Dan Feehan, Chief Policy Officer, Michael J. Fox Foundation

Rachel Reid, Author of Heated Rivalry Talks About Having Parkinson's

My guest this week is New York Times best selling author of Heated Rivalry, the incredible Rachel Reid. Heated Rivalry took the world by storm earlier this year and is now a global phenomenon with millions of passionate fans. But what many people may not have known is that Rachel was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease the exact same week that she was approached to turn her beloved book series into a television show. We talk about navigating the whirlwind media and events tours she’s been on while being a working mom with writing deadlines AND a chronic disease.  Thank you to the sponsor of this podcast:  More to Parkinson’s [https://moretoparkinsons.com/] is an educational campaign, sponsored by Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc., to increase awareness among caregivers and patients of the existence of hallucinations and delusions as possible parts of Parkinson’s disease. Acadia Pharmaceuticals is a sponsor of this podcast. Ryan Reynolds is a spokesperson for Acadia. Views expressed are those of the hosts. Visit moretoparkinsons.com [http://moretoparkinsons.com/] to learn more and for additional resources.  #TooYoungForThisShit #Parkinsons #YoungOnsetParkinsons #Podcast #Imstillallie

Tom Dumont, No Doubt Guitarist & Living with Young Onset Parkinson's

It would be safe to say I don't have many memories of college that don't include a song from No Doubt. They are the soundtrack of my generation and guitarist Tom Dumont is a true legend. What an honor it was to chat with him about navigating his young onset Parkinson's diagnosis and how he's been able to continue creating music for us his fans. Tom is thoughtful and insightful and an all around bad ass and I am so glad we got to chat.   Thank you to the sponsor of this podcast:  More to Parkinson’s [https://moretoparkinsons.com/] is an educational campaign, sponsored by Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc., to increase awareness among caregivers and patients of the existence of hallucinations and delusions as possible parts of Parkinson’s disease. Acadia Pharmaceuticals is a sponsor of this podcast. Ryan Reynolds is a spokesperson for Acadia. Views expressed are those of the hosts. Visit moretoparkinsons.com [http://moretoparkinsons.com/] to learn more and for additional resources.

Ryan Reynolds, Actor, Entrepreneur, and Parkinson's Advocate

If I’ve learned one thing in the last few years about Parkinson’s, it’s that this disease doesn’t care who you are – and often, the only thing connecting people living with it is the disease itself. Imagine my surprise then, to form a common bond with someone I never thought I’d even meet, let alone become friends with. (Ok friends is a strong word here…ha! but let’s go with it). I’m so happy to share my conversation with Ryan Reynolds about our shared experiences with this disease, but also our collective commitment to raising awareness about Parkinson's, and specifically some of the more challenging aspects and symptoms. Ending stigma is vitally important to improving the lives of those of us facing it every day. I am grateful to Ryan for using his platform to help do this and look forward to continuing to chat. Who would have thought that two kids from either side of the country, who both grew up in the 80s idolizing another guy from Canada would all be working together to end Parkinson's? Certainly not me but I'm glad to be alongside them in the good fight! Thank you to the sponsor of this podcast:  More to Parkinson’s [https://moretoparkinsons.com/] is an educational campaign, sponsored by Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc., to increase awareness among caregivers and patients of the existence of hallucinations and delusions as possible parts of Parkinson’s disease. Acadia Pharmaceuticals is a sponsor of this podcast. Ryan Reynolds is a spokesperson for Acadia. Views expressed are those of the hosts. Visit moretoparkinsons.com [http://moretoparkinsons.com/] to learn more and for additional resources.

Rebecca King Crews, Singer, Actress, Designer, Producer & Living with Young Onset Parkinson's

Rebecca King-Crews is a singer, actress, producer, and author, and the wife of actor Terry Crews. She recently announced that she has been living with Parkinson’s disease and she shares more about her decision to go public, her recent procedure and how she is living well with the disease. Thank you to the sponsor of this podcast:  More to Parkinson’s [https://moretoparkinsons.com/] is an educational campaign, sponsored by Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc., to increase awareness among caregivers and patients of the existence of hallucinations and delusions as possible parts of Parkinson’s disease. Acadia Pharmaceuticals is a sponsor of this podcast. Ryan Reynolds is a spokesperson for Acadia. Views expressed are those of the hosts. Visit moretoparkinsons.com [http://moretoparkinsons.com/] to learn more and for additional resources.

Connie Carpenter-Phinney, Olympic Gold Medalist & Parkinson's Care Partner

Connie Carpenter-Phinney is well known in the Parkinson’s world for the incredible organization and she her husband, fellow Olympian, Davis Phinney, created. But well before that, Connie was the first woman to ever win the Olympic Gold Medal in cycling. She is a legend in the sport, and now a hero to so many others as an advocate not only for people living with Parkinson’s, but for their care partners as well. Connie and I chatted about the power of communication, laughter, love and discipline and how all of that has allowed them to live well in the face of this disease. Learn more about the Davis Phinney Foundation here [https://davisphinneyfoundation.org/].  Listen to our entire conversation now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube. Thank you to the sponsor of this podcast:  More to Parkinson’s [https://moretoparkinsons.com/] is an educational campaign, sponsored by Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc., to increase awareness among caregivers and patients of the existence of hallucinations and delusions as possible parts of Parkinson’s disease. Acadia Pharmaceuticals is a sponsor of this podcast. Ryan Reynolds is a spokesperson for Acadia. Views expressed are those of the hosts. Visit moretoparkinsons.com [http://moretoparkinsons.com/] to learn more and for additional resources.