On this week's episode we speak to J Solle, the Director or Clinical Research at the Michael J Fox Foundation, currently managing the Global Parkinson’s Genetics Program. They give us an overview of the research they are doing, the partnership with the Shake It Up Foundation, and how you can get involved. Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world wi...
Aug 23, 2023•21 min•Ep. 21
On this week's episode, we speak with Andy about his long journey to a Parkinson's diagnosis, his lifetime of experience in martial arts and his new book 'The Warrior Upgrade' that you can purchase from www.andrewdickinson.com.au Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast. Together, we can find ...
Aug 16, 2023•18 min•Ep. 20
On this week's episode, we speak to physiotherapist and the Director of Wild Physio Fitness Andrew Wild, who talks to us about his focus on working with people with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease, treatment strategies and exercise for people with YOPD. Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /po...
Aug 09, 2023•22 min•Ep. 19
On this week's episode, we speak to Mark about his incredible fundraising efforts, his dad's Parkinson's diagnosis and how his family is supporting him. To contribute to Mark's fundraising efforts, go to https://sm23.grassrootz.com/shakeitup/mark-vanhamond-equality-support Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shake...
Aug 02, 2023•20 min•Ep. 18
On this episode, Sandi returns to tell us how the hike to Mount Everest went and what the future holds for the Trek Ready team and Parky’s expeditions!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 26, 2023•27 min•Ep. 17
On this week's episode, we speak to Ash Griggs about his connection to Parkinson's, his incredible fundraising efforts this year and how loved ones can best support someone living with the disease. Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Jul 19, 2023•15 min•Ep. 16
On this episode, we speak to Tony and Wendy from 'The Adventure Is' to talk about Tony's Parkinson's diagnosis and their trip across Australia to raise money and awareness for PD. You can follow their adventure at www.theadventureis.com.au Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast. Together, we...
Jul 12, 2023•31 min•Ep. 15
On this week's episode, we speak to Shake It Up Ambassador Dil about his time in the jungle on I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here, his dad's Parkinson's journey in Sri Lanka and how he copes with the challenges. hake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on ...
Jul 05, 2023•32 min•Ep. 14
On this episode we speak to Shake It Up Australia Foundation Ambassador Phoebes Garland about her role supporting Rob, and their Parkinson's journey together. Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 28, 2023•27 min•Ep. 13
We have a little treat for you this week with returning guest Rob Ruffle on the first of many regulars update on how things are going for him and his Parkinson's journey. Host Amy takes advantage of being able to book him easily, to talk about the changing nature of the disease and the importance of monitoring treatment plans and consulting your doctor about adjustments. Rock Steady Boxing is the program mentioned in this episode. Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research t...
Jun 21, 2023•23 min•Ep. 12
On this week's episode, we speak to Louise about her Parkinson's diagnosis, the process of getting NDIS funding and her recent Deep Brain Stimulation surgery. Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 14, 2023•27 min•Ep. 11
On this episode, we speak to Christine about being diagnosed with Parkinson's while she was on the other side of the world and how gymnastics has changed her life. You can check her out in action in the videos below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1B6kUgN6WQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nx-N69SzXbg Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without P...
Jun 07, 2023•25 min•Ep. 10
On this episode we are joined by Professor Malcolm Horne to talk about his career in Parkinson's research, developments he has seen in his time, emerging treatment options and what he hopes to see in the future. Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking Australian research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on ...
May 31, 2023•24 min•Ep. 9
On this episode, we speak to the joyous Emma Tinkler about living with MS and Parkinson's, the challenges of misdiagnosis, and the mind and body based interventions she has found helpful! You can follow her journey on instagram @livingwithpdandms To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 24, 2023•28 min•Ep. 8
On this weeks episode, Joanne shares her Parkinson's story, her fundraising adventures and the Deep Brain Stimulation operation she had last year. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 17, 2023•24 min•Ep. 7
On this episode, we speak to retired Principal and sports enthusiast Glenn Gloury, who shares with us his Parkinson's story, as well as his love for his partner of 46 years, and of course the Richmond Tigers. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 10, 2023•24 min•Ep. 6
On this episode we speak to Shake it Up Ambassador Kristy Johnson about her mum who lives with Parkinson's, and her role as a carer. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast to get involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
May 03, 2023•18 min•Ep. 5
On this episode, we speak with Professor Carolyn Sue from NeuRA to discuss the Nix gene therapy research her team is currently undertaking, and how it will impact the lives of people living with Parkinson's disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast to get involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 26, 2023•26 min•Ep. 4
On this episode, we hear Sandra's story of her long road to diagnosis with Young Onset Parkinson's, as well as her upcoming trek to the Mount Everest Base Camp with Gary from Trek Ready Himalayas! You can stay up to date with the adventure here https://www.facebook.com/trekreadyhimalayas/ To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...
Apr 19, 2023•34 min•Ep. 3
On this episode, Rob Ruffle shares his Parkinson's story, the symptoms he initially experienced that lead to his diagnosis and interventions he has found helpful. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 12, 2023•32 min•Ep. 2
On this episode, founder and CEO of Shake It Up Australia Foundation Clyde Campbell shares his Parkinson's story, as well as the inception of the Shake It Up Foundation and the work researchers are currently doing. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au /podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Apr 05, 2023•26 min•Ep. 1
