Interviews
Hundreds of conversations with warriors, caregivers, researchers and advocates from around the world.
Erica Brooks: Small Changes Matter: Empowering Everyday Life with Parkinson’s
I am an occupational therapist, advocate, and the founder of Parkinson’s Pathways, with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals as they navigate changes…
January 16, 2026
An interview with Dr. Phyllis Abel Deal: Fearlessly facing Parkinson’s
I hold a PhD in sociology and a Masters in Psychology & Counseling I taught in higher ed for more than 20 years. I…
January 14, 2026
Sara Martinelli de Souza: the Parkinson’s Channel & Living Well with Parkinson’s
I am Sara Martinelli, 33-years-old, a neurologist from Brazil. I created Parkinson's Channel, an international educational platform on Parkinson's disease, to support patients and…
January 13, 2026
Shimon Lecht: From Science to Impact: Building Real World Hope for People Living with Parkinson’s
I am a scientist‑entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of CBX Therapeutics, a biotech company focused on evidence‑based cannabinoid therapies for neurological and aging‑related…
January 12, 2026
Kelly Maccioli: Magic in Movement.
I’m a runner by morning, dance teacher by evening, and 24/7 I’m a mom of three. Running is my hobby. It keeps me active…
January 12, 2026
Diana Rodriguez: A Journey of Resilience: Focusing on the Beauty of Each Day, Holding on to the Blessings, and Choosing Positivity as the only Way of Life
I was born and raised in Colombia and moved to Canada as a teenager. From a very young age, I’ve been a positive, free-spirited…
January 11, 2026
Christopher Ezernack, Against Probability: Parkinson’s, Autonomy, and the Refusal to Disappear
I am a physics and cognitive science student with a minor in mathematics and a quantum computing certification, and I live with early onset…
January 9, 2026
Josie Pfafflin: Let’s talk about Parkinson’s | Neuro notions advocacy.
My name is Josie and I am originally from Brooklyn, New York. My interest in Parkinson’s stems from the experience that both of my…
January 9, 2026
Perry Ojeda: Thriving with Parkinson’s
PERRY OJEDA is a professional actor that has been seen on Broadway (ON THE TOWN, BLOOD BROTHERS, IMAGINARY FREINDS), London’s West End (DOLLY WEST’S…
January 8, 2026
Cal Hultquist: Kicking & Screaming: Martial Arts Therapy
Cal Hultquist: Kicking & Screaming: Martial Arts Therapy Please tell me a little about your background. I am a former government, law enforcement and…
January 8, 2026
Kristine Viegas, Hope for Parkinsons: Turning Advocacy into Action for Parkinson’s Awareness
I am a caregiver, community advocate, and volunteer leader based in Ontario, Canada. Much of my work focuses on food security, community support, and…
January 4, 2026
Daniel Alperin: Boston, Sydney & the Chicago Marathons
I am 61 years old and live in Newton, Mass with my wife Becky. We have three daughters who are Jessie (30) who lives…
December 22, 2025
A. Adrian Mireles, A Brief Chat with Adrian a PERSON, Advocate and Patient, All in that Order
I am Adrian Mireles and I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 2017. I worked for 21 years primarily in oilfield trucking services, but…
December 16, 2025
Prof. Michael Heneka, Research and advocacy for neurodegenerative diseases in Luxembourg
My name is Michael Heneka. I am a board-certified neurologist and clinician-scientist. My training spans experimental, preclinical and clinical neurology with a long-standing research…
December 15, 2025
An interview with Lincoln Bode “A Journey that started with “me,” but ended in “we”
As you may have heard, my father (Hank Bode) battled with Parkinsons for nine years, before passing away on January 27, 2025. Throughout the…
December 12, 2025
Janice Linnert: It’s All About Tony
I was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York and moved to Florida in 1995. I was a young widow and met my future…
December 4, 2025
Georgia Mills: Accelerating the Search for Disease-Modifying Treatments
Georgia is the Research Project Manager for the Edmond J Safra Accelerating Clinical Trials in Parkinson's Disease (EJS ACT-PD) Initiative. This landmark programme brings…
December 3, 2025
Malinda Shultice: No Two Pathways Are The Same
My name is Malinda Shultice and I’ve worked as an executive director in senior living for ten years and am now a professor at…
November 26, 2025