What does it take to rebuild your life after everything falls apart?

In this raw and empowering episode, professional footballer Brendan Gan opens up about surviving testicular cancer, recovering from two ACL injuries, and what it really means to show up for yourself—even when the odds are stacked against you.

Brendan shares how he fought through moments of fear, self-doubt, and physical breakdown, and how family, faith, and mindset became his anchors.

From juggling fatherhood and football to finding clarity through his recovery, he lays it all bare—with heart, humor, and zero sugarcoating.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

•⁠ ⁠How Brendan mentally navigated a cancer diagnosis in his prime

•⁠ ⁠Why he almost gave up—and what changed his mind

•⁠ ⁠How to stay grounded when your body doesn’t feel like your own

•⁠ ⁠What it means to redefine masculinity and heal in public

•⁠ ⁠The power of vulnerability, community, and choosing joy

•⁠ ⁠Why grief isn’t always loud—and how quiet strength shows up

This one’s not just for football fans—it’s for anyone who’s ever had to start over.

Follow Brendan: https://www.instagram.com/brendangan

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Hosted by Maggy Wang, this podcast is where real talk meets real life — messy, mundane, and everything in between.

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