2 Mikes Parkinson’s Podcast: Recent Episodes

Michael Quaglia

2 Mike’s Parkinson’s Podcast is about providing humor, music and inspiring guests in the PD community to help those effected by this awful disease. We’re part of the radio parkie network (radioparkies.com) and appear live every Thursday evening at 6:00 PM EST. The hosts of 2 Mike’s have a combined 30 years of experience living with Parkinson’s.

A group of high school students are spreading awareness about Parkinson's Disease for their HOSA project, which is a worldwide club for future health professionals. Their idea came from one of the group member's uncle who has suffered from the disease for the last 16 years. The students have been working on various activities to raise awareness, such as selling donuts and making bracelets, and will be presenting their project at the spring leadership conference on March 10th. The students have also created a website to further spread awareness and encourage others to share their stories and suggestions.

Website: https://learn-fundraise-and-tell-your-parkinsons-disease-story.square.site/about-us

Special thanks to Sadie Robitaille, Brady Benedict-Smith, Sydney Pagnozzi and Ava Pilderian

WE ARE CLOSING OUT 2 MIKES, PLEASE FOLLOW US AT YOPNs LIVING WELL STARTS HERE PODCAST

https://yopn.podbean.com/

Join the Young Onset Parkinson's Network (YOPNetwork.org) in celebrating Dianne Goebel Bramble's inspiring story! Dianne's small business, Mind and Body Wellness for You, offers coaching and personal training (mindandbodywellnessforyou.com) . She also sells her beautiful Parkinson's-inspired paintings on Facebook and has authored two books. Check out past podcast episodes on yopn.podbean.com and join the YOPN community for free at yopnetwork.org. #YOPN #ParkinsonsAwareness #InspiringJourney

n 2008, Miriam was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD) at the age of 44. She is a Parkinson’s advocate and Ambassador for the 6th World Parkinson Congress (WPC) which will take place in Barcelona July 4-7 2023.

As an advocate, she has raised awareness of Parkinson’s disease and fundraises to help speed research for a cure.

Check out her blog at https://www.shakingupparkinsons.com/

“Living well with Parkinson’s requires a commitment to staying positive and noticing what you can do rather than what you can no longer do. It is possible to have Parkinson’s and live a happy and fulfilling life.”

Miriam Bram, Parkinson’s Advocate and Ambassador, World Parkinson Congress

To listen to past episodes go to https://yopn.podbean.com/

Interested in joining the YOPN community? Go to https://yopnetwork.org/

Tati Mayorga Wolfe was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease (YOPD) at 31. Now 35 She has fought back from deep depression, and discovered ayurvedic holistic medicine

Ayurveda. While the word may be unknown to many, this holistic approach to medicine has been around for over 5,000 years.

Ayurveda is the “traditional, ancient Indian system of health science” and known to be one of the oldest medical systems in the world.

Through ayurvedic holistic medicine, yoga, meditation and a few other bits of information, Tati has found peace, acceptance, and a better way of life and refuses to give into PD.

Check out her TikTok at https://www.tiktok.com/@tati.wolfe

This is not intended for a cure, please consult with your Doctor for all health related issues

To listen to past podcast episodes go to https://yopn.podbean.com/

Interested in joining the YOPN community? Go to https://yopnetwork.org/

"Calling all music lovers! Tune in to the young onset Parkinson's podcast interview episode of 'Call on the Fighter' Part 2 where we sit down with the one and only Richard Gootee. He'll be sharing his incredible story, the inspiration behind his Grammy-winning song "Just Reach Out" for the 80s Christian Rock band Petra. Plus, we'll be getting the inside scoop on "Call on the Fighter" and his new release, The Caregiver (I Need A Love)". And who knows, we might even hear an endorsement from Peter Frampton. And don't forget to welcome our new co-hosts Nathan Lee Ward and Ned Neuhaus! #CallontheFighter #RichardGootee #JustReachOut #Petra #YoungOnsetParkinsons #TheCaregiverINeedALove #PeterFrampton #NathanLeeWard #NedNeuhaus #Music #Radioparkies #YOPN #Podcast #inspiration

When a mom with young onset Parkinson's and her son team up, amazing things happen! Checkout the heartwarming story of Joni and Sequoia Lowe and their hit song "Slim Shaky"

"Exciting news for sports fans! "One Giant Leap for Fankind," the new book by ESPN founder Bill Rasmussen, has just won the grand prize at the New England book festival. In the book, Bill shares his secrets to staying positive and offers valuable tips for maintaining a positive outlook. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from the man who revolutionized sports broadcasting and get your hands on a copy of this award-winning book. Follow Bill Rasmussen for more inspiring content“

to purchase the book go to https://www.espnfounder.com/books

Special thanks to APDA Regional Director Bill Patjane

Michelle Newman, the Chief Operating Officer of the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's, discusses her decision to leave corporate America and join the foundation. She shares her personal connection to Parkinson's disease through her father's experience with the condition, and discusses how he managed his disease. Additionally, she explains the mission and purpose of the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's, which is dedicated to supporting individuals with Parkinson's and advancing research on the condition.

Thanks to Ellen Bookman for taking the lead on this seriesSpecial thanks to StanandTeresa Jackson for coming on the show (Part 3) and sourcing great guests for this series.Teresa Jackson is a National Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), Duke Integrative Medicine Coaching Program, and a Certified Coach— International Coaching Federation who will:

Discuss how to take what you have learned about mental wellness, develop a plan, and apply it to your everyday life in concert with the medical management aspect of the disease.

Karen Goble, Director at Southern Regional Area Health Education, an ordained chaplain, and a certified Integrative Health Coach and Cognitively Based Compassion Training teacher through the Emory University Center for Contemplative Science and Compassion-Based Ethics will:

Discuss the benefits of utilizing calming techniques such as meditation and breathing as a tool to maintaining Mental Wellness.

Mental Health Series

Segment 2

https://yopn.podbean.com/e/mental-health-part-2-with-ellen-bookman-and-dr-charles-dent/

Segment 1

https://yopn.podbean.com/e/maintaining-emotional-health-is-as-important-as-the-medical-management-of-any-chronic-disease-diagnosis/

Dr. Schmidt is active in research, specializing in the intersection between mathematics and medicine, with a special interest in mapping the n-dimensional spaces of clinical data. Schmidt serves as an advisor to several government, industry, and foundation initiatives. He has been involved in several national-scale quality initiatives including with the US National Quality Forum and the Fresco Network in Italy. Schmidt has recent or current advisory engagements in wearable sensors, telemedicine, remote monitoring, and clinical trial design. He has contributed to AHRQ and Commonwealth Fund publications and has been an invited speaker for NIH and diverse international patient and professional conferences. Schmidt previously worked in corporate finance-focused on healthcare innovation, created chronic disease management systems, and served as Chief Operating Officer of a joint venture of Oxford, Stanford, and Yale delivering online education. Educated at Harvard and Cornell, he had a fellowship

In this Episode we spoke with Andrea Merriam, CEO and Anissa Mitchell, LCSW, Chief Program Officer of the PMD Alliance about the ALL IN summit

The ALL IN summit was held October 22-25 in Washington DC This national in-person summit gathered community + support group leaders and allies from around the country, convening prospective leaders, newbies, and veterans to connect, collaborate, and embrace the magic that happens when we come together to learn.

About the PMD alliance

PMD Alliance is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, empowering, and connecting people with movement disorders, their families, and the healthcare providers and community members who care for them.

Welcome to Segment 2 of our mental health series

Segment 1 included

MENTAL HEALTH SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH A YOPD DIAGNOSIS which can be found here

https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/e/maintaining-emotional-health-is-as-important-as-the-medical-management-of-any-chronic-disease-diagnosis/

In segment 2 we discuss a PRIMER ON WAYS TO STAY MENTALLY HEALTHY AS YOU NAVIGATE THOSE THINGS IN LIFE THAT where we:

Discuss how we process and understand feelings and emotions as we deal with situations unique to those diagnosed with YOPD

Offer insight into managing and expressing feelings

Dive into how we connect with others

Describe how we function or “put the pieces together” to make life decisions such as family, marriage, work, retirement, etc.

Our guest is Dr. Charles Dent:

Dr. Charles Dent, M.Div, PHD., is a licensed Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Coach and Therapist. Dr. Dent, a Veteran of the US Marine Corps

Special thanks to Ellen Bookman and Theresa Jackson

"Call on the Fighter" began as a simple idea...create and offer original music to encourage and inspire "fighters" along their Parkinson's journey. Colleen Bridges, owner, and director of Bridges for Parkinson's found the perfect fit in one of her own fighters, Rich Gootee. Rich, an award-winning singer/songwriter, knows all too well the constant and daily struggles as he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2018. Colleen's experience, research, and regular boxing classes have helped Rich and many others discover the fight within themselves to overcome the otherwise debilitating effects of Parkinson's disease. Together, Colleen, Rich, and their team have grown the music idea into an effort to help even more fighters find restoration and hope by raising funds so that nobody will ever have to be turned away from their local program. Please check out more information about our project and consider purchasing our song at www.callonthefighter.com.

Thank you for watching! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rq6onvFOC9Y

Song Written and performed by Greg Anderson and Rich Gootee

The woman who can smell Parkinson’s

Joy Milne’s husband Les was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at the age of 45. However, it had been 12 years earlier when Joy had first noticed that something was different about him.

Joy has a rare condition called hereditary hypersomnia that gives her a heightened sense of smell. When Les was 33, she noticed that he had started to develop an odor, which she described as a subtle, musky smell.

She also noticed the same distinct smell when attending meetings organised by the charity Parkinson’s UK. It was at this point that she was able to link the smell to the disease.

Joy’s ‘super smeller’ abilities would soon go on to make headlines around the world, and along with researchers, they're changing the landscape of diagnosing Parkinson's.

Sheila Thelen, owner of Vestibular Training Services LLC (VTS), is a National/International/Master Figure Skating Coach & Worldwide presenters at International Conferences & Events. (She is a Vestibular GENIUS - working with thousands of athletes & kids & rehabilitation groups throughout the world.) https://vestibulartrainingservices.com/web/index.php?siteid=420&pageid=3356 She's here to talk about the benefits that Vestibular training has for people with Parkinson's

The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) Massachusetts Chapter is thrilled to announce it will host the region’s first ever APDA MA Magic of Hope Gala next month. The event will take place on Friday, November 4, from 6:30 to 10:30pm, at the Newbury Boston. Event chair Allison Goldberg (Saker) and committee welcome all to this evening of dinner and dancing to support the APDA, which provides local, grassroots resources to people impacted by Parkinson’s in Massachusetts. More than 200 guests from the Greater Boston area will attend, many of whom have been touched personally by Parkinson’s. Guests will enjoy a cocktail hour and silent auction followed by dinner, dancing and a live auction. The glamorous backdrop for these festivities will be the iconic and newly restored Newbury Boston in Back Bay (www.thenewburyboston.com/). Tune in as we speak with Bill Patjane Northeast Regional director of the APDA Allison Goldberg (Gala Lead) Caroline Baltz (Friend and Business partner of Allison) https://www.apdaparkinson.org/community/massachusetts/upcoming-events-ma/moh/

Today's guests include Eli Pollard and Alison Miller

Elizabeth “Eli” Pollard is the Executive Director of the World Parkinson Coalition (https://www.worldpdcoalition.org/) talks about many subjects including the WPC in 2023 being held in Spain. She also discusses the "Parkinson's Tulip Project" what it's about and how to enter. Travel grants and much more!

Alison Miller, Strategic Partnership Manager with Supernus Pharmaceutical (https://www.supernus.com/commercial-products), talks about building relationships within the Parkinson's Community and the drugs offered by Surpernus to help "on time" as well as the "Parkinson's Tulip Project"

Thanks to Ellen Bookman for taking the lead on this series Special thanks to StanandTeresa Jackson for coming on the show (Part 2) and sourcing great guests for this series.

