Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's episode, we're excited to introduce our guest, Rick Suvanto, from Toronto, Ontario. Not only is Rick diagnosed with PD but he is also an organizer of events big and small and an advocate for people with Parkinson's Disease. Join us as we discuss Rick's journey with Parkinson's that actually began with his mother. This experience helped Rick become more aware of potential PD symptoms that allowed him to recognize his symptoms when they appeared. Rick also discusses how he works on making the best out of a tough diagnosis: the keys are exercise and community. One way of achieving both those elements at the same time is an event that Rick helps organize in Toronto. It is called Stand Up To Parkinson's (the sit to stand challenge) and it is held on World Parkinson's Day, April 11th. A part of a world wide challenge initiated by the PD Avengers, Rick organizes the Toronto contingent. The world wide goal this year will be 2 million repetitions. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson's. It is also brought to you in part by Parkinson's Awareness and Action from Cornwall, Ontario. Links to these sponsors can be found at https://spinningwheelstour.ca/podcast... This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's episode we are continuing to highlight people who will be involved in the Spinning Wheels Relay to End Parkinson's!! The Relay will begin on July 27th, 2024 in both Victoria, BC and St John's, NL and end on September 28, 2024 in Ottawa, ON. To learn more about the Relay (how to support, how to ride with us or other information) please go to www.spinningwheelsrelay.ca . Today's conversation is with Bailey Martin. Bailey is the Executive Director of Parkinson's Wellness Projects in Victoria, BC, an an organization that serves Victoria and Vancouver Island. Bailey explains the important role her organization has taken on in the past few years for people with Parkinson's and the people who love them. Bailey delves into the importance of exercising and community building, which are a huge focus are for Parkinson's Wellness Projects. To contact Bailey or the PWP please go to www.parkinsonwellness.ca . Please tune in for a heartwarming, positive, and realistic conversation that blends friendly chats with helpful insights, as we continue to raise awareness and share the experiences of those living with Parkinson's Disease across Canada. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson's. It is also brought to you in part by Parkinson's Awareness and Action from Cornwall, Ontario. Links to these sponsors can be found at https://spinningwheelstour.ca/podcast... This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's episode we are continuing to highlight people who will be involved in the Spinning Wheels Relay to End Parkinson's!! The Relay will begin on July 27th, 2024 in both Victoria, BC and St John's, NL and end on September 27, 2024 in Ottawa, ON. To learn more about the Relay (how to support, how to ride with us or other information) please go to www.spinningwheelsrelay.ca . Today's conversation is with Catherine Smart. Catherine is the Executive Director of Living Better with Parkinson's that serves the South Georgian Bay Area of Ontario and is headquartered in Collingwood, ON. Cathy explains the important role her organization has taken on in the past few years for people with Parkinson's and the people who love them. Cathy delves into the importance of exercising and community building, which are a huge focus are for Living Better with Parkinson's. To contact Cathy or the organization please go to www.livingbetterwithparkinsons.ca . Please tune in for a heartwarming, positive, and realistic conversation that blends friendly chats with helpful insights, as we continue to raise awareness and share the experiences of those living with Parkinson's Disease across Canada. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson's. It is also brought to you in part by Parkinson's Awareness and Action from Cornwall, Ontario. Links to these sponsors can be found at https://spinningwheelstour.ca/podcast... This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's episode, we're we are doing things slightly different. Today's conversation is with Li Jang. Li was born in China where she was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's Disease at the age of 21. We have opted to let this episode run in it's entirety. It is 25 minutes long. Li ‘s story is one of perseverance and acceptance. Li's story, is almost as amazing as Li herself! You don't have to believe us, just hit play! Please tune in for a heartwarming, positive, and realistic conversation that blends friendly chats with helpful insights, as we continue to raise awareness and share the experiences of those living with Parkinson's Disease across Canada. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson’s. It is also brought to you in part by Parkinson’s Awareness and Action from Cornwall, Ontario. Links to these sponsors can be found at https://spinningwheelstour.ca/podcast... This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin (Sorry, we're late but I'm getting use to the current running through me :) . In today's episode, we are continuing doing something just a little bit different! There are a few different reasons for this change. The first is that Mike is busy recovering from successful DBS surgery. He has had everything turned on but now the is some fine tuning to do in order for him to receive the best benefits. We are also excited to announce that there will be a Spinning Wheels, Relay to End Parkinson's Disease coming in the Summer of 2024! Because of these reasons, we decided to go back to the Spinning Wheels Tour for our inspiration for today's episode. Watch as Jim Redmond is replaced by Mike Loghrin and his wife Darlene. They deliver a YouTube Live from the Spinning Wheels Tour stopover in Regina, Saskatchewan. Jim and Steve were out biking and Mike and Darlene saved the day (again). This is probably the best Live of the Spinning Wheels Tour. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson's. It is also brought to you in part by Parkinson's Awareness and Action from Cornwall, Ontario. Links to these sponsors can be found at https://spinningwheelstour.ca/podcast... This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person. We are not actually sure that anyone reads these episode descriptions to the end. If you do could you please let us know in the episode comments? We would sincerely appreciate that!

