Voices from the Background: The Dad's Perspective Podcast by Curtis Vallier & Bryan Simons

Episodes 7

Avg. Duration 42m

Activity Sporadic

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (1)

Since Oct 2025

Latest Episode Jan 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule

Every 2 Weeks

Format

Episodic

Consistency

47%

Hosting

anchor.fm

About This Podcast

In the pediatric cancer community, Dads are often in the background and not much of their story is told. This podcast features two dads facing a similar fight but at different stages and will relate to a part of the community often fighting in silence.

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Recent Episodes

E7: Holidays are Different

Jan 03, 2026 35m

Keywordsholidays, pediatric cancer, family dynamics, emotional toll, community support, safety, traditions, childhood memories, treatment, family gatheringsSummaryIn this conversation, Bryan Simons…

E6: Managing Illness with Multiple Children

Nov 22, 2025 35m

online criticism, misinformation, societal impact, parenting, food safety, mental health, internet culture, public opinion, personal experiences, social mediaSummaryIn this conversation, Curtis &…

E5: Stopping Treatment

Nov 08, 2025 30m

This episode features an unthinkable decision made by parents and children, a decision that can ultimately have only one outcome.

E4: D.C. Conversations Pt.2

Oct 25, 2025 51m

Here is the 2nd Part of our conversation from Curefest 2025 in Washington D.C.

E3: D.C. Conversations

Oct 18, 2025 59m

KeywordsCureFest, childhood cancer, advocacy, community support, funding, visual representation, political advocacy, environmental factors, grief, survivorshipSummaryThis conversation delves into the…

E2: Holding it Together at the Hospital

Oct 11, 2025 44m

Keywordshospital stays, childhood illness, parental roles, emotional toll, coping mechanisms, preparation, family dynamics, childhood cancer, COVID-19 impact, healthcare experienceSummaryIn this…

E1 : Diagnosis Day

Oct 04, 2025 43m

Summary In the inaugural episode of 'Voices from the Background,'hosts Curtis Vallier and Bryan share their personal experiences as fathers navigating the pediatric cancer journey. They discuss the…