Podcasts about concussions

In this episode of Heal Here, Kate shares how she used Reiki to support her daughter's recovery from a concussion. If you're navigating your own healing journey—or supporting someone you love—this episode offers insights, inspiration, and energetic medicine. From overlooked symptoms to a powerful energetic release, this story is a reminder that we are our own best healers. In this episode: Spiritual Karaoke A Guided Breath Reset: Come back into your body with a simple breath practice Mindful eating and nervous system healing Concussion Symptoms  Researching Reiki for Concussions: What I found + the method that stood out First Holy Fire Healing Experience: How we gave the symptoms shape, texture, and space to heal Second Session: Lightning bolts, intuitive downloads, and a powerful energetic release When Symptoms Disappear: No fourth session needed—what shifted Reflections on Empowered Healing Want to Learn Reiki? Upcoming trainings + containers to explore   The Cosmic Cocoon - 8 week Inner Child Healing container - $188 USD     Holy Fire III Reiki Level I & II Hybrid Training April 26th & 27th   NEW - Holy Fire III Karuna Reiki Training May 4th & 18th Early Bird Pricing - $75 off with code "KARUNA" at checkout   The Bridge 5D Ascension Akashic Records Training (self-study) is now available!!!!     Meet your Shadow to Embody Your Light healing event $33 USD     Free Akashic Reiki Session (remote) for anyone directly affected by the LA Fires   Co-creating Your Highest 2025 Timeline (free healing event replay) Purchase The Lightworker Activation Healing Event for $33 USD Free Empowered by the River of Peace Experience Replay Purchase The Cosmic Womb Healing Ceremony $33 USD Karuna Master, ICRT Animal Reiki Level I & II Training dates releasing soon - be sure you sign up for my newsletter to stay in the know:)  Sign up for my newsletter to stay informed on all classes, trainings, and healing experiences FREE "Meet Your Inner Child" Reiki Meditation 10% OFF All Workout Witch Programs for somatic healing with code ORACLELIGHTWORKER at checkout Get a free sample pack of LMNT with your order Connect with me:  me 1:1 for a personal healing session & guidance (Akashic Reiki Sessions) Book Here   Instagram: @oraclelightworker Email: oraclelightworkerhealing@gmail.com Website: www.oraclelightworker.podia.com  

Dr. Rachman Chung, board-certified chiropractic neurologist and founder of NeuroAxis Health, joins Jay Gunkelman and Pete Jansons on the NeuroNoodle Neurofeedback Podcast. They dive into the role of functional neurology in brain recovery, how skateboarding impacts concussion risk, the importance of baseline EEGs for young athletes, and how AI and neurofeedback are shaping brain health today. They also explore adrenaline-seeking athletes, chronic pain treatment, and remote neurotherapy.

Natasha Wilch is a registered physical therapist specializing in neurology and concussion recovery. With a Master's in Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia, she founded Symphony Rehabilitation (now Symphony Brain Performance) to address gaps in neurological care. Natasha is a passionate advocate for concussion education, offering mentorship for clinicians through her Concussion Nerds program and supporting individuals on their healing journey. She has received multiple awards, including Canada's Entrepreneur of the Year and the Physiotherapist Leadership Award of BC. In this episode, Natasha shares with us what to do if you have had an acute concussion – what to do in the first 24-48 hours, and what kind of care to seek in that time frame and shortly thereafter.  She explains the 7 concussion phenotypes and discusses how to return to play and work/school. Enjoy this conversation! Contact Info:Natasha's Podcast: The Concussion Nerds PodcastFree Resource for Patients: Concussion Mini SchoolFor Clinicians: Concussion Nerds MentorshipInstagram: @natasha.wilchWebsite: Symphony Brain PerformanceKey Takeaways from This Episode: The Concussion Coach:First 24-48 Hours: Rest (physically & cognitively), monitor for red flags (worsening symptoms, vomiting, loss of consciousness), and avoid overstimulation.When to Seek Emergency Care: Go to the ER for severe symptoms like seizures, slurred speech, or fluid leaking from ears/nose.Early Intervention Matters: Seeing a concussion specialist within the first week improves recovery outcomes.7 Concussion Profiles:Autonomic/PhysiologicVestibularOculomotorCervical (Neck)CognitiveAffective (Mood/Anxiety/Depression/Irritability)Headache/MigraineReturn to Activity: Gradual reintroduction to school/work before sports, with stepwise progression under professional guidance.Hormones & Concussion: Women may experience symptom fluctuations based on menstrual cycle phases, and the severity of their symptoms may be linked to what phase of their cycle they were in when the injury occurred.Concussion Coaching Program: Free ConsultationFinal Thought:"Prioritize the brain—whether it's your child's or your own. Early, proactive care makes all the difference." – Natasha WilchIf you would like to sign up for a free concussion coaching consultation with me to learn how you can understand and manage your symptoms, speed up your recovery, and get your life back following a concussion, go to my website: ⁠www.theconcussioncoach.com⁠, or click on this link: ⁠https://theconcussioncoach.com/contact

Welcome to THE CONCUSSIONOLOGY Podcast where Inch BY Inch Concussion Recovery Is A Cinch! Together with Dr. Mladenoff we will unravel the intricate complexities of concussions and embark on a profound journey of discovery and recovery. This podcast is designed to not only educate but also inspire and uplift, providing a supportive environment where patients can connect, share their stories, and find hope in their healing process. AND now Dr. Mladenoff shares with us today's episode “The Consequences of Concussions?”” . . . . . . . . DrM

Our next poster is titled Characterization of Concussions in the National Basketball Association and the 90-day Period Following Return to Play: Analysis of Musculoskeletal Injury Risk and Player Performance. This study was performed at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona and sought to determine the incidence of musculoskeletal injury in the immediate 90-day period following return to play from concussion.  The secondary outcomes were to evaluate player performance within the 90-day.  As well as time lost after musculoskeletal injury.Concussions have steadily garnered increased attention over recent years. We actually did an episode with Dr. Rachel Frank focused on concussions and sideline evaluation.  This is episode 98 if you want to go check it out.  That episode focused primarily on identifying and appropriately managing concussions.  This study aims to evaluate the impact of a concussion on risk of musculoskeletal injury. Concussions have previously been shown to have persistent neurological effects that may lead to slower reaction times and may compromise postural stability in high-level athletes. Therefore, it stands to reason that a player may be at greater risk for musculoskeletal injury and may exhibit poorer performance upon return from a concussion.The authors identified NBA players who sustained a concussion between 2015-20 22 using a publicly available database.  The database was also queried to identify any musculoskeletal injury in the 90-day period following return to play after the concussion, as well as time lost after the subsequent injury. Performance statistics were obtained from each players preinjury season and post-injury season.  Each concussed player was matched with a non-concussed control player using position, win shares, player efficiency rating and points per game as metrics.So, what did this study find?  A total of 70 concussions were identified during this time period. 70% of concussed players sustained a musculoskeletal injury in the 90-day period following return to play.  Compared with controls, the odds of sustaining a musculoskeletal injury in the concussed cohort were 11.3 times greater.  There was no significant difference between the type and location of injury, with ankle injuries being the most common in both groups.Now let's talk about performance.  Interestingly, there were no significant changes in points per game, minutes played per game or true shooting percentage between the concussed and control groups.  When compared with the controls, no changes in performance statistics were significantly different. Games missed after subsequent musculoskeletal injury were similar between the concussed and control groups.

Are you a clinician who's ever stared at your assessment sheet thinking, “Where do I even start?” You're not alone—and if persistent concussion cases make you second-guess your skills, you're definitely in the right place. Here's the hard truth: just because you've taken a vestibular course or passed your board exams doesn't mean you're fully prepared to treat complex concussion clients. And that's okay. What's not okay? Staying stuck in that discomfort without building a better foundation. In this episode, Dr. Rachel joins me to get real about the confidence gaps clinicians experience when treating persistent concussion. We're sharing our own stories (yep, even after years in the game), the pitfalls to avoid, and the mindset shifts you must make to grow in this space. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why even experienced clinicians still hit those “WTF do I do now?” moments How to stay humble and open when you don't have all the answers The real reason community and mentorship matter in concussion care How to pause, reassess, and create intentional treatment plans for complex clients Confidence isn't something you magically gain after a course—it's something you build through practice, reflection, and collaboration. If you're ready to step into that growth and show up better for your clients, hit play.   Let's connect!   Instagram:  @concussionnerds https://www.instagram.com/concussionnerds/ @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com Learn how to connect & understand your nervous system so you can have greater outcomes in your health & healing journey: Grab a copy of the workbookhttps://www.natashawilch.com/understanding-connecting-your-nervous-system-1   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: Mini School: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussion-mini-school Membership: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussion-mini-school-the-membership Episode Sponsor: JANE APP   To learn more about how Jane's intake forms can help, head to jane.app/guide to book a 1-on-1 demo with a member of their team. If you're ready to get started, you can use the code SYMPHONY1MO at the time of sign-up to get a 1-month grace period applied to your new account.

In this episode of The Volley Pod, hosts Davis and Tod discuss the intricacies of volleyball coaching, focusing on the importance of understanding rotations and the dynamics of player roles. They emphasize the need for coaches to adapt their strategies based on the players' skill levels and the significance of fostering a supportive community among coaches and players. The conversation also touches on the challenges players face when they perceive themselves as the 'big fish in a small pond' and how to navigate these dynamics for personal and team growth.The Art of Coaching Volleyball videos from today's episode:https://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/understanding-rotations/ Mark Barnardhttps://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/rotational-side-out-drill-from-russ-rose/ Russ Rosehttps://www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com/offensive-defensive-strategies-for-ro-1/ Diane Flick Williams and Mark BarnardResourcesJVA Concussion Info (especially for right when the injury happens)https://jvavolleyball.org/signs-symptoms-and-resources-for-concussions-in-volleyball/ CDC Concussion Info (right when the injury happens and going forward)https://www.cdc.gov/heads-up/response/?CDC_AAref_Val=https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/basics/concussion_respondingto.html Check out The Volley Pod on Instagram at⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/aoc.thevolleypod/⁠⁠⁠Find The Art of Coaching Volleyball at:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.theartofcoachingvolleyball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Art of Coaching Volleyball is a comprehensive resource designed to help coaches of all levels to improve their skills, teaching methods, and enhance their knowledge of volleyball. It offers a mix of instructional support, tools, and resources to support coaches in developing athletes and running effective practices.Check out Balltime at:⁠⁠ ⁠www.balltime.com⁠⁠⁠Balltime is an AI-powered volleyball platform designed to provide professional-level game breakdowns, video analysis, and highlight creation for players, coaches, and clubs. Developed by a team of passionate volleyball players and technology enthusiasts, Balltime aims to make advanced video and analytics accessible to everyone.volleyball, coaching, rotations, skill development, player dynamics, volleyball strategies, youth sports, coaching tips, volleyball community, player rolesCommunication is key in coaching and community building.Understanding rotations is crucial for effective gameplay.Different systems exist for rotations in volleyball.Coaches should visualize rotations to enhance teaching.Players need to adapt to various roles for growth.The 'big fish in a small pond' syndrome can hinder development.Every player should experience different roles on the team.Leadership roles are essential for player development.Coaches can help players expand their responsibilities.Practice organization can reduce injury risks.

