Bill Moyers | Healing and the Mind
February 24, 1993
This video brought Commonweal’s Cancer Help Program to the attention of a nation.
You can find a transcript on Bill Moyers’ site.
Francis Weller | The Wild Edge of Sorrow
October 12, 2016
Michael Lerner converses with Francis Weller, MFT, co-leader of the Cancer Help Program. Francis is a psychotherapist, writer, and “soul activist” who synthesizes streams of thought from psychology, anthropology, mythology, alchemy, indigenous cultures, and poetic traditions. His latest book is The Wild Edge of Sorrow: Rituals of Renewal and the Sacred Work of Grief.
Beyond Conventional Cancer Therapies: An Online Resource for Integrative Cancer Care
Publisher: Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians
April 25, 2019
In a recorded webinar, the creators of Beyond Conventional Cancer Therapies describe how the website can be used in clinical practice. A PDF of the slides includes active links.
Brian Bouch | Integrative Oncology
Part 1
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal
April 18, 2018
Dr. Brian Bouch, the first medical director of Commonweal, retired several years ago from an integrative medicine practice in Sonoma, California. After he received a difficult cancer diagnosis, he developed a specialty in integrative oncology. In three videos, he talks with Michael Lerner about how he developed his practice, used certain therapies, and worked with people with cancer. In this first video, Bouch discusses his diagnosis and the integrative therapies he has used. For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: Brian Bouch Integrative Oncology, Part 1.
Brian Bouch | Integrative Oncology
Part 2
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal
April 18, 2018
In this second of three videos, Bouch discusses detoxification and integrative therapies he has used. For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: Brian Bouch Integrative Oncology, Part 2.
Brian Bouch | Integrative Oncology
Part 3
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal
April 18, 2018
In this third of three videos, Bouch discusses breast and prostate cancers, how to make the most of chemotherapy, and more. For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: Brian Bouch Integrative Oncology, Part 3.
Dean Ornish | Symington 2017
Publisher: The Lord Symington Foundation with Healing Circles and The New School at Commonweal
December 12, 2017
Dr. Ornish presents results regarding his integrative programs for heart disease, prostate cancer, and general healing in this 52-minute video. For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: Dean Ornish Symington 2017.
Donald Abrams | An Introduction to Integrative Cancer Care
A Training for Health Professionals and Cancer Advocates
Part 1
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal and Healing Circles
October 2, 2014
This four-part training series with Dr. Donald Abrams is designed for health professionals and for cancer advocates and navigators dedicated to helping others make informed choices in cancer. Dr. Abrams gives four presentations, each followed by a conversation with Commonweal’s Michael Lerner. For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: A Training for Health Professionals and Cancer Advocates, Part 1.
Donald Abrams | Integrative Cancer Care: The Role of Nutrition
A Training for Health Professionals and Cancer Advocates
Part 2
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal and Healing Circles
October 2, 2014
For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: A Training for Health Professionals and Cancer Advocates, Part 2.
Donald Abrams | Integrative Cancer Care: Rational Use of Natural Supplements
A Training for Health Professionals and Cancer Advocates
Part 3
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal and Healing Circles
October 2, 2014
For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: A Training for Health Professionals and Cancer Advocates, Part 3.
Donald Abrams | Cannabis in Integrative Cancer Care
A Training for Health Professionals and Cancer Advocates
Part 4
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal and Healing Circles
October 2, 2014
For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: A Training for Health Professionals and Cancer Advocates, Part 4.
Dwight McKee | 40 Years Practicing Integrative Cancer Medicine
Part 1
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal
February 3, 2016
Dr. Dwight McKee joins The New School host Michael Lerner in a day-long conversation and presentations. McKee is a truly significant integrative oncologist with a long and interesting history of engagement in the field. He talks about his book After Cancer Care and principles of integrative oncology. For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: Dwight McKee, MD: 40 Years Practicing Integrative Cancer Medicine, Part 1.
