Responder Resilience

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Oct. 2, 2024

Post-Traumatic Growth: A Journey with Guest Daniel Sundahl | S4 E40

Daniel Sundahl, acclaimed artist and retired paramedic/firefighter, presents "Post-Traumatic Growth—Finding Benefits Within Challenges." He will take us on a visual narrative of resilience and transformation as we view and …
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Sept. 25, 2024

Ryan Dedmon—Shaping the Future of 911 | S4 E39

In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Dedmon, the dedicated Outreach Director for the 911 Training Institute and a retired police dispatcher from Southern California. Ryan is on a mission to help 911 professionals recover f…
Guest: Ryan Dedmon
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Sept. 4, 2024

Eric Reynolds—KetoFiveO, Cops and Campers | S4 E36

Join us in this wide-ranging episode as we sit down with Eric Reynolds, a retired Boynton Beach police officer, sports nutritionist, and personal trainer, to explore his remarkable journey. We converse about Eric's transitio…
Guest: Eric Reynolds
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Aug. 14, 2024

Kristofor Healey—Stoic Strategies for Success | S4 E33

In this essential episode, we sit down with Kristofor Healey, a former Special Agent renowned for spearheading the largest tele-fraud case in U.S. history. We discuss Healey’s transition from law enforcement to motivational …
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June 26, 2024

Dr. Rita Brock—Breaking the Chains of Moral Injury | S4 E26

In this info-packed episode, we dive deep into the world of moral injury with the brilliant Dr. Rita Brock, Director of the Volunteers of America Shay Moral Injury Center. Her program extends its life-saving support to first…
Guest: Rita Brock
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June 13, 2024

Dr. Olivia Johnson—Fatal 10: Deadly Factors Behind Officer Suicides | S4 E24

In this dynamic episode encore, Stacy and David sit down with the remarkable Dr. Olivia Johnson, Founder of the Blue Wall Institute. They dive into one of the most pressing issues in law enforcement today: police officer sui…
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May 1, 2024

Voices from the Frontline of EMS | S4 E18

This exclusive episode highlights powerful stories and innovations from emergency medical services (EMS) professionals. It includes insights from Daniel Sundahl, Jason Patton, Bryony Gilbey, Eric Chase, Derek O. Hanley, Dr. …
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March 14, 2024

This Too Shall Pass?? Real Talk on Stress vs Serenity | S4 E11

In this special episode, Officer Pete Elste (Crisis Intervention Team Coordinator), Firefighter Pete Nichio, Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW-EMT, and Scott Alvord, LCSW (Crisis Intervention Clinician), come together for Real Talk: Stre…
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Jan. 24, 2024

Bonnie & Stacy: What Do The Shrinks Think? | S4 E4

In the latest episode of Responder Resilience, trauma therapists Dr. Stacy Raymond and Bonnie Rumilly, LCSW/EMT, dive deep into the crucial aspects of first responder mental health.
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Jan. 17, 2024

Todd Donovan—From Silence to Strength | S4 E3

🎙️Join us for an emotional and inspiring episode featuring retired Fire Lieutenant/Paramedic Todd Donovan. 🚒 We dive deep into his journey, exploring what triggered his depression and suicidal thoughts. We'll explore the gro…
Guest: Todd Donovan
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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 cult…
Guest: Dena Ali
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Jan. 3, 2024

David Berez—A Resilient Life: Thriving Beyond Trauma | S4 E1

In this episode of our podcast, we had the privilege of interviewing David Berez, a retired Police Officer and Drug Recognition Expert with over 33 years of experience in Emergency Services. David shares his insights on Resi…
Guest: David Berez
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Dec. 13, 2023

Samantha Hawkins—Staying Strong in the PSAP Industry | S3 E50

In our latest episode of Responder Resilience, we have the incredible Samantha Hawkins as our guest. As a PSAP Professional and Trainer with Moetivations, Inc., Samantha is dedicated to equipping emergency telecommunicators …
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Nov. 29, 2023

Chief John Monaghan—Breaking Free From "The Man Box" | S3 E48

Join us on this powerful episode as we sit down with John Monaghan III, a retired police chief with an inspiring story.
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Nov. 8, 2023

MaKenzie Tiegs— RAW Conversations | S3 E45

Join us on Responder Resilience Podcast as we dive deep into the challenging experiences of first responders. Our guest, MaKenzie Tiegs of Raw Thoughts Podcast fearlessly explores what being RAW means, and shares her genuine…
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