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Episode 25

Well as the boy's move into an exciting new year and today we are very luck to have special guest Jim Bunch.

Jim Bunch joins us today and tells us all about his battle with Cancer, diagnosis, treatment and major surgery which has left Jim with a Stoma bag.

Jim has kindly agreed to tell us today all about his experiences, his day to day life and the changes he's had to make with his new Stoma bag.

A stoma bag is a bag that collects waste from a stoma, which is an opening in the abdominal wall that connects the bowel to the surface of the body. A stoma can be created for a number of reasons, including bowel cancer, bladder cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, or an obstruction in the bladder or bowel.

Adjusting to a colostomy can be difficult, but it does not mean you cannot enjoy a full and active life. Colostomy equipment is discreet and secure, and you should be able to do most of the activities you enjoyed before.

Award winning BBC presenter, Adele Roberts, didn't let her stoma bag slow her down after bowel cancer surgery.

We thank Jim today as his story I'm sure will help and inspire other's especially those who are about to go through a similar scenario.

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Season 2, Episode 24

New Year new show and we kick this episode off with another very special guest the UK's "King of Bling" Mr Bobby George.

Robert Francis George (born 16 December 1945) is now an English television presenter and former professional Darts player.

He is widely recognised as one of the game's biggest personalities, known for his flamboyant entrances in which the "King of Darts" makes his way to the stage bedecked in jewellery, wearing a crown and cloak and holding a candelabra to the Queen song "We Are the Champions"

Bobby took up darts at the very late age of 30, but quickly improved and Impressed, winning the first tournament he entered, and making his first appearance at the World Masters less than a year later.

He has won several major tournaments, including the News of the World Championship twice once in 1979 and again in 1986, together with the Butlins Grand Masters in 1979 and again in 1980. Other titles include the North American Open in 1978, and he was WDF Europe Cup Champion in 1982 beating his mate Eric Bristow in the final.

Bobby was the first player on television to gat an average over 100.

Today the boy's make the trip to his home "George House" and interview the great legend of British Darts and listen to some great storeys and tales of the day.

This is a great honest look on the darts scene of yesteryear and a great take on the game today, Please have a listen and we hope you enjoy, sorry we have had to add an adults only rating to this one as we didn't want to edit out some of the great tails.

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Season 2, Episode 23

Well where has all that time gone, 52 episodes in the can and still going strong.

No guests today, just the boy's looking back on such a amazing year Podcasting and selecting a few of their podcast favourites.

Several wonderful guests have appeared in the last 12 months including Martins wish to gain a celebrity, well thats been topped with a number of celebrities.

It's not only celebrities that makes this podcast what it is, Martin & Patrick are so grateful for all the special guests telling their own very personal story, their fights and struggles including their own special journey.

We thank everyone involved with "Who's Tom & Dick", and look forward to 2025 and series 3 with motivation and excitement and we wish you all a happy new year.

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#BBCSports
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#Cardiology
#Surgery
#Podcast
#Healthcare
#HeartHealth
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#PatientStories
#CardiologyCare
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Episode 22, Series 1

Well its the last episode before Christmas and the Boys have another guest to see us into the festive season and this week its non other than Super hero Mr Motivator (Derek Evans MBE).

The boy's always talk about PMA (Positive mental attitude) well Mr motivator has this in bags full.

Derrick Errol Evans MBE (born 15 November 1952), better known as Mr Motivator, is a Jamaican-born British fitness instructor. He rose to fame in 1993 through appearances on the UK breakfast TV show GMTV. Mr Motivator performed live fitness sessions and offered tips and advice to viewers. Following the rise in popularity of his fitness sessions, he released a number of fitness and workout videos in the 1990s.

In June 2014, the BBC announced that Evans would compete on a new Saturday gymnastics competition programme Tumble, but he had to withdraw after dislocating his knee, necessitating surgery.

Again another honest and open interview where Mr Motivator opens up about his life and offers our listeners Motivational techniques, simple everyday exercises and a chance to keep your self mobile and steady as we all mature in years.

Next Episode (23) see's the boys catch up on the year and discuss the highs and the lows together with a round up of this years Podcasts, don't miss it there may even be a joke thrown in there somewhere.


