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#50: Gregory Tells All: Cancer Survivor, HGTV Director, & How He Hired Ryan
#50: Gregory Tells All: Cancer Survivor, HGTV Director, & How He Hired Ryan
#50: Gregory Tells All: Cancer Survivor, HGTV Director, & How He Hired Ryan
Thursday 20th March 2025
Join Gregory Powell as he shares his inspiring cancer journey and insights from the television industry in Pittsburgh.
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Get the buttons here!Gregory Powell: Surviving Cancer & TV Challenges
Episode Overview
- Gregory Powell's journey from TV industry to cancer survival.
- Unique coping strategies during hospital stay.
- Insights on fashion and personal style.
- Building meaningful connections in life.
- Challenges faced in the television industry.
I didn't really go into that dark place because I was still trying to just like pretend like nothing was happening.
In this engaging episode of 'Mocktails or Messy', Gregory Powell takes the stage to share his remarkable journey from the bustling television industry in New York to his hometown of Pittsburgh. Gregory, an HGTV director, opens up about his life-changing diagnosis in 2018: stage four adenoid cystic carcinoma, a rare cancer affecting the salivary gland. Facing this daunting challenge, Gregory refused to let it define him.
Instead, he embraced his hospital stay with flair, ordering Japanese kimonos and using vintage silverware for meals, demonstrating his unyielding spirit and creativity. Throughout the episode, Gregory discusses his experiences in the television industry, highlighting the highs and lows he encountered. He reflects on the importance of building meaningful relationships, even amidst professional challenges.
Gregory's direct and honest approach to life, described as 'not warm and fuzzy in a good way', provides refreshing insights into how he navigates personal and professional spheres. Fashion and style are key aspects of Gregory's identity, showcased by his bold choices such as 'spaceman shoes'. His unique perspective on life and refusal to conform make him a captivating presence. Hosts Ryan Frankowski and Kelly Mizgorski add their own charm to the conversation, sharing anecdotes and engaging with Gregory's stories.
The episode concludes with a heartfelt toast to Gregory's impact on their lives, celebrating his resilience and contribution to their community. Join this riveting episode to hear Gregory Powell's story of survival, creativity, and the pursuit of meaningful connections.