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/…
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3059: The Black Guy Who Tips Live 2025
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2:00:26Rod and Karen are joined by comedians JL Cauvin and Justin for the first-ever Viewer’s Choice Podcast. Thank you for listening. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT @JLCa…
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Rod and Karen recap their most recent live show and then respond to listener feedback. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT Instagram: @TheBl…
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3057: Negro to Caucasian Translation
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1:34:15Rod and Karen banter about content warnings on anime, the Jennifer Hudson show, a blinking sign, Eagles won’t go see Trump, Karen has sideburns now and Rod can wear a 3XL jacket now. Then they discuss federal employees returning to work, Trump cuts Medicare Telehealth funding, commerce secretary targes social safety nets, MSNBC talent shakeup, AI-g…
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3056: He Doing the Face Under There
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1:55:19Rod and Karen are joined by comedian Chris Lamberth to discuss how social media has changed, Chris is recording a new stand-up special, a promising date, dating, Anthony Mackie doing the face, Geoffrey Owens still struggling, an egg heist, White People News and Sword Ratchetness. Twitter: @rodimusprime…
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3055: Drug Operas
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3054: Talking About Politics Until We Get Mad
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1:26:09Rod and Karen banter about Karen a dog outside the pizza restaurant, Rod’s dentist makes Rod cancel his own appointment, a car wreck, Rod and Karen get covered in the QC Nerve, basketball goals don’t break any more and drug names. Then they discuss Republicans firing Black government workers, Florida highway patrol targeting suspected immigrants, U…
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3053: Old Aunt May
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1:31:47Rod and Karen banter about Karen found a noodle in her hoodie pocket, Smiths, Giannis is a late scratch, a confusing tea machine, Memphis dog, ax throwing in a restaurant, volcano bowl, Karen is a true gamer and what an younger hotter Aunt May says about society. Then they discuss Lisa Murkowski slams Trump firings, DOGE mass firings allowed to con…
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3052: Happy Meals For Adults
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1:18:17Rod and Karen banter about being ready to go home when you’re out with a group, the Accountant sequel, buying individual pots, a funny baby Karen saw at a game, and an adult happy meal. Then they discuss Jay-Z's not guilty, Nancy Mase, Eric Adams has charges dropped, Mark Robinson dropped CNN lawsuit, LGBTQ News, woman convicted of sex with a dog, …
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3051: Not Everybody's Flavor
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3050: Tasting Lead
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1:33:48Rod and Karen banter about always getting picked for the random scanner, inflation, FAFO, presidential approval rating, smoking out of a Sprite can, kids' entertainment going away, Patio Red Cherry, thunder sticks, new waterproof shoes, Karen saw a car with no hood on the engine and an item box. Then they discuss political news, halftime dancer won…
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3049: Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl Appreciation
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1:55:56Rod and Karen banter about Awkward Ranch Doritos, Super Bowl ads on drugs, Rod's fancy new shoes, and too much hot sauce. Then they are joined by Bassey Ikpi of "The Idea Of..." Podcast to discuss everything about the Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl halftime show. Twitter: @rodimusprime …
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3048: Camp Contraband
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1:56:16Rod and Karen are joined by author Michael Harriot to discuss watching the Super Bowl, current day boycott vs old school, the power of Black culture, post election lecturing of Black folks, his new Contraband Camp venture, the limits of keeping it real as a Black creative, companies wanting out of the DEI conversation, dealing with Trump's media bl…
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3047: Doomsday is Late
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1:29:36Rod and Karen banter about letting your mate sleep on the couch, bang bang shrimp, parents attending games with their kids, The Doomsday Clock, the sound went out at the Hornets game, John Wick walks into the wrong hotel, Karen gets very upset when the scoreboard isn’t updated, live-action horse movie, t-shirts at the game, Sinners trailer Michael …
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3046: Well Thought-Out Response To Craziness
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3045: You Can't Spell Jedi without DEI
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1:31:46Rod and Karen are joined by AC and Jake of the MCU University Podcast to discuss their origin story, why they decided to cover the MCU, movie fans vs comic book fans, kids vs adults, MCU vs DCEU, Sony Spiderman movies, how streaming changed how we consume content, how knowing too much about movies can ruin them, studio politics deciding which shows…
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3044: The Target "Boycott"
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1:39:13Rod and Karen discuss the outrage over Tabitha Brown and the boycott against Target over their rejection of DEI initiatives. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT Instagra…
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3043: Cold Fries, Hot Lead
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1:50:52Rod and Karen are joined by comedian Brandon Collins to discuss avoiding political news, people not knowing their history, how social media has affected us offline, generational differences coming to bear, the beauty of MySpace, Drunk Black History, celebs being celibate, the Oscars, Jewel performs for Robert F. Kennedy, Enrique Tarrio wants retali…