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#Prostate Cancer
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#The after life
#Ghosts
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#Ouija boards
#Mediums
#Psychics
#Reincarnation
#HeartTransplant
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#RareCondition
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#MentalHealth
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#Cardiology
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Series 2, Episode 21

Today the boys have another special guest Federico Barbarossa who is hoping to make a documentary on Homophobia especially in the popular seaside town of Brighton England.

Using his personal experiences Federico is hoping to pitch his documentary to mainstream TV here in the UK, having already recorded many interviews with friends, special guest and local business owners.

We address today Homophobia in Brighton and generally in our communities and are surprised how this seems to be on the increase mainly down to social media.

What is the official definition of homophobia?

The homophobia definition is the fear, hatred, discomfort with, or mistrust of people who are lesbian, gay, or bisexual.

Homophobia, like most phobias, is distinguished by an irrational fear of gay people or gay behavior. Gays have fought long and hard for the rights we have had recognised under our Constitution...but make no mistake about it.... homophobia and anti-gay attitudes are alive and well across our land and around the world.

Coined by George Weinberg, a psychologist, in the 1960s, the term homophobia is a blend of (1) the word homosexual, itself a mix of neo-classical morphemes, and (2) phobia from the Greek φόβος, phóbos, meaning "fear", "morbid fear" or "aversion". Weinberg is credited as the first person to have used the term in speech.

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#Prostate Cancer
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#Spirts
#Ouija boards
#Mediums
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#Reincarnation
#HeartTransplant
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It's already Episode 20 of Season 2 as we roll into winter 2024.

Again this week the boy's are lucky to have two Guests Bethany Keime and Charlie Kirkman, both have different heart conditions, Bathany and twin sister Hannah both suffer from Hypertropic Cardiomyopathy whilst Charlie has Arrhythmia.

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a condition in which muscle tissues of the heart become thickened without an obvious cause. The parts of the heart most commonly affected are the interventricular septum and the ventricles.

This is is most often caused by abnormal genes in the heart muscle. These genes cause the walls of the heart chamber (left ventricle) to become thicker than normal. The thickened walls may become stiff and this can reduce the amount of blood taken in and pumped out to the body with each heartbeat.

How is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy treated?

• Activity limits. ...
• Preventing dehydration. ...
• Medicines to treat shortness of breath and chest pain. ...
• Medicines to help prevent abnormal heart rhythms. ...
• Anticoagulants. ...
• Septal myectomy. ...
• Alcohol septal ablation. ...
• Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD).

An Arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat, is a problem with the rhythm or rate of your heartbeat. Your heart may beat too quickly, too slowly, or with an irregular rhythm. It is normal for your heart rate to speed up during physical activity and to slow down while resting or sleeping but with Arrhythmia this can be irregular anytime.

While Arrhythmias can be a serious condition that can affect your health, there are also treatments available to help. By following a treatment plan and making heart healthy lifestyle changes, you can learn how to live with a cardiac arrhythmia.

In today's Interview Bethany & Charlie tell us openly and honestly about their conditions from diagnosis to how the deal with it today and in everyday life.

Bethany & sister Hannah are two remarkable twins who have taken this illness head on and realised there are others like themselves undiagnosed. Their experience as young teenagers soon discovered there was little information available and resorted to Google to explore their condition.

Social Media Patient Community did not exist, so Bethany & Hannah set about correcting this by starting their own Social media presence "Heart Charged" in hope to reach out to those with this condition and those still to be diagnosed.

They made us aware that as young women it was hard to get healthcare professionals to take them seriously with their health issues, simply sidelining them and saying "It's all part of growing up as a young Women" It wasn't until a member of the family discovered they had hypertrophic cardiomyopathy that both Bethany & Hannah were then checked for this Condition.

These young women have gone from strength to strength and this is how they met Charlie through Their social media connections and recent success with the "Sudden Cardiac Art" Exhibition in the UK, now destined for Southern California.


