To End Cancer, hosted by Adam Benigni, is the podcast where hope meets action. Join us as we spotlight the incredible ways people in our community are helping Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center drive breakthroughs in cancer research, treatment and care. From inspiring stories of donors and patients to behind-the-scenes looks at innovative science, we explore how every contribution moves us closer to our mission: to end cancer. Subscribe now and be part of the movement.
To End Cancer Episode 16: Becky Colville and Sara Sade
In this episode of To End Cancer, Becky Colville, manager of the 11 Day Power Play Resource Center, and Sara Sade, four-time cancer survivor, talk with host Adam Benigni about donor-funded quality-of-life supports offered throughout Roswell Park.
Episode 15: Megan Woodward
In episode 15 of To End Cancer, Megan Woodward talks with Adam Benigni about her experience as a Roswell Park patient. Megan was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of thyroid cancer while pregnant. She credits her team at Roswell Park for saving her life.
Episode 14: Andrea Gregory and Mitch Flynn
In episode 14 of To End Cancer, Mitch Flynn, founder of Ride for Roswell, and Andrea Gregory, director of fundraising events, talk with Adam Benigni about the impact of Ride for Roswell and a new campaign to reach $100 million in the event’s lifetime fundraising by Ride 2027.
Episode 13: Dave & Barry Goodwin
In episode 13 of To End Cancer, Barry and Dave Goodwin talk with host Adam Benigni about Ride for Roswell and carrying on Mary Goodwin’s legacy of fundraising for Roswell Park.
Episode 12: Sophia Baudo & Megan Crawford
In episode 12 of To End Cancer, Sophia Baudo and Megan Crawford talk with guest host Jackie McDonough about Courage of Carly and the importance of funding childhood cancer research.
Episode 11: Shannon Traphagen
In episode of 11 of the To End Cancer podcast, guest host Jackie McDonough talks to Shannon Traphagen about her connection to the cancer cause and her steadfast commitment to raising funds and awareness for glioblastoma.
Episode 10: Amy Gold
In episode 10 of the To End Cancer podcast, host Adam Benigni talks to Amy Gold about the inspiration, growth and impact of The 11 Day Power Play, Inc.
Episode 9: Terry Bourgeois and Joyce Ohm, PhD
In episode nine of the To End Cancer podcast, host Adam Benigni talks to Terry Bourgeois and Joyce Ohm, PhD, about Empire State Ride and the impact of the funds raised.
Episode 8: Del Reid
In episode eight of the To End Cancer podcast, guest host Jackie McDonough talks to 26 Shirts founder Del Reid about his longstanding partnership with Courage of Carly and Roswell Park. Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify.
Episode 7: Norm Page
In episode seven of the To End Cancer podcast, host Adam Benigni talks to Norm Page, founder of Greater Buffalo Adaptive Sports, about what makes their organization unique and what it means for their community to partner with the Ride for Roswell.
Episode 6: Dr. Hillengass and Bill O'Shei
In episode six of the To End Cancer podcast, learn how donations fueled Dr. Hillengass’ clinical trial and how it has changed cancer patient Bill O’Shei’s life.
Episode 5: Mark and Caitlin Peitz
In episode five of the To End Cancer podcast, host Adam Benigni talks to longtime Roswell Park supporters and volunteers Mark and Caitlin Pietz about their connection to Ride for Roswell, Empire State Ride and what keeps them coming back year after year.
Episode 4: Mackenzie Giancarlo and Allison Lockwood
In episode four of the To End Cancer podcast, host Adam Benigni talks to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation fundraising professionals Mackenzie Giancarlo and Allison Lockwood all about the ins and outs of raising funds for the 30th Ride for Roswell.
Episode 3: Dr. Candace Johnson
In episode three of the To End Cancer podcast, host Adam Benigni talks to Roswell Park’s President and CEO Dr. Candace Johnson about the impact of the funds raised by Ride for Roswell over the last 30 years.
Episode 2: Mitch Flynn and Andrea Gregory
In episode two of the To End Cancer podcast, guests Mitch Flynn, founder of Ride for Roswell, and Andrea Gregory, director of fundraising events, reflect on the last 30 years of Ride and preview what’s to come for the 30th anniversary Ride.
Episode 1: Adam Draudt
In episode one of the To End Cancer podcast, guest Adam Draudt discusses Ride for Roswell, navigating a cancer diagnosis and his greater purposes with host Adam Benigni.