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. If you comment "PD Tea" in the comment section then your name will go into a draw for 2 bags of PD Tea. Each bag contains 20 sachets of PD Tea. Hitting the Like Button does nothing to improve your chances of winning the tea but it does help us out, so why not do that as well. In today's episode, we are continuing doing something just a little bit different! There are a few different reasons for this change. The first is that Mike is busy recovering from successful DBS surgery. He has had everything turned on but now the is some fine tuning to do in order for him to receive the best benefits. We are also excited to announce that there will be a Spinning Wheels, Relay to End Parkinson's Disease coming in the Summer of 2024! Because of these reasons, we decided to go back to the Spinning Wheels Tour for our inspiration for today's episode. Watch as Jim Redmond, Steve Iseman, and Mike Loghrin's hand deliver a YouTube Live from the Spinning Wheels Tour of 2022. Jim and Steve recount some of the challenges of the tour as well as many more of the highlights and great experiences on their way to Calgary, AB. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson's. It is also brought to you in part by Parkinson's Awareness and Action from Cornwall, Ontario. Links to these sponsors can be found at https://spinningwheelstour.ca/podcast... This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person. We are not actually sure that anyone reads these episode descriptions to the end. If you do could you please let us know in the episode comments? We would sincerely appreciate that!

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's episode, we are continuing doing something just a little bit different! There are a few different reasons for this change. The first is that Mike is busy recovering from successful DBS surgery. He is too busy break dancing and pretending to be Frankenstein to worry so much about the Podcast. We are also excited to announce that there will be a Spinning Wheels, Relay to End Parkinson's Disease coming in the Summer of 2024! Because of these reasons, we decided to go back to the Spinning Wheels Tour for our inspiration for today's episode. Watch as Jim Redmond, Mike Loghrin, and Steve Iseman deliver a YouTube Live from the Spinning Wheels Tour of 2022. Jim Mike and Steve recount some of the challenges of the tour as well as many more of the highlights and great experiences on their way to Cranston, BC. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson’s. It is also brought to you in part by Parkinson’s Awareness and Action from Cornwall, Ontario. Links to these sponsors can be found at https://spinningwheelstour.ca/podcast... This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person. We are not actually sure that anyone reads these episode descriptions to the end. If you do could you please let us know in the episode comments? We would sincerely appreciate that!

