In this powerful episode of the Huntington Beach Podcast, host Gary Wat sits down with Brandon Ward, Executive Director of Fxck Cancer, a local nonprofit born from a deeply personal experience. Founded after the devastating loss of Brandon’s close friend to Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Fxck Cancer has become a bold, unapologetic movement dedicated to raising awareness, funds, and supporting those affected by cancer.
Brandon shares the emotional journey of how cancer impacted his community and inspired him to create a space where people could not only fight for a cause but also connect and create change through unconventional fundraising events. From pub crawls in pink tutus to the annual Photos with Santa fundraiser, Fxck Cancer has embraced creativity and boldness, raising both money and awareness in ways that challenge the norm.
Join us for a conversation about resilience, friendship, and how one small action can make a huge impact. Brandon also reflects on what makes Huntington Beach so special and how the community’s laid-back, lifestyle-driven vibe creates a perfect backdrop for supporting such an important cause.
This is a must-listen for anyone interested in the power of turning pain into purpose, and how we can all make a difference in the fight against cancer. Whether you're a local or someone passionate about supporting impactful causes, tune in to hear how Fxck Cancer is changing lives and building a stronger community one bold move at a time.
Key Highlights:
- The origin story of Fxck Cancer and its bold, unapologetic name.
- How Huntington Beach’s unique community spirit fuels the organization’s success.
- Creative and outrageous fundraising ideas that have gained widespread attention.
- The importance of local involvement and how you can support Fxck Cancer.
- Brandon’s perspective on Huntington Beach as a lifestyle-driven, tight-knit community.
Get Involved: Want to support Fxck Cancer? Visit their website or get involved with their upcoming events like the Photos with Santa fundraiser. Learn how small actions can make a big difference in the fight against cancer.
Subscribe, share, and leave a review to support the Huntington Beach Podcast as we continue to spotlight the people, businesses, and causes that make this city truly special!
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.