Facing Inward: The Podcast

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When No One Believed Her: Megan-Claire Chase on Survival and Advocacy

October 07, 2026

What happens when your body knows something is wrong—but no one believes you? Breast cancer survivor and advocate Megan-Claire Chase shares her extraordinary journey from years of unexplained symptoms to becoming a voice for patients navigating healthcare, bias, and self-advocacy. 🌐 https://warriormegsie.com 🗣️ See  Megan-Claire's Speech at the 2026 ASCO Voices (https://bit.ly/4fdY1Uu) 🎧 Subscribe to hear real patient stories and healthcare conversations that matter. 📘 Want to go deeper? Mel...

The Silent Epidemic: What Every Woman Should Know About Fibroids

September 09, 2026

In this episode of Facing Inward, Melissa sits down with Dr. John Lipman, a pioneer in uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), to discuss one of the most common—and misunderstood—conditions affecting women. They explore the many ways fibroids can impact the body beyond heavy menstrual bleeding, why symptoms are so often dismissed or misdiagnosed, and how millions of women may be living with unnecessary pain simply because they haven't been told all of their treatment options. 🩺 Atlanta Fibriod Ce...

Medical Gaslighting: How to Advocate for Yourself in a Broken System with Ilana Jacqueline

March 18, 2026

Author and Patient Advocate Ilana Jacqueline joins Facing Inward to break down medical gaslighting—why it happens and how patients can advocate for themselves. A must-listen for anyone who's ever felt dismissed in the exam room. 🎧 Subscribe to hear real patient stories and healthcare conversations that matter. 📘 Want to go deeper? Ilana's Book Medical Gaslighting and Melissa's memoir Facing Inward are available wherever books are sold. 📝 Transcripts available at themelissacarter.com.

How do I get in touch with Facing Inward: The Podcast?

Facing Inward: The Podcast is hosted by Melissa Carter. Its publicly listed email is missmelissacarter@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Facing Inward: The Podcast?

The publicly listed email for Facing Inward: The Podcast: missmelissacarter@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Facing Inward: The Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Facing Inward: The Podcast reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Facing Inward: The Podcast?

Facing Inward: The Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: A mix of lived-experience voices (patients/caregivers/survivors) and healthcare professionals/advocates, often with demonstrable public-facing work such as books, advocacy roles, outreach management, or credible firsthand experiences tied to a medical issue. Common among recent guests: Published book or authored advocacy materials; Role in a patient advocacy/health nonprofit or outreach organization; Recognized survivorship or public storytelling (media, community leadership). Recent guests include Ilana Jacqueline, Bryon Daily, and Aurea McGarry.

How hard is it to get booked on Facing Inward: The Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Facing Inward: The Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Patient Advocacy, Caregiving, Cancer, Healthcare, and Medical Education. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.