Awake with JMak
No one gets to choose how long they live; but we all get a choice in how we live. This is a story about hope that will make you look at each day differently. Jason Makaroff, JMak, is 47 years old with a wife and two beautiful kids. In May of 2021, he was told he had stage 4 pancreatic cancer. To most, this would feel like a death sentence. Jason says it's bringing him to life. He refuses to operate on timelines or statistics. JMak is focused on making the most of the time he's given. Follow along as he fights cancer, faces his fears, and taps into a faith he didn't know was in him.
Episodes
15 episodes
Laura in Lima Pt. 2
JMak's wife Laura had an incredible trip to Lima over Easter weekend. In part 2 of this podcast, Laura talks about the significance of Lima in JMak's life, and we share a special announcement with you.
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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18:30
Laura in Lima Pt. 1
Easter represents new life, and that's what JMak's wife Laura is experiencing. In this episode, Laura goes back to Lima to visit with the people who meant so much to JMak and to let them know that JMak's legacy is alive and will continue to mov...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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21:31
Love Connection
Laura updates us on how she and the kids are doing, gives some exciting details about an event she is planning to honor JMak, and thanks those who have taken the time to reach out to her over the past month.
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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31:54
Launching into Eternity
Earlier this week, JMak launched into eternity surrounded by friends and family. He taught us so much over the past eight months, and even though he was the one diagnosed with a terminal illness, he demonstrated to all of us what it really mean...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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33:53
The Kids
Up to this point, we have heard from many people who love JMak. But now, it's time to hear from two of the most important - his boys. In this episode, 11-year old Timothy and 9-year old Jonathan tell us what they love about their dad, the thing...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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26:57
JMak's Decision Pt. 2
In a heartfelt episode, JMak's wife Laura talks about their decision to discontinue chemotherapy, and she updates us on how the kids are handling JMak's diagnosis.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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22:14
JMak's Decision Pt. 1
JMak makes a decision that will change the course of his cancer journey. In this episode, he sits down with his coach to talk about that decision and the faith and courage required to make it.
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28:21
JMak's Back
It has been a difficult couple of months for JMak as he continues his journey living with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. It's why we haven't released a podcast in a while. First, he had a life-threatening blood infection. Then, some nasty side effe...
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22:25
Mom & Dad
JMak's parents came to visit for the first time since he was diagnosed with cancer. It was a beautiful week and for the first time, JMak was able to open his heart and share with his mom and dad how much they mean to him.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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27:47
Giving Your Best
JMak's looking to take advantage of every opportunity he has right now. He realizes there is no time to waste. When he doesn't give his very best and live life to the fullest, JMak is thankful he has a friend and a coach to point it out.&...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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27:24
Life Coach
JMak's cancer journey is not an easy one to walk. Fortunately for him, he's had someone who's been with him each step of the way. In episode 5 we introduce you to JMak's life coach. He's known JMak for 19 years and has supported him with his jo...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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24:24
Lima
JMak has always been inspired by watching others achieve their dreams. In episode 4, we take you to Lima, Peru to tell you the story of Brothers Bakery International. JMak helped establish the business to help others, but he did not realize how...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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22:00
Friendship
It was a really hard week for JMak. Multiple hospital visits, another blood infection, and a flooded basement. JMak's best friend was with him through all of it. What happened between them this week brought their 20-year friendship to a place t...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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23:21