Maintaining emotional health is as important as the medical management of any chronic disease diagnosis

Monday at 8AM EST on radioparkies.com, we begin a 3-part Mental Wellness series created to educate those diagnosed with YOPD on the importance of maintaining mental wellness Many diagnosed with YOPD may experience a flood of emotions, particularly when the diagnosis comes in the prime of life - as it does with YOPD. The 3-part Mental Wellness, Sponsored by the Young Onset Parkinson's Network (YOPNetwork.org), will:  Identify non-motor symptoms such as depression, anxiety, lack of sleep, apathy, etc.  Discuss how non-motor symptoms can affect everyday life such as how to deal with family, work, retirement, telling people, etc.  Offer tips on how to develop a mental wellness health plan  Examine how mediation can be a component in maintaining mental wellness.

SEGMENT ONE: MENTAL HEALTH SYMPTOMS ASSOCIATED WITH A YOPD DIAGNOSIS Bo Majors, Licensed Social Worker, employed by Texas Children’s Pediatrics in Austin, Texas, who will  Identify mental health symptoms associated with a YOPD diagnosis.  Discuss the consequences of physicians focusing only on the diagnosis, clinical assessment, evaluation, and medical management of our symptoms

This week on radioparkies.com sponsored by the Young Onset Parkinson's Network (YOPNetwork.org) we chat with John Cullen about his documentary. The documentary, “It’s Just Parkinson’s” is an inspiring and emotional look at one man’s journey to live life to the fullest, while living with a disease that has no cure. John Cullen is a 62-year-old man battling Parkinson’s disease with grit, courage, grace, and a warrior mindset. A lifelong athlete, Parkinson’s has slowly taken Cullen out of many athletic pursuits. Yet after being introduced to powerlifting, and incorporating it into his workouts, the improvement to his mobility has been staggering. In a dramatic finish, Cullen competes in his first ever powerlifting contest. IJP is about life, death, brotherhood and the profound impact of mindset in the face of adversity. You can see the documetary here: https://vimeo.com/706326801 Password: Password: Lemond19898xii

Mark Milow interacts on social media platforms as #markinthepark21 and shares really informative and fun content while bringing awareness to Parkinson’s Disease. Diagnosed with Parkinson's himself in 2020 during the Covid boom Mark immediately searched for a way to add meaning to his diagnosis and found that meaning through patient advocacy! When he received his diagnosis, there were so many questions Mark wanted answered and he felt overwhelmed. Mark then made the determination that he would help others through that difficult experience and would do whatever he could to provide assistance to Parkinson’s patients and the family or caregivers that are impacted. Mark can be found on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube as @MarkInThePark21 . His Instagram is https://www.instagram.com/markinthepark21 He also has a Facebook Group for Parkinson’s Awareness that can be found at MarkInThePark21 in the “Groups” section of FB. Here's a list of all Mark's social media platforms linktr.ee/markinthepark21

Darbe Schlosser is the coach, consultant, & creator of the Motorvation System. Motorvation (https://www.motorvationfoundation.org/) provides scholarships for People with Parkinson's to receive fall prevention consulting and coaching. They have administered over 900 hours of training through the Parkinson's Foundation community grant. They are in the process of developing a rehabilitative training taxonomy to improve the deliverance of rehabilitative training to the Parkinson's demographic.

In addition to developing the best strategies to overcome movement abnormalities within a highly variable disease, Darbe also focusRD on improving the deliverance of these methods with consideration of movement history, movement goals, and individual constraints that impact learning and performance outcomes. ‍ She believes there exists an interrelatedness between motor output and sounds. Understanding these relationships can better provide you with tools on how to break through mental and motor blocks and successfully deconstruct and reconstruct complex movement patterns.

About Keri: Dedicated single mama to 2 amazing girls. Keri has had a long career in pharmaceuticals and geeks out reading anything she can that has to do with research and science. Keri is an avid athlete, starting early as a competitive gymnast and later fell in love with all things running. After being diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s, Keri knew from her prior experience with recovery and sobriety that in order for her to continue to show up for life that she would need to find her people and build a village. The positive approach she takes on living with YOPD allows Keri to keep pushing forward despite living with Parkinson's

The Young Onset Parkinson's Network Podcast (YOPnetwork.org) is proud to present a conversation with Kevin Kwok! Kevin tells his story and discusses being an ambassador of Davis Phinney, his talks with DP and gives his insight of the pharma/biotech industry where he spent years building a great career.

About Kevin

"9 years ago, at the age of 48, I was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease. After recovering from the shock of this diagnosis, I opted to embrace my disease. Having been trained as a clinician (PharmD- U of Michigan 1986) and a 30 year executive in the biopharma industry, I approach my disease with a unique involvement and curiosity at multiple levels. To quote Michael J Fox, “when you’ve seen a Parkinson’s patient, you’ve only seen one patient.” The issue is that no two PD patients are exactly alike, and this poses a dilemma in treating our tribe according to traditional clinical paradigms. This is where personalized medicine (PM) comes in. In the course of my presentation, I will share how my involvement in PM as a patient will both help me and others with this disease."

For this weeks show sponsored by the Young Onset Parkinson's Network (Yopnetwork.org) on Radio Parkies Webradio at radioparkies.com, listen to the story about inventor Jan Grimes. Jan talks about living with PD and a few Parkinson’s hacks.

Check out this Davis Phinney video for more Parky hacks

https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/tips-tricks-and-products-to-manage-parkinsons-symptoms/

Podcast of Thursday 6/23/22 show The Young Onset Parkinson’s Network (YOPN) and radioparkies.com are proud to present the story of a rising personality in the Parkinson’s community, Jeremy McDonald.

Jeremy a talented musician initially started a YouTube channel to showcase his music then he was diagnosed with PD.

So Jeremy decided to change the focus to spreading awareness and help others with this condition using his wit, and sense of humor all the while being serious when needed.

Check out his videos by searching JEREMY MCDONALD ON YOUTUBE

Are you aware there’s an excellent podcast that deals specifically with Care Partner support for women who have a partner with Parkinson’s?

It’s called Married2PD (https://www.married2pd.com/)

Check out the above link to learn more

Vivek and Chai talk about raising children, communication, agonists, social media and much more

About Vivek and Chai

Married for 15 years.

Living in Northern Virginia with three kids Chai grew up near Boston and is a trained doctor and a licensed massage therapist. She works in Vivek's home building business. She also started and runs Married2PD, an organization focused on providing a place of support for wives of people with YOPD. There is a website, Facebook group, podcast, and a monthly gathering via zoom. She really enjoys gardening and reshuffling furniture and furnishings inside the home over and over again.

Vivek grew up in Northern Virginia. For the last 16 years he has worked with his father in the family homebuilding business, which sounds like a euphemism for a mafia money laundering operation. Now that his wife also works in the company, he shudders at the thought of giving her a performance evaluation. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease 10 years ago, the day after his third child was born.

New show’s sponsored by the Young Onset Parkinson's Network every Thursday evening at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com

Have you ever had dyskinesia in a public setting?

Then had security walk up to you?

Were you alone?

Thursday's guest is Jennifer Sullivan and she went through this at a casino in California.

Tune in Thursday (5/26/22) to radioparkies.com at 6:00 EST and listen to Jennifer’s story and how she turned a negative situation into a positive outcome called the “Wiggles Project” and spread awareness about dyskinesia https://www.thewigglesproject.com/

Five Facebook friends all with Parkinson’s, walk into a bar. Whoops! This really happened! They actually have never met each other in person and decide to travel to Oaxaca Mexico to help the Oaxaca Parkinson’s community. Here’s a few hints of what they discover/re-discover.

Friendship

Family

Community Guest hosts: Michael Quaglia, Mike Achin, Heather Kennedy Guests: Gavin Mogan, Nathan Lee Ward, Laura Olmos, Eric Slominski, Russ Parker

Tune in Thursday's at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com to hear LIVE shows

keep·y-up·py

noun INFORMAL•BRITISH

a game whose aim is to keep a soccer ball in the air for as long as possible by bouncing it off any part of the body except the hands and arm.

Thursday (5/12/22) evening on radioparkies.com at 6:00 EST the Young Onset Parkinson's Network (https://yopnetwork.org/) is proud to present the incredible Joe Gregory!

Gavin Mogan and I speak with Joe who was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2019 did "Keepy Uppy's" for 61 miles in addition to completing over 13,000 consecutive right in his back yard.

Joe was a great interview who will keep you inspired, don’t miss this one!

Check out this video to see a keepy uppy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7TzBKLL_XY

Thursday night at 6 EST on radioparkies.com we spoke with new ninja warrior Bryan Hill, Bryan tells his incredible story beginning with his mother being diagnosed with PD at 23 to becoming a Ninja warrior.

Thursday night 5/5/22 at 6:00 on radioparkies.com we spoke Christopher Sutphin otherwise known as cosmosperfect on TikTok. Chris talks about mental Health and Parkinson’s and https://www.parkie.tv/

We have Carol Walton and Stacey Walstrum of the Parkinson's Alliance. Yes there is a walk in NYC this year and a virtual component as well!

Jessica runs Zoom classes for voice and yoga, she' worked with the PD community for over 20 years. She runs zoom classes for a "Speak Steady" program

Speak Steady Program for people with Parkinson's and other neurologic impairments.

This targeted program is delivered by Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, Jessica Ackerman MSCCC-SLP, also a Registered Yoga Teacher with a career of experience in Voice and Speech Therapy for neurologic impairments, including LSVT LOUD. Jessica's breath-based yoga program aims to maximize vocal loudness, breath support for speech, and intelligibility of speech that so often impact communication effectiveness of people with Parkinson's Disease.

This weekly program focuses on synchronizing basic gentle yoga poses with breath (matching a movement to an inhale and a movement to an exhale). Movements and poses can be achieved in a chair, wheelchair, recliner, standing, or yoga mat.

If/when you have voice issues, this program is highly recommended

Matt Vilardebo has been one of our most popular guests and now he's running for State Representative. Matt as you know has Parkinson's and he wants to leave this world in a better place. Listen in as Matt explains why he's running.

Check out his Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/mvilardebo

Donate to his campaign paypal.me/mattvforfm

RePost of Thursday (4/14/22 show at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com we have two very special people to the Parkinson’s community, Karl and Angela Robb!

They share their amazing journey from meeting in an America on-line chatroom through how they stay strong dealing with PD for over 30 years.

This is a fun, inspiring interview, check it out, you’ll enjoy.

About Karl Karl Robb has had Young Onset Parkinson’s disease (PD) for over thirty years. With symptoms since he was seventeen years old, Karl was diagnosed at the age of twenty-three. Now fifty-five, he is a Parkinson’s disease advocate, entrepreneur, inventor, Reiki Master, and author of two books (A Soft Voice in a Noisy World: A Guide to Dealing and Healing with Parkinson’s Disease and Dealing and Healing with Parkinson’s Disease and Other Health Conditions: A Workbook for Body, Mind, and Spirit) with his wife and carepartner, Angela Robb. He has blogged for thirteen years on his website, ASoftVoice.com. He is a Community Team Member to ParkinsonsDisease.net. Karl is a board member of both the Parkinson Voice Project and Parkinson Social Network.

About Angela Angela Robb is Karl’s wife of 25 years, co-editor at ASoftVoice.com, Community Team Member at ParkinsonsDisease.net, and a Reiki Master. Angela has advocated for caregiver issues by sharing her experiences at various regional and national Parkinson’s conferences, writing for the Every Victory Counts manual from the Davis Phinney Foundation, and presenting at the World Parkinson Congress. In 2015, Angela was honored at The White House as a Champion of Change in Parkinson’s Disease.

PODCAST version of Thursday 4/8/22 EST aired LIVE each Thursday on radioparkies.com we talked with Arlene Faulk. Arlene Faulk is a teacher, writer, storyteller and accomplished business woman. After a years-long struggle to understand and conceal debilitating symptoms as she ascended the corporate ladder, a life-changing zigzag led her to find comfort and healing through Chinese medicine and Tai Chi. She discovered her calling with Tai Chi and has been teaching for more than 20 years. An award-winning blogger who had a passion for writing from a young age, now Arlene has captured her dramatic personal story in a memoir, Walking on Pins and Needles: A Memoir of Chronic Resilience in the Face of Multiple Sclerosis. Her inspiring story demonstrates how a chronic and debilitating health condition lacks the power to control our lives and stop us from moving in the direction of possibility.

