The 25 Live with Jim Burneka

The 25 Live with Jim Burneka

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Creating A Cancer Reistant Fire Department

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The 25 Live with Jim Burneka

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Jan 14, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 26 – John Moore 25.02.2020

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion centered around Post Traumatic Growth with John Moore. John takes us on his journey through multiple traumatic events and how his family were able to persevere. You can check out John’s Podcast at: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/mooredinary-podcast The post Episode 26 – John Moore appeared first on Firefighter Cancer...

Episode 25 – Dr. Platoni 18.02.2020

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with retired US Army Colonel Dr. Kathy Platoni regarding behavioral health in the military/first responders. Dr Platoni served as a clinical psychologist for more than three decades before retiring in 2013. Dr Platoni was deployed on four occasions in time of war including Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Iraq & Afghanistan. She is also a...

Episode 24 – Mike Brewer 11.02.2020

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion on Cancer Prevention for Arson Investigators with Captain Mike Brewer of the Mesa Fire and Medical Department in Mesa, Arizona. Mike was contributing author to the 2018 International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI) Health & Safety Best Practices Report: https://www.firearson.com/Publications-Resources/Fire-Investigati...

Episode 23 – Frank Leeb 04.02.2020

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion on FF Cancer Prevention with FDNY Deputy Chief Frank Leeb. Chief Leeb has been with the FDNY since 1992. Chief Leeb is also a member of the East Farmingdale FD (Long Island NY). He is a principle members on NFPA 1710 & 1585. Chief Leeb also serves as an advisory panel member for the UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute&#821...

Episode 22 – Paul Melhuish 28.01.2020

On this Episode of “The 25 Live’, Jim has a discussion With the Cleveland Association of Rescue Employees (C.A.R.E) Local 1975 Union President Paul Melhuish. Paul represents the Dispatchers, Paramedics and EMT’s at Cleveland EMS. Paul describes the contract battle Local 1975 have endured with the City of Cleveland regarding Behavioral Health Benefits for it’s members. More...

Episode 21 – Rob Bilott 21.01.2020

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with attorney Rob Bilott centered around PFOA/PFAS and his 20+ year fight against DuPont and other other chemical companies. The post Episode 21 – Rob Bilott appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 20 – Best of “The 25 Live” Volume 1 14.01.2020

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim takes us back in time with some clips from previous episodes. The Best of “The 25 Live” Volume 1 features Dr. Sara Jahnke, Jen Cramer, Paul Erickson, and Lilian Carney. The post Episode 20 – Best of “The 25 Live” Volume 1 appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 19 – Captain Beth Gallup 07.01.2020

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with recently Retired Kent Fire Captain Beth Gallup. Captain Gallup discusses the creation of The “Healthy In, Healthy Out” program and video. The program and video can be seen at: https://www.wscff.org/health-wellness/healthy-in-healthy-out/ The post Episode 19 – Captain Beth Gallup appeared first on Firefighter...

Episode 18 – Chief Tom Krueger: Discussion on leading a Department after a Cancer LODD. 31.12.2019

On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with Linconshire Riverwood FPD Chief Tom Krueger. Chief Krueger discusses the Occupational Cancer LODD of Lt. Jim Carney and how his untimely death was not in vain. The post Episode 18 – Chief Tom Krueger: Discussion on leading a Department after a Cancer LODD. appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 17 – Jeff Orrange: Discussion on creating a Peer Support Team and response after a major incident. 24.12.2019

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with Orlando Firefighter and Peer Support Coordinator Jeff Orrange. Jeff describes how his Peer Support team was started and how it was enacted after the tragic Pulse Night Club mass shooting. The post Episode 17 – Jeff Orrange: Discussion on creating a Peer Support Team and response after a major incident. appeared first on...

