Stroke Stories

Stroke Stories

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In the UK, there are more than 100,000 strokes every year. That’s one stroke every 5 minutes. Around the world there are as many as 15 million people suffering from the illness every year.   It is usually sudden and can be a devastating illness – and so on the Stroke Stories podcast, we’ve been seeking out inspiring stories of stroke survivors. We hear their stories about their struggles, what drove them forward, and how they look back on their stroke now they're on the road to recovery. So join us in hearing these inspirational stories of strength, determination, and progress against all the...

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Stroke Stories

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Latest episode

Dec 9, 2024

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Episodes

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 27 - Jessica Penberthy, Part 2 07.08.2020

In this episode, we hear the second part of Jessica's Stroke Story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 26 - Jessica Penberthy, Part 1 31.07.2020

In this episode we chat to Jessica Penberthy, originally from New Zealand and now living in London, who first suffered a stroke at the age of 28. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 25 - Niraj Shah 24.07.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we talk to Niraj Shah from London, who suffered a stroke at the age of 30. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 24 - Aaron Milner 17.07.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we talk to Aaron Milner and his wife Beth. Aaron has suffered a number of strokes due to a genetic condition, and doctor's believe his first one occured in 2007, when he was 29. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 23 - Ryan Buchholtz 10.07.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Ryan Buchholtz, who suffered a stroke at the age of 40. He underwent invasive surgery to remove a brain tumour, and suffered from a stroke just days later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 22 - Paul Burrows 03.07.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we talk to Paul Burrows, who suffered a stroke at the age of 43. He was able to get seen quickly in a specialist stroke unit, and received potentially life saving clot removal surgery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 21 - Tymiak Hawkins 26.06.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Tymiak Hawkins, who suffered a stroke at the age of 29. He was in hospital for a month, but has remained positive about his recovery, and hopes one day of returning to basketball competitively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 20 - Mark Heggs 19.06.2020

In this episode, we chat to Mark Heggs, his daughter Charlotte, and his wife Gillian. Mark suffered a stroke at the age of 53. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 19 - Izzy Hirst 12.06.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Izzy Hirst who suffered a stroke at the age of 17. Although the stroke disrupted her education and social life, she has made an incredible recovery, and is now focussed on helping others through her online presence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 18 - Lianne Karla Bigornia 05.06.2020

On this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Lianne Karla Bigornia, who suffered a stroke at the age of 30. She has used her recovery as a chance to completely turn her life around, and is now working towards setting up her own podcast and YouTube channel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 17 - Chuck Quintana 29.05.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Chuck Quintana, who suffered a stroke at the age of 36. This was not the first near death experience he had faced - in 1997, he was shot, and had to undergo a similar amount of recovery and physiotherapy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 16 - Toby Gower 22.05.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Toby Gower, who suffered a stroke after being involved in a serious car crash in 1973, at the age of 19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 15 - Tony Robson and Rhona Williams 16.05.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we feature two survivors - Tony Robson and Rhona Williams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 14 - Harry English 08.05.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Harry English, who suffered a stroke at the age of 68. Harry was initially frustrated with his situation, but has made an excellent recovery, and has begun enjoying life again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 13 - Vanessa Muir 01.05.2020

In this episode, we chat to Vanessa Muir, who suffered a stroke at the age of 45. The stroke forced her to move back to Australia where she was able to recover and recuperate. After a couple of years, she returned to the UK and is back working. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 12 - Michael Cox 24.04.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Michael Cox. Michael suffered a stroke at the age of 51, and it seriously affect his ability to work and earn money. However, he receives huge support from his close family, and keeps himself busy with the local scout group, and Active Stroke North East Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 11 - Stephanie and Bernadette Germes 18.04.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Stephanie and her mum Bernadette Germes. Stephanie suffered a stroke at the age of 34. The physical and personal consequences of the stroke were devastating for Stephanie and her family - but with their continuing support, she is looking forward to a positive future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 10 - Susan and Peter Searle 10.04.2020

In this episode, we chat to Susan Searle her husband Peter. Susan suffered a stroke over 30 years ago, at the age of 35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 9 - Greg Graham 03.04.2020

In this episode, we speak to Greg Graham - who suffered a stroke at the age of 41. It was the start of a difficult period in Greg's life, but he is back on his feet, and dedicated to helping other stroke survivors through his online presence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 8 - Robert Elliot 28.03.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Robert Elliot from Newcastle, who suffered a stroke at the age of 60. Robert's stroke caused a complete change in the way that he lived his life, but he is back on his feet, back driving, and is spending time with the people he loves, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 7 - Ken and Trish Alcock 21.03.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we speak to Trish and Ken Alcock. Ken suffered a stroke in 1998, at the age of 47. It severely affected his ability to communicate and to walk - however, through the incredible support of his wife Trish and his children and extended family, Ken is back on his feet again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 6 - Ross McKenzie 14.03.2020

In this episode, we chat to Ross Mckenzie, who suffered a stroke at the age of 58. Ross was on holiday in Australia when he suffered his stroke, and he had to stay there for several months receiving treatment. When he came back, he got heavily involved with the local charity Active Stroke Northeast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 5 - Eric Sinclair 07.03.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we spoke to Eric Sinclair, who suffered a stroke at the age of 55. Eric went through a difficult rehabilitation process that continues to this day, but is also dedicating his time to spreading awareness of stroke and stroke survivors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 4 - Cary Timothy Hill 29.02.2020

On this episode of Stroke Stories, we feature the final interview we recorded during our visit to Stroke Information in Stockport - Cary Timothy Hill, who suffered a stroke at the age of 56. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stroke Stories Season 2 Episode 3 - Chris Seivard 22.02.2020

In this episode of Stroke Stories, we chat to Chris Seivard, who suffered a stroke at the age of 56. Although he still has things to work on in his recovery, he has made great progress, and is looking forward to returning back to work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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