PANEL INCLUDES Ellen Bookman https://laughingmywaythroughparkinsons.home.blog/.../ell.../ Heather Kennedy https://www.kathleenkiddo.com/blog/ Teresa Jackson https://podcasts.apple.com/.../parkinsons.../id1541914877

Joe and Alicia Golomboski remember their father talk about their latest fundraiser for the American Parkinson’s disease Association of Rhode Island

Thursday night 3.25.22 on the YOPN PODCAST we have guests hosts:

Jonathan Braddock author of YOPD Club 1 and 2 Teresa Jackson host of Podcast “Parkinson’s Pathway Pals” Heather Kennedy podcast host, writer blogger Mike Achin, athlete, and fundraiser (over 300K for MJFF and APDA) and my co-host for over 5 years Check it out as we take turns asking blogger and exercise advocate Eric Slominski (PARKYPERSPECTIVE.COM) questions about how he deals with Parkinson’s symptoms and situations. Also, we have YOPN founder Anna Grill giving updates on the membership drive and the latest happenings with the Young Onset Parkinson’s network.

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Tonight at 6 on Radioparkies.com the Young Onset Parkinson’s Network Podcast (https://yopn.podbean.com/) is proud to present 2-time Stanley cup champion and all-around great guy Shawn Thornton. In this episode Shawn breaks down as he talks about his grandmothers battle with Parkinson’s, his book “Fighting my way to the top”, his foundation (https://www.thorntonfoundation.org/ ) which raises money for Parkinson’s and Pediatric cancer and why he’s worked with the APDA of Massachusetts for 10 years plus much more. Please see attached tribute to Shawn when he played in Boston for 7 years accompanied by the Drop Kick Murphy’s.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=APMuw8drN8c

Special thanks to Bill Patjane Executive Director of the APDA Northeast for setting everything up

SEASON 1 : EPISODE 3

Re-Post from Thursday 3/10/22 on radioparkies.com at 6:00 EST the Young Onset Parkinson’s Network Podcast proudly to spoke with PD advocate extraordinaire Teresa Jackson!

Diagnosed in February 2019 Teresa quickly became a tremendous advocate for PD starting with a Mrs. Virginia beauty Pageant where she placed top 10 at 57 years young with Parkinson’s.

Next, she authored her book called “Thriving with Parkinson’s – finding Joy after diagnosis” a personal memoir since being diagnosed

She didn’t stop there adding a hit Podcast “Parkinson’s Pathway Pals - Tuesdays with Teresa to her resume

Today in addition to managing her Podcast, this amazing person is preparing for a bike ride across Virginia (300+ Miles) raising awareness and funds for Parkinson’s research

To top it all off she manages to exercise 14-16 hours a week!

Catch the LIVE show Thursday's 6:00 on radioparkies.com

PODCAST: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1386772 FUNDRAISER: https://www.facebook.com/donate/1664174550641619/

RE-POST OF THURSDAY 3/3/22 SHOW ON RAIOPARKIES.COM Heather Kennedy, new co host Ellen Bookman and I, Interview author Michael Murray about his new book “My Pain-Body Solution” A Journey to the Other Side of Suffering which can be purchased on the website mypainbodysolution.com

About the book MICHAEL J. MURRAY’S powerful memoir chronicles his difficult battle to conquer his undiagnosed pain. Murray confides his emotional torment and near collapse as numerous doctors promise relief but only deliver ineffective treatments, contradicting diagnoses, and often dispassionate care. In the end, Murray’s chance discovery in a book on back pain leads to a dawning awareness of the emotional root of his near-constant agony. As he digs deeper into this line of medicine and therapy—and his past—he uncovers the deep connection between mind and body, the healing power of outdoor pursuits and connecting with nature, and the inspiring, innovative methods that can cure physical and emotional pain.

But first up we have Gavin Mogan, Russ Parker, Laura Olmos, Eric Slominski and Nathan Lee Ward talk about why they’re going to Oaxaca, Mexico this April starting on the 19th. They’re looking to learn about their PD culture and see where they can help

RePost from LIVE show, Thursday February 24, 2022 6:00 on radioparkies.com for our first podcast as YOPN "living well starts here" podcast.

Tonight we speak with Young Onset Parkinson's Network (YOPN) founder Anna Brown Grill about the latest and greatest updates concerning the YOPN.

Also, we speak with board members and fellow Parkinson's fighters Jeremy Likeness and Mark Kohus, they tell their PD story and address why they joined the YOPN board.

About today's guests:

Anna Grill is the Founder of Young Onset Parkinson’s Network (YOPN). She was on the fast track as a sales executive at a Fortune 200 company, and the youngest and only woman on the executive team when she was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD) in 2007 at the age of 38.

Jeremy Likness has been a professional technology and software developer for over three decades. Currently, Jeremy is the Senior Program Manager for .NET Data at Microsoft where his personal mission is to empower developers to be their best. Prior to his current position, Jeremy helped kickstart the technology and software development efforts for several startups that ultimately grew into multi-million and multi-billion-dollar corporations.

YOPN board member, Mark C. Kohus, is a Senior Vice President and Group Manager with Fidelity Investments. With more than 24 years of experience working in the financial services field, Mark has held a variety of leadership roles including project management, relationship management and supporting operations.

RePost of Thursday 2.17.22 aired live on radioparkies.com Heather, Gavin, and I had a great chat with Colonel Guy Deacon, Guy was diagnosed with PD over 11 years ago. He is very honest and show's his passion to spread awareness during this interview. I loved listening back to his incredible story and I hope you will enjoy as well!

This spring, Colonel Guy Deacon CBE will be driving an incredible 7,000 miles across Africa, from Sierra Leone to Cape Town, to raise vital awareness for Parkinson’s and the need for research into the condition that affects the lives of so many people worldwide. Guy, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s over 11 years ago will mostly be traveling alone. He began his epic expedition across Saharan Africa in November 2019 which was put on hold due to COVID. Fast forward to 2022 and Guy is ready to continue his journey throughout Africa. If you would like to contribute, just click the link below, the cost of the journey he is covering himself, the monies raised will support the creation of a documentary that will be used worldwide to raise awareness of Parkinson's. https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/freetown-to-cape-town-with-parkinson-s-disease--2?fbclid=IwAR2OETuGlbvzsyWGgXBvv6q9bU_9d4SgA8CZLSuNLbn8NloiontCs_co55w#/

Thursday (2/10/22) at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com we spoke with Becca Miller PhD. Becca talks about Parkinson's medication and hospital stays, and the way to fix this problem. She shares her personal story plus much more. She co-authored the book, Deprescribing in Psychiatry, published by Oxford University Press. Becca was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease, at age 39 when her daughter was 9 months old, and after living with symptoms undiagnosed for 10 years prior. She has served as a delegate and spoken on YOPD and parenting at the World Parkinson Congress in Portland, OR and Kyoto, Japan.

Rebecca (Becca) Miller, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist and Associate Professor at the Yale School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, New Haven CT, USA. She received her MA and PhD in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University, Brooklyn, and her BA from Barnard College.

Matthew Farrer, Ph.D., along with special guest host Gaynor Edwards joined us on radioparkies.com (Thursday 02.03.22) at 6:00 EST.

Dr. Farrer, internationally recognized for his work on the genetics of Parkinson’s disease, currently works at the University of Florida where he is a professor of Neurology. He is a medical and populist geneticist by training and a neurologist by design. This interview covers why he focused on Parkinson’s (specifically YOPD), alpha synuclein and much more!

Matt and Gaynor are working together with the World Parkinson Congress - along with other advocates and researchers to further information and research into young onset PD. They hope to have a significant presence at Barcelona in 2023.

Re-Post of Thursday 1.20.22 show on radioparkies.com

Mike Heather and I have a great discussion with Jonathan Braddock about his 2nd book “WELCOME TO THE YOPD CLUB”.

Like the first book Jonathan interviews 10 inspirational people with Parkinson’s from around the world and tells their stories.

In this Chat with Jon we discussed who he’s interviewed, how people he’s interviewed have helped him, ways to manage anxiety, the importance of laughter and much more

Join us LIVE every Thursday at 6:00

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RePost from Thursday 01.23.22 interview Robert Cochrane, an award-winning filmmaker, with numerous narrative and documentary features to his credit. His touching relationship with his father who has Parkinson’s was the inspiration for Robert’s Parkinson’s-themed documentary series, Boys of Summer. He is a Ph.D. student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) studying the effect of improvisation on Parkinson’s Disease and Co-Owner of ComedySportz Las Vegas, which is part of an internationally-acclaimed improvisation league.

The majority of this interview we discuss the benefits that improv has on parkinson’s To find out more including how you can participate, go to Robert's website, www.yesandexercise.com

RePost of Thursday 01.13.22 on RADIOPARKIES.COM

We start at 6:00 EST with Brett Miller

Brett is the founder and owner of 110 Fitness (https://110fitness.org/) in Rockland, Massachusetts. Brett is passionate about adaptive fitness and inspiring the best in everyone he meets. The mission of his wellness design is to set a new standard for the world in the “fight back” against Parkinson’s Disease through holistic and fitness-based approaches. Brett also serves as an ambassador for the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research and the Davis Phinney Foundation.

This interview we talk about his inspirational book “It's a Beautiful Day to Save Lives: A Medic's Journey to His Destiny” and the latest and greatest happenings with 110 Fitness

Purchase at https://www.amazon.com/Its-Beautiful-Day.../dp/1665524650

It's a Beautiful Day to Save Lives: A Medic's Journey to His Destiny

Thursday 12.23.21at 6:00 EST on Radioparkies.com we had a conversation with Karen Frank. Karen is a retired Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2018 She’s been working with the American Parkinson’s Disease Association starting a Young Onset Support Group. Additionally, she’s also with the Davis Phinney ambassadorship program Karen co-founded along with Beca Miller and Kat Hill, Hospital Equity for those living with Parkinson’s (HELP), it’s an advocacy group focused on improving health care for Parkinson’s patients. Plus, much more! Get to know Karen and catch some great Christmas tunes after the interview.

Thursday evening at 6:00 on radioparkies.com, the 2 Mikes and Heather spoke with Bill Patjane (Executive Director of the APDA – Massachusetts) and Rebecca Gilbert, MD, PHD Dr. Gilbert is the Chief Scientific Officer of the American Parkinson Disease Association (https://www.apdaparkinson.org/), the largest grassroots organization dedicated to the fight against Parkinson's disease. She also sees patients at the Movement Disorders Clinic at Bellevue Hospital Center, the flagship public hospital of New York City’s Health and Hospital Corporation. This interview we cover: Focused ultrasound and DBS Gene therapy Past GDNF Trials The need for improved clinical trials for women Medication approval process Diversity in Parkinson’s APDA Grant process New treatments to include -Inhaled levodopa -Non motor meds -Orthostatic Hypotension -Clinical trials to slow & stop progression Listen LIVE Thursday evenings @ 6:00 PM on radioparkies.com

“The best thing that we can try to do, is to find that, that one moment. Whether it’s a millisecond a second an hour a year or whatever. That one moment that, you just lose yourself in and nothing else matters”

2 Mikes (and Heather) on Radioparkies.com presents an interview with artist Tim Brandt. He’s been battling Parkinson’s for well over 10 years now and has great advice and an outstanding story to tell.

Tim talks about his new book “From Tim Brandt to Shaking Arts: The first 10 years of an unexpected journey with Parkinson's through art” as well as multiple subjects about living with Parkinson’s to include Art Therapy, finding your creativity, corporate life, blending business and art, disability, his favorite pieces, a brief MMA career and much more!

Tim’s book is available for purchase through all major on line retailers including Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Dorrance Publishing and more. Copy and paste “From Tim Brandt to Shaking Arts: The first 10 years of an unexpected journey with Parkinson's through art” into a search.

