Ep. 323: From NFL Hits to Healing Hearts: Don Cherry’s Second Act episode artwork

EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 1H 28M

Ep. 323: From NFL Hits to Healing Hearts: Don Cherry’s Second Act

from Driftwood Outdoors Podcast · host Driftwood Outdoors Podcast

Former NFL linebacker Don Cherry joins Brandon Butler and Nathan "Shags" McLeod to share his remarkable journey from professional football to groundbreaking research on service dogs and trauma recovery. Cherry opens up about life after the NFL, the impact of brain injuries, and how working with veterans and service animals led him to pursue a PhD at Mizzou.This episode explores the powerful bond between humans and animals—and how it’s helping redefine healing.For more info:ReCHAI WebsiteReCHAI FacebookSpecial thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:[email protected]

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Dec 9, 2025

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

Ep. 323: From NFL Hits to Healing Hearts: Don Cherry’s Second Act

0:00 1:28:48

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Driftwood Outdoors Podcast?

This episode is 1 hour and 28 minutes long.

When was this Driftwood Outdoors Podcast episode published?

This episode was published on December 9, 2025.

Is there a transcript available for this episode?

Yes, a full transcript is available for this episode. You can read the complete transcript on the episode page.

Can I download this Driftwood Outdoors Podcast episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!