2 Parkies in a Pod: a Parkinson's Podcast

Dave Clark & Kuhan
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If you want to know more about Parkinson's, or how to cope with chronic illness, then this is the Podcast for you. Between them Clarky and Kuhan have been living with Parkinson’s for more than 20 years. They chat openly and honestly about the challenges and even the benefits of living with the condition.

  1. 6d ago

    I don’t have Parkinson’s after all

    What happens when you’re told you have Parkinson’s — and years later, you’re told you don’t? Mike Bells talks about the first signs, how the diagnosis affected both him and those around him, and the impact the Parkinson’s medication had. Then came the shock.. Mike was de-diagnosed almost a decade later. Mike opens up about what it felt like to discover the news and what life looks like now. Plus, Dave hits 60… and Kuhan gets back behind the wheel! Mike Bell Maps https://mikebellmaps.com/ Par-Con 2026 https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/community/par-con Parkinson’s UK Nurse Appeal https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/donate/parkinsons-uk-nurse-appeal/our-bbc-radio-4-appeal Parkinson’s UK Walk Battersea Park 5th Sept 2026 https://events.parkinsons.org.uk/event/walk-parkinsons Cure Parkinson’s Walk Battersea Park  https://cureparkinsons.org.uk/events/walk-to-cure-parkinsons-the-london-walk/ Please subscribe, rate & review 2parkiesinapod.com

  2. Aug 1

    When is the Right Tme for DBS?

    Guest: Dr Ashwini Oswal For many people living with Parkinson’s, Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is one of the biggest treatment decisions they’ll ever face. But when is the right time to start thinking about it? Should DBS be viewed as a last resort, or could earlier intervention offer greater benefits? In this episode of 2 Parkies in a Pod, we’re joined by Dr Ashwini Oswal, Honorary Consultant Neurologist at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford. His clinical work and research focus on Parkinson’s disease, Deep Brain Stimulation and the next generation of adaptive DBS technology. Together, we unpack the evidence behind DBS, explain how it works, discuss who is most likely to benefit, and explore whether the 5-2-1 rule is a useful guide for referral. We also talk about the role of medications such as Entacapone, Opicapone & Amandatine, ask whether DBS could one day prove to be neuroprotective, and look ahead to the exciting future of adaptive DBS. https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information/treatments/deep-brain-stimulation How to get involved in table Tennis https://tabletennisengland.co.uk/news/2025/table-tennis-england-and-parkinsons-uk-announce-partnership/ The advert that made Dave Cry https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-GEpT3e7Dfg Please rate, review and subscribe 2parkiesinapod.com

  3. Jul 18

    How close are we to a cure?

    Guest: David Dexter, Director of Research, Parkinson’s UK There’s a real sense of optimism in Parkinson’s research right now! In this episode we’re asking whether we’re closer than ever to treatments that can slow, stop, or even reverse the disease. David Dexter joins us to discuss exciting developments including breakthrough stem cell research, the promising results from a drug called Syntara, why reducing brain inflammation could be a game changer, and how Parkinson’s UK decides which research to back. We also chat to Yorkshireman Andy Cassy who’s had millions of Stem Cells “planted” in his brain.  Two years on from his 12 hour operation, is it working? We also explore whether stress affects Parkinson’s, if an apple a day really can help keep the neurologist away, the science behind fatigue and NAD+ a cheap energy boosting supplement We finish with a fun quick-fire round to discover the person behind the scientist. Plus- how Dave managed to skip into Wimbledon for semifinals day. Parkinson’s UK Research https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/research Par-Con 2026 https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/community/par-con Symprove https://shop.parkinsons.org.uk/pages/partner-symprove NAD+ https://amzn.eu/d/0aA8NY3s Why am I so tired? https://www.2parkiesinapod.com/podcast/episode/223d81c7/why-am-i-so-tired Ask the professor https://www.2parkiesinapod.com/podcast/episode/2da15954/ask-the-professor 2parkiesinapod.com hello@2parkiesinapod.com Please subscribe, rate & review

    How close are we to a cure?

