Show Notes
When BBC broadcaster Mark Mardell and High Court judge Sir Nicholas Mostyn were diagnosed with Parkinson’s, they didn’t just face a life-altering medical condition — they helped start a movement. In this episode of Bedside Manners, they sit down with Dr Oscar Duke to talk about the early signs they missed, the impact on their careers and identities, and how a pub support group evolved into their podcast community Movers and Shakers.
From misdiagnoses and difficult consultations to dark humour and unexpected optimism, Mark and Nick speak candidly about the daily realities of Parkinson’s — and the importance of seizing life while you can.
Oscar also meets with Professor Mark Edwards from HCA Healthcare – a neurologist at King’s College London – who answers their biggest questions about treatment, dopamine, and the future of Parkinson’s care.
This episode is sponsored by HCA Healthcare UK.
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