Best Jagdeep Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 20: WPC 2026 Ambassador Jagdeep Ajula (UK) & WPC 2023 Awardee Kabugo Hannington (Uganda) 34:33

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In this episode, hosts Edgar Valdmanis, WPC 2026 Parkinson Ambassador, and Eli Pollard, WPC Executive Director, engage in a conversation with WPC 2026 Ambassador Jagdeep Ajula (UK) and WPC Awardee Kabugo Hannington (Uganda). Hannington received the Robin A. Elliott Award for Outstanding Community Service at the 6th World Parkinson Congress for his …

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REFUGEE SUPPORT: With Allyson Pazos – walking alongside community 32:24

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With 32% of Australia’s population born overseas Australia is truly a nation of immigrants with a strong and diverse multicultural identity. On this episode Nicky speaks with Allyson Pazos, Manager for Youth and Refugee Services at MCCI (Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra) about the important work they are doing in community supporting …

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Episode 21: Professor Sarkis K. Mazmanian, Microbiologist and WPC 2026 Speaker 39:25

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Professor Sarkis Mazmanian joins the Hear, Here Parkinson's Podcast with hosts WPC Executive Director, Eli Pollard, and guest host, WPC 2026 Science Ambassador Dr. Roberta Marongiu. Professor Sarkis Mazmanian is an American medical microbiologist who has served as a professor at the California Institute of Technology since 2006. He is currently the…

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VETERANS HEALTH: With Lachlan Stevens – Building a “Sense of Purpose” through Community 38:28

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Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide that may be upsetting or triggering for some listeners. Resources and support are available and listed at the bottom of the show notes below. In this episode of Community Matters Nicky talks with Lachlan Stevens, Director Founder and Veteran, about the importance of “a sense of purpose” …

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Episode 19: Dr. A. Jon Stoessl, CM, MD, FRCPC, FCAHS, Former WPC President 35:08

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On this episode of the Hear, Here! Parkinson's Podcast, former WPC President Dr. Jon Stoessl joins hosts Eli Pollard, the WPC Executive Director, and guest co-host Julia Obergasteiger, a WPC 2026 Science Ambassador. Together, they engage in an insightful discussion about his contributions to the Parkinson's community and his experiences at the Worl…

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: With Jagdeep Singh – Why AI is a Game Changer for the Community Sector 38:36

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“It’s a little bit mind blowing!” says Nicky in this vital episode as she talks Artificial Intelligence (AI) with Jagdeep Singh, Emerging Technologies and Innovation Specialist. Jagdeep and Nicky take a much-needed look at the “big gap” that exists between the use of AI in the workplace and the boardroom and the guardrails, the guidance and the pol…

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DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT: With Karen Burdett – Shifting the dial on employment inclusion 37:21

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On this important episode of Community Matters Nicky talks with Karen Burdett, CEO of Greenacres Disability Services, and dives into the benefits of employment inclusion and the challenges we face today as a result of Australia not keeping pace with the OECD levels of employment for people with disability. Just reaching OECD averages on disability …

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Episode 18: Naomi Estolas, WPC 2026 Parkinson Ambassador & Daughter Ruby Estolas 42:03

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Naomi Estolas, WPC 2026 Parkinson Ambassador, along with her daughter Ruby Estolas, join the Hear, Here Parkinson's Podcast with Host WPC Executive Director, Eli Pollard, and Guest Host, WPC 2026 Ambassador, Margie Zimmerman. They discuss Ruby's viewpoint as a child of someone living with Parkinson's disease, how the WPC experience helped to inspir…

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SEXUAL HEALTH: With Tracy Lumb – It’s time to talk about Sexual Choking 35:33

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Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual violence and disturbing content that may be upsetting or triggering for some listeners. Please use your discretion when deciding whether to continue listening. If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, resources and support are available and listed at the bottom of …

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Episode 17: Dr. Ray Dorsey, David M. Levy, Professor of Neurology at the University of Rochester 45:09

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Dr. Ray Dorsey is the David M. Levy, Professor of Neurology at the University of Rochester and joins the Hear, Here Parkinson's Podcast to discuss how he is working to identify and eliminate the root causes of Parkinson's disease. He is a co-author of Ending Parkinson's Disease - A Prescription for Action (2020) and co-author of the new book The Pa…