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3042: Looking At Butts
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3041: Keeping It Hip Hop
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1:38:11Rod and Karen banter about broth, restaurant playing your personal playlist, kids at Hornets games and the shady in-arena announcers at games. Then they discuss LGBTQ news, Drake gets cooked on morning TV, Method Man denies assaulting his daughter's ex, Busta Rhymes arrested for assault, Cardi B calls out OffSet, social media is cooking us as a soc…
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3040: Crypto Coonin'
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2:16:32Rod and Karen are joined by comedian JL Cauvin to discuss his new stand up special “Inauguration is My Favorite N-Word”, Trump’s meme coin, Biden pardons, DACA ruled unlawful, Trump's executive order repeals, Trump wants more death penalty drugs, Trump lifts pause on bombs to Israel, Pastor Zo's inauguration speech, Stephen A defends rappers perfor…
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3039: Lonely Flowers
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1:03:41Rod and Karen are joined by comedian Roy Wood Jr to discuss his latest stand up special “Lonely Flowers.” They discuss working out his latest album, touring, his new CNN tv show, booking the show, Arsenio saved your career, acting vs stand up, performing for Trump and the TikTok ban. Twitter: @rodimusprime…
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3038: That Chicken Big and Good!
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1:49:04Rod and Karen respond to listener feedback. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT Instagram: @TheBlackGuyWhoTips …
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PG 435: Drake Staaaaaay Suuuiiing
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1:30:38Rod, Justin, and Karen discuss supporting his nephew’s orchestra, Karen’s colonoscopy, audiobooks, Allen Stone, the Grits and Eggs podcast, the gym, the Drake lawsuit, and listener feedback. Go Premium: https://www.theblackguywhotips.com/premium/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.iHeartPodcasts által
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3037: Searching For Sasquatch
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1:46:58Topics: Rod and Karen banter about a trip to the doctor, blood pressure test, getting shots at the doctor, and Yankee Candles. Then they discuss political news, Black Capitalists (Beyonce, Muni Long, LiAngelo Ball, Sexyy Red), White People News, Disney employee pleads guilty to hacking menus, woman mistakenly texts cop instead of dealer, a shooting…
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3036: Boobs and Whatnot
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1:24:35Rod and Karen banter about a weird insult aimed at Rod, flatbread pizzas, parents who allow kids to dress in costumes, cartoon theme songs that go hard, Karen's attempted Jedi Mind Trick, and football fans who dress up in cosplay. Then they discuss political news, medical debt will no longer count against your credit score, Apple settles Siri priva…
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3035: Levity and Laughter
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1:39:45Rod and Karen respond to listener feedback. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT Instagram: @TheBlackGuyWhoTips …
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3034: Politics As Usual
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1:16:18Rod and Karen banter about how using an Amazon kiosk made Rod think about a deeper societal point. They they do a round-up of political news. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT…
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Rod and Karen banter, bringing up old conversations later; the Apple weather app gets specific; taking down Christmas decorations; Rod got gloves; the 15th Anniversary of TBGWT; the January 6th anniversary; Horizon: An American Saga; and nerdy basketball references. Then they discuss a lawsuit against Fox Sports 1. Twitter: …
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3033: Drake Comes For Lebron
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1:33:36Rod and Karen banter about vibing to music you don’t know the words to, introducing yourself to people in public vs minding your business. Then they discuss Drake's newest freestyle, Azealia Banks disses Doechii, Rick Ross' motivational mesage, Teedra Moses gets in a fight over R.Kelly, Nicki Minaj's "Big Foot" gets worse song nod, Tory Lanez's dad…
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3031: Advanced Smut Reading
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3030: The Media is the Medium
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1:47:17Rod and Karen banter about putting the phone on DND for NYE, sacred baby dap, New Year gun celebrations, and Return of the Mack. Then they discuss some suspected terrorist incidents in New Orleans and Chicago, fireworks explosions in Hawaii and Germany, a Lego display falls at an NYE ball drop event, moderate drinking is good for you now according …
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3029: See You Next Year
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1:32:29Rod and Karen banter about Rod’s gym journey, Karen likes blankets, Drake is unbelievable, and healthcare CEOs are in heaven. Then they discuss Jimmy Carter dying at age 100, Club 520 has Charleston White on their show, top 10 moments in podcasting in 2024, Mississippi Valley State performing at the inauguration, a racist landlord headed to prison,…
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Rod and Karen banter about Christmas sweaters, Karen is listening to sex audiobooks, how porn is still a job, how the gym is already packed, and using the n-word. Then they are joined by comedian Dominic Rivera to discuss getting older, the Sixers, old NBA vs New NBA, old sports media vs new sports media, Drake, Fat Joe vs FBA, Old MAGA vs Tech MAG…
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3027: After Dark, Mahogany, and Teak
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1:09:33Rod and Karen respond to listener feedback. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT Instagram: @TheBlackGuyWhoTips …
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3026: Smug Mode Activated!
