The Rock Bottom Podcast
Welcome to The Rock Bottom Podcast presented by Jigsaw Health—where we share health horror stories that inspire.
Each episode, we explore raw, unfiltered journeys of survival—experiences that will inspire, educate, and remind you that no matter how low you feel, there’s always a way up
The Rock Bottom Podcast
"Three Days to Live": Joey Raats | EP12
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Former pro hockey player Joey Raats was told he had just three days to live after a diagnosis of metastatic testicular cancer.
In this powerful conversation, he shares how faith, intuition, and sheer determination helped him fight back — from the ice rink to the ICU and beyond. Joey reflects on his hockey beginnings, the shock of a terminal prognosis, the toll of chemotherapy, his turn toward holistic healing, and the spiritual awakening that reshaped his life.
Disclaimer: This episode shares one person’s experience. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified health professional for guidance on medical care.
Follow Joey Raats
Instagram: @raatsy44
Twitter/X: @VegasRat
Website: bio3ozone.com
Rock Bottom Podcast is sponsored by: Jigsaw Health
Chapters
00:00 – Intro
00:09 – Hockey career and early pain signs
00:10:01 – The first tumor discovery
00:13:09 – The terminal diagnosis
00:14:01 – Choosing chemo and the fear of treatment
00:18:10 – Life inside the Mayo Clinic
00:21:03 – Losing himself completely
00:26:17 – Deciding to stop chemo
00:30:51 – Nutrition, fasting, and faith
00:32:08 – Ozone and vitamin C therapy
00:34:11 – Launching Bio3 Ozone with his wife
00:35:23 – Leaving Mayo Clinic for good
00:37:43 – Finding balance between medicine and faith
00:41:03 – “What Diagnosis?” — his wife’s idea and spiritual growth
00:43:57 – Breathwork and rebuilding his body
00:46:40 – The moment of surrender
00:54:33 – “Every cell chose to survive”
00:56:04 – Recovery through walking and discipline
00:57:37 – What caused his cancer?
00:59:02 – Closing reflections and gratitude
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