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Episode 33 - Season 2

Multiple sclerosis (MS)

We are well and truly into spring here in the United kingdom, as the sun shines outside Martin & Patrick have another special guest Dominic Shadbolt.

Dominic has Multiple sclerosis (MS) and is soon to embark on an extraordinary journey across Canada of some 8,000 KM / 5,000 Miles to raise awareness and money for MS Brain Health initiatives.

A coast-to-coast cycling expedition across Canada with the ambitious goal of raising $1 million. This epic ride symbolises resilience, determination, and the power of community, aiming to transform the lives of people living with Multiple Sclerosis and to demonstrate anything is possible with a positive mental attitude.

Dominic tells us about his diagnosis with Multiple sclerosis (MS) at the early age of 28, how he deals with this illness day today and his future going forward.

This remarkable challenge will commence in Hallifax, Canada on the 1st May this year 2025 and will see Dominic Cycle on his A modified I.C.E. Sprint X modified recumbent cycle solo and un-aided 8,000km to Vancouver on the West Coast, dipping his toe in the water both sides at start and finish.

You can check you Dominic's progress and donate to his fundraising event by visiting his website below where more detailed information can be found.

https://www.rc4ms.org/

Dominic also has his own Youtube channel where you can find out more about both Multiple sclerosis (MS) and his challenge ahead.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIpq0cm2wIfKJ6H8xs2AxGA

Multiple sclerosis is a disease that causes breakdown of the protective covering of nerves. Multiple sclerosis can cause numbness, weakness, trouble walking, vision changes and other symptoms. It's also known as MS. In MS, the immune system attacks the protective sheath that covers nerve fibers, known as myelin.

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Season 2 - Episode 34

It's been a while since the boy's Martin & Patrick had a chat and a catch up, so this episode they've decided to do just that.

As we are all aware Martin got the bad news in August last year that his Cancer had spread and he would have to face another 6 rounds of Chemo during the winter and over Christmas.

With this round of treatment now complete it was time to visit the Cancer clinic and have a scan to see if the treatment had been successful, with the scan now complete and the results in hand following a meeting with his Oncologist Dr P, Martin shares this story and his results today.

It's been a busy month with the results, and other doctors and clinic appointments Martin spills the beans on these along with a a mishap or too along the way.

From Poo samples to Asthma to Diabete's this Podcast really has it all, there is even room for the return of "Martin's Joke of the week"

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#LifeChangingDiagnosis
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Episode 32 of Season 2

Another special guest today Tom Richard who has Hirschsprung's Disease and runs his own Podcast called "The Hirschsprung's hour with Tom Richard" and can be found on all Podcast platforms.

Today Tom tells us all about Hirschsprung's Disease, he was diagnosed with as a newborn baby, and how it nearly took his life.  

Tom's tells us openly and honestly his story, his life growing up with this disease, how he managers it today, what the future holds and how he has turned into a positive within his life through his Podcast connecting across the world with others who have this disease.

What causes Hirschsprung's Disease muscles of the bowel are controlled by nerve cells called ganglion cells. In Hirschsprung's disease, ganglion cells are missing from a section at the end of bowel, extending up from the anus (the opening in the bottom that poo passes through).

For some reason, the cells did not develop in that area when the baby was growing in the womb.

It's not clear why this happens, but it's not thought to be caused by anything the mother did while she was pregnant.

A number of genes are associated with Hirschsprung's disease and it does sometimes run in families.

If you have had a child with it before, you're more likely to have another child with it.

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Season 2 - Episode 31

In the ring withParkinson's disease

The boys are out on their travels again but this time they are visiting a Centre set up for people battling Parkinson's Disease through a Boxercise session.

Parkinson's disease is a progressive brain condition that affects movement, balance, and coordination. It's caused by the death of nerve cells in the brain, which leads to symptoms that can worsen over time. 

After years of progress, a disease that was once considered untreatable has come to show promising advancements when placed in the right hands of Movement Disorders specialists. Equipped with the right tools and an increased understanding, specialists now have the power to vastly improve the quality of life for the patients affected. 

Dopamine plays a vital role in regulating the movement of the body. A reduction in dopamine is responsible for many of the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Exactly what causes the loss of nerve cells is unclear. Most experts think that a combination of genetic and environmental factors is responsible.

Today the boys have the opportunity to speak with Head coach Ivan Ambrose about the valuable boxercise sessions he provides for people with Parkinson's Disease and the impact it has on their lives.

The Boy's also speak to two participants of the class today,  Lisa and David who both have differing levels of Parkinson's disease, they tell us about their illness, their coping mechanisms and what the Boxercise class means to them.

This was an eye opening experience for both Martin & Patrick and certainly reinforces how exercise in any form can help illness and just as importantly the mind helping to have a positive mental attitude.

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Season 2, Episode 30

We are firmly in the new year of 2025 and today the boys have another special guest Sue Hughes.

Sue is a specialist in the plant based wonder treatment successfully used all around the world Aloe vera.

Aloe vera is a succulent plant of the Genus Aloe.

It is widely distributed, and is considered an invasive species in many world regions. An evergreen perennial, it originates from the Arabian Peninsula, but also grows wild in tropical, semi-tropical, and arid climates around the world.

It is cultivated for commercial products, mainly as a topical treatment used over centuries. The species is considered attractive for decorative purposes, and is often found indoors as a potted plant. The leaves of Aloe vera contain significant amounts of the polysaccharide gel acemannan, which can be used for topical purposes. Aloe skin contains aloin which is toxic. Products made from Aloe vera usually only use the gel and NOT the skin.

There are many products containing aloe vera's acemannan, including skin lotions, cosmetics, ointments and gels for minor burns, skin abrasions, insect bites, and windburn and now a drink which can be consumed.