Episode 16 – Mark Rine: Discussion on FF Cancer Prevention and Presumptive battles. 17.12.2019

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with former Columbus Ohio Firefighter Mark Rine on his personal cancer battle and the battle for FF Cancer Presumption coverage with his department. The post Episode 16 – Mark Rine: Discussion on FF Cancer Prevention and Presumptive battles. appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 15 – Paul Erickson: Discussion on Hot Zone/Immersive Fire Station Design 10.12.2019

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with architect Paul Erickson on his award winning Fire Station designs that help reduce exposure to carcinogens and also assist with our mental health. The post Episode 15 – Paul Erickson: Discussion on Hot Zone/Immersive Fire Station Design appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 14 – Jeff Stull: Discussion on the recently updated NFPA 1851 Standard 4th edition. 03.12.2019

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion on the recently updated 4th edition of NFPA 1851 (Selection, care, and maintenance of fire gear) with Fire Gear guru Jeff Stull. The post Episode 14 – Jeff Stull: Discussion on the recently updated NFPA 1851 Standard 4th edition. appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 13 – Heith Good: Discussion on the IAFF Peer Support Program 26.11.2019

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with Norwich Township Firefighter Heith Good on how the IAFF Peer Support program can assist departments with their behavioral health initiatives. The post Episode 13 – Heith Good: Discussion on the IAFF Peer Support Program appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 12 – Dr. Gail Whitelaw: Discussion on FF Hearing Loss. 19.11.2019

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim discusses Firefighter hearing loss with Dr. Gail Whitelaw who is the Director of the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic at The Ohio State University. The post Episode 12 – Dr. Gail Whitelaw: Discussion on FF Hearing Loss. appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 11 – Chief Robert Fite: Discussion on FF Cancer Presumption 12.11.2019

On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim discusses Firefighter Cancer Presumption laws with Chief Robert Fite from Grand Prarie Texas. The post Episode 11 – Chief Robert Fite: Discussion on FF Cancer Presumption appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 10 – BC Steve Conn: Discussion on FF Behavioral Health 05.11.2019

On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim discusses Firefighter Behavioral Health issues through the personal experiences of Colerain Twp’s Battalion Chief Steve Conn. The post Episode 10 – BC Steve Conn: Discussion on FF Behavioral Health appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 9 – Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell: Discussion on Firefighter Exposure Documentation 29.10.2019

On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim discusses Firefighter mobile exposure documentation with Dr. Lori Moore-Merrel from the National Fire Operations Reporting System (NFORS). The post Episode 9 – Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell: Discussion on Firefighter Exposure Documentation appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 8 – Dr. Donnie Hutchinson: Discussion on Work Life Balance 22.10.2019

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim discusses Work Life Balance with Dr. Donnie Hutchinson. The post Episode 8 – Dr. Donnie Hutchinson: Discussion on Work Life Balance appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 7 – Rick Owen: Discussion on FF Cancer prevention efforts throughout the world 15.10.2019

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim discusses the FF Cancer prevention efforts that are being conducted throughout the world with Victoria Australian Firefighter and recent Churchill Trust award winner Rick Owen. The post Episode 7 – Rick Owen: Discussion on FF Cancer prevention efforts throughout the world appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 6 – Jen Cramer: Discussion on FF Behavioral Health 08.10.2019

On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim discusses firefighter behavioral health with Jen Cramer of the Firefighter Behavioral Health Alliance. The post Episode 6 – Jen Cramer: Discussion on FF Behavioral Health appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 5 – Jacqueline Toomey: Discussion on FF Sleep issues 01.10.2019

On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim discuses firefighter sleep disorders with the founder of the First Responder Sleep Recovery Jacqueline Toomey. The post Episode 5 – Jacqueline Toomey: Discussion on FF Sleep issues appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 4 – Lillian Carney: Discussion on the Carney Strong Initiative 24.09.2019

On this episode of “The 25” Jim takes a deep dive into the Carney Strong initiative with Executive Director Lillian Carney. The post Episode 4 – Lillian Carney: Discussion on the Carney Strong Initiative appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Bonus Episode 1 20.09.2019

On this episode of the 25 live Nick Magoteaux and Jim Burneka preview their upcoming Miami Valley Health & Wellness Conference. The post Bonus Episode 1 appeared first on Firefighter Cancer Consultants .

Episode 3 – Todd LeDuc: Discussion on FF Physicals & Behavioral Health 17.09.2019

On the 3rd episode of “The 25” Jim discusses Firefighter medical physicals & Behavioral Health issues with Todd LeDuc. Todd recently retired as an Assistant Chief at the Broward County Sheriff Fire Rescue. In June of 2019, Todd was named the Chief Strategy Officer for Lifescan Wellness. The post Episode 3 – Todd LeDuc: Discussion on FF Physicals & Behavioral Health appea...

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