Talk Epilepsy Podcast

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The Talk Epilepsy Podcast brought to you by Epilepsy Scotland helps provide information and support for people living with epilepsy.

  1. 03/21/2025

    New epilepsy diagnosis

    In this episode, we talk to Emma who was recently diagnosed with epilepsy at 19 years old and to Epilepsy Scotland's Helpline and Information Officer, Stuart, about the impact a new diagnosis of epilepsy can have on a person.

    22 min

  2. 01/27/2025

    Epilepsy Self-Management Toolkit

    In this episode, we talk to Sam Begbie, Lifestyle Management Project Worker at Quarriers and Zoe Prosser, Research Fellow & Lecturer in Social Design at Glasgow School of Art about Quarriers new epilepsy self-management toolkit. You can find out more the epilepsy self-management toolkit at toolkit.quarriers.org.uk

    31 min

  3. 11/28/2024

    Annie Brooks' path from epilepsy to triathlons

    In this episode, we talk to Annie Brooks who was diagnosed with epilepsy in 2012. She discusses how she felt when first diagnosed with epilepsy, why she first started to do triathlons and her experiences of competing in the Ironman World Championships in Kona.

    22 min

  4. 10/31/2024

    More than seizures: Ben opens up about mental health

    Meet Ben, our latest #TalkEpilepsyPodcast guest, as he opens up about his powerful journey with epilepsy and mental health. In this raw and honest episode, Ben shares:• His diagnosis at age 14• The unexpected emotional challenges• How he found his way forward• Insights that could help others on similar paths If you are struggling with your mental health, please call our freephone Helpline on 0808 800 2200 or email us at contact@epilepsyscotland.org.uk

    28 min

  5. 10/14/2024

    SUDEP Action Day

    In this episode, we talk about Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP). Sadly, almost 300 people a year die due to epilepsy in Scotland. Ahead of SUDEP Action Day on Wednesday 16 October, we talked to Sammy Ashby, Chief Executive at SUDEP Action. We discussed the work that SUDEP Action does to help bereaved families and this year's #OurRisksOurRights campaign, which looks to highlight that every person living with epilepsy has a right to be told about the risks that come with the condition.

    18 min

  6. 09/25/2024

    When Julia's world turned upside down: A mother's journey through epilepsy and autism

    Imagine your teenage son's life suddenly interrupted by epilepsy. This was Julia's reality in 2020 when Andrew, just 17, was diagnosed with epilepsy after experiencing tonic-clonic seizures. In our latest #TalkEpilepsyPodcast, she opens up about the unique challenges of navigating not only epilepsy but also autism in her son's life. How does a mother cope with this double diagnosis? What unexpected strengths has she discovered?

    21 min

  7. 08/09/2024

    Epilepsy and driving

    In this episode, we talk to Epilepsy Scotland's Helpline and Information Officer Stuart on the topic of epilepsy and driving. We discuss some of the most common questions and the support that is available if someone living with epilepsy has to give up their driving licence.

    10 min

  8. 05/14/2024

    Epilepsy and career

    In this episode, we talk to BBC Radio London Football Commentator Karl Bates about his experiences of living with epilepsy and the challenges he has faced throughout his career because of his epilepsy.

    30 min
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The Talk Epilepsy Podcast brought to you by Epilepsy Scotland helps provide information and support for people living with epilepsy.

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  • Creator
    Epilepsy Scotland
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Epilepsy Scotland
  • Show Website
    Talk Epilepsy Podcast