Podcasts about Bennet Omalu

It's football season! Arpita tells the story of a pathologist who publicized some of the dangers facing NFL players. Come for the football, stay for Dr. Omalu's surprising motives. For more information and sources for this episode, visit https://www.smartteapodcast.com.

Concussion is a 2015 American biographical sports drama film written and directed by Peter Landesman, based on the exposé "Game Brain" by Jeanne Marie Laskas, published in 2009 by GQ magazine. Set during the 2000s, the film stars Will Smith as Bennet Omalu, a forensic pathologist who fights against the National Football League trying to suppress his research on chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) brain degeneration suffered by professional football players. The film premiered at AFI Fest on November 11, 2015 and was released by Columbia Pictures on December 25, 2015. The film grossed $48 million worldwide and received mixed reviews, although Smith earned a Golden Globe nomination.

Dr. Julian Bailes is a leading figure in neurosurgery and brain injury research, recognized for his extensive work on the impact of brain injuries on cognitive function. With a career marked by significant contributions to understanding and treating brain injuries, Bailes has served as a consultant to the NFL Players' Association since 1994, supporting research on head injuries among professional athletes. He is also the Medical Director of the Center for Study of Retired Athletes at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and has been involved with Pop Warner football, implementing safety measures to protect young athletes. His collaboration with Dr. Bennet Omalu led to the identification of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in football players, highlighting the long-term effects of repeated head impacts. Bailes' commitment to improving player safety extends through his advisory roles and his push for policy changes in youth sports to minimize head impacts and concussions. His research and advocacy efforts aim to make contact sports safer for all participants, from professional athletes to children. Tim Green's "Nothing Left Unsaid" is a weekly podcast hosted by Tim and Troy Green. Tim is a former first round NFL draft pick, member of the College Football Hall of Fame, New York Times #1 Bestselling Author, former Fox broadcaster, NPR contributor, family man, ALS advocate, and so much more.   Each week, Tim and Troy will sit down with interesting people to have thoughtful conversations. The guests will range from celebrities, athletes, academics, doctors, authors, and more. As Tim battles his ALS diagnosis, nothing is out of bounds and there will be nothing left unsaid.   #NothingLeftUnsaid #TimGreen #podcast    SPONSORS ElevenLabs: Thanks to ElevenLabs (https://elevenlabs.io/) for supporting this episode and powering Tim's voice. Barclay Damon: Thank you to my law firm, for supporting this episode (https://www.barclaydamon.com/).    SOCIAL Twitter: https://twitter.com/nlutimgreen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TGNothingLeftUnsaid Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tgnlu/    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnothingleftunsaid   AUDIO ONLY Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5fhcANt7CSnYvgBlgxpVVa Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nothing-left-unsaid/id1734094890   PERSONAL:  Tackle ALS: https://www.tackleals.com/ Tim Green Books: https://authortimgreen.com/

On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Ashlyn, Lauren, Gem, and Laura talk about people who were disbelieved but were eventually vindicated. Topics include pilot David Steeves’ missing airplane, singer Sinéad O’Connor public denunciation of the Catholic Church, neurologist Stanley Prusiner’s discovery of prions, and neuropathologist Bennet Omalu’s findings of CTEs in … Continue reading Episode 201: See, I told you so! →

In 2005, Dr Bennet Omalu would publish a report in the United States on the autopsy brain findings of a former professional footballer from the NFL. His conclusion was the former athlete suffered from Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE); a disease caused by repeated brain injuries most likely due to sport. The response was swift and severe claiming that the findings were incorrect, the conclusions erroneous, and a retraction of this report was demanded. Surprisingly, this was not the first time medical literature has noted the link between sport, repeated head injuries and brain damage. The first publication was written in 1928 by Dr Harrison Martland who was the Chief Medical Examiner of Essex County in New Jersey. Harrison performed hundreds of autopsies on people with head injuries including boxers. He noted twenty-three examples of boxers with permanent brain damage that he called ‘punch drunk'. Other researchers found this was not limited to boxing but other contact sports such as football. Later, this condition became known as ‘Dementia pugilistica'. This disease has surged into the spotlight in the last decade due to a number of high-profile athletes who have been diagnosed with CTE. Unfortunately, both professional and amateur athletes are at risk. This condition also greatly impacts the family and friends of those who suffer from it. However, a great deal of misinformation also exists about the risks and causes of this disease. These two episodes (of which this is part 1) are designed to explain what we know, what we don't, and what can be done about this debilitating condition. This is the story of CTE, part 1. ** Please note: General Practitioners in Australia, will be able to claim 2.25 CPD points after listening to this episode and part 2. Full details and registration on our GP CPD Points page. Our special guests: Renee Tuck – sister of Shane Tuck who was a professional footballer in the Australian Football League (AFL) playing 173 games and a brief career as a boxer. Later in Shane's career, he suffered from mental health issues and in July 2020 took his own life. Shane was diagnosed with a severe form of CTE. He was only 38 years old. Associate Professor Michael Buckland – Head of the Neuropathology department at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, founder and director of the Australian Sports Brain Bank (ASBB), co-director of the Multiple Sclerosis Australian Brain Bank, and Head of the Molecular Neuropathology Program at the Brain & Mind Centre. Associate Professor Linda Iles – Head of the Forensic Pathology Services at the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM). VIFM is in partnership with the ASBB to send brain specimens for further examination/analysis for suspected CTE or other neurodegenerative diseases. This Medical Life podcast is available on all podcasting services and Spotify. Help support us at https://www.patreon.com/ThisMedicalLife  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Movie Recommendations: Selma (2014): David Oyelowo's portrayal of Martin Luther King during the historic voting rights march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama. Boycott (2001): Featuring Jeffrey Wright as Martin Luther King Jr. and focusing on the Montgomery bus boycott. Harriet (2019): Cynthia Erivo's performance as Harriet Tubman and her work on the Underground Railroad. The Birth of a Nation (2016): Depicting the story of Nat Turner, a historical figure central to African American history. Ray (2004): Jamie Foxx's remarkable portrayal of the legendary musician Ray Charles. What's Love Got to Do with It (1993): Angela Bassett's iconic role as Tina Turner, offering insights into her tumultuous life. Hidden Figures (2016): Celebrating the contributions of female scientists and mathematicians working at NASA during the space race. Concussion (2015): Will Smith's role as Dr. Bennet Omalu, a pathologist who investigates head injuries among football players. The United States vs. Billie Holiday (2021): Andra Day's performance as Billie Holiday and her struggle against federal persecution. Lady Sings the Blues (1972): Diana Ross's portrayal of Billie Holiday, offering a perspective on the jazz legend's life. Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom (2013): Idris Elba's portrayal of Nelson Mandela's life and journey to becoming South Africa's first black president. Hotel Rwanda (2004): Don Cheadle's role in a powerful yet challenging film about the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Judas and the Black Messiah (2021): A portrayal of the Black Panther Party and the tragic story of Fred Hampton. Panther (1995): A star-studded retelling of the Black Panther movement directed by Mario Van Peebles. Marshall (2017): Chadwick Boseman's depiction of Thurgood Marshall, the first black Supreme Court justice. 42 (2013): Chadwick Boseman's portrayal of Jackie Robinson, breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball. One Night in Miami (2020): A fictional but thought-provoking film depicting a meeting between Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, Sam Cooke, and Jim Brown. Continuing the List: The host briefly mentions additional films that have had a powerful impact on him personally, including "Fruitvale Station," "Remember the Titans," "Glory," "Rosewood," "Cooley High," and others. Conclusion: Emphasizing that these films are worth watching at any time of the year, not just during Black History Month. Encouraging viewers to explore these movies to gain a deeper understanding of African American history and culture.

NFL Hall of Fame Pittsburg Steelers player Mike Webster died of a heart attack in 2022, but the autopsy done by Physician, Forensic Pathologist and Neuropathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu revealed that he had been suffering from a neurodegenerative disease. Dr. Omalu joins Liz to share the infamous story of how he was the first to discover and publish findings on chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in American football players. He details his battle with the National Football League to shine a harsh light on neurodegenerative disease, which causes behavioral problems, mood swings, and even dementia.  Follow Liz on Twitter: @LizClaman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.golongtd.comEpisode 1 of “FAVRE” is live. Subscribers can listen to the full hour and a half above or watch the video below.We get into plenty…. * Obviously, many of you would like to hear what he says about the accusations levied against him in Mississippi. He has denied wrongdoing and has not been criminally charged. To the extent he can, Favre touches on the case. (Through all developments, he will fill you in.)* Most of this first episode ties the present to the past. Blow-by-blow, Favre relives a surreal 2008. From the crushing loss to the New York Giants in the NFC Championship… to retiring… to unretiring… to clawing his way to the Minnesota Vikings… to, finally, reaching a peace with the Green Bay Packers. You'll hear stories he hasn't shared before. To this day, it all boggles the mind. * Why did he hold that retirement presser? What feeling was deep in his gut upon getting on the flight home? When did Favre get the “itch” to play again? This was an unforgettable moment in Packers and NFL history. Favre lifts up the curtain. * Jordan Love and the 2023 Packers. Did Green Bay make the correct decision? (He believes so.) Also, how does his abrupt entry into pro football back in ‘92 vs. the Cincinnati Bengals compare to Love? * His take on quarterback play today.* His ever-evolving relationship with the late, great Ted Thompson. Believe it or not, back in the 90s, they were drinking buddies. * How many concussions did Favre endure? One chilling conversation with Dr. Bennet Omalu changed his perspective. He offers his thoughts on Tua Tagovailoa into 2023. There's a darker side to pro football, as Favre knows. Thank you, everyone. Here's our post introducing the show, icymi.Also, subscribers can listen right in Apple as well if you prefer. Instructions are here, and all you need to do is Select “Listen on” above. From the drop-down menu, click on “Copy link.”As a reminder: VIP subscribers will have access to all future recordings and will be able to ask Favre anything you'd like. Here is the full video:

Are some sports too violent for children? Kids and teens who play full- or high-contact sports like rugby, American football and mixed martial arts have higher rates of concussions, which can lead to traumatic brain injuries. On the flip side, there are also huge benefits to playing sports when you're young, including community and confidence.  Dr. Bennet Omalu, a pioneer in understanding chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), says that children should not be allowed to play certain sports, and argues instead that we should invent new, safer sports for kids. Babalwa Latsha, Africa's first female professional rugby player, contends that existing sports can and should be modified to be safer for children, and holds that participating in sports is a great way to learn valuable life skills. Listen to the Doha Debates Podcast as they discuss the different possibilities for children and sports.  Doha Debates Podcast is a production of Doha Debates and FP Studios. This episode is hosted by Karen Given. Thoughts on this conversation? Let us know! Follow us everywhere @DohaDebates and join the post-episode discussion in our YouTube comments.

