AIRED: August 21, 2023
SPECIAL GUEST: Bruce Parkman
Bruce Parkman
Bruce Parkman, an ex-Green Beret, cybersecurity entrepreneur, and devoted father, embarks on a poignant discussion of the grim realities many families remain unaware of: the silent, lasting harms of repetitive brain traumas in contact sports. Stemming from the devastating loss of his son, Mac, Bruce’s book “Youth Contact Sports And Broken Brains” serves as an alarming beacon, shining a light on the link between sports injuries and conditions like depression, schizophrenia, and more. As a founder of the Mac Parkman Foundation for Adolescent Concussive Trauma, Bruce emphasizes the crucial education parents, coaches, and organizations must undergo to protect our youth. Learn about the irreversible effects of concussive traumas, preventive measures, and the vital choices families make every day. An episode filled with cautionary tales, powerful science, and invaluable insights, it promises to reshape your perception of youth sports.
