https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/people-cancer-and-the-macroscope--6412343Stuck in the lab looking at cancer cells, caught in the day-to-day myopic monotony, and confined to watching shadows on cave walls, I find it easy to lose sight of the perspective macroscope. Explore with me what lies beyond the cave in the realm of cancer care through the storied perspectives of researchers, patients, caretakers, and others.]]>enDocumentaryCopyright Benjamin Miaohttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/15384c5eb34397ff2410c0ba031e897c.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/people-cancer-and-the-macroscope--6412343Tue, 01 Sep 2026 02:40:45 +0000Benjamin MiaoBenjamin Miaobmiao5@jh.eduStuck in the lab looking at cancer cells, caught in the day-to-day myopic monotony, and confined to watching shadows on cave walls, I find it easy to lose sight of the perspective macroscope. Explore with me what lies beyond the cave in the realm of...Stuck in the lab looking at cancer cells, caught in the day-to-day myopic monotony, and confined to watching shadows on cave walls, I find it easy to lose sight of the perspective macroscope. Explore with me what lies beyond the cave in the realm of cancer care through the storied perspectives of researchers, patients, caretakers, and others.]]>false154488a1-2953-5ad3-9b2d-e3d8f58d4f55episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/for-family-a-scientist-s-view-on-survivorship-and-caregiving--74690770https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74690770Tue, 01 Sep 2026 02:40:39 +0000Benjamin MiaoIn this episode, I talk with Robert, a researcher studying metabolic disease, and my father. Here, Robert reflects on his own cancer diagnosis early in his career and later his experience serving as a caregiver to his mother along her cancer journey....1614falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/susan-s-story--70261201https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70261201Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:55:16 +0000Benjamin MiaoIn this episode, I talk with Susan, a professional actor and one of my college professors. Here, Susan opens up about her journey also as a breast cancer survivor. Join for a conversation about creativity, resilience, and Susan's transformative...2015falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-courageous-diva-pt-2--69002734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69002734Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:34 +0000Benjamin MiaoIn this second segment, Barbara (The Courageous Diva) sheds light on what laughter means to her as a laughter yoga instructor and a former patient.1148falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-courageous-diva-pt-1--69002742https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69002742Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:25 +0000Benjamin MiaoThe Courageous Diva has worn many hats (a former patient, a caregiver, and a laughter yoga instructor). In this first segment, she shares her stories and guiding principles from her experiences as an advocate and a caregiver. 772falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huang-xiao-li--68453165https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68453165Thu, 06 Nov 2025 21:44:47 +0000Benjamin MiaoA story of my grandma's (黄小丽) love.376falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/voices-of-hope--64790588Who are the people involved in cancer care? A volunteer coordinator, an associate professor, and a CPA. Mary-Lou, Laundette, and John each share their unique stories of home away from home, life changing moments, and taking chances. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64790588Mon, 10 Mar 2025 14:45:39 +0000Benjamin MiaoWho are the people involved in cancer care? A volunteer coordinator, an associate professor, and a CPA. Mary-Lou, Laundette, and John each share their unique stories of home away from home, life changing moments, and taking chances.Who are the people involved in cancer care? A volunteer coordinator, an associate professor, and a CPA. Mary-Lou, Laundette, and John each share their unique stories of home away from home, life changing moments, and taking chances. ]]>812falsefull