#152 Bennet Omalu weiß nicht so richtig, was er mit seinem Leben anfangen soll. Das Einzige was er weiß, ist, dass er irgendwann nach Amerika auswandern will. Bennet wächst nämlich in Bürgerkriegs-Nigeria auf und träumt von einer besseren Welt. Nachdem er Medizin studiert hat, bekommt er endlich ein Stipendium in den USA. Dort fängt er an als Gerichtsmediziner zu arbeiten und obduziert Leichen. Eines Tages liegt der tote Körper eines weißen, 50-jährigen Mannes auf seinem Obduktionstisch. Die Todesursache: Ein Herzinfarkt. Doch irgendetwas stimmt nicht mit seinem Tod. Das ist Bennet ziemlich schnell klar. Was er zu diesem Zeitpunkt jedoch nicht weiß: Mit dieser Obduktion wird sich sein Leben für immer verändern. In dieser Folge sprechen wir über die Lebensgeschichte von Dr. Bennet Omalu, der als Inspiration für den Film "Concussion" mit Will Smith diente. Er hat als erster Arzt "CTE" bei Football-Spielern herausgefunden. Aber nicht nur das: Wir sprechen über die NFL, mit dem ehemaligen Football-Spieler Sebastian Vollmer und der Sport-Psychologin Daniela Golz. Für weitere Interviews, Fotos und Videos zum Fall folgt uns doch auf social media unter @mordaufexpodcast auf Instagram, tiktok & Facebook. Mehr infos auch unter www.mordaufex.de - Und wir freuen uns ganz besonders doll, wenn ihr die Folge mit eurem Umfeld teilt. Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/MordaufEx

Many of us were shocked as Buffalo Bills football player Damar Hamlin suffered a life-threatening injury during last night's game. Chris talks with NFL Chaplain Robert Brooks about this event and the fact that even the strongest among us must face the fragility of life! Bennet Omalu interview - the courageous scientist who first diagnosed CTE   EQUIPPERS - Our next ZOOM MEETING is next Thursday, January 12!    REGISTRATION DETAILS ARE IN YOUR E-MAIL INBOX.  Not an Equipper and want to attend?   Become an Equipper Today  

The NFL and NFL Players Association have agreed to update the league's concussion protocol following an investigation into its procedures after Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was injured on the field. Dr. Bennet Omalu, the doctor credited with discovering chronic traumatic encephalopathy, and Dr. Ann McKee, director of Boston University's CTE Center, join Geoff Bennett to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

The NFL and NFL Players Association have agreed to update the league's concussion protocol following an investigation into its procedures after Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was injured on the field. Dr. Bennet Omalu, the doctor credited with discovering chronic traumatic encephalopathy, and Dr. Ann McKee, director of Boston University's CTE Center, join Geoff Bennett to discuss. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Il film Concussion del 2015 racconta la vita del dottor Bennet Omalu, un uomo a cui la NFL deve tutta la ricerca attorno alla CTE, che ha aperto il dibattito sulle conseguenze degli scontri del gioco e anche all'enorme battaglia culturale che ha dovuto affrontare.

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Il film Concussion del 2015 racconta la vita del dottor Bennet Omalu, un uomo a cui la NFL deve tutta la ricerca attorno alla CTE, che ha aperto il dibattito sulle conseguenze degli scontri del gioco e anche all'enorme battaglia culturale che ha dovuto affrontare.

Welcome to the Football Outsiders News Show for NFL Week 5. Cale Clinton and Jackson Roberts are back to discuss the fallout of Tua's concussion, Kenny Pickett starting in Pittsburgh, Dak Prescott's speedy recovery, Brian Robinson's impending return, the Patriots' red uniforms, and more! Return here every Wednesday throughout the 2022 regular season for updates on roster changes, player suspensions, front-office shake-ups, injuries, and more.Football Outsiders is covering more than ever before with expanded NFL coverage and updates.Be sure to get more out of Football Outsiders with a FO+ subscription! Be sure to tune in live throughout the NFL preseason at 1 p.m. EST on YouTube to join the conversation! Subscribe to the podcast by looking for the "Football Outsiders Podcast Network" on your favorite podcast app. Football Outsiders is streaming LIVE every Thursday at 1 p.m. EDT. If you miss the live stream, you can watch or listen to every show on YouTube or listen to the podcast version. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast by looking for the "Football Outsiders Podcast Network" on your favorite podcast app.

Take a trip back with us to 2015 as we talk about Will Smith in the sports drama Concussion. Writen and Directed by Peter Landesman and Jeanne Marie Laskas (writer of the book Concussion). This movie shines light on the groundbreaking research and work of Dr. Bennet Omalu, which has altered the way a lot of parents, kids, and athletes look at contact sport/extreme sports. Will this very smart and informative movie be a Blockbuster fave or a movie theatre regret? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/loyaloats/message

What childhood cartoon do you wish you could be in? Miami mishandles the Tua situation and puts concussion protocols into question. Is the NFC East the best division in football? Green Bay needs OT to escape Bailey Zappe and more!

Like any other night for football fans, Thursday Night Football is a time to sit back, root for your teams, and enjoy the game. A fast-moving, action-packed, adrenaline-filled sport that is fascinating to watch. We watch the game in awe, we connect, and it reminds us of our communities and love of the sport at every stage of our childhood. We know with this violent game comes injuries, we expect them, we hope not to see them, but they are inevitable. Blown ACLs, shoulders, ankles, and sometimes frightening compound fractures. These injuries are obvious and then there are those that are by far the scariest of injuries...Head injuries. Concussions. The dirty little word that football leagues don't want us to talk about. An injury that for years the NFL had lied about. The repercussions of this type of injury, until Dr. Bennet Omalu exposed the NFL and the catastrophic results of these injuries. We know the risk, the players know the risk and so does the NFL. In this show, Dr. Grant Garcia discusses the injury that quarterback Tua Tangoviola suffered, and the concerns with concussions. Especially, Second Impact Syndrome. He discusses Fencing, Gross Motor Instability, and the doctors' responsibilities to his patient. What can or should be done moving forward to fix these protocols that seem to have loopholes in them? How does the responsibility of a doctor to his patient affect the decision-making when it comes to million-dollar athletes and their billion-dollar owners? If anything, we hope that this show reminds parents and coaches of the big picture especially when it comes to the health of your kids, and players. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nyseasportstalk/support

Elon Musk's legal team was all set to grill Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal Monday -- but it never happened, and now EM's team is considering filing action to hold Agrawal in contempt. Khloe Kardashian is not romantically involved with Italian heartthrob Michele Morrone ... despite her fans' reaction to a photo of them together at Milan Fashion Week. Some of Donald Trump's cronies were dead set on contesting the 2020 election results long before the polls closed -- so much so, Roger Stone boldly advocated for violence on camera. NASA just successfully tested a new way to defend Earth from potentially dangerous asteroids ... by crashing a spacecraft into a floating space rock. Tua Tagovailoa was foolish for returning to the Bills game on Sunday after slamming his head on the turf ... so says famed neuropathologist Bennet Omalu -- who tells TMZ Sports the Dolphins quarterback put his life at risk by making the comeback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Omalu was the first to identify, describe, and name Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy as a disease entity. Dr. Omalu has testified twice before the United States Congress and has provided hundreds of testimonies as an expert witness in federal courts across the country. Dr. Omalu is a member of the College of American Pathologists, American Society of Clinical Pathology, American College of Physician Executives, American College of Epidemiologists, American Association of Neuropathologists, American Academy of Forensic Sciences, National Association of Medical Examiners, International Academy of Pathology, and the American Medical Association.Dr. Omalu has eight degrees in the medical sciences and business management, including his MB/BS/MD from the University of Nigeria, his MPH from the University of Pittsburgh, and his MBA from Carnegie Mellon University.His work and life have been featured extensively, including a major Hollywood film by Sony Motion Pictures, “Concussion”, and several New York Times best-selling books including “The League of Denial” and “Concussion”.

