Trails of Resilience: Reclaiming Strength After Stage 3 Cancer with Kendra Torres

Trails of Resilience: Reclaiming Strength After Stage 3 Cancer with Kendra Torres

Trails of Resilience: Reclaiming Strength After Stage 3 Cancer with Kendra Torres   What does it look like to face a multi-cancer diagnosis, battle through treatment and choose to fight your way back onto the singletrack? In this episode of The Human Reboot Project, I sit down with Boise, Idaho native and absolute powerhouse Kendra Torres. Kendra is a survivor of stage 3C ovarian cancer, breast cancer, and melanoma. We dive deep into the grueling reality of her treatments, the hidden financial toll of life-threatening illnesses, and the precise moment she decided to reclaim her autonomy. For Kendra, true emotional medicine was waiting right in her own backyard on local Idaho trails. She shares how hitting the dirt with the Crank Queens and community groups like River Discovery helped her rediscover her physical strength and mental grit. We talk openly about the continuous process of self-rediscovery, setting fierce personal boundaries, and why she chose to go back to school in the middle of it all. This is a raw, masterclass in rewriting your narrative and finding absolute freedom on two wheels. Resources for Cancer Fighters, Survivors and their Caretakers   River Discovery - https://www.riverdiscovery.org [https://www.riverdiscovery.org/]   Hike 2 Heal - https://www.johnandjunesmission.org/ [https://www.johnandjunesmission.org/]    Camp Make a Dream - https://www.campdream.org/ [https://www.campdream.org/]   Epic Adventures - https://epicexperience.org/ [https://epicexperience.org/]   First Descents - https://firstdescents.org/ [https://firstdescents.org/]   Casting for Recovery - https://castingforrecovery.org/ [https://castingforrecovery.org/]   Other Links   Crank Queens - www.crankqueens.org [http://www.crankqueens.org/]   MTB Coach Levi Weert - www.leviweert.com [http://www.leviweert.com/]

Transforming Pain into Art with Katie Drablos

The Human Reboot Project: Transforming Pain into Art with Katie Drablos In this episode of The Human Reboot Project, I am joined by professional dancer, choreographer, and stage four cancer warrior Katie Drablos. From the high-energy stages of Radio City as a former Rockette to the unimaginable challenge of a terminal diagnosis, Katie’s story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. We explore how she turned a life-altering health crisis into a creative movement, producing self-authored shows like 35: A Celebration of Being Alive that serve as both artistic expression and vital fundraising for head and neck cancer awareness. Join us as we discuss the healing alchemy of dance & movement, the need for space to reconcile with a cancer diagnosis, and returning to a “normal” life post treatment.  About Katie Drablos Katie Drablos is an NYC-based dancer, choreographer, and educator, formerly a Radio City Rockette. A stage four tongue cancer survivor, Katie champions resilience through her self-produced shows like 35: A Celebration of Being Alive and Only the Best, which raised money for SPOHNC (Support for People with Oral and Head & Neck Cancer). Katie continues to dance and choreograph in New York City. Show Links SPOHNC - Support for People with Oral and Head & Neck Cancer [https://www.spohnc.org/] Katie's Web Page [https://www.katiedrablos.com/] Katie's Story as told to SPOHNC  [https://youtu.be/oAXPvlL8qL4?si=flL1y1j04EHjeqXc] 35 a celebration of being alive [https://youtu.be/XkiFiPvef3U?si=v5ru2FbmgBwJD7De]

Finding the Way with Jason Doyle

The Human Reboot Project: Finding the Way with Jason Doyle After a grueling mental health battle and a challenging IVF journey with his wife, Jason Doyle ran 3,000 miles across the U.S. to answer one question: "What does it mean to be a man?" In this episode, Jason shares how his trek from California to New York birthed the nonprofit No Map for Manhood. We discuss "becoming the summit" in everyday life, shifting from "should" to "could" mindsets, and the healing power of vulnerability. It’s a raw look at men's mental health, reinvention, and why there is always a "better mile ahead." Who is Jason Doyle? Jason Doyle is an ultra-runner, former professional dirt bike racer, and founder of No Map for Manhood, a 501c3 nonprofit. After running across America, Jason dedicated his mission to helping men navigate life’s challenges through nature and community. His organization serves as a vital connector for men’s health resources and peer support.

Choosing a Life of Adventure by Bike with Ryan Van Duzer

What happens when you choose to experience life from behind the handlebars of a "freedom machine" and never look back? In this episode, I sit down with legendary content creator and cyclist Ryan Van Duzer. We dive deep into his journey from a childhood health scare in Boulder to becoming a global advocate for the "goodness of humanity." Ryan opens up about his mother's influence on his resilience, his "emotional paycheck" of inspiring others, and why he’s tackling the Great Divide again in 2026. It’s a masterclass in living with intention and choosing adventure.   About Ryan Van Duzer   Ryan Van Duzer is a professional adventurer, motivational speaker, and content creator with over 200,000 YouTube subscribers on Duzer TV. A lifelong cyclist who has never owned a car, he uses his global expeditions to advocate for self-reliance, environmental stewardship, and the inherent kindness of strangers.   Duzer TV https://www.duzertv.com [https://www.duzertv.com/]   People for Bikes https://www.peopleforbikes.org [https://www.peopleforbikes.org/]   Bikepacking Roots https://bikepackingroots.org [https://bikepackingroots.org/]

The Aloha Episode with Savio P. Clemente

For 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 birthday and required him to get all his childhood vaccines again—and how he used that time to develop his philosophy of Adaptive Resilience. Unlike standard resilience (bouncing back after the fact), Savio teaches us how to flex and adapt while we are in the trenches of the crisis. We discuss his transition from the tech world to the wellness stage, his TEDx talk, and the "Aloha Reboot" framework that helps leaders and survivors alike navigate the storm. This episode is a masterclass in turning a health crisis into a catalyst for leadership and post-traumatic growth. Whether you’re navigating a diagnosis or just life’s general chaos, Savio’s message of "catch and release" is the tool you need. Tune in to hear how a "medical rebirth" led to a life of purpose, advocacy, and grit.   Savio’s Tedx Talk https://youtu.be/J-DHtD2n0qo?si=Fi3AiDlNsjGNKN7W [https://youtu.be/J-DHtD2n0qo?si=Fi3AiDlNsjGNKN7W]   Savio’s Website https://www.saviopclemente.com [https://www.saviopclemente.com/]