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The Post Concussion Podcast - Life After A Brain Injury115. Making Movement for Concussed Athletes | Seth Mendelsohn & Ryan Sutton - Education, Athletes, & Concussion ExperienceJoin us for a talk with Seth and Ryan, two brave leaders who have walked the path of PCS. Their journey takes us through the labyrinth of physical and mental symptoms, giving us a look at the profound impacts of concussions. Educating individuals about concussions is pivotal in paving the road to recovery. Seth and Ryan, through their nonprofit, HeadsUpCAN, are on a mission! We highlight their upcoming event, set to happen at the BMO Field in Toronto, THE SPORT RELATED CONCUSSION EXPERIENCE. It's not a crusade against sports, but rather an effort to equip athletes, coaches, a...2023-09-1434 min
Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIAccommodating a Concussion in the ClassroomIn this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Ryan Sutton sits down with Stephanie McFarland, an Occupational Therapist at Holland Bloorview Concussion Clinic, to talk about how to effectively accommodate concussions in the classroom. As one of the leading experts in the field of pediatric concussion, Stephanie works with students every day to build strategies for their recovery.We asked teachers and educators across Ontario to submit their questions and experiences regarding concussion support in the classroom. Listen in as Stephanie answers these questions while busting myths and highlighting her best...2022-06-291h 08Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIRecovery at HomeIn this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Libby Nicholaou, the Manager of Outreach Operations at LoveYourBrain, welcomes Krystal Merrells RD, Vijaya Kantipuly MSW, and Dr. Eric Guillemette to talk about recovery at home after a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Listen in as they break down their special roles in the concussion/TBI recovery process, along with advice and insights on nutrition therapy for TBI patients, at-home concussion rehabilitation exercises and strategies, and the powerful benefits of online support groups for people recovering from brain injuries. You’ll also learn tips and...2022-06-2251 minSharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIImpact of Brain Injury on Family MembersIn this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Caron Gan, a Registered Psychotherapist and Marriage and Family Therapist, welcomes Anne Sanger, Stacey C., and Madeline Roitman to talk about what life is like for families whose loved one has suffered from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Listen in as these incredibly brave caregivers share their stories and experiences of caring for their spouse, brother, and child who are recovering from brain injuries. They highlight their initial thoughts and feelings after the injuries, the most significant impacts the injury has had on them and their f...2022-06-151h 06Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIConcussion/TBI within the Veteran CommunityIn this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Simon Kardynal welcomes May Machoun, Ryan Carey, and Blair Hennessy to talk about brain injuries and head trauma in the military and veteran community. Listen in as these veterans shed light on their experiences with concussion and TBI, the systemic healthcare problems veterans are facing in Canada, and how we can continue advocating for better treatment of veterans with TBI and improving TBI education throughout the military. Whether you’re a veteran, a medical professional, or a family member of a concussion survivor, you have the pow...2022-06-081h 09Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIBrain Injury and JusticeDr. Carolyn Lemsky is a board certified neuropsychologist with 25 years of experience working in rehabilitation settings in the U.S. and Canada. For the past 15 years she has been the Clinical Director at Community Head Injury Resource Services (CHIRS) of Toronto—a Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care funded agency designed to promote community re-integration of persons living with the effects of acquired brain injury. In this episode, Dr. Lemsky guides a group discussion over zoom, with other professionals about the challenges and barriers individuals with a brain injury experience in navigating the justice system.2022-06-0140 minSharing Experiences with Concussion/TBISeason 2 TrailerThe Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI is an experience driven, multi-media podcast series that seeks to educate, support and spread awareness on the many facets of Concussion/TBI injuries. We are excited to share 5 new episodes of the podcast series focused on understanding the lived experience of concussion/TBI. This series facilitates an environment for industry professionals and people directly affected by the injury to have meaningful, informed discussions about what it's like going through a Concussion/TBI in various aspects of life.2022-05-3004 min
Elyse's PointConversations about Sport Karate [Episode 6] feat. Ryan Sutton: ”I think what gets lost in all of this is that: no athlete wants to sit out from a concussion...”Elyse’s Point guest this week is Ryan Sutton. Ryan is the Co-founder and Executive Director of Headsup Concussion Advocacy Network. He is also the coordinator at Peterborough Athletics Concussion Awareness. This episode we talk all about concussions and the inherent risk of contact sport with concussions.