What up PEEPS! We're back with another edition of the Daddy Issues Podcast. This week it's March Madness, Concussions and thick necks, OJ Simpson, Shaq's heavy critique and is it warranted, and hazing.

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What up PEEPS! We're back with another edition of the Daddy Issues Podcast. This week it's March Madness, Concussions and thick necks, OJ Simpson, Shaq's heavy critique and is it warranted, and hazing.

Shae Datta, MD is a Sports Neurologist with special interest in post-concussion syndrome, vestibulo-ocular dysfunction and the relation of integrative medicine on brain health. Her specific training allows for a variety of treatment modalities in the identification of mild traumatic brain injury and sideline concussion diagnosis. She has written a book chapter on the gut microbiome and its relation to headache syndromes in concussion.  Her primary research interests include identifying predictors of concussion recovery, examining the role of sleep during concussion recovery, and investigating the cognitive implications of concussion.  Dr. Datta serves as Vice Chair of the American Academy of Neurology's Sports Neurology Section to further awareness and develop new education initiatives in the field. Part 1  Today's topic is something none of us got in medical school. What makes her successful in treating her patients is having this approach, sort of a 180-360 approach to nutritional status among the head-neck , vestibular balance, and everything else we do. When a concussion occurs, we often have disruption of the blood-brain barrier. There also is inflammation. Ultimately, there can be cell death. We have an opportunity for nutritional repair in concussions. There is an energy crisis in the brain. We need to increase the brain's need for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant nutrients. We will discuss in this presentation how to get that into a person's brain or diet and look at why diet matters.

John Maytham speaks to Dr Ross Tucker, renowned performance coach and sports scientist, about the news of 27-year-old and Australian former test opener, Will Pucovski’s retirement from cricket, due to concussions. Dr. Tucker unpacks what this means for concussion protocols, long-term brain health, and the difficult decisions athletes must face when it comes to life after sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bears' Jaquan Brisker feels great as he preps for comeback from concussion full 1184 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 20:48:03 +0000 fuPfs75K0ajxYezYeKOGmsmmyJ6UpXnS nfl,chicago bears,sports Score Middays nfl,chicago bears,sports Bears' Jaquan Brisker feels great as he preps for comeback from concussion Marshall Harris brings you fun, smart and compelling Chicago sports talk with great listener interaction. The show features discussion of the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox as well as the biggest sports headlines beyond Chicago. Recurring guests include Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards, Pro Football Talk founder Mike Florio, Cubs outfielder Ian Happ and Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. Catch the show live Monday through Friday (10 a.m.- 2 p.m. CT) on 670 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv

Bears' Jaquan Brisker feels great as he preps for comeback from concussion (Hour 3) full 2561 Mon, 07 Apr 2025 21:06:28 +0000 aTmKDWHCyHtjx3CNWnWpI4oiRRsC9G5c sports Score Middays sports Bears' Jaquan Brisker feels great as he preps for comeback from concussion (Hour 3) Marshall Harris brings you fun, smart and compelling Chicago sports talk with great listener interaction. The show features discussion of the Bears, Blackhawks, Bulls, Cubs and White Sox as well as the biggest sports headlines beyond Chicago. Recurring guests include Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards, Pro Football Talk founder Mike Florio, Cubs outfielder Ian Happ and Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer. Catch the show live Monday through Friday (10 a.m.- 2 p.m. CT) on 670 The Score, the exclusive audio home of the Cubs and the Bulls, or on the Audacy app. © 2025 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2F

The very busy actress, Laila Robins, was recently seen in Ryan Murphy's anthology series, American Horror Stories. She also has a recurring role as Colonel Grace Mallory on the hugely popular Amazon series, The Boys.  Laila starred opposite Amanda Seyfried in the Apple+ limited series, The Crowded Room and opposite Joshua Jackson and Alec Baldwin in the Hulu limited series, Dr. Death.  She also recurred memorably as Katarina Rostova on the hit NBC series The Blacklist, and she had a major arc playing Pamela Milton on the final season of AMC's The Walking Dead.  Among, Laila's many film appearances are: Eye in the Sky, Side Effects, Blumenthal, Concussion, The Good Shepherd, An Innocent Man, Welcome Home Roxy Carmichael, True Crime, and Planes, Trains, and Automobiles.  You may have also seen her in such TV series as: The Handmaid's Tale, Homeland, Deception, 30 Rock, So Help Me Todd, Bull, Person of Interest, Blue Bloods, Damages, In Treatment, The Sopranos, Law and Order, and the series lead in Gabriel's Fire opposite the late, legendary James Earl Jones. Laila's work on Broadway includes Heartbreak House, the Tony-nominated play Frozen, and The Real Thing, as well as Off-Broadway in: the quartet of Richard Nelson's Apple Family plays. She's also appeared around the U.S. in numerous stage performances in shows such as: The Lady from Dubuque, Antony and Cleopatra, A Midsummer's Night's Dream, Sore Throats, Tiny Alice, Mrs. Klein, The Merchant of Venice, and many productions at The Guthrie in her hometown of St. Paul/Minneapolis, including Hedda Gabler and The Lion in Winter.   Over the years, I've enjoyed quite a few of Laila's on-screen performances in shows of which I'm a big fan, including everything she did in The Walking Dead, Homeland, The Blacklist and The Boys. Laila never hits a false note even when the stories in which she's acting brilliantly defy reality.Of note: Laila also happens to be married to a favorite StoryBeat guest, and someone to whom I owe a great debt of gratitude, the phenomenal actor and singer, Robert Cuccioli, who originated the roles of Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde in the musical I created with Frank Wildhorn, Jekyll & Hyde.

From the Anfield Index archives and in light of Alisson Becker's absence due to concussion it seems a good time to repeat Chris Nowinski's podcast alongside Si Brundish and Dave Hendrick. Chris is an American neuroscientist, author and retired professional wrestler. After extensively researching concussions in American football, Nowinski co-founded the Concussion Legacy Foundation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a heart-to-heart on Spotlight today, as Gareth and Ross kick off by discussing a Discourse question about whether running marathons is bad for your heart? Ross describes five cardiac "risks" that have been documented, giving context and a bit of reassurance in response to theory that excessive endurance training is damaging to heart tissue. We then talk about maximum heart rate, and why it's an imperfect anchor for training prescription and a poor comparison between people. We shift from heart to brain to briefly discuss whether coaches should be sanctioned when players tackle poorly in rugby, and end off with a brief look at two teen phenoms competing in Australia last week, wondering whether their trajectories are inviting unreasonable pressure at too young an age.DiscourseAs always, Spotlight is inspired by your engagement in our Discourse community, and you can become a member by visting the Patreon site, and pledging a small monthly amount that gets you access and an opportunity to engage with, and learn from, fellow listeners.Show notesIan's question about heart risk from marathon running, and some excellent Discourse replies - Members onlyThe research paper on troponin elevation after marathons, which kicked off the Discourse discussion at the front of today's showGood insight and discussion on whether too much exercise is bad for you?Here's that article i mentioned where Tim Noakes punched some holes in the theory that marathon runners would be protected against coronary artery diseaseUltimately, sudden cardiac death in marathon runners is rare. Here's a review that explores just how rare, and explains the risksA Discourse thread on max HR and why it's a limited anchor and set ceiling for training prescription and managementHere's a paper that describes that sub-max HR test that can be used to identify training adaptation, overreaching and early signs of illness by looking at HR recovery after exerciseCompound Score revisited and re-explained - following last week's Spotlight, Ross shared more thoughts to explain the Compound Score. Here's that article, available to all, but initially on Discourse Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's video, Matt discusses trying to plan short and long-term projects and completing them before going after the next one.LINK: https://youtu.be/Zmh3AsbU_Ks#concussion #mwcc #complicatedsimple 

Dr. Joyce K. Lee-Iannotti introduces the collaborative section showcase happening in-person at the 77th AAN Annual Meeting on Monday, April 7th, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm PDT in room 24AB. Experts from the sleep, headache, and concussion sections are coming together to host a pro/con debate on pressing issues affecting the field of neurology. Click here to learn more about the AAN Section Showcase: Busting Myths in Sleep, Headache, and Concussion: Pro/Con Debate.

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Are You Rushing Back to Sport Too Soon After a Concussion? Here's What You Need to Know. Getting back in the game after a concussion can feel like a race against time. But are you risking long-term damage by returning too soon? Too many athletes rely solely on their symptoms to determine if they're ready—when in reality, their brain may not have fully healed. Ignoring the proper return-to-play protocols can set you up for chronic issues, prolonged recovery, or even more severe injuries. The good news? There's a better way to navigate recovery safely and confidently. In this episode, we're diving deep into cutting-edge strategies with Dr. Rachel Parker, an expert in brain health and rehabilitation. From concussion recovery to optimizing brain function, Dr. Rachel shares science-backed tips to help you or your clients thrive. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why relying only on symptom resolution is a major mistake. The hidden pressures athletes face—from coaches, teammates, and even parents—that push them back too soon. What an ideal return-to-play process should actually look like. The critical role of early intervention in speeding up recovery and preventing long-term issues. Returning to sport after a concussion isn't just about feeling fine—it's about making sure your brain is truly ready. Tune in to learn how to protect yourself (or your athlete) and make a smart, safe comeback.   Let's connect!   Instagram:  @concussionnerds https://www.instagram.com/concussionnerds/ @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com Learn how to connect & understand your nervous system so you can have greater outcomes in your health & healing journey: Grab a copy of the workbookhttps://www.natashawilch.com/understanding-connecting-your-nervous-system-1   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: Mini School: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussion-mini-school Membership: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussion-mini-school-the-membership Episode Sponsor: JANE APP   To learn more about how Jane's intake forms can help, head to jane.app/guide to book a 1-on-1 demo with a member of their team. If you're ready to get started, you can use the code SYMPHONY1MO at the time of sign-up to get a 1-month grace period applied to your new account.

