Alex Parra (@alex1leg), a two-time cancer survivor and disability advocate, joins CREATOR: The Podcast to share his extraordinary journey of beating stage two bone cancer and stage four lung cancer before his 20th birthday. In this episode, Alex reveals the shocking moment at age 15 when he flipped a coin to decide between knee replacement and leg amputation—and how that gut decision saved his life when doctors discovered the cancer had spread further than expected. Host Ross Borden explores Alex's path from a 10% survival chance and three months to live, to becoming cancer-free and inspiring millions through content creation. Alex shares the reality of phantom pain, the hidden cost crisis of athletic prosthetics ($35,000 out of pocket), and why he attempted a marathon on crutches to raise awareness. He also opens up about his "cancer bucket list," traveling to Japan and Australia, and meeting young amputees who remind him why his advocacy matters. Whether you're facing your own health challenges or simply need a reminder of human resilience, this conversation delivers a powerful perspective on turning tragedy into purpose. To learn more about CREATOR: The Podcast, visit creatorthepodcast.com 00:00 - Introduction to Alex Parra 01:18 - First Cancer Diagnosis at 15 04:22 - Choosing Between Knee Replacement and Amputation 06:09 - The Coin Flip Decision 08:28 - Surgery Day and Losing His Leg 10:54 - Recovery and Learning to Walk Again 11:25 - Understanding Phantom Pain 13:43 - Finishing Chemotherapy and First Remission 15:29 - First Cancer Scare: Dots in the Lungs 18:14 - Stage Four Diagnosis: Three Months to Live 20:08 - Three Impossible Options 22:57 - Clinical Trial Success and Second Remission 24:14 - Officially Cancer Free 24:41 - The Cancer Bucket List 27:07 - Traveling with a Disability 30:34 - The Marathon on Crutches 35:04 - Creative Prosthetic Designs 36:40 - Giving Back to Others Fighting Cancer 37:49 - Brand Collaborations and TEDx Talk 39:05 - What's Next for Alex 39:47 - Where to Find Alex Online 40:17 - Three Countries Question