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PhD Candidate; Mental Performance Consultant (CSPA-ACPS)
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Free D...2021-10-2544 minSharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIFacilitators Experience: Insights From The Entire SeriesIn this bonus episode of The Sharing Experiences with Concussions/TBI podcast, we bring all of the facilitators from the series together in a conversation to share their insights and perspectives on these invisible injuries.2021-06-291h 22Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBILife After a Concussion/TBI: Adapting to a New Way of LifeBecky Moran, Occupational Therapist with the Acquired Brain Injury Outpatient Team at Parkwood Institute facilitates this discussion about adapting to a new way of life following a concussion. Some of the topics this episode explores are the challenges of pacing oneself, relationships, and changes in identity.2021-06-241h 06Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBISupport Systems: Supporting Persons Who've Had a Concussion/TBIDr. Lesley Ruttan, a Neuropsychologist, and other professionals who support persons with concussions and brain injuries gather together in this episode to talk about their experiences and the challenges associated with accessing supports and services for their clients.2021-06-221h 07Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIReturn to Sport: Overcoming the Stigma of Concussions in SportConnor Massimo, Physiotherapist and Founder of Pulse Physiotherapy in Peterborough, Ontario leads a discussion about returning to sport after experiencing a concussion/TBI. This episode brings together athletes from various sport backgrounds who have competed at different levels to talk about stigma and identity following a concussion.2021-06-171h 09Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIReturn to Work: Re-Integration After a Concussion/TBILeslie Birkett, an Occupational Therapist and Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) at McMaster University facilitates this discussion about participants’ experiences returning to work following a concussion/TBI. The conversation explores challenges, balancing life’s stressors and accommodations. 2021-06-1559 minSharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIReturn to Learn: Understanding What's Best For Your Brain Throughout RecoveryPenny Welch-West, a Speech-Language Pathologist with Parkwood Institute, guides a group of current students and graduates through a discussion about their experiences transitioning back to school following a concussion/TBI. Group members talk about challenges, accommodations and strategies they implemented to support their return. 2021-06-101h 22Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBIDiagnosing a Concussion/TBI: The Physician's PerspectiveDr. Steph Dallaire leads a discussion with other doctors, a nurse practitioner and a neuropsychologist from across Ontario to speak about the complexity and challenges of diagnosing concussion/TBI. 2021-06-0854 minSharing Experiences with Concussion/TBISeries Trailer - Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBISharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI is an experience driven, multi-media podcast series that seeks to educate, support and spread awareness on the many facets of Concussion/TBI injuries. 2021-06-0701 min
The Inherent Risk PodcastConcussions in Hockey: Group DiscussionIn the first edition of the Inherent Risk Podcast Group Discussion we bring together our team and three guests from this season to talk about the inherent risks in sport and the culture around concussions in hockey. We brought back Alley Goodreau, Molly Tissenbaum and Tyler Brower to dive further into their experiences with concussions in hockey and how it has impacted lives away from the game. This group discussion marks the end of the first season of the Inherent Risk Podcast, we would like to extend our thanks to all the guests who took the time to...2021-03-222h 06The Inherent Risk PodcastJhaelyn GommeJhaelyn is a former competitive dancer who shares her experiences with concussions and the process she went through to find a new purpose in her life as an advocate. She is currently a student that is focusing on becoming a doctor, with the goal of opening up her own concussion recovery facility one day to help people that suffer from the injury the way she did. Throughout the episode, we discuss the stigma associated with concussions in sports, her difficulties in finding the right therapy, and the importance of talking about mental health. Jhaelyn is a tremendous advocate...2021-03-1532 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastBob WilkieBob is a former professional hockey player and the founder of "I Got Mind", a platform focused on promoting awareness and education around mental health in sports. He played 18 NHL games for the Detroit Red Wings and Philadelphia Flyers, and 11 seasons of professional hockey, where he suffered numerous concussions and witnessed many friends and opponents suffering in silence as he did. In 1986 he was a member of the Swift Current Broncos team, whose bus crashed tragically killing four of his teammates. The toll that this tragedy took on him was traumatic, and he dealt with mental...2021-03-0827 min
Ari ShapiroWhiskey & Cream: Episode XIWhiskey & Cream for March 2nd, 2021
Host: Ari Shapiro
0:44-17:21: “Extraordinary times require extraordinary leaders”
