We have all been in that space where our words are used in the most thoughtless ways. Words that can never be retracted because once said they are spoken the damage has been done.
That tongue is the culprit behind those hurtful or kind words.  Before you spoke the thought was already in your mind. Your tongue’s delivery is like a sword that can destroy or soothe a person’s spirit.
James 3:5-6 It only takes a spark, remember, to set off a forest fire. A careless or wrongly placed word out of your mouth can do that. By our speech we can ruin the world, turn harmony to chaos, throw mud on a reputation, send the whole world up in smoke and go up in smoke with it, smoke right from the pit of hell. MSG Bible
I have been there occasionally and would ask God for directions as I prepare my comeback. That was my process, I would rehearse as though I was giving a stage performance.  I had to make sure that my words were articulated and understood because there was no room for error. At least that’s what I thought, the joke was on me. Those thoughts were there, and my tongue let loose and the things that came out could not be retrieved. No more dress rehearsals from now on I will address situations as they occur and not get caught up my feelings.
Hurt people hurt people and we live in a world where caring is no longer a priory but going out of one’s way to hurt one another with the tongue is and always be the world. We have all harmed so many people, even ourselves, with the words we have spoken and now is the time to STOP. If you don’t think it, you won’t say it.
"Talk with your mind before you talk with your tongue.” Anonymous

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>94ac73c8-12f8-482e-8c81-48ccc66fc106Sun, 14 Aug 2022 20:29:48 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC"Watch your thoughts for they become your words Watch your words for they become actions Watch your actions for they become habits Watch your habits for they become your character Watch your character for it becomes your destiny." Lao Tzu Words can...Words can either heal us or break us.
We use them to build one another up or tear each other down.
The words that we so easily use roll off the tongue attacking from all angles.
They fly here and there, never caring who they will hit and how they'll make a person feel.
We use words to get the things we want in life. We use the tongue to destroy our children's self-esteem. We can speak words that can destroy a person leaving them to feel useless and unwanted. We say things out of anger because the triggers have caused us to lose self-control.
We have all been in that space where our words are used in the most thoughtless ways. Words that can never be retracted because once said they are spoken the damage has been done.
That tongue is the culprit behind those hurtful or kind words.  Before you spoke the thought was already in your mind. Your tongue’s delivery is like a sword that can destroy or soothe a person’s spirit.
James 3:5-6 It only takes a spark, remember, to set off a forest fire. A careless or wrongly placed word out of your mouth can do that. By our speech we can ruin the world, turn harmony to chaos, throw mud on a reputation, send the whole world up in smoke and go up in smoke with it, smoke right from the pit of hell. MSG Bible
I have been there occasionally and would ask God for directions as I prepare my comeback. That was my process, I would rehearse as though I was giving a stage performance.  I had to make sure that my words were articulated and understood because there was no room for error. At least that’s what I thought, the joke was on me. Those thoughts were there, and my tongue let loose and the things that came out could not be retrieved. No more dress rehearsals from now on I will address situations as they occur and not get caught up my feelings.
Hurt people hurt people and we live in a world where caring is no longer a priory but going out of one’s way to hurt one another with the tongue is and always be the world. We have all harmed so many people, even ourselves, with the words we have spoken and now is the time to STOP. If you don’t think it, you won’t say it.
"Talk with your mind before you talk with your tongue.” Anonymous

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>cab8fb48-f354-4fe1-a90a-7b7451f9d39bSat, 28 May 2022 22:43:27 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCI am your host Frances Hammond who has decided to step out of her comfort zone. Yes, could you believe that I was shy as a little girl who carried that shyness into her adult life. So here I am so you can put a face behind the voice and give a brief...theunexpeceteddetour17@gmail.com. 

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>528falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-obedience-better-than-sacrifice--51221367Since my healing began, I returned to a place where I found peace. The place where I could have my private conversations with the One who knew me best. He never left me, but I left Him. At times I would hear His voice whispering in my ear not to do something but out of hurt and anger I became the disobedient child. Funny how He spoke so clearly to me on consistently, and I chose to do things MY WAY.
In 1 Samuel 15:22 there is a verse which reads "Obedience is better than sacrifice." I took the words lightly and never gave the words a second thought. I figured that God is a forgiving God so if prayed He would forgive me. As I would learn later in my life every wrong decision that I would make came with consequences. I lived the life I wanted doing what I wanted never knowing those words would come back to bite me and bite me HARD. My choices left me an emotional hot mess. Dating the wrong men was truly an emotional roller coaster ride that I decided to go on not realizing the effects of the toxic situationships.
“Anything or anyone that asks you to be other than yourself is not holy, but is trying only to fill its own need.”Mark Nepo
I married a man because I was tired of living with my mother, and he was tired of living with his family. So, after six months of dating, we got married and what a big mistake. He professed to know God and love Him but after marriage this was all a lie. He wanted nothing to do with God or church. A marriage doomed to fail because it was not God's will nor did I receive the blessings from my family. This guy would become my worst nightmare when the police were called due to domestic violence. The last altercation I had enough became and I had to fight for my life. Thank God for the neighbors who lived on my floor because they got me off him and he was asked to leave by my mom.
Five years passed, and I met a well-dressed man who happened to work in the same building my office was in. The warning signs were but I ignored the signs and continued to date him. Then one day I remember my coworker informed me that he was married. After hearing that I did ask him, he said no I believed the lie and continued the situationship. He said that my coworker was lying he was not married but did have a roommate who had children. Although I was apprehensive, I continued seeing him. I remember coming home and my mother's exact words were “If this guy hasn't given you a phone number introduced you his family and his children, he's either married or living with someone." She was right! I continued with the situationship for seven years only to uncover the truth. I recall asking him why did you lie to me all those years? Why didn’t you just tell me the truth and let me decide if I want to be in a situationship with you? You could hear a pin drop and I knew it was time to go. I prayed for God to end this situationship, and he gave me the strength to say goodbye without any regrets.
“We waste so much energy trying to cover up who we are when beneath every attitude is the want to be loved, and beneath every anger is a wound to be healed and beneath every sadness is the fear that there will not be enough time.” Mark Nepo

