Severen Henderson

The Championized Podcast

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The Championized Podcast is a conversation-driven show hosted by Severen Henderson, a major metropolitan city firefighter, author, and creative strategist who believes no real problem gets solved without an honest conversation. This show covers everything—life, creativity, purpose, mental health, identity, leadership, culture, and the moments that shape who we become beyond our titles. Some episodes feature thoughtful guests from all walks of life. Others are solo reflections where Severen breaks down ideas, experiences, and lessons in real time. There’s no hype here. No hustle talk for the sa...

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Severen Henderson

Episodes

The DeKalbs Wolcotts 09.09.2021 1:05:34

Sev talks to father & son Fire Department members

Charles Nickens 24.08.2021 35:45

Sev talks with childhood friend Charles Nickens about mental health, being an entrepreneur and sports.

Episode 27: Darell Payne part 2 24.08.2021 46:05

Sev gets interviewed on all of his entrepreneurial journeys.

Elliott Waller 18.08.2021 1:01:38

Sev sits down in person with fellow firefighter Elliot Waller. They discuss comedy, hobbies, and life activities outside of the firehouse.

Episode 26: Darrell Payne part 1 17.08.2021 42:03

Sev talks with a friend about being an engineer on the Chicago Fire Department

Episode 25: 3 Cops Talk 10.08.2021 37:01

Sev Speaks With An Officer From 3 Cops Talk

Episode 23: Terrence Leftridge 13.07.2021 28:12

Sev talks to accountability coach from UnStopABLE Coaching Services, Terrance Leftridge about public speaking and entrepreneurship

Episode 24: Mike Celiga 13.07.2021 1:13:16

Sev talks to his first partner in a full time capacity when he started in East Cleveland. They talk about mental health & the fire service

Episode 22: Anthony and Anton Downing, The Downing Bros hosts of the truTV show ”backyard Bar Wars” 06.07.2021 31:01

Sev and the Downing Brothers talk real estate, TV shows, Podcasts and Fire. The Downing Brothers, known for their show "Double Down" on HGTV, and currently starring on “Backyard Bar Wars” on truTV

episode 21: Vince Castaneda and Randal Ives from ”Within thin lines” podcast 25.05.2021 1:18:51

Sev talks to Vince and Randall from the podcast "Within thin lines" and enjoy the bourbon "Tango Hotel"

Episode 20: Ken Johnson and Vince Zittnan 26.04.2021 58:52

Episode 20: Ken Johnson and Vince Zittnan by Severen Henderson

Episode 19 with academy classmate Lewis Fox 08.04.2021 28:21

Sev and lewis talk about uprooting and moving for a job

with Dorian Vance 16.01.2021 1:01:29

Severen talks to one of his good friends from the fire department, Dorian. Dorian is a native of Chicago born and raised. Dorian shares a very personal story of an accident that he had.

Special Whiskey Episode W/ podcasters from Fire and Iron Media and special guests 05.01.2021 1:54:43

Special Whiskey episode with Fire and Iron media Podcasters from Chicagos Bravest stories and Alpha Koncepts. we all sit down and learn about Whiskey from Master Distiller Bill Besser and Bartender/ Manager Tony Staunton

Episode 18: Severen talks to friends Antoine crews a Troy Barry 22.12.2020 1:12:12

Severen talks to long time friends Antoine Crews and Troy Barry in this 2 part episode

Episode 17: Severen talks to longtime friend Jake Biros 15.12.2020 39:33

Sev Talks to Jake Biros longtime friend about their journey from Cleveland to Chicago and ultimatley working for the Chicago fire department

Episode 16: Severen talks to Doug Aller from NCBG 01.12.2020 1:04:41

Sev Talks to Doug Aller From New Concepts Benefit Group about all things financial, money and how it relates to the public safety employee. from the start of a career until the end.

Episode 15: Sev talks to Michael Spencer part 2 22.11.2020 1:11:27

Part 2 with Michael Spencer and where Mike is in his life today

Episode 14: Sev talks to Mike Spencer part 1 19.11.2020 1:08:26

Severen talks to Mike Spencer about his journey fulfilling his dream of becoming a firefighter/paramedic for the Chicago Fire Department and the crazy twist of fate life threw his way.

Episode 13 with Emily Correa 29.10.2020 22:16

Save talks to gold star life coach Emily

Episode 12 with Chief Johnny Brewington and Cpt. Mark Mccary 12.10.2020 41:40

Sev talks to long time friends Chief Johnny Brewington and Captain Mark Mccary of the Woodmere Fire Department.

Bonus Episode with Troy Berry 16.09.2020 1:17:01

Sev talks to long time friend Troy Berry about politics, sports, pop culture and friendship.

Episode 11 with Troy Berry and Tony Staunton 11.09.2020 1:17:24

Sev talks with friend Troy Berry and a conversation with Tony Staunton about alcohol and sobriety.

Episode 10 with Sev’s mom and kids 11.09.2020 48:03

Sev sits down with his mom and kids and talks about having a son and father who is a first responder

Episode 9 with Dan Persinger 27.08.2020 52:37

Severen talks to Dan Persinger about Chaplaincy and the fire service.