25 STAY ALIVE show

25 STAY ALIVE

Summary: Yes, you can face multiple life-threatening diseases and still share your story with grace and humour in order to help others. 25 STAY ALIVE is a global movement which educates and inspires younger people to be proactive with their health. In this engaging and filter-free podcast, Hugo will not only share his own experiences of overcoming 2 bouts of cancer, but he will also be joined by some inspiring guests along the way. Nothing is off limits, so prepare yourself for tears, laughter and goosebumps.

Podcasts:

 GUEST: "You have 6 months to live" Surviving Against All Odds... Daniel's Story. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 3406

In this episode of the 25StayAlive podcast, Hugo & Willy talk with Daniel Bryant about his incredible story of survival. Dan's story defies belief, and makes you realise how precious life really is. As a result of advanced testicular cancer, Dan has endured 8 major operations, 4 months of chemotherapy, over 100 nights in hospital, and due to an inoperable 20cm tumour, was devastatingly given only 6 months to live. Dan was literally lying on his death bed when he was miraculously given one last hope of survival... Be sure to subscribe and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @25StayAlive. We would love to hear from you!

 GUEST: Fighting a Brain Tumour For Over a Decade... Lucinda's Story | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 3474

In this episode Willy sits down and talks to Lucinda, an inspirational, positive and caring young lady who has been fighting a brain tumour for over 10 years. At only 17yo, Lucinda experienced a brain hemorrhage. This was just the beginning of a remarkable journey. After extensive recovery, she moved on with her life. Fast forward 10 years, and on a night out she went from thinking she pinched a nerve on the dance floor to having an emergency operation to remove a brain stem tumor. Lucinda has the biggest heart, and is a role model in the brain cancer community. Be sure to subscribe to our show and leave us a rating! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @25StayAlive. We would love to hear from you!

 How to support someone with cancer & accepting death. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 3280

In this episode, Hugo and Willy welcome back Dahlia! The three of them will give an update on their health, and answer some of your questions. As always, there will be plenty of laughs. • Do you believe everything happens for a reason, or do we just find reasons after things happen? • How do you accept death? • How do you have such a positive outlook on life? • How do you support someone who has been affected by cancer? • What habit would you like to stick to? Be sure to subscribe to our show and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @25StayAlive. We would love to hear from you!

 GUEST: Positive Psychology, Post-traumatic Growth & The Power of Habit...Dr. Jo Lukins | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 4526

What is Positive Psychology? Positive psychology is essentially the science of what goes well. It's looking at achievement, success, happiness, love, kindness and post traumatic growth. It aims to find ways to make life better for people. In this episode we talk to Dr Jo Lukins about all things positive psychology, working with the minds of professional athletes, embracing the 'suck', the power of habit, and so much more! Make sure you listen right up until the end for some take home strategies you can implement into your daily life. It is important to note that positive psychology can benefit people at different stages on the mental health spectrum, but if you are really struggling it's important to get help. Talk to friends, family or your doctor. About Dr Jo Lukins: Jo spends her day inside the heads of individuals, teams and organisations - seeking to understand what makes them tick and assisting them to reach their potential. A psychological Indiana Jones, she describes it as a truly fascinating career that she is grateful for every day. She holds a PhD in Psychology, has over 25 year's experience, and a breadth of knowledge in the sport, organizational and educational domains. Jo has worked with elite athletes and outstanding professionals (such as Johnathan Thurston) throughout her career, giving her a unique insight into the world of success. She has been acknowledged as an expert in her field, being awarded an Outstanding Alumni by James Cook University for her achievements. Jo is sought after as a presenter, interventionist and for her expertise in the media space. Her new book 'The Elite - Think Like an Athlete, Succeed Like a Champion' will be available in May 2019. "Knowing that I have made a difference in the lives of others is the 'why' of my work, and the most satisfying element of my career."

 Why cancer can lead to life, and will there ever be a cure for all cancers? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2689

In this episode Hugo and Willy answer some of your questions. • How did 25 STAY ALIVE come about? • Why did you get into podcasting? • Do you think there will be a cure for all cancers in our lifetime? • Where do you believe your cancer originated from? • How has your life changed since being diagnosed with cancer? • What do you do to relax or de-stress? • What are you currently watching on Netflix? • Who has influenced you post cancer diagnosis? Be sure to subscribe to our show and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @25StayAlive. We would love to hear from you!

 GUEST: The Optimistic Life of a Young Tetraplegic... Ben's Story | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2863

"I have 7% ability... not 93% disability." Ben is a 24yo tetraplegic, and despite only having 7% movement, he is unbelievably positive. In this emotional, yet hilariously funny interview, nothing is off limits... so prepare yourself for tears, laughter, and to be completely inspired. Be sure to subscribe to our show and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @25StayAlive. We would love to hear from you!

 GUEST: A Father's Perspective During His Son's Battle With Cancer (Hugo's Dad) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2157

It is every parents worst nightmare for their child to get cancer...let alone twice! In this emotional, yet heartwarming episode, Hugo talks to his Dad in a unique "behind the scenes" look at a father's perspective during his son's battle with cancer. Be sure to click subscribe and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @25StayAlive! Let us know what you thought of this episode, we would love to hear from you!

 DAHLIA'S STORY... Cancer, IVF, and Living With a Stoma. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2699

In this inspiring episode we talk to the amazing Dahlia, a 27-year-old who is fighting advanced bowel cancer. We talk all things cancer, chemo, IVF, living with a stoma, and everything in between. Dahlia's lively personality and positive outlook on life is infectious... and she has a smile that can light up a room. ----- Be sure to subscribe to our show and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @25StayAlive. We would love to hear from you!

 HUGO'S STORY...One Nut, Half a Gut - Fighting Cancer Twice. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2405

Hugo is a 27-year-old Captain in the Australian Army and 2 x cancer survivor. In this inspiring episode of survival and heartbreak, Hugo will open up about what it was like to go through two different types of cancer in his twenties, and why he is now committed in raising awareness to other young men and women that they are not invincible. ---------- Be sure to subscribe to our show and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @25StayAlive. We would love to hear from you!

 WILLY'S STORY...From Afghanistan to Brain Cancer. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 2662

Matt "Willy" Williams is a 22 year old infantryman in the Australian Army who is currently living with incurable brain cancer. In the first episode of the 25StayAlive podcast, we will explore his inspiring story of survival, heartbreak, and passion in wanting to help others. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @25StayAlive. We would love to hear from you!

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