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Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - HazmirHazmir, 42, was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in February 2025, and only three months later his family rallied to raise $30,000 for Fight MND in his honour. Guided by a deep faith, he approaches his future with joy, hope, and unwavering determination. Since his diagnosis, Hazmir has become an active and passionate member of the MND community through his involvement in both LEN and LERAP. He has also written a book and is the focus of a documentary that captures his life, resilience, and impact since receiving his diagnosis. He also has a You Tube channel "MND Hacked"...
2026-01-0735 min
Window DressingJessica Simpson: For The GirlsThis week, I revisit my season three theme: Sirens and Gossip Rag Goddesses of The New Millennium to talk about Jessica Simpson. An obvious pick for this subject, given her harrowing journey through public humiliation, body shaming, and more than one romance that tried to define and then destroy her. She took all the parts of her that were dismissed as dumb, bubblegum fluff, and too basic, and turned them into a profitable and accessible lifestyle brand, and just released the best record of her career. Let's hear it for the girls, and the bubblegum pop that turns into so...
2026-01-0626 min
Brutal, bizarre, and boozy podcast#176: The Evolution of Santa Claus, Nicole Brown Simpson & a Gingerbread Old FashionedIn Episode 176 of Brutal, Bizarre, and Boozy, Jane traces the evolution of Santa Claus, exploring how folklore, cultural shifts, and commercialization shaped the modern figure recognized today.Deklan then covers the murder of Nicole Brown Simpson, one of the most infamous true crime cases in American history, examining the violence that shocked the nation and the legacy the case left behind.We also enjoy the Gingerbread Old Fashioned.Want to contact us, find us on:Email: thebrutalandbizarre@gmail.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brutal_bizarre_boozy/ ...
2025-12-2452 min
Let's Talk MNDUse Let's Talk MND - Richard RawnsleyJane Simpson speaks with Richard Rawnsley about his recent MND diagnosis. Richard has decided to fight back and is currently walking the Santiago De Compostela trail, this time in France. Real stories, research, and lived experience from the MND community. A podcast for connection, awareness, and hope. You can follow Richard's journey here https://linktr.ee/richardwalks2025
2025-10-2736 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - 'Finally, in Hands I Can Trust'Dr. Karen Hutchinson, is an Honorary Research Fellow at Macquarie University and Anthea Smith whose partner, Jason, lives MND are two authors of a recently published research paper, "'Finally, in Hands I Can Trust': Perspectives on Trust in Motor Neurone Disease Care." It explores how individuals with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) build trust with healthcare providers and the importance of that trust for their quality of life. It also represents a sentiment of finding reliable support, which can be crucial for people with MND and their families. You can read the article here htt...
2025-10-2142 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Janet & Peter HoughJanet Hough was diagnosed with MND in June 2023. Janet and her husband Peter are a true team and focus on what brings them joy on their MND journey. They have started a monthly MND Mornington Peninsula group They are organising a MND Victoria - Event - Walk for a Cause - Mornington Peninsula - on October 5th at Mornington Park. You can find out more about the walk here https://share.google/o0XrbBYHZ6Lv7PU9N Janet is involved in LERAP and the LEN and is a co...
2025-09-2243 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Peter ChambersPeter Chambers was diagnosed with MND in 2019. Whilst Peter does not deny the challenges MND have given him, he is living his life with intention, joy and a seriously wicked sense of humour which he delivers to us via videos He has an alter ego, "Cranky Pete", who points out the ridiculous and things he just doesnt like. He has also recently written, directed and starred in a short film which has been submitted to the Focus on Ability Short Film Festival! which he has been shortlisted for an award. Through moments of vulnerability, h...
2025-09-2242 min
The Pod That Jane Likes112. Gorge 2025 Recap Series: Part 4 with Special Guest Jake Renick SimpsonOur Gorge series wraps up with a surprise Part 4, where we once again discuss the unforgettable weekend. But this time we sit down with Jake Renick Simpson, the incredible fiddle player from the Lukas Nelson Band, who guested with Dave Matthews Band throughout the entire Gorge Weekend. We ask Jake about his experience on stage, the energy of the Gorge crowd, and what it was like to help create some of the most memorable moments of the weekend.
2025-09-181h 10
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Neil Dyson and Maree StanleyIn 2023, Neil Dyson and his wife, Maree Stanley, had just retired after running a successful business. Neil was then diagnosed with MND Nei and Maree take us through the story to date and how they are living as best they can with MND.
2025-08-2843 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Firies Climb for MND, Prof Dom Rowe, Gavin Clifton, Phil CamdenThe Firies Climb for MND was created in 2015 by firefighter Matt Pridham after his best friend, Adam Regal, was diagnosed with MND. After learning that there was no known treatment or cure, they became determined to join the fight to find one. Together, they pledged to raise as much money and awareness for MND as possible. All funds raised go to Prof. Dominic Rowe's Macquarie University Centre for Motor Neurone Disease Research. It is the largest MND research centre in Australia, receives no federal or state funding to operate and is completely run through the support of...
2025-08-1432 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Ron and Annie Hobden On June 22, 2023, Ron "Hobbo" Hobden's life changed in a single sentence: You have motor neurone disease. No cure. No treatment. Just a brutal countdown he never saw coming. A week earlier, the 40-year-old rugby player, devoted husband, and proud dad to Lizzie, 5, and Henry, 3, had been training for a marathon. Fit, strong, and full of plans, he had no reason to imagine his future would be cut short. "I remember Annie sitting beside me, trying to hold back her tears," Ron recalls. "All I could think about was our kids. How do you tell them...
