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If you’ve had a CT scan, a PET scan, and now they’re recommending a bronchoscopy—this video is for you.You’re probably feeling very nervous, anxious, and even scared. I know. I’ve been there myself.

Hi I’m Tina Powell, Stage 4 cancer survivor, thriver, patient, and your host for lung cancer strong. Since being diagnosed nearly three years ago, I’ve had a 2 bronchoscopies, which is the focus of today’s YouTube video. I’ve also had nearly 30 rounds of chemo, 33 rounds of radiation to my chest, and 3 rounds of cyberknife and 1 round of stereotactic radiosurgery to the brain. It’s why I started this YouTube channel 56 days ago. To share my experiences and to tell you guys what to expect. But please remember today’s video on bronchoscopies is not medical advice, but me sharing and documenting my own personal journey in hopes that it helps you.

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🫁 About Lung Cancer Strong: Lung Cancer Strong is a docuseries-style podcast and YouTube channel that shares the deeply personal journey of host Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer patient and survivor, alongside candid conversations with others impacted by the disease. The podcast will also offer first-hand interviews with knowledgeable experts in health, science, nutrition, alternative medicine, and finance to discuss issues relating to navigating the various complexities of this disease. The series provides honest, unfiltered stories and perspectives, giving patients, caregivers, and the broader community a place to feel seen, understood, and supported with information from the patient’s perspective.

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One breath, one story, one day at a time.

Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis and treatment.

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Are you or someone you care about facing a PET scan soon? Feeling nervous, uncertain, or just wishing someone would finally explain the process from the patient’s perspective? You're in the right place. In this episode of Lung Cancer Strong, Tina Powell—stage 4 lung cancer survivor and thriver—walks you step by step through everything you need to know about PET scans. From what a PET scan actually is, how to prepare the day before, what happens on scan day, and crucial tips for managing results, Tina shares her honest experiences and practical advice to help you approach your appointment with greater confidence and clarity.

You'll learn:

• What "PET" really stands for and why it matters in cancer care
• How the scan works, and what you’ll feel (spoiler: it’s not painful!)
• What foods and habits to avoid before your scan
• Why your blood sugar matters—and how it can affect your appointment
• What happens during the “relaxation” period and inside the donut-shaped machine
• The importance of getting your scan on CD and sharing results thoughtfully
• How to protect your emotional boundaries when receiving and sharing news

Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or just looking to understand what this pivotal scan means in a cancer journey, Tina’s
warmth and honesty will help you feel a little more grounded and a lot less
alone.

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🫁 About Lung Cancer Strong: Lung Cancer Strong is a docuseries-style podcast and YouTube channel that shares the deeply personal journey of host Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer patient and survivor, alongside candid conversations with others impacted by the disease. The podcast will also offer first-hand interviews with knowledgeable experts in health, science, nutrition, alternative medicine, and finance to discuss issues relating to navigating the various complexities of this disease. The series provides honest, unfiltered stories and perspectives, giving patients, caregivers, and the broader community a place to feel seen, understood, and supported with information from the patient’s perspective.

📺 Find Us and Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LungCancerStrong

📧 Want to connect or share your story? Email tina@lungcancerstrong.com
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One breath, one story, one day at a time.

Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis and treatment.

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In this raw, practical episode, Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer survivor, shares her experience with 27 rounds of chemotherapy. She breaks down the process, covering common chemotherapy side effects and offering practical chemo tips she wished she'd known. This patient-focused episode is packed with honest, actionable information to help you navigate your cancer journey and learn how to survive chemo.

Discover strategies like the “nausea combo” (Zofran, Compazine, Olanzapine), steroid tapers, bamboo sheets, Epsom salt baths, meditation, acupuncture, and more. Every tip is grounded in lived experience and compassion, designed to help you find comfort and hope—one breath, one story, one day at a time.

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🫁 About Lung Cancer Strong: Lung Cancer Strong is a docuseries-style podcast and YouTube channel that shares the deeply personal journey of host Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer patient and survivor, alongside candid conversations with others impacted by the disease. The podcast will also offer first-hand interviews with knowledgeable experts in health, science, nutrition, alternative medicine, and finance to discuss issues relating to navigating the various complexities of this disease. The series provides honest, unfiltered stories and perspectives, giving patients, caregivers, and the broader community a place to feel seen, understood, and supported with information from the patient’s perspective.

📺 Find Us and Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LungCancerStrong

📧 Want to connect or share your story? Email tina@lungcancerstrong.com
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One breath, one story, one day at a time.

Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis and treatment.

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Newly diagnosed with lung cancer—or supporting someone who is—and facing chemotherapy? This raw, practical episode is for you. Host Tina Powell, stage 4 lung cancer survivor, thriver, and patient advocate, breaks down her own experience with 27 rounds of chemotherapy—demystifying the process, side effects, and survival tips she wishes she’d heard before sitting in the infusion chair.

In plain language, Tina Powell walks listeners through what chemotherapy is, how it's delivered, and the 12 most common side effects (including nausea, hair loss, fatigue, chemo brain, and more) with zero sugar-coating and deep compassion. This patient-focused episode is packed with the honest, actionable information Tina Powell searched for—and couldn’t find—when she was first diagnosed.

