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Concussion Talk Podcast

432 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratings

Concussion Talk Podcasts will feature interviews with; doctors, physiotherapists, who work in the field of concussion and brain injury, others in the medical field, athletes, trainers, coaches, others in sport, athletics and exercise (such as Pilates, Yoga, and other exercise instructors), and community brain injury and concussion groups, and others! Get bonus content on Patreon

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Episodes

Concussion Chats - Episode 26 - Loss of identity, positive attitude, and finding help with Jaclyn

May 10, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 72.2 MB

Jaclyn is a 23 year old who, in 2019, received multiple concussions in a 5 month span ending her college soccer career and leading her to PCS. She will be sharing her experience on finishing college despite these circumstances, dealing with loss of identity, the importance of finding the right health care professional, as well as the variety of treatments she underwent to get her life back. It was this experience that ultimately solidified her drive to start physical therapy school this comin...

Episode 86 - CrashCourse by TeachAids with Scott Anderson

May 04, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 54.8 MB

TeachAids is a social venture that grew out of Stanford and Dr. Piya Sorcar's doctoral work. "This effort grew into a collaborative consortium of world-class experts from disciplines including education, medicine, communications, technology, and design thinking. The Institutional Review Board-approved research and methodology has demonstrated statistically significant gains in learning and retention, and provided the highest learning effects and comfort rates of any tested educational approac...

CrashCourse by TeachAids with Scott Anderson

May 04, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 54.8 MB

TeachAids is a social venture that grew out of Stanford and Dr. Piya Sorcar's doctoral work. "This effort grew into a collaborative consortium of world-class experts from disciplines including education, medicine, communications, technology, and design thinking. The Institutional Review Board-approved research and methodology has demonstrated statistically significant gains in learning and retention, and provided the highest learning effects and comfort rates of any tested educational approac...

Concussion Chats - Episode 25 - There's a poetry to recovery with Alan B.

May 03, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 71.2 MB

Alan is a former professional boxer that now coaches. For years he has told his wife that something still wasn’t right in his head. When his wife and children noticed him becoming more angry, confused, depressed, and showing inappropriate behaviors they took him to the doctor. After numerous doctors, CTs and MRIs he was diagnosed with Dementia Pujulistica and Probable CTE at John Hopkins in 2017. Since then Alan has started writing poems about his experience and continues to fight for his lif...

Phoenix Concussion Recovery - Episode 17 - POTS in Depth (with Kristina Hanson)

April 21, 2021 09:00 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MB

Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. Lauren is back, and she's talking about POTS with Kristina! Pun (play on words really) at 34:35. Well done Kristina!Follow Lauren and Phoenix Concussion Recovery on Twitter @LZconcussion or go to the Phoenix Concussion Recovery website! Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 85 - Computational Neuroscience with Dr. Frances Skinner

April 20, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

Dr. Frances Skinner is a Senior Scientist of Computational Neuroscience at the Krembil Brain Institute's Krembil Research Institute. My first question, of course, was 'what is computational neuroscience?' I had seen a tweet from Krembil Brain Institute in which Dr. Skinner was tagged or to which she replied, but either way when I saw the title Computational Neuroscientist I had to find out more! Along with some deciphering as to what computational neuroscience entails, we also discuss the com...

Computational Neuroscience with Dr. Frances Skinner

April 20, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MB

Dr. Frances Skinner is a Senior Scientist of Computational Neuroscience at the Krembil Brain Institute's Krembil Research Institute. My first question, of course, was 'what is computational neuroscience?' I had seen a tweet from Krembil Brain Institute in which Dr. Skinner was tagged or to which she replied, but either way when I saw the title Computational Neuroscientist I had to find out more! Along with some deciphering as to what computational neuroscience entails, we also discuss the com...

Concussion Chats - Episode 24 - PCS, life changes, self-advocacy with Nick K

April 19, 2021 09:00 - 41 minutes - 56.7 MB

Nick is a 2x TBI survivor, currently battling PCS and an online nutritional coach and will be sharing his story and hopefully a few tips and tricks for recovery and managing PCS. We talk about what "in your head" means, about being your own best advocate, documenting recovery and more!Concussion Chats is a podcast hosted by the McGill Students for the Concussion Legacy Foundation, with the help of Nick from Concussion Talk. This podcast is dedicated to providing strength and hope, to those su...