2025-08-1349 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Damian & Jane AndrewsDamian Andrews was 42 years old when he was diagnosed with MND. Damian says he is going to "ride until he dies" He and his wife Jane & their 3 boys live in Hervey Bay in QLD. They are a dynamic family. Living every day the best they possibly can with MND. They are also absolute champions, raising awareness of MND through their Facebook page which you can join here and throughout the media. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556505521638&sk=mentions They are also selling "merch" with all...
2025-08-0442 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Dr. Christen Chisholm Dr. Christen Chisholm is a post-doctoral research fellow at the University of Wollongong in Australia where she trained in the lab of the late Professor Justin Yerbury. She recently completed her PhD which focused on the development of an antibody based BioPROTAC therapeutic to specifically reduce levels of misfolded SOD1, a toxic protein species associated with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Her work also focuses on understanding the mechanisms of cellular protein degradation and strategies to harness these pathways as potential therapeutic avenues in the treatment of ALS. Christen is also a long time friend of th...
2025-07-2230 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Victoria University Victoria University are conducting a trial called "The neuroprotective potential of exercise in individuals with Motor Neuron Disease – the ProtEx-MND project". It is in collaboration with Calvary Health Care Bethlehem and received funding from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). They would like to understand if exercise can help maintain functional capacity and muscle and brain health in people diagnosed with MND. Despite the known benefits of exercise in improving physical function and quality of life in different clinical populations, exercise is currently not an integral part of the multidisciplinary care of people with MND. This is mainly due...
2025-06-1247 min
Cycles and Sanctity Podcast | Understand your Cycle and NFP, Grow in Holiness115 | Walking with a Spouse with an Addiction with Michele SimpsonToday, we are joined by Catholic coach Michele Simpson for a candid, faith-filled conversation on Walking With A Spouse With An Addiction.
Drawing from decades of personal experience, we tackle the deep loneliness, complex emotions, and unique challenges that come with loving a spouse struggling with addiction.
In this episode, you’ll hear honest stories, practical insights about faith and mindset, and a powerful reminder that both you and your spouse are beloved children of God.
Whether you’re in the midst of this journey or supporting someone who is, you’ll find hope, un...
2025-06-0531 minCycles and Sanctity Podcast | Understand your Cycle and NFP, Grow in Holiness115 | Walking with a Spouse with an Addiction with Michele SimpsonToday, we are joined by Catholic coach Michele Simpson for a candid, faith-filled conversation on Walking With A Spouse With An Addiction.
Drawing from decades of personal experience, we tackle the deep loneliness, complex emotions, and unique challenges that come with loving a spouse struggling with addiction.
In this episode, you’ll hear honest stories, practical insights about faith and mindset, and a powerful reminder that both you and your spouse are beloved children of God.
Whether you’re in the midst of this journey or supporting someone who is, you’ll find hope, un...
2025-06-0531 min
A Jane Austen YearMay‘May’ celebrates the garden here at Jane Austen's House, both as it was in Jane Austen's time and as it is today. We also drive along the Hogs Back, visit Bath and Winchester, examine Jane and Cassandra's 'topaze crosses' and the Austen women's patchwork coverlet, and witness the formation of the Jane Austen Society. We see Lydia joyfully depart for Brighton and accompany Emma and Frank Churchill to the much-anticipated ball at the Crown...~A Jane Austen Year transports you to Jane Austen’s House in Chawton, the idyllic Hampshire cottage where Jane Austen lived and wr...
2025-05-0120 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Prof. Brad TurnerProfessor Bradley Turner is Head of the Motor Neuron Disease Group and Research Lead of the Brain Health and Repair Mission at The Florey Institute. His group has a broad research interest in neurodegenerative diseases affecting the voluntary motor system in the brain and spinal cord. His team focuses on MND. This is a very brief summary but if I spoke of all the research and publications we would be here all day. Brad has a huge brain and a huge heart.
2025-03-2658 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Peter and Tess RussoIn 2022, Peter's life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with MND. While initially confronting, this diagnosis became a catalyst for transformation. Rising above feelings of helplessness, Peter stands as a testament to the strength of the human spirit, embracing a renewed sense of purpose: to turn his personal journey into a platform for advocacy and hope. As an Ambassador for MND Australia, Peter is passionately committed to raising awareness by amplifying the voices of those affected; as well as fostering greater understanding, compassion and meaningful change around this devastating disease. Peter is an a...
2025-03-1254 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Dr. Rowan HearnDr Rowan Hearn is the Clinical Director Palliative Medicine at Calvary Health care. Rowan supports the improvement of quality and safety in palliative care, having served as a member of the Governance Committee for the Palliative Care Clinical Network for the Department of Health, and Co-Chair of the Network's Expert Working Group for Care of the Dying Person. Dr Hearn is active in research into Neuro Palliative Care and telehealth with further research interest in carer support. Prior to working at CHCB Dr Hearn spent 15 years working in the National Health Service (NHS) in London, d...
2025-03-0247 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Mike Schneider and Andrew DansonMichael Schnieder is the Managing Director of Bunnings Group, Mike is also the Chair of Fight MND. Andrew Danson is a Director of The Leasing Collective. He is a board member of the South Melbourne Market. Andrew is also President of Motor Neuron Disease Australia He has lived experience with the disease, with his father having passed away at the start of 2020. Fight MND and MNDA have recognised the need, and the desire of the MND community to work more closely together, MIke and Andrew talk about what has been done a...