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>c66407db-fe7c-4fa5-be81-fbad86346dc5Mon, 23 May 2022 17:38:54 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC“Whatever truth we feel compelled to withhold, no matter how unthinkable it is to imagine ourselves telling it, not to is a way of spiritually holding our breath. You can only do it for so long.”Mark Nepo Since my healing began, I returned to a place...Since my healing began, I returned to a place where I found peace. The place where I could have my private conversations with the One who knew me best. He never left me, but I left Him. At times I would hear His voice whispering in my ear not to do something but out of hurt and anger I became the disobedient child. Funny how He spoke so clearly to me on consistently, and I chose to do things MY WAY.
In 1 Samuel 15:22 there is a verse which reads "Obedience is better than sacrifice." I took the words lightly and never gave the words a second thought. I figured that God is a forgiving God so if prayed He would forgive me. As I would learn later in my life every wrong decision that I would make came with consequences. I lived the life I wanted doing what I wanted never knowing those words would come back to bite me and bite me HARD. My choices left me an emotional hot mess. Dating the wrong men was truly an emotional roller coaster ride that I decided to go on not realizing the effects of the toxic situationships.
“Anything or anyone that asks you to be other than yourself is not holy, but is trying only to fill its own need.”Mark Nepo
I married a man because I was tired of living with my mother, and he was tired of living with his family. So, after six months of dating, we got married and what a big mistake. He professed to know God and love Him but after marriage this was all a lie. He wanted nothing to do with God or church. A marriage doomed to fail because it was not God's will nor did I receive the blessings from my family. This guy would become my worst nightmare when the police were called due to domestic violence. The last altercation I had enough became and I had to fight for my life. Thank God for the neighbors who lived on my floor because they got me off him and he was asked to leave by my mom.
Five years passed, and I met a well-dressed man who happened to work in the same building my office was in. The warning signs were but I ignored the signs and continued to date him. Then one day I remember my coworker informed me that he was married. After hearing that I did ask him, he said no I believed the lie and continued the situationship. He said that my coworker was lying he was not married but did have a roommate who had children. Although I was apprehensive, I continued seeing him. I remember coming home and my mother's exact words were “If this guy hasn't given you a phone number introduced you his family and his children, he's either married or living with someone." She was right! I continued with the situationship for seven years only to uncover the truth. I recall asking him why did you lie to me all those years? Why didn’t you just tell me the truth and let me decide if I want to be in a situationship with you? You could hear a pin drop and I knew it was time to go. I prayed for God to end this situationship, and he gave me the strength to say goodbye without any regrets.
“We waste so much energy trying to cover up who we are when beneath every attitude is the want to be loved, and beneath every anger is a wound to be healed and beneath every sadness is the fear that there will not be enough time.” Mark Nepo

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>1528falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-from-within--51202911I don't know about you, but I have indeed experienced my share of difficulties. Deciding to be transparent about myself is liberating. Don't judge me because many will not know the feeling of being liberated from your past discretion. Opening to be vulnerable is something that has caused me heartache and heartbreak. We repress so much that we have built a wall so deep thick and high to cover up the hurt.
Sixty-five years around the sun I have become skeptical when it comes to dating. Damn was there something wrong with me that each man I dated had issues that I didn't realize until the situationship was over. Was I that blinded by the fact that having a BOYFRIEND was a good thing?  I was far from blind and knew the warning signs and leaped right into these situations thinking I could make a difference in their life. Not realizing how those SITUATIONSHIPS would affect my life my mindset and instead of moving forward I sunk deeper and deeper into bull shit. The men I attracted were handsome well-dressed educated men who knew the right words to pull me into their web of deceit. Then the regular guy who perpetrated a fraud by promising to give me the world and never giving but always looking to receive. I sat around having a pity party blaming myself until I analyzed what each man had in common deep unresolved issues.
I came from a matriarch family who showed me love but when it came to the men in my family, I never saw them show affection to their wives. So, what examples did I have in my life when it comes. My ideas of love were the words I heard in love songs and those juicy love stories. Those were the words I wanted to hear from a man. As life would be I was living in a world of fantasy only to wake and see life is not that way.
I revisited my past relationship with my father and uncovered so much about my father and how that shaped my interaction with men. A father who refused to accept me as his child because of my name.  A father who I saw briefly at my family members funeral still didn't acknowledge me. A father whom I met again at the age of twenty-one at another family tragedy. The father who had multiple children from multiple women.  I realized that meeting him was a big disappointment. Not only was he an alcoholic he was a womanizer' from there I vowed to NEVER date or marry a man like him.  I wanted a man who knew how to give and receive love. Surprise, surprise that would not be the case unfortunately I would get involved with men who possesses the same characteristics as the father.
It took me a while to figure out what was going on in my world of dating therefore it was time to seek professional help. I can honestly say I have stopped blaming myself. I have addressed the unresolved issues and I am on the road to HEALING FROM WITHIN.

