Memories: Support our fight to protect yours
Many millions across the world are robbed of their memories by dementia. Race Against Dementia is working to change that.
In this Memories series, recorded during the lockdown of 2020, our founder Sir Jackie Stewart discusses memories of a remarkable life in motorsport, business and beyond.
Sir Jackie is joined by an illustrious group of friends, from royalty to international stars of music and entertainment, to other sporting legends.
“The Memories series of conversations is intended to show the value of shared remembrances and recollections to human health and well-being and help raise further awareness of Race Against Dementia, and further donations so we can grow our programme of vital research fellowships.” Sir Jackie Stewart
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From New Zealand to New York, Dame Kiri has commanded audiences across the globe. Now, in conversation Sir Jackie Stewart, she commands them once again. A fascinating life filled with adventure, talent and determination; Dame Kiri shares memories of her greatest achievements, fulfilling her Mother's prophetic dreams and the privilege of visits with Her Majesty The Queen.
Released 22/07/2021
A chameleon and master of mimicry, Comedian Rory Bremner sits down with Sir Jackie Stewart and lets us into the world behind the laughter.
From his multi-talented family to his experiences in the entertainment world; Rory takes you through many moments in his life, shared memories with Sir Jackie, special guest appearances from world leaders* and all the customary laughs along the way.
Released 04/04/2021
Royalty of a different kind joins Sir Jackie in this episode of memories, rock n roll royalty! Pink Floyd’s Nick Mason is not only a founding member of one of the biggest bands of all time, he’s a major car and motor racing enthusiast. Long time friends, Nick and Sir Jackie discuss Nick’s amazing 50+ year career in music, Pink Floyd’s biggest moments along their way to selling over 250 million albums and Nick’s enviable car collection which includes a 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Released 21/02/2021
In this episode of Memories Sir Jackie catches up with the only man to win the tennis calendar year grand slam twice, Mr. Rod Laver. Winner of 200 singles titles, the most in history, Rod has been bestowed many honours including having the centre court arena named after him at his home grand slam in Australia. Rod and Sir Jackie talk through their marvellous careers during an era when they were both at the top of their sports and the challenges that life has thrown at them since. A heartwarming chat with a humble champion that Roger Federer considers to be the greatest tennis player of all time.
Released 26/01/2021
Proudly presented by Race Against Dementia, Sir Jackie Stewart and Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal share memories from their almost 50 year long friendship.
A relaxed conversation between old friends covering antics from horse eventing and motor racing, to Hollywood greats and close family connections.
Released 17/12/2020
Legendary talk show host and fellow Dementia Australia Ambassador Sir Michael Parkinson joins Sir Jackie for this very special edition of Memories. Friends for over 50 years, join them as they discuss family, meeting Muhammad Ali, The Beatles and more!
Released 12/07/2020
Join us on a smile filled ride with Formula 1 superstar Daniel Ricciardo as he and Sir Jackie discuss his rise through the ranks from karting and Formula BMW to winning the Monaco Grand Prix, moving teams and everything in-between, including the famous shoey!
Released 10/08/2020
Surviving a plane crash at 18,000 feet and 72 days in the Andes surrounded by death. Nando Parrado is one of the most incredible human survival stories of all time. Tune in as he reveals all to his great friend Sir Jackie about the miracle in the Andes that inspired the Hollywood movie, Alive!
Released 26/07/2020
Sir Jackie and His Royal Highness Prince Salman Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, a long time supporter of RAD, have a shared belief that Formula 1 can help secure a vital research breakthrough into dementia.
Join them as they discuss the sport, their first chance meeting on Concorde, and how that lead to placing Bahrain as one of the key events in the F1 calendar. Sir Jackie has a lot to answer for!
Released 03/12/2020
With some spectacular motorsport crashes in his career, famed Red Bull Racing driver Mark Webber is lucky to be with us today. The Aussie Formula 1 star and TV pundit joins Sir Jackie for a look back at the highs and lows of an adrenaline-filled life and their close friendship off the track.
Released 04/08/2020
One memorable test drive at Goodwood in 1964 that would lead to a Formula 1 contract, a blind date that became the love of his life and challenges with Dyslexia as a young man who became a shooting champion.
Released 30/06/2020
Sir Jackie’s earliest memories of growing up in Scotland, his beginnings in motorsport and his first race in Monaco, an event for which he only had enough money for a one-way ticket, watch above to see what happened!
Released 16/06/2020
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“I have been fortunate to have a wonderful career and my wife Helen was by my side through it all. We should have been able to share those memories forever but dementia steals that away. Without urgent progress, one in three people born today, will go on to suffer dementia and that is unacceptable. I passionately believe that the way Formula One uses problem-solving and innovative thinking to achieve remarkable developments at speed can help scientists to create a real and much-needed breakthrough in dementia research. When the world is, rightly, focussed on combatting the dreadful COVID-19 pandemic, it is vitally important that the fight against dementia is not allowed to diminish in importance. My ‘MEMORIES’ series of conversations is intended to show the value of shared remembrances and recollections to human health and well-being and help raise further donations so we can grow our programme of vital research fellowships. I am enormously grateful to all those who have given up their time to speak so openly in these conversations. I hope everyone can find some comfort and enjoyment in them during these difficult times.” Sir Jackie Stewart
“I have been fortunate to have a wonderful career and my wife Helen was by my side through it all. We should have been able to share those memories forever but dementia steals that away. Without urgent progress, one in three people born today, will go on to suffer dementia and that is unacceptable. I passionately believe that the way Formula One uses problem-solving and innovative thinking to achieve remarkable developments at speed can help scientists to create a real and much-needed breakthrough in dementia research.
When the world is, rightly, focussed on combatting the dreadful COVID-19 pandemic, it is vitally important that the fight against dementia is not allowed to diminish in importance. My ‘MEMORIES’ series of conversations is intended to show the value of shared remembrances and recollections to human health and well-being and help raise further donations so we can grow our programme of vital research fellowships.
I am enormously grateful to all those who have given up their time to speak so openly in these conversations. I hope everyone can find some comfort and enjoyment in them during these difficult times.”
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