2025-02-1733 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Tim BakerTim Baker is the best-selling author of The Rip Curl Story, Occy, High Surf, Bustin' Down The Door, Surf For Your Life, Century of Surf and Surfari. He is a former editor of Tracks, Surfing Life and Slow Living magazines, and a three-time winner of the Surfing Australia Hall of Fame Culture Award. On July 7, 2015, Tim was diagnosed, out of the blue, with stage 4, metastatic prostate cancer I read an article in The Australian Newspaper that resonated with me, so strongly. Tim discusses the importance of intimacy when sex is no longer an option. ...
2025-02-1137 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Andrew Denton & Jane Morris Andrew Denton is an Australian Gold Logie nominated television presenter and former radio host amongst the many, many, things that Andrew has done. He was the host of the ABC's brilliant interview program and my favorite show ever, Enough Rope. Andrew founded Go Gentle Australia in 2016. Go Gentle is a charity which promotes end of life choices. including the option of voluntary assisted dying. Go Gentle is instrumental in passing voluntary assisted dying laws in all six states. Jane Morris is the president of Dying with Dignity Victoria. She started her career as a nurse and...
2025-02-0555 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Emma VulinEmma Vulin is a Member of the Victorian Parliament. She is the Member for Pakenham. Emma was diagnosed with MND in April of 2024. Emma is so open and honest about her diagnosis with MND and the changes that are happening to her and her family. Emma is smart, funny, loving and loyal. Enjoy her Podcast. https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/members/emma-vulin/
2025-01-2940 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Mark Puls and FamilyWelcome to the 2025 "Let's Talk MND" Podcast. Mark Puls was diagnosed with MND in 2022. Like many people living with MND, he is doing for others. He is raising funds for Prof Domonic Rowe at Macquarie University. Last year, they raised $13k. They are planning another event this October. This year, members of his family and some friends will climb Mt Fuji in Japan to raise awareness of MND. In this podcast we talk to Mark and his wife Jill, some of the family and Mark's best mate David.
2025-01-2041 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Barry WerthBarry Werth is a pharmacist. His wife Trean died of MND. Barry has so much experience and is bringing his wealth of knowledge to many MND research projects. He has also written a fabulous article on MND for Pharmacists so they can better care for their clients. https://www.australianpharmacist.com.au/role-of-the-pharmacist-in-motor-neurone-disease/#:~:text=MND%20is%20a%20fatal%20disorder%20of%20motor,and%20improve%20a%20patient's%20quality%20of%20life.
2024-11-2532 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Prof Paul TalmanProf. Paul Tallman is a Neurologist who specialises in MND. Paul also is one of the leaders of the MiNDAUS Registry, he explains it to us, how it can help and how we can help. https://www.mindaus.org
2024-10-2531 min
2024-10-2503 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Troy SachsTroy Sachs is one of the world's most recognised and awarded Paralympians. He led the Australian Wheelchair Basketball team, the Rollers, to win two gold and one silver medal in five Paralympic Games from 1992 to 2008. In 1997 he was awarded an Order of Australia Medal and Australian Sports Medal in 2000. He is also inducted into the Sport Australia and Basketball Australia Halls of Fame. Since retiring from sport, Troy has focused on giving back to his sporting community, nurturing talent, mentoring emerging athletes and being an advocate for inclusion. He lives and breathes his mantra that...
2024-10-1539 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Matt SticklandMatt Stickland has been LIVING with MND for 9.5 years. He is a husband and dad, he has had to stop working, but is lucky to live on a rural property. Matt has a beautiful attitude to life, is an amazing support to others with MND and is a demon at fundraising too. I loved chatting to Matt.
2024-10-1531 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Finn CadmanFinn Cadman is 10 years old. He is an MND champion, he is MND Vic's youngest ambassador. Finn is unhappy about the discrepancy between NDIS and Aged Care. Finn is "schmoozing" Politicians to make a change for his Glampa and others.
2024-10-0935 min
Let's Talk MNDLEt's Talk MND - Julie Labra - MNDAJulie Labra is a Project Manager with MNDA. Julie has worked with people with MND for the past 19 years. Julie was the project manager on the new Lived Experience Network (LEN) which brings together people with Lived Experience and people who wish to research different aspect of MND. Working on projects with people who have Lived Experience is teaching her more about what it's like to live with MND and thier priorities.
2024-09-1732 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Firies Climb for MND, Matt Pridham, Prof. Dominic Rowe, Jane Simpson, Gavin CliftonI was delighted to be included in the Firies for MND climb in the blue mountains and invited to be on the Dirt Church Radio podcast with Matt Pridham, Prof Dom Rowe and Gavin Clifton. Dirt Church radio have kindly allowed me to share their podcast with you all. Prof. Dominic Rowe shares very interesting information about the possible link between the environment with MND.
2024-09-101h 22
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Dr Rachel YerburyDr Rachel Yerbury (Phd) is a registered psychologist as well as a lecturer and researcher in the School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University Australia. Her research area focusses on the connection between humans with Nature / animate worlds and how this impacts mutual well-being. In particular. Rachel is also an author, a mother and the widow of Dr Justin Yerbury. Sunday 28th of July was the 1st anniversary of Justin leaving us.
2024-08-1841 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Release My SuperKathie Barker Many of us don't know that once we've been diagnosed with a terminal illness we have access to our Superannuation. Kathie is the CEO of "Release My Super" and she tells us how you can access your Superannuation You also may be eligible to make a TPD super claim for compensation if you've suffered an injury or illness that permanently prevents you from working in your normal job or any other work for which you are suited by education, training or experience. Your super fund may include income protection i...
