The If You Are My Brothers Podcast

The If You Are My Brothers Podcast

If You Are My Brothers podcast is a companion piece to the documentary and outreach project that follows the journey of two African-American men with prostate cancer. Ralph Franklin is a real estate lawyer with a PSA of 100 and a prognosis of death. While chronicling Ralph’s story, Reggie Hicks, the producer of the documentary, is also diagnosed with the disease. Now, this one story evolves into two intricately intertwined stories: two men with their own challenges and two men with a common bond of brotherhood and hope.

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December 24, 2025 47 mins

Episode Show Notes

Guest: David Moffett (Prostate cancer survivor, U.S. Marine veteran, founder/advocate)

Host: Reggie Hicks

Theme: Breaking the silence around prostate cancer, survivorship, side effects, and building support systems

Episode Summary

Reggie Hicks closes out the final show of 2025 with a candid, survivor-centered conversation featuring David Moffett, a Marine veteran, husband, father, and grandfather whose life chan...

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When a man hears the words “You have prostate cancer,” everything stops — but your next steps don’t have to be confusing. In this powerful episode of If You Are My Brothers, host Reggie Hicks sits down with renowned radiation oncologist Dr. James Benton, President of Radiotherapy Clinics of Georgia, to break down prostate cancer treatment with honesty, clarity, and hope. Whether you're newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one, or ex...

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Most men don’t talk about prostate health until something goes wrong. But nutrition, movement, stress management, and small daily habits can dramatically influence prostate health—before, during, and after cancer treatment. 

In this special holiday-season episode of the If You Are My Brothers Podcast, host Reggie Hicks sits down with two experienced oncology dietitians—Valerie Buckley and Alison Sturgill—to break down the myths, tr...

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Prostate cancer doesn’t just affect the body — it challenges identity, relationships, intimacy, confidence, and emotional well-being. Yet too often, men face these struggles in silence. In this powerful episode of the If You Are My Brothers Podcast, host Reggie Hicks sits down with Max McMahon, LICSW — a clinician who has worked closely with men and their families at the world-renowned Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, helping them nav...
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What happens when the interviewer becomes the interviewee? In this special live episode, host and prostate cancer survivor Reggie Hicks steps from behind the camera to the center of the conversation — answering questions sent directly from listeners, brothers, caregivers, and men who are quietly wondering… “Could this be me?” Originally scheduled with guest David Moffett — this episode takes an intimate, unexpected turn after a las...

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Guest: Dr. Cara Cimmino, Associate Professor of Urology, Emory University School of Medicine

Host: Reggie Hicks

Live Streamed: October 9, 2025 @ 7 pm (EDT)

Available on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major podcast platforms

Episode Summary

Erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence are two of the most common — yet least discussed — potential risks after prostate cancer treatment. In this honest, transparent, and info...

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In this episode of If You Are My Brothers, host Reggie Hicks steps into the guest chair for a candid conversation with producer Dani about his own prostate cancer journey. Reggie breaks the silence around men’s health, reminding us that silence can be deadly. Together, they tackle every part of the experience — from difficult treatment decisions to the realities of side effects like fatigue, incontinence, and erectile dysfunction. ...
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On this episode, The Science of Prostate Cancer: Breakthroughs on the Horizon," Host Reggie Hicks and Dr. Robert Gatenby break down how evolution-informed adaptive therapy can outsmart resistance in metastatic prostate cancer—extending control, reducing toxicity, and pointing toward a future where prostate cancer is managed like a chronic condition. Tune in for practical questions to ask your oncologist, real trial insights, and a ...

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This is the second episode in our four-part series during Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Today’s conversation is titled “Rethinking Prostate Cancer: Equity, Innovation, and Hope” with Dr. Shaun Owens. Together, we’ll explore the challenges and opportunities in advancing prostate cancer equity, the role of technology in decision-making, and what the future holds for prevention and education.

Dr. Shaun Owens, associate professor at...

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In this special episode of If You Are My Brothers, host Reggie Hicks launches a month-long series in recognition of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Since 2003, when President George W. Bush officially proclaimed September as National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the importance of early detection, screening, and understanding risk factors has remained critical.

This episode, titled “Every Stage, Every Challenge, Every Triumph: ...

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains content of a mature nature. Please listen accordingly.

Welcome to the “If You Are My Brothers Podcast,” a space where we engage in meaningful conversations about prostate cancer. In this episode, host Reggie Hicks is joined by his wife and caregiver, Anita Stokes Hicks, to talk about how their relationship as a couple has evolved since his prostate cancer diagnosis.

Join us as we discuss openl...

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June 26, 2025 35 mins

Welcome to the premiere episode of the *If You Are My Brothers Podcast*, a space where we engage in meaningful conversations about prostate cancer. In this episode, host Reggie Hicks, a prostate cancer survivor, is joined by his lifelong friend and fraternity brother, Eric Chaney, who has recently been diagnosed with the disease and is currently under active surveillance.

Join us as we delve into Eric's journey, exploring his anxie...

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Welcome to the introduction episode to the " If You Are My Brothers Podcast, a companion piece to the documentary and media engagement project, If You Are My Brothers that follows the journey of two African-American men with prostate cancer. Ralph Franklin, the real estate lawyer with a PSA of 100 and a prognosis of death, meets a physician who helps prepare him to live and not die. While chronicling Ralph's story, Reggie Hicks, th...

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