I'm Not Dead Yet!

Hello Dear Listeners, Do you remember back in August of 2020? Neither do I. It's all part of the swirling memory fog that that enveloped life during that first year of pandemic pandemonium. One thing that I do remember was climbing Mount Sill. Mount Sill stands at 14,153 Ft. It is the second-highest peak in the Palisade Range and boasts of some of the best summit views  in the Sierras. l clim...

In this episode Judy and Travis talk about playing and how to get exercise along with your playtime. Enjoy. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

How many of you have climbed a 14,000+ tall mountain? How many of you would like to know what it's like? How about if you've got Parkinson's disease? Or what if your climbing partner has PD? In this episode Judy and Travis discusses Travis' latest climb and joining for the discussion is Jon Walston. Jon is a frequent climbing partner of Travis and we could think of no one bette...

Hello! In this episode  Judy and Travis discuss travel. Judy just returning from a trip and Travis about to embark on one. They discuss traveling as a care partner & Judy's experience of traveling without her person with Parkinson's (PWP). We hope that you enjoy this episode and welcome any feedback that you have. You can reach us at show@INDYpodcast(dot)net. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras &am...

Much like Solo, I make it a point to ignore the odds...mostly. I know, I know your saying "Well that explains a lot." I still maintain that this attitude has served me well in my life. I can think of many pursuits that I wouldn't have even tried if I was the type to be dismayed by the odds of success.  Listen in while Judy and I discuss an interesting bit of data that I came across...

This week Judy and Travis discuss what it's like to emerge from the pandemic panic and the value of seeing folks in person. PD is an isolating disease and combatting that in "the time of the panda" and some of the particular challenges associated with that. Don't forget: If you are interested in the Faces of Parkinson's Disease, drop us a line show@indypodcast.net Co-hosts...

In this episode Judy and Travis continue their conversation with Terry Montelibano and introduce Kurt Rademaekers who was diagnosed in December of 2021, less than 7 months at the time of recording. Kurt shares a similar story of being diagnosed in the COVID world and what impact that has had on his social life and support networks. Judy and I wish to thank Terry and Kurt for joining us and sharing...

What does Parkinson's Disease look like? Or rather  who does it look like? In this new series Judy and Travis speak to people with People with Parkinson's disease and help them to share their journey through PD with you. In this episode we talk to Terry Montelibano, a retired teacher who shared with us whaat it was like getting her diagnosis during the COVID-19 pandemic.   Enjoy.   Co-ho...

What do you do when someone come up to you & says "Wow, I've never see you doing so good"? Is the polite response "Thanks, I'm glad that I'm less fucked than you thought"? Or do you just run with it? Tune in to find out. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

In this episode Judy and Travis talk about time, quantum physics, and the relativity of it all.  We hope you enjoy this episode. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

In this episode Judy and Travis talk of the emotional rollercoaster. Enjoy! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

This episode Judy and Travis talk of many things, of why the  sea is boiling how & whether pigs have wings... no actually they don't. They do talk of PD and travel, of mohawks and motivation. Of life philosophies and of what they have in common. We hope that you enjoy this episode of I'm Not Dead Yet! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

In today's episode, we discuss tremors, shaking and other annoying symptoms of Parkinson's disease. And...Travis's relationship with Taylor Swift! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

One of the most common symptoms of Parkinson's disease or hell just getting older is that you feel tired... I mean really, really tired all the time. So what happens when you've got some responsibilities that you can't sleep through? In my case it's school but some of what Judy and I discuss in this episode could be applied to raising kids or any other activity that leaves you...

We've all been there, in some situation where we'd prefer to give up. To go home, climb back into bed and pull the covers up over our heads. But sometimes, retreat isn't an option. Rock climbers will be familiar with this concept as it is much harder to climb down a wall safely than it is to climb up. often the best or only choice is to keep climbing regardless of what difficulties...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be the co-founder of the Women's Parkinson's Project? Well I did, and this week's interview is about just that. Judy & Travis have a conversation with Sree Sripathy who is a co founder of the WPP, photographer and writer. All of which she manages to do while working full time & having YOPD. Join us for this insightful and humorou...

The title says it all. Judy and Travis reflect on what an amazing first year it has been. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

April is Parkinson's Disease awareness month. Judy and Travis discuss this and more. Enjoy! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

Have you ever had someone apologize for you? For your disease? Have you ever apologized for someone else's disease? A partner perhaps or a parent? On this episode, Judy and Travis discuss this topic and some of the implications and considerations one should keep in mind. Enjoy! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

In order for you to determine in you are safe, you have to ask yourself "Safe from what?" Judy and Travis chat about some of those things. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

What the heck is occupational therapy? Judy and Travis speak with Michelle Antolin an OT to answer this and many other questions. Michelle is an occupational therapist a USC Verdugo Hills Hospital. We're really grateful to her for taking the time to speak with us. Enjoy! Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net

Remember when life way easy? Me neither, but I have had times, when it was a bit easier. Maybe easy isn't the correct word, maybe it’s  smoother. a period of time for which at least  a few of the obstacles  have been removed from our path and we enjoy a time of easier traveling. That is what Judy and Travis are discussing in this episode. We hope you enjoy it. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travi...

Every day we make choices all day long. Sometimes we'll choose to do something in the most streamlined, most efficient way. Other times it's more about to the doing than simply having the thing done. For example, I write with a fountain pen, and shave with a straight razor, both tasks are challenging for someone with shaking hands who's fingers stop working on occasion. In this epis...

It happens, right? You're going about your day and then suddenly you have to duck. "Look Out!" Suddenly  you've got to dodge a rock, and if you're just a little too slow...cause maybe moving fast ain't really your bag anymore... well you know what I mean. Or if you don't know what I mean then you should listen to this week's episode. You should listen anyway...

What if I try it but I don't succeed? What are the potential consequences of of failing? How much worse will my life be if I don't even try? This episode Judy and Travis discuss these and other topics. Enjoy. Co-hosts: Judy Yaras & Travis Robinson www. INDYpodcast.net