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The Hirschsprung’s Hour

Tom Richard
Tom Richard

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The Hirschsprung’s Hour is the leading Hirschsprung’s show in the world. The condition effects 1 in 5000 babies in the UK and is present when the ganglion cells (nerves) fail to form in parts of the intestine. Tom Richard will bring you some of the most inspirational advocates with this condition, who are thriving in the world of sport, TV and modelling from around the world.

Hirschsprung’s disease affects 1 in 5000 babies in the UK, and affects the large bowel, where the ganglion cells do not form properly. The aim of these episodes is to showcase the incredible people, diagnosed with this condition, that have not let in stand in their way.

The Hirschsprung’s show aims to bring you some of the leading lights in Hirschsprung’s awareness – including models, actors and professional sportspeople, they will tell there amazing stories and highlight some of the outstanding achievements along the way.

Episodes

The Hirschsprung’s Hour

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We explore 'Parkers Journey' with Leanne Constable, discussing her candid emotions on Parker's Down's Syndrome diagnosis and later also learning about the Hirschsprung's Disease.

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Entrepreneur and 'Embrace Your Bravery' podcast host Robyn Taylor shares her journey seeking answers after her daughter faced complications from Hirschsprung's Disease pull-through surgery.

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We discuss unique challenges with Louise about her 12-year-old son, Jacob, starting with his Hirschsprung's diagnosis, exploring highs and lows with ADHD, and celebrating his academic and sports success.

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I’m joined by new mum Georgina Merckel to discuss her son Ffredi’s Hirschsprung's Disease diagnosis. She shares her first 5 months juggling motherhood and business, managing stress, and keeping up hobbies.

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The founder of 'Samuel's Smiles,' Sam Bell, joins me to share his journey with a rare form of Hirschsprung's Disease, his experiences of fatherhood, and how he started his charity to support those with rare diseases.

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Actor and West End star Jamie Birkett chats to me about her son and husbands’ journey with Hirschsprung's Disease as well as her own personal challenges.

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