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NDIS THERAPY PRICING: With Alice Lans – Why early intervention is an essential investment in a child’s future 25:39

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In this episode Nicky speaks with Alice Lans the CEO of Noah’s Inclusion Services to better understand how allied health disability services support functional outcomes for children with disability. Alice is a Speech Pathologist by training and now leads a dedicated team of allied health professionals, support workers and early childhood educators …

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Episode 16: Michelle Garratt & Sree Sripathy, WPC Buddies Program Coordinators 40:29

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In this episode, podcast hosts welcome WPC Buddies Program Coordinators, Michelle Garratt and Sree Sripathy, to discuss the WPC Buddies Program. Topics include: What the program entails Who is eligible to apply The lasting impact it has had on delegates who attended The World Parkinson CongressBy World Parkinson Coalition

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AGED CARE WORKFORCE: With Amarni Harris – The first word that comes to mind is "Fun"! 16:28

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In this enjoyable episode Nicky chats with Amarni Harris, a young Personal Care Worker with Warrigal Care. With a workforce twice the size of the entire mining industry in Australia, aged care needs great people and faces an urgent need to grow the workforce to meet the increasing demand. For anyone considering a career in aged care this episode de…

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Episode 15: Professor Tilo Kunath, Past WPC Presenter 37:03

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Professor Tilo Kunath from the University of Edinburgh and a former presenter at the World Parkinson Congress, appears on the Hear, Here Parkinson's Podcast. He shares insights on stem cell research and reflects on the significant impact that the World Parkinson Congresses have had, both for him personally and for the Edinburgh research community a…

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NAIDOC WEEK SPECIAL: With Charlie Ashby – Next Generation Rising: Cultural Healing in the Shoalhaven 23:06

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In this powerful NAIDOC Week special celebrating the 2025 theme of "Next Generation: Strength Vision and Legacy," host Nicky sits down with Charlie Ashby, Cultural Lead for Cullunghutti Aboriginal Child and Family Centre in the Shoalhaven. This is a conversation that will transform how you think about cultural healing and community connection. “We …

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Episode 14: Omotola Thomas, MS, Founder of Parkinson's Africa & WPC Board Member 39:49

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On this episode of the Hear, Here Podcast, hosts, WPC 2026 Parkinson Ambassador Edgar Valdmanis and WPC Executive Director, Eli Pollard, have a wonderful conversation with Parkinson Advocate, Omotola Thomas, MS who is the Founder of Parkinson’s Africa, a WPC Alumni Ambassador, and sits on the WPC Board of Directors.…

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COST OF LIVING CRISIS: With Cath Daly - Food is the glue: Building community one meal at a time 22:50

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“There’s got to be food and it’s got to be fun!” explains Bellambi Neighbourhood Centre Coordinator Cath Daly about her approach to supporting community health and wellbeing. Nicky talks to Cath about supporting families and kids by providing nutritious breakfasts and packed lunches and a place to connect and share. After school programs, bingo and…

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Episode 13: Professor Per Borghammer, Clinical Professor, MD, PhD, DMSc, WPC 2023 Program Comms Member 35:53

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Professor Per Borghammer, MD, PhD, DMSc joins the podcast this week with host WPC 2026 Parkinson Ambassador Edgar Valdmanis. Dr. Per Borghammer presented at the 5th and 6th World Parkinson Congresses. He is currently a senior consultant and Professor in the Department of Nuclear Medicine & PET at Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark.…

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Episode 12: Professor Bas Bloem, WPC 2013 Scientific Co-Chair 44:02

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In this episode Hear Here Parkinson's podcast host, WPC 2026 Parkinson Ambassador, Edgar Valdmanis is joined by guest host, WPC 2026 Parkinson Ambassador, Monique Bosman as they interview Professor Bas Bloem, who is a Professor of Neurology at Radboud University Medical Center in The Netherlands and who was the WPC 2013 Scientific Co-Chair.…

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HUMAN RIGHTS: With Craig Foster AM –What would you do in the face of injustice? 38:06

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In this powerful conversation, Nicky dives deep into fairness, equity, and social justice with Craig Foster AM—former Socceroos captain, sports broadcaster, author, human rights advocate and 2023 NSW Australian of the Year. Nicky and Craig discuss how his own life journey took him from country NSW and a sheltered worldview to a broader, more divers…

