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Episode two features retired Sergeant Michael Sugrue. On this episode we discuss Michael’s law enforcement career, the scene in which he saved a couple who being attacked by a man welding a knife, PTSD, childhood trauma, Save A Warrior, Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB), and his book “Relentless Courage: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma” with Doc Springer. Save A Warrior: https://saveawarri...

On the inaugural episode of “We Can’t Believe They Gave Us a Show! With your Hosts Nick & Jim”, Nick & Jim welcome the Managing Editor of Firefighter Nation, Stephanie White. Stephanie discusses the history of Firefighter Nation and what the product refresh is going to include. Stephanie also discusses how Firefighter Nation is going to evolve at FDIC. More information regarding Firefigh...

APS Radio 46 Brittany Hollerbach info Episode 46 of APS Radio features Dr. Brittany Hollerbach. Dr. Brittany Hollerbach is an associate scientist and deputy director at the Center for Fire, Rescue & EMS Health Research, part of NDRI-USA. She is speaking on behalf of the First Responder Center for Excellence (FRCE). Dr. Hollerbach has extensive experience working with the fire service on a num...

APS Radio episode 45 features a sneak preview of the upcoming 7th Annual Firefighter Health & Wellness Conference taking place in “Exotic” Beavercreek Ohio October 16th – 18th. More information regarding the conference can be found at: www. ExoticBeavercreek.com The post APS Radio 45 – 2024 Conference Preview appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 44 of APS Radio features our good friend Frank Leeb. Frank discusses his new career as the Managing Director for the First Responder Center for Excellence (FRCE), his new book with Chief Billy Goldfeder “30 Fires You Must Know”, and his upcoming talk at the Brothers Helping Brothers FF Health & Wellness Conference in “Exotic Beavercreek” Ohio! More information regarding the FRCE can b...

Episode 43 of APS Radio features my oldest son, Jameson Burneka. We had our first father and son mini trip and had some great conversations along the way. I thought it would be beneficial to others to see how our struggles as first responders can affect our children. Jameson shares his perspective and hopefully gives us adults some things to ponder. The post APS Radio 43 – Jameson Burneka ap...

Episode 42 of APS Radio features (Ret) Anaheim Fire Captain Rick Cheatham and centers on a powerful conversation focused on forgiveness and faith. Rick speaks about his past addictions, his sons murder, and a fall that resulted in paralysis. Be prepared to go for a ride as Rick walks you through his adversities and how he was able to work through those difficulties. Rick can be contacted at: rkcon...

Episode 41 of APS Radio welcomes back Brian Daboul to discuss the new proposed OSHA Emergency Response Standard. Brian discusses the history of the standard, the difference between an OSHA & NFPA standard. Brian also does a deep dive into some of the proposal including medical physicals, two in – two out, and much more. Public comments for the proposed OSHA Emergency Response Standard can be...

Episode 40 of APS Radio features Kory Pearn from Crackyl Magazine. Kory shares how he got started in the fire service and came up with the idea to do a firefighter health & wellness magazine. Kory also shares insight on Crackyl’s partnerships with Fire Engineering, The Dennis Leary Foundation and the Brothers Helping Brothers Conference. More information about Crackyl magazine can be found at...

Episode 39 of APS Radio features Alexandra Jabr and expands on her December 2023 Jems article “My experience with Ketamine – Assisted psychotherapy”. Alexandra shares her firsthand experience and paints the picture of what ketamine treatments entails and what these treatments may be able to accomplish. Alexandra’s article on ketamine can be found at: https://www.jems.com/commentary/my-experience-w...

Episode 38 of APS Radio features Brian Daboul from the Mine Hill Fire Department in New Jersey. Brian is also a certified safety manager through the National Association of Safety Professionals. On this episode, Brian discusses his latest Firefighter Nation article “Overhaul Without Respiratory Protection Can Cause Hearing Loss; Ototoxic Chemicals to blame”. You can check out Brian’s article here:...

Episode 37 of APS Radio features Nick Magoteaux from Brothers Helping Brothers. Nick discusses the 7th Annual FF Health & Wellness Conference taking place in “Exotic” Beavercreek Ohio October 16-18. www. ExoticBeavercreek.com The post APS Radio 37 – Nick Magoteaux appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Megan Lautz is the months guest on APS Radio. Megan is a Civilian Registered Dietitian and Personal trainer for Fairfax County Fire & Rescue and Rescue RD. On this month’s episode Megan discusses how she got started working with Fairfax Fire & PD, how she teaches Fire & PD to eat healthy with realistic expectations and so much more. More information on Megan be found at: https://www...

