What would happen if you reached out to three friends today—just to say, I’m thinking of you? According to Barb Bigalke, founder of the Center for Suicide Awareness, that simple act could literally save a life. mailchi.mp/ptsd911movie/b…

This week on the First Responder Wellness Podcast, I have a powerful conversation with Joe King, a 28-year veteran of Dallas PD and one of the key leaders behind their groundbreaking Officer Wellness Unit (OWL). Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or watch on YouTube.

From groundbreaking augmented reality therapies to redefining fear itself, Dr. Javanbakht explains how the brain responds to trauma—and more importantly—how to heal. This week on the First Responder Wellness Podcast.

Human performance coach Rob Wilson is on the First Responder Wellness Podcast today. We tackle what it really costs to stay “always on”—and what simple, actionable tools can make all the difference in your health, your resilience, and your community impact.

What is The "God Shot"? This week on the First Responder Wellness Podcast, listen to my conversation with one of the pioneers of this amazing treatment. Listen on Apple or Spotify Podcasts or watch the interview on YouTube. Be sure to subscribe to not miss an episode!

Dr. Stephanie Conn is my guest on the show today! She's a former police officer and now a board-certified psychologist, who joins me to unpack how trauma affects the brains of first responders—and what we can actually do about it. Listen on Apple or Spotify podcasts.

If you’ve seen the documentary PTSD911, you remember retired officer Desireé Palmer and firefighter Matty Fiorenza. Their stories touched thousands of hearts across the country.

“Real surgeons don’t cry.” Dr. Marvin Wayne believed that in Vietnam—until the toll of loss became too heavy. Now, he’s helping reshape EMS & wellness for responders everywhere. Hear his powerful story on the latest First Responder Wellness Podcast.

In this episode of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, Conrad talks with Virginia Dixon, founder of The Place of Rest, about how healing truly happens—from the inside out. Discover why rest isn’t just recovery—it’s the foundation for freedom and wholeness. Listen now!

In this latest episode of the First Responder Wellness Podcast I feature my conversation with Dennis Carradin, a counselor, trauma specialist, former volunteer firefighter/EMT, and founder of the Trauma Survivors Foundation.

This week I have firefighter Jon Vargas on the show. Jon shares his raw journey through burnout, traumatic injury, and recovery. After a head trauma left his nervous system in crisis, he faced anxiety, paranoia, and suicidal thoughts. Listen anywhere podcasts are downloaded.

In this week’s episode of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, I sit down with Retired Chief Maggie DeBoard who is a passionate advocate for building real, effective wellness cultures inside first responder agencies. Listen now on Apple Podcasts.

Do Plant-Based medicines really work to help with Mental Health? Listen to the First Responder Wellness Podcast and learn about this. Episode #106 Wherever you listen to podcasts.

“Leadership is everything.” — Director Andy Wilson New episode up: Andy explains how small, consistent wellness deposits (fitness, nutrition, mindset, relationships) pay huge dividends — fewer sick calls, fewer complaints, longer careers. Listen now on Apple Podcasts.

What if you had a 60-second tool you could use in the middle of real life—on a call, between shifts, or in the airport security line—to turn down your stress? Listen to the First Responder Wellness Podcast to learn how.

As we head into Thanksgiving, I just want to say thank you. Thank you for listening, watching, and supporting the First Responder Wellness Podcast—and for being part of this growing movement to care for the people who care for us.

“When the system fails its people, leaders must step up.” Retired OPP Sgt. Rob Jamieson reveals how one of North America’s most comprehensive wellness programs was built—and why it’s saving lives. New episode out now. 🎧

She was strong for everyone—until she broke. This week, Syndi shares the raw truth of corrections work, trauma, and the journey back to herself. If you’ve ever carried more than you could hold, this episode is for you. New episode out now. #firstresponderwellness #mentalhealth

The Village at Wormans Mill Worman’s Mill Neighborhood They can clear an entire parking lot that NO ONE uses and not clear out a dozen parking spaces that EVERY business depends on! Come on people, do better! City of Frederick FrederickNewsPost frederickcitymedia Frederick Maryland