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Episode 11: Pedal to Phoenix, Rune Vethe, Alison Anderson, Geoff Constable, Alumni Ambassadors & Founding Members Cycling to WPC 40:53

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In this episode of the Hear, Here Parkinson's Podcast, hosts WPC 2026 Ambassador Edgar Valdmanis and WPC Executive Director Eli Pollard take some time to speak with the WPC Alumni Ambassadors and founding members of the cycling to WPC group, Pedal to Phoenix. They speak with Alison Anderson (UK), Rune Vethe (Norway) and Geoff Constable (Australia).…

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COST OF LIVING CRISIS: With Danna Nelse AM - How neighbourhood centres are pivoting to tackle the crisis 20:45

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New research from the University of Wollongong reveals concerning levels of food insecurity for families across the Illawarra Shoalhaven region (see link below). On this episode Nicky speaks with Danna Nelse, Manager of the Albion Park & Albion Park Rail Neighbourhood Centres, who is on the front line of seeing the impacts of food insecurity on fam…

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DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT: With Rod Von Clark – More than a job - breaking down the barriers to employment success 29:41

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Statistics show, despite years of disability employment strategies, rates of employment for people with a disability remain much lower than the general population. On this episode Nicky takes a deep dive with Rod Von Clark the CEO of the Flagstaff Group to understand why. Rod talks about some of the systemic and cultural barriers to people with dis…

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DISABILITY REFORM: With Edward Birt – The shift to registration for NDIS providers 34:31

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This week Nicky talks to Ed Birt, Senior Policy Specialist at the Community Industry Group, about the shift towards a risk proportionate registration model for disability service providers that is coming to the NDIS. In December 2023 the NDIS Review recommended a risk proportionate registration model where all providers are registered based on the …

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Episode 10: Chirine Katribe, PhD, Parkinson France & WPC 2026 Science Ambassador 35:29

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In this episode we have the opportunity to speak with Chirine Katribe, PhD, from France Parkinson who is also a WPC 2026 Science Ambassador and shares about her own experience attending the WPC 2023 in Barcelona, her own research on Parkinson's, and how Parkinson France continues to create opportunities for their researchers to attend The World Par…

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TRANSPORT DISADVANTAGE: With Maria Corsiglia - How Transport Disadvantage Deepens Vulnerability 16:13

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In this Episode, Nicky is joined by Maria Corsiglia - Centre Manager, Barnardo's South Coast Children's Family Centre. Maria gives insights into how lack of access to public transport impacts the lives of people in vulnerable circumstances. Using real life examples, Maria explores how vulnerable families are further disadvantaged by being unable to…

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Episode 9: Denise & Bernard Coley 37:25

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On today's podcast we are joined by Denise and Bernard Coley who talk about Advocacy & CarePartners during this extra episode for Parkinson's Awareness Month.By World Parkinson Coalition

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATON & CARE: With Kim Bertino - Getting it right for every child 14:59

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In this important episode Nicky talks with Kim Bertino. Kim is the Chief Executive Officer of Big Fat Smile, a not-for-profit provider in the Illawarra providing Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) services. Kim and Nicky discuss the multiple impacts on children, families and communities of a lack of access to quality affordable ECEC and the …

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Episode 8: Sara Riggare, PhD 35:59

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Sara Riggare, MSc, PhD, served as an Ambassador and as faculty for the third World Parkinson Congress in Montreal, Canada and the fourth World Parkinson Congress in Portland, Oregon and Bracelona, Spain.She is also an advisor to the conference Stanford Medicine X and a member of the British Medical Journal’s Patient Panel. She is an actively engage…

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Episode 7: Michael Okun, MD 31:33

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On this episode Podcast hosts, WPC 2026 Parkinson Ambassador, Edgar Valdmanis, and WPC Executive Director, Eli Pollard, interview special guest Dr. Michael Okun, a neurologist, neuroscientist, author and Director at The University of Florida Fixel Institute, and National Medical Advisor at the Parkinson's Foundation, as well as WPC 2023 Scientific …

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BED BLOCK P4: With Val Fell - A personal perspective on bed block 17:15