How is CTE different from a concussion?  Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O'Reilly discuss concussions and chronic traumatic encephalopathy, with former NFL lineman, Leonard Marshall, and neuroscientist, Heather Berlin, PhD.NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can watch or listen to this entire episode commercial-free.Thanks to our Patrons Walter Johnson, Ali AlWaheedy, Armen Gevorgyan, Jenny K Leasure, WIGwigWIG, Denny, MaKayla A Holloway, Anna Dupre-Whiting, Allain Brideau, and David for supporting us this week.Photo Credit: Garpenholm, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

In the movie Concussion we can watch the story of Dr. Bennet Omalu, the physician who discovered that many football players in the USA were receiving a form of brain damage known as chronic traumatic encephalopathy. The repeated blows to the head and resulting concussions over many years lead to many problems with mental health in the players. Many people attempt to prevent Dr. Omalu's efforts, asking him to have some respect for the players' bodies and families. However, Omalu had a higher ideal of respect - that pursuing the truth and perhaps preventing further injury was valuable. We can see, in a Hollywood version of events, how the good doctor showed reverence for his patients, praying and asking for their help before he performed an autopsy. Dr. Omalu's commitment to truth and completion presented him with many difficulties. Finally, his work was recognized as true. How can the virtues of one person, fully embodied, make a difference in the world? (Read the transcript and find important links on the site: A Beautiful Thought – Concussion - The Movie: Episode 456) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/beautiful-thought/message

Joel and Andy are joined by Devin McKay to discuss Will Smith's failed 2015 Oscar bait film Concussion, which finds Smith's Dr. Bennet Omalu struggling to get the NFL to tell the truth.

For today's movie review:Will Smith once again tackles a real-life portrayal, this time as Dr. Bennet Omalu! Adam and Andy watch as he takes on the NFL to prove the lingering effects of contact sports, in Concussion!Check out Concussion (2015)Show Notes:Viewer's Question:What are our thoughts on movie accents?Comment/email your answers.Chapters:(~0:00:08) Introduction(~0:00:34) Featured Review(~0:15:03) Viewer's Question(~0:23:59) ClosingLike, comment, or subscribe if you'd want to see more episodes.Feel free to send us a question we can answer on the air to ReelShame@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @ReelShame.

This guest audio is from the Emotional Self Reliance Podcast. Sarah P. Hancock and her friend, Greg Threadgold have both had electroconvulsive therapy with remarkably different outcomes. In this episode, the two compare their different results with ECT and discuss the need for better regulation of this procedure to ensure good outcomes for all patients.See original interview. SHOW NOTES I sat down with Greg Threadgold, an ECT patient who feels ECT saved his life. We had a sincere discussion about the differences in treatment practices and the need to prevent injury among ECT patients. Greg Threadgold discusses his ECT Success and shares how he felt about my failed treatment. Repetitive head injury has delayed effects as does low-voltage diffuse electrical injury. ECT must be considered through the lens of both repetitive head trauma and an electrical injury (900 milliamps/450 volts/504mC). To standardize, regulate, audit ECT and provide rehabilitation to patients if/when injured, please sign and share the international patient safety petition www.change.org/patientsafetyECT Your signature could save a life. Sadly, Greg's experienced his first episode of symptoms associated with delayed electrical injury eight years after having 13 treatments. His experience speaks to the reality that even "successful ECT outcomes" carry the risk of developing low-voltage diffuse electrical injury symptoms years after treatment. Paroxysmal neurological disorders from electrical injuries acquired channelopathies can be difficult to recognize and diagnose. We desperately need researchers who study acquired brain injuries and/or repetitive head injuries to do a retrospective study on people with a history of shock treatment to identify needs associated with the delayed effects of repeatedly exposing the brain to 900 milliamps/450 volts of electricity. Dr. Bennet Omalu, the neuropathologist who first identified and published on Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy among American Football Players, stated in California's Department of Rehabilitation TBI Advisory Board Meeting that electroconvulsive therapy must be considered through the lens of a repetitive electrical injury to the head. The neuropathology of ECT is clear. It's both a repetitive head injury and an electrical injury--and must be considered as such when considering the functional acquired brain injury to develop appropriate interventional rehabilitative care. (Omalu, B. (2019, August). TBI Advisory Board Meeting of California's Department of Rehabilitation, Sacramento, CA). Please continue to share the #AuditECT petition https://www.change.org/p/standardize-... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lifeafterect/message

Dr. Omalu received his MB, BS [M.D.] degree from the University of Nigeria in 1991. He received his MPH [Masters in Public Health] degree in Epidemiology from University of Pittsburgh in 2004. He also received his MBA [Masters in Business Administration] degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 2008. Dr. Omalu holds four board certifications in Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology, Forensic Pathology and Neuropathology. Dr. Omalu is also board certified in Medical Management and is a Certified Physician Executive [CPE]. Dr. Bennet Omalu, identified a disease he called Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy [CTE] in the brains of deceased athletes and military veterans; and received the “Distinguished Service Award” in 2016, which is the highest award of the American Medical Association. In December 2015, Sony Pictures produced and released a major Hollywood film titled “Concussion” on Bennet's life and work. Will Smith played Dr. Omalu in the film. Bennet's memoir “Truth Doesn't Have a Side” was published in 2017 by Zondervan, HarperCollins. Dr. Bennet Omalu is currently the President and Medical Director of Bennet Omalu Pathology. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mastermine-mrg/message

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In hour 1 we have Bret Baier, who looked at Eisenhower's farewell, and Bill Browder share show he became Putin's #1 enemy, and in hour 2 Dr. Bennet Omalu shares how he leaned on his faith while taking on the NFL about CTE injuries.

In hour 1 we have Bret Baier, who looked at Eisenhower's farewell, and Bill Browder share show he became Putin's #1 enemy, and in hour 2 Dr. Bennet Omalu shares how he leaned on his faith while taking on the NFL about CTE injuries.

Pittsburgh Steelers center "Iron Mike" Webster was considered by many as the greatest of all time, winning four Super Bowls and playing in nine Pro Bowls in his career. But after he retired, he lapsed into depression, amnesia and dementia before passing away in 2002 at the age of 50. When a brilliant pathologist (who knew nothing about football) named Dr. Bennet Omalu did Webster

In this episode of Brain Injury Chronicles, Dr. D. tells the story of Mike "Ironman" Webster, a former Center for the Pittsburg Steelers and the Kansas City Chiefs and NFL Hall of Famer. She and Dr. S. discuss the cognitive-communicative symptoms presented by Webster following repeated concussions and how brain injury affected his life and relationships. They also discuss Dr. Bennet Omalu's identification of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in Webster's brain. Follow us on social media: Dr. D. IG: @overallneuro_dr.d FB: @overallneuro Dr. S. IG: @the_juvenileforensic_slp FB: @juvenile forensic slp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode Aidan and James explore the world of neuroscience by taking a look at CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy) and concussions. Concussions arise in a number of sports, with athletes who partake in contact sports being the worse affected. We explain what a concussion is and how they can lead to the onset of the neurodegenerative disease CTE.  We play close attention to the recent rule changes in the sport of Rugby with examples from the 2021 6 Nations Competition and relate these observations to American Football and the action taken by the NFL.   This episode also explores the importance of medical imaging in these pathologies as prevention and early intervention really are the best treatment options.   We see the return of the Giant of the Week section, with Dr Bennet Omalu - be sure to find his story on our social media pages (below) and drop us a follow while you're there!  Instagram: @radionuclear.pod Twitter: @rad_pod Facebook: RadioNuclear Podcast E-mail: radionuclear.pod@gmail.com  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=druJDI6hiiY&t=26s&ab_channel=TED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpv7BFsvTdY&ab_channel=CurePSP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCOrjuxboQA&t=5s&ab_channel=BostonUniversitySchoolofMedicine

You might be aware by now about the fact that I love football and that I do enjoy watching and knowing more about the game!  Football is fun to watch. For players, it is a contact sport and can be a dangerous one at that. Injuries sustained by athletes playing the game are too serious not to go unnoticed particularly head injuries.  Join me in this episode as I go into detail about the traumatic brain injuries, concussions, its diagnosis, as well as my thoughts on the film Concussion, which is based on the incredible true story of Dr. Bennet Omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of CTE. Episode Highlights: What is concussion? How serious is concussion especially among football players The discovery of CTE Symptoms of CTE NFL’s stance on concussion Thoughts and impressions of the movie, Concussion (2015) Return to Play Rules and Laws Continued research on concussions, and CTE Resources Mentioned: For the Love of The Game with Samantha Danielle Concussion (2015) --- Did you enjoy today’s episode? Please subscribe and leave a review. If you have questions, comments, or possible show topics, email runningischeaperthantherapyolb@gmail.com. To subscribe and review use one links of links  below  Apple Spotify Google    Get a copy of the book Running Is Cheaper Than Therapy: A Journey Back to Wholeness

Gareth Rhys Owen speaks to former Dragons wing Adam Hughes about suing rugby's governing bodies for negligence and Dr Bennet Omalu, the forensic pathologist who discovered the brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and rocked American football with his research into the brain injuries sustained by players in the National Football League (NFL).

O patologista forense, Dr. Bennet Omalu, tenta conscientizar a opinião pública sobre a encefalopatia traumática crônica, uma doença que causa trauma cerebral em jogadores de futebol americano, resultado de concussões repetidas na cabeça. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/geek-chanel/message

In our newest podcast, we are joined with Pathologists Dr. Bennet Omalu and Dr. Deepak Mohan. We will go through an in depth, scientific analysis of the George Floyd autopsy findings and what the current autopsy guidelines are under CMS and how COVID-19 has changed the world of pathology. This podcast will be moderated by Fred Newmark and Andy Mohan.

In our newest podcast, we are joined with Pathologists Dr. Bennet Omalu and Dr. Deepak Mohan. We will go through an in depth, scientific analysis of the George Floyd autopsy findings and what the current autopsy guidelines are under CMS and how COVID-19 has changed the world of pathology. This podcast will be moderated by Fred Newmark and Andy Mohan.

VH podcast crew is joined by an old friend , Dr Stanley Ogu. We chop it up about the recent controversy involving Dr. Bennet Omalu, the subject of the 2013 movie Concussion (starring Will Smith). Plus some gems on Colin Kaepernick and the NFL plus NBA banter.