What does it take to be a trusted politician during the pandemic? I mean, seriously, do we even have any true leaders left once the dust from all the hypocrisy and lies settles like a lukewarm, mediocre blanket around our endlessly cold and cynical ankles? For some, the cosmic vital alignment between actions and values, principles and beliefs ends up forming what can best be described as a rare clarity of purpose or the sense of a higher calling arme...2021-03-0300 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastMax LiebermanMax is a former coworker of Joel's and is currently the founder of Liebs. And Co, a company focused on creating awareness and education in the workplace for people with disabilities. He shares his experiences with concussions growing up both in and out of sports; his time as a semi-professional wrestler and the lack of proper concussion treatment in that industry; the challenges of being in the workplace with a disability; and ultimately what inspired and lead to him creating the wonderful platform he has today with Liebs and Co. He is doing important work and i...2021-03-0138 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastCory FeinsteinCory is a former AAA/Junior A hockey player and Minor Hockey Coach who shares with us his experiences with concussions growing up and how they ultimately derailed his ambitions of playing professional hockey. Upon retiring from his playing career, he transitioned into coaching AAA and witnessed a negative culture around concussions and how brain injuries are both dealt with and managed. We discussed our love for the game but the loss of identity when forced to retire, mental health in the sport of hockey, and ways to make the game safer for the next generation. Cory was...2021-02-2238 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastTyler BrowerTyler is former professional hockey player and concussion awareness advocate who talks about his struggles with concussions from youth hockey into his adult life and ultimately finding a new purpose and identity away from the ice as a talented photographer and storyteller. He opens up about the challenges of concussion recovery in youth sports and the lack of awareness he experienced, the differences in hockey culture playing in several different countries, and how finding faith in God gave him purpose and helped steer him in the right direction when dealing with post-concussion syndrome. Tyler has great passion and...2021-02-1537 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastMolly TissenbaumMolly is a former NCAA goalie for the Harvard University Women’s Hockey Team. She shares her story about how concussions have impacted her career from youth hockey all the way through to her time at Harvard. She opens up about the importance of being a good teammate, not hiding or pushing through your symptoms, the difficulties student/athletes face when dealing with concussions and ways that the stigma around the injury can be challenged. A powerful voice for the brain injury community, Molly had the honour of speaking on the legislative floor and sharing her story when Ro...2021-02-0834 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastMike McKenzieMike is a former NCAA/AHL hockey player and current Head Coach and General Manager of the Kitchener Rangers in the OHL. The son of hockey broadcasting legend Bob McKenzie, Mike has grown up through a life of hockey, first as a player and now on the management/coaching side. Concussions have had a big impact on his family, both in his own playing career and through watching his younger brother Shawn’s hockey career end far too early while playing minor hockey. Combine his own experience and a depth of hockey knowledge from his father, Mike has tur...2021-02-0136 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastAlley GoodreauOn this week's episode we speak with Alley Goodreau. Alley is a former U-Sports hockey player and HeadsupCAN Concussion Awareness Advocate who shares with us her experiences with concussions as a student athlete at St. Francis Xavier. Throughout her concussion experience she was personally affected by the lack of awareness and stigma surrounding brain injuries. This ultimately led her to dedicate her honours thesis to study Mental Health in varsity athletes and the correlation to brain injury. Alley is currently applying for her Masters in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis on TBI research and is a tremendous a...2021-01-2531 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastTanner LomsnesTanner is a former D1 College hockey player who shares how concussions affected his career and how he is working towards redefining his identity away from the game of hockey. Tanner opens up about his experiences as a student/athlete at Niagara University and how concussions have impacted his life, both on and off the ice. He's a tremendous advocate for concussion awareness and hopes his story can help others who may be struggling.2021-01-1821 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastEnrico CicconeEnrico is a former NHL defenseman and current member of the Quebec Liberal Party, Enrico Ciccone. Known for being an intimidating fighter in his career, Ciccone played 374 NHL games for the Minnesota North Stars, Washington Capitals, Tampa Bay Lightning, Chicago Blackhawks, Carolina Hurricanes, Vancouver Canucks, and Montreal Canadiens. He currently deals with issues related to concussions he suffered during his career and is using his current platform as a politician to try and have fighting banned from all levels of youth hockey in Quebec.2021-01-1121 min
Hope Survives | Brain Injury Podcast9. Re-Injuries, Symptom Flare-Ups, and Combatting Fear (with Ali Rheaume + Natasha Wilch)The journey of living with brain injury comes with ups and downs. Today, you will hear from two guests:
- Survivor Perspective: Ali Rheaume has been living with a TBI for 5 years, and just sustained a re-injury concussion a few months ago. She shares some of her journey and tips for dealing with re-injuries, along with encouragement on how to combat fear.
