Firefighter Episodes
Feb. 20, 2024
Safeguarding Our Saviors: Retired Battalion Chief Robert Avsec on the Mental Health Crusade in Firefighting
In this episode, Robert Avsec, a retired battalion chief from the Chesterfield Virginia Fire and EMS department, sheds light on the mental health challenges faced by firefighters. The conversation delves into the alarming increase in suicides and the psychological impact of cancer diagnoses within …
Jan. 16, 2024
Behind the Badge: Kristen Linton on the Resilience and Unity of Police Families
The podcast delves into the experiences and challenges faced by police families, featuring the story of Kristen Linton, a police wife known for sharing her insights on Instagram and through books like "Boots by the Door." It explores the emotional journey of families waiting at home while their lov…
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). In this emotional journey, Matt's story highlights the transformative po…
Nov. 7, 2023
From Fire Service to Trauma Coaching: Lynnette Fritshaw's Path of Overcoming and Healing
Lynette is a woman who fearlessly entered a male-dominated profession, facing discrimination and personal attacks, all while balancing motherhood and a demanding career. Despite the challenges, Lynette's resilience, determination, and positive mindset allowed her to overcome adversity and retire as…
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 responders, and how spirituality can influence our coping mechanisms. This inspirin…
Sept. 19, 2023
Facing the Fire: John Vought's Crusade for CBD in First Responder Care
Meet John Vought, a South Florida Fire Department Captain who is dedicated to improving the well-being of first responders through his company, Rescue One CBD. After experiencing sleep issues post-foot surgery, John discovered the potential benefits of CBD and became passionate about its use. He em…
Feb. 14, 2023
From Personal Tragedy To Triumph- Founder of Flame Decon, Veteran Tara Cornett
Flame Natural Decon's owner and founder is Tara Cornett. Tara has a very personal story that she will share with you. She'll tell us what she did to avoid tragedies and how you can build resilience.
Jan. 10, 2023
If I Could Inspire One Person- Firefighter/EMT Bernard Taylor
Bernard Taylor Age: 34, from Miami, FL Firefighter/EMT He is currently working for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue for the past two years. 4 years in the fire service. Book a free discovery call on how to Keep The Fire Burning ...
Oct. 25, 2022
Resilience For First Responders- Jennifer Boileau
Jennifer is an educator with a B.S in Education with an emphasis in special education, and she has taken that teaching background and shifted her focus to teaching practices of resilience as a Trauma-Centered Yoga Teacher, Certified iRest© Meditation Teacher, Reiki Master, and Sound Healing Facilit…
Sept. 13, 2022
Bang Boom Burn With Retired AFT Agent- Wayne Miller
Wayne Miller was a Special Agent, Criminal Investigator and Certified Fire Investigator for the U. S. Treasury, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms for 25 years. He has been involved in numerous high profile criminal case...
June 17, 2022
What Should We Do Different As Leaders And Organizations- Jerry Dean Lund
My personal views on leadership and what we could be doing differently. I feel that those we lead are the biggest asset in any organization. We need to listen to them without judgment and jump straight to giving them the advice to fix a problem. Please get to know them and celebrate their accomplis…
March 29, 2022
Preforming Wild Rescues In The National Parks- Kevin Grange
For this episode's special guest, we have paramedic Kevin Grange. He is also an award-winning freelance writer who talks about the medical field adventure and travel. We will talk about some of those adventures and travel and what it takes to work in the national parks. As a paramedic, He's got som…
Jan. 19, 2022
It's Never Too Late To Start Over- Rebecca Ethington
In this episode, we have Rebecca Ethington, a single mom who went through Fire Recruit Academy. She's going to talk about the mental and physical strains it took to get through a crew Academy and to get to her full-time job today.
Jan. 6, 2022
Building Wealth: First Responders to Financial Freedom- Alec Evans & Lewis Weaver
In this episode, we're going to talk about something a little bit different that wears on your mental health and physical health, and probably after the first of the year, you've possibly been thinking about a lot, and that's MONEY! Lewis Weaver and Alec Evans, both former firefighters and now real…
Dec. 15, 2021
Creating YouTube Fame- Eric Hurst
If you're an aspiring first responder Youtuber, get to know the secrets of Eric Hurst from South Metro Fire Rescue. Eric will share his stories on how he became a successful Public Information Officer and, at the same time, a successful Youtuber with millions of views!
Nov. 30, 2021
Do You Want To Be A Great Mentor- Author's Sam & Chris Adams
If you want to be a confident first responder or mentor, this episode is for you! Christian Adams and Sam Adams, authors and co-owners of Field Medics, and The PADL course will teach you better decision-making skills in handling life and death situations. They will tackle their book called "Life an…
Sept. 8, 2021
What's it like being deployed as a Wildland Firefighter?
Have you ever wondered what its like to be away from home fighting fires for weeks at a time, leaving your wife and kids behind?
In this episode on Enduring the Badge Podcast, we will be talking about my wildland deployment in California and how that felt for my lovely wife Annie and how it fel…
July 22, 2021
Do More - Firefighter Corey Sierra
In this episode, we discuss... Who is Corey Sierra and his life in the Navy before he became a firefighter (3:29) "My time in the navy, I am so grateful for but it made me realize that you have to do what you love." (5:03) Ho...
July 7, 2021
Do Your Job- Carney Strong
Lillian Carney is the President and Executive Director for the Carney Strong Initiative. She joined the non-profit organization in 2018 to honor the memory of her husband, Battalion Chief Josh Carney, who lost his battle with...
June 16, 2021
Eliminator Fire Extinguisher Is A Life Saver
The Rusoh Eliminator is the First complete redesign of the Fire Extinguisher in over 65 Years. The Rusoh® Eliminator® fire extinguisher is designed for self-service. It eliminates the need for the specially trained and equipp...
May 20, 2021
Life Saving Technology Coming To Firefighters- RoGO Fire
RoGo Fire is developing an advanced satellite integrated communication solution including devices and software designed to enable wildland firefighters to communicate and access data in remote areas where cellular service is ...
May 6, 2021
Dr. John Jaquish, Weight Lifting Is A Waste Of Time
John Jaquish is the inventory of the X3 Bar, and the best-selling author of Weight Lifting is a Waste of Time. The X3 Bar has immense benefits for the body, especially for those required to do intense movements like first res...
April 7, 2021
The tools to live, serve and thrive as a First Responder- Aaron Quinn
Aaron live in Oakland with my wife and three kids. He grew up in Oakland, California, and I now serve the citizens as a Firefighter. He was hired in 2002 and I have worked in the East end my whole career on 7 Truck and 6 Truck companies. He is currently the senior Firefighter on the B shift at St…
March 24, 2021
Recipe For Success In Life & Business, Jason Ramos
A thrilling inside look at the world of smokejumpers, the airborne firefighters who fight nature's blazes in the most remote and rugged areas of the U.S. Discover how Jason got his start in this highly specialized field, the remarkable history of smokejumping, and the erratic, terrifying power of w…