A special episode of Meandering with Morgan and Sacha this Valentine's Day. Not only do we have Miguel on the show but we've also invited a fourth voice for this episode and a mutual friend of the table; Garich aka the artist formerly known as Chris. We kick things off with gathering our guest's opinion on the Coronavirus and the drastic jump in case counts we saw this week (05:10). We establish what it will take for some people to care about the sweeping epidemic and move on to the XFL Rebrand/Relaunch that saw Americans glued to their TVs two weeks removed from the Superbowl (20:30) and Morgan introduces his theory on Dr. Bennet Omalu and the recent CTE debate. We continue trekking towards resolutions by presenting several societal issues we have from complacency to law formation, taxes & the wealth gap in the United States (58:45) and elude to some recent movements and ideas that have helped in getting us there (85:00).

1.29.20 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Prince George's County cop who killed cuffed man charged with murder; Dr. Bennet Omalu responds to claims he didn't discover CTE; Trump admin makes loan discrimination easier; Another man has died in a Mississippi prison; Virginia is officially the 38th state to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment; Grammy's snub Black media on the red carpet; We remember the life of Hall of Fame football player, Chris Doleman #RolandMartinUnfiltered partner: Are you looking to enhance your leadership or that of your team in 2020? Join Dr. Jacquie Hood Martin as she engages others to think like a leader. Register and start the online course today! www.live2lead.com/Leesburg #RolandMartinUnfiltered partner: This is a CALL TO ACTION! On Monday February 3rd and Tuesday February 4th join the CBC for the 2020 National Black Leadership Summit. This call to action was established to mobilize African American participation in the 2020 census, as well as advocate for voting rights and the CBC's legislative agenda. For more info visit http://ow.ly/PpnW50y3EHh

Welcome back to Season 2 of the No "Meh" Movies Podcast. It's almost time for Super Bowl Sunday, and we've got a big football themed episode ready to go, this week we review 2015's Concussion (59% RT, 7.1 IMDb). Join hosts Davey Berris and Darren Cross as we discuss Concussion, learn a lot about the real Dr. Bennet Omalu, and decide once and for all if it's a good movie or a bad movie, because on this show there are No "Meh" Movies. Follow us on Twitter @NoMehMovies. (For a movie to qualify as "Meh" it must be between 40-60% on Rotten Tomatoes or 4-6 on IMDb.)

Actor Emilia Clarke shares her story of surviving two deadly brain aneurysms with Dr. Bennet Omalu, the first physician to publish findings of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in NFL players. They discuss brain health and advocacy for those who have suffered a brain injury.  This special ten-part series based on conversations at Dreamforce 2019 is presented by WordPress VIP. With unparalleled power and flexibility, WordPress VIP is the leading provider of enterprise WordPress and powers digital customer experiences for companies like Facebook, Spotify, Capgemini, and more. In these ten episodes, you will hear from their CEO Nick Gernert on how he and his company view the future of work, digital transformation, and more. To find out more, visit wpvip.com.

Forensic pathologist, Dr. Bennet Omalu, the man behind the movie "Concussion" discusses his experience as an International Medical Graduate (IMG). He is joined by returning guest, Dr. William Pinsky, President, and CEO of the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG®) who will discuss the growing physician shortage and the importance of IMGs to meeting U.S. and global health care needs.

Also watched -  Undone S1, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, The Last Black Man in San Francisco, Concussion, Can You Ever Forgive Me? Undone Season 1 (2019)A woman discovers she has a new relationship with time after surviving a car accident that almost killed her. Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007)With their warning about Lord Voldemort's return scoffed at, Harry and Dumbledore are targeted by the Wizard authorities as an authoritarian bureaucrat slowly seizes power at Hogwarts. The Last Black Man in San Francisco (2018)A young man searches for home in the changing city that seems to have left him behind. Concussion (2015)In Pittsburgh, accomplished pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu uncovers the truth about brain damage in football players who suffer repeated concussions in the course of normal play.Can You Ever Forgive Me? (2018)A successful biographer in the '70s and '80s, when Lee Israel's career tanks she begins forging letters from famous writers.

Last week, Andrew Luck shocked the NFL world by announcing his retirement. In his retirement speech, he stated "I've been in this cycle of injury, pain, rehab, injury, pain, rehab, and it's been unceasing, unrelenting... The only way I see out of it is to no longer play football." This is probably one of the most high profile retirements in the history of the NFL and adds to the growing list of players retiring in or before their "primes". The NFL has dealt with a lot of fall out over chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) since Dr. Bennet Omalu published a case report of the disease in an NFL player (Mike Webster) in 2005. Since then, there have been numerous players that have reconsidered football as a long term career. Listen in as Dr. Raman Gurai and Dr. Brian Joves discuss this and what may be coming down the road for the NFL. This is a discussion between two long time sport fans, who happen to be physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians. The doctors do not know the details of the NFL policies or standards, specific players' injuries and are simply talking it through from an informed fan's perspective. Follow our practice on Facebook at Spine & Nerve Diagnostic Center. Please leave us a comment or review- these help us to improve and provide value to more people. This podcast is for information and educational purposes only, it is not meant to be medical advice. If anything discussed may pertain to you, please seek council with your healthcare provider. The views expressed are those of the individuals expressing them, they may not represent the views of Spine & Nerve.

Researchers have been making strides in the field of neuropathology traumatic brain injury. Neuropathologist Bennett Omalu sits down with Burns Hargis to discuss his research on brain damage in American football players, the anatomy of the brain and he discovered chronic traumatic encephalopathy.  Omalu and his research are featured in the movie "Concussion" with Will Smith...

Researchers have been making strides in the field of neuropathology traumatic brain injury. Neuropathologist Bennett Omalu sits down with Burns Hargis to discuss his research on brain damage in American football players, the anatomy of the brain and he discovered chronic traumatic encephalopathy.  Omalu and his research are featured in the movie "Concussion" with Will Smith...

NFL Neurosurgeon, Ironman Triathlete It is not everyday that I get to speak to a renowned neurosurgeon for the WWE & NFL...... Yes! The National Football League. In addition, long time team neurosurgeon for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Joseph C. Maroon, M.D., FACS, is Professor and Vice chairman of the Department of Neurological Surgery and Heindl Scholar in Neuroscience at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and is the current medical director of WWE. He is particularly known for his work studying concussions and concussion prevention as well as his hypothesis (after the discovery of the CTE by Dr Bennet Omalu) on the development of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), He is a world-renowned neurosurgeon, health and nutrition expert and Ironman triathlete. He obtained his medical and neurosurgical training at Indiana University, Georgetown University, Oxford University in England and the University of Vermont. He is regarded as a premiere specialist in the surgical treatment of injuries and diseases of the brain and spine, particularly with microscopic and minimally invasive procedures. He had done extensive research into brain tumors, concussions and diseases of the spine that have led to many innovative techniques for diagnosing and treating these disorders. Consistently listed in America’s Best Doctors, he has an international referral base Team neurosurgeon for the Pittsburgh Steelers since 1981, Dr. Maroon has successfully performed surgery on numerous professional football players and other elite athletes with potentially career-ending neck and spine injuries, safely returning them all to their high level of athletic performance. He serves on the National Football League’s Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Committee. Along with Mark Lovell, Ph.D., in the early 1990’s, Dr. Maroon co-developed ImPACT™ (Immediate Post-Concussion Assessment and Cognitive Testing), the first, most-widely used and most scientifically validated computerized concussion evaluation system. ImPACT is a 20-minute test that has become a world-wide standard tool used in comprehensive clinical management of sports-related concussions for athletes of all ages. Over 3 million athletes have been base-lined with ImPACT™. Dr. Maroon is frequently quoted as an expert source by national media, recently including the New York Times, USA Today, Associated Press, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, and ABC News Nightline. © 2019 BuildingAbundantSuccess!! Join Me on ~ iHeart Radio @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBAS Join Me @Facebook.com/BuildingAbundantSuccess

Dr. Bennet Omalu, Clinical Professor and Associate Physician of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at UC Davis Health and President and Medical Director of Bennet Omalu Pathology, gives the keynote address at the UC Davis Graduate Studies commencement ceremony, June 13th, 2019 at the ARC Pavilion.

In late 2016, the Supreme Court rejected challenges to the settlement of a landmark lawsuit against the National Football League. That cleared the last hurdle to a billion-dollar agreement — former players could finally be compensated for brain ailments they suffered playing professional football. While the lawsuit and settlement rocked the sports world, the way it all started was almost unbelievable. It involved an unlikely friendship between two men from vastly different backgrounds. One was Dr. Bennet Omalu, a Nigerian-born forensic pathologist who had discovered CTE in the brain of former Pittsburgh Steelers lineman Mike Webster. The other was Jason Luckasevic, a lawyer who grew up worshiping his heroes in black and gold. During a meeting in 2006, Omalu told Luckasevic that the NFL was unhappy with his work. They were coming after him, trying to discredit him and ruin his career. “And I said ‘well do something about it, look into it, figure it out, fight back,’” Luckasevic says. “And he said ‘well you’re a good lawyer you figure it out.’” And so, in an effort to defend his friend and help players who had been used and discarded by the NFL, Luckasevic went to work. This is his story. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/razedsports/message

