The Parkinson's Podcast

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In this episode, join us for an inspiring conversation with Michelle David Lane and Susan Sapir-Fields, the founders of Louisiana Walks (LA Walks) for Parkinson’s. Discover the heartwarming story behind this annual fundraiser benefiting the Davis Phinney Foundation.

To learn more about the Louisiana Walks fundraiser, please visit: https://parkinsonswalk.org

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Season 5 Episode 12

The Parkinson's Podcast Unfiltered: Sex

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In this episode of The Parkinson’s Podcast Unfiltered, Heather Kennedy and Kat Hill dive deep into the importance and challenges of sexual health for people with Parkinson’s. Strap in for the ride: as always, with Heather and Kat and The Parkinson’s Podcast Unfiltered, nothing is off the table.

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Season 5 Episode 11 (Unfiltered Episode 2)

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Mobility Matters: NexStride and the Parkinson's Community

In this episode, we chat with Sidney Collin, the inventor of NexStride: a device transforming mobility for people with Parkinson's. Join us as Sidney shares the journey from idea to creation, offering insights about her innovative solution and overarching mission to empower people with confidence and independence.

To learn more about NexStride and DeOro Devices, please visit:https://www.getnexstride.com/ or email: [email protected]

To learn more about the Parkinson’s wellness fund, please visit: https://parkinsonswellnessfund.org/

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Season 5 Episode 10

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In the debut episode of The Parkinson's Podcast: Unfiltered, hosts Heather Kennedy and Kat Hill explore the often overlooked stigma surrounding Parkinson's. Through personal stories and insights, they challenge misconceptions and explore how shifting narratives can empower minds and reshape perceptions. Tune in for a fresh perspective on living with Parkinson's.

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Season 5 Episode 9 (Unfiltered Episode 1)

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In this episode, panelists discuss ways that Parkinson’s has affected their abilities and how they navigate these changes. As always, this panel doesn’t hold back, and we’re so fortunate to have them tell the hard truths and share their journeys with all of us.

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In this episode, Dr. Karunapuzha discusses advanced Parkinson’s with Davis Phinney Foundation Executive Director Polly Dawkins. Dr. Karunapuzha covers multiple interpretations of what “advanced Parkinson’s” means, what symptoms are associated with advanced Parkinson’s, and possible ways to manage those symptoms.

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In this episode, discover the story behind Izzy Mokotoff and Alexis Chan's innovative pen for people living with Parkinson's: SteadyScrib. Learn about their journey and motivations--inspired by Izzy's grandfather--and the impending launch of SteadyScrib, set to publicly debut later this year.

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In this episode, Mark Stacy, MD, and Peter Schmidt, PhD, discuss participation in clinical trials for Parkinson’s. Dr. Stacy is currently a Professor of Neurology at the Medical University of South Carolina, and has been involved in Parkinson’s care and research for over 30 years. Dr. Schmidt, a Davis Phinney Foundation board member, is the Chief Scientific Officer for Rho: a company that supports clinical trial strategy, design, and operations.

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This is a special edition of the Parkinson’s Podcast, presented by the No Barriers Podcast. Join us for a candid conversation with Davis Phinney, co-founder of the Davis Phinney Foundation, and Kevin Kwok, a Foundation board member, as they share their compelling journeys with Parkinson’s.

To learn more about the No Barriers Podcast, please visit:https://nobarriersusa.org/podcast/

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This content includes information about Parkinson’s and insights from our Parkinson’s community. It is not intended as a substitute for treatment advice from your own medical providers.

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In this episode, music therapist Hadley Rentz from Music Worx, Inc., explains the benefits of music therapy for people living with Parkinson’s.

To learn more about Music Worx, Inc. and their AudAbility virtual music therapy class for people living with Parkinson's, visit MusicWorx.com. You can subscribe to learn more about Music Worx, Inc. here.

To learn more about the Davis Phinney Foundation programs in Spanish, please visit our Spanish site.

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