Best Parkinsonsdisease Podcasts (2024)

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092 Innovative Approach for Bladder Relief 38:11

3h ago38:11

38:11

The topic today is one of those difficult to discuss symptoms that most of us try to avoid and deal with it on our own. Not a great idea. So, let’s learn about and discuss our bladders. You might have an overactive one which is also referred to as hyperactive or underactive one also referred to as hypoactive. Unfortunately, the probably of anyone h…

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Outdoor Spaces 52:28

8d ago52:28

52:28

Outdoor spaces must be accessible for those who enjoy gardening, socializing or sitting outside reading a book in nice weather. Some of those outdoor spaces are being reduced by the push toward infill housing. Today's podcast looks at both of these issues.By Karen L Brown

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091 The Dean Team - Exercise Part 3 43:17

21d ago43:17

43:17

Welcome to the third episode in our three-episode series on exercise. During the process of researching for this episode, I have found more and more studies showing that exercise does help reduce symptoms of PD. Very exciting to be able to take control of your journey by including certain exercises in your day and week. My guest today, Dean Laws, d…

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090 Exercise Cocktail Part 2 29:04

29d ago29:04

29:04

Welcome to part two in our series on exercise and how it has been proven to reduce the symptoms of PD. As one of my guests, Dr. Daniel Corcos, explains, “It is crystal clear, exercise slows the progression of Parkinson’s.” In this episode, Kristine Meldrum and Dr. Corcos, authors of the book “Parkinson’s: How to Reduce Symptoms Through Exercise,” c…

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089 Exercise Cocktail Part 1 36:58

1M ago36:58

36:58

OK, I know what you are thinking. Another exercise episode, really? Yes, but this isn’t your run of the mill plead for people with Parkinson’s to exercise more. Up until now, we have been told to exercise but not given any direction on which exercises are best for us. Recently friends recommended a book that is filling this deficit. It is based on …

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Ramps 1:02:29

2M ago1:02:29

1:02:29

Often built in a hurry and usually an eyesore, ramps are the subject of my conversation with Ron Wickman. We'll talk about why the entry to the home needs to be given more thought, how to blend ramps in with your exterior and we'll suggest alternatives to that front yard monstrosity.By Karen L Brown

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088 The Skinny on Skin 48:09

2M ago48:09

48:09

Did you know that people with Parkinson’s disease have a higher risk of developing certain skin disorders than the rest of the population including melanomas? Have you had a skin issue pop up on you and not know what it is or how you got it? There is a good chance you were experiencing a manifestation of the Parkinson’s disease process or a side ef…

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087 Tips for Managing Stress 35:02

2M ago35:02

35:02

My guest from the last episode on Nutrition, Debbie Polisky, is back to talk about stress and stress management. Research has shown stress can reduce a person’s life expectancy. How many years are we losing is determined by other factors and lifestyle choices. However, I am pretty sure everyone experiences stress in their lives so this episode is i…

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Who Is Calling The Shots 18:16

2M ago18:16

18:16

I haven't done a specific video or podcast on the very basic question of the why behind the need for all of us to think about our future in terms of access within our own homes. I'm going to talk about that today, and then I'm going to talk about the most basic action. Starting. Where do we start and how do we start?…

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086 Lifestyles and Nutrition 38:36

2M ago38:36

38:36

It’s our first episode of 2024. How many of you have already stopped working on your New Year’s resolutions? History would suggest most people fail early. Some of you probably are striving to eat better for your Parkinson’s health and for your overall health. Therefore, it is the perfect time to discuss nutrition and diet. My guest is a dietician w…

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Hopes, Dreams & Wishes for Accessibility in 2024 51:53

3M ago51:53

51:53

Ron Wickman and I have lots of things on our individual lists of hopes, dreams and wishes for accessibility in 2024. Join us as we discuss the top three on each list.By Karen L Brown

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085 Resolution Follow Up 27:39

4M ago27:39

27:39

Well, I can’t believe we find ourselves at the end of 2023. Where did the time go? I hope you had a good year. It was a fantastic year for Parkinson’s research and for this podcast. We witnessed a breakthrough in the study of PD with the discovery of a biomarker and how to test for it. That is a game changer. And this is my 85th episode of the Park…

