Responder Resilience

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The Spiritual Side of Responders and Military (Encore) | S3 E36
Sept. 6, 2023

The Spiritual Side of Responders and Military (Encore) | S3 E36

🎙️ Join Dr. Stacy Raymond on Responder Resilience as she explores the intriguing world of spirituality.
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The Spiritual Side of Responders and Military (Encore) | S3 E36
The Spiritual Side of Responders and Military (Encore) | S3 E36
An Act of Love: Building Restoration Ranch Colorado | S3 E35
Aug. 30, 2023

An Act of Love: Building Restoration Ranch Colorado | S3 E35

Join us for a powerful episode of Responder Resilience premiering on Wednesday. Hear the inspiring story of Kathryn Severns Avery, a courageous individual who turned grief into action by creating Restoration Ranch Colorado, a serene retreat for first responders and their families. Don't miss this i…
Guest: Kathryn Severns Avery
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An Act of Love: Building Restoration Ranch Colorado | S3 E35
An Act of Love: Building Restoration Ranch Colorado | S3 E35
Lifeline for Firefighters: Inside the IAFF Center of Excellence | S3 E34
Aug. 23, 2023

Lifeline for Firefighters: Inside the IAFF Center of Excellence | S3 E34

Don't miss our latest podcast episode featuring Hannah Elmore, MSW from the IAFF Center of Excellence. Discover how their dedicated team provides culturally competent support for mental health and substance abuse. Learn how they're transforming PTSD treatment for fire service members, tackling comp…
Guest: Hannah Elmore, MSW
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Lifeline for Firefighters: Inside the IAFF Center of Excellence | S3 E34
Lifeline for Firefighters: Inside the IAFF Center of Excellence | S3 E34
From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32
Aug. 9, 2023

From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32

Join us on the Responder Resilience Podcast as we delve into the power of proactive peer support. Our guests, Dr. Stephanie Conn and Craig Deardorff, share valuable insights on the EMDR/ASAP protocol and how to choose the right clinician for your agency.
Guests: Stephanie M. Conn , Craig Deardorff
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From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32
From Trauma to Triumph: Strategies to Strengthen the Shield | S3 E32
Preserving the Protectors: Injury Prevention in Emergency Care | S3 E30
July 26, 2023

Preserving the Protectors: Injury Prevention in Emergency Care | S3 E30

Join us on Responder Resilience podcast for an insightful conversation with Rick Binder, CEO of PHASE International. Discover how chronic pain impacts responder resilience and learn effective prevention strategies.
Guest: Rick Binder
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Preserving the Protectors: Injury Prevention in Emergency Care | S3 E30
Preserving the Protectors: Injury Prevention in Emergency Care | S3 E30
Mental Health Mayday—Building Your New Emotional Wellness Program | S3 E25
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…
Guest: Jason Corthell
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Mental Health Mayday—Building Your New Emotional Wellness Program | S3 E25
Mental Health Mayday—Building Your New Emotional Wellness Program | S3 E25
Portraits of an Emergency—Healing Trauma Through Art | S3 E24
June 14, 2023

Portraits of an Emergency—Healing Trauma Through Art | S3 E24

Check out this inspiring episode of Responder Resilience where we dive deep into the power of art therapy with Daniel Sundahl, a paramedic and talented photo artist. Throughout his more than two decades of service as a firefighter and paramedic, Daniel has experienced countless traumatic calls that…
Guest: Daniel Sundahl
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Portraits of an Emergency—Healing Trauma Through Art | S3 E24
Portraits of an Emergency—Healing Trauma Through Art | S3 E24
Tactical Self-Care For Public Safety Professionals | S3 E21
May 23, 2023

Tactical Self-Care For Public Safety Professionals | S3 E21

Join us in this episode as we talk with Resilience Expert & Author at Pathfinder Resilience, Dr. Renee Thornton, about navigating adversity in the world of public safety. A U.S. Navy Veteran, Dr. Thornton has worked with numerous law enforcement agencies, focusing on improving individual health and…
Guest: Renee Thornton
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Tactical Self-Care For Public Safety Professionals | S3 E21
Tactical Self-Care For Public Safety Professionals | S3 E21
Improv: The New Mindfulness—Whose Mind Is It Anyway? | S3 E20
May 18, 2023