Check out Tim’s work on https://www.shakingarts.com/

Tune in every Thursday at to catch all 2 Mikes (and Heather) PD Podcast at 6 EST on radioparkies.com

Ellen Bookman.

We discuss: Initial diagnosis, Self-advocacy, Mental Health and PD, Personal Benefits of horseback riding, How Boxing changed her life.

Plus, much more!

Thursday 12.09.21 at 6 EST on radioparkies.com

we spoke with Joe Golomboski, he’s from the Rohde Island chapter of the APDA and he's been nominated for an award that will benefit the RI chapter. Help the community of Lil Rhody by going to www.honeydewdonuts.com or https://honeydewdonuts.com/dewgoodawards and vote for Joe.

Voters must be legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and the District of Columbia and at least eighteen (18) years old at the time of the vote. Any qualified voters may submit an unlimited number of votes. Use of automated programs or bots to generate votes is prohibited.

Thursday night (12/02/21) on radioparkies.com we spoke with Linda Fodrini-Johnson author of the popular book THE EMPOWERED CAREGIVER-Practical Advice and Emotional Support for Adult Children of Aging Parents

About the book: Taking responsibility for the healthcare, safety, and financial affairs of our parents as they near the end of their life is an immense undertaking and comes with challenges, logistics, and stresses that we don’t always know how to navigate. We want to provide the best care we can and make the right decisions for our parents, but we need tips, tools, and education around this and help and encouragement as we do it. The Empowered Caregiver is a pocket support guide specifically designed to provide you with strategies and solutions for caring for your aging parents. It offers useful interventions to frame your thinking, help you manage difficult situations, and reduce your stress as your parents decline and need greater assistance

About Linda Linda Fodrini-Johnson, is an Expert in the Field of Aging. She is a Licensed Family Therapist, a Certified Geriatric Care Manager and has been in the field of Aging since 1981. She is a consultant and coach to couples, families and individuals dealing with dilemmas from illness recovery to the journey of living with a progressive illness like Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's disease or MS.

Thursday night (12/92/21) at 6 EST on radioparkies.com we talk with Eric Aquino otherwise known as podcaster TREMBLING EMT

His amazing podcast is about the early onset of Parkinson's Disease. He and his guests talk openly and honestly on their thoughts about living with PD. His goal is to shed light on one of many Parkinson's journeys and help start a conversation about the disease In addition to his podcast

Eric is also the founder of Gray strong (graystrong.org), a non profit who’s mission is to help individuals and their families move forward with Parkinson's. All while raising awareness in the community.

Check out his podcast on https://anchor.fm/trembling-emt

RePost of Thursday 11/18/21 show at 6:00 PM EST on radioparkies.com we have Karl Sterling

In his second book, “Parkinson’s Empowerment Training” author Karl Sterling goes deep into exploring many areas that will help the person with PD to manage symptoms and improve quality of movement, cognition, memory, and life.

Topics we cover include:

How to maximize neuroplasticity sleep management learn about the many roles of dopamine improve memory and cognition “Nutrition in Parkinson’s Disease” written by Parkinson's specific dietitian, Cynthia Lopez

Read inspiring stories by:

people living with Parkinson’s caregivers doctors physical therapists fitness trainers Guest writers include:

Sylvie Patrick, Russ Parker, Alison Klaum, Ruben Artavia, Alfredo Bozzierre, Mike Mitani, Melissa Tafoya, Dr. Pepe Gonzales, Dr. Eduardo Guadarrama , Donna Parker, Kabugo Hannington, Lilia Drew, Laura Olmos, & Ted Byrd.

Buy the at thepdbook.com

Recording from Thursday night show at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com:

Show is in Spanish and translated to English

Introduction by Gavin Mogan

Elizabeth Penate, like me, was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s disease at 38 years old. Like me, she had two young children. That’s right about where the similarities end.

I live in the United States. I have access to the best of treatment, any and all medication, and I’ve even had deep brain simulation surgery. I have community, support, family.

Elizabeth lives in El Salvador. She has basic treatment, basic access to medication, and if she’s lucky she has basic access to a doctor.

El Salvador is a low-income country. As an example, physicians there earn about the same as minimum wage workers in the US.

Often, Parkinson’s is not even her biggest problem. So how does she get by? How does she do it so frequently with a smile and a laugh? Where does this hope come from?

Elizabeth is looking out for more then just herself. She wants to change the way Parkinson’s is viewed and managed throughout the global Spanish-speaking community.

Right now she’s working with a small group to make a big difference for countless lives now and into the future.

Yes, she’s inspirational. But she wants to be more than that. She wants to be of service, of use. She shows us that we’re all connected throughout our community.

Elizabeth is a window to a world many of us have not seen before, and many of us may not want to.

But she also shows that her world is more than just pain, suffering, and hopelessness. There’s joy, love, and hope. Elizabeth embodies these qualities. She’s also strong and determined.

If you want to get to know everyday, ordinary people doing extraordinary things in the Parkinson’s world, then tune in.

Interview starts just after the 8 minute mark and runs for approximately 45 minutes Examples of Pete’s work may be found on his website and blog. https://www.petelangman.com/ Thursday November 4, 2021 at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com we have Pete Langman, former guitarist of the Bay City Rollers, current musician with the nick name of “shredder” and teacher at Oxford University.

In his own words Pete does things with words.

As a writer, Pete has produced three books, guitar tuition, interviews and features for Guitar and Bass magazine, articles for The Independent, The Guardian, Prospect, The Wellcome Trust, All Out Cricket and espncricinfo.

Pete has appeared several times on live radio, including TMS and Radio5Men's hour talking about his books The Country House Cricketer (longlisted for the MCC/Cricket Society book of the year) and Slender Threads: A Young Person's Guide to Parkinson's Disease, respectively.

As an editor he has produced over 100 magazine pages and a book of academic essays, as well as polishing several academic books and journal articles.

As a blogger, Pete writes about Parkinson's, music and cricket, amongst other things.

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Interview starts just after the 8 minute mark and runs for approximately 45 minutes Examples of Pete’s work may be found on his website and blog. https://www.petelangman.com/ Thursday November 4, 2021 at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com we have Pete Langman, former guitarist of the Bay City Rollers, current musician with the nick name of “shredder” and teacher at Oxford University.

In his own words Pete does things with words.

As a writer, Pete has produced three books, guitar tuition, interviews and features for Guitar and Bass magazine, articles for The Independent, The Guardian, Prospect, The Wellcome Trust, All Out Cricket and espncricinfo.

Pete has appeared several times on live radio, including TMS and Radio5Men's hour talking about his books The Country House Cricketer (longlisted for the MCC/Cricket Society book of the year) and Slender Threads: A Young Person's Guide to Parkinson's Disease, respectively.

As an editor he has produced over 100 magazine pages and a book of academic essays, as well as polishing several academic books and journal articles.

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Podcast from Thursday 11/28 at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com, we chat with Kat Hill ABOUT Parkinson’s and Joy.

Kat is a Davis Phinney YOPD Council Leader

She was in her mid 40’s when she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s. “It took me a good two to three months to get it in my head that it was something real,” she says. “And then I realized I had a choice. I could continue to lay around and minimize my symptoms, but that got pretty old. And self-pity wasn’t really a good fit for me.”

Listen in to find out how Kat Hill chooses Joy over Parkinson's and tells us how she does it

CHECK OUT HER WEB SITE @ kathill.org

Catch 2 Mike’s Parkinsons Podcast LIVE every Thursday at 6 EST on radioparkies.com!

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Amber Hesford builds a Young Onset Parkinson's support group community through TikTok

Re-Post from LIVE show on radioparkies.com (9/21/21)

The 2 Mikes and Heather chat with Amber Hesford

Amber, after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s in her early 30’s, Amber decided to spread awareness about PD on TikTok. Not only did she find a lot of followers (over 75,000). She found a great group of friends with and without Parkinson’s to help on her journey.

This brave young woman also posted a video of herself getting DBS (Deep Brain Simulation) surgery in July of 2021. https://www.tiktok.com/share/video/6983348098537950470

We had an open and honest discussion on numerous topics, Including

Raising young children as a young single mother with Parkinson’s

Programming issues with DBS

The importance of humor with PD

Anxiety

And how the love of her entire family helps her through the tough times

Catch 2 Mike’s Parkinsons Podcast LIVE every Thursday at 6 EST on radioparkies.com!

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Re-post of Thursday, October 14, 2021 show at 6:00 EST on Radioparkies.com. We had a fun and informative chat with John Lehr who is the CEO of the Parkinson's Foundation.

John has nearly three decades of nonprofit fundraising and management experience, with a strong focus in the voluntary healthcare and medical research sectors. John played a key role in merging two legacy Parkinson’s organizations into the Parkinson’s Foundation in 2017. Since joining the Foundation, fundraising revenue has grown each year by double digits, allowing the Foundation to expand its mission programs. John led the efforts to open seventeen regional chapters to better serve local Parkinson’s communities.

Listen in LIVE on radioparkies.com to hear inspiring Parkinson's stories, every week on Thursday's at 6:00 PM EST

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RePost of Thursday 10/7/21 show at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com we have Parkinson’s advocate Brian Reedy.Tune in and hear a heartfelt discussion about Grief and Parkinson’s, grief, and the loss of a loved one and much more.

About Brian:Diagnosed 12 years ago, Brian is deeply involved as an ambassador for the Davis Phinney Foundation, with the Michael J Fox Foundation Policy Forum, The Parkinson’s Alliance as well as the World Parkinson Congress. Listen in to hear his story.

-With Heather Kennedy

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Anna Brown Grill was reaching the peak of her business career when she heard the news about her diagnosis of young onset Parkinson’s Disease. Check out her story as she talks about how she was able to hide her symptoms at work for 10 years, deal with anxiety and how she fought back with Rock Steady Boxing NOVA and Rock Climbing. Today she is building a strong network and connecting people with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease.

Anna encourages all in the YOPD community to join events. Her goal is to provide relevant and convenient programing in a supportive, positive environment, helping those with YOPD not just live but thrive!

Track List: Kesha, Salt n Pepa, Pink, Bel Biv Devoe and Mark Ronson with Bruno Mars

Re-Play of Thursday 9/23/21 Show at 6 EST ON radioparkies.com

We start off with Scott Rider Scott, diagnosed with Parkinson’s 15 years ago, He was on our show a few weeks back, when we all learned about his great work with his ride across America (https://pdacrossamerica.com/) in addition to the development of Adaptive housing for PWPs (People with Parkinson’s)

Tonight, he brings us Pat Hogan Pat is executive vice president of Business Development for Kizik’s The hand’s free shoe Listen in as we hear the Story of how Pat and Scott met and the benefits of a hands-free shoe If you are looking to buy Kizik Shoes check out the website and use the discount code, put in in SHOEHOUSE in discount code when checking out at https://kizik.com/ Ten percent savings for each customer and a percentage of sales will benefit the Parkinson’s Foundation

Next up we have another PD Hero Trent Maclean. Trent was officially diagnosed with PD 12 years ago. Listen in and learn about the benefits of Table Tennis and Virtual Reality gaming specifically Ping Pong and boxing.

Trent has started a movement called PING PONG FOR GOOD.