The 2015 film Concussion, which was nominated for an MTV Movie Award in the true story category, stars Will Smith as Dr. Bennet Omalu, a forensic pathologist who becomes embroiled in a battle with the NFL after his research indicates that a football career can lead to lasting brain damage .The real Dr. Omalu, a physician originally from Nigeria, began his research somewhat accidentally, when he was assigned to perform an autopsy on former NFL star Mike Webster, according to a 2009 GQ profile of Omalu that reportedly inspired the 2015 film. Webster had been a famous football player who, by the time his life ended at age 50, was "pissing in his own oven and squirting Super Glue on his rotting teeth," according to GQ. When Omalu examined Webster's brain, things appeared normal on the surface, but he had a suspicion that there was unseen damage. After getting permission to examine Webster's brain in depth, Dr.Omalu discovered something unnerving — a build-up of proteins, splattered around the brain and gunking up the works, seemed like they might have been the cause of Webster's erratic and dysfunctional behavior. And Omalu believed it was caused by a lifetime of repeated head injuries. He named the disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE. The film also stars Alec Baldwin as Dr. Julian Bailes, the chairman of neurosurgery at West Virginia University Hospitals who teamed up with Omalu to support his CTE research. The real Bailes and Omalu fought to share their findings, despite the fact that the NFL not only refused to cooperate with their research but actively tried to isolate Omalu: When the NFL held a summit to discuss concussions in 2007, 300 doctors, scientists and trainers, both from within the NFL and outside of the organization, were invited to participate, reports GQ, but Omalu wasn't. Despite the attempts by the NFL to dismiss Omalu, he was able to publish and advocate for his research, eventually forcing the league to begin to acknowledge the dangers of CTE and the risks that players face. But even though the movie has been made, Omalu's real-life work isn't over. "Anybody still denying the disease is out of his mind," Omalu told GQ in 2009. "The issue now is treatment. That is my next step, now that I understand the pathology." Guest: Professor Dr. Bennet Omalu, world's most famous pathologist Host: Michal Hulik, CMO Radiolutions

You may have heard of "David vs. Goliath" but have you heard of Bennet vs. The NFL? The movie Concussion, with Will Smith, is based on the coroner for Mike Webster, center for The Pittsburgh Steelers. During Mike Webster's autopsy, Bennet Omalu, MD, MBA, MPH, CPE, DABP-AP,CP,FP,NP discovered why many NFL players were becoming violent and committing suicide. Dr Omalu will share how he discovered the potential cause... Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy! And what Parents Should Know Before Letting Their Children Play sports!

Dr. Bennet Omalu, the first physician to observe chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), discusses how faith has influenced his understanding of the ethical implications of traumatic brain.

The final sports film of this week's Film Club is the documentary/drama "Concussion" from 2015.Will Smith stars as pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu, who while conducting an autopsy on former NFL football player Mike Webster (David Morse),  discovers neurological deterioration similar to Alzheimer's disease. Omalu names the disorder chronic traumatic encephalopathy and publishes his findings in a medical journal. As other athletes face the same diagnosis, the crusading doctor embarks on a mission to raise public awareness about the dangers of football-related head trauma.

From the original blog, found here: https://dumbbellsanddragons.com/877/ Like many of us, I spent the last two weekends watching football. It was exciting, surprising, and, above all, entertaining. I followed the games along with my fantasy stats, cheered when my players scored, cursed when my opponents did. Then the injuries happened. Tony Romo out with a fractured clavicle, Alshon Jeffrey with a hurt hammy. And Luke Kuechly with a concussion. These days, it seems at least one player all 32 teams is going through the “concussion protocol,” a series of tests to protect players’ health. There are many sides to this debate, whether the onus is on the players or league to protect the players’ health. In a time where former NFL player Chris Borland retired after a single year citing the health risks as his reason. He had a bright future and could have made a lot of money as an NFL player. He chose his health. In a recent study, 76 of 79 deceased players’ brains were shown to have some sort of degenerative disease[1]. It’s really hard not to understand why Chris made the decision he did. A new development in treating brain injuries is on the horizon. Kannalife, a bio-pharmaceutical and phyto-medical company, has been studying Cannabinoids (CBD) for use in treatment[2]. We were lucky enough to sit down with former NFL defensive end and Super Bowl XXXIII champion, Marvin Washington to talk about CBD, Kannalife, NFL player safety, and a controversial new movie, Concussion, starring Will Smith as Dr. Bennet Omalu[3]. Highlights of the conversation will be discussed. To expand on the conversation with Marvin, CTE stands for chronic traumatic encephalopathy. If you are interested in learning more about the specifics of this, check out the CTE Wikipedia, here . In brief, its slang is NFL Concussion Syndrome, and in one study, 96% of former NFL players have it[4]. That’s a very scary number, especially when you see how popular the sport is. It’s essentially saying, if you play football at a professional level, you will get this disease and it will affect your life when you retire. How many of us have had to deal with a parent or grandparent with a cognitive disability? It’s painful. And there is no reason for it. Marvin mentioned that the numbers of young children and high school students playing football is down, but millions and millions of people are still playing this sport[5]. Whether or not to play the game is a conversation that needs to happen within families. As Marvin said, families and players are more educated about the risks. Marvin and I love football. And we want to see it grow, but safely, without a 96% likelihood of getting CTE. Hopefully, these issues will be brought to light this December when Concussion starring Will Smith is released on Christmas Day. Concussion is the story of Dr. Bennet Omalu, the forensic pathologist that discovered CTE. From the trailer (see below), it has Will Smith’s Oscar nom written all over it. This movie has the NFL running scared. They already are planning a rebuttal to the film[6]. This isn’t the first time the NFL has been involved in some concussion related scandal. Late in 2013, there were rumors the NFL pressured ESPN to distance itself from a PBS Frontline documentary, League of Denial: The NFL’s Concussion Crisis[7]. Regardless of whether or not the NFL pressured anyone, and regardless on the success of Will Smith’s movie. Concussions and CTE are problems. They warrant solutions, wherever they may be found. I met Marvin through contacts at the Cannabis World Congress and Business Expo in Los Angeles. Marvin spoke about the work of Kannalife, a company doing R&D on the medical benefits of CBD, of which he serves on the advisory board. Kannalife holds the exclusive license for the commercialization of CBD as an antioxidant and neuroprotectant. There is limited research showing the benefits of CBD to reduce short term brain damage[8]. For more on Kannalife, check them out here. CBD is a non-psychoactive aspect of marijuana. Meaning, it doesn’t get you high[9]. This gives CBD many positive medical aspects. Mostly because this limits the side effects. It isn’t used for recreational purposes like THC (the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana.). Even in states where medical and recreational marijuana use is legal, it doesn’t change the fact that marijuana is a banned substance in every sport! A UFC fighter just got suspended for five years because of it[10]! We are on the verge of some very exciting discoveries. In time, not only will CTE be a thing of the past, but very possibly dementia, Alzheimer’s, and ALS. What are your thoughts? How will the sports world deal with the new evidence that marijuana can be medically beneficial? Comment below! Stay strong, stay safe. #WorkOutNerdOut Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/dumbbells--dragons/99664abf-e07c-44a9-9a6b-52323b482b42 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Drs Ron and Dan are honored to have the world famous Dr Omalu (the concussion doctor) as a guest. He was portrayed by Will Smith in the movie "Concussion" He is joing us from California to give us the latest advances in CTE and concussions. His recent book "Truth Doesn't Have a Side" is a must read for all parents, grandparents and care givers.  Dr Dan and I interviewed Dr Bennet and are honored to present him today in his first appearance on our podcast.   You can call in to listen at 347-989-8899 Thank you

The Context of White Supremacy hosts the weekly Compensatory Call-In. We encourage non-white listeners to dial in with their codified concepts, new terms, observations, research findings, workplace problems or triumphs, and/or suggestions on how best to Replace White Supremacy With Justice ASAP. We'll use these sessions to hone our use of words as tools to reveal truth, neutralize White people. We'll examine news reports from the past seven days and - hopefully - promote a constructive dialog. #ANTIBLACKNESS The week, Time Magazine awarded "Person of the Year" to the ever-growing cartel of #MeToo silence breakers during the 2017 calendar year, Congressman John Conyers and Senator Al Franken resigned from office after each was accused of sexual misconduct. Speaking of dishonor, former South Carolina enforcement officer and convicted killer Michael Slager was sentenced to twenty years in prison for the 2015 shooting of Walter Scott. Forensic pathologist Bennet Omalu, famously portrayed by Will Smith in the 2015 film Concussion, accused a White California sheriff, Steve Moore, of mutilating corpses and fabricating autopsy reports in cases where officers were suspected of homicide. Allegedly rogue sheriffs are a low priority in California, as historic wildfires lay waste to Southern portions of the state, destroying expensive acres of White-owned land. #AnswersForMiriamCarey INVEST in The COWS - http://paypal.me/GusTRenegade CALL IN NUMBER: 641.715.3640 CODE 564943#

Why would you care about Dr. Bennet Omalu? Well, he's the guy who put CTEs on the map... and he just resigned from his position...

The Heart of Sports with Jason Springer & Jeffrey Cohen: Man who Discovered CTE Bennet Omalu - Full by The Heart of Sports w Jason Springer & Jeff Cohen

Bennet Omalu Bennet Ifeakandu Omalu is a Nigerian American physician, forensic pathologist, and neuropathologist who was the first to discover and publish findings of chronic traumatic encephalopathy in American football players while working at the Allegheny County Coroner's Office in Pittsburgh. Bennet Omalu discovered Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy in former football players, sparking years of denial from the NFL and the creation of a movie about his life's work. For Omalu, the release of Concussion served as the ultimate vindication for years of hard work, and provided a spotlight for other endeavors. Along with his position as chief medical examiner for San Joaquin County, he serves as president of Bennet Omalu Pathology, as well as associate clinical professor of pathology at UC Davis Medical Center. Omalu has a new book, “Truth Doesn’t Have a Side.” The book further details the link between football, CTE and other diseases caused by brain trauma.

