Podcast
With you in mind
Our podcast, ‘With you in mind’, offers a unique and intimate look into the world of epilepsy care and surgery. Tune in to:
- Hear inspiring stories from patients who have undergone epilepsy surgery.
- Listen to epilepsy specialists and professionals share valuable insights and advice.
- Stay informed on the latest developments and breakthroughs in epilepsy care.
Perfect for those on the go, the podcast is available to stream on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:
About our podcast episodes
Nano Intro with the Co-Founders of Brain Buddy
In this short 4-minute introduction with co-founders Lisa and Sarah, they explain their motivation for setting up Brain Buddy and what they hope to achieve.
Episode 1 with Matthew Walker and John Duncan
In this light-hearted chat, Matthew Walker and John Duncan, Consultant Neurologists specialising in epilepsy at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, and Professors of Neurology, UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology, chat about how appointments, surgery, and research at Queen Square are progressing.
Episode 2 with Sallie Baxendale
Sallie Baxendale, Consultant Neuropsychologist at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery and UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology, shares with us the process patients have to go through before having brain surgery in this informative discussion.
Episode 4 – ‘My journey’ with Eamonn
We are joined by Eamonn in this episode, who shares his fascinating story of awake brain surgery. In this beautiful chat, Eamonn shares how and why he made the very brave decision to undergo brain surgery and why and he has no regrets.
Episode 5 – ‘My journey’ with Bridie
In this episode we are joined by Bridie, who shares her perspective on her son Eamonn’s Journey into brain surgery. In this insightful chat, Bridie shares how she supported Eamonn through his decision and talks about the highs and lows they experienced as a family.
Episode 6 – ‘My journey’ with Theresa Dauncey
Join us for a chat with Theresa Dauncey, CEO of The National Brain Appeal, the supporting charity of The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. In this episode she shares some insights into the incredible work the charity does, and why she got involved.
Episode 7 – ‘My journey’ with Chris Hallatt-Wells
In this episode we are joined by Chris Hallatt Wells, a patient at the National Hospital of Neurology and Neurosurgery. Chris shares his incredible story of journey with epilepsy and how and why he made the very brave decision to undergo brain surgery in 2023.
Episode 8 – ‘My experience’ with Jonathan Hart
In this episode we are joined by Jonathan Hart, Epilepsy Nurse Specialist at the National Hospital of Neurology and Neurosurgery with experience of supporting patients with epilepsy for over 20 years. Jonathan shares his valuable insights and also shares some valuable tools and resources for people with epilepsy.
Episode 9 – ‘My journey’ with Madeline Bolton-Smith
In this episode we speak with Madeline Bolton-Smith, the third patient in the UK to undergo cutting-edge fibre optic laser therapy, known as Laser Interstitial Therapy (LiTT). Madeline shares her journey—from being diagnosed with epilepsy at 13 years old to being offered this innovative brain surgery.