Movember is a month and a movement dedicated to men's health. In 2013 I was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Luckily I was cured and I am cancer free. This is my cancer story with a daily episode in November 2018.
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In The Barber Chair is a podcast series by Movember bringing you real cuts and real conversations about what it means to be a man today. Recorded at Ted's Grooming Room, London, with hosting duties split between Tim Lovejoy and Matt Johnson, each episode features an open and honest conversation between guest and host, because while the moustache has always been the conversation starter, it’s talking and being there for someone that really matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m ...
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Rugby star George Furbank chats to Matt about playing for England, dealing with disappointment and maintaining a positive mindset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Matt Johnson catches up with Father of Daughters blogger Simon Hooper for this week's episode. They chat about how to explain a global pandemic to your children, representing dads on social media, and lessons in loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This week’s guest is singer, television presenter and actor, Matt Willis. Matt talks about overcoming addiction, the benefits of opening up, and looking like a WWI fighter pilot for Movember. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Actor Will Mellor stops by for a chat about his new campaign with KP Nuts to raise awareness of the importance of men checking their nuts. Matt and Will also talk about grief and loss, and the impact of lockdown on men across the country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Matt talks to comedian, writer, and fellow Podcaster Richard Herring about Richard's experience dealing with men tweeting 'When is International Men's Day?' on International Women's Day. Which is incidentally the subject of his new book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Today's guest is Scottish broadcaster and former journalist and editor of The Scottish Sun, Gordon Smart. Gordon and Matt reminisce over their careers and discuss how working at The Sun has influenced Gordon's life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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James McVey and Bradley Simpson from British pop rock band The Vamps stop by for a chat ahead of their cycling challenge for Movember. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Former Special Forces Sergeant Jason Fox chats to Matt about PTSD, finding purpose past your job, and being a secret hippy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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English television presenter and journalist Jake Humphrey drops in for a chat with host Matt Johnson about life in the public eye and dealing with negative criticism on social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This week's guest is television and radio presenter, Ore Oduba. Ore talks to host Matt Johnson about challenging moments in lockdown, Strictly, and the importance of showing vulnerability. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Matt Johnson talks with English fashion designer Henry Holland about stepping back from his label earlier this year, imposter syndrome, and the power of positive thinking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The first episode in the new series of In The Barber Chair welcomes British actor, columnist, LGBT rights activist, and dad Charlie Condou talking to host Matt Johnson about an acting career that includes seven years on Coronation Street, and the ups and downs of being a father Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Former Olympian Iwan Thomas talks to host Matt Johnson about his struggles after an injury-plagued career forced him into retirement and about the importance of speaking out when you have a problem with your mental or physical health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In a special Mental Health Awareness Week edition of Movember: In The Barber Chair, guest host Simon Thomas talks to British boxing legend Ricky Hatton about his career and the challenges he faced in his life. In association with the Rugby League World Cup 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Former Love Island winner Jack Fincham takes to the barber chair at Ted's Grooming Room to talk to host Matt Johnson about his own mental health struggle, his ambitions as a boxer, and the ups and downs of life after reality TV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Comedian Paul Chowdhry takes a seat in the barber chair at Ted’s Grooming Room for a chat with host Tim Lovejoy about his life in comedy and how the best jokes don’t always come from the happiest places Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Youtuber Jim Chapman is next up in the barber chair at Ted’s Grooming Room to talk to host Tim Lovejoy about life as a modern man and how it feels to be part of ‘Britain’s most influential family’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Comedian Ben Miller joins host Tim Lovejoy in the barber chair at Ted's Grooming Room to talk about mental health, meditation, and what it means to be a man today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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It was important to me to share my personal cancer story throughout November 2018. Thanks to everyone who listened. More information is on www.bernhardkerres.com
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Five years after my cancer I met someone who once was a close friend. A difficult and emotional conversation.
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Many have asked if my life changed after cancer. And yes, it has. My new „normal“ is mich richer and wärmer than the life before.
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Following the hormone imbalances and in the aftermath of all cancer treatments, depression hit. I found my own way of dealing with it and keeping it at bay.
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It took me a long time and a lot of courage to publicly share my cancer story. I wouldn’t have done so without the encouragement from my daughter. I still fear it might have an impact on future job offers. But I hope that this podcast helps to raise the awareness for health issues and to contribute to us caring more.…
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Dealing with a cancer patient in the family isn’t easy. It is challenging for all the people loving and caring for the patient. Still, we need to pull all our energy together, push our fears aside, and give love and compassion.
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Following my cancer therapy a regime of quarterly checkups followed. Easy to schedule and to do but always with a big psychological impact.
