Check One Two - the lowdown on testicular cancer

In this episode of Check One Two, Paul sits down with professional golfer Matthew Southgate to talk about his testicular cancer journey, life on the golf course, and why he now uses his platform to help others. Matthew was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2015 at just 26 years old, at a time when his golf career was beginning to take off. After surgery and recovery, he returned to the sport he...

In this episode, Stefan Ogilvie shares his testicular cancer journey — from finding a lump and facing surgery to undergoing chemotherapy and coping with the emotional toll. He talks about recovery, long-term side effects like neuropathy and tinnitus, and his ongoing efforts to raise awareness (including using a purple testicular cancer duck) to encourage men to check themselves and seek prompt med...

In this episode of Check One Two, we’re joined by David King, who shares his recent and deeply personal experience with testicular cancer following his diagnosis in October 2025. David talks openly about noticing subtle changes, navigating appointments, surgery, chemotherapy, and the mental weight of hearing words like cancer, tumour, Beatson, and chemo for the first time. His story is a powerful...

In this powerful episode of Check One Two, we sit down with Chris Russell, a Scottish dad whose life was turned upside down by a devastating cancer diagnosis that left him unable to eat and fighting through intense treatment. Chris opens up about the moment he knew something wasn’t right, the physical and emotional toll of his diagnosis, and how it’s impacted his family and day-to-day life. But th...

Andrew Beverly joins Check One Two to share his powerful and honest journey through testicular cancer. From the moment he first noticed something wasn’t right, to diagnosis, surgery, and recovery, Andrew opens up about the physical and emotional realities of facing cancer head on. He talks candidly about the fear, the waiting, the conversations no one is prepared for, and the people who helped him...

Sean opens up about his own experience, sharing what it’s like navigating something so personal while also training in a profession where he’s expected to care for others. It’s an honest, down-to-earth chat about awareness, early detection, and the reality of hearing the words no one expects. We talk about the gaps in knowledge, even within healthcare, and why conversations around testicular cance...

Todd Whiteford of The Good Coffee Cartel — and a x2 testicular cancer survivor — takes over hosting duties to interview Paul McCaffery, the usual host of the podcast and Community Engagement Officer at Cahonas Scotland.   In an honest and open conversation, Todd and Paul talk about lived experience, stigma, and why real, straight-talking conversations matter when it comes to testicular cancer. Fro...

In this episode of the Check One Two Podcast, Paul sits down with Scottish comedy trio Weegie Hink Ae That? for a funny, honest, and unexpectedly powerful conversation about comedy, testicular cancer awareness, and their brand-new Christmas single “Feeling This Christmas.”   Recorded at the world-famous Podcast Studio Glasgow, this episode blends laugh-out-loud moments with important discussions a...

In this powerful episode of The Check One Two Podcast, we sit down with David Ross — a husband, dad, ScotRail worker, and testicular cancer survivor who swears his story “isn’t that interesting.” But trust us… it’s exactly the kind of story that matters. David takes us through the moment everything changed: discovering a lump during lockdown, the whirlwind diagnosis, and a brutally fast journey fr...

Louise Ballantyne thought she hated exercise; until cancer changed everything. In this heartfelt episode, exercise & rehabilitation specialist and cancer advocate Louise Ballantyne sits down with Paul in the world-famous Podcast Studio Glasgow. Triggered by her dad’s terminal liver/bile duct cancer diagnosis in 2019, Louise turned grief into purpose. She reveals how simple movement helped her...

In this episode of Check One Two, Paul sits down with John Brines, a testicular cancer survivor who tells it exactly how it is. John opens up about the fear that comes with diagnosis, the complications he faced after surgery, and the toll it took on his confidence, relationships, and mental health.   This isn’t the polished version of recovery you read in leaflets — it’s the real, raw story of wha...

Ross Murray—creative director at VXO Touring —joins us to talk about life before, during, and after testicular cancer. With a sharp wit and no-nonsense honesty, Ross shares the moment he noticed something was wrong, why he put off seeing a doctor for months, and what it was like navigating surgery, chemo, and recovery.   We cover the emotional toll of diagnosis, sperm banking, prosthetics, peer su...

