Chris Nowinski is a former football player at Harvard University and professional wrestler with WWE, World Wrestling Entertainment. After enduring a career-ending head injury, Chris has dedicated his professional life to serving patients and families affected by brain trauma, particularly Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that develops after repeated head injuries. Jay and Chris discuss the state of head injuries in American athletics, the difference between advocating for head safety at youth and professional levels, Chris’ newest research, and much more. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:50) changes in the culture around concussions in the past two decades (02:39) padded helmet technology (03:55) concussion reporting in the NFL (10:35) Chris’ career path and concussion history (14:52) connecting with activists who haven’t themselves suffered a traumatic brain injury (17:42) SHAAKE - a new sign to identify concussions (20:53) Unions can help players advocate for safety policies (23:10) final thoughts and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
This Podcast brings you the stories of people who have lived through extraordinary life changing events that most of us never will ever face.
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Held Up At Gunpoint In The Car
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34:22Jen recounts to listeners her experience of being held up at gunpoint with her children in the car.Von Michael
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Child/Toddler Abuse Investigation- Part 3
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30:45Retried Detective gives a dramatic account of investigating the abuse of an infant. In the third part of this interview, the detective describes evidence that was revealed through the process of investigation, and how the case continued to unfold.Von Michael
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Child/Toddler Abuse Investigation - Part 4
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38:53Retried Detective gives a dramatic account of investigating the abuse of an infant. In the conclusion of his interview, the detective recounts interviewing the perpetrator's adult children, and the result of the case going to trial.Von Michael
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Child/Toddler Abuse Investigation- Part 1
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35:02Retried Detective gives a dramatic account of investigating the abuse of an infant. In the first episode, we learn the circumstances leading up to the crisis, and who was involved.Von Michael
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Child/Toddler Abuse Investigation - Part 2
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32:51Retried Detective gives a dramatic account of investigating the abuse of an infant. In the second episode, we delve into the interviews of the suspect and family members, and hear shocking descriptions of the ongoing abuse.Von Michael
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Lou Valoze - Undercover work EP 1
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26:37Lou gives us stories about his career path working undercover, and some lessons learned along the way.Von Michael
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Lou Valoze - Undercover work EP 2
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26:59Lou gives us stories about his career path working undercover, and some lessons learned along the way.Von Michael
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Lou Valoze - Undercover work EP 3
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27:47Lou gives us stories about his career path working undercover, and some lessons learned along the way.Von Michael
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Dave Nelson - Tracking Missing Persons EP 1
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30:27Human trafficking is is an ongoing threat to our communities. After retiring from law enforcement, Dave Nelson decided to personally take action. He shares stories with us about his success in recovering missing persons, as well as some particularly eye opening statistics. Dave is the CEO and Founder of ReCov Investigations.…
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Dave Nelson - Tracking Missing Persons EP 2
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30:52Human trafficking is is an ongoing threat to our communities. After retiring from law enforcement, Dave Nelson decided to personally take action. He shares stories with us about his success in recovering missing persons, as well as some particularly eye opening statistics. Dave is the CEO and Founder of ReCov Investigations.…
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Dave Nelson - Tracking Missing Persons EP 3
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26:23Human trafficking is is an ongoing threat to our communities. After retiring from law enforcement, Dave Nelson decided to personally take action. He shares stories with us about his success in recovering missing persons, as well as some particularly eye opening statistics. Dave is the CEO and Founder of ReCov Investigations.…
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Steve Cook: Motorcycle Gangs EP 4
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36:40We hear the final segment of the interview with Steve Cook, as he shares his experiences in law enforcement dealing with outlaw motorcycle gangs. In episode 4, we hear more on the inner workings of motorcycle gangs, the business model, and warning signs to both law enforcement and the community. The interview wraps up with a few last entertaining s…
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Steve Cook: Motorcycle Gangs EP 3
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30:52Steve Cook speaks about motorcycle gangs. In the third episode, Steve describes the current activity near Kansas City, talks history between Hell's Angels and the Outlaws, and his approach to working undercover.Von Steve Cook
