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The Human Reboot ProjectThe Aloha Episode with Savio P. ClementeFor Episode 12 of The Human Reboot Project, I sat down with Savio P. Clemente, a man who didn't just hit the reset button—he rewired the whole machine. Savio is a board-certified wellness coach, author, and a two-time cancer survivor who views his recent stem cell transplant not merely as a medical procedure, but as a literal "medical rebirth."
We dive deep into his journey from a stage 3 Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma diagnosis at age 38 to a brutal relapse ten years later. Savio opens up about the reality of a stem cell transplant—which gave him a second birthd...
2026-01-281h 08The Human Reboot ProjectIntentional with Megan HottmanCan Being Hit by a Truck Really be one of the Best Things that Ever Happened to a Person?
For Episode 11 of The Human Reboot Project, I sat down with a true force of nature: Megan Hottman. Megan is a national champion cyclist, an attorney, an author, and a woman who has redesigned her life around the philosophy of "hell yes or it's a no".
We dove deep into the concept of intentional living. Megan shared how she transitioned from the grind of a traditional legal career to a life of "van life" and advocacy...
2026-01-161h 38The Human Reboot ProjectA Skater, a Skier, & a Cyclist - Surviving & ThrivingFor Episode 9 of The Human Reboot Project, I sat down with a trio of survivors who turned a diagnosis into a documentary. Meet Alejandro Daza, Christina Fisher, and Jeff Meskey—the stars of the AbbVie-sponsored film from Encompass Films, Second Winds.
We dive deep into the reality of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). If you’ve ever heard the medical term "watch and wait," you know it feels less like patience and more like holding a live grenade. My guests open up about that psychological burden, the confusion of being told you have the...
2026-01-141h 18The Human Reboot ProjectMovement as Medicine with Steph LightfootMeet Steph Lightfoot: British expat, mother of twins, trail runner in the French Alps, and a powerful force in the world of exercise oncology.
In this inspiring episode, host Jay Middleton speaks with Steph about her journey through a 2021 breast cancer diagnosis. Steph shares her candid and intense experience with treatment—including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, a double mastectomy, and a crash menopause—and how she redefined her recovery.
Steph turned movement into her medicine, committing to a daily walking ritual through the darkest days of chemo and even cycling 100 kilometers just three weeks...
2026-01-071h 06The Human Reboot ProjectBrewing Resilience with Karen Hertz of Holidaily BrewingWe usually talk to endurance athletes on The Human Reboot Project, but today we are bucking that trend to sit down with a different kind of champion: Karen Hertz, Founder and Chief Brewista of Holidaily Brewing.
After surviving back-to-back diagnoses of melanoma and thyroid cancer in her 30s, Karen was given a strict recommendation to adopt a gluten-free diet. Unwilling to give up the camaraderie of a cold beer, she decided to create her own solution. Today, Holidaily is one of only 17 dedicated gluten-free breweries in the U.S. and fresh off a Gold Medal win at...
2025-12-2251 minThe Human Reboot ProjectRadiation & Chemo Can’t Stop this PCT Thru-Hiker, Dean GayAlready an accomplished long distance hiker, Dean found his plans to hike the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) upended when he was diagnosed with head & neck cancer.
It would take more than six weeks of daily radiation and chemotherapy to slow him down. In fact Dean’s diagnosis provided him with additional purposed as he chose to use the hike to help raise awareness of head and neck cancer and SPOHNC (Support for People with Oral and Head Cancer)
Take a listen as we dive into not only the challenges of hiking the PCT, but also the...
2025-12-171h 03The Human Reboot ProjectGarth Prosser - Part 2 An OG Legend of the Leadville 100 MTB and Ultra-Mountain BikingOne episodes is not enough to contain all that is Garth Prosser. Sit back and enjoy round two of my interview with Garth
In this episode, we dig deeper into Garth's cancer diagnosis. This interview is a must for anyone who is faced with their own diagnosis. Garth talks about confronting his own fears and moving through them.
To finish the Leadville 100 MTB Trail Race once is an accomplishment unto itself but what about finishing it twenty three times?
