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Dwarf Tossing to Run It Straight and ‘The Perfect Brain Injury Delivery System’ with Dr Stephen Casper

June 24, 2025 • Dr Reece Granger BSc (Hons), BChiro • Episode 83

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Welcome back to Headfirst: A Concussion Podcast! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back Dr. Stephen Casper, first featured in Episode 30. A globally respected medical historian, Dr. Casper is Professor of History and Associate Director of Honors at Clarkson University, as well as a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society. His groundbreaking research has profoundly influenced how we understand the cultural and intellectual history of neuroscience—especially in relation to concussion and traumatic brain injury.

Dr. Casper is also a prolific author, with numerous acclaimed publications including The Neurologists and his upcoming book Punch Drunk and Dementia: A Cultural History of Concussion, 1870–Present. He has published over 100 articles, chapters, and reviews throughout his distinguished career.

- Historical Concepts and Activities of Brain Injury (02:00)

- Low Risk to High Risk ‘Vocational’ Activities (05:10)

- Normalisation of Dangerous Acts (09:06)

- Run It Straight/ Dwarf Throwing – Concussion Alliance (11:30)

- Consent and Bodily Autonomy Versus Fiduciary Duties (18:15)

- Socioeconomical Aspects of Dangerous Activities (27:37)

- Favourite Historical Aspects When Researching (34:00)

Stephen Casper:

- Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Stephen-Casper

- Run It Straight:

https://www.concussionalliance.org/blog/runit-a-historical-perspective-from-stephen-casper-phd

- Run it straight white paper: https://www.repercussiongroup.com/white-paper