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The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson's Podcast

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research
Parkinson's Disease
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Subscribe for coverage and analysis of current neurology/brain research, patient and caregiver profiles, drug development strategy, pioneering nonprofit management and other topics of interest in a wide-ranging series of conversations that include the voices of those affected by Parkinson's as well as clinicians.

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Latest Episodes

A Parkinson’s diagnosis can raise big questions in a family: Was there a genetic link that contributed to developing the disease? How should other family members think about their risk? Should people get genetic testing?

In audio from this month’s M... more

Parkinson’s disease can change much more than movement. It can reshape roles and relationships, challenge a person’s sense of identity and alter the future they once imagined. In this podcast, you’ll hear from people living with the disease about how... more

Parkinsonism is an umbrella term to describe a group of conditions that cause movement symptoms. Parkinson’s disease shares some traits with drug-induced and vascular parkinsonisms, as well as atypical parkinsonisms, but each condition differs in how... more

Better treatments for Parkinson’s disease depend on increasing our understanding of why Parkinson’s develops and how it progresses. The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s landmark study, the Parkinson’s Precision Medicine Initiative (PPMI), is expanding to ... more

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Bradford Casey
PhD, Senior Scientific Portfolio Manager at the Michael J. Fox Foundation; genetics researcher
Michael J. Fox Foundation
Episode: Can Parkinson’s Disease Be Inherited? (Webinar Audio)
Susan Small
Person living with Parkinson's; LRK2/LRRK2 variant carrier
Community member; LRK2 carrier
Episode: Can Parkinson’s Disease Be Inherited? (Webinar Audio)
Edithia Bodu
Movement disorder neurologist; clinician
Yale University
Episode: Can Parkinson’s Disease Be Inherited? (Webinar Audio)
Adithya (Aditya) Bhari
Clinician-scientist; researcher
Movement disorders field; GP2 study contributor
Episode: Can Parkinson’s Disease Be Inherited? (Webinar Audio)
Kate Harman
Individual contributor sharing link between smell loss and brain disease; volunteer
Michael J. Fox Foundation study pathways
Episode: Can Parkinson’s Disease Be Inherited? (Webinar Audio)
Jeff Jacobs
Care partner for his wife with Parkinson's
Care partner to spouse with Parkinson's
Episode: Sources of Strength: Spiritual Well-Being and Parkinson’s
Chris Humphrey
Diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2015, later PSP; advocate on CURE PSP Advocacy Advisory Committee
Cure PSP; PSP advocate
Episode: Parkinson’s or Something Else? Understanding Parkinsonisms (Webinar Audio)
Harriet Adam
Photographer and Parkinsonism advocate; care partner to husband diagnosed with MSA
Parkinsonism advocacy; caregiving community
Episode: Parkinson’s or Something Else? Understanding Parkinsonisms (Webinar Audio)
Rebecca Williamson
Movement disorders and cognitive specialist; researcher at Penn Medicine; director of COPE Center
Penn Medicine; COPE Center
Episode: Parkinson’s or Something Else? Understanding Parkinsonisms (Webinar Audio)

Host

Michael J. Fox; Maggie Kuhl; Rebecca Gifford; Jimmy Choi; Bradford Casey; Lauren Zalouf; Karen Jaffe; Brian Fiske; Mark Frazier; Katie Copel
Core team and frequent contributors from The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson's Podcast ecosystem providing hosting, moderation, and foundation context.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 295 ratings
  • MICHAEL, YOU ARE A ANGLE SENT FROM HEAVEN!!!!!

    I know you wish you could go BACK IN TIME but you can’t. But I want to support you through everything. Even though you have no idea how the heck I am, but my brother is the biggest back to the future fan in the entire world and I hope the you see it. Also we watch and rewatch and rerewatch the interview with jimmy kimal. And we love you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The biggest hamfan ever
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent, personable and pleasant

    Excellent holiday « prep » episode. Rebecca Gifford is a professional and personable moderator. A real pleasure to listen to her and the great choice of panel members.

    Thank you from a « beginner care partner ».

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarpat09
    Canada3 years ago
  • Very informative!

    Fantastic informative episodes. I love that they are constantly letting people (with PD and without) know about the studies available and how you can participate!

    Sometimes the webinar audio is a bit garbled, but it doesn’t take away from the content.

    Keep it up guys! You ROCK! 🤗

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jelibean46
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Great information, complex issues explained in a simple manner

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qwqwwqww
    United States5 years ago
  • Good content, but far too long

    Always good information, but the episodes are way too long.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RealTomP
    United States7 years ago

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High-quality guests and practical takeaways, though some listeners want shorter episodes.
Educative and well-balanced on research and patient perspectives.
Consistently reliable source of up-to-date Parkinson's science and trial information.

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Talking Points

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Parkinson’s or Something Else? Understanding Parkinsonisms (Webinar Audio)
Q: If a patient has falls or autonomic symptoms early on, what should they discuss with their doctor?
Patients should talk about red flags such as early falls, significant autonomic symptoms (blood pressure changes, urinary issues), and the rate of progression, which may prompt consideration of atypical Parkinsonisms and guide further testing and referrals.
Parkinson’s or Something Else? Understanding Parkinsonisms (Webinar Audio)
Q: What differentiates Parkinsonism from Parkinson's disease, and how do clinicians approach this in practice?
Parkinsonism describes a set of motor symptoms that can result from multiple causes; idiopathic Parkinson's disease is the most common cause, but clinicians use symptom patterns, progression, and tests (like DAT scans, MRI, biomarker tests) over time to differentiate atypical Parkinsonisms from Parkinson's disease.
Finding the Best Parkinson’s Clinical Trial for You (Webinar Audio)
Q: What are typical steps to participate in a trial?
Steps include trial finding or physician referral, pre-screening, informed consent, screening visits, and ongoing study visits that may involve questionnaires, exams, and possibly blood draws or imaging; results may be shared during or after the study, with open-label extensions offering access to active drugs in some cases.
Finding the Best Parkinson’s Clinical Trial for You (Webinar Audio)
Q: How might participation affect care for patients and families?
Participation may not change long-term care for observational studies, but interventional trials can require stable medications or specific protocols. Care partners often travel with participants, and trials emphasize clear communication with the care team so everyone stays informed.
Finding the Best Parkinson’s Clinical Trial for You (Webinar Audio)
Q: Kevin, what does eligibility mean and how does that help within a study?
Eligibility is about selecting participants who can safely contribute to answering the study question; it ensures safety and the relevance of results, while not unfairly excluding potential candidates. Some trials may let you participate after a washout or certain time periods, but others may limit concurrent participation or certain advanced therapies.

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This program provides in-depth conversations around Parkinson's disease, its related conditions, and the broader neuroscience landscape, often centered on research progress, clinical trials, biomarkers, and patient experiences. Episodes frequently feature clinicians, researchers, patient advocates, and MJFF staff, with practical discussions on diagnosis, treatment strategies, trial participation, and lifestyle management. A standout theme is translating complex science into actionable insights for patients, caregivers, and care teams, while highlighting the role of MJFF in accelerating research and collaboration across stakeholders. The show tends to mix rigorous expert analysis with lived experiences, making it a valuable resource for anyo... more

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