Conspiracy Theories The NFL's Concussion Coverups Pt. 1
Feb 1, 2021
The podcast explores the dark side of America's beloved football, uncovering the tragic toll of concussions on players' mental and physical health. Heartbreaking stories of suicides linked to head injuries reveal the NFL's alleged negligence. Groundbreaking research on chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) highlights the hidden dangers of the sport. Personal narratives shed light on the struggles faced by former athletes, and key discussions among neurosurgeons uncover alarming truths about player safety and the urgent need for reform.
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Mike Webster's Tragic Decline
- Mike Webster, known as Iron Mike, was a legendary Steelers center famed for his strength and resilience.
- After football, he exhibited dementia-like symptoms and life challenges linked to repeated head trauma.
Concussion Mechanics Explained
- Concussions result from the brain slapping against the skull, damaging microscopic fibers called axons.
- Football collisions generate forces up to 150 Gs, similar to dangerous car crashes, repeated multiple times per game.
Bennett Omalu's Breakthrough Discovery
- Bennett Omalu, a Nigerian-born pathologist, detected tau protein buildup in Mike Webster's brain.
- This indicated a novel brain condition, later named Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE).
