Before you listen to this BBC podcast, I'd like to introduce myself.

My name's Stevie Middleton and I'm a BBC Commissioner for a load of sport podcasts.

I'm lucky to do that at the BBC because I get to work with a leading journalist, experienced

pundits and the biggest sport stars.

Together we bring you untold stories and fascinating insights straight from the players'

mouths.

But the best thing about doing this at the BBC is our unique access to the sport world.

What that means is that we can bring you podcasts that create a real connection to

dedicated sports fans across the UK.

So if you like this podcast, head over to BBC Sounds where you'll find plenty more.

This is Discovery from the BBC World Service.

I'm Jumal Khalili and in my series The Life Scientific, I get to talk to some of the extraordinary

men and women who are trying to understand our world and make it a better place.

And my guest today has really helped to achieve that for those that suffer from migraine.

I remember then myself as a young teenager curled up in bed with my head buried in

a pillow.

This neurological condition is far more common than you might think.

While medications to help relieve the symptoms of migraine have been around for some time,

they haven't worked for everyone.

And the condition was poorly understood.

Fast forward to today and to my guest, Peter Goadsby, a true pioneer in the field.

He is Professor of Neurology at Kings College London's Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology

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