The first Ishara open  House Challenge .Book 3 in 18 parts, By FinalStand. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels.Odd Happenings{8:58 am, Wednesday, Sept. 3rd ~ 5 Days to go; the Final Salvo ~ at this time}I had deposited my Mother in the place I felt was safest for her   with OT (Oyuun T m rbaatar) at the Kazakhstan's UN mission. Her being my family was what mattered to them most. I picked her up on my way to work, which made my entrance into the lobby all that much more cataclysmic.I was traveling light with only Wiesława Živa providing me with security. Chaz, Pamela and Juanita were catching up with their sleep, with a promise of taking me out for a late lunch. That was really them telling me to not leave JIKIT until they came for me around 2:00 pm.So anyway, me, Mom and Wiesława walked into the ground floor of the Mil Ma Towers to find eleven people waiting on us. We were in downtown Manhattan in a part of town the NYPD paid particular attention to. What could go wrong, right? Two of the people were Amazons from Havenstone. With them were two fine young men from the US 'don't make me kill you' Department. By this time in my life I was sure they had one   which no one talked about.Five of my expectant visitors were of the same mold as those who protected Hana for me. Not the Ghost Tigers   that would have put me at ease. Sure, they were a gang of assassin and in this circumstance; I would have preferred them. As it was, ten sets of highly-trained Illuminati operative eyes kept me, my party and the four guardians of JIKIT in their overlapping fields of vision.The last two, were doing an impromptu family reunion. They were Aunts 'X' and 'Y', and neither of them smelled like fish, or crab."Aunt Deidre," I tossed out there. "What brings you here today?"It looked like clobbering time! No. Wait. Neither Mom, nor my aunts, were saying anything and they were normally so verbose."Sibeal.""Imogen.""Sibeal, you are looking surprisingly well for a dead woman," the other one said."Deidre, you are looking surprisingly alive for someone who deserves to be dead," Mom bantered back."How long have you known about this?" Imogen's eyes flickered my way."Not long, a while, more than a day, ah, take your pick," I mumbled. I decided to turn that frown aka 'my gut wrenching terror that my Mother was about to die' upside down aka ramped up my sexy, 'glad to see you in a totally incestuous way'."So, what brings you here today and why aren't you waiting upstairs with the rest of my band of cutthroats, malcontents and ne'er do-wells? Oh, and I'm happy to see both of you." Karma was about to bitch-slap the shit out of me and it was so well deserved."I'm pregnant," Imogen studied my reaction. Yeah, I had banged her after Deidre, but before Baibre because I am a fucking reprehensible human being and sometimes, I feel I am utterly irredeemable."Great news," I exhaled. I so wanted to ask 'so, who is the father?' except that was too cruel, even for an O'Shea.No one stopped me from stepping up and hugging her. Everyone in the lobby had heard her loud and clear. Anyone who knew me, or even about me, knew she wasn't passing on the information because Imogen liked sharing good news. I kept my hands on her hips while I leaned my torso back until we could make eye contact."Does Granddad know?" It occurred to me in that second that Pamela was going to kick herself for missing this and the opportunity to kick me as well."I told him over the phone. His reaction was neutral," she responded."Whoa, girl? Boy? How are you doing? When are we going to sit down and figure out a name? Is there anything I can do for you?""Come home with me," she suggested."No," Mom snapped. "Next time he steps into your custody, we all know you won't let him get away." She meant the plane trip to Ireland."No, Mom," I countered. "I'm a grown man now and I make my own decisions. That being said   no, I'm not going home with you.""Not only am I still in love with the concept of my personal freedom, I have important work to do. People are counting on me.""We are counting on you too," Deidre stated. "In fact, that is the other reason we came here. We need you.""Why do I feel that has to do with something besides sex?""Can we talk to you in private?" Imogen requested. There were a thousand and one reasons to say 'no'. Things like 'common sense', bad behavior   they had murdered my homicidal uncle   and the fact they were as morally twisted as their creator. Oh   and they were hot and I hadn't been laid in forever."Sure. Let's go upstairs. You can have your people sweep the room to ensure our privacy then the four of us can sit down and have a family chat," I offered."We don't want her in the room," Deidre indicated Mom."We are a package deal," I denied her. "Like her, or not, she is as much family to me as you both are."They consented far too fast. Either I was falling into their masterful trap, or something horrible had happened. Neither options was palatable to me. The bodyguards departed, Wiesława last of all."What's gone wrong?" Mom preempted me. Her sisters glared."Father's body is not his own," Imogen told us. I was trying to figure out the relevance of that when Mom gasped."Oh fuck," she said in a small voice. "No serum?" Oh yeah, the refinement of those addictive pheromones Grandpa Cáel had gifted me with. Whatever flesh-form he currently inhabited wasn't one containing his genetic make-up meaning,"Oh shit," I mumbled. "What can I do?""Yes," Deidre replied to Mom."Let them die," Mom insisted (to me). Less I forget, she was raised by Grandpa Cáel too. Her being a loving mother to me didn't translate over to her being a humanitarian of any kind."The Hell you say," I jumped up and stared down at Mom. "You hate them. I don't. Letting them die makes me worse than him." Grandpa."So you will help us?" Deidre moved to the edge of her seat."Okay. This is the point where I threaten you into making some concessions, we argue then you eventually cave in because no matter how terrible your futures look, you aren't willing to give up on living. None of that is going to happen. What do you need from me?""Come back with us to Ireland so we can finish our experiments," Imogen joined me in standing. Unwilling to give her sister any physical advantage, Mom stood as well."No. That isn't even a believable lie," I scolded her. "You don't need to blackmail me into helping you. I'll do it gladly. That doesn't mean I'll let you trick me into doing something stupid. I do 'stupid' all the time. I'm accustomed to it and I know it when its ugly head rises up before me. Try again.""We could pick a neutral location," Deidre suggested."How about Havenstone?" They didn't look like that plan was even worthy of their consideration. "Imogen, inside you is growing a possible heir to House Ishara. An attack on you would be an attack on Ishara. Barring you betraying the Amazons, you would be perfectly safe.""Wonderful," Mom's sarcasm dripped off every word. "I'm going to be a grandmother to my nephew while my son is bringing a child into the world that can double as his cousin.""That sound pretty horrible, Mom. It is the truth, but it still sounds pretty terrible."While those words tumbled out of my mouth, I did a little soul back-searching. How in the fuck was   outside of the actual fucking   was Imogen pregnant? My existence was a freaking fluke of nature. A few words were bandied about the room while I was lost in deductive reasoning and turning hunches into assumptions and turning those into reasonable mystic hypotheses.I created the Mojo-Little Engine that thought it could. Specifically, the legacy of Vranus. Legions of little Vranusian sperm had been jumping hurdle after hurdle to keep the faith alive   that Vranus would meet his Ancestors with his mission accomplished. I was already half way there.Still, the legacy of Vranus and the hopes of Dot Ishara hadn't stopped in their struggle just because I had been born. They were still trying to restore the mortal descendants of a Dead House. They were also still spiritually pushing me on to fulfill his last command   to save the Arinniti sons.I was halfway there by returning the offspring of Bolu, Vranus' fellow guardian, back to the fold. It remained for me to round up the purpose of the whole mission in the first place. My semen weren't taking a chance that I could get gakked before that was accomplished. Having knocked up an augur despite the toxic soup she called blood should have been a dire warning to me, I'm an idiot.When the curse of Sarrat Irkalli clashed with the actions of Dot Ishara, Ishara had won. Sarrat Irkalli sought to deny Alal any children of his own. Dot was insisting the male line of Vranus Ishara continue on. The end result was Alal received his long-denied grandson, who just happened to also want him dead because of a feud that stretched back over two millennia.As an added insult, his grandson then knocked up one of Alal's genetically manipulated daughters, again giving him something he couldn't accomplish on his own   heirs   grand-sons and  daughters, most who would also want to kill him, being Amazons and members of the 9 Clans after all. Why? Cause Goddesses are bitches, that's why.That got me to wondering when would be the next time I was going to meet Ishara. I hadn't suffered severe head trauma in while and she was overdue for some snuggle time, witty banter and a fortune cookie. I'd try to be careful. It wouldn't do any good, but I had to try."Why are you crying?" Mom touched my arm."No reason," I lied."Why don't we make plans for tonight?" Deidre insinuated herself next to me. "We'd like to meet Hana. From what I understand, Father likes her.""No can-do," I sniffled. "I've got an orgy with 159 women at 8 o'clock, except there won't be any sex, or fun of any kind. Basically, I have to convince a roomful of women to not beat me up and take my stuff.""You don't have to go," Imogen had finished boxing me in   I had a chair behind me and Momma-clones all around."For the same reason I'm going to take care of our child, Imogen, I have to go to this meeting. People are counting on me to do the right thing without telling me what the right thing to do is.""That's unfair," Deidre empathized by stroking my chest."Not so. This is just another day in the life of a new hire at Havenstone Commercial Investments. Every day is like this and in five more days, the real fun beings." That wasn't entirely accurate. I had one good, stress-free week. It was when Carrig put me in a coma. That week I had done pretty well for myself.{9:28 am, Wednesday, Sept. 3rd ~ 5 Days to go}I trundled my latest 'Assistant-in-Charge of keeping the hopes of future Isharans alive' (I didn't want to call Aunt Imogen, or any other woman, my 'Baby-Mamma'), along with Mom and Deidre, for a meet-and-greet with Buffy. I had spelled out in no uncertain terms that Buffy was the power behind the Ishara Throne and thus making 'her' believe they were playing on the up-and-up was their best hope for easing relations between the O'Shea and the Amazon Host.After they left me (with the assurance we'd be getting back together for lunch, with Hana), I made three calls. I needed to make a formal request to Katrina (any Illuminati member(s) entering any Amazon facility was her purview) and another to Elsa (as a sign of respect) that Aunt Imogen and two unarmed bodyguards, max, needed to see our medicos about a delicate issue.The third call was to Buffy to enlighten her as to both the arrival of another one of my aunts (so we needed to get along peacefully with her) and that Aunt Imogen was carrying yet another potential heir to House Ishara. I suggested it would be a symbolic gesture if a member of House Ishara could hang around for the visit, as it might impress upon Imogen our House had a vested interest in keeping her alive."Another one?" Buffy sizzled. "And this one is your aunt?""It is a date then," I stumped her."You are going to take your pregnant aunt out on a date?" Buffy's sizzle meter was rapidly climbing to Krakatoa proportions."Nope. I'm setting up a date for us. You, me and a quiet location at 12:01 am Tuesday morning, my First. Later in the morning, I'll be heading out to wherever they have stored Felix so we can work on some cooperative strategy.""And if I say 'no'?" She was terribly grumpy."Ugh, I guess I'll go bar-crawling with Odette and Timothy, Gay and Lesbian bars only. That way I know I'll behave.""And if they say 'no'?" she was slightly less hostile."I'll know you threatened their lives, and then you and I will finally find out who is better on the mats. Trust me, it will not be an experience you will enjoy.""I don't know. I think I'd like that.""No. You start threatening the other people I love and you will not be happy; I guarantee that, Buffy."She realized I was both serious and angry. She had stepped out of bounds, the 'bounds' I had set up two hours earlier during our elevator ride."Is the meeting still on for the night?" she evaded my disappointment."Yes. Will you be there?""Of course," she grumped."Buffy, don't bother showing up if you can't separate 'us' as friends, 'us' as Wakko Ishara and my First, and you as my apprentice."Making me miserable in the first relationship doesn't help the latter two one bit. I try not to be an irresponsible asshole as House Head. More than anyone else, you know what I will sacrifice to be Ishara and one with my Isharans. I'll also step out and be plain ole 'Cáel Nyilas' when events permit.""But I am sick and tired of people not taking my desire to be foolish and care-free seriously. Being a dogmatic ass-hat isn't in me, but if you can't work with that, from here on out we are Wakko Ishara and Buffy Ishara and nothing more. I will still trust you as an Isharan, but not as a friend. Your choice.""Don't be such an asshole!" she snapped."Screw you!" I fired back. "I made a fucking effort to plan out some personal time with you, disguised as a joke; you knew it and you still decided to be a ball-buster. Like I need another fucking ball-buster right now, with all the other shit on my plate. You know better!" I was screaming. The people in JIKIT were working overtime at not staring at me."I'm under a ton of stress here too," she snarled. "I have to deal with the Council, keep our House growing and fulfill my obligations with Executive Services.""Do you want to quit? No longer by my 'apprentice'? Go back to working for Katrina full time?""Really?" she whispered."Of course the fuck not!" I shouted. "I didn't pick you for the job because of your sterling personality, or your bedroom excellence. I picked you because I had, and still have, utter faith in your ability to do whatever is necessary to overcome the landfill-sized colossal ill-fortune the Ancestors have dumped in our lap.""I'm just asking you to stop being a whiny, over-sensitive cunt and remember: it was the psychotic bitch who I chose for the top spot," I rumbled."I'm going to kick your ass," she seethed."Nice to know. We on for Monday night?"Pause."Yes," and she hung up. Two seconds later my phone rang again. "Buffy?" I answered. "And don't be late!" she menaced, then hung up again."So," Addison turned my way, "are you praying for World Peace to break out, or Nuclear War?""Hardy-har-har," I griped."Now that your personal drama is temporarily derailed, we have something for you to look at," Mehmet motioned for my attention. "Ever heard of Kōfuku no Kagaku?" I shook my head. "It translates over as 'Happy Science' and it is a cult-like organization in Japan.""Cool beans. Why do I have a sinking impression it is not a front for the Ninja?""That is what we want you to find out," Addison took over. "Of critical importance is the news conference their leader, Ryuho Okawa, gave earlier this afternoon/morning (~ 3:17 pm Tokyo time = 2:17 am East Coast time ~), especially a very relevant part of his interesting public announcement."He claims to be the Earthly manifestation of the Supreme Being. That is old news. Today he claimed that Temujin of the Khanate was the reincarnation of the original Genghis Khan and, with him, Ryuho, as the unifier of theological forces and therefore serving as spiritual advisor to Temujin, they would usher in a new period of Peace throughout Asia.""I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop," I exhaled."He also claims that Japan is in the midst of an epic struggle, both spiritually and in the physical sense. The 'ancient guardians' of Japanese purity, the 6 Ninja Families, are at war with the depth of all Evil, the Chinese Seven Pillars of Heaven by name, who are determined to drag all of Asia away from the Light and into the Darkness of pain, degradation and slavery."In fact I quote: 'Alone among the nations of the Earth, only the Japanese cultural identity can stand firm against this global menace. Only the Japanese can keep the torch of true Enlightenment aloft. Only the Japanese can guide the development of the Khanate into the Supreme Empire it is meant to be'.""I'm going to go out on a limb here and say this guy is pseudo-religious, a Japanese ultra-nationalist as well as anti 'all things Sino'," came out of my mouth."Correct.""None of the Secret Societies would do something so public. Temujin's background is a mystery, but no one in the Khanate is calling him a reincarnated spirit, and they know the truth," I continued."This guy is pretty nutty," Mehmet confirmed. "He also claims to channel Buddha, Mohammed, Christ and Confucius. His followers worship him as the Earthly manifestation of the 'Supreme Being' named El Cantare, which is yet another name for any number of ancient supreme deities. And he claims to consult with the 'spirit guardians' of national leaders and aids in their mystic defense, with the aid of the Five Sacred Sisters' Spirits."Clearly this man was insane. Unfortunately, insane didn't make someone wrong,"Ah Hell," I muttered.Mehmet and Addison perked up; after all, figuring out the bizarre was my position on the team."He probably is insane, and I can't blame him," I sighed. "He isn't El Cantare; he is in touch with the Weave.""I have a feeling this is 'not good'," Addison murmured. "How bad is it?""The Five Sacred Spirit Sisters are most likely the five augurs who died in order to save Temujin, which, in turn, allies the 9 Clans with the E&S and Amazons to 'save' Japan, though it is not 'saved' yet.""Technically, the Weave IS the Supreme Being. It's largely indifferent, yet capable of doing both good and ill in response to outside (aka mortal) stimuli. If you can observe the Weave, you might be able to see the most likely path destiny is taking as well as the key players screwing with that destiny."That would include the Gong Tau sorcerers and the ninjas use of their own brand of magic; and God only knows what other mystic tricks the others have been attempting.""How do we get them to stop?" Captain Delilah Faircloth muttered."Not that easy Delilah. Everyone in this room has intersected because of a magic experiment that happened before any of us were born (Mom).""The fight at Summer Camp was flipped on its head because I saw the ghost the 7 Pillars sent to scout the area. My freeing of one of those trapped and tortured souls led to the calamity at the Barbeque Pit. I didn't use magic. I countered it. Still, my actions were interfering with the Weave."All four people the augurs, those Five Sisters, told me about had been dead at some point in time, some for thousands of years. Ajax didn't kill anyone using magic. Neither has Saku, yet both of them are products of disruptions in the Weave. 