Concussion is a brain injury. What Does That Mean?

April 13, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 4.58 MB

Visit www.concussiontalk.com for the link to the course Lauren Ziaks, DPT, and I did on Listenable. Thank you for all of your support. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Concussion Chats - Episode 23 - Get to Know - Neuroscience, psychology, NLBIA and Erin Guilfoyle

April 12, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MB

Emily, Taya, and Nick ask their fourth co-host, Erin Guilfoyle how she became so interested in brain injury that she move to a different city to learn more about how best to help others, and how it led to her job as at the Newfoundland and Labrador Brain Injury Association (NLBIA), and to her being a co-host on Concussion Talk Podcast. We find out more about Erin's interests outside of work as well!Concussion Chats is a podcast hosted by the McGill Students for the Concussion Legacy Foundatio...

Concussion Chats - Episode 22 - Mindset, ask for help, celebrate the wins, with Ashley

April 05, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 60 MB

Living with PCS, 3 years ago Ashley’s life was changed forever. What she thought was going to be a simple recreational game with friends on a Monday night, changed her life. Ashley will be speaking about how her positive mindset has become stronger than ever, how celebrating the little wins daily keeps you sane, and overcoming the dread of asking and seeking help. The toughest part was accepting she couldn’t do it all. She will also discuss how asking for help and leaning on friends, family, ...

KYHU Wellness Plan

April 01, 2021 09:00 - 53 minutes - 98.7 MB

In this podcast Allie and Felicia of the Keep Your Head Up Foundation chat with Sarah HBSc, MScOT, OT Reg (Ont.) about how people recovering from concussion or brain injury can use their wellness plan tool to support their mental and physical wellbeing through recovery. Tune in to find different ways to use the tool that may best support you!https://www.keepyourheadup.ca/ Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See ...

The Post Concussion Podcast with Bella Paige

March 30, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

Bella Paige was just recently on Concussion Chats where she discussed her 10 + concussions! Bella is the owner of Post Concussion Inc., and the host of The Post Concussion Podcast. We talk about her concussions, what she found challenging, what, if anything, were the differences between concussions, what having a concussion focused podcast is like, and helping others on their own concussion journey. Recognizing the uniqueness of each one. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://...

Episode 84 - The Post Concussion Podcast with Bella Paige

March 30, 2021 09:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

Bella Paige was just recently on Concussion Chats where she discussed her 10 + concussions! Bella is the owner of Post Concussion Inc., and the host of The Post Concussion Podcast. We talk about her concussions, what she found challenging, what, if anything, were the differences between concussions, what having a concussion focused podcast is like, and helping others on their own concussion journey. Recognizing the uniqueness of each one. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://...

Concussion Chats - Episode 21 - Therapy comes in different forms! Art & PCS with Allison

March 29, 2021 09:00 - 40 minutes - 56 MB

Allison is a therapist, author, wife, mother of 2 teenagers, breast cancer and post-concussion syndrome survivor, volunteer in her community, and now, artist. She lives in a small town north of Boston and enjoys bodysurfing in the cold New England water (more carefully now), occasionally hiking in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, and looks forward to getting back into her garden after 4 years of just looking at it from her window. She also, mentors women with PCS through CLF. Through her...

Episode 83 - Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) with Chairwoman Shana De Caro

March 23, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MB

In this episode Erin and I talk to Shana De Caro, the Chairwoman of the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA). Shana talks about the important mission of the organization; the resources available to brain injury survivors and caregivers, including what to expect for adults and children, whether that's around the home, at work or at school. Shana also discusses the current challenges for advocacy, treatment, and the difficulty with diagnosis during COVID 19. Shana is the De Caro of De Car...

Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) with Chairwoman Shana De Caro

March 23, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MB

In this episode Erin and I talk to Shana De Caro, the Chairwoman of the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA). Shana talks about the important mission of the organization; the resources available to brain injury survivors and caregivers, including what to expect for adults and children, whether that's around the home, at work or at school. Shana also discusses the current challenges for advocacy, treatment, and the difficulty with diagnosis during COVID 19. Shana is the De Caro of De Car...

