Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast

• Concussion Culture, Advocacy and Run It Straight With Dr Alan Pearce

  Send us a textToday, we’re joined once again by Professor Alan Pearce, returning from Episode 21. A Clinical Neurophysiologist, Professor Pearce is internationally recognized for his work in sports-related concussion, employing techniques such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to investigate neurophysiological responses to brain injury.He has authored over 300 peer-reviewed publications, multiple book chapters, and several key texts in the field, with his research cited over 5,000 times. In addition to his academic contributions, Professor Pearce is a prominent advocate for concussion education in media and public discourse. -      What is a concussion (01:35)-      Update on Dr Pearce Research (03:20) -      Run It Straight (07:30)-      Mixed Messaging (11:41)-      How Do You Keep Advocating the Message (18:17)-      Ways We Can Help the Message and Changing Sports For Kids(21:32)-      How to Support and Help Your Work? Alan Pearce@alanpearcephdhttps://neuropearce.com Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop fortnightly Social media:Twitter: @first concussionFacebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcastInstagram: Headfirst_ Concussion  Email: [email protected]

  --------  

  31:11

  --------

  31:11
• Dwarf Tossing to Run It Straight and ‘The Perfect Brain Injury Delivery System’ with Dr Stephen Casper

  Send us a textWelcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Dr. Stephen Casper, first featured in Episode 30. A globally respected medical historian, Dr. Casper is Professor of History and Associate Director of Honors at Clarkson University, as well as a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society. His groundbreaking research has profoundly influenced how we understand the cultural and intellectual history of neuroscience—especially in relation to concussion and traumatic brain injury.Dr. Casper is also a prolific author, with numerous acclaimed publications including The Neurologists and his upcoming book Punch Drunk and Dementia: A Cultural History of Concussion, 1870–Present. He has published over 100 articles, chapters, and reviews throughout his distinguished career.-       Historical Concepts and Activities of Brain Injury (02:00)-       Low Risk to High Risk ‘Vocational’ Activities (05:10)-       Normalisation of Dangerous Acts (09:06)-       Run It Straight/ Dwarf Throwing – Concussion Alliance (11:30)-       Consent and Bodily Autonomy Versus Fiduciary Duties (18:15)-       Socioeconomical Aspects of Dangerous Activities (27:37)-       Favourite Historical Aspects When Researching (34:00)  Stephen Casper: - Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Stephen-Casper - Run It Straight:https://www.concussionalliance.org/blog/runit-a-historical-perspective-from-stephen-casper-phd - Run it straight white paper: https://www.repercussiongroup.com/white-paper- Muhammad Ali in Atlanta: https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=mohamada+aali+1996+alanta+olympics&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8#cobssid=s&fpstate=ive&vld=cid:7c1b4c5c,vid:80wMMFAcweQ,st:0   Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop weekly Social media:Twitter: @first concussionFacebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcastInstagram: Headfirst_ Concussion  Email: [email protected]

  --------  

  43:28

  --------

  43:28
• Perceived Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy and Suicidality in Former Professional Football Players (NFL) With Dr Rachel Grashow

  Send us a textDr. Rachel Grashow, director of epidemiological research initiatives for the Football Players Health Study at Harvard University and co-lead of the Family Experiences Managing Football Lives project. A research scientist at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Dr. Grashow’s work focuses on how environmental exposures shape brain and overall health in vulnerable groups from children and pregnant women to veterans and professional athletes. With over 40 publications and more than 2,500 academic citations, Dr Grashow is committed to translating rigorous science into real-world impact through community engagement and health equity none more so than today’s topic of ‘Perceived Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy and Suicidality in Former Professional Football Players’Dr Rachel Grashow Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=7KMbpPAAAAAJ&view_op=list_works&sortby=pubdatehttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39312218/Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop weekly Social media:Twitter: @first concussionFacebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcastInstagram: Headfirst_ Concussion  Email: [email protected]

  --------  

  40:22

  --------

  40:22
• Concussion, CTE and Repetitive Head Impacts with Dr Robert Cantu

  Send us a textWelcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast, This episode, we're diving deep with Dr. Robert Cantu — world-renowned concussion expert, clinical professor at Boston University, co-founder of the CTE Center, and medical director of the Concussion Legacy Foundation.With over 550 publications and 34 books to his name, Dr. Cantu has shaped the global conversation on brain trauma in sports. From the NFL to World Rugby, his advisory roles have influenced concussion protocols at the highest levels.   -       How you become involved in sports and concussion space? (01:52)-       What is concussion? (03:00)-       What is Second Impact Syndrome? (04:46)-       Recovery Times (08:24)-       What is CTE and Repetitive Head Impacts? (11:05)-       Stages of CTE (15:51)-       What is TES and treatment options? (19:30)-       Ways to make the sports we love safe/ Advisory Pannels (21:42)-       How can people help support your work and research? (29:50)Dr Cantu:Boston University: https://www.bu.edu/cte/profile/robert-cantu/Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=PLB5X4EAAAAJ&hl=en  Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop weekly Social media:Twitter: @first concussionFacebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcastInstagram: Headfirst_ Concussion  Email: [email protected]

  --------  

  31:38

  --------

  31:38
• Lived Experiences of ‘Probable CTE’ and conneCTErs Board Member; Sarah Willey

  Send us a textToday, we’re honoured to welcome Sarah Willey—a dedicated volunteer and board member with conneCTErs, an organization raising awareness and offering support around Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). Sarah brings a wealth of experience in healthcare leadership, but she joins us today in an even more personal role: as a wife and mother.In this episode, Sarah shares what conneCTErs is all about and opens up about her family's journey with what is believed to be CTE. It’s a powerful and heartfelt conversation about the real-life impact and we’re grateful for her courage in sharing her story.  -       What is CTE & Probable CTE? (01:35)-       ConnCTErs Organisation (04:35)-       Diagnosis of Probable CTE (07:50)-       Differences in Personality (15:30)-       How to Communicate and Family Dynamics (20:40)-       Conversation with Children (26:30)-       Step by Step Process (31:13)-       Help and The Organisation and Resources. (32:26)    Facebook: ConneCTErs Australia IG: @connecteraustraliaSarah Willey Linked in: https://au.linkedin.com/in/sarah-willey-b13a69b2Dr Rowena Mobbs: Episode26 Subscribe, review and share for new episodes which will drop weekly Social media:Twitter: @first concussionFacebook: Headfirst: A concussion podcastInstagram: Headfirst_ Concussion  Email: [email protected] 

  --------  

  37:16

  --------

  37:16

More Health & Wellness podcasts

Trending Health & Wellness podcasts

About Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast