Tumor Minutes
A podcast where we break down big topics in a way that just makes sense.
About the show
Welcome to Tumor Minutes, a podcast created by Netra, a student passionate about understanding the complexities of brain tumors. This podcast is a deep dive into the science, stories, and struggles surrounding brain tumors. Through interviews with medical professionals, survivors, and researchers, I aim to shed light on the latest advancements in treatment, the emotional impact on patients and families, and raise awareness about this often misunderstood condition. Whether you’re a student, healthcare enthusiast, or someone personally affected, join me on this journey to better understand brain tumors and the people who fight against them.
Episodes
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Episode 5: Episode 5: All About Cancer Treatments
June 19th, 2025 | Season 1 | 3 mins 45 secs
How Do We Treat Cancer?
From chemo to immunotherapy, Episode 5 of Tumor Minutes breaks down how cancer is treated—what works, why it works, and why it’s never one-size-fits-all. -
Episode 4: Episode 4: Cancer Myths Busted
June 18th, 2025 | Season 1 | 11 mins 11 secs
Cancer Myths: What’s Fact, What’s Fiction?
From sugar to cell phones, Episode 4 busts the biggest myths about cancer. Netra separates science from superstition and unpacks what we think we know. It’s fact-checking time—Tumor Minutes style. -
Episode 3: Episode 3: Metastasis
June 15th, 2025 | Season 1 | 4 mins 15 secs
Metastasis is when cancer doesn’t stay put—it spreads, adapts, and becomes harder to treat. In this episode, Netra breaks down how metastasis works, where cancer likes to travel, why it’s so dangerous, and what modern medicine is doing to fight back. Plus: the inspiring story of Terry Fox and how his legacy changed cancer care forever.
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Episode 2: Episode 2: Benign, But Not Boring
June 15th, 2025 | Season 1 | 3 mins 42 secs
Not all tumors are cancer—and benign doesn’t mean harmless. In this episode, Netra breaks down what benign tumors really are, why they matter, and how they can still affect the body in serious ways. From her own story of a benign brain tumor to real-life cases and modern treatment options, this episode explores how even “non-cancerous” growths can impact lives.
Learn about common benign tumors, detection, treatment, and why your experience—physical and emotional—still matters. -
Episode 1: Episode 1: Cancer
June 15th, 2025 | Season 1 | 3 mins 42 secs
In this episode, host Netra unpacks one of the world’s most feared diseases—cancer—in a way that actually makes sense. From DNA mutations and runaway cell division to the science behind tumors and how cancer spreads, she dives deep without drowning you in textbook talk. You’ll learn why some tumors are harmless while others turn deadly, how cancer reprograms your body like a hacker, and what genes like p53 have to do with it all. But it’s not all doom and gloom—Netra highlights cutting-edge advances like immunotherapy, targeted treatments, and liquid biopsies that are transforming how we fight cancer today. Whether you’re a curious student, future doctor, or just someone who wants to finally understand what cancer actually is—this 12-minute ride is packed with science, stories, and hope. Hit play. Stay curious. Let’s talk tumors.