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084 Speech Accessibility Project 31:44

5M ago31:44

31:44

This episode is about communication via your voice. Are you being heard? Speech issues is one of those symptoms People with Parkinson’s most likely will need to address as part of the journey with this disease. Does Siri or Alexa understand you? Is it frustrating to use these smart voice assistants? Well, my guests are working to change all of that…

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083 Community Camaraderie 39:12

5M ago39:12

39:12

When you or a loved one has a chronic condition, where do you go to find support, information and your “community”? People with Parkinson’s may not all have the combination of symptoms, but we are all better off when we seek out and find others like us who will be there for you and lift you up. I am grateful to have found a couple groups that have …

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Working With Accessibility Professionals 52:03

6M ago52:03

52:03

Architect Ron Wickman and Contractor John Kupchenko both specialize in accessibility. They join us to discuss some of the ins and outs of building accessible homes.By Karen L Brown

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082 A DBS Story 30:05

6M ago30:05

30:05

This episode is a feel good, inspirational story about the decision to have Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery. Basically, it’s brain surgery and a major decision. I have the privilege of knowing my guest today and have followed her decision-making process and outcomes. As we know, every person with Parkinson’s is different. However, the decision…

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081 Gene Therapy Explained 35:15

7M ago35:15

35:15

Gene therapy has been a previous topic on this podcast. However, it was from a neurosurgeon’s perspective. I continue to be very excited about the possibility’s gene therapy might have for modifying the effects of Parkinson’s disease - stopping the progression. My guest and the company he works for are on the cutting edge of gene therapy research. …

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6 Most Asked Questions 18:34

8M ago18:34

18:34

As an Aging in Place and Accessibility Strategist, I am frequently asked questions by those who aren't sure where to start with planning for the years ahead. The questions vary but 6 of them are frequent flyer questions so this episode answers those 6 for everyone.By Karen L Brown

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Izzy Camilleri 27:36

9M ago27:36

27:36

Izzy Camilleri is a world-renowned Canadian fashion designer who turned her creative talent and energy to adaptive and inclusive clothing in 2004. Izzy believes that people of all ages and abilities should have access to clothing that is well-fitting and great looking in addition to being functional.…

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080 Biomarker Breakthrough 27:27

9M ago27:27

27:27

One of the most important problems to solve in the treatment of a disease is to find out how to measure its status in the person. In order to do that you need a biomarker to measure. For example, we take a blood test to measure cholesterol. If it is higher than normal, the physician can prescribe a diet and medication to treat it. Then, measure it …

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079 Fatigue 32:17

9M ago32:17

32:17

Have you ever felt completely exhausted or fatigued during the day? Does this happen frequently? Not sleepy but totally fatigued or tired. Well, this could be one of those non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease or a medication side effect or something else. Either way, it is really annoying and can affect our quality of life. We discuss fatigue …

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Bathrooms 53:57

10M ago53:57

53:57

Planning for future needs is, perhaps, nowhere more important than the bathroom. Today Ron Wickman, an Architect who specializes in barrier-free design, and I discuss building a new bathroom as well as renovating an existing bathroom. We talk about challenges, language, styles, and yes, pricing.By Karen L Brown

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Ron Wickman : Vertical Movement 33:24

10M ago33:24

33:24

Our series with Architect Ron Wickman continues with a dive into making vertical movement within a house accessible.By Karen L Brown

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078 Strive for Symptom Objectivity with This Tool 40:08

10M ago40:08

40:08

This is the fourth and final episode in our tech series. We could probably highlight many more innovative ideas and companies. It is a very exciting time for the use of technology in the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. In this episode, we talk with a company whose product, StrivePD, is really cool and very useful. It is an app which communicates …

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Ron Wickman : Entry 28:58

10M ago28:58

28:58

We continue our series on accessible housing with a deep dive into making the entry to a house accessible.By Karen L Brown

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077 Modern Day Doctor House Call: Telehealth for PD 39:46

10M ago39:46

39:46

This is our third episode in our series on the topic of using technology to assist you along your journey of living with Parkinson’s disease. In this episode, I speak with a representative of a company offering a telehealth platform specifically for neurodegenerative diseases including Parkinson’s. We all quickly adopted to seeing our doctors via t…

