At 18 years old, Jehu McNeil was diagnosed with cancer.

One year later, he ran a full 26.2 mile marathon.

In this powerful episode of The Joe McNeil Podcast, Joe sits down with his son Jehu to share the full journey from early symptoms and misdiagnosis to chemotherapy, recovery, faith, and rebuilding both body and mind.

This episode covers the emotional toll of a cancer diagnosis, long hospital stays in the children’s cancer ward, the impact on family, and the mental battle that comes with fighting for your life. Jehu opens up about fear, resilience, faith, and the moment everything began to change.

This is not just a cancer survival story. It is a story about discipline, mental toughness, purpose, and refusing to let adversity define the rest of your life.

If you or someone you love is facing cancer, illness, or overwhelming hardship, this episode offers hope, perspective, and proof that it is possible to come back stronger.

00:00 Introduction and Jehu’s Cancer Journey
02:33 Early Symptoms and Warning Signs
05:33 Hospital Visits and Discovering the Diagnosis
08:57 Hearing the Cancer Diagnosis
11:52 Transition to Pediatric Cancer Care
14:45 Understanding the Diagnosis and Treatment
17:39 How Cancer Affected Family and Friends
20:57 Facing the Reality of Cancer
21:54 Photos of the Journey and Telling the Family
23:49 Recovery, Mental Strength, and Resilience
28:37 Inside the Children’s Cancer Ward
33:55 The Emotional Toll of Long Hospital Stays
35:41 Finding Hope and Strength Through Faith
40:30 Milestones, Progress, and Healing
46:15 Lessons Learned from Cancer
52:11 Inspiring Others Through the Journey