Épisodes

  • New Treatment Options for Progressing Parkinson’s (Webinar Audio)
    Oct 22 2025

    As Parkinson’s symptoms change over the years, different treatments may be needed to best manage symptoms and side effects. Since last fall, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved five new options for people living with the disease, including two continuous, under-the-skin infusion pumps. Tune into audio from this Third Thursday’s Webinar to hear our panel of experts discuss these options and other strategies to treat progressing Parkinson’s disease.

    Like our podcasts? Please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0

    Whether you have Parkinson’s or not, you can help move research forward. Join the study that’s changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.

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    53 min
  • Easing Into Retirement with Parkinson’s
    Oct 7 2025

    Stepping back from the workforce is a milestone event in any life, and Parkinson’s disease (PD) adds an emotional and logistical layer. Many people living with the disease think differently about when and how to retire as they balance symptoms, their financial and health needs and their plans and interests. Tune into this episode of The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Parkinson’s Podcast to listen to our expert panel of a person living with Parkinson’s, a care partner and people who work with the Parkinson’s community discuss retirement and Parkinson’s. They share advice from their own lives and tips for people entering a new phase of their life.

    Check out our free employment guide. https://www.michaeljfox.org/news/workplace-challenges

    Like our podcasts? Rate or review the show and share the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0

    The Foundation’s landmark study, the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative, also known as PPMI, is recruiting volunteers. Join the study that’s changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.

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    42 min
  • Talking About Disease-modifying Therapies for Parkinson’s (Webinar Audio)
    Sep 23 2025

    While there have been improvements in therapies to treat Parkinson’s symptoms, people living with the disease and their loved ones await a treatment that will slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease (PD) or stop it entirely. These therapies, called disease-modifying therapies, have the potential to change how PD is treated and experienced. Tune into audio from this Third Thursdays Webinar to listen to our panel of experts discuss disease-modifying therapies and the latest in Parkinson’s research.

    Like our podcasts? Please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0

    Whether you have Parkinson’s or not, you can help move research forward. Join the study that’s changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi.

    This webinar was produced with support from Biohaven. https://www.biohavenclinicaltrials.com/clinical-studies/parkinsons-disease/

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.

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    54 min
  • Navigating Employment with Parkinson's
    Sep 10 2025

    A Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis can impact many areas of life, including how you get work done and think about your career. It can lead to questions like: Should I disclose my diagnosis to my employer and colleagues? How do I adapt my work around my symptoms? What legal protections do I have? Tune into this episode of The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Parkinson’s Podcast to listen to our expert panel of people living with PD, a care partner, and an employment consultant discuss employment and Parkinson’s. They share their stories and offer the tips they’ve learned along the way.

    Check out our free employment guide. https://www.michaeljfox.org/news/workplace-challenges

    Like our podcasts? Rate or review the show and share the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0

    The Foundation’s landmark study, the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative, also known as PPMI, is recruiting volunteers. Join the study that’s changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.

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    47 min
  • Advances in Stem Cell Science for Parkinson’s (Webinar Audio)
    Aug 26 2025

    Researchers are investigating many options to treat Parkinson’s disease (PD) with stem cells, including reprogramming them to replace lost dopamine-producing neurons and creating supportive brain cells to keep neurons healthy. Tune into audio from this Third Thursdays Webinar to listen to our panel of experts discuss the latest stem cell research and answer audience questions.

    Like our podcasts? Please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0

    Whether you have Parkinson’s or not, you can help move research forward. Join the study that’s changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi.

    This webinar was produced with support from BlueRock Therapeutics.

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.

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    52 min
  • Ask Us Anything About Parkinson’s and Relationships
    Aug 19 2025

    How do I tell my children about my Parkinson’s disease (PD) diagnosis? How do I explain a tremor to my grandkids? How can I support my parent with Parkinson’s from a distance? How can my spouse and I communicate around a symptom of apathy?

    Every year our community submits thousands of questions online and at in-person events. Many are about Parkinson’s symptoms, treatment options and the latest research, but we’re also asked questions about relationships and how to maintain connection with loved ones with Parkinson’s in the picture. In this episode of The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Parkinson’s Podcast, our expert panel tackles questions on relationships and shares their personal experiences and advice.

    To connect with others for support and community, join the Parkinson’s Buddy Network. https://parkinsonsbuddynetwork.michaeljfox.org/

    Like our podcasts? Rate or review the show and share the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0

    The Foundation’s landmark study, the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative, also known as PPMI, is recruiting volunteers. Join the study that’s changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.

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    40 min
  • Finding the Right Tech Tools for Your Parkinson’s Journey (Webinar Audio)
    Jul 22 2025

    Technology can offer people living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) much needed support in several areas of life, from apps to keep track of medication timing, wearables to help smooth gait, websites to monitor symptoms and more. Tune into audio from this Third Thursdays Webinar to listen to our panel of experts discuss how tech tools can be incorporated in daily living with PD and how to find your best options. They also share personal tips and experiences and answer audience questions.

    Like our podcasts? Please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0

    Whether you have Parkinson’s or not, you can help move research forward. Join the study that’s changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.

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    57 min
  • What Imaging Tech Can Reveal About Parkinson's
    Jul 16 2025

    Advances in imaging technology offer researchers a window into how Parkinson’s disease affects the brain, which could reshape how the disease is diagnosed and treated. In this episode of The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson’s Podcast, in its award-winning Parkinson’s Science POV series, David Kumbroch, senior science writer at MJFF, lead a conversation with:

    • Jamie Eberling, PhD, senior vice present of research resources at MJFF.
    • Roger Gunn, PhD, chief science officer at Xing Imaging.

    Like our podcasts? Please consider leaving a rating or review and sharing the series with your community. https://apple.co/3p02Jw0

    Learn more about the many ways to get involved today at michaeljfox.org

    Whether you have Parkinson’s or not, you can help move research forward. Join the study that’s changing everything at michaeljfox.org/podcast-ppmi

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Foundation’s landmark research study is exploring the connection between sense of smell and brain disease. People with and without Parkinson's can help by taking a free scratch-and-sniff test. Get yours at mysmelltest.org/request.

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    36 min