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's episode, we are doing something completely different! There are a few different reasons for this change. The first is that Mike is busy recovering from successful DBS surgery. He is too busy break dancing and pretending to be Frankenstein to worry so much about the Podcast. We are also excited to announce that there will be a Spinning Wheels, Relay to End Parkinson's Disease coming in the Summer of 2024! Because of these reasons, we decided to go back to the Spinning Wheels Tour for our inspiration for today's episode. Watch as Jim Redmond and Steve Iseman host the first very YouTube Live broadcast from the Spinning Wheels Tour of 2022. Jim and Steve recount some of the challenges of the tour as well as many more of the highlights and great experiences. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson’s. It is also brought to you in part by Parkinson’s Awareness and Action from Cornwall, Ontario. Links to these sponsors can be found at https://spinningwheelstour.ca/podcast... This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's episode, we're excited to introduce our guest, Pat Evans from Portland, Ontario. Join us as we discuss Pat’s Parkinson's journey from diagnosis to the present day. Pat discusses her reaction to being diagnosed with PD, her strategies and practices to live her best life with the disease, and what she does to help others in her community (and it’s a lot!) Please tune in for a heartwarming, positive, and realistic conversation that blends friendly chats with helpful insights, as we continue to raise awareness and share the experiences of those living with Parkinson's Disease across Canada. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson’s. It is also brought to you in part by Parkinson’s Awareness and Action from Cornwall, Ontario. Links to these sponsors can be found at https://spinningwheelstour.ca/podcast-links-page/ This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's two part episode, we're excited to introduce our guests, Tom Olien and Virginia Lake of Cornwall, Ontario. Join us as we discuss both Tom's Parkinson's journey from diagnosis to the present day and Virginia's CarePartner journey. Both Tom and Virginia discuss their reactions to the diagnosis of Tom's PD, their strategies and practices so that both of them can live the best that they can with Parkinson's, and how they both ended up as leaders in their Parkinson's Community of Cornwall. Watch and listen to this heartwarming, positive, and realistic conversation that blends friendly chats, helpful insights, and advice based on lived experience as we continue to raise awareness and shine the light on those living with Parkinson's Disease across Canada. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson’s. Please go to www.PDTea.com. This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's two part episode, we're excited to introduce our guests, Tom Olien and Virginia Lake of Cornwall, Ontario. Join us as we discuss both Tom's Parkinson's journey from diagnosis to the present day and Virginia's CarePartner journey. Both Tom and Virginia discuss their reactions to the diagnosis of Tom's PD, their strategies and practices so that both of them can live the best that they can with Parkinson's, and how they both ended up as leaders in their Parkinson's Community of Cornwall. Watch and listen to this heartwarming, positive, and realistic conversation that blends friendly chats, helpful insights, and advice based on lived experience as we continue to raise awareness and shine the light on those living with Parkinson's Disease across Canada. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson’s. Please go to www.PDTea.com. This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's episode, we're excited to introduce our guest, Jeannine Alain from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Jeannine is our first, but definitely not our last, guest from Saskatchewan. Join us as we discuss Jeannine's Parkinson's journey from diagnosis to the present day. Jeannine discusses her reaction to being diagnosed with PD, her strategies and practices to live her best life with the disease, and what she does to help others through the support group she Chairs. Please tune in for a heartwarming, positive, and realistic conversation that blends friendly chats with helpful insights, as we continue to raise awareness and share the experiences of those living with Parkinson's Disease across Canada. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson’s. Please go to www.PDTea.com. This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

In this episode of Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here host Jim Redmond and Engineer Mike Loghrin have the pleasure of welcoming Darlene Richard’s-Loghrin and Mike Snetsinger. Both Darlene and Mike are real Spinning Wheels Tour heroes. This episode was recorded shortly after the one year anniversary of completing the coast to coast tour of Canada. It would not have happened without Darlene Richard’s-Loghrin and Mike Snetsinger. In relation to Parkinson’s Disease Darlene is a care partner and Mike is a person with Parkinson’s but there is so much more to both them and their roles in the Spinning Wheels Tour. So please listen in to the essence of what this podcast is all about: having a conversation about PD. Knowing that it impacts all areas of your life but, even with that first hand knowledge, not allowing Parkinson’s to be the most important thing in life. Both Darlene and Mike live their values of Family and Friends. Please share this episode with one other person. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PDTea. Please go to www.pdtea.com. Comments, suggestions and questions are most welcome and can be sent to info@spinningwheelstour.ca .