In today’s episode of The Human Reboot Project I sit down with former Sp...
2025-12-101h 14The Human Reboot ProjectGarth Prosser - An OG Legend of the Leadville 100 MTB and Ultra-Mountain Biking Part 1To finish the Leadville 100 MTB Trail Race once is an accomplishment unto itself but what about finishing it twenty three times?
In today’s episode of The Human Reboot Project, I sit down with former Specialized and Cannondale athlete Garth Prosser for a two part interview to talk about what it takes to complete the Leadville 100 MTB Trail Race twenty three times, dealing with and coming back from colon cancer and how one goes about becoming a legend of ultra-mountain bike and gravel racing.
A shout out to Garth for being so wi...
2025-12-0357 minThe Human Reboot ProjectHeidi Gurov - Rally Cars, Competitive Cycling, and the Big Monkey WrenchWelcome to The Human Reboot Project, where we connect with inspiring individuals who have faced major life challenges—or "monkey wrenches"—and chosen to pick themselves up and keep moving forward.
In this episode, we sit down with Heidi Gurov, a former rally car racer, competitive cyclist, and adventurer. Heidi is a true testament to resilience, having documented her thrilling journeys in her popular blogs, Heidi Rides Bikes and The Adventuring Heidi.
We dive into her incredible career trajectory, from the adrenaline rush of rally car racing to the grit of compet...
2025-11-261h 08The Human Reboot ProjectTom Strause Four Time World Single Speed Time Trial ChampionWelcome to the very first episode of The Human Reboot Project where we meet world cycling champion Tom Strause.
An accomplished cyclist before his diagnosis, cancer provided a set back but hasn’t slowed Tom down.
Tom Strause is a Stage 2 Head & Neck Cancer survivor and thriver. Hear his remarkable story as a five time Leadville 100 MTB finisher. He also owns four 24 hour Single Speed Time Trial world records.
World Ultra Cycling Association -
https://ultracycling.com
2025-11-1851 minThe Human Reboot ProjectKam Krull - Knocked Down but not Out!Kamden Krull - Speaker, Storyteller,Philanthropist and Cancer Survivor All Before Her 21st Birthday
When most teenagers are thinking about graduation and attending college, Kamden Krull, was faced with the daunting task of surviving a rare form of cancer, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
In our conversation we discuss the power of family, the need to give back and training for the Leadville 100 MTB 2026.
Kam’s Blog
https://kamchow.com
Kam on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/kamdenakrull/
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2025-11-181h 00The Human Reboot ProjectAnita Coyle - Widow, Podcaster, Ultra Athlete and MomWhat do you do if you find yourself a window at thirty eight, dealing with cancer and trying to raise four children on your own?
If you're Anita Coyle you compete in the XTERRA World Championships, race the Leadville 100 MTB and start a podcast to support other widows.
On this episode of The Human Reboot Project we sit down with Anita to understand why nine months after her husband passed away unexpectedly, she decided to start a podcast, Widow We Do Now, with her friend and fellow young widow, Mel Shore....
2025-11-1257 minThe Human Reboot ProjectAnita Coyle - Widow, Podcaster, Ultra Athlete and MomWhat do you do if you find yourself a window at thirty eight, dealing with cancer and trying to raise four children on your own?
If you're Anita Coyle you compete in the XTERRA World Championships, race the Leadville 100 MTB and start a podcast to support other widows.
On this episode of The Human Reboot Project we sit down with Anita to understand why nine months after her husband passed away unexpectedly, she decided to start a podcast, Widow We Do Now, with her friend and fellow young widow, Mel Shore....
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The Human Reboot ProjectTom Strause Four Time World Single Speed Time Trial ChampionWelcome to the very first episode of The Human Reboot Project where we meet world cycling champion Tom Strause.
An accomplished cyclist before his diagnosis, cancer provided a set back but hasn’t slowed Tom down.
Tom Strause is a Stage 2 Head & Neck Cancer survivor and thriver. Hear his remarkable story as a five time Leadville 100 MTB finisher. He also owns four 24 hour Single Speed Time Trial world records.
World Ultra Cycling Association
https://ultracycling.com
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