Living with Parkinson’s | Bryce Perry
Episodes
Parkinson’s Life Hacks: Real Survival Moves That Actually Work
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s life hacks are everywhere, but most of them do not come from people actually living with the disease.“Get more rest.”“Reduce stres...
Parkinson’s and Pride: Why It’s So Hard to Ask for Help (And How to Start)
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s and pride can be a dangerous combination, especially when it stops you from asking for help when you actually need it.Most of us have be...
Parkinson’s Sleep & Fatigue: The Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s sleep problems and fatigue can build quietly, but if you ignore the warning signs long enough, your body will eventually force you to st...
Parkinson’s Emotions: Why We Avoid the Hard Conversations (And Why We Shouldn’t)
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s emotions are often the hardest part of the disease, yet they are the part we talk about the least.We talk about tremors. We talk about m...
Parkinson’s Community: The Speech That Changed Everything
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s community is more than support. It is connection, courage, and the moment you realize you are not alone anymore.This past weekend, I sto...
Parkinson’s Symptoms: The 5 Funniest Moments This Disease Has Put Me Through
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s symptoms can be frustrating, unpredictable, and sometimes completely ridiculous, and if you don’t learn to laugh, it can take more fro...
Parkinson’s Mindset: The 3 Lies That Nearly Held Me Back (And How to Break Them)
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s mindset can shape everything about how you live with the disease, and sometimes the biggest obstacles are the stories we tell ourselves....
Parkinson’s Morning Routine: What Changed Everything (And What Was Making It Worse)
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s morning routine can make or break your entire day, and most people do not realize they might be making it harder without even knowing it...
Parkinson’s Progression: How to Spot Changes Early Before Your Doctor Does
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s progression does not always show up in big, obvious ways. Most of the time, it starts with small changes that only you notice first.Mayb...
Parkinson’s Awareness: Why Staying Silent Is Hurting Us (And How We Change It)
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s awareness is not just about symptoms or medication. It is about breaking the silence that keeps so many people feeling invisible.For yea...
Parkinson’s Symptoms Q&A: 10 Questions About Fatigue, Pain, Sleep and More
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s symptoms can show up in ways you never expect, and sometimes the best answers come from real questions asked by people living it every d...
Parkinson’s Myths: The Biggest Lies People Still Believe About the Disease
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s is one of the most misunderstood neurological conditions in the world, and the myths people believe about it can be just as damaging as ...
The Silent Struggle No One Talks About (And How to Break Free)
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s isolation is one of the most common and least talked about symptoms of the disease, and it can quietly take over your life if you let it...
Parkinson’s Medication: 7 Levodopa Questions Every Patient Eventually Asks
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Levodopa is the most common medication used to treat Parkinson’s disease, but understanding how to take it, time it, and adjust it can be confusing....
Parkinson’s Medication Timing: 5 Mistakes That Make Your Symptoms Worse
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Season 2 kicks off with one of the most important lessons I’ve learned after 15 years of living with Parkinson’s. Medication timing can make the d...
The 3 questions Every Person with Parkinson’s Should be asking their Doctor.
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever walked out of a doctor’s appointment thinking, “What just happened?” Yeah… me too.For years, I nodded politely through my Parkin...
The 5 Parkinson s Habits That Are Slowly Making You Worse!
28 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the things making your Parkinson’s symptoms worse… aren’t your symptoms at all?In this episode, Bryce shares the 5 hidden Parkinson’s ...
Parkinson’s & Speech: Why Your Voice Changes and How to Fight Back
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know what Parkinson’s takes that hardly anyone warns you about? Your voice. One day you are talking normally, and the next day people are leanin...
The Hidden Parkinson’s Symptoms Doctors STILL Don’t Talk About
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the hardest parts of living with Parkinson’s is not the symptoms you expect. It is the ones nobody warns you about. Skin that cannot decide i...
5 Warning Signs It’s Time to Stop Driving with Parkinson’s
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One of the hardest conversations with Parkinson’s is not about medication, symptoms, or exercise. It is about driving. When is it time to stop? How ...
My 15-Year Parkinson’s Medication Timeline: What to Expect
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When I was first diagnosed, I thought Parkinson’s medication would be simple. You take a pill, it helps, end of story. Fifteen years later, I learne...