2024-08-0531 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Michael Thurn CEO PharmAustOur guest this week is Michael Thurn the CEO and Managing Director of PharmAust, a clinical-stage biotechnology company. He tells us about Monepantel which is a well-known veterinary drug. It has been shown to have an effect on the abnormal accumulation of protein in cells. This accumulation is associated with motor neurone disease. Monepantel works by increasing the recycling and removal of excessive or abnormal proteins. Results from phase 1 of this trial suggest that monepantel was well tolerated. In fact it showed a slowing in progression of MND. In July of 2024 Monepantel has be...
2024-07-2538 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Jason & Anthea SmithJason and Anthea Smith are MND Warriors. Jason was diagonsed in 2017 at the age of 39. Together they are battling this disease and raising awareness at the highest levels. They ROCK.
2024-07-1558 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Case study involving MND Lived Experience in researchThe episode of Let's Talk MND is about the best practice of research collaboration between Dr Marnie Graco and people with MND which is crucial for advancing understanding and care. This approach not only improves the relevance of research programs but also fosters a sense of empowerment and involvement among those directly affected by MND. It's a powerful way to inspire others and drive meaningful progress in the field. Featuring Natalie Parke and Phil Camden
2024-07-0341 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Maxine Gee and SnezMaxine Gee was diagnosed in August of 2023 with Bulbar Onset MND which means she is unable to talk. Maxine is living her life with MND to the MAX Here she and one of her tribe Snez tell us her story
2024-07-0145 min
Grow Your Holiday Let BusinessMark Simpson Unveils the Secrets to Boosting Your Holiday Let BusinessIn this episode Jane Mack chats to Mark Simpson, founder and CEO of Boostly, an award-winning company helping short term rental owners increase their direct bookings through website development and marketing teaching in the Boostly Academy.Mark shares his journey from growing up in a family-owned B&B to launching Boostly, emphasising the importance of not relying solely on OTAs (Online Travel Agencies) for bookings. Key Takeaways:Learn the 3 important areas to prioritise on your website to encourage direct bookingsDiscover the new trends to follow as part of your marketing strategyHear about Boostly’s new...
2024-06-1934 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Pat Cunningham Pat Cunningham Pat is one of the 3 Amegos' of Neale Daniher, Dr Ian Davis and himself who started Fight MND. Pat's wife Ange had MND and lost her battle with the beast in 2016, leaving behind Pat & their two small daughters Pat has spearheaded the project management of the Fight MNDs largest public fundraiser – Big Freeze at the G, and also leads the FightMND Care Committee in overseeing the Care portfolio and grant application/award processes. Pat is a great bloke and here with us today.
2024-06-1537 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Matt NableMatt Nable is famous, he is an Australian film and television actor, writer, director and acclaimed author. He works non stop in Australia and overseas alongside the likes of Robert DiNero and Clive Owens and Vindisel. In his latest film Infusion, on Stan, he wrote directed and starred with Sam Worthington. He is former professional rugby league player. sports commentator he is also known as the voice of the NRL. But we are not going to discuss any of his career. Matt's beloved brother Aaron died in March this year of MND, Matt's p...
2024-06-1538 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Phil SmithPhil Smith was diagnosed with MND over 6 years ago. Phil has the most wonderful outlook on life and he is living it to the fullest - including playing golf.......how does he do this?
2024-06-1237 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Jane Simpson interviewed Clare Sullivan CEO of MNDAClare Sullivan is the CEO of Motor Neurone Disease Australia. Clare asked if she could interview me - thats a twist!. I said yes, and this is my story with MND
2024-06-0338 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Dr Bec SheeanDr Bec Sheean is the Director, Cure Research and Programs at Fight MND Bec has been with Fight MND for 8 years Bec discusses her career, he beloved dog Ruth and the amazing impact Fight MND has on the life of people with MND. Bec is an especially gorgeous human.
2024-05-2039 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - David Neitz - Neita David Neitz or Neita, was the longest-serving captain in the history of the Melbourne Football Club and the first Melbourne player to achieve the 300-game milestone. Which basically means in Melbourne he is a hero. However, David is a co-founder of Brewmanity which is more than just a brewery; it's a Melbourne beer brand committed to doing good. Since its inception in 2015, Brewmanity has been dedicated to raising funds for Fight MND (Motor Neurone Disease) in support of David's friend Neale Daniher, with contributions to date nearing $970,000. Excitingly for David Brewmanity, has just ope...
2024-05-0126 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND Emeritus Professor Surindar Cheema PHDEmeritus Professor Surindar Cheema PhD Honours and PhD degrees. Since 1978, Professor Cheema has held research and teaching appointments at Monash University, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill USA, The University of Melbourne, The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research and The Howard Florey Institute. He spent approximately 10 years engaged in MND research as well as a volunteer with MND Victoria. He played a major role in bringing into Australia the mouse and rat models of MND i.e. transgenic G93A SOD1. Also, he initiated the setting up o...
2024-04-3026 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Bec Daniher Bec Daniher was living her best life. Bec represented Victoria in both junior and senior level rowing, winning two Queen's Cups during her time. She had the honour of being selected to represent Australia culminating in the World Championships in 2013 in South Korea. Bec studied business and pursued a career in accountancy, working in the field of finance as an accountant for several years. Then, in 2013 the Daniher family lives were turned upside down when her father Neale was diagnosed with MND. Bec's dad is Neale Daniher AO a former Australian r...
2024-04-1926 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Sofia Levin Sophia Levin has been a freelance food and travel journalist for more than a decade. You will have read her in Lonely Planet, The Age and Sydney Morning Herald's Good Food, SBS Food, Domain Review, National Geographic, The Guardian, delicious, in-flight magazines, Broadsheet, Time Out and more. She has co-authored travel guidebooks and reviewed for Australia's best food guides. Her website "Seasoned Traveller" teaches us how to eat outside of our comfort zones. Sophia is a well-known face and voice on tv and radio Her big news this year is Sophia is a j...