Episode 35 of APS Radio is all about Fire Department checkups from the neck up. This episode features Alison Fienning from Pinpoint Behavioral. Jim & Alison discuss the steps you can take to implement your own behavioral health checkups within your department. More information on how to implement these checkups can be found in the December issue of Fire Engineering. Alison can be found at: ht...

Episode 34 of APS Radio features Jon Vought from Rescue 1 CBD. Jon explains what CBD is, the differences between CBD & THC, and how firefighters can safely use CBD while on the job. More information can be found on Jon’s website: https://rescue1cbd.com The post APS Radio 34 – Jon Vought appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 33 of APS Radio features FDNY’s Chief of Safety Frank Leeb.  Jim & Frank discuss Frank’s new book “Cornerstones of Leadership On and Off the Fireground”.  Enjoy the canter as Frank shares why he wrote the book and his intended audience and scope. Frank’s book can be found at: https://a.co/d/fpsii1h The post APS Radio 33 – Frank Leeb appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultant...

Episode 32 of APS Radio features Captain Chris Moore.  Chris shares his behavioral health struggles and shares his journey out of darkness.  Chris also discusses initiatives that can better equip future first responders to deal with PTS in its early stages. Chris will always listen!  757-536-3373 The post APS Radio 32 – Chris Moore appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 31 of APS Radio features Jake Wehr who is the Deputy Director of Programming for Save A Warrior. Jake discusses the benefits of doing an ice-cold plunge.  Jake also discusses what is needed to get your own ice-cold plunge setup.  Jake ends the show talking about what Save A Warrior is and how to sign up for their program. https://saveawarrior.org The post APS Radio 31 – Jake Wehr app...

Episode 30 of APS Radio features Five After Midnight host Stephanie White.  Stephanie discusses the new Pregnant Workers Fairness Act that took effect on June 27 th .  More information regarding the Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act at: https://www.eeoc.gov/wysk/what-you-should-know-about-pregnant-workers-fairness-act The post APS Radio 30 – Stephanie White appeared first on Firefighter Cancer...

Episode 29 of APS Radio features Nick Magoteaux, the founder of Brothers Helping Brothers.  Nick discusses creating the non-profit Brothers Helping Brothers and their 6 th annual Firefighter Health & Wellness Conference. More information on Brothers Helping Brothers can be found at: https://www.brothershelpingbrothers.org More information regarding their FF Health & Wellness Conference can...

On the 28 th episode of APS Radio, Dr. Kenny Fent discusses the National Firefighter Registry (NFR).  Dr. Fent explains the importance of the NFR, how to register and the goals of the program. More information regarding the National Firefighter Registry can be found at: https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/firefighters/registry.html To sign up for the NFR please go to:   https://nfr.cdc.gov The post APS Radi...

On this episode of APS Radio, FCSN’s VP of Education, Research, & Outreach Russ Osgood discusses his upcoming class at FDIC, and the Five Alarm 5k Run to Remember – In memory of Bobby Halton. Russ’ class: https://www.fdic.com/speakers/russell-osgood 5k Run info: https://www.fdic.com/special-events/special-events/special-events-schedule The post APS Radio 27 – Russ Osgood appeared first o...

On this episode of APS Radio, Gregg Bagdade discusses his recently released book “Mental Health Mayday, A Firefighter’s Survival Guide from Recruit through Retirement”.  Gregg shares his experiences as a Chicago Firefighter/Paramedic, becoming a clinician that works with first responders, his love of the Beatles, and his new book. Gregg’s book can be found at:  https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Health...

On this episode of APS Radio, Dr. Miriam Siegel from NIOSH discusses the recently released study regarding birth defects among children of male firefighters.  Dr. Siegel describes the makeup of the study, results, and what firefighters can do to protect themselves.  More information regarding this study can be found at: Blog: https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2022/12/21/birth-defects-ff/ Fu...

Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) President Bryan Frieder’s is featured on APS Radio Episode 24. We discuss the evolution of the FCSN and the fire service towards occupational cancer.  Bryan discusses the partnership with the IAFF and Firefighter Cancer month.  Bryan and I both pay tribute to the recently departed Chief (Ret) Bobby Halton. Firefighter Cancer Support Network – https:/...