'Me' being alive and breathing is yet another disruption, since I shouldn't exist because of another mystic curse from five thousand years ago."Being alive and killing people means I've killed people who shouldn't be dead. Do we need to go into all the millions that have died in the Khanate war? Which was a combination of a resurrected Temujin and the 7 Pillars hunger for World Domination, if we do nothing, the rippled of those other disruption will still carry on."Except for me, no one on this taskforce has used an iota of magic, yet we are all dedicated to combatting mystical forces," I related to the group. I wondered where Rikki (Martin) and Beatrice (Ya Konan) had gotten off to. Lady Yum-Yum being absent only made my 'Scooby' senses tingle more."You use magic?" Agent-86 tilted his head in curiosity."I talk to a Goddess on a semi-regular business. I see ghosts. I've been the conveyer of messages from dead people and I've killed an un-killable man. Do we need to go back over my kidnapping by the 7 Pillars? The memories of my undead Grandfather floating around in my head?""I'm not calling thunderbolts out of the sky and shooting fireballs out my ass, but what I am doing is magical, nonetheless.""So, what do we recommend to our allies and benefactors (i.e., our sovereign governments)?" Mehmet inquired."Hmm, we tell our governments this crackpot is a Prophet of Doom who could be turned into an asset," I rubbed my brow with all four fingers and a thumb. Rikki, Beatrice and Lady Worthington-Burke quietly entered the room. They were all highly pleased in a 'I just won the lottery' kind of way. I was curious, but had to carry on with my train of thought."Quietly start seeking out other mystic societies, preferably low-key, quiet types who avoid the limelight, and start looking into other forms of magical insight and, quite frankly, protection. If the Weave has let this happen, we can expect worse. Lastly, I'll ask my 'Brother' to meet with this guy and get a feel for his personality.""That will only increase the believability of his ramblings," Addison protested."The boat called 'Denial' has already sailed. The World is in crisis. People are going to look for non-conventional answers. It is better to get ahead of this and bring Ryuho Okawa on board as a 'consultant'. Don't give him the whole picture by any means. The guy is definitely a loose cannon. Even worse, he is also a loose cannon the Weave has touched.""Besides, the Seven Pillars are going to figure this out pretty quick, their Weave sensitivity, ya know, and either kidnap him to be their own spiritual seismic sensor, or kill him for being both a loose cannon and yet another person screwing with their 'best laid plans'. Keeping him alive has the added benefit of making the Seven Pillars expend resources trying to get at him. Japan needs every bit diversion they can get."Let's not forget to tell our Secret Society allies of our plans, lest they kill him too. His babblings aren't going to make the 9 Clans or the E&S happy with him. They both have an established habit of making perceived enemies dead. Let's keep him alive and utilize this opportunity.""I like this plan," Addison nodded. Mehmet was clearly on board as well. Agent-86 clearly was playing the best on-line mystic MMORPG ever! (And with the added bonus that his team's action had real-world consequences.) The three 'ladies' new to the room received an abbreviated version of our discussion and my 'suggestions'. They weren't really suggestions. Barring a few insanely criminal endeavors, JIKIT treated me like a true asset."Something else big?" Addison looked to her British counterpart (Yum-Yum)."The Japanese Diet has voted for a public referendum on a Constitutional Amendment to repeal/revise Article 96 of the Japanese Constitution.""Oh fuck," was echoed, either verbally or subliminally, by everyone in the room except for me, Delilah and Agent-86.'Cáel' knew Jack and Shit about the Japanese Constitution. Hell, I barely knew about the US one and I was a native. However, Alal did know it, and knew both what Article 96 was and what its amendment really meant. Good-old 96 was the rolling dark cloud across the political Great Plains that heralded a swarm of tornados. Clouds were clouds and their arrival could mean anything.Article 96 dictated how the Japanese Constitution could be amended. The current process was a 2/3rd vote in both the House of Councilors (the 'Upper House', roughly equivalent to our Senate) and the House of Representatives (the 'Lower' House) followed by a public referendum. The proposed amendment to Article 96 would transform the process to a mere majority vote in both Houses.Imagine the shit-storm which would be unleashed if the US Congress tried to pull that shit. The biggest political issue was that the Japanese Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) held 294 of the 475 seats in the lower house (a clear majority) and 115 of the 242 in the Upper House (7 seats short of a majority). If the amendment passed next month (October 14th to be precise), the LDP could pretty much do as they pleased.And what was the first thing they were going to do? They were going to put to rest another part of the Constitution, namely the far more globally important Article 9. And what was that?Real World Stuff: WarningsArticle 9:(1)Aspiring sincerely to an international peace based on justice and order, the Japanese people forever renounce war as a sovereign right of the nation and the threat or use of force as means of settling international disputes.(2)To accomplish the aim of the preceding paragraph, land, sea, and air forces, as well as other war potential, will never be maintained. The right of belligerency of the state will not be recognized.If Article 9 was repealed, the Japanese nation could exercise diplomacy by military means, aka declaring an offensive war against a foreign power. Currently Japan had a modest budget military budget of $48 Billion a year (Earth's 10th largest). It was modest when you considered it was a mere 1% of the Japanese GDP. Great Britain, France and South Korea's smaller economies all functioned nicely with double that percentage for their military budget.Regionally, every other nation was increasing their military expenditures, except Japan's protector, the US and (perhaps) North Korea, who's spending on anything was a closely guarded state secret. Right now, China and the Khanate's military expenditures were running roughly even at $180 billion each, but this was an arm's race the PRC would eventually win, they had too great an advantage in the size of their workforce and a far larger industrial base.The truth was, if the PRC couldn't win this race fast, she was facing a long, grinding war reminiscent of the Communists' Long Rise to Power that wrecked their country a century ago. The monetary dynamic was shifting badly against them because the Khanate wasn't alone.India, Taiwan and Vietnam were also ramping up their war spending to a combined tune of $34 billion and now allied with the Khanate, equating to an additional $90 billion the PRC had to overcome. South Korea was already adding $8 billion to their military and Russia was taxing the fuck out of Manchuria to both pay for their 'Peaceful Intervention' and to increase the 'Readiness' of their other forces.All of this military spending was bad for both the regional and global economies (unless you were Israel who was turning out hardware 24/7/365 for the Khanate and Indian war machines). So at this point, Japan doing 'nothing' was possibly more disastrous than doing 'something' else.They were already spending $50 fucking billion on glorified policemen while the future of East Asia was being decided without them. Doubling the military budget would place a huge burden on the largely pacifistic population. It would also put Japan in the position of deciding the Fate of Nations.With the repeal of Article 9, Japan could utilize 'proactive means' to keep the naval supply routes to China open, not even the Indian's had the naval presence to confront the Japanese. Such a policy was a nice, friendly gesture to the Asian Colossus, who wasn't likely to show a shred of appreciation for their efforts.No, China had spent the last 60 years stoking the hatred of the Land of the Rising Sun among their people. (Many Japanese forgot current Chinese hatred was based on the Japanese butchering their way across China for nearly a decade between 1937 to 1945).(The Cornerstone) There was a truism which had guided American, Chinese, Japanese and Russian political thought for 150 years: 'There could only be one supreme power in East Asia and the Eastern Pacific'. Japan had followed the logical expression of that paradigm by invading Taiwan (1895), Korea (1910), beating up on Imperial Russia (1904), taking Manchuria (1931) and going to war with China (1937) while that country was trapped in a bloody civil war.To stop the Empire of Japan's rise, the US had attempted to cripple the Japanese economy before the Empire could harvest their just-acquired Asian natural resources. In response, Japan had thrown its soldiers and sailors into a futile effort against the British Empire, the United States and China and lost.With Imperial Japan crushed and the Soviet Union preoccupied in Europe, China had risen. The irresistible force of China's rapidly increasing population, natural resources exploitation and extensive land mass took hold. Japan couldn't compete in a 'fair' fight. Since 1945, the Japanese government had lived with the fear of aggression from Russia and/or China aimed their way.The US felt the same way, or they had. The fear produced by the broad acceptance of 'Only-One-Shall-Rule-Asia' had led to the Korean War, the half-century cease-fire along the Demilitarized Zone in Korea and the Vietnamese Civil War. The Communists in China and Russia had feuded until the Soviet Union collapsed under its own economic inadequacies.A reborn Russia, even with the ultra-nationalist Putin at the helm, couldn't stop China's growing domination. Asia was China's for the taking, until the Khanate rose up like some desert mirage in the Western Steppe, one that turned into the Mother of All Storms. So now, miraculously, the dominion of Asia was up for grabs once more.Japan could not overcome China; that was a given. The Dragon had more people, more resources and an almost three-fold larger economy. Given a decade, the PRC would grind the Khanate down. Once more it was the tyranny of numbers. Even India, Taiwan and Vietnam could only slow down the inevitable.India's subpar economic output marginalized the power of their citizenry. Taiwan had the proportional economy, but not nearly enough people. Vietnam had neither and had always had a rough time defending themselves, much less been successful confronting powers beyond her homeland. Putin's Mother Russia had a host of other problems, internal and external, so she had already contributed as much as Putin dared.Until Thursday morning, Tokyo Time, the undeniable Destiny of Asia remained in the hands of those men in Beijing. The dominoes were falling in a way those rulers had not foreseen and now fumed over. But on Wednesday night, there was no industrial power (with the population to back it up) which could threaten the People's Republic of China.Europe and the US wouldn't intervene. Much like the leadership in Japan, the Communist Chinese Politburo believed Putin had wagered as much as dared. No other nation on Earth mattered. Japan? That was laughable. Their Constitution bound the hands off their military behind their backs with a pledge of eternal pacifism.The Chinese weren't blind to the 250,000 men and women of the Japanese Self Defense Force. Without the political will, those troops might have well have been in Brazil. A hostile Brazil was actually a greater worry because Brazil was the powerhouse of South America, a G-8 economy and hungered for a Permanent Seat on the UN Security Council. The PRC was dedicated to denying their desire as it would have diluted the PRC's burgeoning diplomatic power.Japan? Ha.Thursday morning, in what was essentially an undetected (by anyone except the Ninja and JIKIT) coup d' tat, pacifism was sacrificed on the Altar of Nationalism. Article 96's demise was pre-ordained. A poll taken on July 1st, 42% of Japanese felt positively about the repeal of Article 96 while 46% opposed it.The same agency took a new poll on August 28th. The economic-political situation of Japan was going through a titanic tidal shift. If Buddhism moved you toward devout pacifist, the Khanate had liberated Tibet and was clearly withdrawing as the UN troops' boots hit the ground.If you were a Nationalist of any kind, you were seeing a whole lot more people at your rallies, accessing your websites and signing up to join your formerly fringe parties. If you were a Socialist, you were scared. Why? The PRC was in the process of nationalizing all of Japan's (and South Korea's and Taiwan's) business interests in China, for the 'Duration of the Emergency', or so they said.That meant plenty of Japanese workers were losing their jobs and looking to blame someone. You couldn't blame the centrist LDP. The LDP had been working alongside the Japanese Communist Party for months. They had done nothing wrong and had worked tirelessly for a peaceful diplomatic solution. It was their 'comrades' in China, their Marxist confederates, who were costing the hard-working Japanese workers their jobs.If you were in the Establishment, all of the above worried the crap out of you. Japan's economy had been limping along at barely-positive growth for a decade. Your aging population needed more and more from their public services and, worst of all, you had nothing in your political and economic tool box to escape the obvious oncoming national catastrophe.The possibility of a Global Recession loomed on the horizon, if they were lucky. Highly respected economists in Japan and elsewhere were examining all the key indicators over the past three months and were suggesting hording as a viable policy for middle class households to consider. If you were in the Developing World, worse was heading your way.The word being bandied about on those esteemed academic internet websites wasn't 'recession', it was depression. Global prosperity thrived on nations investing in both their own economy and the economies of other nations. The governments representing a third of the World's population were not investing in their economies.Unless you were a war profiteer, you could expect fewer consumer goods on the shelves; and what was there would cost more. Your income wasn't going up; your expenses were. If you were an Atheistic homeowner in the Western World with a secured 3.25% fixed rate home loan, you took up religion. The prime interest rate would be racing for the 20% mark and that was only if your economy was stable.If you lived in a country in the Developing World, your trade goods didn't compete with those created in the G-20. Your competition was with other Developing World businesses and the prize was the pocketbooks of those consumers in the G-20, which was a shrinking purse.It wasn't like you were being paid all that much to begin with; and now those once poor-paying, but at least plentiful, jobs were drying up. You needed your government to help you out. It wasn't like those governments could raise money by taxing the unemployed and under-employed. They didn't have money. And the rich in most of those same nations had a long and successful legacy of avoiding paying.Those growing economies had a few tried and tested 'solutions' for getting their countries through these rough stretches.The IMF? 'We are out to make 'positive' capital investments and your economic outlook doesn't look promising. We suggest 'austerity'.'The BRICS? Since India and China were basically in an undeclared state of war: 'we won't be loaning anyone anything for a while.'The BIS? 'As soon as the People' Bank of China, the Reserve Bank of India, the Central Bank of Ireland, the Bank of Israel and the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey get back to us about their sudden, serious lack of transparency, we'll call you back.'World Bank? Holy Shit! 'The world's going down the toilet, we will do what we can.'F Y I, I (as in Cáel) had been wrong. The 6 Elders of the Ninja families didn't talk to Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzō Awbee. They talked with another, far more immediately important man. So sue me (Cáel) for not knowing the inner workings of various world governments, and creatively interpreting events surrounding all those people I (Cáel) didn't. I'm a freaking Liberal Arts major with a fertile imagination, not a superspy, or even a competent Intelligence Analyst!}The Japanese government had appealed to the U.S., U.N., P.R.C., A.S.E.A.N., India; and (through back channels aka JIKIT) the Khanate for an end to this madness; all with typical results:The U.S.A: We are working on it (without letting them know what precisely they were working on)Japan: Well, do something fast. Our Government Bonds are about to be more useful as wallpaper.The U.N.: We are working on it (with their long-established tradition of not doing anything until the crisis had passed)Japan: You are preparing to pass a Resolution to move this matter from the First Committee to the Fourth Committee, gee, thanks guys. Will they be meeting sometime before Christmas?The PRC: We are too busy right now, so shut up, keep the trade lanes open, and was that your submarine we detected sneaking into our territorial waters?Japan: What? What do you mean you are 'too busy?' You are one of our biggest trading partners, your economy is going down the toilet, and, No! That was not our submarine in your territorial waters. That accusation is absurd.(Note from Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzō Awbee, to Admiral Katsutoshi Kawano, head of the JMSDF {the de facto Japanese Navy}), The PRC has made this outrageous claim that one of our submarines has been sneaking around their territorial waters. There is no truth to that rumor, right?Kawano: Which time?Prime Minister: Oh My God! What have you people been doing and why is this the first time I'm hearing about it?Kawano: Sir, if you are just now getting around to asking us, you don't want to know.Prime Minister: What do you mean 'I don't want to know?' I'm the head of the damn government and, you are right. Fine. There is no way I'm going back to the Chinese Ambassador and apologizing for any this. Is there any way this can come back to screw us over?Kawano: With all these US and British submarines helping us out, not very likely, Prime Minister.Prime Minister: Oh, very good. You are correct, I don't want to know what you 'haven't' been doing. I am ordering you to destroy all transcripts and recordings of this conversation.Kawano: It has been my distinct honor not having this conversation with you, Prime Minister. Sayōnara.ASEAN, What do you expect us to do about this? Have you seen the unimpressive combined sizes of our members' air forces and navies? Did you see the smack-down the Khanate has inflicted on the PLAN's South China Sea Fleet?Besides, the PRC is claiming that the Khanate launched covert attacks against the Parcels and Spratly islands which originated from Indonesian and Filipino waters. We are investigating the issue. If you are asking us for help, you are truly screwed. Don't call us. We will call you.Japan, {muttering} Investigating the attacks that came from your territory, bullshit! You are covering your own asses, damn it!(Note from Prime Minister, Shinzō Awbee, to Shotaro Yachi, Japanese National Security Advisor), I've heard an ugly rumor that the Khanate has forces secreted in the Philippines and Indonesia. Do you happen to know anything about it?Yachi: Yes Sir. We had advance notice of the organization, composition and destination of those forces.Awbee (while muttering 'no one tells me anything anymore'): What the! Would you please tell me what is going on.Yachi: We have made critical steps toward future alliances which will guarantee Japanese security for decades to come.Awbee What does that mean, and since when have you been creating and implementing foreign policy? We have a Minister for that, in case you somehow over-looked him at the last cabinet meeting. Wait! Does he know about this too?Yachi: No Sir, Foreign Minister Kishida is currently unaware of the Kinkyū tokushu sakusen tasukufōsu (Emergency Special Operations Task Force). Admiral Katsutoshi knows the basics of our operational policy, since we need to borrow some of his assets from time to time. Director-General Kitada (of the Public Security Intelligence Agency) and key personnel from the Foreign Ministry's Intelligence & Analysis Service and Security Bureau make up the majority of the task force's operatives.Awbee: What have you been doing?Yachi: You don't want to know, Mr. Prime Minister. It would make things, awkward.Awbee: 'You don't want to know', of course, I don't. I'm only the elected head of this government. Why would I possibly want to know what acts of espionage and war my deputies are executing?Yachi: I am glad we are on the same page, Sir. Will there be anything else?Awbee: No, wait. Do you have any intelligence on what the Khanate is up to?Yachi: Yes Sir. Is there anything in particular you want to know?Analysis Services: Can you contact someone in their leadership willing to discuss regional affairs?Yachi: I can put you in touch with the Great Khan himself if necessary.AS: What!Yachi: Sir, I would hardly be acting in our nation's best interests if I couldn't divine the intentions of the key players on the stage. Shall I initiate the necessary communications to facilitate that level of clandestine diplomatic contact?AS: No. Yes. No, I need to think about this. Hmm, have you been conducting any domestic espionage missions?Yachi: You don't want me to answer that, Sir.Awbee: of course I don't, I'm only the damn Prime Minister. Shotaro, I'm still Prime Minister, aren't I?Yachi: Yes Sir. We have been working overtime to ensure that. We've foiled two enemy assassination attempts and one attempted kidnapping so far. We remain vigilant.AS: How come this is the first I'm hearing about it? Is the head of my security in on this conspiracy of yours too?Yachi: No Sir. These particular guardians wish to avoid notoriety at all costs.Awbee: Okay. Good to know. Ah, keep up the good work and destroy any trace of this conversation.Yachi: Way ahead of you, Sir. Have a good night.India, Yes, we are more than willing to work with you toward regional stability. Care to acknowledge the Khanate's legitimacy first? We'd really appreciate it. Sure, get back to us when you've done that. Until then, the South China Sea Awaits! Yes, we plan to keep what we've earned. Later now. We think there is going to be further instability in Southeast Asia.Japan, Ya think? It is your damn warships sailing around the freaking South China Sea enforcing your utterly un-secret alliance with the Khanate. Why are you doing this to us? What have we ever done to you?The Khanate, We are not out to damage your national interests. We apologize, but there is now way we will call off this war with the Communist Chinese. It is them, or us, to the death. We have already received and agreed to your request to allow all Japanese flagged ships safe transit through the South China Sea. We really wish to be your friends this time, to make up for those two invasion attempts seven hundred years ago.(Note from  Prime Minister to Self) Great. The only reasonable people who aren't out to kick me in the nuts are also the ones I can't acknowledge talking to. I've got to do something a