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1:19:11Rod and Karen banter about their holiday card pic, restaurant etiquette, a doctor who overslept, and Dick Trickle. Then they discuss some breaking white people news. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TB…
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3025: Big Steakhouse
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3024: Cooking With Kya
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1:08:50Rod and Karen banter about GPS glasses, Indiana Jones rejected names, losing an AirPod, digital services, a new headlight, Imagine Dragons, Canva, Zoe Saldana is a great actress, Karen witnesses a weird car wreck, Nick Chubb, weird sweatshirts and steaks. Then they discuss Diddy news, Lil Wayne saying he has no issue with Kendrick Lamar, Chance the…
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3023: Content vs Art
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1:26:38Rod and Kare are joined by author, journalist, speaker, storyteller, podcaster, winner of the Randy Starkman Award for leadership in sports journalism, Morgan P Campbell to discuss his new memoir "My Fighting Family", recording an audio book, the book writing process, telling personal family stories in the book, Morgan’s adorable family interruptin…
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3022: A Cornucopia of Joy
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3021: Jesus Jameis
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1:48:16Rod and Karen are joined by Chris Lamberth to discuss dating, stand up, music, Tyler the Creator and Black Quarterbacks. Then they discuss White People News, Jaleel White’s comments on the place of Family Matters in Blackness, dipping sauce dispute, old man shooting a drone, a TX influencer murder-for-hire plot and sword ratchetness. Twitter: …
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Rod and Karen are joined by podcaster and movie writer Russell Hainline to discuss his hit movie "Hot Frosty." They also discuss his journey from critic to film writer, on-set experiences with the cast, getting into the Christmas movie ecosystem, and independent films vs huge studios. Twitter: @rodimusprime…
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3019: Pornhub Jacked
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1:26:25Rod and Karen banter about live show tickets going on sale, the 5K race they did, Pornhub Jacked is Andrew Schultz the Industry Plant. Then they discuss Jay-Z being accused of sexual assault, police catching the CEO shooter, and sword ratchetness. Twitter: @rodimusprime …
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3018: The Republican Globetrotters
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3017: YMCA is a Gay Anthem?
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1:33:04Rod and Karen banter about Spotify wrapped list, GNX tour and doing a 5K. Then they discuss LGBTQ News, Who News, White People News and Sword Ratchetness. Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain @TBGWT…
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Rod and Karen banter about Hornets games, police sirens in rap songs, and BlueSky. Then they discuss Biden pardoning Hunter, political news, Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence's kids getting engaged, Nick Cannon says he's diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder, more Drake fallout, Trey Songz ordered to pay cop $11M and sword ratchetness. Tw…
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3015: Tolerance Under the Big Tent
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3014: Drake's Ol' Habeas Corpus Ass
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1:30:19Rod and Karen banter about kids at the Hornets game, why don’t boy toys promote household labor, dip n dots, and diagonal cut sandwiches. Then they discuss Drake suing everybody, white people news and sword ratchetness. Black Friday Sale Twitter: @rodimusprime @S…
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Rod and Karen banter about Stardew Valley live orchestra, sandwich artists in the Mustard world, Kendrick’s new album, processing the grief of the election, and Kai Cenat makes Rod feel old. Black Friday Sale Twitter: @rodimusprime @SayDatAgain…
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3012: Public Intellectuals
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3011: Kang and Coretta an Antebellum Affair
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1:35:26Rod and Karen banter about appreciating your people, Pizza Hut, professional athletes who have podcasts, spilling salsa on your shirt and the only celebrity who can have a plantation wedding. Then they discuss Stellantis laying off union workers, Walmart would raise prices if tariffs take effect, judge blocks Biden overtime pay, Dr. Oz named to Tru…
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