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Substantial Matters: Life & Science of Parkinson’s

In Substantial Matters: Life & Science of Parkinson’s, host Dan Keller, PhD, interviews Parkinson’s experts to highlight treatments and techniques that can help you live a better life now, as well as research that can bring a better tomorrow. Episodes focus topics relevant to your daily life, including new levodopa delivery methods, exercise, clinical trials, nutrition and more! Learn more about our episodes and speakers at parkinson.org/Podcast. Follow and rate us on your favorite podcast platform to be notified when there’s a new episode! Let us know what other topics you would like us to cover by visiting parkinson.org/feedback.

Aug 25, 2026

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Sleep problems affect more than 75% people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and can have a significant impact on day to day life. Common challenges include difficulty falling or staying asleep, excessive sleepiness during the day, and acting out dreams...


Aug 11, 2026

Sleep problems affect more than 75% people with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and can have a significant impact on day to day life. Common challenges include difficulty falling or staying asleep, excessive sleepiness during the day, and acting out dreams while asleep.

This episode focuses on REM...


Jul 28, 2026

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Muchas personas asumen que los problemas para tragar, o la disfagia, solo ocurren en las...


Jul 14, 2026

Interest in the gut microbiome and its potential role in Parkinson’s disease (PD) continues to grow. Before exploring the latest research, it’s helpful to understand what the microbiome is, the role it plays in overall health, and why researchers are studying its connection to Parkinson’s.

 

In this episode, we...


May 12, 2026

Changes in speech and swallowing are common in Parkinson’s disease (PD), but they can be difficult to recognize without understanding how they may present. These changes often happen because of lower dopamine levels in people with PD, which can make automatic actions- like speaking loud, clear sentences without...