In the Media – The JohnVsGBM Story

My name is Jonathan Masterson. I was diagnosed with Glioblastoma in November 2023 and given 12 months to live. But this story is not just about me — it's about every survivor, thriver, and caregiver who shows up when life gets hardest.

I launched JohnVsGBM less than three months later to raise awareness, build community, and fight back through design, storytelling, and raw honesty. Here, you’ll find news features, podcasts, and videos that highlight my journey and mission.

📰 Featured Article

My Glioblastoma Journey and Why I Turned to Blogging

Featured by the National Brain Tumor Society, this article shares the raw and powerful beginning of my fight with Glioblastoma—and how I found purpose through blogging.

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🎧 Podcast Appearance

"My Journey with Glioblastoma" on the Brain Cancer Podcast

I had the honor of joining The Brain Cancer Podcast to talk about my diagnosis, the launch of JohnVsGBM, and how I am using design and storytelling to fight back.

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Why I Fight: My Glioblastoma Journey

In this video, I share what it was like to be diagnosed with Glioblastoma and why I started JohnVsGBM. This is for the survivors, thrivers, and the ones who never gave up on me.

Drop Us a Line – Let's Raise Awareness Together

Whether you're with a podcast, news outlet, blog, or event platform, I’d love to share my story and help bring more visibility to Glioblastoma and the cancer community. I started JohnVsGBM to fight back through truth, creativity, and connection—and I'm committed to making noise for those of us too often overlooked. Use the form below for media inquiries, interviews, collaborations, or press opportunities. I’m always open to connecting, sharing, and advocating.