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What does it really take to rebuild your life after a traumatic brain injury?

In this compelling episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, host Bruce Parkman speaks with Gail Waitkun, a TBI survivor, brain health advocate, and educator, who shares her journey of resilience, recovery, and reinvention after a life-altering brain injury.

Gail opens up about:

• The hidden struggles of living with a traumatic brain injury
• The 7 steps to recovery that guided her healing journey
• How nutrition, mindfulness, and neurofeedback played a role in restoring brain function
• The emotional challenges of TBI—identity, relationships, and navigating everyday life
• Why education, early diagnosis, and holistic care are vital for recovery success

This episode is a must-listen for survivors, caregivers, clinicians, and anyone interested in the power of the human brain to recover and adapt.

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What if the sport you loved left a permanent mark on your brain?

In this powerful episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, we explore the life-altering impact of repetitive brain trauma in high-impact sports like football and rodeo. Bruce is joined by Paul Frase, former NFL player, and Corey Berry, former rodeo competitor, who both open up about their personal experiences with concussions, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and the mental health consequences that followed.

Together, they discuss:

• The long-term risks of repeated subconcussive impacts
• How CTE symptoms affect everyday life, relationships, and identity
• The cultural resistance to change in sports communities
• The urgent need for education, awareness, and advocacy—especially for parents and youth programs
• Why mental health support and early intervention are critical for athletes, veterans, and survivors

This conversation is a wake-up call for athletes, families, coaches, and policymakers. If you care about the future of sports and the minds of those who play them, this episode is a must-listen.

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🎧 In this eye-opening episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, we sit down with Dr. Robert Baric, a leading expert in concussion care and brain wellness, to uncover the hidden crisis of repetitive brain trauma affecting veterans, athletes, and everyday people.

Dr. Baric breaks down:

• 🧠 The long-term effects of untreated concussions and subconcussive impacts
• 🩺 Why early intervention is critical to prevent permanent brain dysfunction
• 🥦 The shocking link between gut health and cognitive recovery
• ⚠️ Why TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) is often ignored outside of sports arenas
• 🧘 How neurofeedback, nutrition, and holistic care are changing the game in brain injury treatment

This isn’t just about sports. It’s about how millions are living with undiagnosed or untreated brain trauma—and what we can do to change that narrative.

If you're a veteran, parent, coach, or mental health advocate, this episode delivers crucial insights and actionable resources for protecting the brain and improving lives.

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In this powerful episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, we dive into the urgent conversation around repetitive brain trauma in sports with Dr. Judith Gates—founder of HeadSafe Football and fierce advocate for athlete brain health.

Dr. Gates opens up about the devastating impact of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) on her late husband, Bill Gates, a former professional footballer. Through her personal loss, she has transformed grief into action—launching a movement aimed at preventing CTE and protecting current and future generations of athletes.

From youth football to the NFL, this episode unpacks why it's time for real reform—safer play practices, helmet innovation, and policy change that puts brain safety first.

🎯 Topics Covered:

What is CTE and why does it matter?

How repetitive sub concussive hits change the brain.

How HeadSafe Football is rewriting the playbook for athlete protection.

The role of education, research, and family advocacy in tackling sports-related brain injuries.

🧠 Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or advocate—this conversation will change how you view the game.

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In this powerful episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, host Bruce Parkman sits down with Sharon Gilmartin, Executive Director of the Safe States Alliance, to tackle one of the most urgent public health challenges of our time—repetitive brain trauma. Together, they break down the hidden dangers of head impacts in sports and everyday life, exposing the serious gaps in care, education, and prevention.

Sharon shares key insights into how brain injuries affect not just athletes and veterans, but families, communities, and the nation’s economy. The conversation highlights why advocacy, awareness, and collaboration across healthcare, sports organizations, and policymakers are essential to protecting brain health.

If you care about mental health, athlete safety, and creating real change, this is a must-listen episode.

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In this powerful episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, former Green Beret and host Bruce Parkman sits down with professional football player Uras “LT” Agee IV to tackle one of the most pressing issues in athletics today—repetitive brain trauma.

LT opens up about his journey through football, the mental and physical toll of concussions, and the importance of faith, perseverance, and resilience on and off the field. From youth sports safety and proper tackling techniques to life lessons learned alongside NFL legend Tom Brady, LT shares hard-hitting insights every parent, athlete, and coach needs to hear.

This conversation goes beyond the game—it’s about protecting the next generation, building mental toughness, and finding strength in community mentorship.

👉 If you care about brain health, mental resilience, and the future of sports, this episode is for you.
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In this episode of Broken Brains, Bruce Parkman talks with retired Green Beret Pat Flatley, who shares his journey through traumatic brain injury, PTSD, and the shortcomings of traditional treatment. After years of pain, anger, and depression with little help from the VA, Pat found a breakthrough through psychedelic-assisted therapy with Ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT, supported by VETS.org.

These treatments helped him process trauma, reduce symptoms, and reconnect with his family in ways that pharmaceuticals never could. Today, Pat advocates for alternative therapies and greater awareness of repetitive brain trauma, offering hope and a path to healing for fellow veterans.

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🏈 In this powerful episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, former NFL player Matt Skura opens up about his journey from youth sports to the biggest stage in football—and the mental and physical battles that came with it. Matt shares raw insights into the toll that injuries, concussions, and the pressures of professional sports can take on an athlete’s brain health and emotional well-being.

From navigating life-changing injuries to redefining his identity after leaving the NFL, Matt offers an inspiring perspective on resilience, mental toughness, and the importance of mental health advocacy for athletes at every level. He and Bruce dive into the need for better safety protocols in contact sports, the role of psychology in performance, and the ongoing fight to protect the next generation of players.

🎧 Whether you’re an athlete, a parent, a coach, or simply someone passionate about mental health, this conversation delivers eye-opening truths and hope for a safer future in sports.

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