In this double episode of "Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here", host Jim Redmond welcomes Tim Hague, founder of U-turn Parkinson’s in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and winner of Season 1 of The Amazing Race Canada. Tim, an established public speaker and author, shares his personal journey with Parkinson's Disease (PD), from his initial diagnosis at the age of 46 to his present-day experiences. Tim discusses the impact of PD on his life, highlighting the challenges he faced, developing perspective and the resilience he developed. He shares his philosophy of living his best life today, practicing contentment, and offering hope to others. The conversation then shifts to U-turn Parkinson’s, ( www.uturnpd.org ))a charity Tim founded to promote wellness in the PD community. U-turn Parkinson’s provides a holistic approach to living with Parkinson's, offering wellness classes and building a supportive community for individuals dealing with the disease. All of the classes are free by the way. Tim also discusses his involvement with the PD Avengers, a global alliance of people with Parkinson's, their partners, and friends. As a co-founder, Tim shares his vision for the PD Avengers ( www.pdavengers.com ), which is to unite voices worldwide to prove Parkinson’s matters and to build a sense of real urgency to end Parkinson’. This episode provides a look into Tim's life, his work in the PD community, and his ongoing efforts to improve the lives of those living with Parkinson's. It's an inspiring conversation that underscores the power of resilience, community, and advocacy in the face of a life-changing diagnosis. Gratitude to PD Tea for helping to bring this episode to life. For more info about PD Tea please go to www.pdtea.com . Please share this episode with one person. For comments, suggestions, sponsorship, or just to say hello we can be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca .

In this double episode of "Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here", host Jim Redmond welcomes Tim Hague, founder of U-turn Parkinson’s in Winnipeg, Manitoba, and winner of Season 1 of The Amazing Race Canada. Tim, an established public speaker and author, shares his personal journey with Parkinson's Disease (PD), from his initial diagnosis at the age of 46 to his present-day experiences. Tim discusses the impact of PD on his life, highlighting the challenges he faced, developing perspective and the resilience he developed. He shares his philosophy of living his best life today, practicing contentment, and offering hope to others. The conversation then shifts to U-turn Parkinson’s, ( www.uturnpd.org ))a charity Tim founded to promote wellness in the PD community. U-turn Parkinson’s provides a holistic approach to living with Parkinson's, offering wellness classes and building a supportive community for individuals dealing with the disease. All of the classes are free by the way. Tim also discusses his involvement with the PD Avengers, a global alliance of people with Parkinson's, their partners, and friends. As a co-founder, Tim shares his vision for the PD Avengers ( www.pdavengers.com ), which is to unite voices worldwide to prove Parkinson’s matters and to build a sense of real urgency to end Parkinson’. This episode provides a look into Tim's life, his work in the PD community, and his ongoing efforts to improve the lives of those living with Parkinson's. It's an inspiring conversation that underscores the power of resilience, community, and advocacy in the face of a life-changing diagnosis. Gratitude to PD Tea for helping to bring this episode to life. For more info about PD Tea please go to www.pdtea.com . Please share this episode with one person. For comments, suggestions, sponsorship, or just to say hello we can be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca .

Here is the second part of our first ever double episode. In this part of Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, host Jim Redmond and engineer Mike Loghrin welcome Tamara Boaden, the from the Passion for Parkinson's Foundation in Mississauga, Ontario. Tamara shares her inspiring story of being a caregiver for her husband who has Parkinson's Disease and how this experience led her to be part of the start and continued growth of the Passion for Parkinson's Foundation. Tamara discusses the challenges and rewards of caregiving, as well as the importance of community and exercise in helping people with Parkinson's live their best lives. She also talks about the foundation's mission to source, implement, and fund creative arts and exercise programs for people living with Parkinson's Disease, and how they align with community partners and certified instructors to deliver free arts and exercise programs that help manage the physical, cognitive, and social conditions associated with PD. Join Jim, Mike, and Tamara for an insightful conversation that sheds light on the realities of living with Parkinson's Disease, the power of community support, and the impact of the Passion for Parkinson's Foundation on the lives of those affected by this condition. Interested in more information about the Passion for Parkinson's Foundation? Their website is https://passionforparkinsons.org/ . Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea. The healing power of tea applied to Parkinson's. For more information please go to www.pdtea.com. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here is hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca) and engineered by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca).

