Nine One One Nonsense

On this episode of NOON we have Adam Vilander. Adam joins us for a conversation about critical care, flight medicine and the realities of taking care of some of our sickest patients. We talk about the value of nurse-paramedic teams, preparing emergency providers for critical care and the experiences that shape us throughout our careers. Adam also shares a pediatric code that stayed with him long a...

On this episode of NOON we have Katie. After losing her dad at just 10 years old, Katie never forgot about the EMS crew that showed up that day. Years later, that experience would become part of what led her into EMS. Katie shares her journey from questioning whether she was strong enough for this career to becoming an AEMT and now preparing for her next chapter. We talk about the calls that stay...

On this episode of NOON we have Sarah Carter. Sarah shares her journey from becoming a young mom and experiencing homelessness to building a 20-year career in healthcare. We talk about nursing, working alongside paramedics on the ambulance, the patients who never leave you, and why sometimes the smallest acts of kindness make the biggest difference. Sarah’s story is a reminder that where you start...

On this episode of Nine One One Nonsense, I sit down with Brandy Jeter-Flores, an emergency department nursing supervisor whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. From surviving childhood trauma to becoming a leader in one of New Mexico's busiest emergency departments, Brandy shares how resilience, forgiveness, and determination shaped the person she is today. This is a powerful conversation a...

On this episode of Nine One One Nonsense, we're joined by Hensley (Nurse Hens). At just 25 years old, Hensley landed her dream job as a flight nurse, a move that many thought was too early. Instead of letting the criticism define her, she doubled down, put in the work, and earned every bit of confidence she has today. We talk about the pressure of working in pediatric critical care, the patient th...

On this episode of NOON, we're joined by flight nurse/paramedic Michelle Klein. Michelle shares nearly three decades of experience in EMS, from breaking into a profession that wasn't always welcoming to women to becoming a passionate advocate for first responder wellness through her Fit for Flight program. We talk about mental resilience, physical readiness, leadership, partner relationships, burn...

On this episode of NOON, I sit down with Nicole Hooser, a flight paramedic, firefighter paramedic, EMS instructor, and single mom from Missouri. Nicole’s path into EMS started in one of the scariest ways possible: her newborn son stopped breathing at home, and she had to do CPR while being talked through it by a dispatcher. That moment changed everything for her. We talk about becoming a paramedic...

On this episode of NOON, I sit down with James “Boomer” Boomhauer, flight paramedic, mental health professional, and founder of Stay Fit 4 Duty. James has spent more than 20 years in EMS, but this conversation goes far beyond medicine. We talk about the reality of trauma, why so many providers avoid therapy, what good mental health care actually looks like, and why finding the right therapist matt...

In this episode of NOON, I’m joined by Jeff, better known as Redbeard the Medic. Jeff is a flight paramedic, educator, and content creator who brings a raw, honest perspective to EMS, patient care, and the realities of learning at a higher level. We talk about his journey from the fire service into EMS, the difficult calls that still stay with him, what it’s really like stepping into flight, and w...

In this episode of NOON we have Patrick Pianezza, a paramedic, healthcare leader, and co-writer of Code 3, joining me to talk about the reality behind the job and the stories that don’t leave you. We get into burnout, the emotional weight of doing everything right and still losing a patient, and the call that stuck with him long after he left the truck. Patrick also shares the story behind Code 3...

In this episode of NOON we have Christopher. He started his fire service career on September 11th, 2001 and the lessons began immediately. Christopher shares how a quadruple fatality early in his career shaped the way he approaches hard calls, mental health, and longevity in EMS. We talk about cultural competence when serving Amish communities, the importance of family-centered care, and how matur...

In this episode of NOON we have Sarah Vance. Sarah is an ICU nurse, critical care educator, and fierce patient advocate. She shares how staying at the bedside keeps her grounded, sharp, and connected to the real challenges nurses face every shift. We talk about going from almost becoming a Spanish teacher to stepping into the ICU during H1N1 and later COVID-19, the emotional weight of those years,...

In this episode of NOON we have Mike Worthen. Mike has been in emergency services since 1989, he worked in private ambulance, fire department, as a flight medic, and even time at the County Coroner’s Office. More than three decades in this profession have shaped how he sees both the job and its emotional cost. We talk about the weight first responders carry, how detachment can protect us but still...

