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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.

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Prostate Cancer – How It Affected Our Marriage

August 12, 2025 • Elverage • Season 3 • Episode 7

In this episode of PROSTATE CANCER: REAL TALK, Shannon and Tony Mekeel return to share the deeper story of how prostate cancer shaped their marriage. With Tony now in remission, the couple reflects on the emotional highs and lows that came with his diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.

They open up about the challenges they faced in intimacy, communication, and daily life, and how these experiences tested — and ultimately strengthened — their bond. Their conversation offers a candid look at the impact of cancer on both partners in a relationship.

Through honesty, humor, and mutual support, Shannon and Tony show that even in the most difficult seasons, love and resilience can prevail. This is a heartfelt discussion for couples navigating life during and after prostate cancer.