Stories
Overcoming Aphasia: Pete Coady’s Journey and the Power of Community Support
Peter Coady - Peer Leader Say Aphasia Living with aphasia, a condition that affects communication abilities, can be isolating and challenging. However, stories like Pete Coady's offer inspiration and highlight the resilience of the human spirit. Formerly a successful...
Navigating Aphasia and Epilepsy: A Conversation with Tom Ryan-Elliott
In our latest podcast episode, we sat down with Tom Ryan-Elliott, a young professional from London who experienced a life-altering brain injury during a work event in 2014. This unfortunate incident led to Tom developing both aphasia and epilepsy. Through this...
Intertwined Health: Insights from Dr. Trevor Powell
Welcome to another exciting episode of 'On the Tip of My Tongue!' In this instalment, we dive deep into the fascinating world of neuropsychology with the brilliant Dr. Trevor Powell, a consultant clinical neuropsychologist with over 30 years of experience in mental...
Caring for Loved Ones with Aphasia: A Personal Journey with Ann
Welcome to another episode of the 'On the Tip of My Tongue' podcast! Today, we’re diving into a heartfelt conversation with Ann, Jon's wife, who opens up about her journey caring for him after he was diagnosed with aphasia following a stroke. Ann Hirons Meet Ann: A...
Supporting Carers: Insights and Initiatives from Carers UK
Today, let’s dive into an inspiring chat with Michael Shann, the head of carer support at Carers UK. With over 12.5 years of experience at this vital charity, Michael shares some incredible insights on how Carers UK is making a difference in the lives of unpaid carers...
Understanding Aphasia: A Deep Dive into the Hidden Disability
If you’re looking to dive into an often-overlooked topic that affects many people’s lives, you’ve come to the right place. In the latest episode of 'On the Tip of My Tongue,' hosts Rob Edwards and Jonathan Hirons tackle aphasia—a condition that impacts language and...
Understanding Aphasia: Personal Journeys and Insights
In the latest episode of 'On the Tip of My Tongue,' hosts Rob Edwards and Jonathan Hirons explore the complexities of living with aphasia, a language disorder often resulting from brain injuries such as strokes. The episode features Jonathan's personal narrative,...