Responder Resilience

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Nov. 13, 2024

Chief Tom Dunne—Commanding Chaos with Confidence | S4 E46

In this episode, Deputy Chief Thomas Dunne (FDNY, Ret.) unravels the stressors that grip firefighters and fireground officers on critical calls. Chief Dunne shares secrets to maintaining command presence, and for those stepping into the shoes of Incident Commander, he offers wisdom to lead with con…
Guest: Thomas Dunne
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Chief Tom Dunne—Commanding Chaos with Confidence | S4 E46
Oct. 16, 2024

Jared Vermeulen—The Modern Fire Officer | S4 E42

We sit down with Captain Jared Vermeulen of Boca Raton Fire Rescue to unpack critical components of effective leadership and management within the fire service. Captain Vermeulen shares insights from his book, The Modern Fire Officer, offering a roadmap for cultivating a thriving, supportive enviro…
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Jared Vermeulen—The Modern Fire Officer | S4 E42
Sept. 12, 2024

Lillian Bonsignore—Redefining EMS Leadership in New York | S4 E37

Join us for an enlightening conversation with retired Chief Lillian Bonsignore, a trailblazing 31-year veteran of the Fire Department of New York (FDNY) who served as the FDNY Chief of EMS Operations from 2019-2022, a period that encompassed the harrowing COVID-19 pandemic. As the highest-ranking O…
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Lillian Bonsignore—Redefining EMS Leadership in New York | S4 E37
July 3, 2024

Kory Pearn—CRACKYL's Crusader for Firefighter Wellness | S4 E27

In this compelling episode, we dive into the heart of firefighter wellness with Kory Pearn—Publisher, Editor-In-Chief, and CEO of CRACKYL Media Inc. Kory is a 20-year veteran firefighter, industry author, and keynote speaker. His mission? To shine a light on the wellness challenges that come with t…
Guest: Kory Pearn
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Kory Pearn—CRACKYL's Crusader for Firefighter Wellness | S4 E27
June 5, 2024

Dr. Candace Ashby—Leadership From the Bottom Up! | S4 E23

This week's episode is a wild ride into the heart of leadership with Dr. Candace Ashby, Battalion Chief of the Indianapolis Fire Department. Dr. Ashby dives deep into the essence of "Bottom Up" leadership, revealing how the rank and file can make a difference.
Guest: Candace Ashby
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Dr. Candace Ashby—Leadership From the Bottom Up! | S4 E23
May 15, 2024

Hi Nguyen—Lead, Don't Bleed: Preventing Supervisor Burnout | S4 E20

Join us as we converse with Hi Nguyen, a former officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police turned Leadership Coach, exploring the critical role of leadership training for frontline supervisors. We'll uncover how effective leadership techniques not only enhance team performance, but also bolster m…
Guest: Hi Nguyen
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Hi Nguyen—Lead, Don't Bleed: Preventing Supervisor Burnout | S4 E20
April 3, 2024

Chris Moore—Shuffling the Deck on A.C.E.S. | S4 E14

Tune in to this new episode as we explore the mental health challenges faced by first responders, through the lens of Captain Chris Moore's personal and professional experiences with post-traumatic stress. He discusses Adverse Childhood Experiences Scores (ACES), alcohol use, faith in the fire serv…
Guest: Chris Moore
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Chris Moore—Shuffling the Deck on A.C.E.S. | S4 E14
March 20, 2024

Al Pratts—Succeed in the Need to Lead | S4 E12

Ready to take your career to the next level and achieve that long-awaited promotion? We welcome Al Pratts, Deputy Chief and Chief of Special Operations at North Hudson Regional Fire and Rescue and delve deep into the intricate relationship between the first responder promotional process and mental …
Guest: Al Pratts
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Al Pratts—Succeed in the Need to Lead | S4 E12
March 6, 2024

Chief Anthony Perez—Igniting Growth and Excellence | S4 E10

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Anthony Perez, the Fire Chief of Pasco County, Florida.
Guest: Anthony Perez
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Chief Anthony Perez—Igniting Growth and Excellence | S4 E10
Jan. 10, 2024

Dena Ali—Insights on Leadership, Wellness, and Sleep | S4 E2

Guest co-host Captain Rom Duckworth joins us on the latest episode of Responder Resilience as we sit down with Battalion Chief Dena Ali from the Raleigh (NC) Fire Department. Chief Ali shares valuable insights on how to cultivate resilience as leaders, and approach conversations with those who are …
Guest: Dena Ali
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Dena Ali—Insights on Leadership, Wellness, and Sleep | S4 E2
Nov. 15, 2023

Chief Frank Leeb—Cornerstones of Leadership | S3 E46

🔥 In this episode of Responder Resilience podcast, we have a special guest - FDNY Deputy Assistant Chief Frank Leeb. 🚒 He's the author of the best-selling book "Cornerstones of Leadership - On And Off The Fireground."
Guest: Frank Leeb
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Chief Frank Leeb—Cornerstones of Leadership | S3 E46
Oct. 25, 2023

