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After his sixth documented concussion, NFL linebacker Joshua Perry decided to retire. He was only 24, but he knew that if his brain suffered anymore trauma, it could impact his cognitive functioning down the line. This week on Man Up, Perry tells Aymann about the physical and mental toll of football and the culture that teaches players of all ages to play through the pain.
Tell us what you think about this and other topics by leaving a voicemail at 805-626-8707 or emailing [email protected]. We may feature you on the show. And please tell us what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
Podcast production by Cameron Drews
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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After his sixth documented concussion, NFL linebacker Joshua Perry decided to retire. He was only 24, but he knew that if his brain suffered anymore trauma, it could impact his cognitive functioning down the line. This week on Man Up, Perry tells Aymann about the physical and mental toll of football and the culture that teaches players of all ages to play through the pain.
Tell us what you think about this and other topics by leaving a voicemail at 805-626-8707 or emailing [email protected]. We may feature you on the show. And please tell us what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
Podcast production by Cameron Drews
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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