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Surprise! You have CancerEpisode 51 - A TributeAn episode fit for a King! Thanks to everyone who sent their stories and letters. I loved putting this one together - made me feel like I was hanging with Ryan again. Enjoy.2024-11-181h 06Surprise! You have CancerEpisode 50 - Nose-tradomusIt's our 50TH EPISODE! Thanks to everyone who stuck around and continues to listen.
Produced by: James Wood
Media by: Missy Cross2024-09-0921 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 49 - Summer's EndRyan's back at home. We talk about NOFX, friends, and family.2024-09-0221 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 48 - LIVE IN FREDERICTONIt's our first live show! We're coming to you from the Cap in Fredericton NB from a sold out room. Many thanks to all who helped us get here and who made the night so special. We had a blast, and we love you all!
Produced by: James Wood
Media by: Missy Cross2024-08-261h 16Surprise! You have CancerEpisode 47 - Coast to CoastRyan and I talk about our time together in Fredericton, and the success of our live show. Ryan is finally back at home, and he discovers some science while cutting his nails.
Live show will be done and posted next week! Thanks to everyone for your interest.
2024-08-1926 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 46 - Keep on TruckinI catch up with Ryan in the hospital and he lets us know what landed him there. We had a great talk, played GTP, and answered your always appreciated questions. One week until the live show! If you're in Fredericton, please come say hi. Thursday August 8th at the Cap.2024-08-0539 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 45 - Home Sweet HomeRyan made it back to Fredericton after another airport debacle. He tells us about his trip to Vancouver, flying in a helicopter, and receiving guests like an eccentric billionaire while laying in bed at his hotel. He also talks about his upcoming blood test and CT scan.2024-07-2929 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 44 - Ryan in VancouverI caught up with Ryan during a break in his busy homecoming tour. It was a last minute podcast, so no producer James this time. He lets us know how its been going, and how he's balancing friends and rest.2024-07-2238 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 43 - Teriyaki ScorpionRyan and I catch up quickly as he waits to board his oft delayed flight from Montreal to Vancouver. He's tired, I'm hot, we only have a quick window, but we did it. We podcasted. We're heroes.2024-07-1515 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 42 - Ryan takes ManhattanRyan heads to NYC and stays in the South Bronx (JLO's hood), eats at the Seinfeld diner, and sees some music at the Bowery. All this and more! We play GHP and answer your questions too. Hey I'm walkin here!!!2024-07-0850 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 41 - Basic InstinctWe catch up with Ryan the night before he heads to NYC. He tells us about his latest situation in the hospital that resulted in an enema and Kristen makes an appearance and asks us a question about crying. 2024-07-0144 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 40 - Gabagool40th episode with special guest Kristen! Ryan's weight is down as he continues chemo, but his spirits are high. We talk plans and scams, look at the rest of Ryan's summer, play GSP, and answer your Q's.
Produced by: James Wood
Media by: Missy Cross2024-06-2451 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 39 - Every Dog Has It's DayRyan gives us an update after a recent doctors visit. We talk about parks, dogs, play GTP, and answer your questions.
Produced by James Wood
Media by Missy Cross2024-06-171h 02Surprise! You have CancerEpisode 38 - What's Gonna Hurt More?I catch up with Ryan at a Day's Inn before he heads to Lunenburg with his parents. He talks about some of the side effects from chemo returning as he hits his fifth week of treatment. We answer questions and start planning our trip!
Produced by: James Wood
Media by: Missy Cross2024-06-1030 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 37 - Ebb and FlowRyan updates us on how he's doing, does a weigh-in, nails Guess The Price, and answers your questions.
Produced by: James Wood
Media: Missy Cross2024-06-0349 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 36 - Taste TestI review a Tom Hortons Pizza 'cause I Iost another bet to Ryan, he talks about accidentally shaving his beard, and we cover the effects of anti-psychotic drugs. 2024-05-2736 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 35 - Shooting Star GuyWe get a health update, and Ryan and I talk honestly about the future. Lots of fun here. Keep the questions coming lovelies!