This week the guys talk to international movie star, Will Smith…what?...oh,…okay, so apparently they are not talking with Will Smith, but they ARE speaking with the actual doctor that he played in the movie, Concussion.  He discusses his new book, TRUTH, Doesn’t Have a Side.  If you have a child playing a contact sport, you must check it out!

In this episode we explore emerging radiology technologies and the new field of Preventative Radiology The info in this show will help you understand your risk for Alzheimer's and cognitive impairment and possibly even concussion related brain changes - and what to ask your doctor to get it ordered correctly.   Our guest, Cyrus Raji MD PhD, is a clinical fellow at the University of California - San Francisco. He completed his combined MD and PhD at the NIH-funded Medical Scientist Training Program at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 2010.  He has worked with leaders in the field including Dr Bennet Omalu (the pathologist played by Will Smith from the movie, Concussion).  His current research involves Diffusion Magnetic Resonance Imaging based Edge Density Connectome Mapping for Prediction of Alzheimer's Disease. He is an advisor to the NeuroReader.   Neuroradiology is the branch of radiology focusing on the brain and spinal cord.  Ironically, very few radiologists actually have deep expertise in neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's.   An MRI of the Brain- looks at brain structures and is readily available to most anyone through a local doctor. Typically they are simply interpreted by an individual radiologist which may or may not be useful in assessing your risk of Alzheimer's.   A better assessment may be the individual radiologist joining forces with computer programs that perform volumetric analyses of specific brain regions (explained in min 26:38).  These volumetric analyses programs assist the radiologist by comparing domains of your brain to a database of normal brains and may give you a more detailed analysis and detect areas of early concern before it is obvious to the naked eye (even a trained one sometimes!).  It can also identify other patterns of brain shrinkage - like vascular disease (e.g. strokes, mini-strokes, and suboptimal blood pressure issues), alcoholism, and psychiatric disorders.   The Different Types of Imaging Used for Alzheimer's 1) MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging). Looks at the structure of the brain alone. Does not look at function. A brain MRI contains no radiation if it is done without IV contrast. 2) fMRI (functional MRI) measures oxygen reflecting blood flow in the brain. Can identify problematic areas before structural changes are evident.  It is overall a more sensitive tool than regular MRI, but for the most part is only available in research setting. 3) "Nuclear imaging" - looks at metabolism in the brain using radioactive tracers that have patterns consistent with Alzheimer's and other dementias.  2 examples of nuclear imaging  a) PET-fdg assesses glucose utilization, high cost if not covered by insurance and not as available as MRI  b) SPECT scans - not widely available and cost is somewhat prohibitive at this time.   What insights imaging can give you about Alzheimer's Brains Classic brain atrophy (shrinkage) in Alzheimer's happens in the hippocampal regions in the medial temporal lobes near the middle of the brain.  The hippocampi are important in the making (encoding) of new memories.  The hippocampi start to shrink up to 3 years before actual symptoms of Alzheimer's begins. And in that area one can get a loss of volume in the temporal lobe. Posterior cingulate gyrus and precuneus in the brain's parietal lobes can develop problematic changes as well. These areas are important in tracking information and cognitive integration. What do my MRI volumetric numbers mean? To be considered abnormal and potentially consistent with Alzheimer's diagnosis - the "magic number" for hippocampal volumes on MRI of the brain (using the Neuroreader or Neuroquant tool) is a number below the 25 percentile  (this information is included in the report provided by Neuroreader or Neuroquant).  Ventricular volumes, if higher than 75th percentile, may be too big and suggestive of Alzheimer's or another disorder as well. An Introduction to the field of "Preventative Neuroradiology" (discussed at minute 23:30). Knowing your risk for Alzheimer's with imaging.  It's not the whole story but its good data. If your MRI  is read as "normal" but is noted to have some "periventricular white matter" or white matter changes suggesting "chronic ischemia" and low blood flow - this may not be exactly normal. Remember T2 FLAIR (one way the radiologist views the MRI images where fluids lights up brighter) is the easiest place to see these changes on your MRI.  These changes may represent issues like hypertension, diabetes, or artery disease.  When there is white matter problems then gray matter disease (or problems with brain cells like neurons) is probably not far behind. Lifestyle changes seem to be able to impact the hippocampus in a positive direction. Brain changes classic for CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy) that happen as a consequence of concussion/traumatic brain injury may be found within the brain stem. Ventral diencephalon and frontal lobe may be affected as well.     How to Get a Volumetric MRI of your Brain To get a Volumetric Brain MRI study done so that it can be computer-read by Neuroreader (by the Brainreader company) or NeuroQuant (by Cortechs labs).  Make sure to have it done in a "volumetric acquisition" (ie really "thin slices").  Ask the imaging center's MRI technologist: if the MRI Volumetric scan is done in the "sagittal" orientation with General Electric machine- "acquisition in SBGR" or if the machine is a Siemens machine-acquisition ask for it to be done in "MP-RAGE" or whatever settings the institution uses for volumetric acquisitions.

GSRR-New York Broadcast - (SPECIAL GUEST - DR. BENNET OMALU, MD).

Dr. Bennet Omalu is a neuropathologist credited with discovering and naming Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) in football players. CTE is a progressive, degenerative disease of the brain found in people who've suffered repetitive brain trauma. The movie "Concussion" starring Will Smith was inspired by Dr. Omalu's story. Dr. Omalu's discovery has had far-reaching implications for the NFL and for anyone who plays or who is the parent of someone who plays contact sports. In his new book "Truth Doesn't Have A Side: My Alarming Discovery about the Danger of Contact Sports," Dr. Omalu argues that no one under the age of 18 should play not just football but any of several contact sports. During this podcast Dr. Omalu recounts his discovery of CTE and his struggle to get the NFL to accept his research, he talks about how his faith helps to inform his work and guide his life, and about why he believes every parent should prohibit their children from playing tackle football.

Join host Amy Zellmer as she chats with Dr. Bennet Omalu about his new memoir, CTE, concussions, and the NFL. Dr. Bennet Omalu is a Nigerian-American physician, forensic pathologist and neuropathologist who was the first to publish findings of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in American Football players. He is the chief medical examiner of San Joaquin County, California, and a clinical professor at University of California, Davis. Will Smith plays him in the major motion picture, Concussion. Dr. Bennet Omalu wants to save lives. Specifically, he wants to protect your brain and your kid’s brain, which has a huge impact on mental and physical health. In Truth Doesn’t Have a Side: My Alarming Discovery About the Danger of Contact Sports, readers will learn about the discovery of (CTE) and new medical information about the true cost of playing contact sports including football, soccer and more. Purchase Dr. Omalu's book on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2w4z0Ds This episode is sponsored by: Minnesota Functional Neurology 

Our special guest is Dr. Bennet Omalu a Nigerian-American neuropathologist who discovered and named chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in American football players, other athletes and military veterans. He is the author of the book, TRUTH Doesn't Have a Side: My Alarming Discovery about the Danger of Contact Sports. Dr. Omalu is the chief medical examiner of San Joaquin County, California, and a clinical professor at the University of California, Davis. His story is told in the major motion picture Concussion, starring Will Smith. Bennet and his wife have two children and reside in Sacramento, California. One day in 2002 the fifty-year old body of former Pittsburgh Steeler and hall of famer Mike Webster was laid on a cold table in front of pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu. Webster’s body looked to Omalu like the body of a much older man, and the circumstances of his behavior prior to his death were clouded in mystery. But when Omalu cut into Webster’s brain, it appeared to be normal. Something didn’t add up. It was at this moment, Omalu studying slides of Webster’s brain tissue under a microscope, that the world of contact sports would never be the same: the discovery of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy. CTE can result in an array of devastating consequences including deterioration in attention, memory loss, social instability, depression, and even suicide. And Omalu’s discovery of CTE in the brain of an American football player has become the catalyst of a blazing controversy across all contact sports. At the center of that controversy stands the unlikely Dr. Bennet Omalu, a Nigerian-born American citizen, a mild-mannered, gentle man of faith. It is fascinating that it would take someone on the outside of American culture to make this amazing discovery, and refuse to let it be kept hidden. Dr. Omalu began his life in strife, growing up in war-torn Nigeria. But his medical studies in forensic pathology proved to be a lifeline. It fed his natural curiosity and awakened within a deeper desire to always search for the truth. Who would have thought that such an unexpected character would play such a role in bringing to life this world-changing data? In Truth Doesn’t Have a Side, discover the truth about CTE: Its causes and symptoms, how we might keep our children safe and guide professional athletes when CTE sets in. The problem of CTE is coming to light with each new story about an athlete’s concussion problem, and we are likely facing dramatic changes to professional sports. You’ll be inspired by Dr. Bennet Omalu a man driven by his love and concern for the welfare of all people, and his professional vow to speak the truth.

