Shift Change

Dustyn and I have a long history that started in paramedic school. Our careers came to a fork in the road but our experiences in the job and with family remained very similar. Now, he is the Associate Dean of Health and Fitness at DMACC. This week we tackle the difficult topic of mental health in public safety. We share some dark tales, all of which pale in comparison to a decision Dustyn had to m...

This week I go unscripted to talk about adjusting our expectations while our kids are home for the summer. I talk about the importance of staying pliable as we try to manage rest, hobbies and responsibilities with our kids home, something I'm really terrible at. Oh, and I found a work around to the audio issue.

Let's say the quiet part out loud. Some of us in the profession are not ok. Today's episode is about exploring the topic of mental health in our profession. I had a guest scheduled, had a great conversation but somehow none of the audio worked. Like the professionals we are, we found a way to raise awareness of mental health with stories that hit way to close to home. I wasn't able to...

Want to improve your workday and time off? Your daily routine has a lot to do with how successful your shift day and your days off are. One this weeks episode, I share some daily habits that have worked for me, and some that haven't worked for me and what I've learned from both.

On this edition of Shift Brief, I break down my experience navigating the in-network and out-of-network benefits of my vision insurance. Find out why I left with more questions than answers and why I think the only way to navigate the health care system is to be independently wealthy.

Ashli is a Nurse Practitioner who specializes in functional medicine. She is a former Flight Nurse who worked weekend night shifts. She experienced some health issues that were masked by chronic sleep deprivation. Her auto immune problems were uncovered when she took a chance and consulted a functional wellness clinic. Her life, and career changed after that visit. Learn how on this week's epi...

On this week's episode we say thank you to the nurses on our team and in the facility for all that they do for us and the patients they serve. AJ, Mike, "Chicken Legs" , Hannah and me sit down and share stories, lessons learned and a few jokes about the one's on our team that make us look so good.

The much anticipated squat throw down between yours truly and the challenger, "Chicken Legs." We come to terms on the programming of the challenge but struggle to find a time and location. Who do you think has the advantage? I hope his mom shows up.

Today I was welcomed into the Brown home for some good coffee and good conversation. Kit is a current HEMS pilot for the Airmed program. He has served 20 years in the Navy as a pilot and air squadron Commander. He is probably the most interesting person I know. Naval Aviator, Husband, Father, world traveler, big game hunter. We talk life, leadership and legacy.

On this weeks episode I sit down with Mike Schultz, Airmed Clinical Educator. Find out how the discovery of a minor disability changed his life trajectory from his life goal of becoming a police officer to a call back to enlist in the U.S military, to combat medic, to flight medic, to educator.

This week we continue our discussion with AJ in part 2. AJ is probably the most positive and enthusiastic person I've ever had the privilege of getting to know. Find out how his life is more than spray tans and sauna sessions after he discovered he had a learning disability. He's all gas, no brakes.

A true story of resilience and perseverance. Learn how the discovery of a learning disability as an adult helped him keep his dream job.

Clint is a local EMS provider who suffered an out of hospital cardiac arrest. Because of his experience he became an EMS provider. He tells us his story and defines what it means to serve others. Find out if he saw Jesus, what his experience has taught him and his one piece of advice to new EMS providers.

This week's episode is the flip side of episode 5. We talk strategies to show up better to our job so we can serve those who need us. Plus, life updates and how I was challenged to a squat contest.

On this episode we take a listener's email and break it down. Life updates, I get interrupted by the dog, and recording in the garage gym.

First guest episode! This week we are talking to Chris Uglum, US military veteran, president and wealth manager of PIVOT Wealth Strategies. He explains basic investment lingo, walks us through how to roll over your 401k into an IRA and plan for retirement.

What they don't teach you in school is how to manage emotional, mental and physical fatigue. On this week's episode I'll share my six strategies to help manage these three and help you show up better for your family, community, and work.

How we use social media matters. On today's episode, I talk about my view on social media use in our profession, attention seeking behavior, and misleading the audience.

What are our toxic traits in EMS according to me? Has my buddy cleaned out his garage? Find out this week on the Shift Change podcast.

On this week's episode, we pay our respects to the late Toby Keith and how learning how to rope but not ride led me to my career in EMS.

Welcome to episode 1 of the shift change podcast. Today's episode is all about building momentum.