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>ed0d0df9-72dc-41bd-8410-e42de82dacc9Sat, 14 May 2022 04:48:11 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC"There's a beginning and an end to everything. Each one is born into this world with a purpose in life. One will never know their purpose until they experience life. Those experiences are stored away in the abyss of the mind and heart." FLH I don't...I don't know about you, but I have indeed experienced my share of difficulties. Deciding to be transparent about myself is liberating. Don't judge me because many will not know the feeling of being liberated from your past discretion. Opening to be vulnerable is something that has caused me heartache and heartbreak. We repress so much that we have built a wall so deep thick and high to cover up the hurt.
Sixty-five years around the sun I have become skeptical when it comes to dating. Damn was there something wrong with me that each man I dated had issues that I didn't realize until the situationship was over. Was I that blinded by the fact that having a BOYFRIEND was a good thing?  I was far from blind and knew the warning signs and leaped right into these situations thinking I could make a difference in their life. Not realizing how those SITUATIONSHIPS would affect my life my mindset and instead of moving forward I sunk deeper and deeper into bull shit. The men I attracted were handsome well-dressed educated men who knew the right words to pull me into their web of deceit. Then the regular guy who perpetrated a fraud by promising to give me the world and never giving but always looking to receive. I sat around having a pity party blaming myself until I analyzed what each man had in common deep unresolved issues.
I came from a matriarch family who showed me love but when it came to the men in my family, I never saw them show affection to their wives. So, what examples did I have in my life when it comes. My ideas of love were the words I heard in love songs and those juicy love stories. Those were the words I wanted to hear from a man. As life would be I was living in a world of fantasy only to wake and see life is not that way.
I revisited my past relationship with my father and uncovered so much about my father and how that shaped my interaction with men. A father who refused to accept me as his child because of my name.  A father who I saw briefly at my family members funeral still didn't acknowledge me. A father whom I met again at the age of twenty-one at another family tragedy. The father who had multiple children from multiple women.  I realized that meeting him was a big disappointment. Not only was he an alcoholic he was a womanizer' from there I vowed to NEVER date or marry a man like him.  I wanted a man who knew how to give and receive love. Surprise, surprise that would not be the case unfortunately I would get involved with men who possesses the same characteristics as the father.
It took me a while to figure out what was going on in my world of dating therefore it was time to seek professional help. I can honestly say I have stopped blaming myself. I have addressed the unresolved issues and I am on the road to HEALING FROM WITHIN.

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/triggers--51202906On Sunday March 27,2022 we witnessed The Slap that Shocked the WORLD. If you missed it by now you have seen Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 94th Oscars. We all looked on in shock I am sure we all  wondered what was going through Will Smith's mind to make him do such a thing on national television and in the presence of his peers.
While watching I noticed that Will laughed at Chris's joke but then Jada gives him the side eye. That's when he took the opportunity to get out of his seat to walk up on stage and slap Chris.  As Chris Rock says "OH wow Will Smith just slapped the shit out of me!" I thought it was part of the show until the explicit words spewed from Will's mouth. "Keep my wife's name out of your f*cking mouth.  I am sure like most you were surprised at Will Smith.
In my opinion the slap stemmed from past hurts . To witness your mom being abused by your father left a deep hurt within Will's mind. Then their  marriage is public for all the world to see and no matter how much it hurts due to infidelity he  stayed. Your wife loves a deceased Rapper and you know about it. Your wife behaving badly with your son's friend and having sex because her husband no longer satisfied her.   Your wife tells the world about their OPEN MARRIAGE. Here's Will loving a woman who in my opinion doesn't know how to love him back the same way.
What we witnessed was exactly what  society sees in the Black communities Black on Black crime. But we have the nerve to put all the blame on the police killing us when we are out here killing our own people. We witnessed a comedian getting assaulted which is  an open door for other comedians to be assaulted because they are offended by the jokes and it sets off a trigger.
Many conversations have taken place about THE SLAP. This was written the day after but I preferred to wait just to hear from others. Many that I have spoken to felt that Will Smith was  wrong.  If he was offended by the joke I felt he should have waited to address Chris Rock backstage.
The triggers that hid deep within and on that night Will Smith finally found someone to take out his frustrations on. I pray that he seeks physiological help to deal and heal from his past hurts. Chris Rock I commend him on holding his composure.
We can look and reflect on The Slap Heard Around the World and when things trigger us to think back to that night walk away hold your head high leave it where you meet it.
"We all have a trigger build into our head... Not aware of its existence whatsoever. But a single word can pull the trigger. Forcing us to feel numb, allowing the shadows to sip through the cracks in our build up shell."
Kate O'Grady

