Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman
Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman is presented by The Mac Parkman Foundation
The mission of this show and the foundation is To serve as a source of information, resources, and communications to the community of parents, coaches/Athletic trainers, medical staff, and athletes that are affected by sports-related concussions and to raise awareness of the long-term implications of concussive and sub-concussive trauma to our children.
Broken Brains will also explore how Concussive Trauma impacts our Service Members and Veterans.
Join us every week as Bruce interviews leaders and experts in various Medical fields, as well as survivors of Concussive trauma.
Produced by Security Halt Media
Episodes
113 episodes
Bruce Parkman on Why Brain Injury Research Isn't Enough: The Urgent Need for Action | Broken Brains Podcast
How much more research do we need before we start taking meaningful action to protect brains?In this solo episode of the Broken Brains Podcast, Bruce Parkman delivers a powerful message about the growing brain health crisis affecting ath...
Robert Gallery on NFL Brain Trauma, Ibogaine, and the Future of Brain Health | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 99
What happens when the hits stop, but the symptoms don't?In Episode 99 of the Broken Brains Podcast, Bruce Parkman sits down with former NFL offensive lineman Robert Gallery for a powerful conversation about repetitive brain trauma, life ...
Bruce Parkman on Brain Health, Contact Sports, and Protecting the Most Important Organ You'll Ever Own | Broken Brains Podcast
What if the biggest threat to your long-term health isn't what you eat or how much you exercise—but the impacts your brain experiences every day?In this solo episode of The Broken Brains Podcast, Bruce Parkman explores the complexity, fr...
How Contact Sports May Harm Young Brains: A Personal Story
What happens when personal tragedy becomes a mission to save lives?In this episode of the Broken Brains Podcast, Bruce Parkman shares the heartbreaking story behind the creation of the Mac Parkman Foundation and his ongoing fight to rais...
Todd Strader on Blast Exposure, Brain Injury, and the Future of Veteran Brain Health | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 97
What if the greatest threat to a warfighter's brain isn't a visible injury—but the cumulative effects of blast exposure over time?In Episode 97 of the Broken Brains Podcast, Bruce Parkman sits down with Todd Strader to discuss the...
How to Protect Your Child's Brain in Youth Sports: 7 Essential Tips
Bruce Parkman discusses how parents can navigate youth sports to prioritize children's brain health, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right coaches, understanding contact practices, and focusing on fun and development over winning.
Scott Roessler on Ibogaine, PTSD Recovery, and Brain Healing | The Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 96
What happens when traditional treatments fail veterans suffering from trauma, PTSD, and repetitive brain injury?In Episode 96 of The Broken Brains Podcast, Bruce Parkman sits down with retired Green Beret Scott Roessler to discuss his po...
Bruce Parkman on Hidden Mental Health Struggles in Children, Parenting Vigilance, and Suicide Prevention | Broken Brains Podcast
In this deeply personal solo episode of Broken Brains, Bruce Parkman shares a powerful and emotional story about his son’s mental health journey.Through reflection, honesty, and hard-earned perspective, Bruce highli...
Dr. Mark Gordon on Neuroinflammation, TBI, and Advanced Brain Health Protocols | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 95
In Episode 95 of Broken Brains, host Bruce Parkman sits down with Mark Gordon, a pioneer in treating traumatic brain injuries through a functional, data-driven lens.This episode dives deep into neuroinflammation, the hidden driv...
Bruce Parkman on Parenting, Resilience, and Letting Kids Be Kids | Broken Brains Podcast
Are we raising tough kids—or are we raising resilient ones?In this powerful solo episode of Broken Brains, Bruce Parkman shares raw, honest reflections on parenting, challenging the idea that children need to be “tough” to succe...
William Person on G-Forces, Brain Trauma, and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 94
In Episode 94 of Broken Brains, host Bruce Parkman sits down with William Person, a former Team USA Olympic bobsledder turned brain health advocate.This eye-opening conversation exposes the hidden dangers of extreme...
The Mac Parkman Foundation Florida Veterans Brain Health & Suicide Prevention Program.
