Podcast
Awake with JMak
Hosted by Jason Makaroff · EN
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.
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Laura in Lima Pt. 2
May 9, 202200:18:30Tap to summarizeJMak'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.
Transcribe →Laura in Lima Pt. 1
Apr 28, 202200:21:31Tap to summarizeEaster 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 move forward.
Transcribe →Love Connection
Feb 14, 202200:31:54Tap to summarizeLaura 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.
Transcribe →Launching into Eternity
Dec 31, 202100:33:53Tap to summarizeEarlier 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 means to live. In this episode, we'll hear from three members of JMak's "launch" team - his wife, his coach, and his best friend.
Transcribe →The Kids
Dec 17, 202100:26:57Tap to summarizeUp 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 things they have learned from him, and share some of the beautiful memories they have made over the years.
Transcribe →JMak's Decision Pt. 2
Dec 9, 202100:22:14Tap to summarizeIn 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.
Transcribe →JMak's Decision Pt. 1
Dec 1, 202100:28:21Tap to summarizeJMak 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.
Transcribe →JMak's Back
Nov 11, 202100:22:25Tap to summarizeIt 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 effects from the chemotherapy. In an honest and real way, JMak talks about these setbacks and tells us why it is so important to get back behind the microphone to share his story.
Transcribe →Mom & Dad
Aug 12, 202100:27:47Tap to summarizeJMak'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.
Transcribe →Giving Your Best
Jul 21, 202100:27:24Tap to summarizeJMak'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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