Othering Podcast - Advocating for the disabled and LGBTQ
Othering Podcast - Advocating for the disabled and LGBTQ
Mike & Dory
Phoenix McDonald - Author - Brain Cancer | ADHD
53 minutes Posted Jun 22, 2026 at 4:01 am.
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Phoenix McDonald shares his journey from being a respiratory therapist to becoming a writer after a brain cancer diagnosis. He discusses the importance of representation in literature, particularly for marginalized communities, and how his experiences have shaped his writing. Phoenix emphasizes the healing power of storytelling and the support he receives from his family, especially his grandson. He also talks about the challenges of living with cancer, coping mechanisms, and his self-publishing journey, highlighting the creative process and the inspiration behind his work.

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