#112 USA Olympic Bobsledder Suffers from CTE? (2026)
High Strangeness · Tony H.
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#112 USA Olympic Bobsledder Suffers from CTE? (2026)
The Harrowing Reality of Bobsledding and CTE: An Interview with William Person.
In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony interviews former Team USA Bobsledder William Person, who discusses his athletic journey, the severe physical and mental tolls of bobsledding, and his struggles with Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE). William shares poignant experiences from his bobsledding career, detailing the terrifying moments, crashes, and the debilitating symptoms that followed. He recounts the mental health challenges faced by athletes after retirement and emphasizes the importance of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in his recovery. Persson advocates for better awareness, treatment accessibility, and protective measures for athletes and veterans suffering from head injuries. This episode serves as a powerful call to action for the sports community and beyond to address the hidden dangers of high-impact sports.
00:00 Introduction to High Strangeness
01:00 Meet the Olympic Athlete: William's Journey
04:35 Early Life and Introduction to Sports
07:55 Transition to Bobsledding
10:54 The Thrills and Dangers of Bobsledding
19:34 Understanding CTE and Its Impact
30:03 Discovering Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
39:22 Offering Free Services for CTE
40:13 The Influence of Joe Namath
41:28 Plans for a New Facility
41:45 Challenges and Costs of Treatment
46:42 Mental Health and CTE
49:28 Personal Struggles and Support
54:51 Raising Awareness and Seeking Help
01:11:47 The Importance of Hyperbaric Chambers
01:14:40 Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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- To raise funds to open a CTE Recovery Center for athletes and military veterans battling CTE like symptoms to receive care without the burden of cost
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