This episode with David. Can we learn more about this new FDA approved therapy: Noga - Anktiva - Why not first line?

In late May 2023, when my cystoscopy indicated a tumor in my bladder, I was in a state of shock. At 66 and excellent health, bladder cancer was the last thing I expected. But I did what everyone does these days, I turned to the internet to do my research. So many of the "page one" entries are short and superficial descriptions, symptoms, causes, etc. (dominated by advertising and sundry click-baits). But BCAN's website was such a welcoming and reassuring compilation of information, data, personal stories, research, etc., that I felt no need to go elsewhere for clear, concise information & support. Once I found BCAN's podcast Bladder Cancer Matters, it proved to be one of the most impactful podcasts I've ever listened to, and I've listened to a lot. I happen to do 2 podcasts myself that deal with the major disease of alcoholism. My shows have been downloaded over half-a-million times. When I first listened to Rick Bangs' interviews, I considered them through a production-quality lens, but also from a value-added standpoint of support & reassurance to listeners. In both cases, Rick hits a home run! His thoughtful questioning and genuine interest in what his guests have to say is second-to-none. The sound engineering is superb which makes listening a comfortable and comforting experience. If you or someone you love is facing bladder cancer, I believe you can get 99% of what you need to deal with it from the BCAN website and, more so, from the Bladder Cancer Matters podcast.

BCAN’s podcast, Bladder Cancer Matters, has made this tremendous challenge much more manageable than it seemed even 10 days ago at diagnosis. I guess I’ve binge-listened! Thank you. Thank you.

Thanks so much for this podcast. I have found it so helpful in understanding my bladder cancer. It’s so easy to feel alone and isolated with bladder cancer. However, having information and knowledge is so empowering. I couldn’t appreciate this more. I would love to hear more about people in there 40’s as we are such a niche group.