“Ping Pong for Good is a movement for brain health. We are raising awareness about the importance of exercise + brain health, with an emphasis on the many benefits of playing ping pong for your mind, body, and mood. It’s not only good for you: it’s fun, can be done”

Check out the website at https://pingpongforgood.org/

RePost of 9/2/21 show

Starting off we have Joseph Golomboski talking about the walk at Goddard state Park on September 18th (Interview starts around 5 minutes in) https://www.apdaparkinson.org/community/rhode-island/ Next up we have Ned Neuhaus talking about a fundraiser for rowing 1,000,000 meters (group) in one day on October 23rd! https://www.rowtoslowparkinsons.com/ (Interview starts soon after 17:30) Finally, we have Scott Rider who talks about a documentary in the works as he rides across America, coming soon. (https://pdacrossamerica.com/) Scott also talks about his 3:00 AM idea of Adaptive housing for PWPs (People with Parkinson’s) and building a community. Lastly Scott talks about free genetic testing for PWPs! and much more…(Interview starts around 36 minutes in)

PODCAST FROM THURSDAY 8/26/21 LIVE SHOW ON RADIOPARKIES.COM

Every now and then you see someone who always has a kind word to lift your spirits. Today we’re honored to speak with Scott Carlisle who classifies himself as a cheerleader for all of us in the Parkinson’s community.’ Listen in and you’ll notice Scott is much more than that, he’s a friend, father, husband, hockey player and simply a great guy who uses terms like ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE and EMBRACE THE SUCK to describe his battle with Parkinson’s.

Repost of Thursday 8/12 show on radioparkies.com

Bill Bucklew is at it again but this time he’s working with friends and will walk 40 miles each day starting (September 14th) in England for 17 days culminating in the London marathon Helping Bill will be John McPhee, Jim Kroeger and Kevin Murray, Following along as these amazing people attempt to bring people/corporations together, spread awareness and raise money for the cure.

“The long Walk for Parkinson's" will start Sep 14 and finish on Oct 3. My friends in England/USA,, get out and support Bill, Jim Kevin. and John. Walk with them, donate, spread the word.

Feel free to share the attached video

https://youtu.be/PM4N0DBSMC8

RePost of Thursday August 19, 2021 LIVE show on radioparkies.com. Gavin Mogan and I chat with the very inspiring Christine Allison Jeyachandran. Listen in as we zone in on her latest project "Would you sell your house to save your mother" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vAlkXmsSSk&t=268s Her bio: When Christine changed her life around for the better through Exercise, she realised many people in the country and region she lived in, didn’t know about the benefits of exercise in managing Parkinson’s Disease. She started making small steps to help her local community but soon realised it was a bigger problem. There are Spanish speaking professionals (from across the region) who could train and provide resources about Parkinson’s Disease professionals and PwP but they don’t know how to find each other. So a few of dedicated people started the Alianza Iberoamericana de Parkinson to to create a network to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease and encourage opportunities for sharing, collaboration, and training. Our volunteers are dedicated but we’re looking for partners to help achieve this huge goal.

RePost of Thursday August 19, 2021 LIVE show on radioparkies.com. Gavin Mogan and I chat with the very inspiring Christine Allison Jeyachandran. Listen in as we zone in on her latest project "Would you sell your house to save your mother" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vAlkXmsSSk&t=268s Her bio: When Christine changed her life around for the better through Exercise, she realised many people in the country and region she lived in, didn’t know about the benefits of exercise in managing Parkinson’s Disease. She started making small steps to help her local community but soon realised it was a bigger problem. There are Spanish speaking professionals (from across the region) who could train and provide resources about Parkinson’s Disease professionals and PwP but they don’t know how to find each other. So a few of dedicated people started the Alianza Iberoamericana de Parkinson to to create a network to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease and encourage opportunities for sharing, collaboration, and training. Our volunteers are dedicated but we’re looking for partners to help achieve this huge goal.

Repost of Thursday 8/12 show on radioparkies.com

Bill Bucklew is at it again but this time he’s working with friends and will walk 40 miles each day starting (September 14th) in England for 17 days culminating in the London marathon Helping Bill will be John McPhee, Jim Kroeger and Kevin Murray, Following along as these amazing people attempt to bring people/corporations together, spread awareness and raise money for the cure.

“The long Walk for Parkinson's" will start Sep 14 and finish on Oct 3. My friends in England/USA,, get out and support Bill, Jim Kevin. and John. Walk with them, donate, spread the word.

Feel free to share the attached video

https://youtu.be/PM4N0DBSMC8

Matt Vilardebo is a candid and straightforward nature lover hiking to raise money for Parkinson’s Research. Graciously sharing his experience of young onset Parkinson’s as “gingerparkinsonsjourney” has catapulted this earnest engineer into a sensation on TikTok. Matt lives in South Carolina with his wife and four kids.

Facebook: A Ginger's Parkinson's Journey

Instagram: a_ginger_parkinsons_journey

TikTok: gingerparkinsonsjouney

Matt Vilardebo is a candid and straightforward nature lover hiking to raise money for Parkinson’s Research. Graciously sharing his experience of young onset Parkinson’s as “gingerparkinsonsjourney” has catapulted this earnest engineer into a sensation on TikTok. Matt lives in South Carolina with his wife and four kids.

Facebook: A Ginger's Parkinson's Journey Instagram: a_ginger_parkinsons_journey TikTok: gingerparkinsonsjouney

DBS SERIES on radioparkies.com

Aired LIVE on Thursday 7/29/21 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com, Rune Vethe served as an ambassador for the 5th World Parkinson Congress. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2009 and has channeled his professional skills in teaching and physical education into being a Rock Steady Boxing Coach and Parkinson's advocate in Norway.

In this interview we talk with Rune about DBS and how it helped him. We discuss how he’s currently off meds, non-motor issues, how Reconciliation means more to him than adapting, balance before and after DBS, communication and why he likes the New Orleans Saints

Catch all radioparkies shows on https://www.mixcloud.com/radioparkieswebradio/stream/ Catch all of my shows on https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/ Interested in telling your Parkinson's story? Visit our website at https://www.parkinsonspodcast.net/ and drop us an email

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Aired LIVE on Thursday 7/29/21 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com, Rune Vethe served as an ambassador for the 5th World Parkinson Congress. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2009 and has channeled his professional skills in teaching and physical education into being a Rock Steady Boxing Coach and Parkinson's advocate in Norway.

In this interview we talk with Rune about DBS and how it helped him. We discuss how he’s currently off meds, non-motor issues, how Reconciliation means more to him than adapting, balance before and after DBS, communication and why he likes the New Orleans Saints

Catch all radioparkies shows on https://www.mixcloud.com/radioparkieswebradio/stream/ Catch all of my shows on https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/ Interested in telling your Parkinson's story? Visit our website at https://www.parkinsonspodcast.net/ and drop us an email

Originally aired Thursday 7/29/21, At 5:00 EST we talk with Mike Achin and discuss why he’s going for a fourth DBS operation, how he pulled himself out of some very low points and why he’d do it (DBS) again. We also discuss his and family fund raising efforts through TEAM DOMINACHIN

Catch all radioparkies shows on https://www.mixcloud.com/radioparkieswebradio/stream/ Catch all of my shows on https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/ Interested in telling your Parkinson's story? Visit our website at https://www.parkinsonspodcast.net/ and drop us an email

Originally aired Thursday 7/29/21, At 5:00 EST we talk with Mike Achin and discuss why he’s going for a fourth DBS operation, how he pulled himself out of some very low points and why he’d do it (DBS) again. We also discuss his and family fund raising efforts through TEAM DOMINACHIN

Catch all radioparkies shows on https://www.mixcloud.com/radioparkieswebradio/stream/ Catch all of my shows on https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/ Interested in telling your Parkinson's story? Visit our website at https://www.parkinsonspodcast.net/ and drop us an email

RePost from 6:00 EST Thursday: if you don’t know who John Cullen is, you will soon. John is using power lifting to combat PD symptoms and started itsjustparkinsons.com. John is very open about his battle from being a competitive athlete to having PD. Topics include depression, care partners, crying and much more. Oh, almost forgot, there’s an upcoming documentary about his battle with PD called IT’S JUST PARKINSON’S. Check out his Instagram he lifts amazing weight but more importantly shows nothing is impossible, attitude is everything! Special thanks to Scott Carlisle for posting his story!

RePost from 6:00 EST Thursday: if you don’t know who John Cullen is, you will soon. John is using power lifting to combat PD symptoms and started itsjustparkinsons.com. John is very open about his battle from being a competitive athlete to having PD. Topics include depression, care partners, crying and much more. Oh, almost forgot, there’s an upcoming documentary about his battle with PD called IT’S JUST PARKINSON’S. Check out his Instagram @itsjustparkinsons, he lifts amazing weight but more importantly shows nothing is impossible, attitude is everything! Special thanks to Scott Carlisle for posting his story!

I INTRODUCE JOHN AT THE 2:40 MARK, SORRY FOR YHE LONG INTRODUCTARY MUSIC

RePost of 7/22/21 show on radioparkies:

We have Tracy Leigh of ELITE Boxing and Ryan Roach founder of https://punch4parkinsons.com/ Tracey, owner of Elite Boxing & Fitness (http://www.eliteboxingandfitness.com/) talks about her Rock Steady program, an early experience with a Parkinson’s boxer, how they support a friend in need and how she can currently offer RSB classes for free!

Ryan talks about how he started punch4parkinsons.com which is a 501c3 registered non-profit. First by using his own money then through a charity boxing night and on-line auctions. Ryan is now able to fund numerous boxing programs for PWPs (People with Parkinson’s).

Catch all radioparkies shows on https://www.mixcloud.com/radioparkieswebradio/stream/ Catch all of my shows on https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/ Interested in telling your Parkinson's story? Visit our website at https://www.parkinsonspodcast.net/ and drop us an email

RePost of 7/22/21 show on radioparkies:

We have Tracy Leigh of ELITE Boxing and Ryan Roach founder of https://punch4parkinsons.com/ Tracey, owner of Elite Boxing & Fitness (http://www.eliteboxingandfitness.com/) talks about her Rock Steady program, an early experience with a Parkinson’s boxer, how they support a friend in need and how she can currently offer RSB classes for free!

Ryan talks about how he started punch4parkinsons.com which is a 501c3 registered non-profit. First by using his own money then through a charity boxing night and on-line auctions. Ryan is now able to fund numerous boxing programs for PWPs (People with Parkinson’s).

Catch all radioparkies shows on https://www.mixcloud.com/radioparkieswebradio/stream/ Catch all of my shows on https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/ Interested in telling your Parkinson's story? Visit our website at https://www.parkinsonspodcast.net/ and drop us an email

RePost of the Live show Thursday (7/15/21) at 6 EST on radioparkies.com

We have yet another inspiring interview with Robin Fred Simons. In this 40 minute interview Robin talks about his book "Dancing on the mountain tops" https://books.apple.com/.../dancing-on-the.../id1556544436 having Parkinson's for 24 years, the benefits and drawbacks of APOMORPHINE and DBS. He discusses climbing 150 mountains, how to keep depression at bay and the ups and downs in his fight against Parkinson's. Catch this heartfelt interview.

RePost of the Live show Thursday (7/15/21) at 6 EST on radioparkies.com

We have yet another inspiring interview with Robin Fred Simons. In this 40 minute interview Robin talks about his book "Dancing on the mountain tops" https://books.apple.com/.../dancing-on-the.../id1556544436 having Parkinson's for 24 years, the benefits and drawbacks of APOMORPHINE and DBS. He discusses climbing 150 mountains, how to keep depression at bay and the ups and downs in his fight against Parkinson's. Catch this heartfelt interview.

REPOST FROM 6/24/21 Tonight at 6:00 on radioparkies we're going with a best of interview. Nearly five years ago we spoke with Lit Within founder Allie Topperwein. For those who aren't aware, Allie was the original person with PD to appear as a contestant on American Ninja Warrior. Listen in and hear how she was handling PD back then. This was one of our most listened to interviews back in 2016-12017

REPOST FROM 7/1/21 Thursday from 6-7 we have Dena Raimondo Paolino and SHELLY "SHELITO'S WAY" VINCENT they talk about the RSB Beauties & Beasts program and 2 time boxing champion Shelly talks about her appearance in the movie CATCH THE FAIR ONE

"I honestly believe I was meant to have this disease; I honestly believe it. Because too many things have happened in my life, since I was diagnosed, to reaffirm to me that I was supposed to have it, ad touch other people’s lives."

