As the world gears up for Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, award-winning physician, author, and cancer survivorship advocate, Dr. Stacy Wentworth, is set to launch a groundbreaking podcast series, Less Radical. Premiering on September 25, this six-part series will tell the remarkable and little-known story of Dr. Bernie Fisher, the surgeon-scientist who redefined breast cancer treatment and changed how we understand cancer itself.
Dr. Fisher, an unlikely hero from Pittsburgh who overcame antisemitic barriers to enter medical school, made revolutionary breakthroughs in cancer treatment. However, his success came with a tragic cost: a public, performative Congressional hearing that unfairly destroyed his reputation and haunted him until his death. Through Less Radical, Dr. Wentworth will bring listeners into operating rooms, the halls of Congress, and research labs to explore Fisher’s profound impact on breast cancer patients worldwide.
“If you or someone you know has had breast cancer, Bernie is a part of your story—and you’re a part of his,” says Dr. Wentworth.
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month approaches, Less Radical arrives at a time when the stories behind medical advancements need to be shared and understood. Dr. Fisher’s legacy serves as a reminder of the scientific courage and personal sacrifices made to improve cancer treatments. His story will resonate with survivors, patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.
For more information on the Less Radical podcast or to schedule an interview with Dr. Stacy Wentworth, please contact:
Andreea Coscai
andreea@tinkmedia.co
About the Podcast: Less Radical is an educational and emotionally compelling series designed for both medical professionals and the general public. The episodes will delve into Dr. Fisher’s revolutionary clinical trials that disproved long-held beliefs about breast cancer treatment. By challenging the radical mastectomy, Fisher helped millions of women avoid unnecessary, debilitating surgeries. His work also changed how scientists and doctors treat all forms of cancer today.
About Dr. Stacy Wentworth: A distinguished radiation oncologist and leader in cancer survivorship, Dr. Wentworth has dedicated her career to improving the lives of cancer patients. Having worked across a range of healthcare environments, from small rural hospitals to comprehensive cancer centers, she has built survivorship programs that focus on holistic care—addressing not only physical health but also emotional and spiritual well-being. Dr. Wentworth is also the founder of Cancer Culture, a Substack platform where she explores the intersection of belief, history, and science in cancer care.
Dr. Wentworth’s vast experience, combined with her storytelling talent, makes Less Radical a must-listen podcast for anyone interested in medical history, cancer treatment advancements, and patient care. Her thoughtful, narrative-driven approach brings historical insights to life in a way that’s both accessible and deeply impactful.
