150: Making Every Day Count: Malcolm’s Road to Recovery

150: Making Every Day Count: Malcolm’s Road to Recovery

In this episode of The Penis Project Podcast, I have a chat with Malcolm, a 60 year old scientist who was diagnosed with prostate cancer two years ago. Malcolm candidly shares his post prostatectomy experience, elevated Gleason scores and the need for ongoing radiation therapy post-surgery.

He also reflects on his lifelong role as being the one standing strong when everyone else falls down, and the significant adjustment it was to allow himself the rest and care he truly needed.

While his journey hasn’t been all sunshine and sometimes plunged him into low moments, he reflects on the necessity of surrendering the constant need for total control. Instead, he learned to trust his medical team and take action where he could.

Malcolm shared some wisdom that resonated with me during our chat. He said something that I think many can take to heart if faced with the challenges of cancer and fears for the future: "Don't let cancer make your decisions for you".

  • Summary (Outline Only)

The topics discussed in today's podcast include:

  • Exercise as medicine
  • Starting antidepressants
  • Preparing for radiation
  • A shift in mindset
  • Turning off the scientist brain
  • Drug trials and hormone treatment
  • The impact on family and friends
  • The importance of a good support network
  • Revaluating life after a cancer diagnosis

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217: The Partner Perspective After Prostate Cancer: Carlotta Thomas on Love, Communication and Intimacy

217: The Partner Perspective After Prostate Cancer: Carlotta Thomas on Love, Communication and Intimacy

Host: Melissa Hadley Barrett   Guest: Carlotta Thomas   Category: Partner Support | Prostate Cancer | Intimacy and Sexuality | Penile Rehabilitation   Episode Summary: Prostate cancer does not just a...

24 Maalis 48min

216: Penile Fillers, HoleTox & The Art of Male Aesthetics with Injector Chris (Lushful Aesthetics)

216: Penile Fillers, HoleTox & The Art of Male Aesthetics with Injector Chris (Lushful Aesthetics)

In this eye-opening episode of The Penis Project Podcast, Melissa chats with Chris Bustamante—better known online as Injector Chris — a New York and San Diego–based Nurse Practitioner who has become o...

10 Maalis 1h 11min

215: Intimacy, Embodiment & Becoming the One: A Conversation with Allana Pratt

215: Intimacy, Embodiment & Becoming the One: A Conversation with Allana Pratt

In this episode of The Penis Project Podcast, Melissa is joined by internationally recognised intimacy expert and relationship coach Allana Pratt for a wide-ranging conversation about emotional healin...

24 Helmi 59min

214: When Prostate Cancer Affects the Partner: Rachel’s Story of Intimacy, Grief & Connection

214: When Prostate Cancer Affects the Partner: Rachel’s Story of Intimacy, Grief & Connection

In this an honest and emotional episode of The Penis Project Podcast, Melissa and Kate shift the spotlight to a voice that is far too often missing in prostate cancer conversations — the partner.  Rac...

10 Helmi 57min

213: Swinging, Connection & Consent (with “George & Mildred” + Guest Host Kira)

213: Swinging, Connection & Consent (with “George & Mildred” + Guest Host Kira)

In this candid and surprising episode, Melissa is joined by guest host Kira and anonymous guests “George and Mildred” for a deep dive into their relationship story, how menopause and erectile dysfunct...

27 Tammi 1h

212: Never Mind My Bollocks: Talking Vasectomy, Masculinity & Myths

212: Never Mind My Bollocks: Talking Vasectomy, Masculinity & Myths

Let’s talk bollocks — literally. In this candid and funny episode of The Penis Project Podcast, Melissa chats with Kurt Brookes and James McConnell, co-hosts of the bold new podcast Never Mind My Boll...

13 Tammi 48min

211 - Talking About Sex Shouldn’t Be Taboo – A Global Perspective with Sangeeth Sebastian

211 - Talking About Sex Shouldn’t Be Taboo – A Global Perspective with Sangeeth Sebastian

In this special episode of The Penis Project Podcast, the tables are turned — and Melissa Hadley Barrett is the one being interviewed!  Joining her is Sangeeth Sebastian, a journalist and sexuality wr...

30 Joulu 20251h 22min

210: Merry Christmas and wrap up for 2025

210: Merry Christmas and wrap up for 2025

In this special Christmas edition of The Penis Project Podcast, Melissa is joined by members of the Restorative Health Clinic team for a candid, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt look back at the year...

16 Joulu 202522min

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