Contributors

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Carsten Pleiser

Carsten is a creative entrepreneur, filmmaker, photographer, father, and the host of The Survivorship Project. Following his diagnosis with stage IV cancer in October 2023, Carsten began documenting powerful stories of healing, mindset shifts, and alternative paths to recovery. With a calm, curious voice and a passion for meaningful conversations, he holds space for guests to share their truths and inspire listeners navigating illness and beyond.

https://www.instagram.com/thesurvivorshipproject

Guests

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Jennifer Dickenson

Jennifer is a lawyer, author, and mother who has been thriving for over 14 years after a glioblastoma diagnosis. Through her book The Case for Hope and ongoing advocacy, she empowers others to explore healing beyond the conventional, combining mindset, nutrition, and integrative therapies. Jennifer’s story is a testament to courage, curiosity, and the power of believing in more.

https://jenniferdickenson.com/
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Martijn Timmermans

Martijn is a storyteller, experience designer, and creative entrepreneur who turned his cancer diagnosis into a journey of personal transformation. As a stage III pancreatic cancer survivor, he explores healing beyond the conventional,

https://www.instagram.com/martijn.timmermans/
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Phil de Gruy

Phil is a two-time cancer survivor who turned his diagnosis into a mission. After Stage III colon cancer returned and spread to his lungs, Phil chose a radically different path—surgery, no further treatment, and a commitment to transform his life through endurance sports. From triathlons to ultramarathons, his journey from Stage IV to Ironman became not just about healing but about purpose. Having lost his father to cancer at age 12, Phil now dedicates his life to supporting children who’ve lost a parent, ensuring they feel seen, supported, and never left behind.

https://runningfordreams.com/