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Mark Stewart’s Race Against Dementia Using Formula 1 Focus
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- Brave Bold Brilliant
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- May 12, 2026
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- 3284
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Summary
In this moving episode Mark Stewart, film producer and chair of Race Against Dementia joins the show to discuss the personal and professional mission behind the charity founded by his father, F1 legend Sir Jackie Stewart. Mark shares the heart-wrenching reality of his mother Helen’s battle with frontotemporal dementia and how the family is applying the high-speed, problem-solving mindset of Formula 1 to accelerate the search for a cure. From funding global research fellowships to utilising AI and predictive technologies, Mark provides an insightful look at how they are poking holes in a disease that affects one in three people born today. You’ll Learn Why: The charity utilises the "Formula 1 mindset" of constant evolution and rapid problem-solving to fast-track medical breakthroughs that traditionally take decades. Race Against Dementia currently funds over 90 projects and fellowships worldwide, encouraging young researchers to take risks and utilise cross-industry technologies. The emotional toll of the disease has been hard on his family, emphasising the importance of meeting patients "where they are" and maintaining a sense of humour. Collaborating with teams like McLaren, the charity has used predictive technology to speed up laboratory processes, such as Petri dish testing, by up to eight times. This episode is living proof that no matter where you’re starting from — or what life throws at you — it’s never too late to be brave, bold, and unlock your inner brilliant. Visit https://brave-bold-brilliant.com/ for free tools, guides and resources to help you take action now 📩 Want extra support? Email [email protected] to book your free mentoring session with Jeannette. Let’s make your next move your bravest yet. KEY MOMENTS [01:50] - The Staggering Sta…