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>5c3f79bd-1859-451f-899d-a828f89df71bMon, 11 Apr 2022 02:31:42 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC"Be sure you positively identify your target before you pull the trigger. "Tom Flynn On Sunday March 27,2022 we witnessed The Slap that Shocked the WORLD. If you missed it by now you have seen Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 94th Oscars. We all...On Sunday March 27,2022 we witnessed The Slap that Shocked the WORLD. If you missed it by now you have seen Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the 94th Oscars. We all looked on in shock I am sure we all  wondered what was going through Will Smith's mind to make him do such a thing on national television and in the presence of his peers.
While watching I noticed that Will laughed at Chris's joke but then Jada gives him the side eye. That's when he took the opportunity to get out of his seat to walk up on stage and slap Chris.  As Chris Rock says "OH wow Will Smith just slapped the shit out of me!" I thought it was part of the show until the explicit words spewed from Will's mouth. "Keep my wife's name out of your f*cking mouth.  I am sure like most you were surprised at Will Smith.
In my opinion the slap stemmed from past hurts . To witness your mom being abused by your father left a deep hurt within Will's mind. Then their  marriage is public for all the world to see and no matter how much it hurts due to infidelity he  stayed. Your wife loves a deceased Rapper and you know about it. Your wife behaving badly with your son's friend and having sex because her husband no longer satisfied her.   Your wife tells the world about their OPEN MARRIAGE. Here's Will loving a woman who in my opinion doesn't know how to love him back the same way.
What we witnessed was exactly what  society sees in the Black communities Black on Black crime. But we have the nerve to put all the blame on the police killing us when we are out here killing our own people. We witnessed a comedian getting assaulted which is  an open door for other comedians to be assaulted because they are offended by the jokes and it sets off a trigger.
Many conversations have taken place about THE SLAP. This was written the day after but I preferred to wait just to hear from others. Many that I have spoken to felt that Will Smith was  wrong.  If he was offended by the joke I felt he should have waited to address Chris Rock backstage.
The triggers that hid deep within and on that night Will Smith finally found someone to take out his frustrations on. I pray that he seeks physiological help to deal and heal from his past hurts. Chris Rock I commend him on holding his composure.
We can look and reflect on The Slap Heard Around the World and when things trigger us to think back to that night walk away hold your head high leave it where you meet it.
"We all have a trigger build into our head... Not aware of its existence whatsoever. But a single word can pull the trigger. Forcing us to feel numb, allowing the shadows to sip through the cracks in our build up shell."
Kate O'Grady

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>666falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/take-a-page-out-of-history--51202902I was browsing thru Amazon Prime, and I came across a documentary titled "Uncle Tom.". My first thought was why would anyone make a documentary with a title about Black people who kiss ass? My reluctant self said No Way my inquisitive self said Why Not. While viewing the documentary and when I saw the featured individuals in my mind, I said it figures. Yes, the African Americans that I was familiar with included Candace Owens, the late Herman Cain and Larry Elder. First thought was it figures because they were the epitome of the phrase Uncle Tom in my eyes.
After watching the documentary, I learned those I despised were in fact far removed from what my ignorance considered "Uncle Tom's". Those individuals didn't come from a place of wealth and riches but didn't depend on the system to make the best of life. They used all resources available to get ahead in life. I was convicted because my thought process was wrong about these people. How did I fall into using such a derogatory way of thinking about successful African Americans? Too much news and not each reading too much believing in those who say they were for us but have done nothing to change the trajectory but just TALK.
I watched the documentary three times to soak up the information like a sponge, I dissected and researched the information like a mad scientist. I walked away more knowledgeable about choosing a political party, how African Americans went from being Republicans to Democrats. The inception of the welfare system. Learning about economists Thomas Sowell and Walter Williams. How successful African Americans were as entrepreneurs.  I realized that a lot of things African Americans should have known about was due to a lack not wanting to know more and the desire to explore and place blame their shortcomings on other races. The importance of getting ahead in life requires the determination to want more and expand our thinking by using all resources available to us.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>57213d00-7739-43ea-890a-8862766137d4Mon, 21 Mar 2022 02:00:00 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCAfrican Americans who complain about how tough life is don't take advantage of the opportunities that are readily available. If you only knew your history and all the accomplishments of African Americans who came before us, you'd no longer sit around...I was browsing thru Amazon Prime, and I came across a documentary titled "Uncle Tom.". My first thought was why would anyone make a documentary with a title about Black people who kiss ass? My reluctant self said No Way my inquisitive self said Why Not. While viewing the documentary and when I saw the featured individuals in my mind, I said it figures. Yes, the African Americans that I was familiar with included Candace Owens, the late Herman Cain and Larry Elder. First thought was it figures because they were the epitome of the phrase Uncle Tom in my eyes.
After watching the documentary, I learned those I despised were in fact far removed from what my ignorance considered "Uncle Tom's". Those individuals didn't come from a place of wealth and riches but didn't depend on the system to make the best of life. They used all resources available to get ahead in life. I was convicted because my thought process was wrong about these people. How did I fall into using such a derogatory way of thinking about successful African Americans? Too much news and not each reading too much believing in those who say they were for us but have done nothing to change the trajectory but just TALK.
I watched the documentary three times to soak up the information like a sponge, I dissected and researched the information like a mad scientist. I walked away more knowledgeable about choosing a political party, how African Americans went from being Republicans to Democrats. The inception of the welfare system. Learning about economists Thomas Sowell and Walter Williams. How successful African Americans were as entrepreneurs.  I realized that a lot of things African Americans should have known about was due to a lack not wanting to know more and the desire to explore and place blame their shortcomings on other races. The importance of getting ahead in life requires the determination to want more and expand our thinking by using all resources available to us.
KNOWLEDGE IS POWER and that’s where we will uncover the hidden stories about African American history and how we shaped America then maybe we will do BETTER.