-Paul Cluff

THIS SHOW INCLUDES MUSIC BY METALLICA, TRIBE AND RUN DMC AND AN INTERVIEW WITH PAUL

Thursday night (6/10/21) at 6 EST on radioparkies.com, Heather and I talk with Paul Cluff the founder of cantshakeme.org. Diagnosed just before turning 40 (now 43), we cover many issues concerning Young Onset Parkinson's Disease (YOPD). Subject matter includes trouble accepting the initial diagnosis, the importance of a supportive partner, reaching out to others in the community, off periods, faith, bradykinesia, dystonia, anxiety, goals and much more. Listen LIVE Thursday nights at 6:00 Eastern time only on radioparkies.com!

Check out his webpage at cantshakeme.org

Check out his videos on youtube.com, search "Can't shake me”

Check out other DJ's at https://www.mixcloud.com/radioparkieswebradio/stream/

Check out all of our shows at https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/

Check out our website at https://www.parkinsonspodcast.net/ Leave a message!

"I honestly believe I was meant to have this disease; I honestly believe it. Because too many things have happened in my life, since I was diagnosed, to reaffirm to me that I was supposed to have it, ad touch other people’s lives."

-Paul Cluff

Thursday night (6/10/21) at 6 EST on radioparkies.com, Heather and I talk with Paul Cluff the founder of cantshakeme.org. Diagnosed just before turning 40 (now 43), we cover many issues concerning Young Onset Parkinson's Disease (YOPD). Subject matter includes trouble accepting the initial diagnosis, the importance of a supportive partner, reaching out to others in the community, off periods, faith, bradykinesia, dystonia, anxiety, goals and much more. Listen LIVE Thursday nights at 6:00 Eastern time only on radioparkies.com!

Check out his webpage at cantshakeme.org

Check out his videos on youtube.com, search "Can't shake me”

Check out other DJ's at https://www.mixcloud.com/radioparkieswebradio/stream/

Check out all of our shows at https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/

Check out our website at https://www.parkinsonspodcast.net/ Leave a message!

RePOST From 6/3/23, 6:00-7:00 EST PM on Radioparkies.com we profile Tim Hague. Tim (along with Tim Jr) won the Amazing race Canada season one

He is also the author of the book Perseverance: the seven skills you need to survive, thrive and accomplish more than you ever imagined. (http://www.timsr.ca)

Tim is also the founder of U-Turn Parkinsons https://www.uturnparkinsons.org/

He is a Professional Speaker, Parkinson's Advocate and TEDx speaker. In this very candid interview, we talk about growing up as a multi-racial adopted child in the 1960’s, the light and dark side of Parkinson’s, his nonprofit U-TURN Parkinson's and much more.

RePOST From 6/3/23, 6:00-7:00 EST PM on Radioparkies.com we profile Tim Hague. Tim (along with Tim Jr) won the Amazing race Canada season one

He is also the author of the book Perseverance: the seven skills you need to survive, thrive and accomplish more than you ever imagined. (http://www.timsr.ca)

Tim is also the founder of U-Turn Parkinsons https://www.uturnparkinsons.org/

He is a Professional Speaker, Parkinson's Advocate and TEDx speaker. In this very candid interview, we talk about growing up as a multi-racial adopted child in the 1960’s, the light and dark side of Parkinson’s, his nonprofit U-TURN Parkinson's and much more.

RePOST from (6/3/21, 5:00-6:00 PM EST we have Rachel Moss. Rachel is a Physician Assistant (PA) at the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders (MIND). As a PA (specializing in Movement disorders), Rachel works directly with the patients. In this interview we talk about why she chose Parkinson’s Patients, the motor and non-motor symptoms associated with PD and her work with Dr. Aaron Ellenbogen at MIND. https://mindonline.com/ MIND – Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders is the area’s leading provider of comprehensive neurological care for the full range of injuries and disorders of the brain, spine and nervous system. With state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge resources on site, MIND is a one-stop shop for the diagnosis, treatment and management of neurological disorders. MIND provides individualized care to help improve symptoms as well as assisting with emotional and lifestyle needs

RePOST from (6/3/21, 5:00-6:00 PM EST we have Rachel Moss. Rachel is a Physician Assistant (PA) at the Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders (MIND). As a PA (specializing in Movement disorders), Rachel works directly with the patients. In this interview we talk about why she chose Parkinson’s Patients, the motor and non-motor symptoms associated with PD and her work with Dr. Aaron Ellenbogen at MIND. https://mindonline.com/ MIND – Michigan Institute for Neurological Disorders is the area’s leading provider of comprehensive neurological care for the full range of injuries and disorders of the brain, spine and nervous system. With state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge resources on site, MIND is a one-stop shop for the diagnosis, treatment and management of neurological disorders. MIND provides individualized care to help improve symptoms as well as assisting with emotional and lifestyle needs

Interviews with Catherine Powers and biographer Jake Brown Catherine is the wife of late country music legend Freddy Powers. Freddy wrote numerous hit country songs for artists such as Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard (6 number ones), Big & Rich and many others. Freddy also produced and performed many great country songs. Join us as we talk about their lives, how Freddy worked through PARKINSON’S INSPIRING MANY and continued to live the life he wanted, culminating in the book and MOVIE (In the works) called The Spree of 83: The Life And Times Of Freddy Powers

The Spree of 83: The Life And Times Of Freddy Powers was co-written with by Freddy with his wife, Catherine Powers, and biographer Jake Brown. The memoir recounts first-hand the story behind Powers’ decades-long career in the music business, including his battle with Parkinson’s disease in the years leading to his death in 2016.

RePost of last nights show (Thursday May 20) on Radioparkies @ 6:00 EST

We start off with the executive director of the APDA of Massachusetts, Bill Patjane. Join us as Bill talks about this year’s optimism walk.

Next up we talk again with Nathan Lee Ward who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at 26. Nathan discusses hitting rock bottom, finding God, helping others and finding purpose in our acceptance of PD

Last up we have Catherine Powers and biographer Jake Brown Catherine is the wife of late country music legend Freddy Powers. Freddy wrote numerous hit country songs for artists such as Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard (6 number ones), Big & Rich and many others. Freddy also produced and performed many great country songs. Join us as we talk about their lives, how Freddy worked through PARKINSON’S INSPIRING MANY and continued to live the life he wanted, culminating in the book and MOVIE (In the works) called The Spree of 83: The Life And Times Of Freddy Powers

The Spree of 83: The Life And Times Of Freddy Powers was co-written with by Freddy with his wife, Catherine Powers, and biographer Jake Brown. The memoir recounts first-hand the story behind Powers’ decades-long career in the music business, including his battle with Parkinson’s disease in the years leading to his death in 2016.

We talk again with Nathan Lee Ward who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at 26. Nathan discusses hitting rock bottom, finding God, helping others and finding purpose in our acceptance of PD.

Executive Director of the APDA of Massachusetts, Bill Patjane. Join us as Bill talks about this year’s optimism walk.

Repost from Thursday May 13 on at 6:00 EST on Radioparkies.com we have the one and only Jimmy Choi! Check it out as we talk with Jimmy about: Setting burpee and push up world records The gifts from Parkinson's His book in the very early stages How Cheryl balances his crazy PD hitches since High School baseball Great friendships and support from the Ninja and Parkinson Communities How his parents shaped him to who he is today Name drops include John Ball, Paul Cluff (will Paul make a run at Jimmy's records?) and Eric Slominski

Special thanks to co-hosts Mike Achin, Gavin Mogan and Heather Kennedy

RePost from 5/6 on radioparkies.com, we have an amazing chat with Maryum "May May Ali". Listen in as she discusses the Unity walk and shares some personal stories about her, her world famous father/boxing legend Muhammad Ali.

"May May Ali, you are an amazing force for good, thank you for your advocacy!" Mary Beth Arzac @ArzacBeth Interview starts at 4.30 ends at 45.30

Parkinsons #interview #MuhammadAli #podcast #2MikesPDPodcast

*Warning sensitive subject matter about living with Parkinson’s and the medication involved will be discussed (among other subjects)

PODCAST of LIVE show on Radioparkies.com 2/29/21 were the stories of Vicki Dillon and Gaynor Edwards

About Vicki:

Vicki was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease (YOPD) in February 2007, aged just 35.

Vicki is passionate about speaking about living with Parkinson's and has travelled the word telling her powerful, sad, funny, disturbing, medical-history-making and ultimately heart warming story in her own unique style.

Life with Parkinson's is never boring and Vicki's aim is to educate and inspire you - with some laughter, tears and brain surgery along the way.

About Gaynor:

After a few years experiencing symptoms she attributed to stress, Gaynor Edwards visited her general practitioner and learned that the symptoms instead were caused by something neurological. Nine months of various scans later, she received a diagnosis of Young Onset Parkinson’s at the age of 42. “‘You have Parkinson’s.’ Those are three words no one wants to hear,” she says.

Gaynor found support and resources in the UK’s major Parkinson’s charity, but she quickly discovered that YOPD wasn’t a focus there. “I thought, ‘Well, it’s needed. We need to start a charity dedicated to Young Onset. I guess I’ll have to do it.’ So, I did.”

Gaynor founded and continues to lead Spotlight YOPD (a registered charity in the UK)

*The views expressed are not necessarily the views of 2 Mikes PD Podcast, its hosts, or radioparkies

Only 29 when diagnosed with PD, Benjamin Stecher, co-authored the book Brain Fables.

Brain Fables An estimated 80 million people live with a neurodegenerative disease, with this number expected to double by 2050. Despite decades of research and billions in funding there are no medications that can slow, much less stop, the progress of these diseases. The Time to rethink degenerative brain disorders has come. With no biological boundaries between neurodegenerative diseases, illnesses such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's result from a large spectrum of biological abnormalities, hampering effective treatment. Acclaimed neurologist Dr Alberto Espay and Parkinson's advocate Benjamin Stecher present compelling evidence that these diseases should be targeted according to genetic and molecular signatures rather than clinical diagnoses. BRAIN FABLES is a wakeup call to the scientific community, explaining why we have no effective disease-modifying treatments, and how we can get on track

Nathan Lee Ward was diagnosed with Parkinson's at 26. Nathan battled through agonist drugs, brain fog and other PD related issues such as appetite and sleep deprivation. Nathan decided to give cannabis a try., and eventually gave up his Parkinson's drugs. With the right strain and right approach Nathan feels clear headed, sleeps better, and has improved his appetite. He understands this may not work for everyone; it does work for him.

Repost from 4/14/21, 6:00 PM EST radioparkies.com we start the show off with Shane McPhee talking about the upcoming virtual event for the Worldwide Parkinson’s Program (WPP), which will be held on Thursday, April 22 starting at 7:00. To sign up for free go to https://pdprogram.kindful.com/e/virtual-gala-2021. Next up we have Carol Walton President and CEO of the Parkinson’s Alliance. Carol talks about this years Unity Walk which for the 2nd consecutive year will be held virtually. We talk about the walk, what drove her passion to help People with Parkinson’s, how in 2022, the event should be live again in NYC, and much more. The annual Parkinson's unity Walk will be Saturday April 24th, register at http://support.unitywalk.org/ Hear us LIVE every Thursday at 6 EST on radioparkies.com

Re-Post of Thursday evening show at 6 EST on Radioparkies.com, we have fitness guru Russ Parker.

Russ, a personal trainer who was diagnosed with Parkinson's 5 years ago, talks about innovative ideas so everyone can enjoy exercise such as gardening, carrying luggage, and focusing on each person individually to help design a program they'll enjoy. We discuss how and why he maintains a positive attitude. Also, we talk about his show with Karl Sterling called Neurobros, and much more. We really enjoyed getting to know Russ, I'm sure you will too!

