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Cancer is Strong – Hope is Stronger – Phil Zielke of Phil’s Friends



EPISODE SUMMARY

Learn the true meaning of “in sickness and health” with our guest, two-time cancer survivor, Phil Zielke of Phil’s Friends.  Phil shares the story of battling cancer and how his eyes were opened to the power of seemingly small gestures of kindness. Hear how “Phil’s Friends” uses the power of good old fashioned care packages to deliver personalized and encouraging cards and goodies to cancer patients across the nation.


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Learn the true meaning of “in sickness and health” with our guest, two-time cancer survivor, Phil Zielke of Phil’s Friends.  Phil shares the story of battling cancer and how his eyes were opened to the power of seemingly small gestures of kindness. Hear how “Phil’s Friends” uses the power of good old fashioned care packages to deliver personalized and encouraging cards and goodies to cancer patients across the nation.


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