PTSD Episodes
Nov. 21, 2023
Unseen Battlefields: Matt Spaid's Journey with Combat, PTSD, and Healing
The story of Marine Corps veteran Matt Spaid as he shares his experiences in combat zones, the challenges he faced during his transition back to civilian life, and his ongoing battle with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD…
Oct. 24, 2023
Navigating the Frontlines: A Glimpse into Homelessness, Missing Persons, and Complex PTSD with Eric Hofstein
This episode features a conversation with Eric Hofstein, a retired law enforcement officer with 27 years of experience working on the frontlines of the homeless crisis. He discusses the challenges of addiction, mental illnes…
Oct. 10, 2023
Healing the Wounds of PTSD: Edmund Dalo's Journey through Creativity
Edmund Dalo, co-founder of the Authentic Abstract First Responder Foundation, shares his journey of healing from PTSD through creativity. He addresses the stigma associated with mental health, especially among first responde…
Aug. 22, 2023
Unmasking the Realities of First Responders with Deborah Green
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…
Aug. 8, 2023
The Blue Line to Recovery: Mike Arena's Inspiring Tale
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…
Aug. 1, 2023
Living Outside the Wire: The Human Side of Law Enforcement with Gary Eddington
In our conversation with retired bond enforcement officer Gary Eddington, we delve into the challenging world of law enforcement, going beyond the portrayal in TV dramas. With thirty years of experience in Southern Californi…
July 25, 2023
Resilience, Trauma, and Hope: A Conversation with Ryan Phillips
In this episode, Ryan Phillips, a former law offender turned mental health advocate, shares his personal journey of resilience and transformation. He discusses his struggles with memory decline, ADHD, addiction, and childhoo…
June 6, 2023
Embracing Post-Traumatic Growth: The Dark Knight of Your Soul and the Resilience of First Responders and Veterans
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 …
May 16, 2023
Protecting My Daughter: A Cop's Story of Resignation and PTSD- Grayson Reed
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 …