Welcome back to the Ultraviolet Tide podcast. Today, we are joined by Valerie Schimel, the founder of JOJU. Since 2022, JOJU has provided buttery-soft, ultra-lightweight UPF 50+ sun shirts for men, women, and teens. JOJU UV sun shirts protect against 98% of UVA & UVB rays.

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September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and in this episode, Erica and Leah take a deep dive into why this month matters and what the latest research reveals about pediatric cancers and their long-term impact. From global disparities in care to the overlooked risks of melanoma in children and survivors, this is a must-listen for anyone invested in the health and future of our youngest fighters. Plus—a big giveaway alert you won’t want to miss.

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GIVEAWAY TIME:

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THIS MONTH'S TOP STORIES:

1. Overview: Why is September Childhood Cancer Awareness Month?

• Global Stats: Childhood cancer affects ~400,000 kids (0–19 yrs) globally each year.
  Survival Rates: Increased from 58-68% in the 1970s to 83-88% today in high-income countries.
  Global Disparities: Only 30% survival in low/middle-income countries.
  WHO & St. Jude Partnership: The 2018 Global Initiative for Childhood Cancer aims to boost global survival to 60% by 2030.

2. Study Reveals New Clues Into Childhood Cancer Survivors’ Increased Risk of Melanoma

• Childhood cancer survivors are 2x more likely to develop melanoma.
• Their risk of dying from melanoma is also doubled.
• Study looked at 25,000+ survivors across the U.S. and Canada.
• Risk Factors:
  • High-dose radiation
  • Alkylating agents
  • Bleomycin (increases sun sensitivity)

3. Pediatric Melanoma

• Pediatric melanoma cases rose ~1.7% yearly (1975–1994), then declined.
• Sharpest rise in girls 15–19, possibly due to tanning habits.
• ~400 pediatric melanoma cases diagnosed in the U.S. annually.
• 🔗 Listen to Episode 37 for our conversation with her mother, Marianne Banister, founder of the Claire Marie Foundation.

4. Parents warned of skin cancer risk in children

• Emphasizes that children’s skin is more vulnerable than adults’.
• Sunburns in childhood = higher risk of skin cancer later.

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This month on The Skin Check with Jenn, we’re taking things global with our very first international guest! Jenn is joined by Michelle, a Stage III and IV melanoma survivor from Australia, a country with one of the highest rates of melanoma in the world.

If Michelle’s name sounds familiar, you might recognize her from the viral “Dear Melanoma” reel she shared during Melanoma Awareness Month last year. That post sparked a movement of others writing their own open letters to melanoma, and Michelle has continued using her platform to raise awareness and build connections ever since.

In this deeply personal and eye-opening conversation, Michelle opens up about:

• The differences between nodular and cutaneous melanoma
• The moment everything changed with her Stage IV diagnosis
• How she manages medical trauma and long-term survivorship anxiety
• What it was like to start sharing her story publicly
• The cultural contrast between sun safety attitudes in Australia vs. the U.S.

From navigating surgeries that never happened to feeling unseen in traditional beauty standards, Michelle shares with honesty, clarity, and a refreshing openness that makes you feel less alone — whether you’re a fellow patient, survivor, or someone who loves one.

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This Month on The Tide... Erica & Leah are back with your August roundup of must-know headlines and sun-safe deep dives. From SPF myths to miraculous melanoma recoveries, this month’s top stories are all about sun safety, science, and even Leah's Ultramarathon training. Plus—a big giveaway alert you won’t want to miss.

Follow us on Instagram for giveaways, updates, and sun-smart tips all summer long. Questions or feedback? DM us—we love hearing from you.

GIVEAWAY TIME:

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1. Rate & review the show on Apple or Spotify
2. Screenshot your review
3. Either: DM us the screenshot OR share it to your IG Stories and tag us
4. One winner announced each week!

THIS MONTH'S TOP STORIES:

1. Fact Check: Does SPF Cause Cancer?

Erica breaks down the viral misinformation around sunscreen and cancer risk.