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Ron Wickman : Shopping for a House 48:24

10M ago48:24

48:24

You want to buy a house but you already know that anything you buy will need renovations to accommodate your needs. Ron takes us through the first blush of assessing homes.By Karen L Brown

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History of Accessible Housing 1:12:18

11M ago1:12:18

1:12:18

Ron Wickman, an Architect specializing in barrier-free design, joins us for the first of a series on accessible housing. Today we review the history of accessibility in the residential space.By Karen L Brown

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076 PD Tech Part 2: Remote Patient Monitoring 31:53

11M ago31:53

31:53

This is our second episode in our tech series. In the first episode we introduced you to a couple of physical items developed to help People with Parkinson’s improve their gait and avoid freezing. The other episodes, including this one, will be more about using the internet and software/apps to help you and your doctor monitor your symptoms and pro…

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075 PD Tech Part 1: Tech for your feet? 28:31

11M ago28:31

28:31

We are kicking off our tech series with this episode. Technology has changed the way we interact with the world over the last couple of decades. The pace of change keeps accelerating. We can ask a small box any question and get an answer within seconds. We can pay for items with our phones. The list goes on. However, the healthcare environment hasn…

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074 Rehabilitation: Use it or lose it 38:36

12M ago38:36

38:36

When we hear the word “rehab,” what do we think of first? Some might think of a place where addicts go to get clean. Others might think of traumatic injuries sustained in an accident and the road to recovery. And still others might think of the place you go after a hospital stay of any length. In this episode, we will focus on rehab or rehabilitati…

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073 Pickleball for Parkinson's 26:02

12M ago26:02

26:02

I really like the story you are about to hear. It’s uplifting because my guest is uplifting and inspiring with a nonstop positive outlook and genuine desire to help others. And, I also have come to love the sport of Pickleball. Pickleball is quite the popular sport and growing. About 48 million people in the US play. But, can it help with your Park…

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072 How to Best Manage Your Pain 36:00

1y ago36:00

36:00

Pain. We have all felt it over the course of living our lives. However, it isn’t often discussed or attributed as a non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease. And yet, it can be one of those symptoms that most negatively impacts our quality of life. How common is it that people with Parkinson’s experience pain? Is it due to the disease or another ca…

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Episode 215 : Spring To Do List 19:43

1y ago19:43

19:43

Spring is coming and with it comes the need to make sure that independence, safety and dignity can be maintained throughout the spring and summer seasons. Join us to review the 'honey do' list.By Karen L Brown

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071 Healthy Mouth Healthy You 28:16

1y ago28:16

28:16

Maintaining good overall health and quality of life is important to everyone. Part of the maintenance, my parents always taught me, is regularly visiting the dentist for cleanings and cavity checks. It turns out dental care is particularly important for people with Parkinson’s. Dental hygiene can be challenging for people with Parkinson’s due to th…

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070 Parkinsonism Explained 28:34

1y ago28:34

28:34

It wasn’t that long ago that I heard the word Parkinsonism. What is that? Is that what I have? Why am I just now hearing this term? It turns out that a couple of friends were reassessed and found to have a different, but related, diagnosis than Parkinson’s disease. Each had a different variant of PD. There are several conditions that have similar s…

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069 Dual Roles - A Love Story 37:45

1y ago37:45

37:45

Someone suggested I read a book titled “Dancing in Small Spaces.” I downloaded it from Amazon and read it quickly. It is a gripping true story of a couple’s life together. Leslie Davidson and her husband Lincoln get diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body dementia, respectively, around the same time. Although it can be tough to read if you…

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068 You Can Do (Almost) Anything with Bill Bucklew 38:49

1y ago38:49

38:49

This episode is about one person’s persistence, resilience, and positivity and how these characteristics can lead to be more friendly with your Parkinson’s disease. My guest has many amazing accomplishments that most of us will never even attempt but are interesting to learn about. The message he communicates to all of us is one of self-advocacy, e…

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067 PD Medication Review - The Art and The Science 51:41

