Brad Shepherd & Kevin Thacker
No One Fights Alone
The No One Fights Alone Podcast is a first responder mental health and culture podcast created to have the conversations that too often go unspoken in the world of service. Built for law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, dispatchers, military veterans, and other public safety professionals, the show explores the real psychological, emotional, and cultural challenges that come with protecting others—often at the cost of your own well-being. Hosted by Brad Shepherd and Kevin Thacker , the podcast is rooted in lived experience, professional insight, and deep respect for first respon...
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Brad Shepherd & Kevin Thacker
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Apr 9, 2026
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Episodes
Mental Health Training | Wrapping up 2023 17.11.2023 51:34
Brad and Ben Pearson have created mental health training for First Responders. Listen in and check out what they have put together! This will be the last episode of the year!
When your Loved One Comes Home | Ben Pearson 03.11.2023 55:58
Ben Pearson has been in his field for over 20 years. Listen in as he talks about what to expect when a loved one comes home from treatment.
Austin's Back 31.10.2023 37:11
Austins been gone for a couple of weeks. We check in on whats been happening and where were at.
Making Everything Good | M.E.G 27.10.2023 58:24
Making Everything Good was created to assist and support the various charity events and causes produced and backed by Meg. Did you know that when a victim/survivor of sexual/physical assault has a forensic exam, their clothing is often taken as evidence? After their exam is completed, many go home in hospital scrubs without undergarments. As a member of the law enforcement community, She has unfor...
Reed Hastey 20.10.2023 1:03:41
Mighty Oaks Foundation Leadership Trainer & Overseer of Outpost work, Team Leader for Ukraine International Mighty Oaks Team 9 years US Army, Engineer
Stigma | Rob D 17.10.2023 36:36
Rob D joins us again to discuss his life, stigma, and the First Responder Community
Tracy Eldridge from On Scene First 14.10.2023 1:01:20
With a passion for public speaking, Tracy has been recognized nationally for her efforts to train telecommunicators and bring awareness to PTSD and public safety through conference training sessions, webinars, and keynote presentations. In 2020, she was also the proud recipient of the NG911 Institute “Industry Professional of the Year.”
No One Fights Alone 10.10.2023 30:01
Rob D and Brad circle back up for another episode of No One Fights Alone
Another Ride Along with Rob D 03.10.2023 47:51
We love having Rob D on to discuss life, and his views on the culture surrounding First Responders
Annette Zapp | Fire Rescue Wellness 30.09.2023 58:33
She gets it. As a nearly 20-year fire service veteran, She knows you’ve built a career out of serving others. She understands how good it feels to take care of everyone else. You keep your community and your neighborhoods safe. And that’s a fantastic feeling. But she also knows that sometimes this dedication to serving others can get in the way of taking care of yourself. The sleepless nights, men...
BJ Blank | Kentucky PD 25.09.2023 47:24
It was a great experience to meet BJ! Check out his episode and listen to his trials and tribulations.
Code 4 Couples 19.09.2023 44:04
Code4Couples is the brain child of Cyndi Doyle, Licensed Professional Counselor and Law Enforcement Officer Wife. She has a passion for helping to Law Enforcement Couples with her personal experience of being married to a Law Enforcement Officer and her professional expertise as a psychotherapist in private practice that works to with individuals and couple to create authentic and intimate lives....
Redemption | Brad Waudby 11.09.2023 1:04:57
This episode is one of our personal favorites. Brad Waudby has an amazing story of overcoming mental health and addiction challenges. He is now a Peer team lead for Wounded Blue and a current Law Enforcement Officer in New Jersey.
Jonathan Hickory | Break Every Chain 01.09.2023 1:20:14
Jonathan Hickory is a Master Police Officer in Charlottesville, Virginia. In his 15 plus years of police experience, Jonathan has mentored and instructed other officers in police driving methods and as a Field Training Officer. Jonathan spent seven years investigating the reconstruction of fatal vehicle crash sites and three years as a motorcycle officer. Jonathan proudly serves as a member of the...
Another Tuesday Chat 29.08.2023 36:17
In this episode, we talk about the impact of Oliver Anthony's Rich Men of North Virginia and the FOP Bicentennial Conference
Molly Jones | Center of Excellence 25.08.2023 53:48
Molly Jones, LSW is a Clinical Education Coordinator for Advanced Recovery Systems. In this role, Molly is responsible for providing clinical education and training to various client populations, treatment providers, and other behavioral health stakeholders across the country. Molly provides in-person, virtual, and on-demand behavioral health education and is able to cover a wide variety of topics...
Rhonda Kelly | All Clear Foundation 19.08.2023 58:50
All Clear Foundation is a 501c3 public charity whose mission is to improve the overall well-being and longevity of those who serve our communities in times of need. They believe that healthy Emergency Responders contribute to healthier communities
The Trauma Tree 15.08.2023 33:30
Listen in as Brad and Austin discuss the trauma tree.
Deana Kahle | Above Board Counseling 13.08.2023 1:03:02
Since 2011, her clinical practice has primarily focused on first responders and their families. She is trained in EMDR, certified in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) through the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF) and a trained instructor through AICC for Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T).
Ed Monroe | LA County Fire 07.08.2023 57:40
Ed has been a member of LACoFD for 15 years and a fire Captain for the past 4. He has been directly involved in a very notable, significant critical incident and speaks publicly on the topic. In addition to addressing fire service crews directly, He spoke on a panel at the 2022 PSPSA conference in San Diego and at the ICISF 17th World conference held in May 2023 in Maryland. He has also recently p...
Our Hobbies 03.08.2023 33:16
We have Hobbies that keep us sober and sane. Do you?
Raid Media | Haley Blank 21.07.2023 37:30
Haley is a former Police Officer Social media management and marketing was an unexpected passion that Haley has come to love. Her creativity and communication skills have helped her figure out what she wanted to be. Helping small businesses thrive by managing and creating appealing social media platforms, connecting with more clientele, and project management is what she does.
Matt Fiorenza 18.07.2023 1:16:33
Matthew Fiorenza (Cohort 043) is a retired Firefighter/Paramedic for The City of Anaheim in Orange County, CA. Matt holds a degree in Fire Science and is a member of his Fire Department’s Peer Support Team with responsibility in the areas of Critical Incident Stress Debriefings, emotional support, awareness, guidance, mental health resources, and has an empathetic ear.
Megan Lautz | Nutrition 12.07.2023 1:03:47
Megan specializes in tailoring nutrition to the first responder lifestyle. She helps firefighters and police officers make impactful nutrition changes in an imperfect environment. All while considering the lack of time, energy, and money. Check out https://www.rescuerd.com/
First Responder Trauma Counselors | First Responder Trauma Services 05.07.2023 50:45
First Responder Trauma Counselors provides specialized counseling for emergency services personnel and their legal partners for a variety of stressors related to their work and home life, including but not limited to post-traumatic stress injury, anxiety, addiction, depression and grief.
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