
Real experiences. Real visibility. Real connection.
Cups & Courage is a video-first podcast and platform for anyone affected by breast cancer. We share honest, unfiltered conversations—with warmth, depth and a cup of tea—so people can finally see themselves in the story.
In a world of filtered feeds and automated support, we bring it back to what matters: real faces, real voices and real human connection.


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Why Filmed Matters
Each episode is filmed in person, around a kitchen table.
Because seeing someone’s face, body language and lived reality creates understanding that audio alone can’t.
Filming restores visibility to experiences often hidden—scars, emotion, identity, humour and resilience—so people feel less alone and more represented.
Hosted by survivor Samantha Vale, produced by Wilde Wood Films, and powered by lived experience.
We Talk About
The raw truths behind breast cancer—the space between the appointments and the leaflets.
Body image, identity, medical blind spots, emotional recovery, fatigue, sexuality, relationships and the quiet things no one prepares you for.
Who You’ll Hear From
Real people. Real professionals. Real stories.
From those who’ve lived through breast cancer to the surgeons, psychologists, nurses and supporters walking alongside them.
Why It Matters
Breast cancer affects 1 in 7 women—yet many still don’t see themselves represented.
We centre underrepresented voices, challenge outdated ideals and build a living, searchable archive of real experiences for patients, families and professionals.
What We’re Building
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A searchable library of filmed, captioned podcast episodes
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Transcripts, tags and themes for easy access
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A platform reinvesting into support, visibility and community
A Space for Courage
This isn’t just a podcast.
It’s a place to be seen, heard and understood—through stories that reflect
your own and voices that remind you: you’re not alone.