The Parkinson's Podcast
In this episode, Dr. Joanne Hamilton of Advanced Neurobehavioral Health, delves into the non-motor and cognitive symptoms of Parkinson's and provides practical strategies for symptom management. This content is made possible through the generous support of listeners like you. Season 5 Episode 16
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This content is made possible by the generous support of viewers and listeners like you. Do you "have" Parkinson’s or do you "live with" Parkinson’s? Do you "fight" your diagnosis? If so, can you do something “wrong” and “lose the battle”? In this episode of the Parkinson’s Podcast Unfiltered, Heather and Kat discuss the significance of the words we use when talking about our lives.
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This content is made possible by the generous support of viewers and listeners like you. Explore David Putterman's journey from professional drummer to person living with Parkinson's and back to the stage, revealing how reconnecting with music--supported by a music therapist--improved his quality of life and helped alleviate his Parkinson's symptoms. You can watch David Putterman's Mini-Documentary "Fighting Parkinson's With Drums" here: You can contact David Putterman by email at Season 5 Episode 14
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This content is made possible through the generous support of listeners like you. In this episode of the Parkinson’s Podcast Unfiltered, Heather and Kat discuss how they approach the sadness, loss, and grief while still finding joy and productive ways to live well today. Season 5 Episode 13 (Unfiltered Episode 3)
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This content is made possible through the generous support of listeners like you. 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: Season 5 Episode 12
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The Parkinson's Podcast Unfiltered: Sex This content is made possible by the generous support of viewers and listeners like you. 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. Season 5 Episode 11 (Unfiltered Episode 2)
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This content is made possible through the generous support of listeners like you. 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: or email: To learn more about the Parkinson’s wellness fund, please...
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This content is made possible through the generous support of listeners like you. 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. Season 5 Episode 9 (Unfiltered Episode 1)
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This content is made possible through the generous support of listeners like you. 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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This content is made possible through generous . 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. Are you loving the Parkinson's Podcast?
info_outlineIn this episode, Dr. Anna Lembke, an internationally recognized expert in addiction and dopamine, discusses addiction, dopamine's role in pain and pleasure, dopamine agonists, and more.
**Please note, taking regular carbidopa/levodopa alone very rarely leads to someone experiencing impulse control disorders, so please do not delay taking these Parkinson’s medications because of a fear of developing an impulse control disorder. If your symptoms are getting in the way of your daily activities and quality of life, work with your doctor to find the right dose for you. Dopamine agonists, on the other hand, which are more commonly prescribed in the early stages of Parkinson’s, are the types of medication that put people at greater risk. Still, it’s not a given. Each person responds to medication differently, and whatever side effects you do experience are almost always duration and dose-dependent. To learn more about Parkinson’s medication, read Medication and Parkinson’s. For more on impulse control disorders and dopamine agonists, read Impulse Control Disorders and How to Manage Them.
Topics discussed include:
- Can you define pleasure and pain and the role dopamine plays in them?
- How has our drive for pleasure changed over time?
- Does being low on dopamine contribute to the pain many with Parkinson’s experience?
- How is the pain/pleasure cycle disrupted in the absence of naturally produced dopamine?
- What is a dopamine precursor, and what does it have to do with impulse control disorders (ICDs) in people with Parkinson’s?
- Are there any early warning signs that someone may be experiencing negative side effects such as impulse control disorders from taking their medication?
- What is addiction, and how does it work in someone with Parkinson’s?
- What is the value of truth-telling for someone who is struggling with an impulse control disorder or any other addiction?
- Is it possible that Parkinson’s meds can expose a preexisting addiction or propensity for addiction?
- Is there a link between head trauma and addiction?
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