You Can't Hide Your Parkinson's Forever

This week on 2 Parkies in a Pod, we’re joined by television producer and editor Rob Burley. Rob has worked with some of the biggest names in political journalism – from Jeremy Paxman to Andrew Marr, Laura Kuenssberg to Emily Maitlis.Diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2021, Rob talks openly about his journey and the challenges of balancing a demanding career with the condition. We also discuss his fascinating book, Why Is This Lying Bastard Lying to Me?, which explores the history of political interviewing and shines a light on how the toughest questions shape public life.Send us your voice notes at [email protected]'s Blog:https://unherd.com/2025/07/you-cant-hide-parkinsons-forever/Rob's Book:https://open.spotify.com/show/7KLaSpzKqS5x9fKKgLFMQj?si=ef8c8e47cf804fa7&nd=1&dlsi=80ebdbbb704d4d14https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-This-Lying-Bastard-Searching/dp/0008542481Balls to Parkinson's Bike Ride:https://ballstoparkinsons.co.uk/Parkinson's UK Brain Bank:https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/research/parkinsons-uk-brain-bankParkinson's UK Walk for Parkinson's 7th Sept :https://events.parkinsons.org.uk/event/walk-parkinsons-battersea-park/homeWalk to Cure Parkinson's 28th Sept:https://cureparkinsons.org.uk/get-involved/walk-to-cure/Par-Con 2025 Parkinson's UK Community Convention 24/25 Oct:https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/get-involved/par-conPlease rate, review & subscribe if you enjoy the show.