Don’t Give Up on Testicular Cancer

The Max Mallory Foundation - Joyce Lofstrom host

This podcast is all about testicular cancer--the survivors, medical researchers, stories from caregivers, those who didn't make it, awareness advocates, and much more. It covers the whole subject with compelling stories about this cancer--which, though rare in general, is the number one cancer hitting young men. "Don't Give Up" fighting this wildfire-like form of cancer, because great strides have been made and with more awareness and effort, we can BEAT testicular cancer for good.

  1. 1D AGO

    From a Testicular Cancer Survivor: Take the Time Now to Enjoy Life

    To our listeners: Joyce Lofstrom recorded this conversation with testicular cancer survivor Andrew Barrow before the month of Movember. Now, with this month of awareness for men's health in full force, know that the advertising and fundraising efforts Andrew describes in the podcast were active before Movember began and continue throughout the month.  Andrew Barrow and Joyce Lofstrom open this podcast with a discussion about Andrew's advertising business, Revenue Arc. Keep listening as the story segues to his testicular cancer story. In fact, testicular cancer doesn't run in Andrew Barrow's family. However, cancer, specifically lymphoma and melanoma, took his grandmother's life.  As a kid, Andrew watched Tom Green's MTV documentary on testicular cancer,  where Tom shared his testicular cancer story.   "I was absolutely fascinated by it because I had never heard of testicular cancer. I was probably in middle school at the time, and this blew me away. He had this song that got stuck in my head. The main hook of the song is, 'Check your balls, kids, check them every day.' "And I did. I was scared to death by that moment. I did this routine every day for my entire life, thinking it would never happen to me. And then one day I found a lump."   He was treated at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, and did not need follow-up treatment after the orchiectomy. He and his wife had one child, and after the surgery, they became pregnant and welcomed their second child. Andrew shares more about his testicular cancer journey, his business, and his philosophy on life: live in the moment, take care of yourself, and enjoy life to the fullest now.  Enjoy this episode and others of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer from the Max Mallory Foundation. Send us a text Support the show Find us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

    25 min

  2. NOV 3

    After Testicular Cancer, He Established a Community to Heal through Fitness

    Dan Korte found out he had testicular cancer in 2008. The diagnosis, he said, changed his life forever and led him down a dark path in life.  His introduction to testicular cancer actually began in 7th grade during the required physical before joining the football team. She found a varicocele on one of his testicles and recommended that he see a specialist. He did, and each year, Dan had an annual scan to manage this diagnosis until around age 19 in 2008.  In this episode of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer, Dan shares details about his testicular cancer diagnosis and treatment, including the path of drinking and partying he traveled for a few years. Dan had the idea in 2012 to establish a community, including an apparel company, for people who have gone through struggles and challenges in life. In 2017, this idea became a reality after a coffee shop conversation with a woman he met who changed his life.  He established Riseabove, a community where individuals who have experienced or are going through challenging situations in life can recover through fitness and nutrition.  As noted on the company's website, "At Riseabove, we redefine fitness apparel by celebrating resilience and personal transformation. Life's challenges leave scars, but those scars are proof of strength, courage, and growth. Whether you're overcoming struggles like weight loss, mental health challenges, or personal setbacks, our mission is to empower your fitness journey, foster belonging in a supportive community, and inspire pride in rising above adversity." Learn more about the Riseabove apparel and community.  Enjoy this podcast from the Max Mallory Foundation.  Send us a text Support the show Find us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

    17 min

  3. OCT 16

    A Urologist's Perspective on Testicular Cancer Treatments

    Board-certified urologist Dr. Jason B. Carter explains his role in the diagnosis of testicular cancer. "It's important to understand that when you have a diagnosis like testicular cancer, to some degree, the urologist may be the quarterback in the beginning. With testicular cancer, the urologist is going to be the one you meet, get the initial procedures done, and do the post-op follow-up. "I'm very fortunate to have an excellent radiation oncologist that I work with, and very fortunate to have a couple of very, very good medical oncologists that I work with. "Definitely anytime you have any kind of cancer, including testicular cancer, it is always a team approach."  He shares his insights on treating testicular patients at Unity Urology, his practice in East Tennessee. He has been providing quality urologic care since 2003 and opened Unity Urology in 2006 in Greenville, Tennessee.  Other urologic conditions to know about: Dr. Carter talks about other urologic conditions such as low testosterone, other hormone therapies for men and women, infertility, incontinence, and erectile disfunction. He is a medical advisor for Aeroflow Urology. Dr. Carter's medical degree is from East Tennessee University. He completed a residency at the University Hospital and clinics in Columbia, Missouri. He is board-certified in urology by the American Board of Urology and a member of the American Urological Association and the Tennessee Medical Association.  Send us a text Support the show Find us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

