A Prostate Cancer Survivor's Mission to Build Healthier Communities

43min | 06/17/2026

Description

This Men's Health Month, Navigating Cancer TOGETHER sits down with Clarence Jones, prostate cancer survivor and one of Minnesota's most trusted names in community health.

Clarence Jones, MA, CHW, CPH, CPE, is the Executive Director and Community Health Strategist of the Hue-MAN Partnership, a founding member of the organization he helped build into one of Minnesota's most trusted voices in public health. He serves as an Adjunct Instructor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic, is a founding member of the Minnesota Fathers and Families Network, has served as the Mayor's Representative and co-chair of the Public Health Advisory Committee for the City of Minneapolis, and holds affiliations with the CTSI Executive Leadership team and the University of Minnesota's CEARCH initiative. He is also a fatherhood doula, the host of the Community Health Dialogue radio show on KMOJ 89.9 FM, and co-host of the Health Chatter podcast.

In this warm, honest, and personal conversation, Clarence opens up about his own journey through prostate cancer, from watching his PSA numbers climb year after year and practicing watchful waiting, to eventually choosing surgery. He shares why the digital exam scares men, and why early detection is the greatest gift you can give your family.

But Clarence's story doesn't stop at survival. He shares how his experience deepened his mission to make sure the men and families in his community have access to credible, culturally relevant, evidence-based health information. That's the heartbeat of everything Hue-MAN does.

You'll also hear him talk about what he wants every man facing a cancer diagnosis to know right now.

✨ Episode Highlights:

00:04:38 The Moment He Knew: Clarence's Prostate Cancer Journey

00:09:22 How to Invite Men into Health Conversations Without Lecturing Them

00:14:44 What Young Men Need to Know About PSA Screening and Biopsies

00:27:45 Fatherhood Doula: What That Means and Why Fathers Matter

00:36:55 What 'Navigating Cancer TOGETHER' Really Means

Transcript: https://bit.ly/podscript184

Connect & Engage with Clarence

Website: www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org

Health Chatter Podcast: www.healthchatterpodcast.com

KMOJ Community Health Dialogue: 89.9 KMOJ FM

📩 Stay Connected: Download your free Support System Checklist: Who to Call for What, a simple guide to help you build a clear and reliable support system while navigating a cancer journey: https://bit.ly/supportsystemlist

Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by On the Other Side. I appreciate your support! It helps to bring these critical conversations to life.

🎧 Listen, Subscribe, & Share: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Your preferred podcast app

Hosted, Produced, Written, and Edited by: Talaya Dendy

⚠️ Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be used as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation, or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Upon receiving a cancer diagnosis, the patient typically faces many challenges, including feeling confused, overwhelmed, and alone. All of them are emotionally draining!

Join cancer thriver and cancer doula Talaya Dendy, BCPA, on Wednesday for a dose of inspiration, information, and connection on Navigating Cancer TOGETHER as she shares her cancer journey with raw vulnerability and practical advice as someone who’s been there. She also interviews guests from all walks of life who have been impacted by cancer and are passionate about sharing their patient, thriver, and caregiver experiences to help listeners navigate their unique path TOGETHER. Wellness champions and specialists promoting holistic approaches to care are also welcome to share their expertise on offsetting the pesky side effects of treatment.

Tune in to hear raw and honest conversations, true stories, and valuable perspectives on the hidden struggles no one talks about, emotional rollercoaster, and the quiet victories of a cancer journey. Each episode contains powerful information to help you navigate cancer more easily, feel hopeful, and be better informed.

Listen and subscribe now to navigate cancer TOGETHER!

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Upon receiving a cancer diagnosis, the patient typically faces many challenges, including feeling confused, overwhelmed, and alone. All of them are emotionally draining!

Join cancer thriver and cancer doula Talaya Dendy, BCPA, on Wednesday for a dose of inspiration, information, and connection on Navigating Cancer TOGETHER as she shares her cancer journey with raw vulnerability and practical advice as someone who’s been there. She also interviews guests from all walks of life who have been impacted by cancer and are passionate about sharing their patient, thriver, and caregiver experiences to help listeners navigate their unique path TOGETHER. Wellness champions and specialists promoting holistic approaches to care are also welcome to share their expertise on offsetting the pesky side effects of treatment.

Tune in to hear raw and honest conversations, true stories, and valuable perspectives on the hidden struggles no one talks about, emotional rollercoaster, and the quiet victories of a cancer journey. Each episode contains powerful information to help you navigate cancer more easily, feel hopeful, and be better informed.

Listen and subscribe now to navigate cancer TOGETHER!