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Aged Care, Ageing and Dementia Advocate, Val Fell joins Nicky to give a very personal account of being a patient who has experienced the impact of bed block. A member of the Minister’s Council of Elders and the National Older Persons’ Reference Group, Val was taken into hospital for a medical emergency and spent 3 weeks in a locked geriatric dement…

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Episode 6: WPC 2026 Steering Committee Members Terry Ellis & Victor McConvey 34:06

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Terry Ellis PhD, PT (USA) & Victor McConvey RN (Australia) WPC 2026 Comprehensive Care Committee Program Co-chairs Podcast Hosts: WPC 2026 Parkinson Ambassadors Edgar Valdmanis (Norway) & Guest Host, Margie Zimmerman (USA).By World Parkinson Coalition

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Episode 5: WPC Program Co-Chair, Malú G Tansey 41:11

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In this episode of the Hear, Here Parkinson's Podcast, host Edgar Valdmanis is joined by special guest co-host WPC 2026 Science Ambassador Dr. Roberta Marongiu as they interview Podcast guest WPC Program Co-Chair, Malú G Tansey, a Professor of Neurology and the James A. Caplin MD, Chair in Alzheimer’s Disease at Indiana University School of Medicin…

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Episode 4: Larry Gifford & Tim Hague, PD Avengers Co-Founders 29:50

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On Episode 4, Larry Gifford & Tim Hague Co-Founders of PD Avengers join the Podcast to talk about their advocacy work with PD Avengers and the lasting impact The World Parkinson Congress has had on their lives.By World Parkinson Coalition

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BED BLOCK P3: With Tanya Southworth - STARS unblocking hospital beds one conversation at a time 18:17

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In our third episode focusing on “Bed Block,” Nicky is shocked to learn that older people admitted to hospital are staying, on average, over 16 times longer than younger people. This is “Bed Block,” where people no longer in need of acute care are unable to leave the hospital due to a lack of availability of residential care or not having the suppo…

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Episode 3: WPC 2026 Program Committee Chair, Researcher Leonidas Stefanis, MD, PhD from Greece joins the Podcast 32:37

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Researcher, Leonidas Stefanis, MD, PhD, Professor of Neurology at National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Greece, was our first speaker to kick off the WPC 2026 Research Spotlight Series this week, talking about Genetic synucleinopathies and Parkinson’s. He joins the Hear, Here Parkinson's Podcast to talk about his role as Chair of the WP…

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BED BLOCK P2: With Mark Sewell - Here come the Baby Boomers! 32:29

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Aged care consultant Mark Sewell joins Nicky on this episode of the podcast bringing his wealth of knowledge and insights into the crisis facing the Health Care system due to “bed block”. Bed block is where people are unable to leave the acute care hospital setting due to lack of availability of residential care or not having the supports at home t…

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BED BLOCK P1: With Margot Mains - Not just a Health issue (how bed block impacts the whole community) 21:30

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Local Health District CEO, Margot Mains joins us to explore how hospitals are coping with the nearly 200 older people in hospital who need to move to, or return to, residential care. Margot explains how this impacts both older people who need and deserve specialised aged care, and health care opportunities for the whole community. Together we explo…

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Episode 2: An Interview with WPC President Roger Barker, PhD 29:49

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In this episode co-hosts, WPC 2026 Ambassador Edgar Valdmanis and WPC Executive Director, Eli Pollard, have a delightful conversation about the impact of the World Parkinson Congress with WPC President, Roger Barker, BA, MBBS, PhD, MRCP, FMedSci who is the Professor of Clinical Neuroscience and Honorary Consultant in Neurology at the University of …

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Episode 1: An Introduction to Hear, Here, Parkinson’s! 40:31

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Episode 1: An Introduction to Hear, Here, Parkinson’s! podcast with Edgar Valdmanis and WPC Executive Director, Eli Pollard. This podcast series is made possible with support from BlueRock Therapeutics.By Julie Winn

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TRANSPORT: With George Takacs - the important benefits of Active Transport 18:16

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Residents of the Illawarra Shoalhaven are being called to action! The Strategic Regional Transport Plan is open for consultation, offering a chance to shape the future of transport in our region. In this episode of Community Matters, Nicky speaks with George Takacs, Active Transport Taskforce Coordinator at Healthy Cities Illawarra, about the vital…