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Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman

Bruce Parkman
Traumatic Brain Injury
Concussions
CTE
Brain Injury
Brain Health
Veterans
Mental Health
Neuroinflammation
The Mac Parkman Foundation
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Repetitive Head Impacts
Repetitive Brain Trauma
Ibogaine
Mac Parkman Foundation
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
NFL
Blast Exposure
Concussion
Sleep
Suicide

Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman is presented by The Mac Parkman FoundationThe 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-conc... more

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For years, the conversation surrounding repetitive brain trauma focused almost entirely on the problem.

Today, there's something we've never had before—hope.

In this episode of Broken Brains, Bruce Parkman shares why the upcoming ... more

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Dr. Chris Frueh on Operator Syndrome, Brain Trauma & Veteran Mental Health

What if what we've been calling PTSD is only part of the story?

In this Season 1 Remix of Broken Brains, Bruce Parkman revisits one of the podcast's most i... more

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Soccer is often viewed as one of the safest youth sports.

But what if one of its most fundamental skills—heading the ball—is causing damage that lasts a lifetime?

In this episode of Broken Brains, host Bruce Parkman explores the s... more

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One hundred episodes. Countless conversations. One mission.

In this special milestone episode of Broken Brains, Bruce Parkman pauses to reflect on the incredible journey that brought the podcast to its 100th episode. What began as ... more

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Robert Gallery
Former NFL offensive lineman
Oakland Raiders, Seattle Seahawks, New England Patriots
Episode: Robert Gallery on NFL Brain Trauma, Ibogaine, and the Future of Brain Health | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 99
Todd Strader
Former U.S. Army Mortarman, founder of Over Pressured War Fighters
Over Pressured War Fighters
Episode: Todd Strader on Blast Exposure, Brain Injury, and the Future of Veteran Brain Health | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 97
Scott Michael Roessler
Retired US Army Special Operations Senior Leader; author of The Operator's Guide to the Universe
Former US Army Special Operations; Ambio Life Sciences study participant
Episode: Scott Roessler on Ibogaine, PTSD Recovery, and Brain Healing | The Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 96
William Person
Former Team USA Olympic Bob sled athlete; brain injury advocate; nonprofit founder
Recovery Center; 501(c)(3) nonprofit
Episode: William Person on G-Forces, Brain Trauma, and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 94
Chuck Hansen
Founder of Evan R. Hansen Legacy Foundation
Evan R. Hansen Legacy Foundation
Episode: Chuck and Mary Hansen on CTE, Concussion Awareness, and Youth Sports Safety | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 93
Mary Hansen
Co-founder of Evan R. Hansen Legacy Foundation
Evan R. Hansen Legacy Foundation
Episode: Chuck and Mary Hansen on CTE, Concussion Awareness, and Youth Sports Safety | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 93
Dr. Shauna Springer
Leading expert on PTSD and transitional trauma; co-hosts a weekly podcast with the Military Times; author of Fallout
Concussion/trauma research and clinical work; Military Times partnership
Episode: Repetitive Brain Trauma, PTSD, and the Treatments Actually Working for Veterans and Athletes | Broken Brains with Bruce Parkman Ep. 92
Corey Russell
Founder of ROE Lab
ROE Lab
Episode: Corey Russell and Peyton Smith on Brain Trauma, Blast Exposure, and ROE Lab | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 91
Peyton Smith
Founder of ROE Lab
ROE Lab
Episode: Corey Russell and Peyton Smith on Brain Trauma, Blast Exposure, and ROE Lab | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 91

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Bruce Parkman
Host of Broken Brains; advocate focused on concussion, brain health, and veteran care.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Excellent source of information

    If you love someone who is at risk for or has a TBI, or if that describes your own experience, this is an essential podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fmstokes
    United States4 months ago
  • The most informed host on this issue.

    The best resource for parents, athletes, and veterans when it comes to brain health. Amazing show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tobias Fulton
    United States10 months ago
  • Bananas

    The good kind

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gollywompas
    United Statesa year ago
  • Entertaining and informative

    Bruce is a compelling podcaster. His early episodes share his emotional and personal journey to get to this point and then his personal story and passion gets woven into each episode. Every episode of this show is very informative, sharing the latest groundbreaking findings in science and approaches for medical and mental health treatment as well as ways industries need to evolve to mitigate the risks associated with repetitive injuries to the brain. Thank you for putting this out in the world B... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackie | Flourish Momentum
    United States2 years ago

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A rigorous, informed take on brain injuries that feels accessible to families.
Guests consistently bring practical, science-backed insights into prevention and treatment.
The host's personal journey adds authenticity and urgency to the discussion.
Episodes mix advocacy with actionable guidance for parents, coaches, and clinicians.

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Gail Waitkun on TBI Recovery, Brain Health & the 7 Steps That Changed Her Life
Q: What are the seven steps you outline for recovery, and how do they help people practically?
The seven steps cover rest, sleep, meaningful activities, nutrition (including fats and omegas), journaling to track symptoms, and the use of supportive therapies like neurofeedback and HBOT. The framework is designed to address daily life and empower individuals to communicate effectively with clinicians to tailor a personalized recovery plan.
Gail Waitkun on TBI Recovery, Brain Health & the 7 Steps That Changed Her Life
Q: Tell us what happened to you and how it shaped your path forward.
Gail shares how a car crash and earlier concussions culminated in a traumatic brain injury, which resulted in profound isolation and symptoms. This experience sparked her mission to reinvent recovery, seek better care, and write books that translate brain science into practical strategies for families.
Dr. Robert Baric on Concussions, TBI, and Holistic Brain Health for Veterans and Athletes
Q: What led you to focus on concussions and holistic brain health?
My personal observations with my own children and patients showing that traditional concussion care often misses the deeper systemic issues, so I developed a protocol that targets brain metabolism, glymphatics, and inflammation to reduce long-term consequences.
TBI Recovery & HBOT with Green Beret Wren Murray
Q: What do you see as the biggest hurdles to broader HBOT adoption in TBI/PTSD care?
Key hurdles include medical community acceptance, insurance coverage, standardization of protocols, and the need for robust, long-term clinical data to secure widespread adoption and regulatory approval.
TBI Recovery & HBOT with Green Beret Wren Murray
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself and your military background.
The guest describes starting as an Intel operator, later serving with the 19th group as a JTAC instructor, and ultimately transitioning to focus on veteran health and HBOT through Revival Hyperbarics after sustaining TBI and blast-related injuries.

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A show focused on brain health, concussion, and the long-term effects of repetitive head trauma across sports, military service, and everyday life. Episodes frequently center on veterans' brain health, youth sports safety, neuroinflammation, and emerging therapies, often paired with deeply personal stories and advocacy for better prevention, care pathways, and access to treatment. Notable angles include parent guidance for safer youth sports, critiques of traditional medical approaches, and practical innovations from researchers and veterans shaping the field. The format often combines clinical context with lived experience to inform families, athletes, and clinicians while highlighting foundations and initiatives that fund research and sup... more

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