• Featuring a statement from Connecticut’s Dept. of Public Health & DW News
• Benzene breakdown, 2021 sunscreen recalls, and how to choose safer SPF
• TL;DR: Sunscreen protects you—sprays had contamination issues, not intentional ingredients.

2. Surprise Cancer Diagnosis: From Workout Strain to Stage IV

A must-hear story of Jennifer Frederick, a healthy, active woman whose "pulled muscle" turned out to be advanced melanoma—with no visible mole.

• Includes personal insights from Leah on her own family’s cancer journey.
• From gamma knife radiation to immunotherapy breakthroughs, hear how Jennifer’s recovery has inspired others.

3. Are SPF Moisturizers Actually Enough?

Erica answers the age-old skincare question: Can you ditch your sunscreen if it’s already in your moisturizer?

• Featuring input from board-certified dermatologists
• Find out what counts as “adequate protection” and why product layering still matters.
• BONUS: Find our recommended SPF picks at Low Ultraviolet and Shop SunVetted

4. Outrun Melanoma

Leah and Erica highlight Leah's upcoming Outrun Melanoma ultramarathon, raising vital funds for the Melanoma Research Alliance. Learn more about Leah's running journey. Melanoma Hasn’t Stopped This Ultrarunner in Her Tracks

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This month on The Skin Check with Jenn, we’re joined by Mary Blair, a two-time melanoma survivor, live theater professional, and passionate advocate for sun safety and skin cancer awareness.

Mary opens up about living with Dysplastic Nevus Syndrome (DNS), a rare condition that significantly increases melanoma risk and makes regular skin checks a non-negotiable part of life. She shares how being proactive with sun protection still didn’t prevent multiple melanoma diagnoses and how she's learned to navigate the emotional toll that can come with constant monitoring, biopsies, and the fear of recurrence.

Jenn and Mary also reflect on the powerful moment they connected as two people living with DNS and how finding someone who truly gets it can be a lifeline in an isolating experience.

Whether you’ve been impacted by melanoma or simply want to learn more about DNS, this episode is a reminder that you’re never alone—and that sharing our stories has the power to connect and heal.

New episodes of The Skin Check drop monthly—be sure to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen!

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Welcome back to the Ultraviolet Tide podcast. Today, we are joined by Ariel Ginsburg, the founder of Sense and Soleil.

Ariel is the founder of Sense and Soleil. Sense and Soleil provides high-end UPF 50+ accessories designed to offer the perfect blend of sun safety, anti-aging benefits, and timeless elegance. From hats to bandanas, each piece is thoughtfully crafted to protect your skin and enhance your daily wardrobe.

After being diagnosed with melanoma in 2019 and witnessing her grandfather and both parents deal with skin cancer, Ariel felt a deep calling to make a difference. Their goal is to take the “stress and guess” out of your daily sun protection.

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This week on the Ultraviolet Tide, we decided to flip the script! Leah Adams from the Top 5 on the Tide joins our Skin Check host Jenn to put her in the hot seat. Each week, Jenn interviews Low Ultraviolet ambassadors and other skin cancer advocates so they can share their story but it’s been a while since we first introduced Jenn. Leah helps us catch up on all that Jenn has been up to along with some fun questions to get to know her better!

In addition to hosting the Skin Check, Jenn is a four-time melanoma survivor and very involved in advocacy, but did you know that she is also an author working on her second and third books?! Or that she is a huge sports fan who used to work for the MLB, NBA, and WNBA? She also shares how she navigates the aftermath of survivorship, her advice for someone who feels isolated in their diagnosis, and which of her favorite animals she would bring on a year-long trip to anywhere in the world.

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Welcome back to the Ultraviolet Tide! In today's episode, Erica Feggeler and Leah Adams fly solo to break down two recent controversies for UV awareness month. They first discuss what is going on with Ultra Violette's Lean Sunscreen Controversy, and then the China-based manufacturer producing faux UPF 50+ apparel.

READ THE STORIES:

Why Not All Sun Protective Apparel is Created Equally

What is Going on With Ultra Violette's Lean Screen Controversy

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