2024-04-1142 min
Let's Talk MNDLLet's Talk MND - Carla FranceCarla France lost her husband Neale to MND after a battle they all fought. She wants to share thier story. This one may be a little hard to listen to.
2024-04-1148 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Woz and his mower got to CanberraWithin one month Woz and his daughter Belinda, and thier supporters made the arrangements and drove 800kms from country Victoria to Canberra to meet the PM. In this epidode they give us an update. You can also watch on the "Let's Talk MND" You Tube chanel
2024-04-0140 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Hayley and Cameron McNeillHayley and Cameron McNeill are brother ans sister, they lost thier dad to MND recently. Earlier they lost thier aunt. They are both from Warnabool. Hayley is lving in Ballarat where she is studying biomedical science and goal is to become a bio technician to aid in MND research. Her brother Cameron is a town planner married with 2 little children and still lives in Warnabool. They speak with such love of thier father and obvoius anxiety for thier family
2024-03-2848 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Maxine GeeMaxine Gee was diagnosed in July of 2023 - she has some extremely powerful words to share with us
2024-02-2305 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Warren Acott (Woz)Warren wants to MAKE A DIFFERENCE. If there is anyway you can help contact him on 0428378395
2024-02-1934 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Prof Dominic Rowe Professor Dominic Rowe is the Foundation Professor of Neurology in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at Macquarie University; Chairman of Macquarie Neurology, and Consultant Neurologist at Macquarie University Hospital. Dom was my husband Robert's Dr. For ten years he was Chairman of the MND Research Institute of Australia, taking this funding body from minor influence to the major source of funding for MND research in Australia. For the last nine years he has been instrumental in the set up and implementation of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at Macquarie Un...
2024-02-051h 17
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Mim SimpsonMim Simpson lost her dad to MND, she is also my daughter. It is really interesting to hear her perspective on MND and losing her loved dad. We should all interview our kids, it was illuminating,
2024-01-2138 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Dr Richard Bedlack Prof Bedlack is a Professor of Neurology at Duke University in Northern Carolina He is the Stewart, Hughes and Wendt Distinguished Professor.Faculty Network Member of the Duke Institute for Brain Sciences.Associate of the Duke Initiative for Science & Society Rick is going to discuss the phenomenon he has witnessed and studied of MND reversals. He also tells us about ALS Untangled, which reviews alternative and off label treatments, with the goal of helping people with ALS make more informed decisions about them.
2024-01-2135 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - John HanleyJohn Hanley was diagnosed with MND about 10 years ago. John's attitude to life is inspiring, always giving first. As he says "When God closes a door he opens a window" John has always loved music, now he is following his passion, writing and recording songs......that make you sing and dance around the house, John gifts joy. You can listen to his songs on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/1DbZOED0Nsdk5tsV3W2OA9?si=1sVXp5ktQ6CTsukYxvH96w iTunes https://music.apple.com/au/artist/john-hanley/1498987867 ...
2024-01-1635 min
Writer's RoutineJane L. Rosen, author of 'On Fire Island' - Turning screenplays into novels, the balance of writing and promoting, and how to capture a sense of placeIn our last episode of 2023, we chat to Jane L. Rosen, whose new boook 'On Fire Island' is out now. It’s all about Julia, a book lover that lives on Fire Island in New York, who… dies, and then we follow the different lives of those she loves, and how her life affects theirs.Julia is also a screenplay and columnist, and we chat through how she turned a screenplay which didn't quite make it, into a novel. Also, you can hear how Jane captures a perfect sense of place in her writing, and how she...
2023-12-2238 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Carl WebbThe sound on this Podcast is pretty terrible - Carl and I were going to re-record in the New Year. He said all he wanted to achieve in life was to be a fater nad play professional football - well you did that mate. RIP Carl. Carl Webb is a former Australian professional rugby league footballer who played as a prop, second-row and lock in the 2000s and 2010s. He has played for the Brisbane Broncos, North Queensland Cowboys and the Parramatta Eels in the NRL. He also played for Queensland in the State of...
2023-12-2239 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Dr Adam WalkerAdam Walker is a Ross Maclean Senior Research Fellow, the Bill Guest Fight MND Mid- Career Research Fellow. He works from the Walker Lab at the Queensland Brain Institute Adam has focused on uncovering the mechanisms of MND and FTD for over 15 years. He obtained his BSc(Hons) in biochemistry from the University of Tasmania, PhD in neuroscience from the University of Melbourne, and was a postdoctoral fellow at the Center for Neurodegenerative Disease Research at the University of Pennsylvania and at Macquarie University, Sydney before founding the lab at QBI. When I...
2023-12-1138 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - James SmithJames Smith is a 38 year old married dad of 3. James had MND. He is also squeezing the best out of life. He also has his own Podcast in the UK called "Beyond MND" initially recording his own journey but has now expanded intot he MND Community - your going to like him a lot.
2023-12-0443 min
Nerdery and MurderyEp. 121 - Forgotten Kids Shows and Ebony Jane SimpsonSend us a textWelcome to another week of Nerd and Murd! In this week's episode on the Nerdery side of the house Zig reminds us of forgotten kids shows while on the Murdery side of the house Geoffrey tells the story of the murder of Ebony Jane Simpson.Support the show
2023-12-031h 25
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Dr Salma Charnia - Speech PathologistDr Salma Charania completed her PhD on the impact of dysarthria on people with MND over a 12-month period within the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The University of Queensland. Salma's MND research experience has assisted in her development and implementation of the Speech Pathology and Voice Banking services for MND Queensland where she is currently a practicing clinician.
