DiscoverStraight Talk with Mark Bouris#195 Mark Hughes: Resilience, Rugby League & Brain Cancer Awareness
#195 Mark Hughes: Resilience, Rugby League & Brain Cancer Awareness

#195 Mark Hughes: Resilience, Rugby League & Brain Cancer Awareness

Update: 2025-06-25
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Get Your Beanie for this week's Beanie for Brain Cancer round here! https://markhughesfoundation.com.au/

Mark Hughes, a former NRL player for the Newcastle Knights and NSW Origin representative, was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2013 and went on to co-found the Mark Hughes Foundation with his wife Kirralee, raising over $30 million through initiatives like Beanie for Brain Cancer and establishing a $25 million research centre at the University of Newcastle.

Mark shares his inspiring journey from professional footballer to brain cancer survivor and founder of the Mark Hughes Foundation. Hear firsthand how resilience, positive mindset, and teamwork can transform personal struggles into a mission to make a difference.

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#195 Mark Hughes: Resilience, Rugby League & Brain Cancer Awareness

#195 Mark Hughes: Resilience, Rugby League & Brain Cancer Awareness

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