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On the morning Avery Byrne plans to end her life, the world discovers there are only nine days left to live: an asteroid is headed for Earth, and no one can stop it. As time runs out and secrets slowly come to light, Avery fights her way home to save the girl she has been in love with her whole life. But can Avery also learn to save herself and find hope again in the tomorrows she has left?

The life-threatening illness of a child has far-reaching effects. It can uproot families, mobilize communities, cause people to question their faith or to find their purpose. St. Jude Soundbites collects the stories that unfold around St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, as told by those who live them: patients, parents, donors, volunteers and more.

Everything changed when the cancer diagnosis came for Jessica Turri at 9 years old. But her story isn’t what you think. Not even close. Relive her improbable life – from treatment at St. Jude to the set of a popular TV show, from Nashville TV news to country music – with members of her awestruck family.

St Jude's has a vision to make Jesus the heart of Southsea. We will do this through growing faith, offering hope and sharing God's love.

St. Jude Inspire is where you can find standalone audio stories of patients, families, staff and supporters of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Subscribe to this feed to hear these stories and episodes of other St. Jude Inspire podcast series. You can find more information and written versions at stjude.org/inspire

Nearly 60 years ago, two seemingly impossible events happened about two weeks apart. One of those events captured the attention of an entire nation. It was John Glenn orbiting the planet, the first American to do so. The other event sparked a flicker of hope for thousands of families whose children were suffering from catastrophic diseases. It was the opening of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.Now these milestones are intersecting again. Someone who survived bone cancer as a child – whose life was saved at St. Jude – will also become the youngest American in space, as part of the ...

St. Jude Connections brings together folks who have a link to St. Jude, but may not otherwise be connected. Many are supporters. Some are patients and families, doctors and researchers. Every one of them has a unique story to tell. You can watch this conversation and learn more about St. Jude and the people involved at stjude.org/connections St. Jude Connections is a production of ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. It was recorded by Jason Latshaw, Dan Yohey, and Nathan Black, produced by Geoffrey Redick, edited by Grace Korzekwa ...

Connecting Through Grief When a Child Dies is a podcast created at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital by parents who have experienced the death of a child. Each episode in this first series focuses on a different aspect of early grief. Bereaved dad, Andy McCall, leads rich conversations with parents as they share their grief experiences. St. Jude experts provide observations, reflections and resources. Music for each episode is generously provided by Stanton Lanier, Copyright, Music to Light the World, Inc.

Avery Byrne has secrets. She’s queer; she’s in love with her best friend, Cass; and she’s suffering from undiagnosed clinical depression. But on the morning Avery plans to jump into the river near her college campus, the world discovers there are only nine days left to live: an asteroid is headed for Earth, and no one can stop it. Trying to spare her family and Cass additional pain, Avery does her best to make it through just nine more days. As time runs out and secrets slowly come to light, Avery would do anything to save the ones she loves.

St. Jude Storied Lives brings you intimate conversations with the patients and families of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. It’s hosted by Joel Alsup. He was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer, when he was 7 years old. He was treated at St. Jude in the 1980s. Joel now works at ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude, on the team that shares stories about patients and their families.Joel knows how new friendships and second families form at St. Jude – lifelong relationships that become a source of compassion and strength. He also knows that a ...

A child’s diagnosis of a serious illness can be difficult. Families, guardians, and loved ones feel a range of emotions and need support related to their child’s treatment. Caregivers SHARE, a St. Jude podcast, is a place for family caregivers to hear advice, reflection, encouragement, and real stories from families and hospital staff. SHARE stands for Support, Honor, Advise, Reflect, and Encourage. The podcast is brought to you by Patient Family-Centered Care and Psychosocial Services at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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