In this episode of the Journey of My Mother's Son podcast, I talk with Dr. Michael Hutchison. Dr. Hutchison is a cosmetic and Neuromuscular Dentist who lives in Traverse City, Mi and has researched, developed and patented a new technology that uses your body's physiology to increase your strength and lower the chance of concussion. While treating TMJ, Head and neck patients Dr. Hutchison discovered that there is a body mechanism that is found in the position of your jaw that either blocks or releases motor nerve communication to all the muscles in your body. When it is working correctly you can increase your strength and performance by 16.8% on average. While testing this mechanism, none of the subjects had a concussion for the 6 years of the study. These two factors led to the development of a new jaw positioning mouth appliance that immediately increases strength and lowers the chance of concussion down to 0.2%. This new technology is called NeuroGuard+. Its mission is to help prevent concussions in youth athletes. We want to teach everyone to embrace the discovery of Physiologic Jaw alignment when participating in sports because you will reduce the risk of concussive forces reaching your brain, and you will increase your strength and performance. All mouth guards keep you from breaking your teeth. But only the NeuroGuard+ can lower the G-Force impact to your brain. The NeuroGuard+ is a medically patented do it yourself home device that is designed to customize around an athlete's bite to maintain enforcement of a physiologically aligned jaw. The NeuroGuard+ establishes correct “Physiologic Jaw Position.” It fits on the LOWER TEETH and is designed to reduce and dissipate the G-Force upon impact and reduce injury. The precise jaw alignment that the NeuroGuard+ maintains will help an athlete: ∙ Increase strength and balance ∙ Increase performance and agility ∙ Decrease occurrences of headaches ∙ Reduce the G-Force produced in a collision ∙ Increase oxygen intake and ability to speak normally through lower arch placement  Scientific studies consistently demonstrate that maintaining physiological jaw alignment reduces risk of concussion. Everyone has a unique anatomy. The NeuroGuard+ is the solution to improving safety and performance. To find out more about this incredible game changing technology, check out the NeuroGuard+ website at https://www.neuroguardplus.com/.