Produced by: James Woods
Media by: Missy Cross
2024-05-2051 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 34 - Just For LaughsFunky to funny, we go on a special journey today, play Guess The Price, and Shane talks about his secret brother Igor.2024-05-1345 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 33 - Anals of the InternetLots to catch up on in today's episode. Ryan gives us an update, we play games, talk bets, and take your questions!
Produced by: James Wood
Media by: Missy Cross2024-05-061h 01Surprise! You have CancerEpisode 32 - Marketplace MenRyan is back on chemo but feeling okay. We discuss the adventure of facebook Marketplace, Guess the Price stays strange, and we answer your questions! All here in the newest episode.
2024-04-2938 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 31 - We're Rich!We're back! Ryan talks about nachos while driving, his trip to Orlando, and how he's feeling. We play a very fun Guess The Price and answer your questions.2024-04-2250 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 30 - A Big TalkRyan receives some heavy news and to shares it with us.2024-04-1526 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 29 - Lazy LadiesI catch up with Ryan in Orlando. He is on a lot of caffeine and sugar, and gives us a very important health update, before drawing up a time share scam. Another day in the life!2024-04-0848 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 28 - Lucifer's HammerRyan and I talk about the pleasures of aging, snagging things, and lucifer's hammer. Then we play Guess The Price and take the MAILBAG!
Produced by: James Wood
Media by: Missy Cross
2024-04-0156 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 27 - FrightensteinWe talk about the creepiest show in the history of television, play Guess The Price, and take your questions in the mailbag.
Produced by: James Wood
Media: Missy Cross2024-03-251h 02Surprise! You have CancerEpisode 26 - Madonna's BreathWe got segment, we got updates, we got laughs! Thanks for being here everyone.
Produced by: James Wood www.knockonwoodstudios.com
Media by: Missy Cross @mindfulactorworkshops2024-03-1852 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 25 - Mark's Work WardrobeWe have a great talk about Ryan's new outlook, fashion, and flesh lights before playing Guess The Price and fielding some listener questions in our new Mailbag segment. If you got a question for Ryan send it our way!
Produced by: James Wood
Socials by : Missy Cross 2024-03-1143 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 24 - One Step Forward, Two Steps BackRyan and I talk right after his latest hospital visit.
Produced by: James Wood2024-03-0436 minSurprise! You have CancerEp 23 - 10 QuestionsAs Ryan prepares for his surgery, I ask him a series of questions that include his ideal hospital roommate, what's funny about Cancer, and how much a new washer/dryer set costs.
Produced by James Wood: www.knockonwoodproduction.com2024-02-2646 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 22 - McRib MamaRyan is joined by his mom Cathie, and they eat a McRib sandwich. After their review, we delve into Ryan's past to try to figure out what really happened at the Cave of Witches. She weighs in on the past year and talks about her plans to support Ryan during his surgery.
Produced by James Wood: www.knockonwoodstudio.com2024-02-1936 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 21 - The 80'sIn this episode, we discuss ASMR, the 80's, and the fragile thread of memories. Ryan talks about falling from a moving vehicle. He also gives himself a needle!
Produced by James Wood: www.knockonwoodstudios.com
Chase Coulee link: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6J10zJMqAyTH0fQNCCo2No?si=Xg7zGGKoTbqItOWGz-6yVA
2024-02-1244 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 20 - Sexy BeastsRyan talks about his final round of chemo, takes a phone call, and we discuss people's fascination with sexy creatures.2024-02-0539 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 19 - Price is Right Pawn ShopRyan begins his final round of chemo. We discuss business ideas, memories of the summer fair, and friendships.
Produced by James Wood. https://www.knockonwoodstudio.com2024-01-2939 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 18 - The WhistleblowersRyan embarks on his next leg of treatment. Make sure to stick around to the end of the episode, we'll be playing a track from the new Chase Coulee album, "Found Myself Here."
