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Chris Nowinski is a former football player at Harvard University and professional wrestler with WWE, World Wrestling Entertainment. After enduring a career-ending head injury, Chris has dedicated his professional life to serving patients and families affected by brain trauma, particularly Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that develops after repeated head injuries. Jay and Chris discuss the state of head injuries in American athletics, the difference between advocating for head safety at youth and professional levels, Chris’ newest research, and much more. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:50) changes in the culture around concussions in the past two decades (02:39) padded helmet technology (03:55) concussion reporting in the NFL (10:35) Chris’ career path and concussion history (14:52) connecting with activists who haven’t themselves suffered a traumatic brain injury (17:42) SHAAKE - a new sign to identify concussions (20:53) Unions can help players advocate for safety policies (23:10) final thoughts and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
Are you an aspiring attorney? The Legal Gist shares the journeys and stories from diverse, leading law students and attorneys. Learn about the gist of various legal practices, from corporate law to public interest. Hosted by Giselle Valdez, a first-generation Latina law student at Columbia Law School.
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Lift as you Climb: The First Latinx Editors-in-Chief of Columbia Law Review | Liliana and Jeff
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The second episode focuses on Liliana Zaragoza and Jeff Rivas, the first Latina and Latino Editors-in-Chief of Columbia Law Review. Listen to how their families and shared Latinx identity have influenced their legal journeys. Gain insight into the gist of law review, from the write-on process to how Liliana and Jeff have utilized their platform as …
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Vanessa's Story: Becoming A Leading Black Woman Partner at Davis Polk
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Welcome to The Legal Gist's first episode! Learn about Vanessa Jackson's inspiring journey to become a Corporate Finance Partner at Davis Polk in NYC. Listen to her helpful advice on overcoming imposter syndrome as a woman of color in the legal field, in addition to learning if corporate law is right for you. Learn how her diverse perspective has i…
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