Re-Post of Thursday 4/1/21 at 6:00 on radioparkies.com we have Chad Moir and Saba Shahid, a wonderful couple who’ve helped many Parkinson’s patients with innovative programs through exercise (http://dopafit.com/) , creative movement and hand writing (https://creativeneurology.com/)

Chad is the founder of Dopafit, a Parkinson’s movement program based in Massachusetts but available throughout the world. Chad is certified in Rock Steady Boxing, PRW! Moves, and Delay the Disease. He continues his education by earning credits for Parkinson’s Fitness through the International Sports Science Association

Saba is the author of “Let’s Combat Micrographia” an interactive workbook series, which helps those living with Parkinson’s disease improve their symptom of micrographia (small handwriting). It is the only book of its kind and is currently sold worldwide in English and Spanish. The show starts off with a poem by Shane McPhee called "Tide"

Adam Ant

Joan Jett

Rainbow

38 Special

Eddie Money

Madness

Def Leppard

Pretenders

Tubes

Dexy's Midnight Runners

Men at work

Duran Duran

Police

INTERVIEW: Part 2 of a 2 part interview series with retired NBA star BRIAN GRANT. In this interview we dig in on his book/his life story, who helped him in his life (Uncle John, his mother, Enzo Simone + others), his battle with Parkinson's, THE BRIAN GRANT FOUNDATION, who's the best basketball player of all time and much more.

You can also listen to this episode and all of our shows on:

https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/

https://podcasts.apple.com/.../2-mikes.../id1537782063

mixcloud.com/michael-quaglia/

and most major podcast sites

The Kinks

The Who

REO Speedwagon

Red Rider

The Police

Rick Springfield

ELO

Joe Walsh

Styx

Pat Benatar

Queen

Quarterflash

J Giels

Tommy Tutone

Bruce Springsteen

Re-Post of 6:00 EST, Thursday, March 18 We have the first of a 2 part interview with retired NBA star BRIAN GRANT. Book: REBOUND on Amazon by April 6, 2021 PART 2 March 25 at 6:00 PM EST on radioparkies.com

After a 12-year NBA career, Brian was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson’s disease. Brian speaks from a unique perspective, adjusting to life with PD from a background of elite physical conditioning. In this stark and engaging autobiography, he reflects on his altered worldview and the importance of focusing on what Parkinson’s offers, rather than what it takes away.

We talk with Brian about his foundation, his life in the NBA, why he co wrote the book REBOUND, his family, friends, hardship, successes in a unbelievably honest interview of his life with Parkinson's

re-Post of Thursday 3/18/21

Linda K Olson shares her incredible story, becoming a triple amputee at 29, how she overcame, then being diagnosed with Parkinson's at 65 and how she stays positive!

Her website https://lindakolson.com/

Book review by Affinity magazine Gone: A Memoir of Love, Body, and Taking Back My Life is a memoir by triple-amputee Linda Olson. While, admittedly, memoir isn’t my genre of choice, Olson’s story was incredible and enticing. From the first page, I was drawn into Olson’s narrative and consumed the rest of the book quickly thereafter. Olson is witty, honest, and resilient. She bars no details about her incredible recovery: every detail of Olson’s miraculous story is conveyed through Gone. She doesn’t ask for pity, in fact, she repeatedly infuses humor into her situation in an attempt to make both the reader and her family laugh! Gone was a wholly enjoyable and inspiring read for me, especially at a time when reflection and perspective are necessary.

Re-Post of Thursday 3/11/21 show on radioparkies.com We interview Bradley McDaniels PhD. After his mother was diagnosed with Parkinson's Bradley decided to quit his job in Pharmaceutical Sales, went back to school and earn his PhD, he was 43. Today Bradley is an Assistant Professor at the University of North Texas, his focus is on well-being, quality of life issues, meaning and purpose, positive psychology, apathy, and psychosocial adaptation among individuals with chronic illness and disability with a particular interest in Parkinson’s disease. This interview covers a variety of Parkinson's subjects but we really dig in on YOPD and APATHY. Link to his PD YOPD Survey: https://unt.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6zltR8eEuc1zIyh Also, Shane McPhee recites his latest work "The ABC's of his life with PD

Music and movie clips from 1980

Joe Walsh

David Bowie

ELO Billy Joel

Carol King

Heart

The Vapors

DEVO Donnie Irus

Genesis

Kenny Loggins

Pat Benetar

Pete Townshend

Pink Floyd

Blondie

Re-Post of 3/4/21 show, we interview Peter O'neil of Charter Financial, everything you wanted to know about MEDICARE.

Peter Oneil is certified in Medicare and Senior Planning He works for Charter Financial Group With 34 years as a license accident health and life broker Peter has over 20 years in Human resources and is a Certified Senior Advisor With a focus on the senior market, Peter helps his clients with: Medicare and Medicaid Planning Life Insurance Final Expense Insurance Retirement Planning and Long-term Care insurance Peter Is a No-fee planner with all the services Charter provides. (100% supported by the Medicare Plans and the other plan providers he works with).

Also at 6, Mike Achin talks about his recent experience with fainting, offers real life tips on fall safety.

RePost of Thursday 2/25/21show on radioparkies.com First up we have poet and writher Shane McPhee, listen in as he recites his latest poem called "Meant to be" Next up we have Mike and Gail Achin, hear their story about writing a children's book called Starkinson's: Starkinsons is about a star that has Parkinson's Disease. He hides behind the moon hoping no one notices something is wrong. He soon finds out that even with this diagnosis there are activities he can do that will help him to "Stay Bright!" Last up, Gavin and I interview Michael S Fitts as he discusses his journey with Parkinson's Michael's bio: In 2001 became the first African American faculty member of the Lister Hill Library of the Health Sciences and later went on to become both the first African American assistant director and assistant dean. In 2015, Michael was appointed to the UAB/Lakeshore Research Collaborative — an organization whose primary goal is to promote the health and wellness of people with disabilities. In addition to his more than 20-year career with UAB, he serves as an advocate for the education of those with early-onset Parkinson’s by being as an example of living successfully and productively with the disease.

re-post of Thursday show 2/18 on radioparkies.com

Roughly 3 years ago Bill Bucklew spread Parkinson’s awareness throughout the world with a 2500 mile walk across America covering over 40 miles each day, as he set a record for the fastest walk across the USA.

Last year he set another record with the largest online sit to stand workout as 3500 people from around the world participated.

Then Bill decides to host an online wine tasting event which had 7000 people participate (More than Martha Stewart) all for the benefit of the Parkinson’s community

But that’s not what this interview is about.

Check out 2 Mikes and catch the in-depth interview as Bill talks about family, work, philosophy, what drives and who inspires him. How, Social Connection, Diet and Exercise are equally important to live your best life with PD, and so much more.

Re-Post of Thursday (2/11/21) show at 6 EST on radioparkies.com

Todd Vogt was diagnosed with PD in 2018 at the age of 43 and thought his rowing career was over. Fast forward to today, Todd is training for a spot on the U.S. Paralympic National Team. listen in to catch tonight's LIVE show on radioparkies.com for another inspiring story brought to you by the 2 mikes!

Interested in rowing? Check out the group "Row to Slow Parkinson's" founded by Ned Neuhaus.

RE POST of Thursday 6 EST show on radioparkies.com

The 2 Mike’s and Gavin, have a 45 minute interview with the Parkinson’s Diva, Maria Deleon (https://www.facebook.com/defeatparkinsons101) . Imagine being a Neurologist and Movement Disorder Specialist, taking care of many Parkinson’s patients, then being diagnosed with Parkinson’s yourself. Listen in as Maria offers her incredible perspective of being a Doctor treating PD, then a patient and how/why the Hispanic community needs help.

You can also to this episode and all of our shows on:

https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/

https://podcasts.apple.com/.../2-mikes.../id1537782063

mixcloud.com/michael-quaglia/

Catch us LIVE every Thursday evening at 6:00 EST

We lead off with Fred Manning who had DBS surgery nearly 2 months ago, he talks about his experience.

After Fred we have an interview with Jonathan Braddock. Jon talks about his life before and life after his Parkinson’s diagnosis which was roughly a year ago. Additionally, Jon talks about his book called the “YOPD CLUB”. He talks about why he wrote it and the people he interviewed for the book. This is a must read if your newly diagnosed or seasoned PD’ers like me.

Remember to leave a review after you read it, check out this review.

“If ever there was a book to allay your fears and answer so many of your questions after a YOPD diagnosis, this is it. These ten inspirational people demonstrate exactly what every ‘newbie’ needs to know - that they and Parkinson’s can live a pretty normal, productive and happy life alongside each other, but also that it’s ok to have bad days and be scared about the future. Congratulations to William J. Braddock for filling so well a much needed gap in the available reading matter for young onset Parkinson’s people. His intelligence, empathy and straightforward, honest approach shine through.”

Thursday night 1/14/21 at 6:00 EST on radioparkies.com

Leading off we have Brett Miller of 110 Fitness, Brett and his team have developed the first wellness app specifically designed for Parkinson's patients, and he gives us an update on Wilson.

Next up we have Professional speaker John Baumann. John was diagnosed with PD 20 years ago talks about how he stays positive with Parkinson's especially during these Covid times.

Catch us live at Thursday’s 6:00 PM EST on radioparkies.com

All radioparkie shows are on https://www.mixcloud.com/radioparkieswebradio/stream/

To expand our audience catch all of 2 Mikes Parkinson’s Podcast on virtually all Podcast platforms, including:

https://podcasts.apple.com/.../2-mikes.../id1537782063 https://podcasts.google.com/.../aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlY... https://www.iheart.com/.../269-2-mikes-parkinsons.../ https://twomikespdpodcast.podbean.com/

Thursday show (January 7, 2020) at 6 EST on radioparkies.com we have Armand Gilks the Director of The World Parkinson's Program. Along with Armand we have board member Shane McPhee. Tune in to check out this tremendous charity that provides free Parkinson's meds to people in need throughout the world. https://pdprogram.org/

Thursday's 12/31/2020 guest David Vobora, was the last pick in the 2008 NFL Draft otherwise known as, mister irrelevant. He had a solid 4 year career, then battled opiates. In 2014, after a quadruple amputee showed up in his gym, David found his passion. Today, David is working with our own Gavin Mogan.

Updated show from 2016:

Show includes Christmas music and conversation's with Veronica Garcia Hayes from the book "I am Rock Steady" and our 1st conversation ever with Heather Kennedy

Conversations include:

Initial Diagnosis

Finding support & inspiration through RSB

Family support

Physical vs non motor

Agonists

Sleep deprivation

Cognition

It’s a roller coaster

Depression and how to fight through it

New friends great community

Does Parkinson’s define you

Matt Eagles tells his unbelievable Parkinson’s story from diagnosis when he was just 7, being picked on by his elementary teachers, getting physically strong, how he enjoys making people laugh, to today 45 years later and how he manages to stay positive. parkylife.com.

Matt has an incredible way about him that make's everyone around him smile.

The show starts off with Boston musician Sean Danehy and Bill Patjane of the Massachusetts APDA talking about a virtual fundraiser starring local to Boston Country and Folk artists in honor of Sean’s father and local radio folk legend Dick Pleasants.

REPOST OF Thursday 12/3/20 LIVE show

Catch the story of College professor with New York University Karen Raphael. We talk about her diagnosis in 2009 and:

Living your best life Research Advocacy (questions to ask, when to walk away) Clinicians vs clinical researchers Neurochemical changes that occur with exercise Intensity of your workout to induce positive change Concept of motivation Gratitude And More!

About Karen: Experienced Professor with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education and clinical research environment. Strong professional skills in design and conduct of epidemiological studies and clinical trials. Engaging lecturer and teacher on a range of evidence-based topics related to orofacial and musculoskeletal pain, Parkinson's Disease Research Advocacy, critical methodological appraisal. Prolific author of peer reviewed publications.

With Sherryl Klingelhoffer and Hannington Kabugo. Sheryll and Hannington are doing amazing work spreading parkinson's awareness throughout Uganda, tune in to hear their stories.

Can you imagine having a neurological condition and your family won't touch you because they're afraid they will catch your condition? Or that people believe you practice witchcraft because of your condition?

This is what Parkinson's (PD) in Uganda often feels like. We're shifting perceptions of PD so those suffering with it and their families can reverse their normally rapid declines.

https://parkinsonssibuko.org

Originally aired August 5, 2017

Also a must listen interview with talented artist Tim Brandt. Check it out as Tim displays incredible perspective about his life with Parkinson's Disease.