    28 min

  4. AUG 7

    Biking 186 Miles to Celebrate Giving Back and Surviving Testicular Cancer

    It's been a decade since PJ Branco's testicular cancer diagnosis in 2015. In early August 2025, he completed his third year as a participant in the PanMassChallenge⁩ with his personal goal to raise $10,000 for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The two-day race covers 186 miles, and PJ is one of 1,000 living proof cyclists and volunteers who have been previously or are currently being treated for cancer. All the money raised in this charity event goes directly to cancer care at this treatment center. PJ was the third member of his family to survive cancer. His mom learned she had breast cancer in 2005, and his father received his colon cancer diagnosis a few years later when PJ was in college. In 2015, PJ had his right testicle removed, and three months later, when a scan showed an inflamed lymph node in his back, he underwent chemotherapy. He compares his cycling stamina in 2025 to a time during 2015. After the removal of his right testicle and chemotherapy, PJ considered it an accomplishment to walk up and down his driveway. Now, 10 years later, he talks about life with his wife and four-year-old son, and his dedication to giving back to the cancer institute that treated him and his mother. As he explained in the podcast, "I now give back to those who helped save my life." He shares his story in this episode of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer from the Max Mallory Foundation.   Send us a text Support the show Find us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

    22 min

  5. JUL 23

    What's New - A Testicular Cancer Survivor Returns to the Podcast with An Update

    Alex Obendorf returns to the podcast three years after host Joyce Lofstrom talked with him in Season 2, Episode 10. A testicular cancer survivor, Alex updates everyone about life now and also includes a recap of his testicular cancer journey in 2018.  This episode gives listeners a look at life after cancer for Alex, who tells us about the new home he recently purchased and connecting with his birth family in Russia.  Listen to this episode of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer from the Max Mallory Foundation.  Send us a text Support the show Find us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

    31 min

  6. JUN 17

    Remembering Max Mallory on His Birthday - June 17

    Max Mallory died at age 22 in 2016 of testicular cancer. Max's mom, Joyce Lofstrom, and podcast host of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer, remembers Max on his birthday, June 17. She shares recommendations for good health that are relevant to everyone. Her recommendations include the following points.  To men ages 15-40, check your testicles for lumps or anything unusual. To men older than 40, check your testicles because some men past 40 have been diagnosed with testicular cancer.  Speak up, see a doctor, and talk to a health professional about what you found or felt when you checked your testicles.Advocate for your health when you see the doctor. Let them know how you feel and what you need. Bring another person to appointments if you can't speak up or want another person to listen to the doctor's recommendations.Don't give up on testicular cancer because there are people, organizations, doctors, nurses, family, and friends who care and can help you get through any treatment.  This episode of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer comes from the Max Mallory Foundation. Send us a text Support the show Find us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

    16 min

  7. APR 29

    On the Road in Scotland to Raise Awareness about Testicular Cancer

    Paul McCaffrey learned he had testicular cancer in 2015. He'd been experiencing groin pain at the time, but he didn't know how to check himself for any other signs of testicular cancer. So, Paul used the Cahonas Scotland's self-check guide and found a lump in one of his testicles. In the podcast, this testicular cancer survivor shares his treatment story for cancer, as well as sepsis and avian flu.  Now, he works with Cahonas Scotland as the Community Engagement Officer, where he visits schools, workplaces, and communities throughout the country to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of testicular cancer. He and his wife are the parents of two children: a son who plays the bagpipes and a daughter who is a Highland dancer.  Listen to this episode of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer from the Max Mallory Foundation, where you can find other episodes of the podcast.  Learn more about Cahonas Scotland and the work of Paul McCaffrey to raise awareness about testicular cancer.  Send us a text Support the show Find us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

    31 min

  8. APR 1

    Why We're All On This Testicular Cancer Journey Together

    Dan Duffy has been telling stories for over 20 years following an award-winning radio career with the nationally syndicated radio show Steve & DC. He transitioned from audio to visual arts and graduated from the Vancouver Film School. Before moving to Los Angeles, he returned to his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri, to sharpen his skills.  However, fate, a woman, and a cancer diagnosis changed everything. Four months before moving to the West Coast, he met Stephanie, the woman he would marry. Four months after that, Dan received a diagnosis of Stage 3 testicular cancer, and then six months later, Dan was cancer-free. Now, 22 years later, Dan is still telling stories through his video production company, Dan Duffy Productions. He works closely with the American Cancer Society and other nonprofits to help raise awareness about cancer. You can also find Dan on Facebook and LinkedIn or read The Half Book, his story of testicular cancer and life before, during, and after the diagnosis. Listen to this episode of Don't Give Up on Testicular Cancer from the Max Mallory Foundation, where Dan Duffy shares how his healthcare crisis led him to help others who face a cancer diagnosis.  Show Notes 05:49:9 -Dan's testicular cancer story 10:32:9 -Testicular cancer is 95% curable 14:41:5 - The PET scan story 20:47:7 - Fertility  27:20:9 - The biggest challenge during cancer treatment 35:28:5 - Helping other people with cancer 45:37:9 - The Half Book - Dan's testicular cancer journey 51:58:2 - What's next for Dan 57:52:3 - What song do you have to sing along to when you hear it? Send us a text Support the show Find us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook & Linkedin. If you can please support our nonprofit through Patreon.

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This podcast is all about testicular cancer--the survivors, medical researchers, stories from caregivers, those who didn't make it, awareness advocates, and much more. It covers the whole subject with compelling stories about this cancer--which, though rare in general, is the number one cancer hitting young men. "Don't Give Up" fighting this wildfire-like form of cancer, because great strides have been made and with more awareness and effort, we can BEAT testicular cancer for good.

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  • Creator
    The Max Mallory Foundation - Joyce Lofstrom host
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Don’t Give Up on Testicular Cancer
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