2023-10-2328 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Mike Poynter LawyerMike Poynter is a lawyer. Mike chats to us about Estate Planning, Wills, Powers of Attorney, all the things we tend to put off. Mike Poynter Principal Lawyer MCP Legal Mobile: 0414 969 942 Direct: (03) 9448 8915 Office: (03) 9620 2001 F: (03) 9620 2002 www.mcpgroup.com.au
2023-10-1843 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Andrew Cannone Andrew is 58 years old , recently separated, he has a 20 year old son, 19 year old identical twin daughters that are partly living with him. Andrew's past passions that this terrible disease has taken away were a drummer in rock band, cycling, gym. He worked in multinationals Coca-Cola (30 yeras), Woolworths and Unilever in management roles. He was diagnosed first April 2022 and is still waiting for someone to say April fools!
2023-10-1842 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Gethin Thomas Executive Director, Research at MND AustraliaGethin Thomas has been the Executive Director, Research at MND Australia since 2019. He oversees the research grant program and manages national and international partnerships. Gethin has over 20 years of experience as a biomedical researcher, having published widely and secured almost $4M in research funding. Over the last 10 years as a senior research manager, he has directed a University Research Office and served as an Associate Dean of Research. Gethin also really likes bike riding :)
2023-10-1642 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Phil Camden Phil 64, is married to Lenore. They have two married daughters and four grandchildren. He served 40 years as a minister, he worked in Africa (DR Congo, Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda) as well as NZ and Australia. He has been living with MND since 2013. He has raised $500K through his local community Big Freeze slides.
2023-10-1139 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Dr Greg and Abby LevinDr Greg Levin was diagnosed with MND in 2022, he and his wife Abby are a formidable team living with MND. They are appraching this journey with courage, love, honesty and laughter.
2023-10-1034 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Leanne SklavenitisLeanne Sklavenitis is absolutley AWESOME Leanne Sklavenitis is an award winning, registered Personal Trainer, Gym & Group Exercise Instructor with over 32 years in the health and wellness industry. Her passion for helping people has seen Leanne travel the world as a Speaker, Trainer, Consultant and Coach. She continues to successfully help her clients achieve their health, weight loss and well being goals on a global scale through her online wellness programs at fitnesstips.com.au. More recently, Leanne's drive for motivating healthier communities has pivoted to take on a personal focus after being diagnosed with Motor Neur...
2023-10-1036 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's talk MND - Bruce and Natalie ParkeBruce and Natalie Parke are a dynamic duo. Bruce has been diagnosed with MND and it is inspiring how they are working together. The are finding thier new normal Bruce and Nat don't have a bucket list they want to spend their time walking and holding hands, and being with family and friends. Bruce is excited for BBQ season he can't use his arms or eat but he is going to pass his skills to his daughter…… whether she likes it or not! Bruces tells us "Don't worry about what...
2023-10-1041 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Peter and Rhonda ClarkePeter Clarke has had MND for 10 years. He also tells really bad dad jokes :) Peter and his wife Rhonda have not let MND slow them down, enjoying retirement, travel and family and friends - Peter and Rhonda love a good laugh.
2023-10-1044 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Tim Eggert's Bucket List Beer Challenge Tim Eggert is 50 years old. He was officially diagnosed with MND in December 2022 after a few years of symptoms. Tim is married with 5 children and a serving police officer for over 20 years. He was previously involved in playing rugby league and maintained a good level of fitness and continued to keep physically active. He has no links to family related MND. He is now participating in a clinical trial. Tim is receiving tremendous support from the local community. You can watch Tim's Bucket List Beer Challenge https://youtu.be/bPuizvUaIKU?si=r47Rd6DFw...
2023-10-1031 min
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Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Peter RaisbeckDr Peter Raisbeck is an Architect, Design Teacher and Researcher. He teaches Design, Design Activism and Architectural Practice at the Melbourne School of Design. His work explores architecture's intersection with global finance, new technologies, procurement, design activism, politics, and architectural history.
2023-10-0939 min
Let's Talk MNDLet's Talk MND - Jenne Hartmann Jenne is 50 years old, married, with two sons aged 14 and 12. She was diagnosed on 13 Sept 2022 with upper limb onset ALS; ~ 12 months after symptom onset in Oct 2021. Jenne has participated in the now concluded Courage ALS clinical trial, the ongoing TMS study and neuromuscular ultrasound research, and contributed to SALSA and the BNRC's biobank. For her family and everyone impacted by MND, she wants to contribute as much as she can whilst she can. Jenne is an incredibly precious person.
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Hunters Bay RadioARTS R US - Sarah - Jane Simpson Muskoka Palette Packers - SEP 17 2023ARTS R US - Sarah - Jane Simpson Muskoka Palette Packers - SEP 17 2023 by Hunters Bay Radio
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2023-04-2127 min
The Latte Lounge PodcastLove your pelvic floor, during perimenopause, menopause and midlife - with Jane SimpsonIn this episode, I'm talking to continence nurse specialist and author Jane Simpson, about the impact that ageing and fluctuating hormones during menopause have on our pelvic health. We’ll cover the common problems we might experience with our pelvic floors, including weak bladders, that feeling of always needing to go to the loo, as well as tightness and tension in our pelvis. And Jane will be sharing a whole host of tips and guidance on how you can ease your symptoms. Jane has been a continence nurse specialist with her own private practice at the London Cli...
