In this powerful episode of I Have A What?! Surviving a Brain Tumor, I open up about the hidden battle I fought at work while my body was sending signals something was wrong. My symptoms were getting worse, but on the outside, I was still trying to show up, lead, and perform like nothing had changed.

This episode dives into the emotional tension of working through fear, the loneliness that comes with keeping everything inside, and a lesson from my grandfather that helped me hold on when silence became heavy.

A deep look into the late night anxiety, endless searching, and spiritual turning point that shaped Johnathan TeflonJohn Smith’s brain tumor journey. Episode 5 uncovers the emotional battle of fear, faith, and the lifesaving power of community during a brain tumor diagnosis.

After receiving his diagnosis, Johnathan “TeflonJohn” Smith found himself living a dual life. On the outside, he looked fine, but inside he was quietly wrestling with fear, uncertainty, and faith. In Episode 4 of I Have A What? Surviving a Brain Tumor, he shares how reflection, prayer, and the wisdom of his grandfather helped him find peace while healing from the inside out.

In Episode 1 of I Have a What?! Surviving a Brain Tumor, Johnathan “TeflonJohn” Smith opens up about the unexplained headaches, dizziness, and fatigue that began his journey toward a life-changing diagnosis. What started as frustration and disbelief became a lesson in faith, persistence, and self-advocacy. This episode reminds listeners to trust their instincts and fight for the answers their body deserves.

In Episode 2 of I Have a What?! Surviving a Brain Tumor, Johnathan “TeflonJohn” Smith shares the moment that divided his life into before and after. A phone call from his doctor revealed the truth he never expected to hear: “You have a brain tumor.” This episode explores shock, faith, and the first steps toward courage when fear feels overwhelming.

In Episode 3 of I Have a What? Surviving a Brain Tumor, Johnathan “TeflonJohn” Smith shares the emotional first visit to UVA, the meeting that explained his diagnosis, and the start of the “watch and wait” plan. This episode explores how faith helps bring peace in seasons of uncertainty.