Improv: The New Mindfulness—Whose Mind Is It Anyway? | S3 E20

Join Speaker-Educator-Podcaster Eric Chase of EMSIMPROV on Responder Resilience as he shares how improv can help first responders stay present, improve concentration, and sharpen focus. With his experience in Military, Law Enforcement, Fire Fighting, and EMS, Eric will guide you through the powerfu…
Guest: Eric Chase
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Improv: The New Mindfulness—Whose Mind Is It Anyway? | S3 E20
Improv: The New Mindfulness—Whose Mind Is It Anyway? | S3 E20
The Resilient 911 Professional—Can Dispatchers Survive & Thrive? | S3 E19
May 10, 2023

The Resilient 911 Professional—Can Dispatchers Survive & Thrive? | S3 E19

Join us in this episode of Responder Resilience, as we hear from Jim Marshall, CEO and Cofounder of the 911 Training Institute. Jim specializes in providing science-driven training, tools, and resources that foster the optimal well-being of 9-1-1 professionals. With his expertise, 9-1-1 Professiona…
Guest: Jim Marshall
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The Resilient 911 Professional—Can Dispatchers Survive & Thrive? | S3 E19
The Resilient 911 Professional—Can Dispatchers Survive & Thrive? | S3 E19
Better Call Paul—Supporting Responders in Crisis | S3 E18
May 3, 2023

Better Call Paul—Supporting Responders in Crisis | S3 E18

Join us on the next episode of Responder Resilience as we talk with Paul Jockimo, a veteran of 35 years in the fire service and Coordinator of the Westchester-Putnam Peer Support Team. We'll discuss how to support our fellow responders who may be struggling with issues like health, family, depressi…
Guest: Paul Jockimo
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Better Call Paul—Supporting Responders in Crisis | S3 E18
Better Call Paul—Supporting Responders in Crisis | S3 E18
Yoga to the Rescue: Restful Tools for Stressful Times | S3 E17
April 26, 2023

Yoga to the Rescue: Restful Tools for Stressful Times | S3 E17

Looking to enhance your well-being and job performance? Meet Wendy S. Hummell, a retired Detective, podcaster and Sheriff’s Office Wellness Coordinator who has been teaching yoga, mindfulness, and resilience to First Responders for the past six years. Her mission is to support them with the resourc…
Guest: Wendy Hummell
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Yoga to the Rescue: Restful Tools for Stressful Times | S3 E17
Yoga to the Rescue: Restful Tools for Stressful Times | S3 E17
Getting Past Your Past: Thriving After Adversity | S3 E16
April 19, 2023

Getting Past Your Past: Thriving After Adversity | S3 E16

Join us on Responder Resilience as we welcome former SWAT Operator and keynote speaker Laura G. Hanson. As the only female on the full-time SWAT Team in Virginia Beach for over 4 years, Laura has a wealth of experience to share. She'll discuss her memoir "Why I Went In," her work as CEO of Brain Bu…
Guest: Laura G. Hanson
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Getting Past Your Past: Thriving After Adversity | S3 E16
Getting Past Your Past: Thriving After Adversity | S3 E16
Revolutionary Medicine: Reinventing the Emergency Medical Response | S3 E14
April 4, 2023

Revolutionary Medicine: Reinventing the Emergency Medical Response | S3 E14

In this episode, Bonnie and David speak with Dr. Peter M. Antevy about managing mental health challenges at critical incidents, the story behind creating the Handtevy App, and how it saves lives and significantly reduces medication errors.
Guest: Peter Antevy, MD
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Revolutionary Medicine: Reinventing the Emergency Medical Response | S3 E14
Revolutionary Medicine: Reinventing the Emergency Medical Response | S3 E14
Blue Epidemic: Preventing Police Suicide | S3 E10
March 8, 2023

Blue Epidemic: Preventing Police Suicide | S3 E10

In this episode, Stacy and David speak with Dr. Olivia Johnson, Founder of the Blue Wall Institute www.bw-institute.com about police officer suicide. We do a deep dive into the root causes of law enforcement officers taking their lives, and examine Dr. Johnson’s “Fatal 10” of suicide contributing f…
Guest: Dr. Olivia Johnson
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Blue Epidemic: Preventing Police Suicide | S3 E10
Blue Epidemic: Preventing Police Suicide | S3 E10
Build Your Resiliency With Tactical Self-Care | S3 E8
Feb. 22, 2023