Interview Series Episode 2 - Dr. David Ellemberg, neuropsychologist

March 22, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 68.3 MB

Dr. David Ellemburg is a neuropsychologist researcher at University of Montreal. Dr. Ellemburg is focused on understanding the organization and functional plasticity of the human brain during its development, recovery from brain injury and the limits of this plasticity In this episode he discusses what research is currently working on in regards to TBI and concussions in sports.Concussion Chats is a podcast hosted by the McGill Students for the Concussion Legacy Foundation, with the help of N...

Episode 82 - Habits, Habit Creation and "Recovery" (whatever that means to you) with Ella Sofia

March 16, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MB

In this episode Erin and I talk to Ella Sofia, who is a Habit Coach and content creator at www.retrainyourbrain.ca. In January 2008, at age 14, Ella suffered a hemorrhagic stroke due to an AVM (arteriovenous malformation) rupture in her cerebellum. Ella now specializes in the mind's role in habit creation and its benefits for mental health and mental rehabilitation. What is a "habit", and why is it an important tool for rehabilitation? Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://sup...

Habits, Habit Creation and "Recovery" (whatever that means to you) with Ella Sofia

March 16, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MB

In this episode Erin and I talk to Ella Sofia, who is a Habit Coach and content creator at www.retrainyourbrain.ca. In January 2008, at age 14, Ella suffered a hemorrhagic stroke due to an AVM (arteriovenous malformation) rupture in her cerebellum. Ella now specializes in the mind's role in habit creation and its benefits for mental health and mental rehabilitation. What is a "habit", and why is it an important tool for rehabilitation? Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://sup...

Concussion Chats - Episode 20 - Severe traumatic brain injury, coma & attitude (Me, Me, Me)

March 15, 2021 09:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MB

Nick Mercer (that’s me!) is the creator and writer of Concussion Talk blog – since 2010 – and host and producer of Concussion Talk Podcast – since 2015.In August 2003, while in Victoria, B.C., doing his Master’s of Public Administration at UVic, he was severely brain injured while riding his bike. He was in a medically induced coma for two weeks, and in in-patient rehabilitation at home in St. John’s, NL for 6 months learning how to walk and talk. He also spent a lot of time with occupational...

Concussion Chats - Episode 19 - Horse riding, 10+ concussions, different responses (Bella Paige)

March 08, 2021 10:00 - 31 minutes - 43 MB

Bella Paige is the owner of Post Concussion Inc., a website to help brain injury survivors and their families. After sustaining over 10 concussions and experiencing post-concussion syndrome for nearly 9 years, she realized that she could help others. She is also partaking in her Masters of Applied Neuroscience, focusing on mental health, and can't wait to share what she learns. Though Bella still struggles with symptoms, she is now living happily with PCS and believes you can too!Concussion C...

Episode 81 - Two Different Stories, One Book (Ethan O'Brien & Dr. Sasha Blaskovich)

March 02, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MB

On episode 81 Erin and I talk to Ethan O'Brien and Dr. Sasha Blaskovich. Although each have unique concussion stories, and followed different paths, the two came together to co-author, "Dr. B's Concussion Breakthrough" (a #1 Amazon Best Selling Book)! We discuss their stories, concussion symptoms, Dr. Blaskovich's practice and why they wrote a book together. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy a...

Two Different Stories, One Book (Ethan O'Brien & Dr. Sasha Blaskovich)

March 02, 2021 10:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MB

On episode 81 Erin and I talk to Ethan O'Brien and Dr. Sasha Blaskovich. Although each have unique concussion stories, and followed different paths, the two came together to co-author, "Dr. B's Concussion Breakthrough" (a #1 Amazon Best Selling Book)! We discuss their stories, concussion symptoms, Dr. Blaskovich's practice and why they wrote a book together. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...

Concussion Chats - Episode 18 - Concussion care and management, naturally (Brigitta)

March 01, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MB

Dr. Brigitta is a Naturopathic Doctor and Primary Care Paramedic with a mission to help active individuals braving concussion recovery, mental illness, and memory loss reclaim and optimize their resilient brains, naturally. With over a decade of experience as a paramedic, Brigitta has witnessed firsthand the care and management of concussions in both the Prehospital and Emergency Department settings. As a Naturopathic Intern on the Sports Medicine focus shift, she had the opportunity to mento...

