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Episode 6 – The Other Side of the Diagnosis: Jeremy Vine and Sonya John on Family Life with Parkinson’s
Broadcaster Jeremy Vine and his sister Sonya John join Maria and Vicky for one of the most honest and moving conversations in the series: what it really means to love someone with Parkinson's, how to look after yourself when you're looking after someone else, and the practical advice Sonya wishes someone had told her 18 years ago.
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Episode 5 – Your Second Brain: Melody Mackeown on Gut Health and Parkinson’s
Gut health and Parkinson's nutrition specialist Melody Mackeown joins Maria and Vicky to explore the gut-brain connection, the difference between probiotics and prebiotics, the Mediterranean diet, and why what you eat, and when, could make a real difference to your Parkinson's.
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Episode 4 – Make Your Future Bigger: Richard Waters on Wild Swimming and Life with Parkinson’s
Award-winning travel writer and Sunday Times bestselling author Richard Waters joins Maria and Vicky to talk about cold water swimming, living with Parkinson's for 16 years, and the hard-won wisdom behind his book Swimming with the Viking of Skye. Honest, warm and full of reasons to keep going.
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Episode 3 – Reach Higher: How Climbing is Transforming Life with Parkinson’s
Could climbing be one of the best exercises for Parkinson's? Physiotherapist and paraclimbing competitor Jordi Cruz and specialist neurological physio Natalia Kaminska join Maria and Vicky to make a compelling case — covering big movements, velocity training, community, and why it's never too late to reach for the wall.
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Episode 2 – Switched On: Real Experiences of Deep Brain Stimulation
What is Deep Brain Stimulation really like? Jo Tosh and Kuhan Pushparatnam join Maria and Vicky to share their honest, uplifting and often funny personal experiences of DBS — from surgery and switching on, to adaptive technology, gratitude, and getting a new lease of life.
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Episode 1 – Plan, Prepare, Go: A Travel Guide for Parkinson’s
Travelling with Parkinson's? It's absolutely possible — and absolutely worth it. Join Maria, Vicky and occupational therapist Emma Bracher for practical tips, personal stories, and warm encouragement to help you plan your next adventure with confidence.
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Shaking It Up With Parkinson’s – Trailer
Meet your hosts Maria Lewis and Vicky Rees-Davies as they introduce Shaking It Up With Parkinson's — the podcast breaking the silence around life with Parkinson's through honest conversation, expert advice, and a healthy dose of humour. Subscribe now and catch the first episode on Thursday 5th March 2026.