Dr. Matthew Kutz on Resilience, Faith & Leadership Through Cancer

Send us Fan MailDr. Matthew Kutz, a global leadership expert, scholar, and prostate cancer survivor, joins Sid Bensalah for a powerful and candid conversation about identity, resilience, and faith in the face of real suffering. Diagnosed with advanced metastatic cancer, Matt shares how pain became a teacher and how purpose deepened through adversity.He shares his initial shock, a shift in his mindset, and how faith, family, and community help him navigate dark times. Using personal stories and biblical examples like Joseph and David, Matt reflects on HOPE, emotional growth, and the courage to keep moving forward.Through his EPIC framework and his cancer support foundation, Battle for the Bulge, Matt demonstrates how leadership and vulnerability can coexist. He also discusses emotional intimacy in marriage, staying grounded as a father, and how suffering can shape a legacy.00:00 Introduction and Catching Up00:26 The Last 5K and Prostate Cancer Diagnosis01:31 Joseph's Story and Its Lessons03:40 Personal Reflections on Pain and Faith08:24 Matt's Journey: From Diagnosis to Treatment15:05 The Emotional Impact of Cancer20:00 Facing the Reality of Cancer Spread28:32 Hope, Faith, and Overcoming Adversity33:53 David and Goliath: Drawing Strength from Stories36:43 The Lions and Bears List: Finding Strength in Past Victories39:10 Community Support and Sharing Stories40:23 Introduction to the Epic Framework40:41 Facing the Reality of Cancer Treatment43:24 Turning Adversity into Opportunity45:06 The Birth of 'Becoming Epic.'54:42 Battle for the Bulge: A Prostate Cancer Foundation58:14 The Importance of Community and Support01:05:37 Mindset Shift: From Coach to Patient01:25:37 Marriage Advice: The Importance of Intimacy01:36:52 Faith Through Adversity01:59:44 Lightning Round: Quick Insights02:02:34 Final Thoughts and FarewellIf this conversation moved you or gave you perspective, consider supporting the show. Fuel our Mission Support the show☞ Stay Connected with Pre-Zero Sports Talk!Join host Sid Bensalah and the Pre-Zero Sports Talk community for real conversations beyond the game, where sport meets leadership, faith, performance, purpose, identity, community, and impact.Follow & Engage 🔹 Spotify Video → Watch Full Episodes🔹 YouTube → Subscribe & Join the Conversation🔹 X → @PreZeroST🔹 Instagram → @PreZeroSportsTalk🔹 LinkedIn → Connect with the Community🔹 TikTok → @PreZeroSportsTalk🔹 Substack → Get Exclusive UpdatesYour Voice Matters!🎤 Got feedback or a topic idea?We’d love to hear from you → Send your thoughts here💡 Support the Podcast 👉 Donate.