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In 2014, journalist Lisa Volenec was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. She stayed silent for years - until now. This is Parkinson's is her wayof breaking the silence and giving a voice to a community of more than 10 million people worldwide living with this incurable condition. Drawing on her years as a reporter, Lisa leads thoughtful, revealing conversations with people living with Parkinson’s, caregivers, and experts, because no two Parkinson’s journeys are the same. With episodes grounded in honesty, humor, and heart, this podcast is Lisa’s mission: to challenge stigma, build empathy, and create a place where people living with Parkinson’s feel seen, heard, and less alone. This half-hour + video/audio podcast will be available on Wednesdays on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. 🩵 Thank you for watching or listening! We appreciate your support. ꕤ For more information: <a hre
Unknown Host hosts This is Parkinson's, a business show with 15 episodes published.
This episode of This Is Parkinson’s is straight from the heart, host Lisa Volenec sits down with Kimberly Schlapman—member of the Grammy Award–winning country group Little Big Town. Kimberly opens her heart about her mot
What if a tiny device could turn the tide on your Parkinson’s journey? In this episode of This is Parkinson’s, Lisa Volenec chats with Jen Zupon, an energetic and passionate Parkinson’s advocate and mentor who has become
A Parkinson's diagnosis can radically alter your world, but it doesn't mean you have to borrow trouble from tomorrow. In this episode of This is Parkinson’s, Lisa Volenec is joined by content creator Donna Parkhurst (@mo
Is Parkinson’s disease truly genetic, or is it an unnatural consequence of our environment? In this powerful episode of This Is Parkinson's, host Lisa Volenec is joined by world-renowned neurologist Dr. Ray Dorsey, co-au
When the "Standard" Plan Changes: Gene Therapy, Godwinks, and the Power of Persistence. On this episode of This Is Parkinson’s, host Lisa Volenec sits down with her friend Allison Stieb for a raw, conversational look at
What does a lifelong friendship look like when it’s met with a life-altering diagnosis? In this episode of This Is Parkinson’s, host Lisa Volenec sits down with her best friend of over 50 years, Dawn Blankenship. From be
"We treat our animals better than our loved ones." This heartbreaking realization fueled Dr. George Ackerman’s transition from a career in law and policing to becoming one of the most dedicated Parkinson’s disease advoca
How do you manage a complex neurodegenerative disease from 2,000 miles away? In this episode of This is Parkinson's, Lisa Volenec sits down with Angie Allison, a daughter and advocate who turned her father Ron’s 15-year
How do you go from a five-minute diagnosis that flips your world upside down to becoming a source of light for the global Parkinson’s community? In this episode of This Is Parkinson’s, host Lisa Volenec sits down with Ti
"If you give me that martini, I'll shake it up for you." In this episode of This Is Parkinson's, Pat Voelker joins Lisa Volenec to share how his diagnosis was a challenge that weighed him down at first but now he uses hu
Lisa Volenec has an inspiring conversation with Sheryl Lowenhar, founder of 17 Branches and an energetic and passionate advocate for Parkinson’s awareness. In this episode, Sheryl shares her personal journey of living wi
After living with Parkinson’s disease for more than two decades, musician Jim Goodfriend reached a point where the symptoms began interfering with the thing he loved most — playing guitar. In this episode of This is Park
Parkinson’s doesn’t begin with tremors. It begins with fear, uncertainty, and the quiet decision of whether to tell anyone at all. In this premiere episode of This is Parkinson’s (TIP), founder Lisa Volenec sits down wit
What happens when Parkinson’s isn’t just a diagnosis — but part of your family history? In this episode of TIP, Lisa Volenec sits down with Lisa Cote of Omaha, Nebraska, who was diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s jus
Ray Dorsey
world-renowned neurologist, co-author of Ending Parkinson’s Disease · University of Rochester
1 appearance on this show
Dr. George Ackerman
attorney and Parkinson's Disease advocate · TogetherForSharon® Nonprofit
1 appearance on this show
Bob Sullivan
Candidate for Oklahoma Insurance Commissioner · In Layman's Terms
1 appearance on this show
Tim Lockard
My PD Party
1 appearance on this show
Sheryl Lowenhar
17 Branches
1 appearance on this show
Lisa Cote
Omaha
1 appearance on this show
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