When we told people that we were going to start a ‘movement’ based on a midnight 'brain dump,' I had in early 2025, they said we should be prepared for a bit of a ride. But we didn’t think it would be quite such a ride that would take us all the way to £28,000. Read on for a summary of 2025’s exploits.
Episode IV: A New Normal
I’m trying to navigate life with a sense of humor and a dose of late 1980s-inspired perspective. From the geopolitical nervousness of my childhood to the "meds-at-the-pub" reality of living with Parkinson’s, I hope these posts capture my new normal with honesty and a sprinkling of dry wit. If you’re wondering what’s driving me to start this saga now, discarding the safety of my targeting system, the answer starts here.
Fish Finger Sandwiches and the End of the World
I remember when the end of the world was a Sunday afternoon staple on ITV. Now, in late 2025, those old Cold War anxieties are back—but can we still count on the 'cavalry' to save the day? My latest blog post on nostalgia, geopolitics, and why I'm clinging to my Wi-Fi signal.
An Imposter Syndrome, Parkinson’s and Me
After five years of living and working with Parkinson’s, I’ve decided to take the advice of the Why Don’t You team of my youth and “turn off the television set and go and do something less boring instead”—finally calling time on what turned out to be a surprisingly interesting career in I.T. If you would like to hear what I consider my greatest achievement, read on.
Keyser Söze Shuffle to Billy Elliot Barnstormer
A family trip to Disney World: 100,000 strangers, 90-degree heat, and one uninvited travel companion. Watch as a 'Keyser Söze' morning shuffle transforms into a 'Billy Elliot' barnstormer in the middle of the Magic Kingdom. It turns out that when nobody knows your name, you’re free to find your own rhythm.
Murder on The Dance Floor: The Parkinson’s Excuse Me
The first time it occurred to me that something was wrong was when I went dancing with my wife. A year later I had my Parkinson’s diagnosis. What happened next?
Yellow Jersey of the Week #9
The B2P “Hall of Fame” spotlights a member of the team or a sponsor who has gone that extra mile to support us. Each week we award a “yellow jersey” to commemorate their efforts and input them into the hall. This week, the jersey goes to Glam Rampage! Read on to hear more about their fantastic contribution to our campaign.
Yellow Jersey of the Week #8
The B2P “Hall of Fame” spotlights a member of the team or a sponsor who has gone that extra mile to support us. Each week we award a “yellow jersey” to commemorate their efforts and input them into the hall. This week, the jersey goes to Drew and Isla Dodds. Find out how hard the have been training and fundraising over the last couple of weeks.
Yellow Jersey of the Week #7
The B2P “Hall of Fame” spotlights a member of the team or a sponsor who has gone that extra mile to support us. Each week we award a “yellow jersey” to commemorate their efforts and input them into the hall. This week, the jersey goes to all those who made the Headington Village Hall Bash such a success! Read on to find out more.
Yellow Jersey of the Week #6
The B2P “Hall of Fame” spotlights a member of the team or a sponsor who has gone that extra mile to support us. Each week we award a “yellow jersey” to commemorate their efforts and input them into the hall. This week, the jersey goes to Coco Noir in Headington! Read on to hear more about their fantastic contribution to our campaign.
Balls to Parkinson’s 