Here is a first for the podcast: a double episode! Here is Part A. In the first part of Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, host Jim Redmond and engineer Mike Loghrin welcome Tamara Boaden, the from the Passion for Parkinson's Foundation in Mississauga, Ontario. Tamara shares her inspiring story of being a caregiver for her husband who has Parkinson's Disease and how this experience led her to be part of the start and continued growth of the Passion for Parkinson's Foundation. Tamara discusses the challenges and rewards of caregiving, as well as the importance of community and exercise in helping people with Parkinson's live their best lives. She also talks about the foundation's mission to source, implement, and fund creative arts and exercise programs for people living with Parkinson's Disease, and how they align with community partners and certified instructors to deliver free arts and exercise programs that help manage the physical, cognitive, and social conditions associated with PD. Join Jim, Mike, and Tamara for an insightful conversation that sheds light on the realities of living with Parkinson's Disease, the power of community support, and the impact of the Passion for Parkinson's Foundation on the lives of those affected by this condition. Interested in more information about the Passion for Parkinson's Foundation? Their website is https://passionforparkinsons.org/ . Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea. The healing power of tea applied to Parkinson's. For more information please go to www.pdtea.com. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here is hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca) and engineered by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca).

Welcome back to Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here, hosted by Jim Redmond and engineered by Mike Loghrin. In today's episode, we're excited to introduce our guest, Greg Hicks from Riverview, New Brunswick, a passionate advocate for people with Parkinson's Disease. Join us as we discuss Greg's work in helping individuals with Parkinson's maintain an active and fulfilling life through exercise and support. We'll hear inspiring stories like Ralph Richardson's 300-day driveway walking challenge for Parkinson's awareness and Jim Hanna's journey to maintain a sense of normalcy. Additionally, we'll dive into Greg's efforts in organizing a Superwalk to raise funds for Parkinson's research and support. Tune in for a heartwarming conversation that blends friendly chats with professional insights, as we continue to raise awareness and share the experiences of those living with Parkinson's Disease across Canada. Although Greg’s Superwalk has been held you can still donate to his team, specifically Jim Hanna. Here is the link: https://donate.parkinson.ca/goto/B4H-Riverview Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson’s. Please go to www.PDTea.com. This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

In this episode of 'Spinning Wheels, Parkinson's Conversations with Jim Here,' Jim sits down with Denise Lawson from Calgary, Alberta. Denise, a retired physiotherapist, shares her journey of living well with Parkinson's disease since her diagnosis two years ago. Initially shocked by the diagnosis, Denise quickly decided to move forward and embrace strategies for a fulfilling life. A strategy she uses is mindfulness and meditation. Another is cycling, which not only provides a sense of freedom but also offers an intense physical workout. Denise's participation in the Bike to Barcelona Ride, where she and her husband cycled 1600km to the World Parkinson's Congress in Barcelona, Spain, showcases her determination and resilience. Additionally, Denise emphasizes the importance of community for support. Denise’s story serves as an inspiration to others, offering valuable insights and encouragement to those navigating life with Parkinson's disease. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea: the healing power of tea applied to Parkinson’s. Please go to www.PDTea.com. This podcast is edited by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). We can also be reached at info@spinningwheelstour.ca. We ask that you share this podcast with one other person.

In this episode of Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here, host Jim engages in an inspiring conversation with Lanny Thomas, a prominent figure in the Peterborough and Kawartha Lakes Parkinson's Community. Lanny recently underwent the life-changing Deep Brain Stimulation surgery, and he shares his personal journey and experiences with Parkinson's Disease. Throughout the episode, Lanny provides valuable insights into living with Parkinson's Disease and sheds light on the challenges he has faced. He discusses the impact of the disease on his daily life, as well as the various strategies he has employed to maintain a positive outlook and lead a fulfilling life despite the obstacles. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of raising awareness about Parkinson's Disease as Lanny shares his own story and highlights the resilience and strength of individuals living with this condition. Join Jim as he navigates this sincere and enlightening conversation with Lanny Thomas, offering listeners a glimpse into the realities and triumphs of those who face Parkinson's Disease head-on. Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is brought to you in part by PD Tea. The healing properties of tea applied to Parkinson’s. For more information please go to https//: www.PDTea.com . Spinning Wheels, Parkinson’s Conversations with Jim Here is Produced by Mike Loghrin (mike@spinningwheelstour.ca) and Hosted by Jim Redmond (jim@spinningwheelstour.ca). Any comments, questions, sponsorship inquiries can be sent to either Mike or Jim or to info@spinningwheelstour.ca. Please take the time to share the podcast with one person you know.