Episode 20. Autism with Steve Silberman - Author of NeuroTribes
In probably his last recorded interview held in May 2024, science journalist Steve Silberman discusses everything autism, from its history to savant syndrome. And he does so with the refreshing clarit...
6 Syys 20241h 4min
Episode 19. Divergent: The Paradox of the Autistic Brain
In this podcast, I discuss the enigmatic subject of autism. I use such patient memoirs as that of Valarie Gilpeer, titled I Have Been Buried Under Years of Dust, to explore the diverse facets of this ...
1 Syys 202429min
Episode 18. Infarction - When Stroke Attacks the Brain
In this podcast I discuss the clinical manifestations and management of ischaemic stroke. I also use insightful patient memoirs, such as that of Diane Ackerman titled One Hundred Names for Love, to il...
1 Syys 202423min
Episode 17. MND with Kevin Talbot - Author of Motor Neuron Disease
In this episode, I discuss motor neuron disease with neurologist Kevin Talbot. We explore his dual clinical and research perspectives of the disease as portrayed in his co-authored book. Kevin Talbot ...
27 Elo 202455min
Episode 16. 10 Headache Features That Should Always Ring Alarm Bells
In this short podcast, I count down the top 10 characteristics that suggest to neurologists that there may be a sinister cause behind any headache
24 Elo 202411min
Episode 15. Destiny: Coming to Terms with MND
In this podcast episode, I explore the management of motor neurone disease. I deploy touching memoirs to show how some patients have ameliorated the devastation of MND on their lives and the lives of ...
23 Elo 202424min
Episode 14. MND with Allan H. Ropper: Author - Reaching Down the Rabbit Hole
In this edition I discuss a variety of neurological themes with leading neurologist Allan H. Ropper. The conversation is around his co-authored bestseller, Reaching Down the Rabbit Hole, and it focuse...
16 Elo 202449min
Episode 13. Ravaged - Confronting the rage of motor neurone disease
In this podcast I use touching patient anecdotes to explore the characteristic and devastating manifestations of motor neurone disease, such as fasciculations and spasticity. I also explore the relent...
11 Elo 202426min