  4. Jun 13

    12 Amazing People

    This episode celebrates some of the incredible people making a difference in the Parkinson’s community through creativity, courage, sport, music and innovation. Meet wildlife photographer, filmmaker and now gardener David Plummer, one of the talented people who helped Arit Anderson create the stunning Parkinson’s UK Garden at the Chelsea Flower Show: https://www.instagram.com/davidplummerimages Kuhan reflects on his DBS 1 year on with DBS specialist nurse John: https://youtu.be/gCkyRdcNgbg Ciaran and Lucy share their remarkable story of cycling around the world to raise money and awareness for Parkinson’s: https://www.instagram.com/ciarandoesthings_ FA Cup Final Ian Moorehouse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwus8-XDxMY Rock Choir - over 400+ local choirs across the UK and Ireland: https://rockchoir.com/ BURT - The Movie: https://www.joeburke.net/burt Ever fancied appearing in a film? A former Coronation Street actor explains how you could become a star of the silver screen: https://www.instagram.com/108a_films Sam reveals how he’s using artificial intelligence to help compose, create and produce new music: https://www.instagram.com/samuelsmithmusic And two Emmas tell us all about a festival designed especially for Parkies: https://bigskyhideaway.com/parky-in-the-park Twelve amazing people with inspiring stories. One uplifting episode celebrating the people who are making a real difference in the Parkinson’s community. Plus Dave tries out a expiratory muscle strength  trainer: https://www.cuh.nhs.uk/patient-information/expiratory-muscle-strength-training-emst/ https://www.amazon.co.uk/EMST150-Expiratory-Muscle-Strength-Trainer/dp/B0094ME5BA Please rate, review and subscribe!

  5. May 19

    Flower Power

    In this special episode, Dave and Kuhan head to the world-famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show to explore one of the most moving and meaningful gardens of the year: Parkinson’s UK’s Garden for Every Parkinson’s Journey. We’re joined by acclaimed garden designer and broadcaster Arit Anderson, who shares the deeply personal story behind the garden she created. Arit opens up about her family’s connection to Parkinson’s, how that experience- and the experiences of the Parkinson’s community - shaped the design, and why gardens can become spaces for reflection, resilience and hope. Plus we meet Raymond the Chelsea Pensioner with Parkinson's

  6. May 9

    Tech Trouble & Triumph

    This week 2 Parkies in a Pod chat to former BBC technology correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones - a man who’s interviewed the likes of Steve Jobs and Elon Musk. He’s a Mover and Shaker launching an award-winning podcast, and is now one of the most important voices on tech and Parkinson’s.He talks about his career at the BBC, his Parkinson’s diagnosis and the pros & cons of Tech.Plus - The latest on Sophie the Romanian rescue dog, Dave gets hacked and Kuhan experiments with voice cloning Links https://rorycellanjones.substack.com/ https://www.moversandshakerspodcast.com/ https://www.ejsactpd.com/ Wispr Flow voice to text special offer https://wispr.ai/pwp

    Tech Trouble & Triumph

  7. Apr 22

    What Type of Parkinson's Do I Have?

    What type of Parkinson’s do I have? Featuring Prof Alastair Noyce You’ve heard it a hundred times: “everyone’s Parkinson’s is different.” But what does that actually mean?In this episode, we unpack the main subtypes of Parkinson’s and what sets them apart clinically. Are you tremor-dominant or more rigid and stiff? Have you lost your sense of smell? How does young-onset progress? And in this clip we discuss if having a genetic type means your children will inherit Parkinson’s ? To help make sense of it all, we’re joined by one of the leading minds in the field: Professor Alistair Noyce, clinician, researcher, and a driving force at the cutting edge of Parkinson’s science. Elsewhere, Kuhan boards a plane to Spain for the first time since his brain surgery, while Dave heads to the Yorkshire coast in search of puffins.     And we spotlight a powerful awareness campaign - the “rose without a smell”- highlighting one of Parkinson’s lesser-known symptoms.Listen and follow at 2parkiesinapod.com or on Spotify / Apple Podcasts Parkinson's Resilience Rose https://www.roses.co.uk/product/780299/rose-parkinsons-resilience-4l-pot-ngw PD Frontline (Genetic Testing) https://mantal.pdfrontline.com/en EJS ACT-PD Trial https://www.ejsactpd.com/ Parkinson's UK Get Involved in Research https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/research/get-involved/take-part-hub

  8. Apr 4

    Pump It Up

    We take a look at the use of pump technology (Produodopa) in battling the symptoms of Parkinson’s.. A small pump delivers a continuous dose of medication under the skin through a small needle. How will it improve 'off' periods ? How difficult is it to manage the pump and change the infusion site? Can you lead a normal life with it? Parkinson’s patients Anna Jewell and Helga McFarlane together with 'Professor AI' tell us the pros and cons of pumping it up! Plus- Find out what happened when Kuhan turned off his DBS to play tennis… Dave starts his brain surgery journey… And Billy Connolly gets a new job as a museum tour guide… More information https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information/drugs/produodopa

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If you want to know more about Parkinson's, or how to cope with chronic illness, then this is the Podcast for you. Between them Clarky and Kuhan have been living with Parkinson’s for more than 20 years. They chat openly and honestly about the challenges and even the benefits of living with the condition.

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