The 25 Live with Jim Burneka

On this episode of “The 25 Live’, Jim is joined with Dr. Kevin Gilmartin. Kevin is a retired Tucson Police Officer, Clinician, and author of “Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement”. Kevin discusses his book, his practice, his career and the current state of affairs. Kevin’s book and website can be found at: https://emotionalsurvival.com The post Episode 49 – Dr...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim welcomes Dr. Jeff Burgess from the University of Arizona. Dr. Burgess discusses the Firefighter Cancer Cohort Study, Sauna use, and testing for PFAS. More information regarding Dr. Burgess can be found at: https://publichealth.arizona.edu/directory/jeff-burgess The post Episode 48 – Dr. Jeff Burgess appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consul...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim is joined by Dr. Gavin Horn who is a Research Engineer with the UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute (FSRI). Dr. Horn discusses his research surrounding exposure reduction on the Fire Scene and back at the Firehouse. UL Fire Safety Research Institute: https://ulfirefightersafety.org Illinois Fire Service Institute: https://www.fsi.illinois.edu...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion regarding how finances relate to our health with FF/PM, fellow Podcaster and Financial Planner Matthew Broom. Matt’s Financial Planning website is: https://www.forwardfocusfp.com Matt’s 24/48 Podcast can be found at: https://www.the2448podcast.com The post Episode 46 – Matthew Broom appeared first on Firefighter C...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with Captain Brandon Dreiman from the Indianapolis Fire Department. Captain Dreiman speaks to his own battles beating alcoholism and how it helped transform him into the Departments Wellness & Support Coordinator. The post Episode 45 – Brandon Dreiman appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

This Episode of “The 25 Live” features a discussion on the newly released study regarding Firefighter Exposures to Per-Polyfluoralkyl Substances in Firefighter Textiles with Notre Dame Universities Dr. Graham Peaslee. Jessica Sieff at Notre Dame media relations can set you up with Dr. Peaslee’s research paper. Her e-mail is: jsieff@nd.edu The post Episode 44 – Dr. Graham Pe...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with former U.S. Marine, Firefighter, Police Officer, Comedian, and new author of “Create your own light. Finding post traumatic purpose”. This is part 3 of a 3 part series. On this particular episode Travis discusses finally seeking help, losing his job in Charleston FD, Alcohol abuse, Comedy, and writing his book. Web...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with former U.S. Marine, Firefighter, Police Officer, Comedian, and new author of “Create your own light. Finding post traumatic purpose”. This is part 2 of a 3 part series. On this particular episode Travis discusses becoming a police officer, the police and public divide, waffle house, his return to Charleston Fire, a...

On this bonus episode Jim sits on the other side of the desk and allows Matthew Broom of the 24/48 Podcast to interview him. Matt will be an upcoming guest on The 25 Live in July. Please check out Matt’s podcast on all major Podcast services. The post Bonus Episode – Jim Burneka guest on the 24/48 Podcast appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with former U.S. Marine, Firefighter, Police Officer, Comedian, and new author of “Create your own light. Finding post traumatic purpose”. This is part 1 of a 3 part series. On this particular episode Travis discusses traumatic events during his childhood, Firefighter Cancer, Volunteering for the Charleston 9 recovery e...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim continues his discussion with Smokejumper Jason Ramos. Jason describes some experiences as a smokejumper, writing a book about smokejumping, and creating a research business to make gear recommendations and improvements. Jason’s book website can be found at: https://smokejumperbook.com Jason’s Product Research website can be found at: h...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with Jason Ramos on his early firefighting career that included structural, wildland, and helitack experiences. The episode ends with Jason completing the rigorous Smokejumping training. To be continued next week. The post Episode 39 – Jason Ramos Part 1 appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

On this episode of “The 25 Live” Jim has a discussion with Death & Grief Educator Alexandra Jabr. Alexandra discusses how we may assist families begin the grieving process while on scene and the disenfranchised grief that we may sometimes have following the incident. More information on Alexandra and Emergency Resilience can be found at: email:  info@emergencyresilience.com In...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with the Firefigher Cancer Support Networks Vice President of Education Keith Tyson. Keith discusses his personal cancer fight and his journey to spread cancer prevention techniques throughout the nation. Keith can be e-mailed at: KTyson@FCSN.net The post Episode 37 – Keith Tyson appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultan...

On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim brings on Charleston FD BC Dr. David Griffin to discuss his journey from PTSD to Post Traumatic Growth following the Super Sofa Factory that killed 9 of his fellow firefighters. More information on Dr. Griffin can be found at: http://www.drdavidgriffin.com The post Episode 36 – Dr. David Griffin appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultant...

On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim flips the script and interviews “Behind The Shield” Podcaster James Geering. James shares his journey from growing up on a farm in England and making his way to the US. James also discusses becoming a FF in the US and the inspiration behind creating his own successful podcast. His podcasts are centered around the Health & Wellness o...

On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with Captain Scott Ross who is the Peer Coordinator for the Los Angeles County FD. Scott is also an IAFF Peer Support Trainer and has been deployed on a multitude of significant tragedies throughout the country through the IAFF. The post Episode 34 – Scott Ross appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim continues his discussion with San Diego Firefighter Ben Vernon. This episode brings Dr. Mark Foreman into the recording and explains the role he played assisting Ben with his mental injuries that would allow him to get back to the job and live life again. More information from Ben can be found at: http://benvernon.com More information regarding Dr....

On this Bonus Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim brings in some former guests for a panel discussion on how First Responders can mentally & physically get through the COVID-19 pandemic. Special Guests include: Ret. Broward County Deputy Chief Todd LeDuc. Todd is now the Chief Strategy Officer for Life Scan Wellness: http://lifescanwellness.com Dr. Donnie Hutchinson is an author, speaker...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with San Diego Firefighter Ben Vernon. Ben describes being stabbed while on an EMS run and the physical and mental injuries that resulted. More information from Ben can be found at: http://benvernon.com The post Episode 32 – Ben Vernon Part 1 appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion regarding behavioral health with FF/PM Dane Fienning and his wife Alison who is a Mental Health Clinician. Dane & Alison have put together a program to help firefighters and their spouses with some of the behavioral issues that come with the police/fire occupation. More info can be found at: https://pinpointbhs.com The post Epi...

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion regarding Firefighter Health & Wellness that concentrates on fitness, nutrition, wellness exams and healthy sleep habits with Captain Dena Ali. The post Episode 30 – Dena Ali Part 2 appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion regarding bullying, Suicide, & Peer Support with Raleigh North Carolina Captain Dena Ali. The post Episode 29 – Dena Ali Part 1 appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

On this Episode of “The 25 Live” Jim has a discussion with Toledo Fire Battalion Chief Matt Brixey regarding setting up rookies firefighters for success throughout their career and beyond through teaching them cancer awareness and prevention in their drill school. The post Episode 28 – Matt Brixey appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim brings back Rick Owen to describe his experience fighting the Australian Wildfire and how he used his knowledge to help reduce his cancer risk while being out in the field for extended periods. The post Episode 27 – Rick Owen appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .