Tim discusses the weight of leadership and the feeling of loneliness that often accompanies it. He also addresses the important topic of mental health and shares his personal journey, including a heartbreaking story of a col…
Explores the personal journey of Debra, where she candidly discusses her experience with trauma and its impact on her mental health. It highlights the emotional toll of an officer-involved shooting that tragically resulted i…
When the pressure of protecting others weighs heavy on your shoulders, how can you find the strength to also care for yourself? Monica Crawford, CEO and owner of Fierce 505 and Fit, joins me, Jerry Dean Lund, as we explore t…
Summary: In a poignant conversation, retired police officer Mike Arena opens up about the emotional toll of his final officer-involved shooting in Ventner. Battling depression and suicidal thoughts, Mike found solace in an o…
Bridget Lawsheild, a former deputy sheriff and SWAT team member, shares her insights into navigating workplace challenges from a unique perspective. She emphasizes the importance of standing up against an unjust work environ…
First responders face unique challenges that can impact their mental and emotional health. In this episode, retired Los Angeles Sheriff's Department sergeant Danny Coon shares his insights on post-traumatic stress, injury, a…
Adam is a law enforcement officer who survived an officer-involved shooting. He was traumatized by the experience and his mental health deteriorated. He fought back and is now a symbol of resilience, sharing his story to hel…
In this podcast episode, we explore the concept of post-traumatic growth with Jessica Depatie, a documentary film producer and journalist. We discuss her project, "The Dark Knight of Your Soul," which explores the relevance …
Former law enforcement officer Gray Reed founded Public Safety Preservation to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention among first responders. He was motivated by his own battle with mental health and his …
Chris is a brave person who fought crime in Phoenix's dangerous streets. He was involved in three officer-involved shootings and lost a close friend in one of them. He is also committed to promoting mental, physical, and emo…
Learn how to protect yourself as a therapist or social worker from being assaulted on the job with the impressive solutions provided by Therapist Safety Solutions.
Frank Voce has been so open about his history. You must hear this man's story of strength and vulnerability. He's a fantastic human with a fantastic story. We'll discuss sobriety, mental health in and out of the hospital, re…
Conrad has done some sensational things in his life, but this quote by Conrad is my favorite. He claims that telling stories that matter is far more fulfilling than telling stories that entertain. He believes his responsibil…
Sam shares a wealth of other law enforcement experience with us. He also has a fantastic YouTube channel and social media platform where he shares knowledge about paramedicine and gives you evidence-based recommendations. He…
In this week's episode, we are gonna talk about how to get through the holidays with our special guest for this, Dr. Tia White. She is amazing with first responders. She knows some of the stumbling box and pitfalls that we h…