In this episode of Wrestling Soup, Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle discuss the latest episode of 'Dark Side of the Ring' featuring Mick Foley's Hell in a Cell match and Stephanie McMahon's new podcast on ESPN Plus. They delve into Mick Foley's health complications and the repetitive nature of his story, while comparing it to other WWE documentaries. The duo also review Stephanie McMahon's podcast episode featuring CM Punk, critiquing its superficiality and lack of in-depth content. They also discuss other wrestling news, including Bully Ray's training methods, the release of Gail Kim from TNA, and Saraya's departure from AEW. The episode concludes with a critique of Edge's current wrestling style and John Moxley's transformation into a hardcore wrestler.00:04 Dark Side of the Ring: Mick Foley's Story04:56 Stephanie McMahon's New Podcast09:52 WWE Legends and Future Greats17:40 Gail Kim's Departure from TNA19:22 Controversial Comments on Gail Kim20:59 Saraya's Departure from AEW23:35 Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair33:13 Seth Rollins Credits Stone Cold for His Daughter34:40 Edge and Jon Moxley's Hardcore WrestlingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Welcome to JAT Chat, presented by the Journal of Athletic Training, the official journal of the National Athletic Trainers' Association. In this episode, Dr. Shelby Baez is joined by Dr. Sam Walton as they delve into health-promoting behaviors among former National Football League players. The paper discussed in this episode, "Health-Promoting Behaviors and Their Associations With Factors Related to Well-Being Among Former National Football League Players: An NFL-LONG Study" is available open access in the February 2025 issue of JAT.   Article: https://doi.org/10.4085/1062-6050-0537.23   Guest Bio: Dr. Samuel (Sam) Walton is a certified athletic trainer who studied at the University of Southern Maine (B.S. in Athletic Training, 2008) and the University of Virginia (M.Ed. in Athletic Training, 2013; Ph.D. in Sports Medicine, 2019). He has 11 years of clinical experience with three different NCAA Division I universities and he completed postdoctoral research training at the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill (2022). Currently, Dr. Walton is an Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and a Research Associate with the Richmond Veterans Affairs Medical Center. His current research focuses on 1) the short-term, long-term, and cumulative effects of concussion among athletes and military personnel, including a specific focus on sex-differences, 2) promotion of brain health and well-being across the lifespan, and 3) guiding transition experiences to life after sport & military service. He also provides service for marketing, promotions, and communications efforts to the World Federation of Athletic Training and Therapy (WFATT) and the Concussion in Sport Group (CISG).     