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Steve Cook: Motorcycle Gangs EP 1
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30:44Steve Cook gives an inside look into motorcycle gangs and reflects on some of the remarkable situations he has experienced during his career in law enforcement. In this episode, Steve talks about his current roles, some of the media exposure he has had as a result, and then delves into the recruiting process used by motorcycle gangs.…
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Steve Cook: Motorcycle Gangs EP 2
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31:02Steve Cook speaks about motorcycle gangs. In this episode, Steve talks about the organization structure seen in outlaw motorcycle gangs, and practices that he has observed involving drugs, women's involvement, violence, and discipline within a gang.Von Steve Cook
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Sean Finnigan Part 2 : Prison Life in LA County Jail, FCI Terminal Island, and the federal 'chain' system
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30:07We hear a few stories and rants before returning to Sean's experiences in LA county jail, corruption at federal prison Terminal Island, and finally, being placed on the federal 'chain' system.Von Michael
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Sean Finnigan Part 1 :The Final Bank Robbery, the attempt to get away, and capture by FBI
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30:00Sean grew up partying with rock stars and describes himself as fueled by narcotics and rage. He tells the story of the day of his final bank robbery, the eventful attempt to get away, and his capture by the FBI.Von Michael
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Sean Finnigan Part 3 : Sobriety, Relapse, Getting sent to Wyoming State Prison
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30:30Sean, a bank robber, turned entertainer tells what it was like returning to prison for a second time. In this episode, Sean shares his second arrest for smuggling drugs and stories of his sobriety, relapse, and prison life.Von Michael
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Sean Finnigan Part 4 : Former Bank Robber Talks Prison, Substance Abuse and Family Disfunction
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32:04In this month's final episode, we pick up the story as Sean nears the end of his prison sentence and continues to find trouble. He also reminisces on the effects of substance abuse and family dysfunction.Von Michael
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Enrique Hernandez Part 1
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32:40In this episode, we interview Enrique Hernandez, who survived multiple gunshots while on duty in Las Vegas. After learning some background on his life, he tells the story of a routine traffic stop that turned into a nearly fatal shooting.Von Michael
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Enrique Hernandez Part 2
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30:21We continue the firsthand account of Enrique Hernandez's shooting , as he shares details on the eventful moments he experienced. This episode continues as he recalls the first few moments and days in the hospital, and reflections looking back on that day.Von Michael
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Enrique Hernandez Part 3
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30:54In this episode we listen to stories about life during recovery post-incident. Officer Hernandez shares insight on overcoming adverse situations and maintaining a positive outlook.Von Michael
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Enrique Hernandez Part 4
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37:06Officer Hernandez shares detailed insight about the day he was shot multiple times. He also talks with Michael about his life now and some advice he can give based on his experience.Von Michael
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TESSA : provider of services for victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
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32:03In this episode, we speak with Anne Markley, CEO of TESSA, an organization that provides safety and resources for those experiencing domestic violence in Colorado Springs. Originally formed as an information provider and resource referral service, TESSA has evolved into a multi-faceted agency that includes a confidential Safehouse, Victim Advocacy,…
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Katrina Part 3 : Underground in Mexico
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30:19Katrina is a survivor of unthinkable abuse, including being shot twice in the head. In this episode, Katrina talks about her children going hungry living in a remote area of Mexico. She shares stories of the violent abuse being passed through generations in a cycle shaped by culture.Von Michael
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Katrina Part 4 : Living without memory
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24:31Katrina is a survivor of unthinkable abuse, including being shot twice in the head. In the final episode of her story, we hear about the remaining physical effects she lives with today, including lack of short term memory.Von Michael
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Katrina Part 1 : Before the shooting
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29:05Katrina is a survivor of unthinkable abuse, including being shot twice in the head. In this episode we learn of her life leading up to the fateful day of the shooting.Von Michael
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Katrina Part 2 : Shot twice in the head
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29:04Katrina is a survivor of unthinkable abuse, including being shot twice in the head. In this episode, Katrina shares what happened on the day of the shooting, and shares stories and reflections on the abusive life she has endured.Von Michael
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