Burnt Out

In this conversation, Skip O interviews Kim Davenport, a therapist specializing in trauma and addiction. They discuss the importance of seeking help for mental health issues, the challenges faced by first responders, and the power of peer support. Kim shares her personal journey and the impact of her work in helping others heal from trauma. They also touch on the topic of ALS among firefighters an...

Dr. Julie Ann Goode, PsyD, LMFT is a Clinical Psychologist who is a therapist for 14 years and specialized in working with First Responders and Military Veterans for three years.  She has worked with Los Angeles and Orange County Police, Sheriffs and Fire Departments as well as Responders and Veterans from around the United States.  She has also worked with rehabilitation programs (mental health/P...

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In memory of Steve "The Sandman" Sanneman. Steve was a 30 year Firefighter/Paramedic, a husband, a father, and a beliver. He wanted to help those struggling with PTSD and Sex Addictions.  Steve was on the board of the World Wide Peer Support and a facilitator for their support meeting.  PLEASE SUPPORT THIS PODCAST BY TAKING A LOOK AT OUR SPONSORS Throttle & Thrive First Responder Addiction Rec...

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Chuck Bray currently serves as a Captain at DeKalb County, Georgia Hazmat Station Sta19. They currently have a 4 man Hazmat truck, a 3 man 75’ Quint and a 2 man Squad ( medical calls unit ) Capt Chuch is also the Peer Support Coordinator for the department. He deals with all the crews that respond to calls with multiple deaths, death of children, child abuse, traumatic incident, or real any call t...

Cindy Ell President and Founder, Fire Fighter Cancer Foundation Cindy Ell is a retired firefighter/Critical Care Paramedic originally from Anne Arundel County MD, with a background in emergency communications, critical care and labor advocacy. After a cancer cluster occurred among the firefighters she served with in Maryland, Cindy began researching and tracking firefighter cancer in 1990. As a re...

FDIC International offers thousands of Fire & Rescue professionals from around the world, quality world-class instructors, classrooms, workshops, H.O.T. Evolutions and the most innovative products and services available to the industry displayed by over 800 exhibiting companies. The FDIC experience is more than your traditional trade show it’s about the learning and sharing with your peers for...

Jason Sautel spent much of his early adulthood as a decorated firefighter in one of the toughest firehouses in the country and today shares Christ-centered stories and lessons from his time there to his 600,000+ Facebook followers. In this episode, Jason and Skip O take on the topic of trauma. PLEASE SUPPORT THIS PODCAST BY TAKING A LOOK AT OUR SPONSORS Throttle & Thrive First Responder Addict...

For the 2024 tournament, the BFit Heroes Cup welcomes the new directors of the Hero's Cup Foundation, EJ and Jaime Nicholas. Both second generation firefighters, EJ and Jaime are passionate about first responders, mental health, and hockey. Along with working as a firefighter/EMT, EJ also works at the Fire Academy, is a team leader for his department's peer support team, and is a high school hocke...

Steve Sanneman returns for his second time on Burnt Out with Skip O. Steve is a 30 year Firefighter/Paramedic, a husband, a father, and a beliver. He wants to help those struggling with PTSD and Sex Addictions.  Steve is on the board of the World Wide Peer Support and is a facilitator for their support meeting.  PLEASE SUPPORT THIS PODCAST BY TAKING A LOOK AT OUR SPONSORS Throttle & Thrive Fir...

Chris Kozak is 49 years old and has served 31 years in the fire service, 26 years full time in the suburbs of Chicago. He is married with 5 adult children and enjoys outdoor activities for fun. PLEASE SUPPORT THIS PODCAST BY TAKING A LOOK AT OUR SPONSORS Throttle & Thrive First Responder Addiction Recovery: https://throttleandthrive.com/ MyPodcast. Media: https://MyPodcast. Media PODCAST WEBSI...

Marty Dulworth is a dedicated individual who has served his country and community with distinction. With a background as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, specializing as an 0331 Heavy Machine Gunner, he demonstrated leadership, bravery, and a commitment to excellence. Transitioning to civilian life, he continued to serve, this time as a vital member of the Anderson Police Department....

Courtney is the founder of Grey Matters. She has over 20 years of experience in business management, nursing, psychology, nutrition, and digital marketing. She’s also Grey’s mom, so she gets it! As a mother with a child living with apraxia and ADHD, Courtney has found success in neurofeedback for both herself (cPTSD) and her children. Now, she’s out here helping other moms and dads with their own...

Jason Sautel spent much of his early adulthood as a decorated firefighter in one of the toughest firehouses in the country and today shares Christ-centered stories and lessons from his time there to his 600,000+ Facebook followers. In this episode, Jason and Skip O catch up on topics like faith, vulnerability, and his experience writing The Rescuer and his new book, Jesus Is All We Need. JASON'S L...

In this episode, Skip O sits down for a conversation with Darron Sparks, a retired Chief of Police, Assistant Chief, Uniform Sergeant, Detective, Training Coordinator, Certified Firearms, CQC Instructor, and had 15 years SWAT team. Darron is the father of one of our previous guests, Zane Sparks. Darron recounts his experience when he was shot in the line of duty. PLEASE SUPPORT THIS PODCAST BY TAK...

Jeff D joins Host Skip O for a tabletalk episode where they talk about the upcoming FDIC (Fire Department Instructors Conference) in #Indianapolis Indiana, mental health, the Walk Out Of Darkness UK, and the Zoom support meetings that Jeff D facilitates. Visit the Burnt Out website to learn more: https://burntoutpodcast.org Please support this podcast by taking a look at our sponsors: MyPodcast. M...

For many years, Retired Police Officer Brian Martin from Carmel, Indiana, battled PTSD. He’s battled alcohol use, flashbacks, avoidance, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and even attempts, all while denying PTSD could be responsible. He exhibited symptoms in front of his peers and supervisors, and they didn't recognize them until one day, he found a solution. Brians Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedi...

Jen Culpepper is a 35 year old mom of 3 and is currently an Assistant Shift Supervisor with Dekalb Fire Rescue. She's been in EMS for 20 years and started running calls at 14 years old with the explorer program that was available in the county she grew up in. Jen has been a paramedic for 10 years, spent 8 years at AMR, and was a FTO there for 5 years. Having a dad that is a retired police officer,...