PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK™

We are here to create a supportive community of prostate cancer survivors. A place where we can discuss the real-life coping methods from the perspective of Shay and El, a real-life married couple who will take us inside of the relationship that lives on the inside of a prostate cancer diagnosis.

PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK™ is a health podcast hosted by Elverage, with 77 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Elverage hosts PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK™, a health show with 77 episodes published.

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  Episode #18

  Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage for Cancer Patients

  Aug 18, 202623 minS4

  What should you know about Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage when facing cancer? In this episode of PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK, El and Shay welcome back Joanna Doran, a cancer rights attorney, author, and advocate with more than 30 years of experience helping people understand the practical and legal issues that can accompany a cancer diagnosis. Joanna discusses important differences patients and caregivers should understand when evaluating Medicare and Medicare Advantage, including coverage, costs, access to providers, and navigating insurance decisions. She also explains why understanding your health insurance can become especially important when specialized care, ongoing appointments, and additional services are involved. As co-founder and CEO of Triage Cancer, a national nonprofit providing free educational resources to people affected by cancer and their caregivers, Joanna helps make complicated insurance topics easier to understand. This conversation provides practical information for anyone trying to make more informed decisions about healthcare coverage and cancer care. www.prostatecancerrealtalk.com

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  Episode #17

  Couples Deal With Intimacy After Prostate Cancer Treatment (Part 2)

  Aug 11, 202625 minS4

  How can couples rebuild intimacy after prostate cancer treatment ? In Part 2 of this conversation on PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK , El and Shay continue their discussion with Antonio Aguilar-Diaz, PhD , exploring how changes following treatment can affect intimacy, emotional connection, and the relationship between partners. Aguilar-Diaz discusses the challenges men may experience as physical changes collide with long-held ideas about masculinity, confidence, and identity. He also explores how fear, frustration, and silence can create distance between partners when these difficult subjects are left unspoken. This conversation focuses on helping couples move toward honest communication, emotional closeness, understanding, and renewed connection . For couples navigating changes in intimacy after prostate cancer, this episode offers perspective on facing those challenges together rather than allowing them to create greater distance. www.prostatecancerrealtalk.com

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  Episode #16

  Why I Decided to Have Penile Implant Surgery (Part 3)

  Aug 4, 202632 minS4

  Why would someone consider penile implant surgery after prostate cancer treatment? In the final installment of this 3 Part series on PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK, Dell and Vonn continue sharing their journey, focusing on the treatment-related changes that affected intimacy and influenced Dell’s decision to pursue a penile implant. Dell discusses the thought process behind his decision, the concerns he had, and why he felt surgery was the right next step for him. Vonn also shares her perspective as his partner, highlighting the importance of honest communication and making decisions together when prostate cancer affects a couple’s intimate relationship. By speaking openly about a subject many men are uncomfortable discussing, Dell and Vonn offer a real couple’s perspective on erectile dysfunction, recovery, and intimacy after prostate cancer treatment. This episode may help men and their partners better understand why someone might consider a penile implant and prepare for conversations with their medical team. www.prostatecancerrealtalk.com

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  Episode #15

  Androgen Deprivation Therapy Side Effects Were The Worst Part Of My Prostate Cancer Treatment (Part 2)

  Jul 28, 202618 minS4

  How can androgen deprivation therapy side effects affect life during and after prostate cancer treatment? In Part 2 of this conversation on PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK , El and Shay continue their discussion with Dell and Vonn about why ADT was the most difficult part of Dell’s treatment experience. Dell shares his perspective on the physical and emotional changes associated with hormone therapy, while Vonn discusses the experience from a partner’s point of view. Together, they reflect on how treatment affected daily life, confidence, intimacy, communication, and their relationship as a couple. By openly sharing their journey, Dell and Vonn help bring attention to the challenges that are not always discussed before prostate cancer treatment begins. This episode offers encouragement and a real-life couple’s perspective for men and partners navigating ADT, recovery, and life after treatment. www.prostatecancerrealtalk.com

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  Episode #14

  Prostate Cancer Diagnosis: Why I Chose Radiation Instead of Surgery (Part 1)

  Jul 21, 202626 minS4

  Why would someone choose radiation therapy instead of surgery after a prostate cancer diagnosis? In this episode of PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK , El and Shay welcome Dell , a prostate cancer survivor, and his partner, Vonn , as they share their personal experience navigating treatment decisions following his early detection in 2024. Dell and Vonn discuss the factors that influenced their decision to pursue radiation treatment and the importance of understanding all available options when facing a prostate cancer diagnosis. They offer an honest look at the conversations, emotions, and considerations that helped guide their journey. Committed to breaking the stigma surrounding prostate cancer recovery and intimacy, Dell and Vonn openly share their story to help educate and encourage others. This episode is a reminder that every patient's journey is unique and that informed, individualized treatment decisions matter. www.prostatecancerrealtalk.com

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