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Movers and Shakers: a podcast about life with Parkinson's

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Movers and Shakers finds six friends – Rory Cellan-Jones, Gillian Lacey-Solymar, Mark Mardell, Paul Mayhew-Archer, Sir Nicholas Mostyn, and Jeremy Paxman – gathered in a Notting Hill pub to discuss the realities of life with Parkinson's. And maybe find a few silver linings!

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Latest Episodes

We've spoken about falls, so we thought we'd find out how to prevent them. This week, we're joined by the physiotherapist Niamh Buttle, who is also the co-founder of Wobble, an app designed to improve mobility, strength and balance, which we're prett... more

This week we're offering listeners a bit of a 'potpourri' episode, featuring updates from each of us, as well as our loyal Northern Correspondent, Christopher Lambton. We're focussing on drinking, drugs and genes, asking the questions we all want ans... more

Do you have brittle bones? This week we're talking about osteoporosis, the health condition that weakens bones and makes sufferers more prone to breaks. We've all got our own experiences to share, but to give us expert information on the topic, we're... more

Voice Messages - that's the name of our upcoming webinar series. Why did we give it that name? Well, this year we're campaigning for the Parky Voice, the lesser known symptom of Parkinson's disease that up to 90% of us living with PD suffer from! We'... more

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Recent Guests

Tim Grover
Chief Speech and Language Therapist at Queen's Square, Hospital for Neurology
Queen's Square, Hospital for Neurology
Episode: Voice Messages
Miller Caldwell
Author of Parkinson's Stories
Scottish author
Episode: Parky Books
David Blacker
Neurologist and author of My Fight with PD
Neurology/Author
Episode: Parky Books
Jodie Forbes
Co-author of ABC of PD
Author
Episode: Parky Books
John Stanford
Co-author of ABC of PD
Author
Episode: Parky Books
Andy Cassy
Participant in a Parkinson's stem cell trial
Stem PD trial project (Sweden/UK collaboration)
Episode: Parky Profiles: Andy Cassy, the Parky Brit Taking Part in a Landmark Trial for a Cure
Christopher Lambton
Former BBC voice, Parkinson's patient
BBC (former)
Episode: Parky Profiles: Christopher Lambton, Former Voice of the BBC & our 'Northern Correspondent'
Lloyd Taylor
Author, cyclist, and Parkinson's campaigner; profiled in The Kindness of Strangers
Individual
Episode: Parky Profiles: Lloyd Taylor, Cyclist, Author & Campaigner for Parkinson's
Roger Barker
Professor of Clinical Neuroscience, University of Cambridge; Neurologist
University of Cambridge / Addenbrooke's Hospital
Episode: Parky Profiles: Roger Barker, Cambridge Professor of Clinical Neuroscience

Hosts

Rory Cellan-Jones
Host of Movers and Shakers; longtime journalist with a focus on technology and science.
Gillian Lacey-Solymar
Co-host and hosting partner in discussions about life with Parkinson's and related research/advocacy.
Mark Mardell
Co-host and interviewer; brings journalistic perspective and experience.
Nicholas Mostyn
Co-host; prominent figure with parliamentary ties, adds policy context.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Where is Jeremy?

    Dear all. I don’t have Parkinson’s and I don’t know anyone with it. I just love listening to you all. But I’m worried that I haven’t heard Jeremy in months and months. I’m so hoping he’s ok.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Helen from Dublin
    Ireland7 months ago
  • Where’s Jeremy ?,

    Excellent insight into this awful disease, and how it affects sufferers and raising awareness. But… when is Jeremy back …?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Henshack
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Fascinating

    Bravo. My Father was a Parky and, like most, I’ve known quite a few, including currently, married friends who have both developed it, which seems extra unfair. (On the plus side they did get to be extras in Mark’s film.)

    So far so good for me, but depending on how the genetic dice falls my time could come, and I find the pod relatable, fascinating, jolly, and often moving.

    M&S is in a class of its own. So well put together. The deep dives into the science and following progress in understandin... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Northnorfolk
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Recent diagnosis ….

    I find your PodCast very helpful as I have recently diagnosed and the way you all discuss PD is strangely comforting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MeridenMan
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Latest Podcast!! I am so pleased to hear that a link between between the brain and the gut t he

    especi

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TrulyAS 60
    United Kingdom2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show balances science with human stories and practical tips for families.
Very insightful and personable host team with strong guest lineups.
Audience appreciates the candid conversations and accessibility of complex topics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#38
United Kingdom/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#175
Italy/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#155
New Zealand/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#173
Ireland/Health & Fitness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Drinking, Drugs and Genes
Q: Is there another sort of deeper relationship between Parkinson's and dementia?
Mukit says Parkinson's comprises different disease subtypes, and dementia can involve both Parkinson's-related pathology and overlap with other conditions such as Alzheimer's. Further research is needed to understand and predict dementia trajectories.
Drinking, Drugs and Genes
Q: Can you sum up the lecture in a few words?
Miratul Mukit explains that mitochondria generate energy for nerve cells, including dopamine-producing cells affected in Parkinson's. Research into mitochondrial dysfunction is informing drug development aimed at improving mitochondrial quality and potentially slowing the condition.
Perception
Q: Why do you think you... I mean, I'm suffering from the same thing with the voice. I know how hard it is to project and all that. I was trying to do my exercise before.
There is emphasis on perception and feedback in speech therapy, and how patients may benefit from understanding that their perceived voice level can differ from actual volume, leading to continued practice and use of therapies like LSVT.
Perception
Q: So can you tell us a little bit about yourself? So you have been diagnosed 18 years?
The guest describes 18 years since diagnosis and discusses how perception of voice and posture has evolved over time, including experiences with therapy and how others perceive them.
Parky Profiles: Andy Cassy, the Parky Brit Taking Part in a Landmark Trial for a Cure
Q: How did you find out about this, and how did you get part of the programme?
Andy explains he had been involved with the research for many years and was offered a chance to participate after extensive data contribution, ultimately joining the trial when the opportunity arose.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show brings together six longtime friends in a pub-style setting to discuss the realities, challenges, and small joys of living with Parkinson's. Across episodes, topics range from cutting-edge research and clinical strategies to daily caregiving, therapy options, and community-driven solutions like singing, gardening, and public awareness campaigns. The conversational format blends personal anecdotes with expert insights from clinicians, researchers, and patient advocates, often highlighting the human side of care, hope for disease-modifying advances, and practical tips for families navigating diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life. Noteworthy elements include a strong emphasis on patient voices, multidisciplinary approaches, and cr... more

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2. Miller Caldwell
3. David Blacker
4. Jodie Forbes
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7. Christopher Lambton
8. Lloyd Taylor

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