Tim's website https://www.shakingarts.com/

Originally aired in January, 2020

For those who missed the live feed on radioparkies.com, here's the story of Elise and Brendan Ferriera. Both are veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan. Years after losing his left arm, battling PTSD, depression and weight gain, Brendan Ferreira with the support of his wife Elise, used community-based fitness to heal and start their own Cross fit gym to help others. Don't forget to like our facebook page 2 Mikes Radio for updates!

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/injured-veterans-turn-their-lives-around-with-crossfit/?fbclid=IwAR194nQAdoL7uD7W0EEGksV7X5plq5IbARmNDh4xj9tn65QZMTUxIRTL9Zo

Originally aired 3.25.20

Mike Achin gets his groove back in a fun interview with the Rock Steady Boxing trio of Bryan Pressner, Chris Mitchell Timberlake and Kristy Rose Follmar

. Check it out as we talk about RSB plans, Oreos, mint Oreos, boxer assessments, Kristy's cooking show, April Fools and Liver shots.

RePost of Thursday 11/5/20 show. We have Dr. Jack Jacobs, the CEO of Zhittya Regenerative Medicine Inc.,

About Zhittya:

Zhittya Regenerative Medicine is a bio-pharmaceutical company which is developing biological drugs to treat diseases which result from a lack of blood flow to an organ or tissue, including such diseases as heart disease, stroke, vascular dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, diabetic foot ulcers and more.

About Dr. Jack Jacobs Dr. Jacobs is overseeing clinical development programs in advancing FGF-1 for a number of diseases characterized by a lack of blood perfusion to a specific tissue or organ. Of particular note, he has initiated new programs at Zhittya to explore whether these drugs may be useful to treat vascular diseases of the brain, including Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease.

2nd half of the show we have another installment with the parkie posse with Mike Achin, Gavin Mogan and Heather Kennedy

The Posse will discuss the following topics

What would you give up for a cure tomorrow? Is Parkinson's a gift or a curse? Accepting Reality, being the best you. Would you want a cure if you had lifelong depression? Dystonia

All this and music from Tobey Mac!

From April 24, 2020 Interviews with Bill Patjane Massachusetts Director of APDA (Parkinson's organization), Carol Walton CEO of the Parkinson's Alliance and inspirational speaker Maryum Ali otherwise known as "May May"

Bills interview comes on at the 11:30 mark May Mays interview comes on at the 36:00 minute mark Carols interview comes on at just after the hour mark

Music tracks: Johnny Cash, Rolling Stones, Aerosmith, Talking Heads, John Meyer and Police

Catch the Parkinson's story of Richard Huckabee . Once 240 lbs and dealing with dopamine agonists, Richard fought back, today he weighs 175 lbs and off Dopamine agonists, very inspiring story.

Also, listen and learn about spasmotic dysphonia

music tonight, old school hip hop!

maddash #palsinmotion #maddashunabashed

special thanks to Pals in motion and In motion!

From 5/29/2020 Isabell Senft-Daniel, Executive director of PJ's support group talks about how they grew from a local support group to an international support group which has lead to the viral video of our fellow parkies singing "Every Little Thing is Going to be alright" by Bob Marley

Leslie Hatley Peters talks about her experience as a care partner and her advocacy efforts which lead to being named advocate of the year earning the Milly Kondracke Award for Outstanding Advocacy.

Finally we talk with Dan Gearhart about his battle with Parkinson's, the good, the bad and the ugly including 5 years in the military and exposure to PCB's during I the 1989 earthquakes in California.

Aired on radioparkies.com 06/05/2020 Interviews with Paige Newton and Carol Clupny author of The Ribbon of Road Ahead

Paige Newton: Texas Strong PD Warrior Paige Newton Talks about what you CAN do with Parkinson's, anxiety, cannabis and how friends/family help. SHOUT OUT TO #NGU FAMILY

Carol Clupny: Talks about her Parkinson's Journey and her Book: Ribbon of Road Ahead

https://www.amazon.com/Ribbon-Road-Ahead.../dp/1733552405

The Ribbon of Road Ahead: One Woman's Remarkable Journey with Parkinson's DIsease

DOPAMINE RUSH #2 - RELAXING MUSIC

Researchers found that listening to music releases the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain and sends pleasure signals to the rest of the body. And the more pleasing the music is to the ear, the more intensely pleasurable the experience is for the body.

Soothing music ACOUSTIC style with various artists (mellow). Experts say relaxing smooth beats can aid in helping sleep. So grab your headphones, feel you body sink into your bed and chill. No talking just tranquil ocean noise in the background Playlist

Dream on by Boyce Avenue

Africa by Choas Devine

Demons by Boyce Avenue

November Rain by Sandi Thom

Take on Me by the Moon Loungers

Betty Davis Eyes by Julz De Sizo

Behind Blue Eyes by Mike Massey

To Love Somebody, Water & Rust

A Story of My Life by Denis Kalytovski

Randy Coleman - "Bohemian Rhapsody"

Jumper - Third Eye Blind (Boyce Avenue acoustic cover)

Unsteady by Santana North

Fix You By Boyce Avenue

Somewhere Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World Medley by Justin Diaz

Show re-post from 8/7/20 First up we have Pao Celi, diagnosed 26 years ago with Parkinson's at the age of 12! This amazing woman has backpacked through Europe, became an economist, had 20 articles published,got married, raised a family....thanks Gavin for the introduction!

Next up we have Navin P. Kumar, born with congenital heart disease, then diagnosed with Parkinson's in his 30's. Navin has a zest for life like no other, he's battled his entire life and maintains a positive outlook which has led to becoming a ping pong championship and to his blossoming acting career!

So honored to have these 2 incredible people on our show!

7/16/20 Michael Moustulas was diagnosed with ALS this past November, like many of us he has grown frustrated waiting for a drug to be approved by the FDA that has been out for 10 years, he also talks about how we the neuro community can help each other out. Karl Sterling is the author of the groundbreaking book PARKINSON REGENERATION TRAINING. In this interview we focus in on chapter 5 “The Amazing Brain” Karl talks about how he started working with PD patients, exercise and how a hormone BDNF benefits all of us

BUY THE BOOK ALL PROCEEDS GO TO CHARITY wwww.thepdbook.com ALS Donations to: https://bit.ly/FeffinStrongPayPal

REPOST OF THURSDAY 5/21/20 SHOW

Camp Lejeune based in North Carolina, was profiled in the book Ending Parkinson's Disease (www.EndingPD.Org). Show includes veterans Amy Lindberg and Glen Harding, Amy and Glen are currently battling Parkinson's.

About camp Lejeune: -Worst water contamination site in the history of the United States -Extremely high levels of trichloroethylene in the well water -trichloroethylene is directly linked to Parkinson's

Also, get ready to TESTIFY as we have a sit down with our warrior brother Ian Rodriguez

ParkinsonPACT #EndingPD

DOPAMINE RUSH METAL HOUR #2: HALLOWEEN If you enjoy blaring guitars, horror movies then you’ll like this program Tonight’s show includes classics such as I Put a Spell on You, Sympathy for the Devil, Psycho Killer BUT with an edge, all songs are performed by Metal Bands such as Motorhead and Disturbed check it out. NO TALKING, Just Music & scary sounds!

Song Playlist

Phantom of the Opera by Nightwish Bad Moon Rising by Mourning Ritual I put a Spell on you by Halo That Kills Hungry Like the Wolf by Amaru Under Pressure By Chemical Romance When You’re Strange Leo Marachiolli Psycho Killer by Velvet Revolver Run Run Away By Vexillum Maniac by Firewind Sympathy For the Devil by Motorhead Don’t Fear the Reaper by Leo Marachioli Paint it Black Hidden Citizens Mad World by Melodiocka Brothers Highway to Hell by Sershen & Zaritskaya Just Died in Your Arms Tonight by Throw the Fight Sounds of Silence by Disturbed

Russ Bradford, talks about going global with Parkinson's Concierge, which is an online platform for all things Parkinson's from products to services.

Kathy Titus Dodd, Diagnosed with PD 11 years ago at 55, tells her story

Keith McKoy, Diagnosed with Parkinsonism at 36, re-diagnosed with Parkinson's at 38 tells his story

It’s been said that listening to music releases the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain and sends pleasure signals to the rest of the body. That being said, I’m pleased to announce my first DOPAMINE RUSH SHOW! Tonight’s show includes classics such as Take me home Country roads, The Thunder rolls, What a Wonderful world BUT with an edge, all songs are performed by Metal Bands! Check out Leo Maracholli, Nickleback, Metallica and more playing their versions of these and other great classics!

Larry Gifford host and creator of the award winning podcast "When Life gives you Parkinson's". Talk covers his podcast, personal battle with Parkinson's, working and dealing with motor symptoms, non motor symptoms, family, how the Parkinson's drug sinemet is no longer being manufactured, deep brain simulation (DBS), the beauty of the Parkinson's community and why we need to rally for the cure.

RE-POST OF THURSDAY OCTOBER 8, 2020 . Posse is defined as “a group of people who have a common characteristic, occupation, or purpose” In our first show we tackle hot subjects in the PD World such as the PD AVENGERS, Parkinson’s AFRICA, “Ending Parkinson’s Disease”, getting the PD world to exercise, and much more.

Last week 2 Mikes introduced the DOPAMINE RUSH HOUR (Metal songs covering classic hits). This week we’re happy to announce the PARKIE POSSE with myself, Mike Achin, Heather Kennedy and Gavin Mogan

RE-POST OF THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 SHOW

We are leading off tonight's show with Charlotte Allen Pwp and Russ Bradford two of the cofounders of the Parkinson's Concierge. Parkinson's Concierge is a global virtual world of Parkinson's, being the go to place, for everything Parkinson's. Offering a virtual health and wellbeing platform with a timetable of activities, what's on, Parkinson's magazine, supplying links and signposting people with Parkinson's to the best place to get the support and advice they need. We are real people with Parkinson's who live together and care for each other. Next up is Heather Kennedy, blogger, Parkinson's advocate and public speaker extraordinaire. Check out her blog at KathleenKiddo.com. I spoke with Heather last week and we had a very honest actions of what we believe were mostly caused by dopamine agonists. This is a very sensitive subject in the Parkinson's community so you’ve been warned. As always, Do not attempt to stop any Parkinson's medication without consent of your Doctor, and or neurologist, as it can be dangerous to your physical, and mental health

Great talk with Acorda Therapeutics founder Ron Cohen about INBRIJA. If you or a loved one have ever experienced OFF PERIODS (Most of us have) then this is a must listen. INBRIJA is an inhaled form of levodopa that you can use with your regular carbidopa/levodopa Parkinson’s medication. INBRIJA does not replace your regular carbidopa/levodopa medicine. INBRIJA can help manage OFF periods. INBRIJA may start to work in as soon as 10 minutes.

REPOST OF THURSDAYS 6/18/20 SHOW Parkinson's Si Buko Uganda https://parkinsonssibuko.org/ Shifting Perceptions is critical to Reversing Directions Parkinson's is not a result of witchcraft or curse. It's not a cause for shame or isolation. It's a treatable disease.

Check out the incredible heart warming story of Hannington Kabugo whose mother passed away with Parkinson's. Imagine having this disease with no medication, nobody coming near you because they believe they can catch PD. Imagine being left alone unable to move, unable to cleanse yourself for 8 years. Kabugo is bringing awareness to Uganda and his people afflicted with Parkinson's.

Part 2 of Dopamine Rush series - Relaxing music

DOPAMINE RUSH #2 - RELAXING MUSIC

Researchers found that listening to music releases the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain and sends pleasure signals to the rest of the body. And the more pleasing the music is to the ear, the more intensely pleasurable the experience is for the body.

Yesterday afternoon at 4:00 (Oct 15) we played 14 great classic songs, ACOUSTIC style with various artists (mellow). Experts say relaxing smooth beats can aid in helping sleep. So grab your headphones, feel you body sink into your bed and chill.

Enjoy!