In this bonus episode, Ali, one of my longtime Patreon supporters, reached out after listening to the Cancer Sympathy Machine series.

Ali talks openly about her past with addiction, stigma, Hep C treatment and why some people hide the truth about what they’re really going through.

I’m also sharing two listener stories about friends, classmates, and loved ones who faked cancer.

Thanks to everyone who’s reached out, shared stories, and supported the show. And if you’ve got something you want to talk about, send it my way: javier@pretendradio.org

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