Episodes

How much do you know about your sense of smell? Do you still have it? What if there was a way to restore it? In this episode Judy and Travis interview doctors Hong Wang & Nancy Rawson, researchers from Monell Chemical Senses Center. Monell was the first center in the US dedicated to studying the senses of smell and taste. You can learn more about their amazing research at www.monell.org Enjoy! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engi...

This episode, Judy and Travis have the privilege of speaking with Mike Weinman. Mike is an "early onset" he was diagnosed at age 36. With a wife and three young children Mike had to adapt. He shares a part of his story with us. Enjoy! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engineering Intern: Ana MacAller Social Media Intern: Ana MacAller www.INDYpodcast.net

What is the PD community doing to move their brains forward? is the full title of this episode. Judy and Travis discuss a range of topics from defining Parkinson's Disease to sniff therapy. Travis share what he discovered about al forms of therapy (physical, speech, swallow, etc.) Enjoy! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engineering Intern: Ana MacAller Social Media Intern: Ana MacAller www.INDYpodcast.net

This episode Judy & Travis discuss a range of topics including Organic, what the term means & Travis shares some of his experience working in the organic food industry. Judy shares about a webinar she attended & introduces a new book "This is your brain on food" by Uma Naidoo. Enjoy! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engineering Intern: Ana MacAller Social Media Intern: Ana MacAller www.INDYpodcast.net

This episode Judy and Travis talk about the importance of clinical research and how you can participate. Then they start a conversation about some of the benefits of eating organically. Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at www.liquidiv.com Hint: (the code is the name of our show) Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engineering Intern: Ana MacAller Social Medi...

Judy and Travis discuss personal responsibility and the role it plays in PD treatment. Also this episode has some music! We hope that you enjoy. Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at www.liquidiv.com Hint: (the code is the name of our show) Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engineering Intern: Ana MacAller Social Media: Kennedy Larson www.INDYpodcast.net

Judy and Travis interview the amazing Dr. John Ball, marathon runner and one of the founders of Team Parkinson's. Team Parkinson's is a charity of the L.A. Marathon that has raised over $3M for Parkinson's research. Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at www.liquidiv.com Hint: (the code is the name of our show) Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engineering Int...

You remember that anti-drug abuse program that they used to have in public schools, D.A.R.E.? I always figured it stood for Drugs Are Really Expensive... Little did I know what I'd end up paying for prescriptions. Today's episode Judy and Travis discuss the impacts of these kinds of medical bills on a person with Parkinson's and share some of their strategies for not getting crushed under the weight of the pill bills. Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off...

Therapeutic as opposed to compensatory strategies as discussed in a previous episode. This episode Judy and Travis discuss one of the symptoms of PD that Travis wasn't willing to settle for a compensation on, rather chose to keep working with his doctors to find a therapeutic solution for. This episode we start a new segment Fuck, I Have PD. Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at www.liquidiv.com Hint: (the code is the n...

On this episode Judy and Travis share some thoughts for those friends, kids and other members of the "greater care team". What do you do when your friend or co-worker is diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease? Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at www.liquidiv.com Hint: (the code is the name of our show) Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engineering Intern: Ana M...

This episode Judy and Travis discuss some of the financial impacts of Parkinson's on your life and share some tips how to best prepare for them. Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at www.liquidiv.com Hint: (the code is the name of our show) Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engineering Intern: Ana MacAller Social Media: Kennedy Larson www.INDYpodcast.net

No, we're not talking about ways to make money of be "compensation for having Parkinson's Disease". In this episode Judy and Travis discuss some of the ways you can compensate for having PD. Even more importantly when it's best to not compensate for having PD. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor & Audio Engineer: (EP1-100) Spencer Yaras Audio Engineering Intern: Ana MacAller Social Media: Kennedy Larson www.INDYpodcast.net

Getting the support that you need can make the world of difference in your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. In this episode Judy and Travis discuss some of the options available to PD patients and their care partners and share a little of their own experiences in the world of PD support groups. Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at www.liquidiv.com Hint: (the code is the name of our show) Co-hosts: Judy Yaras &...