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One long term result of chemo therapy is the sudden need for sleep. Even five years later it happens from time to time that I simply need to take a nap. Ten to twenty minutes and I am fresh again.
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When you had surgery called semi-castration there will come the moment when you are concerned about your sex life. Luckily my cancer didn’t impact on my sex life.
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Recovery took time. And after the whirlwind of surgery and chemo therapy these were the first days I was forced to reflect on what happened.
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After chemotherapy I tried to recover. It took quite a while. And I found out that top restaurants do not cater to vegans even on Valentine’s Day....
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Going back for another round of chemo was tough. But I learned much more about real friends than ever before.
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When the chemo therapy substances hit my body I was knocked out. Difficult days.
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It was time to find another oncologist. And then, I did chemo therapy.
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I was ready to have my first chemo-therapy when the oncologist basically gave me the option between green and brown. How should I know? Listen to the experience of my first chemo.
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Three months before being diagnosed with cancer I founded HELLO STAGE, the classical music community. What do you do as a founder and entrepreneur when being hit by a severe illness? Luckily I had an amazing friend and a great team.
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After my cancer surgery I spent relaxing days with my wonderful family. Also, an example of how another family helped a cancer victim within themselves.
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Cancer became personal to me a few month before my diagnosis. I spoke at a TEDx conference and there was Susi speaking about her cancer story. She became a hero for me. And still is. Look up www.fick-dich.at
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A surgery called semi-castration does not necessarily raise a man’s confidence level. But it had to be done.
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The weekend following my cancer diagnosis in December 2013 was the time to speak to family and friends. The hardest was taking to my daughter.
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After not sleeping much Friday brought two or three more urologists into my life but still no surgery. Why couldn’t I have surgery when everyone said it had to be done asap?
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A few days before Christmas in 2013 I was diagnosed with testicular cancer. Hear about the first day of my cancer story.
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November is a month to raise the awareness for men’s health. The Movember Foundation changed the name of the month to stop men dying too young. In this podcast I will tell my own cancer story.
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A familiar face returns to the Movember Podcast, this time as guest rather than host. Osher Günsberg is a longtime Mo Bro and friend of Adam, and in this episode they retrace the personal, mental and professional transformation Osher has been through since he went by 'Andrew G' in the nineties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…
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Mick and Adam met as officers in the Australian army in their early 20's. Since then, Mick has seen 28 years of service including operational tours in Iraq and Afghanistan, and was awarded two orders for Distinguished Service. Now retired, Mick reflects on his career, and the transition from service to civilian life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…
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In episode 4 of season 2 of the Movember Podcast, Adam sits down with TV writer, producer and host of 'Better Off Dead', Andrew Denton. Unfiltered, Andrew lays out the reality of losing his father and how it has impacted the way he takes action to protect his own health: physical and mental. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…
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In this episode of the Movember Podcast, our host and co-founder Adam Garone sits down with the first Canadian to walk in space: Chris Hadfield. Adam and Chris explore the challenges of being a husband and father in an inherently high-risk profession, following his Dad's advice, and driving yourself to the 'very hairy edge of possible'. Hosted on A…
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Reggie Ossé discusses major turning points and challenges in his life. From growing up in a one-parent house and having to find his own role models, to becoming successful in three separate careers, and experiencing some dark moments: Reggie tells Adam about how he's handled transitions and what he'd say to others in the same situation. Hosted on A…
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In the first interview of this season, our host Adam Garone sits down with filmmaker Morgan Spurlock. From the times he slept in a hammock to fund his dreams to what he now teaches his sons about being a man, Morgan tells Adam about key moments and decisions in his life. Here, they dig deeper into the man behind (and face of) the fast food hit, Sup…
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This is the second in a series of episodes of Movember Radio raising awareness in the lead up to World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th with the powerful message of “Men, let’s talk when things get tough”. We talk to Mo Bro Allan Sparkes CV, a decorated police officer and one of only five Australian heroes to be awarded the highest bravery …
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This is the first in a series of episodes of Movember Radio raising awareness in the lead up to World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th with the powerful message of “Men, let’s talk when things get tough”. We talk to Mo Bro Justin Geange who shares his own personal experience of suicide and the challenges he faced in not being able to speak …
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In this episode of Movember Radio, we chat to two new dads about the highlights and challenges they face in fatherhood. Justin Baldoni, actor, director, filmmaker and star of hit TV show “Jane the Virgin” where he also happens to play a new dad similar to his role in real life. He’s also joined by Stuart Holden, Sports Commentator who recently reti…
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