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>845falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-the-new-generation--51221370When I was a child cartoons were something I would look forward to every Saturday morning. Today the new generation has no idea who characters like Tom and Jerry, Popeye the Sailor, Betty Bop, Top Cat, Magilla Gorilla, The Flintstones, The Jetsons and of course Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Road Runner, and Willy Coyote. After completing my chores, I went outside and played with my friends. We would jump rope, roller skate, bike ride, hopscotch, Hide and Seek, Red Light Green, stick ball, Handball, Jack’s so many games I can't name them all. What I can say is that they were great memories.
On the days when the weather was bad and in the winter months it was the board games. I didn't always need friends to play with because my mother was always willing to play with me. I remember playing Scrabble with my mom, it helped me to learn unfamiliar words and build a better vocabulary. Then we played Monopoly where I was always losing because I was too cheap to buy property. I realized later that owning property was how the rich lived. You pay their mortgage when you land on the other players’ property and don’t let them build houses and hotels because you will be paying double and triple.
I can honestly say as an only child l learned to play by myself with my imaginary friend. I don't know if that's an only child thing, but it stimulates the child's brain to use their creativity. The new generation of parents today no longer interact with other children but prefer to hand them a tablet and phone and that's their friends. It's interesting to see how impressed the parents are when they see how well their children can use technology but forget what they taught them. Has technology and social media become the new way to create social skills? Crazy they and are they interacting with other children (if they are really children) and playing games with complete strangers.
First why do parents think it's acceptable to have children constantly using technology daily? Secondly, what is the continuous usage doing to children and adolescents physically, mentally, and socially? I wonder what effect it has on their eyes. I use a computer daily and from daily use my eyesight has changed to where I now wear progressive glasses. Mentally I personally can get so absorbed as to what I read online the I too can become disconnected with what is false and what's not. Every now and again I must pause and take time to regroup, unwind and read a book. By taking breaks I can work on my podcast and blogs and be creative. As an adult my social skills diminished even when I was out with friends and family because my curiosity had me consumed with the world of social media, now that's phatic. If this is what I was dealing with just imagine the children and adolescents.
Social detachment from reality may be a contributing factor to the rise in mental health issues. It's time that we all took a break from social media and went back to a time when we used our minds to be creative. Use our time to rebuild our social skills and work on mental health issues.
For the parents who think about giving their children technology because it will keep them quiet and occupied that’s a danger. As your children retreat to the rooms for solitude do you know what's going on behind the closed doors? You know the term cut the cord well is time to cut the technology. What you have read is my opinion about technology from seeing today’s youth and their social skills.

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>96059391-098f-4ac1-a9b0-0a5594cc4d29Fri, 04 Mar 2022 01:40:43 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLC“The fact is no one can achieve success by themselves. They say successful people read that's a fact and they learn from others that's another fact, but life comes with one manual. The learned behaviors and the people who are in our circle are our...When I was a child cartoons were something I would look forward to every Saturday morning. Today the new generation has no idea who characters like Tom and Jerry, Popeye the Sailor, Betty Bop, Top Cat, Magilla Gorilla, The Flintstones, The Jetsons and of course Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Road Runner, and Willy Coyote. After completing my chores, I went outside and played with my friends. We would jump rope, roller skate, bike ride, hopscotch, Hide and Seek, Red Light Green, stick ball, Handball, Jack’s so many games I can't name them all. What I can say is that they were great memories.
On the days when the weather was bad and in the winter months it was the board games. I didn't always need friends to play with because my mother was always willing to play with me. I remember playing Scrabble with my mom, it helped me to learn unfamiliar words and build a better vocabulary. Then we played Monopoly where I was always losing because I was too cheap to buy property. I realized later that owning property was how the rich lived. You pay their mortgage when you land on the other players’ property and don’t let them build houses and hotels because you will be paying double and triple.
I can honestly say as an only child l learned to play by myself with my imaginary friend. I don't know if that's an only child thing, but it stimulates the child's brain to use their creativity. The new generation of parents today no longer interact with other children but prefer to hand them a tablet and phone and that's their friends. It's interesting to see how impressed the parents are when they see how well their children can use technology but forget what they taught them. Has technology and social media become the new way to create social skills? Crazy they and are they interacting with other children (if they are really children) and playing games with complete strangers.
First why do parents think it's acceptable to have children constantly using technology daily? Secondly, what is the continuous usage doing to children and adolescents physically, mentally, and socially? I wonder what effect it has on their eyes. I use a computer daily and from daily use my eyesight has changed to where I now wear progressive glasses. Mentally I personally can get so absorbed as to what I read online the I too can become disconnected with what is false and what's not. Every now and again I must pause and take time to regroup, unwind and read a book. By taking breaks I can work on my podcast and blogs and be creative. As an adult my social skills diminished even when I was out with friends and family because my curiosity had me consumed with the world of social media, now that's phatic. If this is what I was dealing with just imagine the children and adolescents.
Social detachment from reality may be a contributing factor to the rise in mental health issues. It's time that we all took a break from social media and went back to a time when we used our minds to be creative. Use our time to rebuild our social skills and work on mental health issues.
For the parents who think about giving their children technology because it will keep them quiet and occupied that’s a danger. As your children retreat to the rooms for solitude do you know what's going on behind the closed doors? You know the term cut the cord well is time to cut the technology. What you have read is my opinion about technology from seeing today’s youth and their social skills.