SPECIAL - Concussions and Mental Health

February 25, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 112 MB

In this special episode, the 'Concussions and Mental Health Student Speaker Series' event that was held on February 18th, 2021, will be released as a podcast. This initiative was organized by the Concussion Legacy Foundation chapters at Laurier, the University of Toronto, and Ryerson, and includes student speakers who share their concussion stories, and the impact their concussions have had on their mental health and well being. The speakers include Nicole Bass, Theadora Verwey, Abdullah Rahi...

Episode 80 - Brain Injury and the U.S. Legal System (Michael Kaplen)

February 23, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 30 MB

On episode 80, Erin and I talk to Michael Kaplen of De Caro & Kaplen, a law firm in New York that specializes in brain injury. We talk to Michael about his legal background that lead him to a focus on brain injury, and what he has learned along the way, including his years as president of the Brain Injury Association of New York State. We also talk about the course, Michael Kaplen teaches at George Washington University Law School, about brain injury and the U.S. law. Get bonus content on Pat...

Brain Injury and the U.S. Legal System (Michael Kaplen)

February 23, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 30 MB

On episode 80, Erin and I talk to Michael Kaplen of De Caro & Kaplen, a law firm in New York that specializes in brain injury. We talk to Michael about his legal background that lead him to a focus on brain injury, and what he has learned along the way, including his years as president of the Brain Injury Association of New York State. We also talk about the course, Michael Kaplen teaches at George Washington University Law School, about brain injury and the U.S. law. Get bonus content on Pat...

Concussion Chats - Episode 17 - Concussion, meditation, and trying different therapies (Jordan)

February 22, 2021 10:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MB

Jordan is a Personal Trainer and a Chronic Illness Coach who has fully recovered from a Traumatic Brain Injury as well as Chronic Lyme Disease. Jordan uses his social media platforms to show what life can be like post-recovery and how to get there. Jordan believes in the power of the mind and swears by his consistent meditation practice.Concussion Chats is a podcast hosted by the McGill Students for the Concussion Legacy Foundation, with the help of Nick from Concussion Talk. This podcast is ...

BRAINIAC - Episode 5 - Snowboarding, soccer, multiple concussions, with Tate Paul

February 18, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MB

On the fifth episode of BRAINIAC, Edina Bijvoet, president of the University of Toronto chapter of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, interviews Tate Paul. Tate grew up snowboarding and playing soccer, and has sustained multiple concussions. Tate also speaks to her experience playing soccer in Maine on an athletic scholarship, and how submaximal exercise has contributed to her concussion recovery.Be sure to check out University of Toronto's Concussion Legacy Foundation Chapter's website , Face...

BRAINIAC - Snowboarding, soccer, multiple concussions, with Tate Paul

February 18, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MB

On the fifth episode of BRAINIAC, Edina Bijvoet, president of the University of Toronto chapter of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, interviews Tate Paul. Tate grew up snowboarding and playing soccer, and has sustained multiple concussions. Tate also speaks to her experience playing soccer in Maine on an athletic scholarship, and how submaximal exercise has contributed to her concussion recovery.Be sure to check out University of Toronto's Concussion Legacy Foundation Chapter's website , Face...

Making Headway Podcast (Mariah Morgan & Eryn Martin)

February 15, 2021 19:36 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

Eryn and Mariah were good friends, then Mariah was brain injured, then Eryn was brain injured. Now they're good friends with a podcast! Inspired by their own, unique, but bonding experiences!Check out Mariah and Eryn on Making Headway Podcast! Subscribe and review! Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 79 - Making Headway Podcast (Mariah Morgan & Eryn Martin)

February 15, 2021 19:36 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

Eryn and Mariah were good friends, then Mariah was brain injured, then Eryn was brain injured. Now they're good friends with a podcast! Inspired by their own, unique, but bonding experiences!Check out Mariah and Eryn on Making Headway Podcast! Subscribe and review! Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Concussion Chats - Episode 16 - Figuring it out after concussion (Laura G.)

