CTE, Contact Sports, and Cultural Change: Paul Frase & Corey Berry on Brain Trauma Awareness

Send us Fan MailWhat if the sport you loved left a permanent mark on your brain?In this powerful episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, we explore the life-altering impact of repetitive brain trauma in high-impact sports like football and rodeo. Bruce is joined by Paul Frase, former NFL player, and Corey Berry, former rodeo competitor, who both open up about their personal experiences with concussions, chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and the mental health consequences that followed.Together, they discuss:The long-term risks of repeated subconcussive impactsHow CTE symptoms affect everyday life, relationships, and identityThe cultural resistance to change in sports communitiesThe urgent need for education, awareness, and advocacy—especially for parents and youth programsWhy mental health support and early intervention are critical for athletes, veterans, and survivorsThis conversation is a wake-up call for athletes, families, coaches, and policymakers. If you care about the future of sports and the minds of those who play them, this episode is a must-listen.🎧 Available now on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts 📲 Don’t forget to like, share, follow, and subscribe to help us spread awareness and protect the next generation. Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman is sponsored by The Mac Parkman FoundationSupport The Mac Parkman Foundation by donating today!https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=CR24MY2GDUCZL CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW! https://www.mpfact.com/headsmart-app/ Follow The Head Rush Podcast today!Website: https://headrushpodcast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theheadrushpodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/headrush-podcast-llcProduced by Security Halt Media