Researchers looking into chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a disease linked to repeated head blows, say they have made a breakthrough in their understanding of the condition.

Full episodes at Patreon.com/slopquest O’Neill has a concussion and Andy smells blood in the water and goes nuts on O’Neill. Then he reveals that the concussion has given him impression powers. There’s some Princess and The Pee talk, Pocket Watch hypnosis, and performing stand up concussed. Then White Lotus breaks the R word taboo. Andy tells O’Neill about Jimmy Carter and the “prison planet” conspiracy and O’Neill converts to Gnostic Christianity. They reminisce about trashy ladies with Tweetie Bird tattoos. Then Andy and Ryan come up with a game plan for having to sit next to a dead guy on a plane. Ryan tries to hypnotize Andy with a dangling finger. A rich guy blows his penis out with enlargement surgery. Then O’Neill sings the praises of David LoPan . Then he humble brags about a woman attacking him in his sleep. Andy criticizes O’Neill’s impression of his own voice which he considers “performativly sexy”. Then they talk about a fair price for crimes. A cab driver tries to bang Andy’s ex girlfriend and left hilarious messages. Then Andy plays a heart warming story of a pastor beating up a kid for “playing games with God”.

The Montreal musician Yves Jarvis spent a year listening only to Frank Sinatra when he wrote his sixth and latest album, “All Cylinders.” He says it's the least contrived thing he's ever done. Not only did he produce the record, but he also plays every instrument on it, blending genres like bluegrass, jazz, folk and even yacht-rock in unexpected ways. Yves joins Tom Power to tell us how his songwriting evolved in the process, and how he concussed himself while having too much fun in the studio.

Emma's equine journey, beginning at six, led her from an aspiring jockey to a renowned practitioner in equine and human therapy. Trained at the British Racing School, she worked in prestigious stables globally. Her quest for deeper equine understanding led to Equine Craniosacral Therapy studies with Maureen Rogers and anatomy under Debranne Patillo. Inspired by personal therapy experiences, Emma specialized in Craniosacral Biodynamics, influenced by embryologist Erich Blechschmidt's work. Her dedication took her to Germany's Blechschmidt collection, enriching her foundational knowledge. Today, Emma operates a successful equine practice in Victoria, Australia, and offers her expertise to human clients in Melbourne.  

Dr. Evan Mladenoff has been assisting people reaching their short term and long term human performance possibilities in his clinic in Overland Park, KS. As one of the only Chiropractors to be a Team Physician in professional and Olympic sports in 2 countries, Dr. Mladenoff is committed to utilizing the tools he uses in high performance athletes as THE approach for promoting the health and well being of all his patients.

⁠⁠⁠⁠JOIN THE STAG ROAR COMMUNITY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠1. The Impact of Concussion on Visual FunctionConcussions often disrupt the brain's visual processing centers.Common visual symptoms: Blurry vision, double vision (diplopia), light sensitivity (photophobia), and difficulty focusing.The link between eye movement control and post-concussion syndrome (PCS).2. Common Visual Problems After a ConcussionConvergence Insufficiency: Difficulty focusing on near objects/ or moving the eyes correctly to an object in close space.Accommodative Dysfunction: Problems with shifting focus between near and far. And the accuracy of that focus i.e focusing in front or behind the point of fixation,Oculomotor Dysfunction: Poor eye tracking and scanning.Vestibulo-ocular Dysfunction: Trouble with balance and motion sensitivity.3. The Role of Vision Screening in Concussion ManagementImportance of baseline vision tests (especially for athletes).Rapid screening tools such as the King-Devick Test for eye movement issues.The role of optometrists and neuro-optometrists in concussion care.4. Vision Therapy for Concussion RecoveryExplanation of vision therapy exercises to retrain eye-brain coordination.How tools like prisms, filters, and specialized lenses aid recovery.Success rates of vision therapy in reducing post-concussion symptoms.5. The Importance of Protective Eyewear and PreventionUse of protective eyewear in sports and high-risk activities.Educating athletes, coaches, and parents about concussion risks.Promoting proper return-to-play protocols following a concussion.Come check us out at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ashburton Eyecare⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/ashburton.eyecare/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ryanoconnornz/  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stagryan/  Twitter https://twitter.com/stagryan  Tik Tok @ryanstagoconnor  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WaiKeto/  Blog https://stagryan.com/  Website: https://www.stagroar.co.nz/

In this Spotlight, Gareth and Ross kick off by looking back at teen sprint phenom Gout Gout's latest performances, which continue to project a spectacular yet unknowable future. Across the Ocean, a young South African put down a teen-sprint marker of his own with a sub-10s performance, and we use those performances to discuss the nuanced, fluid and undefinable element of super-talents in sport. What matters, what doesn't, what is required for entry into the elites, and what makes a difference once there?We also discuss whether the addition of the Sydney Marathon (among others) to the prestigious World Marathon Majors dilutes their equity, which presents a chance to discuss heat and performance related to both marathons and the currently ongoing Cape Epic. Finally, we chat concussion in the community game, in the aftermath of some misinformed perspectives raised by politicians in the UK about the concussion risk with lower tackle height in the game.Show notesDiscourse is our VIP community, and if you'd like to be a part of that conversation, receive Gareth's Caught my Eye newsletter, and to interact with fellow listeners, the way to do it is to check out this link, and become a patron of the podcast for a small monthly donation. Thanks for all your support! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's installment, Matt talks about active and passive marketing strategies and what he does to try and reach people about his services.LINK: https://youtu.be/htoORrkWlLY#concussion #mwcc #complicatedsimple 

I reflected on this emotional scale. It includes 22 emotions ranging from "most pleasant" to "least pleasant." If you're not feeling great, try to climb a few steps higher on this scale. What emotion are you experiencing right now, and what higher-frequency emotion can you tap into to help you feel better?Scale of emotions (Find the highest attainable emotion that is possible for you at this moment): Love, appreciation, empowerment, freedomPassionEnthusiasm, motivation, happinessPositive expectations, beliefOptimismHopeContentmentBoredomPessimismFrustration, impatience, irritationFeeling overwhelmedDisappointmentDoubtWorryBlameDiscouragementAngerFeelings of revengeHatredJealousyInsecurity, guilt, feeling unworthyFear, sadness, depression, despair, helplessnessDownload my free eBook: 7 Things That Have Helped Me the Most. ⁠Receive it in your inbox⁠.

Ep 156 Part 1 - "Concussions" Dr. Evan Mladenoff by Open Your Eyes with Dr. Kerry Gelb

Are You Seeing Multiple Providers but Still Feeling Stuck in Your Concussion Recovery? You're not alone. Many concussion patients work with different professionals—physical therapists, chiropractors, nutritionists, doctors—but those providers often don't talk to each other. That lack of communication can slow your healing. And here's the kicker: It doesn't have to be that way. In this episode, we're taking a fresh look at how to build a multidisciplinary team that actually works together to support your recovery. We'll talk about the importance of having a “quarterback” to help coordinate care, why networking between providers is key, and how you can make sure you're getting the best possible treatment. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: ✅ Why a truly collaborative team can be a game-changer in your recovery ✅ The role of a “quarterback” provider and how they can streamline your care ✅ How to make sure your healthcare team is actually communicating with each other ✅ The power of networking and why building relationships with providers leads to better care Your recovery deserves more than a disconnected team—let's build one that works for you, not against you.

Why would you want to become a member of a community? What is The Concussion Community, and what makes it different from a regular Facebook group? Here, all your questions will be answered. If you still have a question, feel free to send me a message on Instagram or email me at info@theconcussioncommunity.com.The doors close tonight at midnight, March 16th, Eastern time: ⁠https://www.theconcussioncommunity.com/join-the-community⁠

