2 Parkies in a Pod: a Parkinson's Podcast

What happens when you’re told you have Parkinson’s — and years later, you’re told you don’t?

Mike Bells talks about the first signs, how the diagnosis affected both him and those around him, and the impact the Parkinson’s medication had. Then came the shock.. Mike was de-diagnosed almost a decade later.

Mike opens up about what it felt like to discove...

Guest: Dr Ashwini Oswal

For many people living with Parkinson’s, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is one of the biggest treatment decisions they’ll ever face. But when is the right time to start thinking about it? Should DBS be viewed as a last resort, or could earlier intervention offer greater benefits?

In this episode of 2 Parkies in a Pod, we’re joined by Dr Ashwi...

Guest: David Dexter, Director of Research, Parkinson’s UK

There’s a real sense of optimism in Parkinson’s research right now! In this episode we’re asking whether we’re closer than ever to treatments that can slow, stop, or even reverse the disease.

David Dexter joins us to discuss exciting developments including breakthrough stem cell research, the promising resu...

This episode celebrates some of the incredible people making a difference in the Parkinson’s community through creativity, courage, sport, music and innovation.

Meet wildlife photographer, filmmaker and now gardener David Plummer, one of the talented people who helped Arit Anderson create the stunning Parkinson’s UK Garden at the Chelsea Flower Show:

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In this special episode, Dave and Kuhan head to the world-famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show to explore one of the most moving and meaningful gardens of the year: Parkinson’s UK’s Garden for Every Parkinson’s Journey.

We’re joined by acclaimed garden designer and broadcaster Arit Anderson, who shares the deeply personal story behind the garden she created. Arit opens up abo...