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Welcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast, Today we have the honour and privilege to welcome Andy Clark.

This week, we’re joined by one of boxing’s most respected voices, Andy Clarke, lead commentator for Sky Sports Boxing. With over two decades in the industry, Andy has earned a stellar reputation for his sharp analysis and eloquent commentary, having called some of the biggest fights across more than 25 countries.

Beyond the ring, Andy’s commentary career spans the Olympic Games, Premier League, UEFA Champions League,Euro 2004, and the 2006 FIFA World Cup, showcasing his versatility across the sporting world.

In this episode, we dive into his book ‘The Knockout: Sports Most Decisive Moment’, a captivating exploration of the knockout in boxing. Andy shares insights from the psychology behind the knockout and why it remains one of the most iconic elements in all of sport.

- Andy’s Introduction into World of Boxing and Commentary? (02:30)

- Hypotheticals and Comparing Generations (06:50)

- Motivation of the book and looking into the knock out? (10:25)

- How Knock-Outs Differs from Other Sports like Soccer/Football (16:35)

- Athlete’s Perceptions and Feelings Around the Knock (20:25)

- How Andy Commentates Around the Knock-Out (31:15)

- Fighters Mentality When Possibly Concussed (38:10)

- What the Knock-Out Dose to a Boxers Career (41:05)

- Favourite and Memorable Moments (50:10)

Andy’s social media and book:

The Knockout: Sport's Most Decisive Moment

https://www.amazon.com.au/Knockout-Sports-Most-Decisive-Moment/dp/1836001592

Instagram: @mrandyclarke

Twitter/x: @MrAndyClarke

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Welcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast, we're joined by two brilliant minds in neurosurgery and concussion research: Dr. Nitin Agarwal, Associate Professor of Neurological Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, and Dr. Raj Lavadi, Resident Physician and concussion researcher.

Dr. Agarwal brings a wealth of experience as a board-certified neurosurgeon, educator, and prolific author with over 300 peer-reviewed publications. Dr. Lavadi, currently in residency at Indian University, has already co-authored over 50 papers, with a focus on imaging biomarkers in traumatic brain injury.

Together, we dive into their recent collaborative study: “Video Analysis of Concussion Among Slap Fighting Athletes”

- Dr Lavadi & Dr Agarwal’s Involved in medicine (01:09)

- What is a concussion + Signs & Symptoms (05:20)

- Power Slap: What is the ‘sport’ and its objectives (07:35)

- Video Analysis of Concussion Among Slap Fighting Athletes (10:23)

- Common Injuries (16:51)

- Loss of Conciseness (19:01)

- Facial Dropping and Follow Up Studies (21:19)

- Your research and How Can We Support It (28:00)

Dr. Agarwal:

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/nitinagarwalmd/

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/nitinagarwalmd/

X- https://x.com/NitinAgarwalMD

Websites-

https://nitinagarwalmd.com/

https://scoli.org/

Dr Raj Lavadi:

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajlavadi/

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/rajlavadi/

X-https://x.com/RajLavadi

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Welcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast. Today we have the honour and privilege to welcome Peter Jess.

With over 40 years of experience in sports management and personal representation, Peter is a true powerhouse in the industry. As the first accredited AFL player agent in 1980, he helped shape the foundation of modern athlete representation in Australia. Globally respected for his work with high-profile athletes and professionals, Peter has been a key figure in driving industry reform. He co-founded the AFLPA’s Education and Training Board and played a pivotal role in establishing the AFL’s Agent Accreditation system. Today, he’s also a leading voice in player welfare, championing reform in concussion protocols and advocating for better long-term health outcomes for athletes.

- How Become Involved in Player Management (01:25)

- Involvement in AFLPA (02:15)

- What is Concussion and Traumatic Axonal Injury)? (04:42)

- Concussion Protocol Stand Down Times (06:40)

- Unpacking AFL litigation (09:12)

- Concussion Passports (14:19)

- Neurological Disease’s and Repercussions (16:25)

- The Role of AFL/ AFLPA in Concussion (18:59)

- Peters Lived Experience (25:06)

- Litigation Against the Club and Doctors (27:00)

- TES (30:08)

- How Do They Count Concussions (32:45)

- Where to Find/ Help (35:57)

EPISODE 70: The History of Rugby Union’s Concussion Crisis, Concussion in Sports Group and Evolution of Concussion Protocols with Professor Tony Collins

**Paul McCrory and Concussion in Sports Group Foundations (23:50)

Peter Jess:

https://www.pjaaccountants.com.au/about/

https://www.athletica.management/about-us/

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