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>afc6eae1-4d1e-492a-84ce-48b56f53e6b4Mon, 21 Feb 2022 01:26:23 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIt Black History Month and so many hidden gems are now being told. Why? Because of the omissions of the contributions of Black people we were cheated of the many important facts about history. Listen instead of buying the up to date sneakers and video...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>768falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-me-reintroduce-myself--51202913Many have not heard of The Unexpected Detour podcast well let me reintroduce myself.
I am Frances Hammond, your host of the podcast as well as a blogger with the exact same title.
In 2017 I was diagnosed with Stage 2 Triple Positive breast cancer and hearing news was a nightmare. I had just turned 60, had negative mammograms for twenty years, then cancer.  Talking about the body going numb at the time that was me. It was back then that I would begin to write down the procedures and treatment I would have to deal with eighteen treatments and twenty rounds of radiation.
While going through this ordeal it was then I gave my journey The Unexpected Detour.  So, I had a name for the journey but how would I get my story out and share what I learned about breast cancer? Honestly, I had no idea what Triple Positive meant although my oncologist explained my diagnosis to me it was all like a foreign language. Have you ever been there where those words sound like gibberish? Therefore, at each chemotherapy treatment I asked the nurses questions. What was good about asking the nurses it that you had different nurse, but I got the same answer and words of encouragement. Then I would go home and do research to get a better understanding that helped but it just wasn’t enough. Then I would revert to my medical records in the portal and look up each word. It was not until I attended seminars online that I finally got the big picture.
I was on a mission to open a platform for women who had breast cancer to tell their journey, but I kept hitting a brick wall. I thought that if I would be able to share my journey with other women if would encourage them to come on my podcast and share their journey. I can honestly say it was only one survivor who was willing to tell their story. After asking various women I decided to focus on life’s detours.
I concluded that life is full of unexpected detours, that’s when I decided to open my podcast to others and let them share their detours.
If you have a detour that you would like to share email theunexpecteddetour17@gmail.com
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>485b5012-e6b5-4d45-b087-62ce9ffc4a44Fri, 11 Feb 2022 01:33:30 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCLet Me Reintroduce Myself Many have not heard of The Unexpected Detour podcast well let me reintroduce myself. I am Frances Hammond, your host of the podcast as well as a blogger with the exact same title. In 2017 I was diagnosed with Stage 2 Triple...Many have not heard of The Unexpected Detour podcast well let me reintroduce myself.
I am Frances Hammond, your host of the podcast as well as a blogger with the exact same title.
In 2017 I was diagnosed with Stage 2 Triple Positive breast cancer and hearing news was a nightmare. I had just turned 60, had negative mammograms for twenty years, then cancer.  Talking about the body going numb at the time that was me. It was back then that I would begin to write down the procedures and treatment I would have to deal with eighteen treatments and twenty rounds of radiation.
While going through this ordeal it was then I gave my journey The Unexpected Detour.  So, I had a name for the journey but how would I get my story out and share what I learned about breast cancer? Honestly, I had no idea what Triple Positive meant although my oncologist explained my diagnosis to me it was all like a foreign language. Have you ever been there where those words sound like gibberish? Therefore, at each chemotherapy treatment I asked the nurses questions. What was good about asking the nurses it that you had different nurse, but I got the same answer and words of encouragement. Then I would go home and do research to get a better understanding that helped but it just wasn’t enough. Then I would revert to my medical records in the portal and look up each word. It was not until I attended seminars online that I finally got the big picture.
I was on a mission to open a platform for women who had breast cancer to tell their journey, but I kept hitting a brick wall. I thought that if I would be able to share my journey with other women if would encourage them to come on my podcast and share their journey. I can honestly say it was only one survivor who was willing to tell their story. After asking various women I decided to focus on life’s detours.
I concluded that life is full of unexpected detours, that’s when I decided to open my podcast to others and let them share their detours.
If you have a detour that you would like to share email theunexpecteddetour17@gmail.com
Our sponsor today is We Healing Over Here Candel
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Try them:
LET GO LET GOD: (eucalyptus & Sage),
VIBE WIT ME: (Black Amber & Lavender)
BS Repellent: (White Sage & Lavender).
You will not be disappointed!
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Sold Individually: $22
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>595falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/separation-anxiety--51934544A while back I recall listening to a women explain why she would go from one relationship to the next. She stated that she didn’t like solitude and would always have a new boyfriend. As soon as one relationship ended, she would fill that empty space with a new boyfriend. I thought about men and that made sense why they are always on the prowl. They deal with this issue just like women and had a need to fill the empty void.
It takes a lot to learn to live with ourselves or love ourselves we are so instead we settle for what we assume what makes us happy but, it’s just a disguise. I have experienced separation anxiety and the struggle was real. I struggled emotionally, mentally financially and spiritually before the realization hit me that I was in denial. I had to take a good look in the mirror and realize I am affirmed by God and loved by many but most importantly loving me came first.
I have weathered the storm and came out on top, and I encourage you to do the same. No one will ever love you unless you learn to love yourself FIRST.
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>5e1df205-51be-45d7-a28c-164a39cef536Sun, 16 Jan 2022 05:04:36 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCSeparation Anxiety is a form of mental health issues. Whether we want to accept it or not we all have or will deal with separation anxiety sometime in our life. The question is how will you handle it? If we pay close attention to our own behavioral...A while back I recall listening to a women explain why she would go from one relationship to the next. She stated that she didn’t like solitude and would always have a new boyfriend. As soon as one relationship ended, she would fill that empty space with a new boyfriend. I thought about men and that made sense why they are always on the prowl. They deal with this issue just like women and had a need to fill the empty void.
It takes a lot to learn to live with ourselves or love ourselves we are so instead we settle for what we assume what makes us happy but, it’s just a disguise. I have experienced separation anxiety and the struggle was real. I struggled emotionally, mentally financially and spiritually before the realization hit me that I was in denial. I had to take a good look in the mirror and realize I am affirmed by God and loved by many but most importantly loving me came first.
I have weathered the storm and came out on top, and I encourage you to do the same. No one will ever love you unless you learn to love yourself FIRST.
For you cannot receive what you cannot give.