In this week's episode Judy & Travis interview Bill Meyer and Derek Torry from Pass to Pass, an all volunteer organization that takes folks with Parkinson's Disease out hiking on multi-day backing trips. Bill and Derek are both avid hikers and both have been living with PD for several years. Listen to them share part of their story. Find out more about Pass to Pass at passtopass.org Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at ...

In this episode Judy and Travis discuss the very exciting news that yes, it IS possible to restore sense of smell loss caused by Parkinson's Disease. Have a listen as Travis describes his sniff therapy & what he is doing to validate the results thereof. Please note: Your individual results may very. Nothing is this episode is meant to guarantee any particular results nor is it intended to take the place of qualified medical advice.* *Our lawyers insisted in us putting this in. Co-hosts: Judy ...

In this episode Judy and Travis speak with the indomitable Jennifer Parkinson, who is the co-founder of Neuroboxing. Jennifer was diagnosed with PD some 16 years ago and shares a bit of her story. Please note: We had some technical difficulties that resulted in less than perfect audio, but I am sure you'll agree that Jennifer's message is worth it. Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at www.liquidiv.com Hint: (the code i...

Most people say "Better the devil you know, than the one you don't." as a way of expressing that they'd rather stick with a known problem no matter how bad than to face an unknown. In this episode Judy and Travis discuss just the opposite, "the devil you don't know" and how that lifestyle philosophy has helped Travis navigate his treatment choices for his Parkinson's disease. They also do a brief follow up on the "sniff therapy" experiment discussed in episode #2 and more. Please remember to us...

Heads up! This episode is a rough listen. Judy and Travis talk about the difficulty one can face when changing their medication. Travis' speech is very strained and difficult to understand in this one. If this is your first episode, we encourage you to also check out our other episodes where Travis is much easier to listen to. That said, we felt that it was worthwhile to publish this one to let you all know that some days it's difficult but also to remind you that this too shall pass. Co-hosts...

On this episode Judy and Travis discuss that magical moment when the neurologist tells you the big news - "Hey you've got Parkinson's Disease". How it felt from the perspective of the care partners as well as the person with PD. Please remember to use the code that we mentioned in this episode for 20% off when you shop better hydration at www.liquidiv.com Hint: (the code is the name of our show) Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor: Spencer Yaras Social Media: Kennedy Larson www.I...

This episode Judy and Travis talk about camping and travel in general & share a few tips and tricks for having a successful trip when you have a neurological disease. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor: Spencer Yaras Social Media: Kennedy Larson www.INDYpodcast.net

This episode Judy and Travis talk with Garth McLean. Garth has MS & has been using yoga to keep his symptoms under control, successfully - for the last 25 years. You can learn more about Garth at yogarth.com Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor: Spencer Yaras Social Media: Kennedy Larson www.INDYpodcast.net

On this episode Judy and Travis discuss swallowing issues & strategies to deal with them. If you have trouble swallowing or frequently choke on your food, then this episode is for you. We'd love to hear from you. Send us your feedback & suggestions for subjects that you'd like us to cover. show@indypodcast.net Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor: Spencer Yaras Social Media: Kennedy Larson www.INDYpodcast.net

In this episode Judy and Travis discuss the loss of sense of smell caused by Parkinson's Disease & what Travis is doing to restore his sense of smell. Have you lost your sense of smell from PD? Would you like to know how to get it back? We'd love to hear your feedback. Send us your comments: show@indypodcast.net Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor: Spencer Yaras Social Media: Kennedy Larson www.INDYpodcast.net

Judy & Travis discuss some of the issues with sleep & PD. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson Editor: Spencer Yaras Social Media: Kennedy Larson www.INDYpodcast.net