Chapter
Investigating the NFL's Denial of Brain Injuries
14:26 - 20:44 (06:18)
The speaker delves into investigating reports of brain injuries sustained by NFL players and the subsequent denial by the NFL, including the story of a former NFL player and his wife who fought to bring the issue to light.
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This podcast episode discusses the process of fact-checking a story about Henry and Rochelle Ford, which led to reaching out to the Rooney family to corroborate details in the piece.
14:26 - 15:44 (01:17)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the process of fact-checking a story about Henry and Rochelle Ford, which led to reaching out to the Rooney family to corroborate details in the piece. The importance of accuracy in journalism is emphasized.
ChapterInvestigating the NFL's Denial of Brain Injuries
EpisodeEpisode 3: The Quarterback
PodcastKILLED
The episode discusses the legacy of Dan Rooney, who was a pivotal figure in the NFL known for hiring black players and for whom the Rooney rule was named after.
15:44 - 18:12 (02:27)
Summary
The episode discusses the legacy of Dan Rooney, who was a pivotal figure in the NFL known for hiring black players and for whom the Rooney rule was named after.
ChapterInvestigating the NFL's Denial of Brain Injuries
EpisodeEpisode 3: The Quarterback
PodcastKILLED
The enthusiasm for the story about Henry Ford, the renowned black NFL quarterback who disappeared off the Steelers seemingly overnight, had devolved into something else.
18:12 - 20:44 (02:32)
Summary
The enthusiasm for the story about Henry Ford, the renowned black NFL quarterback who disappeared off the Steelers seemingly overnight, had devolved into something else.