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Description

This Men's Health Month, Navigating Cancer TOGETHER sits down with Clarence Jones, prostate cancer survivor and one of Minnesota's most trusted names in community health.

Clarence Jones, MA, CHW, CPH, CPE, is the Executive Director and Community Health Strategist of the Hue-MAN Partnership, a founding member of the organization he helped build into one of Minnesota's most trusted voices in public health. He serves as an Adjunct Instructor of Medicine at Mayo Clinic, is a founding member of the Minnesota Fathers and Families Network, has served as the Mayor's Representative and co-chair of the Public Health Advisory Committee for the City of Minneapolis, and holds affiliations with the CTSI Executive Leadership team and the University of Minnesota's CEARCH initiative. He is also a fatherhood doula, the host of the Community Health Dialogue radio show on KMOJ 89.9 FM, and co-host of the Health Chatter podcast.

In this warm, honest, and personal conversation, Clarence opens up about his own journey through prostate cancer, from watching his PSA numbers climb year after year and practicing watchful waiting, to eventually choosing surgery. He shares why the digital exam scares men, and why early detection is the greatest gift you can give your family.

But Clarence's story doesn't stop at survival. He shares how his experience deepened his mission to make sure the men and families in his community have access to credible, culturally relevant, evidence-based health information. That's the heartbeat of everything Hue-MAN does.

You'll also hear him talk about what he wants every man facing a cancer diagnosis to know right now.

✨ Episode Highlights:

00:04:38 The Moment He Knew: Clarence's Prostate Cancer Journey

00:09:22 How to Invite Men into Health Conversations Without Lecturing Them

00:14:44 What Young Men Need to Know About PSA Screening and Biopsies

00:27:45 Fatherhood Doula: What That Means and Why Fathers Matter

00:36:55 What 'Navigating Cancer TOGETHER' Really Means

Transcript: https://bit.ly/podscript184

Connect & Engage with Clarence

Website: www.huemanpartnershipalliance.org

Health Chatter Podcast: www.healthchatterpodcast.com

KMOJ Community Health Dialogue: 89.9 KMOJ FM

📩 Stay Connected: Download your free Support System Checklist: Who to Call for What, a simple guide to help you build a clear and reliable support system while navigating a cancer journey: https://bit.ly/supportsystemlist

Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by On the Other Side. I appreciate your support! It helps to bring these critical conversations to life.

🎧 Listen, Subscribe, & Share: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Your preferred podcast app

Hosted, Produced, Written, and Edited by: Talaya Dendy

⚠️ Disclaimer: The information shared on this podcast is for general informational purposes only and SHOULD NOT be used as a substitute for sound professional medical advice, evaluation, or care from your physician or other qualified health care provider.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Upon receiving a cancer diagnosis, the patient typically faces many challenges, including feeling confused, overwhelmed, and alone. All of them are emotionally draining!

Join cancer thriver and cancer doula Talaya Dendy, BCPA, on Wednesday for a dose of inspiration, information, and connection on Navigating Cancer TOGETHER as she shares her cancer journey with raw vulnerability and practical advice as someone who’s been there. She also interviews guests from all walks of life who have been impacted by cancer and are passionate about sharing their patient, thriver, and caregiver experiences to help listeners navigate their unique path TOGETHER. Wellness champions and specialists promoting holistic approaches to care are also welcome to share their expertise on offsetting the pesky side effects of treatment.

Tune in to hear raw and honest conversations, true stories, and valuable perspectives on the hidden struggles no one talks about, emotional rollercoaster, and the quiet victories of a cancer journey. Each episode contains powerful information to help you navigate cancer more easily, feel hopeful, and be better informed.

Listen and subscribe now to navigate cancer TOGETHER!

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Navigating Cancer TOGETHER

Upon receiving a cancer diagnosis, the patient typically faces many challenges, including feeling confused, overwhelmed, and alone. All of them are emotionally draining!

Join cancer thriver and cancer doula Talaya Dendy, BCPA, on Wednesday for a dose of inspiration, information, and connection on Navigating Cancer TOGETHER as she shares her cancer journey with raw vulnerability and practical advice as someone who’s been there. She also interviews guests from all walks of life who have been impacted by cancer and are passionate about sharing their patient, thriver, and caregiver experiences to help listeners navigate their unique path TOGETHER. Wellness champions and specialists promoting holistic approaches to care are also welcome to share their expertise on offsetting the pesky side effects of treatment.

Tune in to hear raw and honest conversations, true stories, and valuable perspectives on the hidden struggles no one talks about, emotional rollercoaster, and the quiet victories of a cancer journey. Each episode contains powerful information to help you navigate cancer more easily, feel hopeful, and be better informed.

Listen and subscribe now to navigate cancer TOGETHER!

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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