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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>503false94fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-year-2022-with-s-o-s-same-old-shit--51221372Where Detours in Life are Inevitable
I am your Host Frances Hammond

Happy New Year to all my listeners and sponsors.
I have been on many Unexpected DETOURS in my life but now I share one with everyone. COVID 19,the Delta and Omicron variant is now a detour that either have or may encounter. Many roadblocks have kept us from living a normal and productive life. Question is will we ever experience normal living ?

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>730ccb3b-8cb6-4dab-a2d8-b0fcd8b3133fMon, 03 Jan 2022 00:12:44 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWelcome to The Unexpected Detour Where Detours in Life are Inevitable I am your Host Frances Hammond Happy New Year to all my listeners and sponsors. I have been on many Unexpected DETOURS in my life but now I share one with everyone. COVID 19,the...Where Detours in Life are Inevitable
I am your Host Frances Hammond

Happy New Year to all my listeners and sponsors.
I have been on many Unexpected DETOURS in my life but now I share one with everyone. COVID 19,the Delta and Omicron variant is now a detour that either have or may encounter. Many roadblocks have kept us from living a normal and productive life. Question is will we ever experience normal living ?

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>763falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-the-heck--51202901A mayor who feels he can impose unnecessary mandates which makes me question how much jurisdiction he has over NYC none the less private business.

We have been forced to get a vaccine against our own free will, not respecting one's religion or medical history. The scare tactic they use ,take the vaccine or you can get Coivd and die. Really? So this is how we get people to do what we want by installing fear in them.
Sounds like how a parent instills fear into their children.

Seriously are we being used for the sole purpose as a mad scientist experiment? An experiment to see how many people will take this vaccine and we can see how it affects every individual. Or is the human race being annihilated to reduce the population? Or have we become a society that no longer gives a damn ?

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>4c7ab872-e726-4e2d-a501-b7046077e425Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:50:57 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCLiving in New York has become a city that's acquired more homelessness than before. More crime than I could ever imagine and the perpetrators not giving a damn about another person's life. A mayor who feels he can impose unnecessary mandates which...A mayor who feels he can impose unnecessary mandates which makes me question how much jurisdiction he has over NYC none the less private business.

We have been forced to get a vaccine against our own free will, not respecting one's religion or medical history. The scare tactic they use ,take the vaccine or you can get Coivd and die. Really? So this is how we get people to do what we want by installing fear in them.
Sounds like how a parent instills fear into their children.

Seriously are we being used for the sole purpose as a mad scientist experiment? An experiment to see how many people will take this vaccine and we can see how it affects every individual. Or is the human race being annihilated to reduce the population? Or have we become a society that no longer gives a damn ?

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>3e7ce78c-164e-4cff-aa29-23a634e7cfe2Thu, 16 Dec 2021 01:21:52 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCI learned that funding is allocated by the number of new cases, mortality years and lost of life. Out of sixty-four types of cancer breast cancer was at the top followed by childhood cancer, leukemia, and lung cancer. At the bottom of the were cancers...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>be274892-048b-4c79-a74f-bc8f04cf034cTue, 16 Nov 2021 14:45:32 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCLife is not promised to us for only God knows the date of our departure. So learn to love better learn to tell those you love how much you love them every day. Don't take life for granted but live each day to the fullest. Peace and blessings always...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>670falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/time-to-take-care-of-you--51202903As we head into November we will cover Hurt and Healing.

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>f7c05afa-d7b7-471c-b2b2-814747811bb8Wed, 03 Nov 2021 21:46:40 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCAs Breast Cancer Awareness comes to and end please schedule your yearly mammograms. If you're over the age of 40 and have not gotten one then you should do so asap. Those approaching the age of 40 be sure to get a mammogram. Yearly mammograms just...As we head into November we will cover Hurt and Healing.

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>4fbd7f4f-2705-47f7-8b96-6e3ae9ba78a8Sat, 16 Oct 2021 01:03:28 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThere are many contributing factors that lead to breast cancer. We leave in a world of I will make the appointment tomorrow. Tomorrow may be to late so make your MAMMOGRAM appointment today and save the boobs. --- This episode is sponsored by ·...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>4f640170-3cc8-4f40-bc44-5ef39c2ceee7Wed, 15 Sep 2021 10:13:40 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCSeptember is Alopecia month and my guest is my sister and friend Rachel Massey Coles. If your dealing with aleopica have a listen and learn how to walk in your BALDNESS UNASHAMED. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>a8f6c2fa-4979-4fd2-8c9e-76765453fbebTue, 31 Aug 2021 22:10:05 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCI would often reflect on the what ifs. If I could only have done things better. I am sure you have all been there now and again wondering had you done the things as you dreamed how would life have turned out?Unbeknownst to me that very dream would be...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>99c0af19-ab3a-4625-8cd4-58b83eb3628eSun, 15 Aug 2021 21:51:53 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCEvery one loves an good party but please don't invite them to your PITY PARTY 😢 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message:...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>519f12d6-132c-4c1e-9982-7f42889aefdcThu, 15 Jul 2021 22:24:24 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCBeing a parent never came with a manual. We learn from trial and error. What worked for us may still work but nowadays it seems like some parents don't care. Parents we have tom work on our parenting skills in order to raise our children to be...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>d43f787c-94d0-4d10-9513-77fa6170fe17Wed, 30 Jun 2021 22:58:35 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWHEN you ask God for something we never know when it will happen so be prepared to answer the CALL. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message:...