Oral ingestion of aloe vera extracts which include the skin can be dangerous, because it causes reactions which are not yet fully understood. It is especially dangerous for pregnant women. Some people have allergic reactions, even when the aloe vera is applied only to the skin.

The genus name Aloe is derived from the Arabic word Alloeh, meaning "bitter and shiny substance" or from Hebrew ahalim, plural of Ahal. The specific epithet  vera comes from verus meaning "true" in Latin.

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Season 2,  Episode 29

Another celebrity guest today as the boys sit down with the wonderful Lee Mack.

Lee Gordon McKillop was born 4 August 1968, known by his stage name Lee Mack, is an English comedian and actor and all round entertainer.

Another great interview with Lee where he is honest and and open and gives us a few exclusives about his life, his work and his close friendship with Sean lock and of course Bobby Ball.

Lee was born in Southport, Lancashire. He lived above a pub until he was 12, when his parents separated. He went to Birkdale Primary Junior School, Stanley High School in Southport, and Everton High School in Blackburn.  

After leaving school, Lee worked in a bingo hall and as a stable boy. After working at the stable of racehorse trainer Ginger McCain in Southport for three days, he asked if he could ride one of the horses, to which the trainer agreed. Without realising, Lee then chose Red Rum as the first horse he would ride.

Lee then became a Bluecoat entertainer at Pontin's holiday resort at Hemsby in Norfolk. 

Lee went on to have various other jobs, and performed his first "open mic" slot in 1994, while studying at Brunel University, from where he graduated with a degree in drama Within 18 months he was a full-time comedian.

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Sir David Jason - Part 2

Season 2 Episode 28

The much awaited Part 2 of our Interview with the wonderful Sir David Jason.

We've had so much feedback we thank you so much for your kind words and hope you enjoy Part II of this British Comedy Legend.

Sir David John White  was born on 2nd February 1940 and is known professionally as Sir David Jason. Sir David is an English actor best known for his role as Derek (Del Boy) Trotter in the BBC British sitcom "Only Fools and Horses", Detective Inspector Jack Frost in A "Touch of Frost", Granville in "Open all hours" "Still open all hours" and, and Pop Larkin in "Darling buds of May", as well as voicing several cartoon characters.

Today's Podcast Part 2, delves into Sir Davids life and  explores Del Boy (Derek Trotter) and experiences making the transition from Comedy to serious acting in his major success "A Touch of Frost" which is pure genius.

So many more never herd before stories follow.

This is an honest and open interview and we than Sir David for his time, the interview was so natural and un-rushed. 

Episode 2 follows next week with some more very interesting stories and of course how he developed the role of Del Boy Trotter.

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Sir David Jason - Part 1

Season 2 Episode 27

Well what can we say, today the boys are in the company of a Knight of the realm, Sir David Jason.

This interview has been on the cards for several months but finally the Boy's get to meet this Legend of Theatre and TV.

Sir David John White  was born on 2nd February 1940 and is known professionally as Sir David Jason. Sir David is an English actor best known for his role as Derek (Del Boy) Trotter in the BBC British sitcom "Only Fools and Horses", Detective Inspector Jack Frost in A "Touch of Frost", Granville in "Open all hours" "Still open all hours" and, and Pop Larkin in "Darling buds of May", as well as voicing several cartoon characters.

Today's Podcast Part 1, delves into Sir Davids past and explores his early roles and experiences in the Theatre and includes the ups and downs of the business including his first major role in British TV.

This is an honest and open interview and we than Sir David for his time, the interview was so natural and un-rushed. 

Episode 2 follows next week with some more very interesting stories and of course how he developed the role of Del Boy Trotter.

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Season 2, Episode 26

Well January and February slots are getting full with some exciting guests so Martin & Patrick thought they would fit in one with themselves.

The Boy's are on the road again and this episode has been recorded in their hotel room in Aylesbury the night prior to an interview with another exciting celebrity guest.

Onto todays episode, the boys bring us up to date with their respective illnesses Heart Disease and Stage 4 lung Cancer.

Cancer is a large group of diseases that can start in almost any organ or tissue of the body when abnormal cells grow uncontrollably, go beyond their usual boundaries to invade adjoining parts of the body and/or spread to other organs.

Coronary heart disease occurs when the flow of oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle is blocked or reduced. This puts an increased strain on the heart, and can lead to: angina – chest pain caused by restricted blood flow to the heart muscle. heart attacks – where the blood flow to the heart muscle is suddenly blocked.

Some interesting facts about the two illnesses and a discussion around these facts. 

Martin has been looking at his own security online, and thus discusses Scammers and how to be safe online and deal with emails or telephone calls that don't seem right. Some tips on passwords and what to look out for online.

Finally we do get a chance for "Martins Joke of the week" it's quite a long one this time but please stick with it.

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Episode 25

Well as the boy's move into an exciting new year and today we are very luck to have special guest Jim Bunch.

Jim Bunch joins us today and tells us all about his battle with Cancer, diagnosis, treatment and major surgery which has left Jim with a Stoma bag.

Jim has kindly agreed to tell us today all about his experiences, his day to day life and the changes he's had to make with his new Stoma bag.

A stoma bag is a bag that collects waste from a stoma, which is an opening in the abdominal wall that connects the bowel to the surface of the body. A stoma can be created for a number of reasons, including bowel cancer, bladder cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, or an obstruction in the bladder or bowel.

Adjusting to a colostomy can be difficult, but it does not mean you cannot enjoy a full and active life. Colostomy equipment is discreet and secure, and you should be able to do most of the activities you enjoyed before.

Award winning BBC presenter, Adele Roberts, didn't let her stoma bag slow her down after bowel cancer surgery.

We thank Jim today as his story I'm sure will help and inspire other's especially those who are about to go through a similar scenario.

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