This is the final instalment of our three episode mini-series we are calling “The Talk.” Hosts Larry and Rebecca Gifford talk about how Parkinson’s can send them into a hopeless spiral – at times it feeling as if they aren’t both committed to the marriage. And then there are times when Parkinson’s brings them closer together than ever.  

A difficult, intimate, deeply personal conversation about keeping connected and the importance of communication for people with Parkinson’s and care partners. 

This episode is dedicated to our dog Nina. We mention her a couple times in here. After this recording, her health turned and she’s no longer of this earth, but is someone where she can run free, where bully sticks are unlimited and she is free of pain. 

Thank you for listening. 

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The Michael J. Fox Foundation Parkinson’s Podcast hosted by Larry Gifford. The latest podcast, released on February 16th, 2022 features Larry & Rebecca and Kat & Ken Hill about intimacy and Parkinson’s. Happy Valentine’s Day.

PD Avengers –  We are building a global alliance to end Parkinson’s. Sign up today and check out the events calendar at www.PDAvengers.com 

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