Man Up to Cancer

One day this summer, Sarah and the girls and I were watching Chef Kevin Gillespie crush it on Top Chef . We love that guy! Then we find out he’s a fellow cancer survivor, and I’m like, hey, Kevin, you should come on the podcast! And because he’s an awesome human, he does!!  Kevin is the real deal, super inspirational without the BS. He is an acclaimed chef, restaurant owner, and businessman w...

I’ve heard people say that Chadwick Boseman had an obligation to speak up about his cancer, and that he failed.  F#ck that. It’s our disease, and how we face it is our choice. In today’s episode, Kelin Welborn and I talk about Chadwick Boseman, his legacy, and the “responsibilities” of celebrity cancer patients. We then meander into a talk about gender, masculinity, and how boys are raised in...

Man Up to Cancer is teaming up with the American Cancer Society! On October 17th, volunteers Joe Gillette and Steve Bell will join with me and Joe Bullock for a virtual presentation "See Yourself A Coast 2 Coast 2 Coast Journey To Men's Cancer Awareness" As part of that broadcast we will show a special "Light Up The Journey" ceremony taped the week before at my property in Cape Elizabeth Maine, ce...

David Dubin is the Lynch Syndrome OG. What?! Never heard of Lynch Syndrome? Let us break it down for you in today's episode. Basically it's is a genetic glitch that makes some of us more likely to develop cancer. Scientists estimate that about 1 in 279 people carry a Lynch Syndrome mutation. David and I happen to be among the 1s in the 279s. A three-time cancer survivor, David and his wife Robin a...

Bring on the Scottish accent!! On today’s episode, Kelin and I talk to Scott Wilson.  Scott is a husband, father, internationally acclaimed photographer, and a stage 4 colorectal cancer survivor. He is a powerhouse advocate for education, screening, research and treatment advances for colorectal cancer, in Colorado and at the national and international levels. A few of our topics… * What it’s...

On today's episode, Kelin and I share plenty of laughs -- and I put my foot in mouth as usual -- with cancer survivor Justin Birckbichler . Justin is a men’s health activist, testicular cancer survivor, and the founder of  aBallsySenseofTumor.com . In November 2016, he was diagnosed with stage II testicular cancer at the age of 25. Justin is known for his sense of humor. He is a frequent...

Earlier this summer, I did a solo episode in which I told you about one of my friends and heroes, Jared McMillan . At the time, Jared was going through some brutal side effects from his cancer treatment, and had also just been diagnosed with COVID-19. In today’s episode, you get to hear from the man himself! I was honored to have a heart-to-heart talk with Jared. We touch on a wide range of topics...

In today's episode, Kelin and I talk with Rob Burridge , a stage IV rectal cancer patient from Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. Rob was a heavy duty mechanic before his diagnosis more than four years ago. Since then he has done 25 radiation treatments, more than 40 chemo sessions, and eight surgeries, and he continues to fight this disease like the badass he is. Then we dive into "Things Not to...

In the late summer of 2019, Erika Hanson Brown gave me a choice. Use my voice to help others facing cancer, or stay on the sidelines. I almost said no. Saying yes was one of the best decisions I ever made. Today on the podcast, Kelin and I chat with Erika, the visionary colon cancer survivor who founded COLONTOWN in 2011. www.colontown.org COLONTOWN improves the quality of life and outcomes for pe...

Personal cancer update… I have my next MRI coming up in a few weeks. My tumor marker has bumped up a bit, triggering some awesome PTSD.  Feeling some creeping anxiety, fear, anger, etc. You know, the usual darker emotions of a cancer journey.  What to do?  Sit down for a “Trevor cancer update” with my friend Kelin, obviously.  In this short episode, Kelin and I chat about the d...

In today's episode, I share a blog post about one of those big uncomfortable words that guys don't talk about: Shame. Then Kelin and I dive deep into a discussion about how shame has reared its ugly head in my cancer journey. Shout out to the organizations we mention: The Colon Club , COLONTOWN , and the Dempsey Center . Here's an excerpt: "Don't be weak. Toughen up. Take it like a man . So what h...

In today's episode, meet Kelin Welborn , my co-conspirator on all things 'Man Up to Cancer.' Kelin is a Swiss Army knife of creativity and logistics. She created the howling wolf logo, the website, and more. She is a loyal friend. And she's a damn good co-host for the Man Up to Cancer Podcast. This is the story of how Kelin got involved at day one, and has helped to build and empower the Man Up co...

In today's episode, Kelin and I talk with Jason Greenspan of Rockville, Maryland. Just before his high school prom and graduation, at the age of 18, Jason was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Now 26, Jason has used his experience as fuel to help others. As an event planner, Jason has organized the largest simultaneous self-check for testicular cancer, which made him a Guinness World Record Holder...

My favorite hashtag is #KFG. But what is it? In this bonus episode, the meaning of KFG gets revealed. I ramble for 14 minutes about my colon surgery, amazing nurse Aaron, and the joys of oxaliplatin chemo. I also send out a message of encouragement to all the cancer patients out there who are in pain, suffering, and basically living minute to minute. To learn more and get involved in the Man Up to...

In this episode, I sit down with my wife Sarah to reflect on the past two years since my stage 4 colon cancer diagnosis. This was the hardest episode for me to record, and also the one that was most necessary. We talk about what it was like to receive the diagnosis; how we told our children I had cancer; my mental health crisis in the months that followed; and how our marriage was the anchor that...

In this episode, Kelin and I talk to Jay Carter , a true Renaissance man and chronic myeloid leukemia survivor from Dallas. Jay, aka @thatcancerdude , talks about family, fitness, and purpose in his leukemia journey. Diagnosed at age 26... stem cell transplant... Living to the fullest more than 8 years later. Jay has been involved as a participant, volunteer, and consultant for organizations...

The next episode in the podcast was supposed to be coming out next Tuesday, but there’s something going on this week that I just have to talk about and put out to you guys. There is a friend of mine who is shouldering a lot, and I want to honor him.  In this 15-minute episode, you will get to know one of my heroes, Jared McMillan . Jared is a husband, dad, recently retired Air Force officer,...

In this episode, I catch up with my old friend Erik Ingbretson about cancer, relationships, and what it's like to be complex men in a culture that doesn't always embrace complexity. You'll see why it's OK for guy friends to tell each other, "I love you." Three facts about Erik... 1- Benchpressed the couch in our college apartment...With me and my future wife Sarah sitting on it. 2- Nearly drowned...

In our first full episode, Kelin and I talk to Joe Bullock of Durham, N.C. Joe plays a huge role in Man Up to Cancer. He is the lead administrator of the Howling Place (AKA The Wolfpack), which is our private Facebook group for men impacted by cancer, including patients, survivors, and caregivers. Joe is also an ambassador for FightCRC , and an active patient voice in several organizations includi...

Welcome to the podcast built for men facing cancer, and the people who love us! In this short pilot episode, you'll get to know me and the reasons why guys are terrible at "cancering". So, give me 7 minutes, and I'll give you a behind-the-scenes tour of Man Up to Cancer, and what to expect from the newest podcast in #cancerland. -Trevor 1:32 My cancer dossier 3:06 What happens when you isolate dur...