In this episode of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman, Bruce dives deep into cutting-edge mental health treatments transforming the lives of veterans. From ketamine therapy to neuroplasticity-based brain supplementation, this epis...
Chuck and Mary Hansen on CTE, Concussion Awareness, and Youth Sports Safety | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 93
In this powerful episode of Broken Brains, host Bruce Parkman sits down with Chuck Hansen and Mary Hansen, founders of the Evan R. Hansen Legacy Foundation.Together, they share the story of their son Evan—a young athlete ...
Mac Parkman Foundation webinar built specifically for veterans, families, and clinicians
What if the rage, depression, and suicidal thoughts so many veterans carry are not PTSD at all, but physical brain damage from blast exposure? In this episode of Broken Brains, host Bruce Parkman opens up about his own battle with traumatic bra...
Repetitive Brain Trauma, PTSD, and the Treatments Actually Working for Veterans and Athletes | Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman Ep. 92
Episode 92 of Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman features Dr. Shauna Springer, one of the most respected voices in trauma psychology and veteran mental health. Bruce and Dr. Springer dig into why so many veterans and athletes get misdiagnosed, wh...
Bruce Parkman on CTE, Brain Damage, and Preventing Repetitive Head Trauma | Broken Brains Podcast
What is really causing CTE—and can it be prevented?In this episode, Bruce Parkman discusses:What CTE is and why it matters The role of repetitive head impacts Brain trauma in youth sports
Corey Russell and Peyton Smith on Brain Trauma, Blast Exposure, and ROE Lab | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 91
What are repetitive blasts and head impacts really doing to the brain?In Episode 91, Corey Russell and Peyton Smith join the show to discuss brain trauma, military blast exposure, and the science behind supporting brain health.Top...
Bruce Parkman on Contact Sports, Concussions, and Brain Safety for Kids | Broken Brains Podcast
What should parents know before putting their kids into contact sports?In this episode, Bruce Parkman discusses:Brain trauma and concussions in youth sports Risks associated with contact sports Why...
Kimberly Archie on Youth Sports, Cheerleading, and Repetitive Brain Trauma | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 90
What if the sports we encourage our children to play are creating long-term risks for brain injury?Bruce Parkman sits down with Kimberly Archie to discuss repetitive brain trauma, youth sports safety, cheerleading, football, and the refo...
Bruce Parkman on 7 Daily Habits to Protect Your Brain for Life | Broken Brains Podcast
Bruce Parkman discusses practical habits that can improve brain health, reduce inflammation, and support long-term cognitive performance.In This Episode, We Cover:Sleep and brain detox Exercise and neurop...
Stephanie Samuels on Brain Trauma, PTSD & Mental Health in First Responders, Ep 89
Stephanie Samuels joins Bruce Parkman to discuss repetitive head trauma, PTSD, concussions, and the mental health challenges affecting first responders and veterans.In This Episode, We Cover:Brain trauma and repetitive...
Bruce Parkman on Concussion Recovery, Brain Healing & the 30-Day Rule | Broken Brains Podcast
Episode Summary: Bruce Parkman discusses why proper recovery after a concussion is essential and why returning to activity too quickly can increase the risk of long-term damage.In This Episode, We Cover:Conc...
Bethany Lewis on Concussions, Neuroplasticity & Protecting Kids from Brain Injury | Broken Brains Podcast Episode 88
Bethany Lewis joins Bruce Parkman to discuss the realities of concussions, the dangers of repetitive brain trauma, and how parents can better protect their children.In This Episode, We Cover:Concussions and repetitive brain t...
Bruce Parkman on The Truth About Helmets & Brain Injury in Contact Sports | Broken Brains Podcast
Bruce Parkman breaks down the limitations of helmets in contact sports and explains why they fail to prevent brain injury. This episode highlights the importance of understanding brain mechanics and improving safety practices.In This ...
Tait Fletcher on Brain Injury, Mental Health & Recovery from Trauma | Broken Brains Podcast | EP 87
TaitFletcher joins Bruce Parkman to discuss the impact of traumatic brain injury, the hidden dangers of subconcussive trauma, and innovative approaches to healing and recovery.In This Episode, We Cover:Traumatic brain ...
