This week Simon and Andrew talk with Aaron Burnette about his experience living with Parkinson's Disease as April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. Parkinson's is a progressive, degenerative condition of the central nervous system that has no known causes or cure. The disease is complex, with more than 50 symptoms, and can often be misunderstood.

Aaron tells his story from being diagnosed in 2012 offering insight into the physical challenges, emotional adjustments and resilience required to keep moving forward. One of the ways Aaron stays both mentally and physically fit is by attending Fazio's PD Fighters; a boxing rehabilitation program for individuals with Parkinson's.

'Developed by former Australian Boxing Champion Rai Fazio and Neurologist Professor David Blacker, then backed by science from the Perron Institute and a published research paper in the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, this program blends powerful boxing techniques with targeted movement therapy tailored to the unique challenges of PD.' You can read, watch or listen to more about this program on their website here.

We hope you enjoyed this insightful discussion and personal perspective on an often misunderstood disease.

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This week on the show join Simon and Andrew as they chat to Joe Teakle about his career as a filmmaker and host of Film Talk on radio DADAA. He recounts his experience making the documentary 'Theatricality' (2024) for SBS and future plans for acting and film making.

His love of movies has expanded to hosting the show Film Talk on the newly launched Radio DADAA every Wednesday from 11am to 12pm (Perth Time). You can find the accessible website here to see program rosters and learn more. Joe's show discusses films, old and new, diving into stories, the production process and the state of the industry.

We also discuss how Joe's Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) affects his life currently and his goals for the future.

We hope you enjoy this episode and check out Rad Joe's new show.

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On this week's episode join Simon and Andrew as they chat to Cassandra Hughes, the CEO of Down Syndrome WA, about the importance of World Down Syndrome day. The day, this year on the 21st of March, is themed around the phrase 'together against loneliness' meant to combat social isolation and promote inclusion for individuals with Down Syndrome. The campaign highlights that true inclusion requires welcoming spaces, meaningful relationships, and active participation in community life.

If you'd like to be involved in World Down Syndrome day or make a donation you can click here.

We hope you enjoy listening to this insightful and uplifting conversation.

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