Welcome to the first episode of PC Chat with Wes!

I’m Wes Verhoef — a husband, dad, and just a regular guy who got hit with something unexpected: prostate cancer. In this new podcast, I’m getting real about what life is like before, during, and after diagnosis.

No sugarcoating. No confusing medical jargon. Just honest conversation about the physical, emotional, and relational impact of prostate cancer — plus the side effects no one warns you about, including depression.

In this episode, Sarah and I talk about why I started this podcast, what you can expect from it, and why it’s time men have a real, supportive community to share their stories.

💬 Topics We Cover:

Why “Oh good, it’s just prostate cancer” is a harmful myth

The questions we didn’t even know to ask our doctors

How cancer changes your marriage, identity, and mental health

Why depression is so common after treatment

Building a space for men to talk openly and honestly

If you’ve been through prostate cancer, know someone who has, or want to support someone going through it — this is for you.

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome to PC Chat with Wes: Why I’m starting this podcast

00:46 – A tough day turns into action: the push to hit record

02:23 – The real reason I’m passionate about this topic

04:44 – “Oh good, it’s just prostate cancer” – why that’s wrong

06:51 – What to expect from this podcast: length, format, and guests

08:22 – Why some episodes may not be family-friendly

09:21 – My diagnosis, surgery, and the road to recovery

11:11 – The link between prostate cancer and depression

12:24 – Men’s need for real conversation and community

13:17 – Immediate impact: a friend shares his own connection to cancer

15:03 – Invitation to connect, ask questions, and share your story

16:02 – Closing thoughts: You’re not broken

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