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# Subarachnoid hemorrhage
#Mediastinal Germ Cell Tumour
#Prostate Cancer
#Bronchiectasis
#CharcotmarietoothDisease
#Emphysema
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#Ghosts
#Spirts
#Ouija boards
#Mediums
#Psychics
#Reincarnation
#HeartTransplant
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#RareCondition
#HealthJourney
#LifeChangingDiagnosis
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Series II - Episode 19

Tday the boy's are back out on the road and this time they are exploring assisted living in the community was we all approach our senior years.

Today the boy's visit Nowton Park Retirement Village

Nowton Court is a beautiful manor house located in the grounds of Nowton Park in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England.

Nowton Court is truly unique. The staffs passion is to ensure that the residents remain as independent as absolutely possible – enjoying their day-to-day life in a safe and secure environment without losing their freedom of choice.

Emergency and immediate support is provided for 24 hours per day to ensure all residents’ comfort and safety. Additional support can be bought in as and when required for any personal needs, and managed by the residents and their families as they choose.

Put simply, Nowton takes away the worry of doing daily chores so that residents can live, relax and enjoy – secure in the knowledge that help is at hand if needed.

Nowton Grange is a beautiful building which historically was used as the ‘Stable Block’ to the main Manor House when it was a private dewelling, It has been beautifully restored and converted into 18 privately owned apartments.

These exceptional apartments are supported with on-site services and are set within the delightful grounds of Nowton Court Retirement Village; which is conveniently located adjacent to Nowton Park and the extensive range of amenities in nearby Bury St Edmunds.

As part of Nowton Court Retirement Village, The Grange enjoys breath taking surroundings right on its doorstep and also has the opportunity for discounted use of the exclusive Heritage Beauty and Wellbeing Centre.

The boy's speak to Sam Dacey the homes manager who kindly tells us all about the set-up of the home and of course the daily operations and what plans she has for the home going forward. Sue Hughes (Activities manager) explains her role and how she ensures all residents are comfortable and accessing facilities locally. She also arranges activities in the home which are all optional and likes to arrange outings when she can.

Our first Resident joins us Brian Atkinson age 96, nearly 97 he explains. Brian is one lovely man, a very happy resident and a real life and sole of Nowton Court, loved by the residents and the staff alike. Brian gives us a very brief idea of his life story and of course his life now in the home.

We are joined finally by Pamela Cox (86) and what a delight Pamala is too. Pamala resides in the adjacent Nowton Grange which consists of a range of privately owned apartments for the over 55's. Pamala gives us a brief insight into her life and how the grange integrates with Nowton Court and what services she can access.

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#Ouija boards
#Mediums
#Psychics
#Reincarnation
#HeartTransplant
#EbsteinsAnomaly
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#HealthJourney
#LifeChangingDiagnosis
#MentalHealth
#Vulnerability
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#PostTraumaticGrowth
#MedicalMiracle
#BBCSports
#Inspiration
#Cardiology
#Surgery
#Podcast
#Healthcare
#HeartHealth
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Season II - Episode 18

A very special guest today, we welcome a friend of Patrick going back 12 years to their meeting in the Racing Scene.

Patrick met todays guest during his racing carer back in the day Pete Diamant a fellow competitor in the popular Mini Challenge national race series.

Pete was diagnosed in April 2021 with Stage 4 Renal (Kidney) cancer and started IppiNivo Immunotherapy some six weeks later.

Some later complications whilst receiving this treatment required further treatment and stays in hospital. In December 2023 Pete received the news a secondary cancer discovery had been made during his routine checkup.

Pete openly and honestly tells us his story form diagnosis to present day, this is truly a remarkable journey and whilst Pete has a positive mental attitude he omits this has been tested to the limit second time around.

Renal cancer, also known as Kidney cancer, is a group of cancers that starts in the kidney. Symptoms may include blood in the urine, a lump in the abdomen, or back pain. Fever, weight loss, and tiredness may also occur.

Early on, kidney masses do not typically cause any symptoms and are undetectable on physical examination. As kidney cancer becomes more advanced it classically results in blood in the urine, flank or back pain, and a mass. Other symptoms that are consistent with advanced disease include weight loss, fever, night sweats, palpable swollen lymph nodes in the neck, non-reducing varicocele, bone pain, continuous cough, and bilateral lower leg swelling.

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#Reincarnation
#HeartTransplant
#EbsteinsAnomaly
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#HealthJourney
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