This episode of Check One Two is all about testicular cancer, early detection, and the importance of speaking up.   Host Paul, a testicular cancer survivor, sits down with playwright Ingram Noble and actor Lewis Gillon to discuss The Naked Neds — a powerful new play that tackles male mental health, testicular cancer awareness, and the devastating cost of silence.   Drawing from his own experience...

This week on Check One Two, we sit down with Harry McArthur – a young dad, self-employed grafter, and proud recipient of the Cahonas Scotland “You’ve Got This” box – to hear his raw and powerful story of surviving testicular cancer.   Harry opens up about ignoring a lump for over a year, the shock of diagnosis, the whirlwind of surgery, and the emotional toll of being a man navigating cancer. But...

In this powerful episode of Check One Two, we’re joined by NHS doctor and health advocate Dr. Emeka Okorocha to talk all things testicular cancer—from the signs and symptoms to risk factors, self-checking, and the importance of early detection.   We discuss why men often delay seeking help, the shocking number of cases where GPs dismiss symptoms, and how stigma and embarrassment are still major ba...

Todd Whiteford and Joe Docherty return to Check One Two for a powerful conversation about life after surviving testicular cancer. Together, they open up about mental health struggles, fertility battles, IVF journeys, and rebuilding life after treatment. This is a raw, honest, and hopeful chat that goes beyond diagnosis — touching on the real challenges survivors face but rarely talk about. Grab a...

In this powerful episode of Check One Two, we sit down with former Premier League and Nottingham Forrest FC star Henri Lansbury and Director of Grass Gains ,shares his deeply personal journey of overcoming testicular cancer — a diagnosis he kept private during his playing days. Henri talks openly about discovering a lump after training, the fear and pressure of dealing with cancer behind closed do...

In this episode of Check One Two, we sit down with Lewis Walker, who shares his powerful and personal journey with testicular cancer. Lewis opens up about the moment he first noticed something was wrong, the emotions he experienced during diagnosis, and the challenges he faced throughout treatment. He speaks candidly about the fear, uncertainty, and mental battles that came with his journey, but a...

In this episode of Check One Two, we sit down with Jack Brown, a Loughborough University student and testicular cancer survivor. Diagnosed at just 16 during the Covid-19 lockdown, Jack opens up about the fears, challenges, and resilience that shaped his journey—from discovering a lump and undergoing treatment to balancing school life and recovery.   Jack’s story is not just about survival but abou...

When Stuart Whitelaw found a lump at 35, he did what many men do—he ignored it. When the pain worsened, he finally went to his GP, only to be told it was nothing to worry about. But the pain persisted, and months later, after seeking a private ultrasound, Stuart got the diagnosis he had feared: testicular cancer.   In this powerful episode, Stuart shares his deeply personal journey—from being dism...

In this episode, Paul McCaffery sits down with Steven Crocker, a testicular cancer survivor, board member of the Testicular Cancer Foundation, and host of It Takes Balls Podcast. Diagnosed with stage 2B non-seminoma testicular cancer at just 24 years old, Steven shares his journey from delayed diagnosis to treatment, recovery, and advocacy.   What You’ll Hear in This Episode: •The impact of delayi...

In this powerful episode of The Check One Two Podcast, we sit down with Malcolm Combe, a senior law lecturer whose life took an unexpected turn when he was misdiagnosed with a hernia. In reality, he had testicular cancer.   From misdiagnosis to major surgery and chemotherapy, Malcolm’s journey was anything but straightforward. He faced: •Dismissed symptoms and delayed diagnosis •Chemotherapy and a...

At just 17 years old, Aaron Wood was diagnosed with testicular cancer, forcing him to navigate a life-changing battle at an age when most are just starting their adult journey. Despite an initial successful treatment, Aaron later faced the devastating news of a relapse, pushing him to endure high-dose chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant.   In this episode, Aaron opens up about discovering the...

In this episode of the Check One Two Podcast, we sit down with David McNeilage, a journalist and testicular cancer survivor, to talk about his journey from diagnosis to recovery.   David was in peak physical health when he first noticed something was wrong—a story all too common among men facing testicular cancer. He shares his experience of navigating the healthcare system, breaking the stigma ar...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Mark Frith, a talented musician and testicular cancer survivor, to hear his incredible story of resilience, creativity, and hope. Mark opens up about his diagnosis, treatment journey, and how his passion for music played a pivotal role in his recovery.   From navigating life after cancer to finding strength in creativity, Mark shares powerful insights in...