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On this edition of No Holds Barred, host Eddie Goldman once again spoke with Dr. Bennet Omalu. He was in New York Monday, August 7, to give a presentation at the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism in New York, and hosted by the New York Press Club, about his new book, Truth Doesn't Have a Side. Dr. Omalu is the pioneering forensic pathologist who was the first to prove a connection between the head trauma and brain injuries which inherently result from playing American football, and the disease CTE, chronic traumatic encephalopathy. We spoke with him right after this presentation, and mainly about why he included wrestling in his list of high-contact sports which children under the age of 18 should avoid, which are football, boxing, MMA, ice hockey, and rugby. A study published September 2015 in the American Journal of Sports Medicine found that college wrestling has the highest rate of concussions of any college sport, including football. But as to rules changes in wrestling to make it safer, Dr. Omalu said, "I tend to defer to the sports experts, because I'm not an expert in many of these sports." Dr. Omalu, however, sees wrestling's problems as being far deeper than just the levels of head trauma and brain injuries. "The problem with wrestling is," he said, "there's no professional wrestling outside WWE. "So if you, say, allow wrestling in children, that means you're encouraging children eventually to go into MMA or WWE. Does that make sense? So that is why I lump all of them together, because I see it as a spectrum." In addition to his comments on the combat and contact sports, we add commentaries on some of the issues related to CTE, concussions, and combat sports. Those include the prevalence of concussions in judo, breaking the links between real wrestling and grappling and both WWE and MMA, the need for combat sports training for self-defense, and much, much more. The PodOmatic Podcast Player app is available for free, both for Android at Google Play, and for iOS on the App Store. The No Holds Barred theme song is called "The Heist", which is also available on iTunes by composer Ian Snow. No Holds Barred is sponsored by: The Catch Wrestling Alliance, resurrecting and promoting the sport of authentic catch-as-catch-can wrestling. The Catch Wrestling Alliance provides tournaments, seminars, and training as well as education about catch wrestling. Join the movement and keep real wrestling alive. For more information, go to CatchWrestlingAlliance.com. Skullz Double-End Bags, the perfect bag for your combat sports training. Skullz Double-End Bags provide a realistic striking target, and help improve timing, distance, and hand and eye coordination. Hang it and hit it right out of the box! No pump required. For more information, go to SkullzDeBags.com. USA Combat Wrestling, the official U.S. governing body for combat wrestling and U.S. delegate of the International Combat Wrestling Federation (FICW), which was founded by the legendary wrestler Noriaki Kiguchi of Japan. For more information, go to CombatWrestling.us. Thanks, Eddie Goldman EddieGoldman.com

"The Pride of Camden" undefeated boxer Vidal Rivera joined the Heart of Sports in Studio and then hear part 1 of the interview Dr. Bennet Omalu, the doctor who discovered CTE and was the basis for the character played by WIll Smith in the movie Concussion.

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On this edition of No Holds Barred, host Eddie Goldman presents the complete audio from the August 7 presentation by Dr. Bennet Omalu at the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism in New York, and hosted by the New York Press Club, as well as the informative and lively question-and-answer session which followed the presentation. Dr. Omalu is the pioneering forensic pathologist who was the first to prove a connection between the head trauma and brain injuries which inherently result from playing American football, and the disease CTE, chronic traumatic encephalopathy. He was in New York conducting interviews as part of a tour to promote his new book, Truth Doesn't Have a Side. In the discussion, Dr. Omalu passionately voiced his opposition to children under the age of 18 playing American football or engaging in other contact sports. "Do you love your child less than you love football? Which do you love more, football, or the life of your child? This is a question society should answer," he said. As to the continuing popularity of NFL football, he said, "It's all about money. We are placing money above the value of the life of our children. But I believe strongly, in the fullness of time, it will change, because the truth will prevail. Does that make sense?" And he specified, "I have always said, and it has been my position forever, that no child under the age of 18, in America today, should play the high-impact, high-contact collision sports. The Big Six are American football, ice hockey, mixed martial arts, wrestling, boxing, rugby." A one-on-one interview with Dr. Omalu will be posted on a subsequent edition of No Holds Barred. The PodOmatic Podcast Player app is available for free, both for Android at Google Play, and for iOS on the App Store. The No Holds Barred theme song is called "The Heist", which is also available on iTunes by composer Ian Snow. No Holds Barred is sponsored by: The Catch Wrestling Alliance, resurrecting and promoting the sport of authentic catch-as-catch-can wrestling. The Catch Wrestling Alliance provides tournaments, seminars, and training as well as education about catch wrestling. Join the movement and keep real wrestling alive. For more information, go to CatchWrestlingAlliance.com. Skullz Double-End Bags, the perfect bag for your combat sports training. Skullz Double-End Bags provide a realistic striking target, and help improve timing, distance, and hand and eye coordination. Hang it and hit it right out of the box! No pump required. For more information, go to SkullzDeBags.com. USA Combat Wrestling, the official U.S. governing body for combat wrestling and U.S. delegate of the International Combat Wrestling Federation (FICW), which was founded by the legendary wrestler Noriaki Kiguchi of Japan. For more information, go to CombatWrestling.us. Thanks, Eddie Goldman EddieGoldman.com

Guests include Dr. Bennet Omalu.

Today’s guest on the OPP is Dr. Cyrus Raji, a neuroradiologist at UCSF conducting structural and functional neuro imaging (brain scans) to investigate neuropsychiatric disorders, cognitive decline and head trauma.    He was recently awarded the 2017 Alzheimer’s Grant by the ASNR and his colleague during his training at the University of Pittsburg was Bennet Omalu - the man portrayed by Will Smith in the movie Concussion.   On the OPP today, we talk about the 7 modifiable lifestyle choices that could reduce Alzheimer’s diagnoses by 1 million worldwide.    We discuss the amyloid plaques seen on brain scans for Alzheimer’s, why waiting for these to show up is too late and why amyloid removing drugs don’t work (Hint: neural cells are already dead) and how we might correct this with Growth Factors and lifestyle choices - like exercise - that stimulate the release of BDNF, aka Miracle-Gro for the brain.   We also discuss the differences between depression and cognitive decline, what each looks like on the MRI, the difference between structural and functional brain scans, and the procedures that led to Bennet Omalu’s CTE discovery, and of course, the current news on NFL players and CTE.     Dr. Cyrus Raji is truly a leader in the field of brain imaging to investigate depression, cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s and CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy) - He has published over 30 peer-reviewed papers on these topics in such journals such as Neurology, Human Brain Mapping, the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, and the American Journal of Neuroradiology.   I had a blast chatting with Dr. Raji and I’m sure you’ll love this episode.

Before the guys go on a short hiatus they sit down to chop it up about Kyrie trying to ditch Lebronland, HBO and a bunch of TV shows, CTE in the NFL and the new book by Dr Bennet Omalu as well as the return of Ask a naija boy! Subscribe on Itunes and Google play and take a minute to leave a kind review on Itunes...5 stars!!!!! Thanks for listening!

Dr. Bennet Omalu, the man who o was the first to discover CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy) joined DiTullio & Moran and laid out some sobering details about brain injuries and the dangers most people don't realize.(You may recognize the name as he was portrayed by Will Smith in the movie Concussion)

In this episode, Zibby talks about the healthcare from all over the world and the massive influence that Nigerian doctors have worldwide. From being doctors to American Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton to Bennet Omalu who discovered CTE and had a major hollwood movie after him. The quiz show is on here and outstanding Nigerian students are noted.

In this episode, Zibby talks about the healthcare from all over the world and the massive influence that Nigerian doctors have worldwide. From being doctors to American Presidential candidate Hillary Clinton to Bennet Omalu who discovered CTE and had a major hollwood movie after him. The quiz show is on here and outstanding Nigerian students are noted.

Bennet Omalu, gives the keynote address at the UC Davis School of Medicine commencement ceremony, May 28, 2016.

ESPN Outside the Lines Reporter and Co-author of League of Denial Mark Fainaru-Wada joins us today to discuss concussions and his experiences in investigative journalism. The book League of Denial is the one that really woke me up to the severity of concussions and what was happening with them.  Growing up, I knew guys who had concussions and knew that it was an issue, but didn't realize the extent of it until this book.  Dr. Bennet Omalu, Dr. Ann McKee, and Chris Nowinski became like celebrities to me. With Mark, we talk about why he does what he does, and the similarities between the BALCO scandal he reported on with steroids, and the current concussions crisis.  He also talked about what can be done about this. I highly encourage you to check out his book at leagueofdenial.com. 

On this edition of No Holds Barred, host Eddie Goldman once again spoke with Dr. Margaret Goodman, a neurologist, the former chair of the Medical Advisory Board of the Nevada State Athletic Commission, and the president and board chairman of VADA, the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association. This is another in a series of discussions celebrating the tenth anniversary of this No Holds Barred podcast, which began in March 2006. These interviews will focus both on the legacy and issues raised over the years on this show, as well as contemporary issues and the future of the combat sports and martial arts. We spoke with Dr. Margaret Goodman by phone Monday. There is hardly a day without a report, discussion, or analysis of doping in sports. Even a decade ago, this was not the case, particularly in the combat and contact sports. Yet today, issues like doping, as well as athlete safety, brain trauma, and CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy), regularly appear in the headlines and are the main topics in the news and on discussion shows. It has taken time for public awareness of these issues and the crises for sport they entail to grow to a critical mass, but that is where we are today. "I think that public awareness, and the public, the fans that watch these sports, asking questions, demanding answers to those questions, keeping on top of the sports, and even with the athletic commissions and the media asking questions, I think changes do come," said Dr. Goodman. "The public is more and more aware of this," she said, and urged, "I think that it's really important for the average boxing fan and MMA fan to ask questions, to find out as much information as they can." More and more transparency on these issues and more and more people asking questions, she said, "this is what really will evoke changes." We discussed many specific issues, including that of the many suspensions of athletes for using the banned substance meldonium; why many of these suspensions have now been lifted; drug-testing in MMA including the UFC-USADA program; the World Boxing Council (WBC) working directly with VADA on testing fighters and the WBC Clean Boxing Program; the growing list of top-rated boxers who are part of VADA's anti-doping program; the lack of uniformity in drug and medical testing of fighters, both around the U.S. and the world; Bellator MMA's booking of Kimbo Slice for a fight in the U.K. right after he tested positive for using a steroid from his February fight and was suspended for three months and had his fighter's license revoked by the Texas commission; the dangers of brain injuries in. and the relative safety of, boxing and MMA; whether or not bare knuckle boxing can be safer than boxing with gloves; the ethics of watching and covering such dangerous sports as boxing and MMA; the need for a national commission for boxing and MMA, for MMA to be included in the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act, and for international regulation of these sports; the importance of the recent film "Concussion" about Dr. Bennet Omalu; how repeated sub-concussive blows to the head must be examined and not just full concussions; an upcoming WBC webinar; and much, much more. The PodOmatic Podcast Player app is available for free, both for Android at Google Play, and for iOS on the App Store. The No Holds Barred theme song is called "The Heist", which is also available on iTunes by composer Ian Snow. No Holds Barred is free to listen to and is sponsored by: The Frank Gotch World Catch Wrestling Tournament. On Sunday, July 3, 2016, catch wrestlers from all around the world will compete in Humboldt, Iowa, the hometown of the legendary world champion wrestler Frank Gotch. Organized by the Catch Wrestling Alliance and co-sponsored by IAWrestle, the Frank Gotch Statue Committee, and the Frank Gotch Kids Wrestling Club, the event will take place at Humboldt High School. For more information, go to CatchWrestlingAlliance.com. The North American Catch Wrestling Association, a grassroots organization designed to help rebuild the sport of catch-as-catch-can-wrestling. For more information, go to their Facebook page at facebook.com/NorthAmericanCatchWrestlingAssociation. BJJ Eastern Europe, for the latest Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu news, articles, interviews, competition calendar, European belt rankings, academy directory, and more. For more information, go to BJJEE.com. The National Registry for Wrestling, whose mission is to increase wrestling's fanbase, to build a registry of all wrestling fans, to serve as a connecting point for all wrestling fans, and to provide TV and Internet listings for wrestling. For more information, go to NR4W.com. Thanks, Eddie Goldman EddieGoldman.com