Paul Combs—The Art of Making a Difference | S3 E43

🎧 Get ready for an incredible conversation on Responder Resilience! We're thrilled to have Paul Combs, an accomplished illustrator, cartoonist, and firefighter/EMT, sharing his wisdom on Firefighting, Leadership, Cartoons, and making a positive impact.
Guest: Paul Combs
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Paul Combs—The Art of Making a Difference | S3 E43
Oct. 18, 2023

Laura Hanson: The Path to Peak Performance | S3 E42

Join us in the latest episode of Responder Resilience as we sit down with guest Laura G. Hanson, a Certified High Performance Coach and wellness coordinator with the Virginia State Police. We delve into the world of first responders and their high-performance mindset.
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Laura Hanson: The Path to Peak Performance | S3 E42
Oct. 11, 2023

Michael Laidler—Thriving in Corrections and Beyond | S3 E41

Looking to level up your career in law enforcement or corrections? In this episode of Responder Resilience Podcast, we have a special guest, Michael Laidler, a Professional Speaker and Best-Selling Author.
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Michael Laidler—Thriving in Corrections and Beyond | S3 E41
Sept. 20, 2023

Fixing Recruitment and Retention | S3 E38

Responder Resilience sits down with Chad Michael Bruckner, Motivational Speaker/Author, to discuss his new book, "The Holy Trinity of Successful and Healthy Police Organizations: Improving Leadership, Culture & Wellness."
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Fixing Recruitment and Retention | S3 E38
Aug. 1, 2023

The Leader's Playbook: Insights from the Experts | S3 E31

Responder Resilience podcast is hitting a major milestone with our 100th episode! 🎧🔥 "The Leader's Playbook" brings together 11 inspiring leaders and chiefs sharing their wisdom to help you become the best leader possible.
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The Leader's Playbook: Insights from the Experts | S3 E31
July 20, 2023

Your Leadership Legacy: Creating a Culture of Trust | S3 E29

Join us this week on Responder Resilience podcast as we dive into the world of servant leadership with our special guest, Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch.
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Your Leadership Legacy: Creating a Culture of Trust | S3 E29
July 5, 2023

Grit and Grace: Driving Positive Change in Law Enforcement | S3 E27

Join us on Responder Resilience Podcast as we chat with Chief David Ogden, veteran law enforcement executive, diving deep into the critical topics of organizational health, overall wellness, resilience, adversity, and leadership.
Guest: David Ogden
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Grit and Grace: Driving Positive Change in Law Enforcement | S3 E27
June 27, 2023

Emotional Warrior: Building Resilience for Recruitment and Retention | S3 E26

The episode features motivational speaker and author, Chad Michael Bruckner, as he discusses leadership, culture, and wellness as the answer to fixing recruitment in the law enforcement profession.
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Emotional Warrior: Building Resilience for Recruitment and Retention | S3 E26
June 21, 2023

Mental Health Mayday—Building Your New Emotional Wellness Program | S3 E25

Don't miss our latest episode of Responder Resilience! Our guest, Jason Corthell, Director of Ironclad Wellness, Division Chief of Training, and Emergency Services District 13, shares his personal story of overcoming post traumatic stress and addiction. He has created a groundbreaking emotional wel…
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Mental Health Mayday—Building Your New Emotional Wellness Program | S3 E25
May 31, 2023

Copikaze — Managing Mission Impossible | S3 E22

On the next episode of Responder Resilience, we’re joined by Tom Rizzo, Investigations Division Commander and author of the #1 Amazon Best-Seller "Copikaze: A Crucible to Manage Mission Impossible". Listen in as Tom shares his principles of self-discipline and how they can positively impact others.…
Guest: Tom Rizzo
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Copikaze — Managing Mission Impossible | S3 E22
Jan. 25, 2023

Building Authentic Leadership Through Self Awareness | S3 E4

Bonnie and David speak with Chief Albe Bassett of the New Canaan, CT Fire Department about the importance of self-awareness and self-leadership. An accomplished leader and instructor in the Connecticut fire service community, Chief Bassett talks about core values and the key qualities of authentic …
Guest: Albe Bassett
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Building Authentic Leadership Through Self Awareness | S3 E4
Jan. 18, 2023

Innovative Leadership for a Culture of Wellness | S3 E3

We’re joined by Neil Gang, Chief of the Pinole, California Police Department since 2014, who has served in law enforcement for over 34 years. Neil is the author of the Asher Model 7 Point Approach to a Culture of Wellness, and the host of the 6th Pillar Podcast. His innovative work as a law enforc…
Guest: Neil H. Gang
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Innovative Leadership for a Culture of Wellness | S3 E3
Jan. 4, 2023

Leadership Matters: Breaking Down Barriers | S3 E1

Our guest is Jonni Redick, a retired Assistant Chief with the California Highway Patrol, and a 29-year veteran of one of the largest police agencies in the country.
Guest: Jonni Redick
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Leadership Matters: Breaking Down Barriers  | S3 E1