- Professional Perspective: Natasha Wilch is here to share some of the medical reasons that survivors might fa ll or hit their heads more often, advice for how to prevent...2021-01-0552 minThe Inherent Risk PodcastBen FanelliBen Fanelli is a former OHL defenseman and current University of Waterloo Assistant Coach. His story focuses on the challenges in his life resulting from a fractured skull and severe concussion in 2009, just 7 games into his OHL career, and how the injury was a catalyst for changing his lifestyle and finding a new identity and purpose. He shares about his experiences on and off the ice and how the support system he had was instrumental in creating the platform that he has today as the Creative Director of Heroic Minds and the Hero Project.2021-01-0336 min
The Neurologic Wellness PodcastConcussion AdvocacyDr. Joseph Coppus of The Neurologic Wellness Institute speaks to HeadsupCAN’s whose main goal is to generate awareness through inclusivity and shared experiences, provide education through informative sources from our partners about head trauma, and fundraising for concussion research, with the goal of creating a holistic culture around head trauma and ensuing side effects. Their ambition is to become the national leader in concussion awareness and to give people who have or are suffering from a concussion a platform, where they can not only learn and share their stories to increase awareness and education, but aid and foster po...2020-09-2227 min
The Athletes PodcastKevin Mclachlan - Koovy does an Iron Man - Episode #48Send us a textKevin Mclachlan is a fitness enthusiast, singer/songwriter, and will be an Iron Man participant on August 30th, 2020.An amazing human being, with an incredible story.We hope you enjoy this episode, if you would like to donate, please visit the link below:https://secure3.convio.net/mssoc/site/TR;jsessionid=00000000.app321a?px=3189804&fr_id=7142&pg=personal&NONCE_TOKEN=5118BFB8B38E582DEF601E1A9324F0FBPresented by:Popeyes St Catharineshttps://www.popeyescanada.com/loc_ontario_st-catharines.htmlHeadsup...2020-08-2830 minThe Athletes PodcastOwen Diodati - Canadian NCAA Baseball Player - Episode #38Send us a textIn this episode of the Athletes Podcast host David Stark is joined by Owen Diodati a Canadian NCAA Baseball player. Owen Diodati discuss so plug in your headphones, celebrate a late Canada Day and listen to this fun episode brought to you by Popeyes Supplements St. Catherine’s, Nathan Jackson Fitness and HeadsupCan.Things in this episode:3:30: What Owen has been up to during Quarantine4:40: Choice to stay in Alabama during COVID5:15: What’s it like being a Roll Tide5:45: Decision to go to A...2020-07-0235 minThe Athletes PodcastTricia Mangan - Olympic Alpine Skier - Episode #37Send us a textIn this episode of the Athletes podcast host David Stark is joined by Alpine Skier Tricia Mangan. Tricia Mangan competed at the 2018 Olympic Games in Pyongyang, South Korea for the United States. In the episode Tricia talks about being an Olympian, her kids camps and her school. Put in your headphones, wash your hands and listen to this fun episode brought to you by Popeyes Supplements St. Catherine’s, Nathan Jackson Fitness and HeadsupCan.Things in this episode:2:30: What was it like joining the Olympic team last minute2020-06-1828 minThe Athletes PodcastErin Routliffe - Professional Tennis Player - Episode #35Send us a textIn this 35th episode of the Athletes Podcast host David Stark is joined by Erin Routliffe a Canadian/New Zealander professional tennis player, so plug in your headphones, wash your hands and listen to this fun episode brought to you by Popeyes Supplements St. Catherine’s, Nathan Jackson Fitness and HeadsupCan.Things in this episode:3:40: Story behind her Nationality4:45: Going the University of Alabama5:50: Choosing not to go professional out of high school7:40: Student athlete training9:40: Food in Alabama10:30: Re...2020-06-0436 minThe Athletes PodcastFelipe Eichenberger - Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of The Denver Nuggets - Episode #34Send us a textIn this episode of the Athletes Podcast host David Stark is joined by Felipe Eichenberger the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Denver Nuggets of the NBA. Felipe Eichenberger discusses how NBA players train and how COVID is affecting the league. Connect your Bluetooth, wash your hands and listen to this fun episode brought to you by Popeyes Supplements St. Catherine’s, Nathan Jackson Fitness and HeadsupCan. Things in this episode:2:30: What Does an NBA strength and Conditioning coach do?4:00: Felipe Eichenberger’s Career path2020-05-2834 minThe Athletes PodcastCyril Grayson - NFL Wide Receiver - Episode #33Send us a textIn this episode of The Athletes Podcast host, David Stark and producer Jordan Maslen are joined by current NFL player Cyril Grayson. After an NCAA career as a Track Sprinter at LSU Cyril Grayson signed with the Seattle Seahawks, since then he has been part of the Indianapolis Colts, Houston Texans, Chicago Bears, New Orleans Saints, Dallas Cowboys and Tampa Bay Buccaneers organizations.. Connect your Bluetooth, wash your hands and listen to this fun episode brought to you by Popeyes Supplements St. Catherine’s, Nathan Jackson Fitness and HeadsupCan.Things in thi...2020-05-2133 minThe Athletes PodcastMegan & Nicole McNamara - Team Canada Beach Volleyball - Episode #32Send us a textIn this special episode of The Athletes Podcast, we feature two guests! The McNamara twins, Nicole and Megan. The McNamara twins are Canadian volleyball players who attended UCLA and are now striving to make the Olympics. Megan and Nicole have international gold medals and NCAA championships on their resume. In the episode the McNamara twins talk about playing for UCLA, striving for the Olympics and their website. Put on your headphones, wash your hands and listen to this fun episode brought to you by Popeyes Supplements St. Catharines, Nathane Jackson Fitness and HeadsUp...2020-05-1230 minThe Athletes PodcastTrevor Parkes - Red Bull Munich - Episode #31Send us a textJoin Host David Stark and Producer Jordan Maslen on this week’s 31st episode of The Athletes Podcast where they call in with Trevor Parkes. Trevor Parkes is a professional hockey player, playing for Red Bull München of the German top league. In this episode, Parkes has a fun conversation about his wild hockey career. Hook up your Bluetooth speaker, wash your hands and listen to this episode brought to you by Popeye’s Supplements of St. Catherine’s, Nathan Jackson Fitness and Headsups Can. Things in this episode: 3:00...2020-05-0749 minThe Athletes PodcastMaria Mountain - Founder of Goalie Training Pro - Episode #29Send us a textThe Athletes Podcast chats with Maria Mountain who featured on the 29th episode of the show. A strength coach since 1994, exercise physiologist Maria Mountain, MSc has specialized in off-ice training for hockey goalies since 2002. She has travelled throughout North America and Europe helping goalies of all levels and abilities reach their full potential applying her “inside out” approach to athlete development, a philosophy she has used to help athletes in a variety of sports win Olympic Gold, the Stanley Cup and World Championships.Things in this episode:3:00: Quarantine’s effect...2020-04-2339 minThe Athletes PodcastDylan Ferguson - Vegas Golden Knights Prospect - Episode #28Send us a textThe 28th episode of The Athletes Podcast features Dylan Ferguson - a prospect in the Vegas Golden Knights organization who was playing for the Fort Wayne Komets of the ECHL before COVID-19 struck havoc down. In the episode Dylan talks about playing for Vegas, keeping busy in quarantine and trying to make the NHL. Put on your headphones, wash your hands and listen to this fun episode brought to you by Popeyes Supplements St. Catherine’s, Nathan Jackson Fitness and HeadsupCan. Things in this episode:3:00: Going through the Vegas Gold...2020-04-1640 min
Concussion Talk PodcastHeadsupCAN (concussion awareness, Seth & Ryan)I have an informative, interesting and engaging podcast with HeadsupCAN founders, Seth Mendelsohn and Ryan Sutton. The organization began in 2016 with the goal of raising awareness through concussion education and the sharing of experiences. CAN stands for Concussion Advocacy Network.HeadsupCAN has recently begun an "Advocates" program, to which you can apply at: https://www.headsupcan.ca/advocates To help raise them raise money, check out Headsup Apparel, including; t-shirts, hoodies, track pants, toques, and ball caps. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2020-04-1445 minThe Athletes PodcastRyan Sutton & Seth Mendelsohn - HeadsUpCAN - Episode #13Send us a text Headsup has a steadfast commitment to generating awareness pertaining to concussions and the lingering symptomatic stresses that ensue in an individual’s recovery. Recovering from concussions is unique to each individual, with symptoms often being benevolent. A disconnect exists between the public, those suffering from head trauma and corresponding side-effects that hinder mental health and overall quality of life. The latency period of concussions is too circumstantial to the extent of the injury, the transgressional past and lifestyle of the individual implicated. Often, those suffering do so silently. Check out our Webs...2019-12-2040 min