The Shake It Up Show

On this week's episode we speak to Amy Chamberlain, who recently did the Backyard Ultra for Parkinson’s Awareness Month, which is an endurance event where runners compete 6.7km every hour on the hour until just one person is left! She did this in support of her Dad, who has lived with PD for 5 years. Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Monique and Jess from Sound Abilities Speech pathology, who specialise in working with the Parkinson community on speech and communication.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Shane Hill and Peter Byrne, partners at Roadhouse Entertainment, where Peter performs a Neil Diamond and Elvis tribute show “From a Diamond, To A King”. With Neil Diamond’s diagnosis with Parkinson’s, the show has been a great supporter of the Shake it Up Foundation and a big connection to the Parkinson’s community. For more information on tickets head to https://fromadiamondtoaking.com/Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Ellyse Perry, who debuted for both the Australian national cricket and soccer team at the age of 16, and is the youngest Australian to play international cricket and the first to appear in both ICC and FIFA World Cups. She is passionate about raising awareness of Parkinson’s disease, and spreading the word about the importance of research to advance a cure as quickly as possible.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, we speak to returning guest Rob Ruffle about his upcoming Deep Brain Stimulation surgery and his decision to proceed with that treatment. Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, we speak to Vicki Miller, the Chief Executive Officer Shake It Up Australia Foundation, who has recently been at the World Parkinson’s congress. She updates us on all the action from there, and the work of the National Parkinson's Alliance.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Deanne Dawe, a DBS coordinator/ Movement Disorders Nurse at the Austin Hospital and DBS nurse in the private sector as well.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, we speak to Peter McCarthy, who in October will be doing a Peak for Parkinson’s charity climb to raise awareness and funds for Shake It Up. Their team will be climbing Mera Peak (6,475m) - one of Nepal’s highest trekking peaks - in honour of Peter's best friend John "Pez" Perrin. you can find out more on their webste www.peakforparkinsons.com.auThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Barbara Sinden, who lives with Parkinson’s and has recently had a Vyalev infusion pump installed, finding the benefits of this significant.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, we speak to Tim Pegler, who works at MediRecords, a longstanding corporate sponsor and supporter of Shake It Up, who have over the years raised a huge $30,000 for research, as well as supporting with awareness initiatives. Tim’s father has recently been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, making the cause take on extra significance.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we speak to Professor Kay Double about the co funded research from Shake It Up and the Michael J Fox Foundation her research team from the University of Sydney and the Brain and Mind Institute is doing. They have found a new brain protein involved in the development of Parkinson’s disease and a way to modify it, paving the way for future treatments for the disease.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! Fundraise or donate this April to help Shake It Up propel progress towards a Parkinson’s cure. Head to https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2026.raiselysite.com/ to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Jason van Leuven, who changed careers in 2015 and went to study medical science, specialising in neuroscience and pharmacology. He has just been diagnosed with with Parkinson’s in May last year while completing his PhD and has a unique perspective on how difficult it is to make these diagnoses, especially in the beginning of the disease. You can check our Jason's art on instagram at @vanleuven.jasonThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! Fundraise or donate this April to help Shake It Up propel progress towards a Parkinson’s cure. Head to https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2026.raiselysite.com/ to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we speak to Keegan Gallagher, who is taking part in this year’s Parkinson’s Awareness Month campaign by running 20km every Saturday during April, and his dad Paul who was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2017.To get more info on Keegan's fundraising efforts check out his instagram @wonderwherekeeganis and his fundraising page https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2026.raiselysite.com/keegan-gallagherThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! Fundraise or donate this April to help Shake It Up propel progress towards a Parkinson’s cure. Head to https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2026.raiselysite.com/ to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Drew Hawker and Ashlee Ludeman. Drew was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease at just 37 years old and his partner Ashlee has recently run a half marathon in the 3 Bays Running Festival to raise money for Parkinson’s research.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! Fundraise or donate this April to help Shake It Up propel progress towards a Parkinson’s cure. Head to https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2026.raiselysite.com/ to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Christine Jeya, who has previously been on the podcast to tell her Parkinson's story, to tell us about her experience getting into the research space, and about the travel grant she has been awarded from Shake It Up to attend the World Parkinson’s Congress in 2026!You can find Christine's youtube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristineJeyaAnd you can read her paper here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40801231/Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! Fundraise or donate this April to help Shake It Up propel progress towards a Parkinson’s cure. Head to https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2026.raiselysite.com/ to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Om this week's episode we speak to the amazing Gary McKitterick-Gillett, founder of Trek ready Himalayas, who Last April led 19 Australians on a life-changing trek to 5,416m in the Himalayas, raising $52,000 for Parkinson’s research. In April 2026, Gary is aiming to take it to the next level with 40+ trekkers and a $100,000 fundraising goal. Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! Fundraise or donate this April to help Shake It Up propel progress towards a Parkinson’s cure. Head to https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2026.raiselysite.com/ to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Linda Bateman, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2019 and recently took part in the Snowy Mountains fundraising trek, along with her son Nick.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! Fundraise or donate this April to help Shake It Up propel progress towards a Parkinson’s cure. Head to https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2026.raiselysite.com/ to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode we speak to Tania West, who has been fundraising for Shake It Up in honor of her father and doing whatever she can to see more money go into Parkinson’s research.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode we speak to Jimi Suen and Ashley Roles, who are both part of the Amaysim team who recently took on their own workplace Pedal for Parkinson’s challenge to raise money for Shake It Up.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Bec Read who recently took part in a Pro-Amateur Boxing Fight to raise funds for Shake It Up Australia and honour 20 years since her Dad was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Sharon Stokes and Darryl Moulton, who are the founders of Pop Choir, Australia’s largest community choir, who recently released a powerful new single ‘Stronger Than Blood’ to raise awareness of Parkinson’s disease and funds for Shake It Up. The song honours Sharon’s father, Len, who lived with Parkinson’s and Lewy Body Dementia. You can listen to the song here: https://www.instagram.com/shakeitupaust/reel/DOzYUc9j7lZ/Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Dayanee Kunaseelan who has been doing some incredible fundraising for Shake It Up to honour her dad, who was diagnosed with PD in 2022.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we are once again joined by Rob Ruffle who tells us all about the upcoming Bowl Parkinson's Over Fundraising tournament, recent advocacy experiences and his time in hospital post hip surgery complications. You can donate to his event at https://our-fundraisers.raisely.com/bowlparkinsonsover25Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Jen Plapp and Leez Robertson who are both members of the Pedal for Parkinson’s community!Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, we speak to Amelia Dowe, who took on an amazing challenge in April of walking the distance of Everest Base Camp to raise funds for Shake it Up, as well as her mum Lindy Dowe, who was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease last year.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Lou Whyte who has been living with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease for 13 years. As part of Parkinson’s Awareness Month in April, Lou laced up her hiking boots to host a one-day hike along a stunning Coastal Trail in Port Stephens, NSW.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we speak to Paul and Doireann, who are both going on Shake It Up's Snowy Mountains Trek to raise money for Parkinson’s research, after Paul’s diagnosis of Young Onset Parkinson's disease in 2023. You can find out more about their fundraiser and contribute at https://stepupwithshakeitup.raisely.com/doireann-paulThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Associate Professor Miguel Renteria, who leads the Australian Parkinson’s Genetics Study (APGS) which will contribute to GP2, the largest global study of Parkinson’s genetics ever undertaken. His team has recently completed a scientific paper on chronic pain in Parkinson’s disease using data from over 10,000 participants in APGS, which is currently under peer review.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Rachel Scott, who hosted a Playing For Parkinson’s edition of the Bach in the Dark concert series on in support of Parkinson’s Awareness Month. She tells us all about the event and her connection to Parkinson's.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest this week is Dr Kishore Kumar from the Garvan Institute, who is working on the Monogenic Parkinson’s Disease Australia Initiative, connected to the Australian Parkinson’s Genetics Study . This initiative offers free whole genome sequencing and genetic counselling to Australians with Parkinson’s who have a family history and/or young-onset Parkinson’s. To learn more and be a part of this study, contact Dr Kumar at [email protected] for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to  Olly Ellis, who is competing in a 100km ultramarathon through the Blue Mountains (the UTA100) in May in honour of his father, who was diagnosed a few years ago with Parkinson’s. To learn more about Olly's efforts and to contribute, follow the link below!https://our-fundraisers.raisely.com/oliverellisThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guests this week are the team helming a special Pilates for Parkinson’s event that will take place at Punt Road Wines in the picturesque Yarra Valley. Hosted by passionate Pilates instructor Vicky Kamakaris and her dedicated client Penny Napoleone, the event will raise funds and awareness for Shake It Up! For more information, click on this link https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2025.raiselysite.com/pilates4parkinsonsThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, we speak to Vicky Millier, the Chief Executive Officer of The Shake It Up Australia Foundation about all the research happening and how you can get involved! For more information, click the link below!https://shakeitup.org.au/research-trials/Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Isobel Moore, Community Fundraising and Events Manager at Shake It Up, to talk about the upcoming Parkinson’s Awareness Month and fundraising for Parkinson's research.To find out more about how you can get involved with your own fundraising event or donation link, contact [email protected] or call 1300 361 803.