On this episode of NOON, I sit down with Charlie Swearingen, a critical care paramedic, flight clinician, and educator who refuses to let comfort turn into complacency. We talk about decision making under pressure, returning to the ground, learning from mistakes, and why pushing yourself is the only way patients truly benefit. This episode dives deep into education, culture, accountability, and wh...

This week on NOON, Sam sits down with Ryan Chavez, an EMT turned Nurse Practitioner who now works as a solo emergency provider. Ryan talks about expanded scope, making critical decisions alone, performing high acuity procedures, and what it’s really like being the only provider in the room when things go sideways. We get into career progression, responsibility, dark humor, and the moments that sta...

Tiffany Cannon, a nurse and LVAD recipient, shares her powerful story of developing heart failure after childbirth and her journey back to nursing. Now specializing in nephrology, Tiffany uses her personal experience to advocate for patients, educate first responders, and inspire others living with heart conditions. Her story is one of resilience, purpose, and the power of compassion in healthcare...

Mike Boone, a flight nurse and EMT, and Dr. Amanda Humphreys, an emergency medicine physician, join me to discuss teamwork, education, and mental health in EMS. Together, they share insights from Crash and Learn and Heavy Lies the Helmet, reflecting on the evolution of emergency medicine, generational shifts in emotional awareness, and the growing emphasis on self-reflection and resilience in the...

Andrea Law shares her inspiring journey from Chief Operations Officer to compassionate nurse and advocate for EMS. From her work in wound and ostomy care to balancing motherhood and content creation, Andrea opens up about the emotional challenges, rewarding patient connections, and lessons learned along the way. Together, Andrea and Noon dive deep into the importance of collaboration between EMS a...

Brock, an emergency room nurse known online as Scrubladdy, joins me to share his journey from med-surg to emergency medicine and the lessons he’s learned along the way. We dive into the realities of life in the ER, the challenges of maintaining balance as a healthcare professional, and how humor and connection through social media can make the hard days a little easier. Podcast: ⁠https://open.spot...

Laurie, an EMT with nearly two decades of experience, joins me to talk about her journey from personal trainer to first responder — and how fitness, discipline, and honesty have shaped her career in EMS. From her earliest days on the ambulance to her current work teaching and promoting health in the field, Laurie opens up about trauma, coping, and the importance of staying both mentally and physic...

Nate, an ER nurse and travel nurse, shares his journey from bartending and barista work to finding his passion in healthcare. Inspired by the compassion shown to his mother during her cancer treatment, he’s built a career across multiple states while balancing professionalism, empathy, and the realities of emergency medicine. We also talk about his social media: The Dude Nurse, where he uses humor...

Brent Fenton, a firefighter and paramedic with over 21 years of service, shares his journey from the firehouse to social media. From tough pediatric calls and the realities of leadership to balancing career, family, and ADHD, Brent opens up about resilience in the fire service. He also reflects on using humor and storytelling through Fire Department Coffee to break stigma, connect with others, and...

On this episode of NOON Max, an ER nurse working at a Level 1 trauma center, shares his journey from starting his career during the pandemic to overseeing trauma and critical care today. He discusses the challenges of resource limitations, managing high-acuity cases, and how the pandemic reshaped resilience in healthcare. He also reflects on his future goals in pediatric ICU and transport medicine...

On this episode of NOON Gaby, a 9-1-1 dispatcher and content creator, shares her journey from working as a Starbucks barista to becoming a police and emergency dispatcher. She opens up about the challenges and emotional balance required in the role, including handling difficult calls, managing chaotic emergencies, and navigating the justice system’s limitations. Today’s Sponsor is: JumpMedic Are y...

Welcome to the 2nd annual halloween spooky story by NOON! Podcast: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1vAokfqG5aifoRBKk9MAUh?si=T8DipSBCQzWfOeiBW3h-Vw⁠⁠ FB Page: https://m.facebook.com/groups/nineoneonenonsense/?ref=share Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/911nonsense/⁠⁠ X: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/911Nonsense⁠⁠ Bonfire Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/nine-one-one-nonsense/?utm_source=copy_link...