Build Your Resiliency With Tactical Self-Care | S3 E8

In this episode, Bonnie and David speak with Rodger Ruge, published author and Certified Life Coach about building resilience within the first responder community. Rodger is a retired police officer, survivor of complex post-traumatic stress disorder and 30-year mindfulness and resilience practitio…
Guest: Rodger Ruge
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Build Your Resiliency With Tactical Self-Care | S3 E8
Build Your Resiliency With Tactical Self-Care | S3 E8
Protect Your Energy To Improve Your Performance | S3 E2
Jan. 16, 2023

Protect Your Energy To Improve Your Performance | S3 E2

Our guest, Peter Benson, has created Tensor-Ring Energy Pendants designed to protect your energy field, give you a shielding effect, and promote a sense of calmness. Peter explains how he developed the pendants and a shielding/balancing anklet, as well as the different purposes and benefits of each.
Guest: Peter Benson
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Protect Your Energy To Improve Your Performance | S3 E2
Protect Your Energy To Improve Your Performance | S3 E2
Lead with Balance: Mastering Work-Life Success | S2 E52
Dec. 28, 2022

Lead with Balance: Mastering Work-Life Success | S2 E52

How can responders succeed in a world where we are often working multiple jobs, handling high call volumes, working under staffing shortages, or just trying to get through one shift at a time? We’re joined by Dr. Donnie Hutchinson, a Work-Life Balance instructor who works with firefighters, law enf…
Guest: Dr. Donnie Hutchinson
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Lead with Balance: Mastering Work-Life Success | S2 E52
Lead with Balance: Mastering Work-Life Success | S2 E52
Lessons from The Line: The Art of Fully Involved Leadership | S2 E51
Dec. 26, 2022

Lessons from The Line: The Art of Fully Involved Leadership | S2 E51

Our guest is Captain Rommie Duckworth, career fire captain and paramedic/EMS Coordinator for Ridgefield (CT) Fire Department, author, speaker, and educator.  We talk about personal experiences with trauma that demonstrate the importance of getting help, and how officers and department leaders can s…
Guest: Rommie Duckworth
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Lessons from The Line: The Art of Fully Involved Leadership | S2 E51
Lessons from The Line: The Art of Fully Involved Leadership | S2 E51
Resilience in the Fire Service with Chief Bobby Halton | S2 E50
Dec. 14, 2022

Resilience in the Fire Service with Chief Bobby Halton | S2 E50

In this episode, David speaks with Chief Bobby Halton, editor-in-chief of Fire Engineering magazine and education director of FDIC.
Guest: Bobby Halton
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Resilience in the Fire Service with Chief Bobby Halton | S2 E50
Resilience in the Fire Service with Chief Bobby Halton | S2 E50
PTSD911: Documentary Film About Responder PTSD | S2 E44
Nov. 2, 2022

PTSD911: Documentary Film About Responder PTSD | S2 E44

Conrad Weaver, Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker, Podcast Host, Producer and Director of PTSD911
Guest: Conrad Weaver
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PTSD911: Documentary Film About Responder PTSD | S2 E44
PTSD911: Documentary Film About Responder PTSD | S2 E44
Motivational Check: From Hostage Negotiator to Cancer Warrior | S2 E42
Oct. 19, 2022

Motivational Check: From Hostage Negotiator to Cancer Warrior | S2 E42

What does the phrase “Motivational Check” mean? Former LEO Terry Tucker has reinvented himself frequently over his professional career. He was an officer and SWAT Hostage Negotiator with the Cincinnati Police Department.
Guest: Terry Tucker
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Motivational Check: From Hostage Negotiator to Cancer Warrior | S2 E42
Motivational Check: From Hostage Negotiator to Cancer Warrior | S2 E42
The Connection Between Pain and Trauma | S2 E41
Oct. 12, 2022

The Connection Between Pain and Trauma | S2 E41

Is there a connection between pain and trauma? Many responders are struggling with some kind of emotional pain, substance abuse, depression, trauma and even suicidal ideation. Guest, Gabriel Shaw, Kinesiologist, Exercise Physiologist, Tai Chi and Qigong Instructor
Guest: Gabriel Shaw
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The Connection Between Pain and Trauma | S2 E41
The Connection Between Pain and Trauma | S2 E41
CopShock: Normal Reactions to Abnormal Stress | S2 E38
Sept. 21, 2022

CopShock: Normal Reactions to Abnormal Stress | S2 E38

In this episode, we’ll be speaking with trauma expert and author of the book CopShock, Allen Kates, about Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and how to survive it by employing resiliency techniques.
Guest: Allen Kates
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CopShock: Normal Reactions to Abnormal Stress | S2 E38
CopShock: Normal Reactions to Abnormal Stress | S2 E38