Life In Motion: The Parkinson's Podcast

10 Awkward Things People Say About Parkinson’s (…and Better Ways to Say Them)

Bryce Perry & Brian Campkin Season 1 Episode 7

In Episode 7 of Life in Motion: The Parkinson’s Podcast, Bryce and Brian have some fun with a very real topic: the awkward (and sometimes painful) comments people make about Parkinson’s—like “You don’t look sick,” “Are you sure?” or “Wouldn’t exercise cure it?” They break down what these comments miss, offer kinder alternatives, and share quick ways to educate without shaming. Plus: World Parkinson’s Day vibes, Brian’s fresh new look (bye-bye goatee 👋), and how to keep humor at the center of a hard conversation.

You’ll hear about:

The top 10 comments that sting—and why they land wrong

  • Simple, respectful alternatives anyone can use
  • How to respond when people think you’re “too young” or “faking it”
  • Why symptoms change day to day (and why that’s not inconsistency)
  • The “feel–felt–found” tool for calm, quick education
  • Announcing the viewer Shaky or Fakie Showdown (come beat Brian on-air!)

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 “If someone hands you an awkward comment, hand back a little grace—and a little truth.”

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This podcast is based on personal experience and opinion. We are not medical professionals. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your treatment or care plan.

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