The Hidden Parkinson’s Pain Nobody Talks About
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You ever have that pain that just doesn’t make sense? One day it’s your back, the next it’s your calves — then your hands feel like somebody l...
Parkinson’s Brain Fog: My 5 Favorite Hacks to Cut Through the Cloud
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You ever walk into a room and forget why you went there? Or open the fridge and stare at it like it’s going to give you the answer? That’s Parkins...
Navigating “Wearing-Off”: When Your Meds Peak and Plunge
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that within five years of starting Levodopa, more than half of people with Parkinson’s experience “wearing-off” every single day? I...
Beating Parkinson’s Fatigue: My 5 Must-Try Tricks
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Up to 60% of people with Parkinson’s say fatigue is their most disabling symptom — even more than tremors. And after 15 years of living with it, I...
Freezing of Gait: The Symptom That Stops You in Your Tracks
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine stepping off the curb into traffic and your feet freeze mid-step. Cars are moving, the light is green — but your body hits pause. That’s f...
Impulse Control Disorders: The Shocking Side Effect Nobody Talks About
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s can steal your movement — but sometimes, the medication can steal your judgment.In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good...
5 Real Parkinson’s Questions From My Community (Part 2)
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What’s the most embarrassing question someone’s ever asked me about Parkinson’s? Or how do I handle those awkward moments no doctor ever warned ...
5 Real Parkinson’s Questions From My Community Part 1
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered how much bacon a person with Parkinson’s can give up before life loses all meaning? Or how to handle stiffness that makes your legs fe...
Parkinson’s and Constipation: The Symptom Nobody Wants to Talk About
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s be honest - nobody wants to talk about constipation. But for people living with Parkinson’s, it’s one of the most frustrating (and most co...
5 Parkinson’s Fatigue Warning Signs You Can’t Ignore
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt so wiped out that you can’t move — even though you haven’t done a thing? For people with Parkinson’s, that’s not just tiredness. I...
Food and Parkinson’s: The Real Connection No One Talks About
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With Parkinson’s, food isn’t just fuel — it can be the difference between your meds working or not working at all.In this episode of Living with...
5 Things People Without Parkinson’s Will Never Truly Understand
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had someone without Parkinson’s act like you’re exaggerating, even when you’re struggling just to get through the day? Yeah — me...
The 3 Most Embarrassing Parkinson’s Symptoms (According to You)
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last time, I shared my three most embarrassing Parkinson’s symptoms — and wow, the comments went wild. You all had plenty to say… and this episo...
The Hidden Parkinson’s Symptoms That Aren’t in Any Textbook
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shaking, stiffness, tremors — everyone talks about those. But what about the strange Parkinson’s symptoms that don’t make it into any textbook?I...
5 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Starting Parkinson’s Medication
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If I could go back 15 years and hand myself a cheat sheet for Parkinson’s medication, I would’ve saved myself a lot of frustration (and a few awkw...
3 Parkinson’s Symptoms That Embarrass Me Most (And How I Handle Them)
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some Parkinson’s symptoms are inconvenient. Others are downright embarrassing — especially when they happen in public.In this episode of Living wi...
How to Explain Parkinson’s Fatigue to Friends & Family
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever tried to explain Parkinson’s fatigue, only to get the same blank stare you’d get if you said you were tired from binge-watching Netf...
Why Am I So Exhausted with Parkinson’s?
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There’s tired… and then there’s Parkinson’s tired.If you’ve ever wondered why you feel completely drained before the day even starts, this e...
The Hidden Anxiety Side Effect Doctors Never Mention
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
They told me Parkinson’s would affect my movement. What they didn’t say was how much it would hijack my mind.In this episode of Living with Parkin...
The Hidden Parkinson’s Side Effects Doctors STILL Won’t Warn You – Part 2
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, thousands of you shared your own hidden Parkinson’s symptoms—and today, we’re diving into Part 2. These are the side effects doctors ...
The Surprising Gift Parkinson’s Gave Me (You Won’t Believe It)
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you told me Parkinson’s would give me the best gift of my life, I’d have laughed you out of the room. Everyone talks about what you lose with P...
When Parkinson’s Hits Below the Belt: Let’s Talk Sexual Health with Parkinson’s
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s talk about sex. Yeah, even with Parkinson’s. Not exactly the kind of thing you hear in a neurologist’s office, right? But if you’ve noti...
