In this powerful virtual episode of All Talk Oncology, host Kenny Perkins (Your Cancer Guy) connects online with Dr. Jose Jimenez, a leading oncologic surgeon at Clinica Biblica in San Jose.

Dr. Jimenez opens up about what most patients never see the emotional weight of delivering a cancer diagnosis and the responsibility surgeons carry long after they leave the operating room. From sharing tears with families to offering prayers before surgery, he reveals why compassion, humility, and faith are essential parts of cancer care.

This conversation goes beyond surgical technique. Dr. Jimenez explains Costa Rica’s public and private healthcare systems and why he chooses to serve in both to ensure that patients from all backgrounds receive quality care. He also shares why holistic, team-based oncology including psychology, nutrition, and coordinated specialty care is critical for true healing.

In this episode, Dr. Jimenez discusses: • The emotional reality of telling patients they have stage III or IV cancer • What surgeons feel after complex oncologic procedures • The power of empathy, prayer, and personal connection • Why patients are never “just a case” • Costa Rica’s public vs. private healthcare system • The importance of multidisciplinary oncology teams • Why humility is a cornerstone of great medicine

This episode is a reminder that behind every white coat is a human being and behind every diagnosis is someone who deserves compassion, honesty, and hope.

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In this powerful episode of All Talk Oncology, Kenny Perkins (Your Cancer Guy) sits down with LaShae Rolle, a PhD researcher from The Bahamas who was diagnosed with multicentric breast cancer at just 26 years old. LaShae shares her unique perspective of being both a scientist in the field and a patient in the clinic, proving that strength comes in many forms.

LaShae opens up about:

• Her life as a competitive powerlifter and researcher before her world was shifted by a diagnosis at age 26.
• How she used her knowledge of lifestyle factors—diet, protein intake, and exercise—to prepare her body for the "battle" of chemotherapy and surgery.
• Navigating treatment decisions, such as opting for a unilateral mastectomy and freezing her eggs, based on clinical research and long-term goals.
• Maintaining her powerlifting routine and squatting over 400lbs even during chemotherapy to combat fatigue and maintain bone health.
• How surviving cancer led her to adopt a "you only live once" mindset, focusing on advocacy and living life to the max.
• The importance of adolescent and young adult (AYA) support groups and using social media to connect with other survivors.

This episode is a testament to the resilience of young survivors and a guide for anyone looking to take an active, empowered role in their own healing journey.

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In this special heartwarming episode of All Talk Oncology, Kenny Perkins (Your Cancer Guy) sits down with Matthew Knowles, music legend and father of Destiny’s Child members, to discuss resilience, surviving cancer, and finding joy after life’s toughest challenges.

Matthew opens up about:

• His journey through cancer recovery and the fears, anxiety, and challenges he faced
• The power of therapy in processing unresolved issues and finding emotional strength
• Living life with gratitude and purpose, and keeping a survivor mindset every day
• Behind-the-scenes stories from his music career and the LA Candlelight event
• How music and storytelling can bring hope and healing to anyone facing hardship

This episode is perfect for cancer warriors, caregivers, or anyone looking for inspiration and guidance. Matthew’s story is a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there’s hope, resilience, and light ahead.

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There are conversations that stay with you long after the mic turns off. This is one of them.

In this deeply human and unforgettable episode, Mark Sevillano Jr. opens his heart and walks us through the moments that reshaped his life forever from healing after divorce, to rediscovering purpose as a single father, to hearing the words that no one is ever prepared for: “You have cancer.”

Mark shares his raw journey through stage 2 esophageal cancer.. how subtle symptoms turned into a life-threatening diagnosis, the shock of finding out over the phone while alone in a hospital room, and the grueling reality of chemotherapy, surgery, and survivorship. But this is not just a cancer story.

This is a story about resilience, faith, surrender, and redefining what truly matters.

Together, we explore:

• What life looked like before cancer and why that context matters

• Ignoring symptoms, pushing through pain, and the moment everything changed

• Chemotherapy, sepsis shock, and an 8-hour robotic esophagectomy

• The emotional weight of telling your parents and children

• Hair loss, neuropathy, brain fog, and the realities no one warns you about

• Survivorship guilt and the quiet fear of recurrence

• Recovery as its own full-time job

• Relearning food, energy, stress, and self-compassion

• Why joy not hustle is now the priority

• How cancer redirected Mark into advocacy, speaking, and service

Mark’s honesty is grounding. His reflections are powerful. And his message is one so many need to hear: You don’t have to stay stuck. There is hope on the other side.

This episode is for anyone navigating cancer, recovery, caregiving, grief, burnout, or a major life reset and for anyone who needs permission to slow down and choose joy again.

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What if the future of childhood cancer looked different? Safer treatments, targeted therapies, and doctors who carry personal stories that fuel every decision? Today’s guest is one of those rare voices changing everything.