1y ago51:41

51:41

It’s been over a year since we have focused an episode of the Parkinson’s Experience on medication. These episodes are always popular. Even if you think you know a lot about the choices available to treat the motor and non-motor symptoms of PD, I urge you to still listen in. There is always new information and new medications and something for ever…

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066 Six People Talk New Year's Resolutions 31:25

1+ y ago31:25

31:25

Are you a resolution person? Do you set yearly goals for yourself each January 1st? Do you regularly accomplish your goals? Don’t worry, this isn’t an episode whose goal is to shame you into making resolutions. It can be fascinating what people choose as their resolutions each year. Do they accomplish their goals? For the people with Parkinson's co…

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065 The Present and Future of Surgical Options Explained 52:35

1+ y ago52:35

52:35

This is our final episode of 2022 and we have covered a lot of topics this year and heard from a few of you as well. However, this topic is an important one to understand as we all keep our therapy options open. Neuromodulation, which mostly means neurosurgery and includes Deep Brain Stimulation, may be a perfectly normal option either in the short…

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064 What Should I Eat? 36:18

1+ y ago36:18

36:18

We weren't sure what the title of this episode should be at first. However, we get a lot of questions from fellow Parkies and others asking what they should eat for better disease outcomes. Thus, the title. Have you ever wondered what would be a good diet for people with Parkinson’s? What foods to eat, what to avoid and why? Do you plan your meals …

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063 Brain and Body Donation 34:29

1+ y ago34:29

34:29

This episode is an important research topic. We interview one of the most significant and relevant brain and body donation research programs in the country. Some might find this topic tough to think about since people need to donate their bodies upon their death. However, it is one of the least selfish things to do. Since the brain is difficult to …

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062 What Is It Like Living with Parkinson's? Six People Respond 34:47

1+ y ago34:47

34:47

Each person experiences the symptoms of Parkinson's and living with Parkinson's uniquely and it changes as the disease progresses. So the saying goes "if you see one person with Parkinson's, you have seen one person with Parkinson's". No one can assume they will live the same as others with the disease. However, what does it feel like to live with …

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061 6 Marathons in 6 Weeks 38:43

1+ y ago38:43

38:43

The headline read “Six marathons in six weeks.” That hooked me in. Then I read a person with Parkinson’s disease was the runner. Wow. I had to learn more. Everyone reacts differently to the PD diagnosis. Some don’t know what to do or where to start. Some are in denial for as long as they can stay that way. Others tackle it with all they have and fi…

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060 To Drive or Not To Drive 35:38

1+ y ago35:38

35:38

One of the possibilities along the Parkinson’s journey is losing the ability to drive safely. This possibility is a scary one. For many, driving equals independence. So, it means more than just the hassle of getting around. It means losing your independence. It can lead to depression and anxiety. However, it is important to be safe on the road whil…

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059 Home Sweet Home (Safety) 32:54

2y ago32:54

32:54

The topic of this episode is home safety and how we might think about what we can modify in our homes to be safer in them as we age or as our Parkinson’s progresses. I don’t think of myself as an anxious person or someone who worries excessively. However, I do like to have information stored away for when I need it. After speaking to our expert on …

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058 The Eyes Have it - PD and Vision Changes 29:25

2y ago29:25

29:25

I often get questions from people in the Parkinson’s community about various symptoms they are experiencing. Is it the Parkinson’s or something else they ask. I usually refer them to their neurologist. Recently, I had a few people ask about changes in their vision which led to challenges in their daily living. I had never thought about vision chang…

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057 The Young and The Diagnosed 38:28

2y ago38:28

38:28

What is Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease or YOPD? Are YOPD people experiences different than the majority who are diagnosis at a later stage in their lives? How do they manage all the other challenges and blessings that life offers while dealing with this progressive illness? How do you navigate life with the PD symptoms you are experiencing in an e…

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056 Let's Talk Mental Health Part 2 41:25

2y ago41:25

41:25

In this episode, we continue our discussion with Dr. Daniel Weintraub on the topic is mental health and the non-motor symptoms of mood disorders that some people with Parkinson’s experience. This is part two of our discussion. I hope you were able to listen to part one. In part one’s episode, we got a general overview on the topic of mood and think…

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