February 15, 2021 10:01 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MB

…And seeing the positives.Laura Grabe has been playing basketball since she was 10. While playing basketball, she has suffered three concussions. While sometimes it has been tough, there is always a bright side.Concussion Chats is a podcast hosted by the McGill Students for the Concussion Legacy Foundation, with the help of Nick from Concussion Talk. This podcast is dedicated to providing hope and strength to those suffering from concussions through sharing experiences. Join us to hear record...

Concussion Chats - Episode 15 - Severe Traumatic Brain Injury & Motivation (Curtis A.)

February 08, 2021 10:00 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MB

Curtis is a motivational speaker, who shares his stories and recovery journey of being an extremely severe traumatic brain injury survivor. On his Instagram, he consistently posts about different activities/challenges that he does to measure his recovery and to motivate others. His Instagram handle is @curtisanderson6Concussion Chats is a podcast hosted by the McGill Students for the Concussion Legacy Foundation, with the help of Nick from Concussion Talk. This podcast is dedicated to providi...

Episode 78 - Intimate Partner Violence & Traumatic Brain Injury

February 02, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 93.8 MB

In this important podcast, Dr. Angela Colantonio, Lin Haag, Karen Mason, Dr. Paul Van Donkelaar, Lauren Ziaks (Phoenix Concussion Recovery), ABI Reasearch Lab, and the SOAR Project, discuss the intimate partner violence (IPV) and the all-too-often ignored connection with traumatic brain injury (TBI)! Sophia Gutierez - episode 3 of BRANIAC podcast - was instrumental in putting this episode together, and she helps guide the discussion. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://suppo...

Intimate Partner Violence & Traumatic Brain Injury

February 02, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 93.8 MB

In this important podcast, Dr. Angela Colantonio, Lin Haag, Karen Mason, Dr. Paul Van Donkelaar, Lauren Ziaks (Phoenix Concussion Recovery), ABI Reasearch Lab, and the SOAR Project, discuss the intimate partner violence (IPV) and the all-too-often ignored connection with traumatic brain injury (TBI)! Sophia Gutierez - episode 3 of BRANIAC podcast - was instrumental in putting this episode together, and she helps guide the discussion. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://suppo...

Concussion Chats - Episode 14 - Concussion/TBI, Disability, and the workplace (Claudia)

January 31, 2021 13:06 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MB

Claudia is a human resources professional, diversity and inclusive advocate, longtime volunteer in the Montreal community, and a concussion survivor. In the process of returning to work she’s been faced with some challenges, but has also learned something about reasonable accommodations and disclosure of a medical condition. She hopes others can benefit from her experience, and while it is still an ongoing and learning experience for her as well, she’s also equally interested in the feedback ...

Concussion Chats - Episode 13 - Goals, goal setting & taking time (Wendy)

January 25, 2021 10:00 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MB

Wendy is a retired teacher who has been dealing with chronic pain for more than 30 years and persistent symptoms of concussion for the past 3.5 years. She will be sharing some of the information she has gathered, as well as coping strategies she uses to help her manage both conditions.We discuss goals, resting, and we get philosophical (more sociological actually).Concussion Chats is a podcast hosted by the McGill Students for the Concussion Legacy Foundation, with the help of Nick from Concu...

BRAINIAC - Hockey, competition, concussion, & being honest, with Nick Eustace

January 22, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MB

On the fourth episode of BRAINIAC, Edina Bijvoet, president of the University of Toronto chapter of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, interviews Nick Eustace, a graduate of Western University who has extensive experience with concussions. Growing up playing competitive hockey, Nick sustained many concussions, but it was a few major concussions which ultimately led to the end of his hockey career. Years later, Nick is still suffering from concussion symptoms, but has made major strides in his ...

BRAINIAC - Episode 4 - Hockey, competition, concussion, & being honest, with Nick Eustace

January 22, 2021 10:00 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MB

On the fourth episode of BRAINIAC, Edina Bijvoet, president of the University of Toronto chapter of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, interviews Nick Eustace, a graduate of Western University who has extensive experience with concussions. Growing up playing competitive hockey, Nick sustained many concussions, but it was a few major concussions which ultimately led to the end of his hockey career. Years later, Nick is still suffering from concussion symptoms, but has made major strides in his ...

