Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Welcome to Pre-Zero Sports Talk, where sports, leadership, faith, community, and clean progress intersect. Hosted by Sid Bensalah, with over 30 years of global sports industry experience, this podcast isn’t about quick fixes or empty talk. It’s a platform for authentic, purpose-driven conversations that go beyond the game to explore how sports can drive positive, actionable change.
Born from a passion for impact, Pre-Zero Sports Talk dives into today’s most pressing themes: performance and well-being, leadership, innovation, coaching, community impact, sustainability, regenerative agriculture, governance, geopolitics, and more. Each episode cuts through the noise and greenwashing, engaging with trailblazers, changemakers, and thought leaders to uncover solutions and inspire new perspectives.
This is a space for real conversations with real people about real issues — stories that challenge norms, break barriers, and spark transformation. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, business leader, or someone who believes in the power of sport to make a difference, there’s a seat at the table for you.
Subscribe now to join a movement that informs, inspires, and empowers. Together, let’s redefine the role of sports in shaping a cleaner, safer, and more connected world — one episode at a time.
Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Dr. Matthew Kutz on Resilience, Faith & Leadership Through Cancer
Dr. Matthew Kutz, a global leadership expert, scholar, and prostate cancer survivor, joins Sid Bensalah for a powerful and candid conversation about identity, resilience, and faith in the face of real suffering. Diagnosed with advanced metastatic cancer, Matt shares how pain became a teacher and how purpose deepened through adversity.
He shares his initial shock, a shift in his mindset, and how faith, family, and community help him navigate dark times. Using personal stories and biblical examples like Joseph and David, Matt reflects on HOPE, emotional growth, and the courage to keep moving forward.
Through his EPIC framework and his cancer support foundation, Battle for the Bulge, Matt demonstrates how leadership and vulnerability can coexist. He also discusses emotional intimacy in marriage, staying grounded as a father, and how suffering can shape a legacy.
00:00 Introduction and Catching Up
00:26 The Last 5K and Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
01:31 Joseph's Story and Its Lessons
03:40 Personal Reflections on Pain and Faith
08:24 Matt's Journey: From Diagnosis to Treatment
15:05 The Emotional Impact of Cancer
20:00 Facing the Reality of Cancer Spread
28:32 Hope, Faith, and Overcoming Adversity
33:53 David and Goliath: Drawing Strength from Stories
36:43 The Lions and Bears List: Finding Strength in Past Victories
39:10 Community Support and Sharing Stories
40:23 Introduction to the Epic Framework
40:41 Facing the Reality of Cancer Treatment
43:24 Turning Adversity into Opportunity
45:06 The Birth of 'Becoming Epic.'
54:42 Battle for the Bulge: A Prostate Cancer Foundation
58:14 The Importance of Community and Support
01:05:37 Mindset Shift: From Coach to Patient
01:25:37 Marriage Advice: The Importance of Intimacy
01:36:52 Faith Through Adversity
01:59:44 Lightning Round: Quick Insights
02:02:34 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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