The Parkinson’s Symptoms Nobody Talks About (But We All Feel)
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought, “Is this Parkinson’s… or is it just me?” You’re not alone.In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, the...
Why Doesn’t My Doctor Tell Me What Stage I’m In?
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’ve had Parkinson’s for 15 years, and not once has my doctor told me what stage I’m in. And you know what? That might actually be a good thing....
Ozzy Osbourne’s Parkinson’s Revelation: The Truth Behind His 16-Year Secret
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When Ozzy Osbourne said, "I’m not dying from Parkinson’s, I’ve been working with it most of my life," he revealed something that compl...
Parkinson’s and the Future: Are We on the Brink of a Breakthrough?
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, the Bad, and the Reality, we look ahead to the emerging treatments, technologies, and discover...
Navigating Parkinson’s: Real Stories, Real Solutions
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, the Bad, and the Reality, I’m diving into the real-life moments and creative solutions that ...
Your Parkinson’s Questions—Answered Honestly and Hilariously
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special Q&A episode, Bryce tackles your biggest questions about living with Parkinson’s—from medications to morning struggles to the i...
Living With Dyskinesia: The Side Effect That Stole the Spotlight
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like your body’s doing the cha-cha without your permission? In this episode, Bryce opens up about life with dyskinesia—the unpredictable...
The Parkinson’s Symptom That Comes and Goes (And Drives Everyone Crazy)
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
One minute you’re walking fine. The next? Your leg’s frozen, your hand’s doing the cha-cha, and your family’s asking, “But you seemed fine t...
The Shocking Reality of Living with Parkinson’s Long-Term
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when Parkinson’s stops following the “rules”? When symptoms change overnight—or your reflection doesn’t even look like you anym...
How Much Levodopa Is Too Much? The Signs Nobody Warned Me About!
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is there such a thing as too much Levodopa? In this honest, experience-driven episode, Bryce dives into the reality nobody talks about: knowing when y...
Parkinson’s Stole My Confidence—Here’s How I’m Getting It Back!
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever cancelled plans—not because you were busy, but because you were worried about your Parkinson’s symptoms showing up in public? You’...
3 Body Signals Parkinson's Taught Me You Can't Ignore
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you don’t listen to your body with Parkinson’s… it will find a way to get your attention.In this honest and practical episode, I share what 1...
Is It Parkinson’s or the Pills? Symptoms vs. Side Effects Explained
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Wait… what? Facial masking might be a side effect of my Parkinson’s meds?!”That’s what my neurologist told me — and it completely threw m...
Parkinson’s and Decision Fatigue: Why Small Choices Feel Overwhelming
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Why does choosing what to wear feel like solving a math problem in a hurricane? In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, the Bad, and t...
The Hidden Parkinson's Side Effect Doctors Never Mention
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve heard about the tremors. The meds. Maybe even the stiffness. But what about the wild vivid dreams, sudden sleep attacks, or the crushing mood...
When the Meds Stop Working: The Battle with OFF Time
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like your Parkinson’s meds just… ghost you? One minute you’re moving fine, the next—your leg won’t budge, your brain’s in a fog,...
Why I Still Travel With Parkinson's (Despite These 3 Disasters)
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think Parkinson’s means your travel days are over? Think again. In this episode, Bryce breaks down the honest truth about hitting the road with Park...
Improv Therapy for Parkinson's: The Unexpected Treatment That Actually Works
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When doctors said "manage your symptoms," I found something better: improv therapy. Here's how saying "Yes, And" to Parkins...
Why I Cancel Plans Even When I Want to Go: The Hidden Battle with Parkinson’s
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever looked forward to something, planned it out, got dressed… and then Parkinson’s said “Nope”? You’re not alone. In this raw and real epis...
Parkinson’s and Cognitive Function: My Real-Life Brain Hacks
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some days I can speak on stage in front of hundreds—and others, I forget why I walked into the kitchen. In this honest episode, I’m opening up abo...
How to Take Meds On Time Every Time – My Life Saving Trick
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Missing a dose of your Parkinson’s meds can mess up your entire day—stiffness, tremors, brain fog, the works. Bryce knows the struggle firsthand. ...
What My Parkinson's Morning Routine Reveals About Hope
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wonder what it’s really like to live a full day with Parkinson’s? In this brutally honest and surprisingly uplifting episode, Bryce shares hi...