You’ll learn:
• What chemotherapy really is and how it works
• How oncologists decide if you’re ready for a chemo round (labs and tests)
• IV, port, or pills? The main ways chemo is given
• The 12 most common side effects in plain English, including nausea, hair loss, fatigue, chemo brain, and neuropathy
• How to talk to your oncologist about side effects and get the support you need
• Why it’s normal to feel overwhelmed—and how to give yourself grace on this journey

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🫁 About Lung Cancer Strong: Lung Cancer Strong is a docuseries-style podcast and YouTube channel that shares the deeply personal journey of host Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer patient and survivor, alongside candid conversations with others impacted by the disease. The podcast will also offer first-hand interviews with knowledgeable experts in health, science, nutrition, alternative medicine, and finance to discuss issues relating to navigating the various complexities of this disease. The series provides honest, unfiltered stories and perspectives, giving patients, caregivers, and the broader community a place to feel seen, understood, and supported with information from the patient’s perspective.

📺 Find Us and Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LungCancerStrong

📧 Want to connect or share your story? Email tina@lungcancerstrong.com
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One breath, one story, one day at a time.

Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis and treatment.

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If you’ve been told you need lung surgery—or are researching robotic lobectomy—this episode is for you.

Host Tina Powell, a Stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer survivor (EGFR mutation), shares her personal experience of undergoing a robotic lobectomy at NYU Langone. From pre-surgery testing to recovery, she walks through every stage of the journey from a patient’s perspective—the kind of information she wishes existed when she searched YouTube three years ago.

This honest, step-by-step account reveals what to expect before, during, and after surgery, how to manage fear and recovery, and why biomarker testing was a critical turning point in her cancer care.

You’ll learn:

• What makes someone eligible for robotic lobectomy surgery
• The tests, scans, and health factors doctors consider before approval
• What happens in the operating room and during the hospital stay
• How to manage chest tubes, incisions, and nerve pain
• The importance of breathing exercises, walking, and gradual recovery
• Why biomarker testing after surgery can save your life

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🫁 About Lung Cancer Strong: Lung Cancer Strong is a docuseries-style podcast and YouTube channel that shares the deeply personal journey of host Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer patient and survivor, alongside candid conversations with others impacted by the disease. The podcast will also offer first-hand interviews with knowledgeable experts in health, science, nutrition, alternative medicine, and finance to discuss issues relating to navigating the various complexities of this disease. The series provides honest, unfiltered stories and perspectives, giving patients, caregivers, and the broader community a place to feel seen, understood, and supported with information from the patient’s perspective.

📺 Find Us and Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LungCancerStrong

📧 Want to connect or share your story? Email tina@lungcancerstrong.com
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One breath, one story, one day at a time.

Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis and treatment.

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If you’ve just heard the words “You have lung cancer,” this episode is for you.

Host Tina Powell, living with Stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer (EGFR mutation), shares the 18 things she wishes she had known from day one — from managing fear and mental health to building your care team, understanding your diagnosis, and learning how to live your life again after hearing the news.

In this powerful, practical guide, Tina walks step-by-step through what helped her most in those first uncertain weeks, offering real-world advice, emotional support, and hope for anyone facing the same journey.

🫁 You’ll learn:

· Why it’s okay to take a breath and do nothing for a moment.

· How to organize your medical, insurance, and support systems.

· The importance of mental health, faith, and community in healing.

· How to find the right oncologist and get a second opinion.

· The one thing Tina believes matters most: live your life.

📚 Resources Mentioned

- GO2 for Lung Cancer

- LUNGevity Foundation

- Lung Cancer Research Foundation

- The White Ribbon Project

- HOPE Summit

- Cure Lung Cancer Summit

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🫁 About Lung Cancer Strong: Lung Cancer Strong is a docuseries-style podcast and YouTube channel that shares the deeply personal journey of host Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer patient and survivor, alongside candid conversations with others impacted by the disease. The podcast will also offer first-hand interviews with knowledgeable experts in health, science, nutrition, alternative medicine, and finance to discuss issues relating to navigating the various complexities of this disease. The series provides honest, unfiltered stories and perspectives, giving patients, caregivers, and the broader community a place to feel seen, understood, and supported with information from the patient’s perspective.

📺 Find Us and Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LungCancerStrong

📧 Want to connect or share your story? Email tina@lungcancerstrong.com
Subscribe for more real, unfiltered patient stories and practical tips.
One breath, one story, one day at a time.

Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis and treatment.

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Welcome to the very first episode of Lung Cancer Strong — a raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal series hosted by Tina Powell, Stage 4 Lung Cancer survivor (EGFR), thriver, and patient advocate. In this opening episode, Tina shares the life-changing moment she was diagnosed with lung cancer, the emotions that followed, and the strength it takes to live boldly every single day.

This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors, and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis, and treatment.

🎙️ What to Expect:
- The moment Tina’s life changed forever
- How she processed her diagnosis
- Why this podcast exists and who it’s for

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🫁 About Lung Cancer Strong: Lung Cancer Strong is a docuseries-style podcast and YouTube channel that shares the deeply personal journey of host Tina Powell, a stage 4 lung cancer patient and survivor, alongside candid conversations with others impacted by the disease. The podcast will also offer first-hand interviews with knowledgeable experts in health, science, nutrition, alternative medicine, and finance to discuss issues relating to navigating the various complexities of this disease. The series provides honest, unfiltered stories and perspectives, giving patients, caregivers, and the broader community a place to feel seen, understood, and supported with information from the patient’s perspective.

📺 Find Us and Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@LungCancerStrong

📧 Want to connect or share your story? Email tina@lungcancerstrong.com
Subscribe for more real, unfiltered patient stories and practical tips.
One breath, one story, one day at a time.

Disclaimer: This podcast is strictly for informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your oncologist, doctors and medical team for questions specific to your own health, diagnosis and treatment.