2023-02-2832 minThe Latte Lounge PodcastLove your pelvic floor, during perimenopause, menopause and midlife - with Jane SimpsonIn this episode, I'm talking to continence nurse specialist and author Jane Simpson, about the impact that ageing and fluctuating hormones during menopause have on our pelvic health. We’ll cover the common problems we might experience with our pelvic floors, including weak bladders, that feeling of always needing to go to the loo, as well as tightness and tension in our pelvis. And Jane will be sharing a whole host of tips and guidance on how you can ease your symptoms. Jane has been a continence nurse specialist with her own private practice at the London Cli...
2023-02-2832 min
HOMIE and The DUDEFreelance Writer - Sarah-Jane Simpson - HATD S2 #60This episode we had the pleasure of interviewing Sarah-Jane Simpson, known by many as @Seeliesarah (or @cevvie on Twitter). Sarah’s a Freelance writer, and contributor for Screen Rant, writing about what she loves. So we dove deep into all things D&D, gaming and Star Wars!
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2022-06-221h 22
Chatting with ChanningChatting about a career in Law and their time at school with Mrs Jane Simpson#009 - Welcome to Chatting with Channing, the podcast for Channing School that lets you, the listener, find out more by hearing from people throughout the school community. Each episode, you’ll hear real stories from staff, from pupils, from parents and the school’s alumnae, to give you a true reflection of life on Highgate Hill.In this episode we'll be talk to Mrs Jane Simpson, a former pupil who's had a very successful law career.We talk about her school memories and her career as a lawyer and we'll also find out what advice she...
2022-06-1419 min
WomenKind CollectivePelvic floor health with Jane SimpsonThis week’s guest is the wonderful Jane Simpson, author of The Pelvic Floor Bible.Jane is starting a pelvic floor revolution & we love it, she talks to us about Pelvic Floor dysfunction which can lead to varying types of incontinence, prolapse, constipation &more, particularly in menopause. Breaking news- You don’t have to put up with it!Jane Simpson is a continence nurse specialist and has had her own private practice for more than 20 years where she treats patients with all forms of pelvic floor dysfunction. Do you ever pee a little bit when you laugh, cough or sneeze? Are...
2021-10-171h 21
The Jane Goodall HopecastJohn Simpson: Hope is Finding Adventure and Uncovering TruthDr. Jane Goodall sits down for an exciting and inspiring conversation with her longtime friend, British foreign correspondent and world affairs editor of BBC News, John Simpson. They reminisce upon their most memorable and intrepid adventures and share their experiences traveling to some extraordinary places, often via single engine planes. John shares how fate landed him in a recently bombed hospital in war torn Sarajevo and how a local surgeon saved him. They both remark upon how they were often guided by intuition and courage in moments of their careers that might have seemed “jolly stupid” to some of thei...
2021-03-2332 minWriter's RoutineJane Fallon, author of 'Queen Bee' - Bestselling writer talks about getting an early start, learning from television, and publishing her 10th novel.Jane Fallon's 10th novel, 'Queen Bee', is out now. It's all about Stella who is the ruler of a posh, snobbish street, and how her life is thrown upside down when a new girl moves into the neighbourhood. We talk about her research for the novel, and why she didn't have to look to far away to be inspired. You can hear how she finds it tough to inhabit the heads and find the voices for her characters at first, and how she works around that. Plus, we talk about what she's learned from writing 10 novels, and how working...
2020-09-2535 minWriter's RoutineRoundtable - 'Uplit' authors Laura Jane Williams, Nicola Gill, Hannah Sunderland and Charlene Allcott talk about writing to answer questions, finding your reader, and playing with genre.Welcome to the second Writer's Routine Roundtable! We're back with 4 of the best uplit/ rom-com authors around to talk us through how they do it.Laura Jane Williams - She took us through her writer's routine last year, ahead of 'Our Stop'. She talks about how writing that book made her a believer, as her second 'The Love Square' has just been published - https://amzn.to/39bd4M6Nicola Gill - Joined us earlier in 2020, to talk us through a day writing her debut, 'The Neighbours'. She's been busy and has a...
2020-07-2043 min
Medical Error InterviewsLarry & Jane (part 2): Profit and Punishment: profiteering hospitals intersect with religious bigotryA quick recap - in part 1 of the interview, Larry was having chest pain and his wife Jane drove him to the hospital, where he was diagnosed with a heart attack and sent by air ambulance to another hospital, a Catholic hospital, where they were met with hostility and a chaplain determined to keep Jane and her son from seeing Larry.
At the end of part 1, Jane was blocking the Cathlolic hospital’s chaplain from coming into a meeting with the doctor about Larry’s medical care and condition, and things are about to get even stranger….and mo...
2020-05-0454 min
Medical Error InterviewsLarry & Jane (part 1): Profit and Punishment: profiteering hospitals intersect with religious bigotryWhen Larry was doubled over with chest pain, his wife Jane drove him to the nearest ER where he was diagnosed with a heart attack.
The health care Larry received over the next few hours was motivated by profit and punishment. At each turn, hospitals sought to maximize their profits, including fraud and falsified medical records, on the treatment Larry received.
The hospital staff made choices, always the most expensive choice - like sending Larry to another hospital by air ambulance instead of road ambulance, or choosing high cost, highly invasive medical procedures over the l...
2020-04-2753 min
The X-Men TAS PodcastThe X-Men TAS Podcast: The Spider-Man Years - The Return of Hydro-Man: Part OneLittle did Mary Jane realize that by marrying Peter Parker, you marry his perpetual rain cloud! Join us to discuss...The hellish commute from NYC to Niagara Falls and back!Why Mary Jane and Peter should consider moving back to Queens!How it's getting harder to just accept that Felicia and Peter just don't know about each other's secret identities!Grand Theft Boating!Burning toxic chemicals, the foundation of any great relationship!This is another classic, so make sure to revisit it and relive the fun with us! Make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout...