In this powerful episode, Dr. Jess Puzzuoli takes us inside the world of pediatric oncology. A place filled with courage, heartbreak, hope, and breakthroughs that most people never hear about. From the rising rates of childhood cancer to the emotional weight families carry, she breaks down the truth behind the numbers and the real-life moments that matter most.

This isn’t just a medical conversation… it’s a human one. ✨ In this episode, we discuss: • Why childhood cancer rates are increasing • The massive research gap affecting pediatric patients • How targeted therapies + new treatments are transforming outcomes • The emotional reality for parents, siblings, and caregivers • What children REALLY experience during treatment • The importance of play, support teams, and trauma awareness • Dr. Jess’s deeply personal “why” that fuels her work every day

If you’ve ever wanted a clearer understanding of pediatric cancer and the hope that exists right now this episode will open your eyes and strengthen your heart.

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How do you turn a life-altering diagnosis into a life-affirming mission? In this deeply inspiring episode, Kenny Perkins speaks with Elissa, the powerhouse behind WeGotThis.org, who’s redefining what it means to live and thrive with stage 4 breast cancer.

Diagnosed just after her daughter’s first birthday, Elissa shares how she found meaning in the chaos, leaned into community, and built a nonprofit to help others ask for and receive the help they need during cancer. Whether you’re a caregiver, patient, or someone navigating your own hard season, this is a must-listen.

Key topics discussed:

• Navigating diagnosis during early motherhood and the pandemic
• Creating WeGotThis.org: A registry for cancer patients to ask for real help
• Redefining creativity, career, and identity in the face of cancer
• Mental health, chemo fatigue, and choosing treatment that prioritizes quality of life
• Supporting young children through a parent’s diagnosis
• Marriage, caregiving, and keeping connection alive in hard times
• Date nights, Air Force 1s, and Lego bouquets—her feel-good rituals
• Why prioritizing living is just as important as surviving

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What does it take to create a nonprofit that moves fast, funds faster, and makes real impact? In this powerful episode, Kenny Perkins dives into the story of Kure It, a boutique nonprofit based in California that’s transforming cancer support especially for underfunded cancers and underserved communities.

Joined by Brooke, Kerri, and Courtney, the women leading Kure It’s mission you’ll hear how this small but mighty team continues the legacy of founder Barry Hoeven, who battled kidney cancer for 18 years before passing the torch.

From clinical trials to pickleball fundraisers, from million-dollar endowments to helping strangers find life-saving treatments, this episode reveals how focused compassion and community can change lives.

Whether you’re navigating cancer or seeking ways to make a difference, this episode offers clarity, inspiration, and real-world action.

• • How one man’s 18-year cancer battle created a ripple effect of hope
  • Why Kure It only funds underfunded cancers like pancreatic, liver, and prostate
  • How the RoundUp for Research program generates $600K+ in passive income
  • What makes Kure It a "boutique nonprofit"—and why that matters
  • Behind-the-scenes of approving clinical trial funding
  • The work of the Women’s Guild: building community, fundraising, and fun
  • Supporting underserved communities with screenings and outreach
  • Why 100% of public donations go directly to research and patient support

• How Kure It is preparing for the future: AI, prevention, and global partnerships

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What happens when a music executive’s precision meets a life-changing diagnosis? In this candid episode of All Talk Oncology, Kenny Perkins sits down with Mathew Knowles—music executive, author of The DNA of Achievers, and male breast cancer survivor. A tiny sign on a white T-shirt (nipple discharge) led Mathew to insist on a mammogram, a Stage 1A diagnosis, surgery, and the discovery of a BRCA2 variant. Drawing on his 20-year background in medical imaging, he breaks down early detection, building a winning care team, and why he now lives by quarterly labs, therapy, movement, and joy. From COVID-era anxiety to laughter-filled nights with his wife, Mathew shares the mindset shifts and habits that helped him rebuild a life he loves—one mindful walk and measured plate at a time.

• Men get breast cancer: the overlooked red flags (nipple discharge) and why Mathew demanded a mammogram
• BRCA2 explained: risk implications for men (melanoma, pancreatic, prostate, male breast cancer) and for women (breast, gynecologic)
• Diagnosed at Stage 1A: survival odds, surgery, and five years on Tamoxifen
• From isolation to a care team: oncologist, therapist, spiritual support—and why isolation increases risk
• COVID anxiety & mental health: therapy to confront fear of dying and regain balance
• Diet, weight loss (~40 lbs), and daily 2-mile brisk walks—“cancer loves obesity”
• Portion control and practical nutrition: measuring plates, lighter foods, consistent habits
• Quarterly labs for peace of mind (not just annual checkups); self-advocacy with your clinicians
• “Look out the window”: stillness, nature, laughter, and marriage strengthened through survivorship
• Family history & genetics: why genetic testing + knowing your lineage should start early

Men’s health advocacy: PSA tests, breaking cultural conditioning, and getting over outdated fears

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