What I Would Say to Someone Newly Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Today
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If I could go back in time, I’d sit down with my newly diagnosed self and share everything I’ve learned—things I wish I’d known, things that w...
Parkinson’s & Positivity: Is It Okay to Laugh?
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it okay to laugh when you’re living with Parkinson’s? Absolutely. In this episode, I share personal stories and reflections on why laughter isn...
Finding Empowerment in the Awkward Moments of Parkinson’s
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about the awkward—and the power it holds. In this episode, I open up about how I’ve turned those uncomfortable Parkinson’s momen...
Parkinson’s Superpowers Part 3 – Funny Stuff & Everyday Wins
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, The Bad, and The Reality. I’m Bryce, and today we’re wrapping up our superpower mini-series w...
Parkinson’s Superpowers Part 2 – Patience, Empathy & Mental Strength
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, The Bad, and The Reality. I’m Bryce, and in today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the men...
Parkinson's Superpowers Mini-Series Part 1 – The Physical Side
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, The Bad, and The Reality. I’m Bryce, and today we’re kicking off a brand-new mini-series: Par...
Yes, I Have Parkinson’s. No, I’m Not Done Yet!
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I open up like never before.From the early days of my diagnosis to moderating national Parkinson’s eve...
Parkinson’s Doesn’t Just Affect Me — It Affects Us
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a love letter to the unsung heroes — the care partners, the spouses, the friends, the ones who stay.Bryce opens up about how Parkins...
Let Me Have a Bad Day
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some days, we just need space to not be okay. In this raw and real episode, Bryce opens up about what it feels like to carry Parkinson’s day after d...
When the Mirror Doesn’t Match the Mind
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever catch your reflection and think, "Who is that?" In this raw and honest episode, Bryce explores the emotional disconnect many people wit...
Parkinson’s Symptoms, Diagnosis & Dystonia: Live Q&A with Bryce (Ask Me Anything)
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
🎙️ Recorded Live – Now Available on Replay! This episode is a replay of a live Q&A with Bryce, where he answered real questions from the ...
This Letter Helped Me Through My Hardest Days With Parkinson's
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply personal episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, the Bad, and the Reality, I sit down to finally read a letter I’ve been writ...
Parkinson’s and the Fear of the Future: How I Cope With the Unknown
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, the Bad, and the Reality, I open up about one of the biggest mental and emotional challenges w...
Grieving the Life You Thought You’d Have
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When you’re first diagnosed with Parkinson’s, no one tells you that you’ll grieve a life you’re still living. But you do. You grieve the versi...
5 Supplements + 2 Sleep Hacks That Changed My Parkinson’s Routine
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this follow-up to Episode 5, I’m answering one of the most asked questions I got: "What else do you take alongside your Parkinson’s meds?&...
Parkinson’s & Sleep: How to Get Some Damn Rest
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
They say sleep is the best medicine—but Parkinson’s clearly didn’t get the memo. In this brutally honest episode, I’m talking about the weird,...
How to Build the BEST Parkinson’s Healthcare Team
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, The Bad, and The Reality, Bryce breaks down how to build a Parkinson’s healthcare team that ...
Living with Parkinson's: The Emotional Battle
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, The Bad, and The Reality, Bryce dives deep into the emotional rollercoaster that comes with li...
My Parkinson's Medications: Dosages, Side Effects & Lessons Learned
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, The Bad, and The Reality, Bryce breaks down his personal medication journey over the last 15 y...
The Best & Worst Advice I’ve Ever Received About Parkinson’s
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, The Bad, and The Reality, Bryce shares some of the best—and worst—advice he’s received s...
What I Wish I Knew When I Was Diagnosed
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Looking back, there are things Bryce wishes someone had told him on day one — things that might have saved him time, stress, and second-guessing. In...
How I Adapted: Navigating Life with Parkinson’s
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parkinson’s changes everything — and in this episode, Bryce talks about what he’s had to let go of, what he’s learned to do differently, and h...
Diagnosed with Parkinson’s: My Story Begins
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the very first episode of Living with Parkinson’s, Bryce shares his personal journey — from getting diagnosed at age 40 to keeping it a secret ...
Living with Parkinson’s: What This Podcast Is All About
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Living with Parkinson’s: The Good, The Bad, and The Reality — a podcast for real people navigating a real diagnosis.I’m Bryce. I was ...