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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>5f704a18-2968-491a-887c-4b59f7d4f52fTue, 15 Jun 2021 22:51:24 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThey say BLACK LIVES MATTER my question is do they really? Is this organization around to bring awareness to the cause “ALL” black lives or maybe its only when a white person has killed a black person? While crime is consistently on the rise in our...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>4968806b-88eb-4961-ba46-cb661eaa0665Mon, 31 May 2021 18:28:09 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCJust when you think the tooth is removed and the problem solved the pain returns and makes you HOLLER in your sleep --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>0887eef3-d302-406e-8f6c-ce6858643df8Sun, 16 May 2021 00:36:12 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCFear became inevitable as the death tolls rose and daily and we wondered would we or our family members would be next. Fear of hugging family members, not being able to say goodbye to your loved ones as they lay dying. Visiting the elderly but only...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>1945d7fd-6d21-4826-98f0-5f02b32a98c1Sat, 01 May 2021 22:19:57 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCWhat does the Analog Clock have to do with Breast Cancer. Go figure it wasn't until the pity party I figured it out for myself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>8f3c9792-48d3-447b-a20e-afbd4a86da8bSat, 10 Apr 2021 19:54:24 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCFor me I am a thinker and try to analyze why things happen and the reason. The more I searched for answers the more perplexed I became. Then it hit me like a ton of bricks! I know why things happen because I created the situation, and the outcome...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>4cc68c74-d9d2-44c5-b87c-e898d33b7f8bSun, 21 Mar 2021 00:24:36 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCRejection is another one of those Detours we deal with in life. Meeting family members as an adult and the disown you can cut deep and emotionally damage. Well sit back and listen to my story on rejection and perhaps you can relate. --- This...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>45f2de58-fcc9-4e30-a147-26674367b4f0Sat, 06 Mar 2021 23:00:02 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThere are those times in life when we hear what we choose to hear. That was me again when it came to the removal of my lymph node. I hear it was removed for testing but that's not what was said.  I began to think many times I choose to hear what i...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>11ee1fe1-39a8-4346-a47b-a9245179fd27Thu, 04 Feb 2021 01:06:19 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCGoodness gracious the hair has left the body. Yes that's the cutural shock I was faced with while on chemotherapy. You never will understand the feeling of the pain I experienced as the hair vanished from the scalp. --- This episode is sponsored by...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>56e0791d-a2bf-4959-a1ea-d4cb829f64cfSun, 24 Jan 2021 23:14:21 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCTransparency is the key when telling your journey. Speaking for myself my story and not being unashamed of what you have gone through can help some who may or is going through Breast Cancer --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>7dd622e1-68c7-4bff-89b6-2caf01990926Wed, 30 Dec 2020 17:23:45 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe thought of cancer is very trumatic within itself but accepting that this is no cure; is a bitter pill to swallow. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>2b2264b9-455e-47e3-bd76-5028683bd7dcSun, 01 Nov 2020 18:47:38 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCSitting here reflecting on the tramatic hair loss journey. I thought I was prepared but to my surprise I wasn't. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message:...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>ece316a5-f1d4-490b-9609-5cbc668ab88dSat, 24 Oct 2020 14:47:10 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCProverbs 18:21 Life and Death are in the power of the tongue. Too many times I found me reciting this versus over and over in my mind. I wanted to live and I was going to speak life into me. Life is so fragile be thankful for every day of living....
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>1fe24ac9-3ee7-46a1-8c4a-853a2c00a1a5Mon, 11 May 2020 20:52:25 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCThe day came and it was time to face my new reality. The Diagnosis,the stage and the treatment. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message:...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>88d09a84-5e03-42b0-91b7-74b44739a418Mon, 24 Feb 2020 15:37:02 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCHave you been in a place where so much is going on that life is topsy turvy. That's how August 2017 was for me. Between what option I would choose to treat my Breast Cancer. Then I had to deal with the closing of a home. My plate was full. --- This...
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>cbc7ccb6-961d-496e-a4b8-53aa86530ac1Sat, 15 Feb 2020 22:56:27 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCIt's amazing how God sent people to me to support me while dealing with processing the diagnosis. It was important to share my journey hoping to touch someone's Life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast....
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>f3bc5811-95a9-4bf8-82a6-6726e756c1c3Thu, 16 Jan 2020 14:30:53 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCCan you believe I ,me! was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2017. I was in complete shock and my constant question I continue to ask God was ,Why Me?" I know I spoke that into the atmosphere but I didn't mean it.😭 All I could do was Trust HIM as He...
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After my personal experience with Breast Cancer I felt compelled to tell my journey.
For the words Breast Cancer came as a shock to me. As I read more I realized there different variations of the disease.
While traveling on my journey I decided that women need to know more about this disease.
With deep passion I wanted to be able to educate other women so they would not be ashamed Breast Cancer but become a voice behind their journey.

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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/frances-hammond/message]]>52fb55c1-87ff-4d5f-a0ff-63789d03d9dcWed, 15 Jan 2020 14:30:53 +0000The Unexpected Detour LLCCreated for self education ,teach others and provide comfort . After my personal experience with Breast Cancer I felt compelled to tell my journey. For the words Breast Cancer came as a shock to me. As I read more I realized there different...
After my personal experience with Breast Cancer I felt compelled to tell my journey.
For the words Breast Cancer came as a shock to me. As I read more I realized there different variations of the disease.
While traveling on my journey I decided that women need to know more about this disease.
With deep passion I wanted to be able to educate other women so they would not be ashamed Breast Cancer but become a voice behind their journey.

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