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today's biggest stories shaping America and the world in Friday's Headline Brief—heavy on news, light on analysis. Trump Asks Supreme Court to Reinstate Birthright Citizenship Order – The White House pushes for "right of blood" citizenship, requiring at least one U.S. citizen or legal resident parent. Venezuela Resumes Deportation Flights – The Maduro regime agrees to restart removals, but the deal's full details remain unclear. Meanwhile, Guantánamo Bay will no longer be used for migrant detention. Trump to Deliver Speech on Democrat Lawfare and DOJ Corruption – The president plans to outline how his administration is investigating political weaponization under Biden. Trump Revokes Security Clearances for Democrat-Linked Law Firms – Perkins Coie and Covington & Burling lose access to classified information; legal battles begin over claims of political retribution. Government Shutdown Drama: On Again, Off Again – Senate Democrats waver on the funding bill, leading to uncertainty ahead of tonight's deadline. U.S. Deficit Hits $1.1 Trillion in Just Five Months – Spending continues to soar, with entitlement programs driving the bulk of new expenditures. Trump's Tariff Impact: Automakers and Retailers Adapt – BMW, Volkswagen, and Chrysler shift production, while U.S. clothing brands race to rebuild domestic supply chains. Trump Plans Military-Controlled Mineral Refineries – New facilities may be built on Pentagon land to counter China's dominance in mineral refining. Chinese Hackers Target U.S. Small-Town Utilities – A Massachusetts power grid infiltration highlights Beijing's strategy to disrupt American infrastructure. Trump Moves to Revive U.S. Coal Plants – The Energy Secretary outlines plans to increase energy reliability through coal, natural gas, and nuclear power. East Coast Faces Higher Energy Costs Due to Blocked Pipelines – New York and New England struggle as pipeline companies abandon projects over regulatory roadblocks. Universities Crack Down on Antisemitism Amid Federal Grant Cuts – Harvard, Yale, and others take action after Trump's DOE begins withholding millions in funding. Judge Orders Trump to Reinstate Fired Federal Workers – A Clinton-appointed judge rules that probationary firings must be reversed, setting up another legal battle. Trump Eyes Taking Control of the Panama Canal – The U.S. military prepares options amid concerns over Chinese influence and national security. Putin Responds to Trump's Ukraine Peace Proposal – The Russian president signals cautious interest but demands more negotiations. Europe Struggles to Rebuild Its Military – Spain resists NATO spending requirements, while Germany faces a military readiness crisis. Medical Breakthroughs: Aspirin's Role in Cancer Treatment – UK researchers discover how aspirin may help the immune system fight metastatic cancer. New Findings on Concussions and Sleep – Scientists uncover the best sleep patterns for concussion recovery in young athletes. Melatonin May Protect Against DNA Damage from Night Shifts – British researchers suggest supplementation could help mitigate long-term health risks. Get the facts, the analysis, and the truth—only on The Wright Report. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32

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Nobody wants to miss a concussion. Mind Mirror uses your cell phone to measure Pupillary Light Reaction or PLR. Glenn Bowers joins Ben Stephenson and Jeremy Jackson to discuss the new concussion tool. Artificial intelligence, mobile computing & pupillary light reflex (PLR) In 2022 Mind Mirror started because I was coaching my kids and missed a concussion with my own son. We saw an opportunity to take AI tech and pupillary light reflex to assess concussion risk within 30 seconds. Is Mindmirror used as an on-field assessment tool or a return-to-play tracking/monitoring system? Both, with the speed of the test and subjectivity taken out of the assessment, it can be a great tool for on-field assessments. It also provides an objective return-to-play measure providing clinicians with the ability to determine safe RTP without bias, subjectivity or dishonesty from patients. One study found that the PLR test isn't affected by exertion or emotions which can't be said about all of subjective tests commonly used for concussion testing.  Mind Mirror doesn't use baseline tests, so how are normative values collected? While baseline testing isn't required it is highly recommended.  Baseline testing for this model is extremely efficient, it only takes 7 seconds for each athlete to be tested and automatically stored in the system. Will be adding a roster system that can link the rosters with Healthy Roster, Rankone and other EMR software.  Could this help prevent lawsuits and protect athletic trainers when returning players with a possible brain injury? Is it lawfully sound? There is no single test to definitively determine if a brain injury has occured, we are more practically used as an objective test to determine if symptoms associated with a brain injury are present.  While most concussion testing is subjective we provide an objective measure.  What biomarkers are we testing? (like Sway tests balance, memory, and movement coordination) what makes the PLR test superior to these existing solutions?   Velocity of constriction Velocity of dilation The system calculates all 14 biomarkers and provides a probability score ranking them into 3 categories green, yellow, and red.  Green is less than 0.3 probability indicating the brain is likely healthy. Yellow is between 0.3 - 0.6 probability which is in the middle and requires further testing.   Red is above 0.6 and indicates there is a high chance that the patient has a concussion.  How was the AI software created? Iris, an old colleague from Italy had a cool idea and I knew that if we could figure out the technology this could be big.  We are already working with the U.S. military, collegiate, and high school settings. Contact Us: Mind Mirror - info@mindmirror.health Glenn Bowers - glennb@mindmirror.health Ben Stephenson - _benstephenson Jeremy - @SportsMedicineBroadcast on IG

Ben suffered another head injury, which might explain his lebotomy laugh 

The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast 392: Concussion Recovery & Yoga with Shannon Crow   Description: As yoga teachers, we don't often expect to become the student. Shannon Crow recently had a concussion and a health scare. As a result, she has had to shift from her role of yoga therapist to patient and student. She shares the unexpected challenges in her concussion recovery journey.   In this episode, Shannon talks about how grateful she is for all the people who reached out after she shared that she had experienced a concussion and health scare. She reflects on her recovery journey, including how difficult it has been for her to step into the role of patient and student. Shannon also shares some of the things that have helped in her recovery journey, including her yoga practice with Ray Zott.   This has been a challenging time for Shannon but has reminded her about the impact that yoga teachers can have on their students' lives. Whether you're teaching or practicing yoga, this episode is a reminder of the power of patience, community, and showing up for one another.   Key Takeaways: [1:49] Shannon is sharing an update on her concussion recovery journey in this episode and the role yoga has played. [3:37] This episode is sponsored by OfferingTree. [4:39] Shannon gives thanks to everyone who reached out to her with well wishes after she shared about her concussion and health scare. [6:42] Shannon reflects on her experience being a student in healing and recovery this week. [9:13] Shannon shares more about her yoga experience in supporting her healing journey post-concussion. [12:05] Shannon gives a shout out to OfferingTree and talks about how she uses it in her business. [13:48] Shannon's physiotherapist has reminded her that the process of healing can be frustrating but it's important to take it easy. [16:27] If you're teaching, you may not always realize how much of an impact you're making.  [18:43] If you are going through your own healing journey, you are not alone. Links: The Connected Yoga Teacher Podcast Episode 391: Yoga for Wheelchair Users with Rodrigo Souza Proactive Physio Plus (Owen Sound, Canada) Ray Zott The Connected Yoga Teacher Facebook Group Shannon Crow on Instagram   Ray Zott's Yoga Practice   Gratitude to our Sponsor, OfferingTree   Quotes from this episode: "You are moving forward, but there definitely are setbacks on that healing journey, especially with a concussion."   "It's a huge reminder also of how profound the yoga practice can be when you're living through something that's so challenging."   "What really stood out to me was the way the intention and the slow pace and matching that breath and movement can make such a deep impact."   "If you're teaching, you may not always realize how much of an impact you're making."  

EPISODE 76 – LEADERSHIP, DISCIPLINE & PUSHING THROUGH ADVERSITY In this episode of The JP Dinnell Podcast, JP dives deep into the hard lessons of leadership, discipline, and overcoming setbacks. From suffering a concussion in Jiu-Jitsu to identifying the true qualities of effective leaders, this episode is packed with no-nonsense, hard-hitting truths about leadership, ownership, and personal growth. JP breaks down why identifying and developing strong leaders is critical, both in business and life. He shares stories from his own experiences—mistakes, failures, and the brutal lessons learned from pushing through adversity. Whether you're leading a team, running a business, or training on the mats, the principles of Extreme Ownership apply everywhere.

The EP features Shannon Clark. Shannon has over 20 years of experience consulting and coaching in the health and wellness industry for individuals and employers. In 2019, she suffered a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) that altered the course of her life. Her recovery journey resulted in a new mission to provide effective and affordable recovery options for fellow sufferers. Today, Shannon runs Revive Coaching which uses coaching and a neurocentric approach to personally train clients, both internationally over Zoom and in person, helping brain injury sufferers live a full life. This EP is all about her journey in life and the experiences of navigating traumatic brain injury in a healthcare system inadequately prepared to support her challenges.  I am sure if you have or haven't had a TBI, this will be a revealing episode. Enjoy!If you liked this EP, please take the time to rate and comment, share with a friend, and connect with us on social channels IG @Kingopain, TW @BuiltbyScott, LI+FB Scott Livingston. You can find all things LYM at www.LYMLab.com, download your free Life Lab Starter Kit today and get busy living https://lymlab.com/free-lym-lab-starter/Please take the time to visit and connect with our sponsors, they are an essential part of our success:www.ReconditioningHQ.comwww.FreePainGuide.com

This week Topher and Jeff talk with Jon Francisco, CEO and Founder of 4Check Hockey. His company focuses on injury and concussion prevention through its comprehensive training program. In this episode we talk about: — Teaching the foundation for checking from a younger age, for both boys and girls — How your helmet isn't enough to protect you from concussions — Being a good teammate by using communication — How even the best players need to earn their ice time AND SO MUCH MORE! Thank you to our title sponsor IceHockeySystems.com, as well as Train-Heroic, Helios Hockey, and Crossbar! And thank you to our AMAZING LISTENERS; We appreciate every listen, download, comment, rating, and share on your social sites! If you'd like to join our Hockey Think Tank Community, head over to Community.TheHockeyThinkTank.com and check it out! BLUEPRINT ORGANIZATION REFERRAL 4CHECK HOCKEY WEBSITE Follow us: IG: @HockeyThinkTank X (Twitter): @HockeyThinkTank TikTok: @HockeyThinkTank Facebook: TheHockeyThinkTank

In 2015, the NFL agreed to an uncapped settlement to pay former players diagnosed with brain disease. The agreement came after players sued the league for covering what it knew about the links between brain disease and football. But who's gotten paid and how much is affected by their race. On the final episode of our series on race and football, we speak with Will Hobson, investigative sports reporter at The Washington Post.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

What could go wrong on a family ski trip to Aspen filled with hot paramedics, the flu, and a bucket list filled with champagne? LISTEN IN TO FIND OUT JUST HOW INSANE THIS FAMILY SKI TRIP WAS!!!!!! 00:00Introduction and Personal Updates02:48Valentine's Day Celebrations and Spa Experience08:48Family Ski Trip to Aspen15:03Skiing Adventures and Injuries21:53Post-Injury Reflections and Family Dynamics24:06The Ski Accident and Concussion30:06Family Dynamics and Adjustments36:12The Cloud9 Champagne Party40:42Mom's Ankle Injury and Hospital Visit46:24Reflections on the Trip and Future PlansOur Sponsors:* Check out Effecty and use my code KELSEY for a great deal: https://www.effecty.com* Check out Factor: https://factormeals.com/kelsey50off* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code KELSEY for a great deal: https://happymammoth.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/confidently-insecure/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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