2020-04-2744 minThe X-Men TAS PodcastThe X-Men TAS Podcast: The Spider-Man Years - The Haunting of Mary JaneSpider-Man kills all his greatest enemies and Mysterio kills himself? A crazy episode that yields some crazy tangents so join us as we discuss...Some quick thoughts on Facebook vs. Reddit and Star Trek: Picard!An insane chat about real life pirate treasure!Adam West's Batman universe vibing strong in this episode!Spider-Man's upgraded utility belt!Who deserves to know that Spider-Man is Peter Parker anyway?Only two episodes left in season 4 for us to continue to sing its praises before we send the latest iteration of the podcast in for another smooth landing in season 5! Make...
2020-02-0343 min
Get in the Cashflow Game with K&K | A Podcast for Real Estate Investors, Lenders & Entrepreneurs#59: Billy Canu: Maximizing Small Businesses PotentialBefore we let you know what you'll be seeing in this video...we want to let you know, or make you aware that you have, chances are high, that you have walked into at least 1 of the Canu Group's Businesses in the past.
How do we know that? Just sit and watch...
In this video, K&K sit down with global investor (and overall badass person), Billy Canu, chief operator of the global investment firm, the Canu Group.
Billy started the Canu Group to help invest and mentor small concepts from initial funding or the flipping of an existing business...
2020-01-291h 22
The Dr Louise Newson Podcast031 - Pelvic Floor Health - Jane Simpson & Dr Louise NewsonThis week, Dr Newson is joined by Jane Simpson, a continence nurse specialist who works from The London Clinic in Harley Street.
In this episode, Jane and Dr Newson discuss all aspects of pelvic floor health relating to the menopause, including stress incontinence, an overactive bladder (key in the door syndrome!), vaginal dryness/atrophy, pelvic organ prolapse, constipation and the bowels and last but not least the pelvic floor and how menopause can affect our sex lives.
You can find Jane at www.thepelvicfloorbible.com and on Instagram @jane_thepelvicfloorbible.
Jane's Three Take Home Ti...
2020-01-2127 min
Age Better with Liz EarlePelvic floor exercises with Jane SimpsonWhat is the pelvic floor? And, do pelvic floor exercises really work? Liz is joined by Continence Specialist and author of The Pelvic Floor Bible to answer all these questions and more. You can find the show notes with all the resources mentioned in the episode at lizearlewellbeing.com/pelvic-floor-jane-simpson/. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2019-11-0629 min
Fit n’ Chips ChatsEpisode 65 - Jane Simpson, The Pelvic Floor BibleHave you ever laughed so much you wet yourself - just a little bit? Or found yourself crossing your legs on the doorstep frantically searching for your keys? Do you get up at night to go to the toilet more than once?An estimated 200 million people around the world suffer from some form of urinary incontinence. It's an embarrassing problem that affects women disproportionately as a result of pregnancy and childbirth.In The Pelvic Floor Bible, Jane Simpson argues that it's time for us all to feel the squeeze and celebrate the wonder of...
2019-09-0438 min
With All Due Respect! by Amanda ThebeJane Simpson, The Pelvic Floor BibleHave you ever laughed so much you wet yourself - just a little bit? Or found yourself crossing your legs on the doorstep frantically searching for your keys? Do you get up at night to go to the toilet more than once? An estimated 200 million people around the world suffer from some form of urinary incontinence. It's an embarrassing problem that affects women disproportionately as a result of pregnancy and childbirth. In The Pelvic Floor Bible, Jane Simpson argues that it's time for us all to feel the squeeze and celebrate the wonder...
2019-09-0438 minWriter's RoutineLaura Jane Williams, author of 'Our Stop' - Journalist and memoir writer talks debut novels, rom-com characters and dirty drafts.Laura Jane Williams is a prolific journalist, and successful memoir writer - her books, 'Becoming' and 'Ice Cream for Breakfast', talk about her twenties and quest for love. We chat about the arrogance of memoir-writing - what makes her think her story is worth reading? Also, you can hear the strange methods she uses to get into character, and the exact moment she knows them inside-out.'Our Stop' has been called 'the feminist rom-com of the summer', and we talk about what that means, and how she made sure the men in her story were three-dimensional...
2019-08-0246 minThe X-Men TAS PodcastThe X-Men TAS Podcast: The Spider- Man Years - Hydro-ManSpider-Men ends up in Coney Island somehow and has fight to Mary Jane's ex-boyfriend! Join us as we discuss...How did Spider-Man end up in Coney Island?We see more of Spider-Man's cool belt!A discussion on which Mary Jane is best!Spider-Man a creepy stalker too?The X-Men to return!We are also very excited about Avengers End Game and spend some time discussing whether it will live up to the hype or flame out like other movies we looked forward to in our lives! Make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout, iTunes or...
2019-04-0147 min
Tudor, I Hardly Know HerEp. 24 Lady Jane Boleyn, That BawdNot only did Jane Boleyn not survive the reign of Henry VIII, but her reputation didn't either. Today we discuss one of history's most maligned women; the sister-in-law to Anne Boleyn and the lady-in-waiting to five of Henry's queens before meeting her own bloody end: Jane Boleyn, the Lady Rochford.
2017-05-1753 minTudor, I Hardly Know HerEp. 24 Lady Jane Boleyn, That BawdNot only did Jane Boleyn not survive the reign of Henry VIII, but her reputation didn't either. Today we discuss one of history's most maligned women; the sister-in-law to Anne Boleyn and the lady-in-waiting to five of Henry's queens before meeting her own bloody end: Jane Boleyn, the Lady Rochford.
2017-05-1753 min