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, we speak to Stacey Rae, who is preparing to trek the Himalaya’s in April with trek ready Himalaya's to raise money for Shake it Up. You can find out more about her trek and fundraising efforts at https://shakeitup.org.au/stacey-rae-takes-on-the-himalayas-trek-for-parkinsons-research/ or www.trekreadyhimalayas.com Stacey is sponsored by SPI Entertainment Steck Productions International - Adam Steck and you can find out more about them here https://www.spientertainment.com/Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode we speak to Lyle Hammerschlag and Kevin Adno who are swimming 44 laps of Sydney’s Camp Cove on Saturday April 12th to raise money for Shake It Up. More information via the link https://parkinsons-awareness-month-2025.raiselysite.com/44-laps-for-parkinsonsThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode we speak to Heath Barwick from Van Demon Fitness, who alongside his team there are running a 24-hour HYROX challenge to raise money for The Shake It Up Australia Foundation on 22-23 February. You can contribute to this fundraiser via this link - https://our-fundraisers.raisely.com/24hrhyroxamrapThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, we speak to Heather Grimmett, who recently completed the Great Ocean Walk alongside her sister-in-law, Susan, to fundraise for Shake It Up. They have a connection to Parkinson’s disease in Richard – Susan’s brother and Heather’s husband. Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Greta Williams about her Parkinson's journey and recent DBS experience.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Warren Cammack, who just competed in the Sydney Marathon and 2024 Bondi to Manly Ultra Marathon in support of his Mother In Law Sandra, and Shake It Up!Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we are RE-joined by Rob Ruffle, who tells us all about his Bowls fundraiser, Clyde being honoured at the research Australia Awards and Pickleball!Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to John Anderson And Mick Trim, who are working hard to raise awareness of Walking Football and how it is helping people with PD. You can find more information about it on this link https://www.facebook.com/groups/wf4healthvictoriaThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Ben Pigram, who’s mother lives with PD and who also has a close friend with YOPD. He is doing a 100km run fundraising for Shake It Up, which you can find out more via his instagram @twowheeledwinemakerThanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by return guest Sarah Buckpitt, for an update on all things Pedal For Parkinson's and her experience running this fundraising effort as it continues to grow! For more information, go to https://pedalforparkinsons.cc/Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Gail Stortz, who was diagnosed with PD 20+ years ago and has been using her passion for photography to fundraise for Shake it Up, creating yearly calendars to raise funds. If you would like more info about Gail's calendars, or to talk to her about DBS, contact her on 0412075322 or email [email protected] Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Teage Ezard, one of Australia’s most enduring chef and restaurateurs, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s just over a year ago and is keen to share their story to help increase awareness. Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we are joined by Craig Gillespie, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at age 50 and has just taken part in this year’s Pedal for Parkinson’s tour to raise money for research. He is very passionate about being ‘out and proud’ about his Parkinson’s to raise awareness about the condition.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Gemma O’Brien, whose father lives with Parkinson’s and who recently completed the Gold Coast Marathon in support of Shake It Up and her Dad, along with a team of friends, raising over $15000 for research. Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode we speak to Tristan Campbell, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2020, at the age of 40. He was the top fundraiser for Parkinson’s Awareness Month this year, with a fundraiser called ‘Give Parkinson’s the Axe’, as he qualified for the 2024 International Axe Throwing Championship in Canada and used it as an opportunity to raise funds and awareness. https://www.facebook.com/giveparkinsonstheaxe/https://www.youtube.com/@giveparkinsonstheaxe To see the P-R4ex in action:https://youtu.be/6qKNXk4r0PA?feature=shared And the event next week:https://www.facebook.com/share/cqDrh3WPWQVjChwc/Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest today is Elli Aitken, who recently completed a 100km ultra marathon, for Shake It Up, which she did in support of a close family member. She has lots to share about her family’s experience with Parkinson’s and the mental/physical challenge she decided to take on in order to support research.Thanks for listening to today’s episode! Shake It Up Australia funds ground-breaking research that aims to slow, stop and cure Parkinson’s disease. And they need your help! To support Shake It Up’s vision of a world without Parkinson’s, head to shakeitup.org.au/podcast to get involved. Together, we can find a cure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.