Dwight McKee | 40 Years Practicing Integrative Cancer Medicine
Part 2
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal
February 3, 2016
For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: Dwight McKee, MD: 40 Years Practicing Integrative Cancer Medicine, Part 2.
Going Beyond Conventional Cancer Therapies
Publisher: iThrive Plan
February 5, 2019
In this episode, host Karolyn Gazella talks with Dr. Michael Lerner and Laura Pole about the new online resource they created called Beyond Conventional Cancer Therapies (bcct.ngo), which is about integrative healing practices that go beyond conventional cancer care.
Keith Block | A New Model of Integrative Cancer Treatment
Publisher: McDougall Advanced Study Weekend
September 24, 2012
In this brief video, Dr. Keith Block talks about his program, stressing getting the body’s biochemical environment in order, then how to build resilience biochemically, molecularly, and clinically. He discusses hope, plus faith that there’s something people can do, even in desperate situations.
Keith Block | Life Over Cancer—Achieving A Survivor’s Edge
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal
July 9, 2019
In this 22-minute video, Dr. Keith Block discusses his approach to cancer treatment, emphasizing being equipped, planning and care, and how to get into remission and stay there. He introduces circadian rhythms and balancing them and goes over the hallmarks of cancer and nutrition.
For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: Keith Block, MD: Life over Cancer—Achieving A Survivor’s Edge.
Keith Block | My Activity
Publisher: EmpowHER
July 9, 2019
Dr. Keith Block focuses on treating the patient as a whole person rather than simply treating the diagnosis. This series of short videos presents his unique and truly integrative approach to cancer treatment, which encompasses traditional and complementary medicine delivered in a caring environment.
Keith Block | New Roads to Health: Life Over Cancer
Publisher: Henry Mayo Clinic
December 8, 2015
In this 19-minute video, Dr. Keith Block discusses why an individualized foundation for health is important. He presents his model of care, which includes three spheres: diet and lifestyle interventions, biochemical terrain, and tumor growth progression pathways. He also lists the 11 hallmarks of cancer in three categories: metabolic, molecular and microenvironment, plus integrative therapies to address them.
Mark Renneker | Medical Advocacy for Cancer Patients
Part 1
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal and Healing Circles
June 5, 2015
This full-length video, part 1 of 2, presents a special day-long training with one of the foremost authorities on clinical advocacy for people with cancer. Dr. Mark Renneker has a unique medical practice that he describes as clinical advocacy. He specializes in working with patients and families who are facing complex medical situations. He doesn’t take on their care, but supports them in leaving no stone unturned, helping patients learn about and pursue all possible diagnostic and treatment options, including experimental, mainstream, alternative, and integrative medical strategies. He does most of his work is by phone with patients from across the country and around the world. For an outline of topics with timestamp, see: Mark Renneker, MD: Medical Advocacy Part 1.
Mark Renneker | Medical Advocacy for Cancer Patients
Part 2
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal and Healing Circles
June 5, 2015
This full-length video, part 2 of 2, presents a special day-long training with one of the foremost authorities on clinical advocacy for people with cancer.
For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: Mark Renneker, MD: Medical Advocacy Part 2.
Rachel Naomi Remen | Basics of Discovery Model Learning
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal
April 11, 2015
Dr. Remen gives an overview (and some experiences) of the discovery model curriculum for medical students, called the Healer’s Art, which is currently taught annually at more than 80 medical schools in the United States and in seven other countries. Remen has developed this experiential model to create a community of inquiry in which mutual healing, clarification of deep meaning and values, and personal transformation become accessible.
For an outline of topics with timestamps, see: Rachel Naomi Remen, MD: Basics of Discovery Model Learning.
Ted Schettler | The Ecology of Breast Cancer
Publisher: The New School at Commonweal
November 9, 2013
Breast cancer is not one disease, but many. The causes are many as well. In this podcast, TNS host Michael Lerner converses with Dr. Ted Schettler—a leader in the development of the “ecological paradigm of health.” His book The Ecology of Breast Cancer offers a fresh perspective integrating stress, diet, exercise, toxic chemical exposures, electromagnetic fields, and more.