Dr. Brad Miller on the Laughbox Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Brad Miller is the guest on the LaughBox Podcast hosted by Jim Bob Williams and Katy Bee. Dr. Brad Miller shares his journey of incorporating humor into his life and work, including his 43 years as a pastor. He talks about his diagnosis of aggressive prostate cancer shortly after retiring in 2022 and his initial coping mechanism of laughter to manage the emotional distress. He admitted to experiencing moments of denial and depression but emphasized the importance of not staying stuck in those states. Dr. Brad Miller outlines his transformative approach using his ACTS plan (Action, Connect, Think, Serve) to navigate through the difficult phases of cancer treatment. He discussed how he combined his love for humor with his cancer journey by creating the Cancer and Comedy podcast alongside co-host Deb Krier, a breast cancer survivor. Their podcast has reached over 57 episodes and features a mix of interviews with medical professionals, comedians, and cancer survivors who share their stories and strategies for finding light during challenging times. Their mission is to "turn the grim of cancer into grins." They also explore broader metaphors, viewing cancer as representative of life's adversities and leveraging humor to tackle these challenges. Dr. Miller emphasized the role of humor in building interpersonal connections and combating loneliness. He often uses joke cards and uplifting remarks, such as calling everyone "young man" or "young woman," to brighten people's days. He also highlighted the importance of caregivers and family members, often overlooked in the cancer journey, and his mission to address their needs as well. Dr. Brad Miller highlights the importance of community, citing personal anecdotes and emphasizing a cheerful heart as good medicine. He encourages listeners to use therapeutic humor to lift spirits. Website: https://www.aath.org/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_fgCLFis6GfV6XLivNDSJA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthyhumor/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/134293/ Episode 136 - Brad Miller - Cancer and Comedy Podcast | LaughBox