From the Sidelines to the Boardroom: The Truth About Concussion Management with Eddie Farah.What really happens when an elite sports physio steps out of the professional arena and into the world of business, mentoring, and community sport?In this powerful episode, we sit down with Eddie Farah - elite NRL physio - to unpack the evolution of concussion management, the cultural battle around player honesty and the uncomfortable “gray areas” that still exist in sport today.This isn’t just a clinical discussion.It’s a raw, honest conversation about pressure, responsibility and the tension between a player’s desire to return… and the long-term risks they may not fully understand.What We Cover

• The transition from professional sport to business leadership
• Mentoring the next generation of physios
• The biggest gaps in concussion management today
• The “Category One vs Category Two” grey zone
• Why players still hide symptoms
• The cultural shift required to truly protect athletes

• Concussion isn’t just a professional sport issue.
• It affects local clubs, junior leagues, parents and volunteers.

• Why lower-level concussions are often under-managed
• The role governing bodies like the NRL and AFL play in setting standards
• How education, culture and honest reporting are just as critical as medical protocols
• If we want safer sport, it starts with better conversations - and better systems.

Community sport challenges vs professional sport systemsPrevention, rule changes and what the future must look likeWhy This Episode MattersWe explore:Chapters0:21 – Introduction0:47 – Meet Eddie Farah1:57 – Eddie’s journey and concussion experience in rugby5:26 – Professional vs Community Sport differences8:29 – The grey area between Category One & Two concussions13:27 – Current protocols in NRL & AFL24:24 – Return-to-play explained29:20 – Community sport challenges43:12 – The future: prevention, rule changes & education50:05 – Final reflectionsWhether you’re a coach, physio, administrator, parent, or athlete - this conversation will change how you think about concussion.🎧 Listen now.Because protecting players starts long before the final siren.Disclaimer:The content in this podcast is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult yo3ur healthcare team for your specific situation.