He was told it was an infection. It was testicular cancer.

Steve Hoskins is a wheelchair-racing coach living with cerebral palsy who noticed a small swelling just weeks before heading out to support his athletes at the Paris Paralympics. What followed was a GP misdiagnosis, an agonising 999 call, a moment at A&E that told him something was seriously wrong before any doctor did, and weeks of uncertainty before a diagnosis of a mixed germ cell tumour.

In this episode, Steve talks openly about:

• The early symptoms he almost ignored
• Why he had to seek a private second opinion to be taken seriously
• What surgery, chemotherapy, and recovery were really like
• The mental toll of waiting for follow-up results
• A possible childhood risk factor for testicular cancer that current screening misses entirely
• How he was back on his bike within a month of finishing chemo

If you or someone you know has noticed a change and been putting off getting it checked, this episode is for you.

Check One Two is a Cahonas Podcast, sharing real stories from testicular cancer survivors and advocates to raise awareness, support early detection, and make sure no one has to face this alone. Cahonas is a leading charity dedicated to testicular cancer awareness, education, and support.

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In this episode of Check One Two, Paul sits down with professional golfer Matthew Southgate to talk about his testicular cancer journey, life on the golf course, and why he now uses his platform to help others.

Matthew was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2015 at just 26 years old, at a time when his golf career was beginning to take off. After surgery and recovery, he returned to the sport he loved — but found himself facing a different challenge: being known as a cancer survivor as much as a golfer.

In this honest conversation, Matthew talks about the fear and uncertainty of a cancer diagnosis, the mental impact of being labelled a survivor, the pressure of elite sport, and how golf became a place of focus and healing.

We discuss the importance of checking yourself, trusting medical professionals, making healthcare accessible for men, and why sports clubs can play such an important role in encouraging conversations around men’s health.

A powerful conversation about resilience, perspective, kindness, and using your experience to help others.

🎙️ Check One Two — real stories, honest conversations, and raising awareness one episode at a time.

In this episode, Stefan Ogilvie shares his testicular cancer journey — from finding a lump and facing surgery to undergoing chemotherapy and coping with the emotional toll.

He talks about recovery, long-term side effects like neuropathy and tinnitus, and his ongoing efforts to raise awareness (including using a purple testicular cancer duck) to encourage men to check themselves and seek prompt medical help.

In this episode of Check One Two, we’re joined by David King, who shares his recent and deeply personal experience with testicular cancer following his diagnosis in October 2025.

David talks openly about noticing subtle changes, navigating appointments, surgery, chemotherapy, and the mental weight of hearing words like cancer, tumour, Beatson, and chemo for the first time. His story is a powerful reflection on the anxiety of the unknown, the fear of what might happen, and how often that fear can feel worse than the reality itself.

We also discuss the lack of clear information available to men at the point of diagnosis, the emotional impact on family and friends, body image, recovery, and why open conversations like this matter so much. David’s honesty, humour, and growing passion for advocacy make this a moving and important listen.

A raw, reassuring, and inspiring episode about awareness, resilience, and speaking up.

In this powerful episode of Check One Two, we sit down with Chris Russell, a Scottish dad whose life was turned upside down by a devastating cancer diagnosis that left him unable to eat and fighting through intense treatment.

Chris opens up about the moment he knew something wasn’t right, the physical and emotional toll of his diagnosis, and how it’s impacted his family and day-to-day life. But this isn’t just a story about struggle — it’s about resilience, determination, and refusing to be defined by cancer.

We also talk about why sharing real stories matters, the importance of early detection, and the conversations that could ultimately save lives.

A raw, honest, and inspiring listen.

Andrew Beverly joins Check One Two to share his powerful and honest journey through testicular cancer.

From the moment he first noticed something wasn’t right, to diagnosis, surgery, and recovery, Andrew opens up about the physical and emotional realities of facing cancer head on. He talks candidly about the fear, the waiting, the conversations no one is prepared for, and the people who helped him through it all.

This episode explores early signs, the importance of getting checked, and how resilience, humour, and strong support networks can make all the difference. Andrew also reflects on returning to rugby, rebuilding confidence, and why speaking up could save lives.

A raw, real, and inspiring conversation about courage, awareness, and not taking life for granted.

Sean opens up about his own experience, sharing what it’s like navigating something so personal while also training in a profession where he’s expected to care for others. It’s an honest, down-to-earth chat about awareness, early detection, and the reality of hearing the words no one expects.

We talk about the gaps in knowledge, even within healthcare, and why conversations around testicular cancer still aren’t happening enough – especially among young men.

This episode is all about breaking that silence. No jargon. No awkwardness. Just real talk, a few laughs, and the kind of conversation that might actually make someone check themselves.

Because knowing your body isn’t weird – it’s important.

Todd Whiteford of The Good Coffee Cartel — and a x2 testicular cancer survivor — takes over hosting duties to interview Paul McCaffery, the usual host of the podcast and Community Engagement Officer at Cahonas Scotland.

In an honest and open conversation, Todd and Paul talk about lived experience, stigma, and why real, straight-talking conversations matter when it comes to testicular cancer. From community work to personal journeys, this episode digs into what it’s really like to be on both sides of the mic — and on both sides of the conversation.

It’s a powerful role reversal filled with empathy, humour, and insight, showing how shared experiences and open dialogue can help break down barriers and get people talking about the things that still don’t get spoken about enough.