Concussion Chats - Episode 12 - Acceptance & Reducing Self-blame (Louis)

January 18, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 63 MB

Louis, currently enrolled at Carleton University, is a former Rugby player, and athlete, who retired prematurely due to numerous concussions. He now spends his time playing and listening to music, reading and working out.We discuss acceptance and self-blame after concussion.Concussion Chats is a podcast hosted by the McGill Students for the Concussion Legacy Foundation, with the help of Nick from Concussion Talk. This podcast is dedicated to providing hope and strength to those suffering from...

Concussion Chats - Interview Series Episode 1 -Dr. Hilary Duncan, neuropsychologist

December 21, 2020 10:00 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB

Dr. Hilary Duncan is a clinical psychologist with over 10 years of professional experience, including 8 years at Concordia University where she completed specialized training in neuropsychological assessment. Her training includes positions at the ADHD Clinic of the Royal Victoria Hospital, The Jewish General Hospital Memory Clinic, and the Johns Hopkins Hospital Neurorehabilitation Unit in Baltimore. She also works in her private practice in the Plateau.Concussion Chats is a podcast hosted b...

Concussion Chats - Episode 11 - Finding joy after a brain injury (Baillie A.)

December 14, 2020 10:00 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MB

Baillie Aaron credits getting hit by a car with launching her on a journey toward finding her inner joy. As a former CEO, she learned to let go of control and to allow, accept and flow with the present moment. She looks forward to sharing the many healing modalities she tried - from somatic experiencing, EMDR, craniosacral, vestibular, meditation, yoga - in the hope of supporting others with their paths of healing and joy. In our discussion we talk about support group dynamics, social interac...

Episode 77 - Brain Injury Challenges; Mountains of my Mind (Jill Wheatley)

December 08, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MB

On episode 77 Jill Wheatley, Mountains of my Mind, tells the story of how a baseball to her head in Germany has led her to Nepal. Jill's story is about hopes, dreams, and their fluidity. How they change, yet bring even greater joy! Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brain Injury Challenges; Mountains of my Mind (Jill Wheatley)

December 08, 2020 10:00 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MB

On episode 77 Jill Wheatley, Mountains of my Mind, tells the story of how a baseball to her head in Germany has led her to Nepal. Jill's story is about hopes, dreams, and their fluidity. How they change, yet bring even greater joy! Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Concussion Chats - Episode 10 - Understanding & Learning about TBI (Marc P.)

December 07, 2020 10:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MB

Marc suffered a concussion almost 9 years ago playing basketball. He has been collecting ways of dealing with his symptoms ever since. He is an educator in a learning centre, a part-time professor and a proud father.A short description, but an excellent, inward looking talk. Marc understands that the brain injury journey is not so much about knowing, but about learning. Get bonus content on Patreon Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/concussion-talk-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Concussion Chats - Episode 9 - Concussions, allopathic medicine, holistic medicine (David B.)

November 30, 2020 10:00 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MB

David first became injured in August of 2006 following 2 mTBIs within 10-minutes. He also suffers from fibromyalgia and PTSD amoungst other injuries and damages. Learning to free himself form an unhelpful medical system was the best move he ever made and it kept him alive to this day. He works as an energy and reiki instructor and has found may listed ways to heal mind, brain, and spirit. He is now in his 2nd year of podcasting and video casting for post-concussion syndrome awareness worldwid...

BRAINAC - Episode 3 - Concussion stories, insight & inspiration with Sophia Gutierrez

November 26, 2020 11:31 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

On the third episode of BRAINIAC, Edina Bijvoet, president of the University of Toronto chapter of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, will interview Sophia Gutierrez, a University of Toronto Kinesiology student. Sophia has sustained 2 concussions, and shares her concussion story with listeners. Although Sophia has an extensive sport background, one of her concussions was actually sustained through an assault. Her recovery and her perspective is highly insightful!Be sure to check out University...

BRAINAC - Concussion stories, insight & inspiration with Sophia Gutierrez

November 26, 2020 11:31 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MB

On the third episode of BRAINIAC, Edina Bijvoet, president of the University of Toronto chapter of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, will interview Sophia Gutierrez, a University of Toronto Kinesiology student. Sophia has sustained 2 concussions, and shares her concussion story with listeners. Although Sophia has an extensive sport background, one of her concussions was actually sustained through an assault. Her recovery and her perspective is highly insightful!Be sure to check out University...

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