Kimberly Archie on Youth Sports, Cheerleading, and Repetitive Brain Trauma | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 90

Kimberly Archie on Youth Sports, Cheerleading, and Repetitive Brain Trauma | Broken Brains Podcast Ep. 90

April 14, 2026 · 60 min · Season 2 · Episode 90

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Bruce Parkman discusses the risks of repetitive brain trauma in youth sports with Kimberly Archie.

Send us Fan Mail What if the sports we encourage our children to play are creating long-term risks for brain injury? Bruce Parkman sits down with Kimberly Archie to discuss repetitive brain trauma, youth sports safety, cheerleading, football, and the reforms needed to protect young athletes. In this episode, they discuss: Repetitive impacts in youth sports Cheerleading injuries and contact sports The importance of age-appropriate athletic programs Why young brains are more vuln...

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