Concussion - Will Smith stars in Concussion, a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of American immigrant Dr. Bennet Omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of CTE, a foo

Concussion - Will Smith stars in Concussion, a dramatic thriller based on the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of American immigrant Dr. Bennet Omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of CTE, a foo

LA Times columnist Patt Morrison speaks with Dr. Bennet Omalu, the forensic pathologist from Nigeria known for discovering a disease called Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), and subject of the book and recent film adaptation, Concussion, starring Will Smith. (music by audionautix.com)

The Pope loves sports! Well, most of them... News News News: Doc Rivers Forgives Blake Griffin, Dr. Bennet Omalu Says O.J. Simpson Has CTE. Sketches: The Pope and His Translator Dan on His Multifaith Sports Conference. Wide World of Weird Sports: San Francisco Crazy Crab.

It would appear American Football has a problem...and it's playing out in the public domain. Medical research is starting to suggest that concussions suffered as a result of playing the game can have severe, even lethal consequences. Players are speaking out too...like ex-NFL Receiver Randle El, who publicly stated that if he could go back in time, he wouldn't choose to play that game on account of his health issues which he connects to his football career. What are we to make of all this? To help shed light on the past, present, and future of this issue, I'm joined by my brother - an anesthesiologist and big NFL (Bucs) fan. Take a listen to his $0.02 on the matter with a special focus on the recent hit film 'Concussion' and its protagonist, Dr. Bennet Omalu and his discovery of chronic traumatic encephalopathy in former NFL players. Oh, and find out who he predicts will win the Super Bowl this year!Recorded on January 17th, 2016. Music: Intro: Hazardous - Light Dr. Jan Padzik on Twitter: @JPadzik

The game of football is not just a contact sport but a “collision sport”. Those who play the game are often regarded as modern day gladiators. Football is a game of strength. Man verses man…until the end. It's the most popular sport in this country. Fame and glory is often associated with football. But football also has a darker side. Because the sport is so violent, its participants feel the after effects of playing the game long after they are done playing. Football is violent…but is it deadly? The recent movie, Concussion, exposes the downfall from playing the game. In the movie, Will Smith plays Dr Bennet Omalu, a Nigerian forensic pathologist who fought against efforts by the National Football League to suppress his research on the brain damage suffered by professional football players. The movie is deep, entertaining…yet disturbing. On this podcast, I briefly discuss the movie along with my story of playing football from the age of 8 through college. Can football cause long term cognitive damage? Are today's current players susceptible to dementia, Alzheimer's, and the brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). Listen, share, and let me know your thoughts Follow the 12kyle Podcast iTunes (search 12kyle Podcast) Stitcher (search 12kyle Podcast) SoundCloud (www.soundcloud.com/twelve-kyle) Facebook (www.facebook.com/twelvekyle) Twitter (@12kylepodcast) Twitter (@12kyle) Blog (http://the12planet.blogspot.com) Coming soon to Google Play

In this episode Troy discusses Rapper and actor Will Smith, who plays Christian Dr. Bennet Omalu in the film "Concussion “This inspiring story is about Omalu, the Nigerian-born forensic pathologist who made headline news after discovering how concussions affact the brain. Because of his role , Will discuss his beliefs about God and his grandmother s faith. Our his beliefs leading his family to hell ? YOU BE THE JUDGE.

In this episode Troy discusses Rapper and actor Will Smith, who plays Christian Dr. Bennet Omalu in the film "Concussion “This inspiring story is about Omalu, the Nigerian-born forensic pathologist who made headline news after discovering how concussions affact the brain. Because of his role , Will discuss his beliefs about God and his grandmother s faith. Our his beliefs leading his family to hell ? YOU BE THE JUDGE. to hell?

On this edition of No Holds Barred, host Eddie Goldman discusses the new film "Concussion", a dramatization of the battles of Dr. Bennet Omalu to bring to public attention the connections between head trauma, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and NFL football. In this film, Dr. Omalu is very ably played by Will Smith. This stunning film, which is a must-see, premieres in the U.S. December 25. Everybody in America, and everwhere else when it comes out, should see this film. Dr. Omalu also recently wrote an opinion piece entitled "Don’t Let Kids Play Football". Also discussed are the establishment of the Bennet Omalu Foundation, which aims to fund research, raise awareness, provide care, and find cures for people suffering from CTE and traumatic brain injury; how this will all affect the future of the contact and combat sports; and much more. The PodOmatic Podcast Player for iOS is available for free on the App Store. The No Holds Barred theme song is called "The Heist", which is also available on iTunes by composer Ian Snow. No Holds Barred is free to listen to and is sponsored by: Gracie Tournaments, featuring regional, national, and world competitions in submission-only Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. For more information, go to GracieWorlds.com. The National Registry for Wrestling, whose mission is to increase wrestling's fanbase, to build a registry of all wrestling fans, to serve as a connecting point for all wrestling fans, and to provide TV and Internet listings for wrestling. For more information, go to NR4W.com. Defense Soap, an effective, deep penetrating body soap with natural antifungal, antiviral, and antibacterial soap ingredients. Defense Soap is the best cleansing body soap for men and women athletes who are involved in contact sports such as MMA, wrestling, grappling, jiu-jitsu, and judo, to help their antifungal, anti-ringworm, anti-jock itch strategy. Check out their web site, at DefenseSoap.com. Thanks, Eddie Goldman EddieGoldman.com

“This is the conversation America keeps not having…” Today, we have that conversation on head injuries in football with Jeanne Marie Laskas, whose reporting on Dr. Bennet Omalu serves as the basis for the upcoming Will Smith film ‘Concussion.’ Laskas has strong words for the NFL and calls for all fans to re-examine their complicity in this $10 billion-a-year industry. Laskas is the author of the book ‘Concussion’ published by Random House. Then, Dave celebrates Serena Williams’ SI Sportsperson of the Year award by reading a column of praise from TheNation.com, and finally, the ‘Just Stand Up’ award goes to the Golden State Warriors and #DubNation who exemplify the American ideal of marrying teamwork and individuality…with a place for Steph Curry. Dave’s column) http://www.thenation.com/article/serena-williams-is-todays-muhammad-ali/ Jeanne Marie Laskas website: http://jeannemarielaskas.comJeanne Marie Laskas on twitter: http://twitter.com/jmlaskasNew Edge of Sports website: http://edgeofsportspodcast.comDave on twitter: http://twitter.com/edgeofsportsEmail: edgeofsports@slate.com Music:“Progress” by David Serena http://soundcloud.com/daveserena“we are bounded” by tgthr. http://soundcloud.com/officialtgthr

1 - Forensic pathologist Dr Bennet Omalu talks about the NFL, concussion, and the movie "Concussion" starring the great Will Smith. 2 - More on concussions and the NFL. 3 - The News with Marshall Phillips. 4 - Mister Thrump makes me hate everyone; Final Thoughts.

9 AM - 1 - Forensic pathologist Dr Bennet Omalu talks about the NFL, concussion, and the movie "Concussion" starring the great Will Smith. 2 - More on concussions and the NFL. 3 - The News with Marshall Phillips. 4 - Mister Thrump makes me hate everyone; Final Thoughts.

Ryan Brant is a self-determined business executive and the founder, President and CEO for Positive-Strides. His foundation advocates, educates and supports injured athletes and helps with the mental and physical recovery and life after athletics. Learn more about his foundation visit his website at www.positive-strides.org. More on Concussions at the Brain Injury Research Institute. Watch as CNN's Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains the physiology of concussions and the long-term effects. Watch the trailer for Sony's new movie release "Concussion" starring Will Smith as Dr. Bennet Omalu, the forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a football-related brain trauma, in a pro player. In theatres on December 25th.   Get the Off the Grid Into the Heart CD by Sister Jenna.  Like America Meditating on FB & follow us on Twitter. Visit www.meditationmuseum.org. Download our free Pause for Peace App for Apple or Android 

NFL Hall of Famer Harry Carson joins former NBC anchor Stone Phillips and pathologist Bennet Omalu for a discussion of chronic traumatic encephalopathy among football players. Recorded May 12th at the Ensemblestudiotheatre.org, site of the new play Headstrong about the brain injury issue