Episode 21 – Closing Notes

In this final episode of the PC Warrior Podcast, I reflect on my journey with pancreatic cancer, sharing the lessons I’ve learned, the strength I’ve found, and what I would tell my younger self. From owning your story to being fully present, embracing courage, and investing in yourself, these are the insights I hope inspire and guide you. Stay hopeful, stay strong, and live fully today.

Episode 20: Life in Hospice

Hospice is often misunderstood, but for me it’s been a source of comfort and dignity. In this episode, I share what daily life looks like as my body slows, from fighting symptoms to finding small joys. I talk about the gift of final motorcycle rides with my children and friends, the unconditional love that surrounds me, and reflections on purpose, forgiveness, and life. Hospice has given me the space to focus on presence, gratitude, and the simple truth that our greatest gift in life is the love we give to others.

Episode 19: Flaming Out
In this deeply personal episode of the PC Warrior Podcast, I share the harsh realities of my recovery after major pancreatic surgery and the challenges of late-stage pancreatic cancer. Drawing parallels to mountaineers in the “death zone” on Everest, I reflect on the physical and emotional toll of his illness, the pain of treatments, and the fragile moments of hope and connection with family and old friends. This episode is an intimate exploration of living fully and finding meaning in the final chapter of my life.

Episode 18: The Big Drop

A summer break turned into another fight for survival. One day after recording my last episode, I was back in the ER with a complete bowel obstruction that led to a third major surgery in less than 18 months. The prognosis that followed was blunt: only a few months left.

In this episode, I share the shock of hearing those words, the heartbreak of watching old family videos with my kids, and the fragile gratitude that returned the next morning. The end is near, but not here yet, and today is still mine.

In this reflective update, I share why the PC Warrior Podcast is pausing for summer and what it’s like living in the uncertain space between reality and hope. From hospital stays and small bowel obstructions to moments of gratitude and strength, this episode is about navigating life when the road ahead is foggy. Thanks for tuning in, see you in September.

Episode 16: Back to Life, Offer Accepted

After a year of battling pancreatic cancer, I wasn’t expecting to re-enter full-time work, let alone feel energized by it. But in spring 2025, an unexpected job offer from a cutting-edge fraud prevention startup changed everything. In this episode, I share what drew me back in: a sense of purpose, inspiring people, and a belief that life after cancer can still be bold. From interviews to an offsite in Cancun, from fatigue to finding my rhythm again - this is the story of saying yes to life, work, and what's next.

After a year of nonstop cancer treatment, I faced a new challenge: learning how to live again. In this episode, I share what it’s like to shift from survival mode to healing, physically, mentally, and emotionally.

I also take you on a 10-day motorcycle trip across the Southwest, a ride that became a meditation on freedom, life, and resilience.

The PC Warrior Podcast - real stories for real hope.

Episode 14: Ray of Hope – After stopping chemo early, my cancer marker spiked to ten times the normal range. With no treatment options left, I started preparing for the end. Then I learned about Next Generation Sequencing, a test that can uncover rare tumor mutations and, in some cases, open the door to targeted treatments. It only helps a small percentage of patients, but it gave me a reason to hope, and it might do the same for you.

Episode 13: Prepared to Die – When the Body Says No
After starting post-op chemo, my body hit a wall. Two ER visits, bowel obstruction, hospital stays, and a brutal choice: push forward or protect what’s left. This episode is about hitting that fork in the road — and beginning to prepare for the end, without giving up the fight.

The week after a life-altering Whipple surgery was a gut punch of pain and relentless discomfort. In this episode, we navigate what it feels like to be in "full survival mode," where every breath is a conscious effort. Hear about a raw moment of thanks after receiving the first news of a successful procedure. The recovery journey continues with a vivid description of organs adjusting "like strangers in an elevator" and a new reality ruled by urgent bathroom runs. As a new phase of treatment begins, listen as a raw and personal decision is made in front of a mirror—an act that feels like both taking control and surrendering.