Follow him: https://www.instagram.com/chasecoulee/?hl=en
Produced by James Wood: knockonwoodstudio.com
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2024-01-2257 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 17 - It's A Wonderful LifeRyan and I catch up after the holidays, reflect on the year that was, and look forward to what lies ahead in 2024.
This episode is sponsored by Young & Haggis Insurance. https://www.young-haggis.com
Produced by James Wood. knockonwoodstudio.com2024-01-1553 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 16 - Zombie StankWe discuss Ryan's feelings around surgery, the holidays, and what monsters are the stinkiest. 2024-01-0843 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 15 - The Third NippleHappy New Year to all! Ryan talks about his progress and what lies ahead in 2024. We discuss our shared admiration for red heads.
2024-01-0141 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 14 - Wiper Fluid DietMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays Everyone! We talk about colonoscopies and Ryan's fear of going to hell. Enjoy!2023-12-2537 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 13 - UnbungableWe have a lovely chat. Enjoy.2023-12-1839 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 12 - The PsychicRyan tells us about hanging heavy shelves with tape, his Aunt Debby's wake (and bake), and meeting with a Psychic.
2023-12-1154 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 11 - The Noisy CultRyan and I get deep after an Aunt Debby update, and then he tells me about a feud in the not so quiet streets of Fredericton with a bizarre family.
Produced by James Wood. knockonwoodstudio.com2023-12-0459 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 10 - Date NightRyan gives us a few updates before weighing himself. He also fills us in on his date with a married woman!2023-11-2743 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 9 - Cousin AdamWe talk to Ryan's cousin Adam. He's Aunty Debby's son and he lets us know how he's dealing with her decision to forgo treatment.2023-11-2029 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 8 - Aunt DebbyWe talk to Ryan's Aunt Debby, who also has Cancer.2023-11-1327 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 7 - Jann ArdenRyan gives us an update, talks about regaining some strength, and gets a surprise gift from an old friend.2023-11-0624 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 6 - Ryan Goes On VacationAfter a brief talk about our parent's food preserving practices, we hear all about Ryan's trip to Toronto with his friends.
Also: We have a CANE MAN update!
Please enjoy, we love you.
2023-10-3046 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 5 - A Lot On The LineI talk to Ryan the day before he gets his CT scan results. We assess the odds and gauge his feelings. We catch up after he finds out, and he fills us in. We're also introduced to the mysterious "Circle.”2023-10-2337 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 4 - ChangesRyan finds out his CT scan has been moved by 6 weeks and must reassess his mental plan. He tries to stay positive, but the uncertainty is taking its toll.
Sound by: James Wood www.knockonwoodstudio.com2023-10-1625 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 3 - A New BalanceWe talk chicken soup, the little league world series, how Ryan's life has profoundly and permanently changed, the importance of friends, and a little Dungeons and Dragons. Also, we have an instagram account @surpriseyouhavecancer2023-10-0948 minSurprise! You have CancerEpisode 2 - ChemoRyan talks about Chemotherapy and the effects of the treatment2023-10-0240 min
Surprise! You have CancerEpisode 1 - DiagnosisRyan and I talk about him finding out he has Stage 4 Cancer. We cover the symptoms, the diagnosis, and the treatment plan. We get into the gritty details, so if you're squeamish, consider yourself warned.2023-09-2553 min
1 of my StoriesShe Who Must Burn review [Fantasia Fest 2023]She Who Must Burn is a 2015 film by Canadian indie director Larry Kent, considered a pioneer in Canadian film making. Larry is being honored with the Trailblazer Award at Fantasia 2023. It premiered at Fantasia in 2015.
This low budget horror makes up for its small budget with effective casting, music, and special effects. Directed by Kent and co-written by Kent and Shane Twerdun. Also starring James Wilson, Sarah Smyth, Andrew Dunbar, Missy Cross, Jim Francis, and Jewel Staite.
A frightening foray into the ever-present debate between pro-life and pro-choice, She Who Must Burn depicts a world where religious zealots have the...2023-07-2816 min
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