What’s Your Emergency

To see full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/episode18 . MC and HM fire up the mics to talk about MC's new adventure: Field Training Officer. HM asks him to describe how he has prepared for this role and what he expects of the new officer who will be assigned to him the very next day! What are first day expectation of the FTO towards the new officer? What is the officer expecting from th...

For full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/askwye012 . In this episode, Sean Eddy from Medic Madness asks us about reconnecting with family after a long shift. The guys talk about: How much about your day should you be sharing with your spouse? Your kids? What are good pressure relief activities before arriving home? How can we set realistic expectations for ourselves and our families? How abo...

For full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/episode17 Happy Medic brings Motorcop a story from around the internets about new technology being placed into the hands of law enforcement: Facial Recognition. Could retailers purchase this information to better target advertising based on places your face has been? Could children's faces be tracked and accessed via hacking? Will movements of th...

We are branching out and adding video content, including professional critique of fire, police and EMS videos gathered from the far reaches of the globe as well as our patented snark on videos that deserve it. The trick is, however, that we want to know what YOU the listener (now the viewer) want us to comment on. You can also find our videos over on MC's YouTube Channel ! Support the show Jo...

For full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/episode16 . In Emergency Services we have different ranks that determine who has to follow the directions of someone else, but that doesn't always make that person a leader. There are a number of books, seminars and speakers that can guide you towards becoming a leader and the guys know where to start. Should a leader take credit for the team&apo...

For full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/askwye011 . In this episode, HM takes the reins to answer another international listener question. (MC recently got the Field Training Officer position and was otherwise occupied during the scheduled recording time. Where's his dedication?!) This time, it's David from the UK and he wants to know about US mental health resources. The guys wou...

What will 2019 bring? The guys have some predictions: Facebook will not last the year. MC will get totally swole while HM keeps the Dadbod industry afloat Alexa will become self aware and enslave us all. Has she already? Someone ask her and find out. Don't forget to click the sidebar mic, ask us a question, and get featured on Ask WYE! Support the show Join our Facebook Community! Buy us a be...

For full show notes, visit http://wyeradio.com/askwye010 . In this episode, Tom asks HM about his thoughts and recommendations surrounding the topic of tourniquets. Spoiler alert, you really shouldn't put one around your neck.  Or anyone else's. You're welcome. Support the show Join our Facebook Community! Buy us a beer! Email Us! ( Justin or Jason ) Thanks for listening and please...

For full show notes, be sure to visit http://wyeradio.com/episode14 . "First Responders are excellent storytellers," says our guest this week, Scott Harvey from SpeakingofHarvey.com .  A retired Law Enforcement Officer at age 43 (Yes, we give him the appropriate amount of crap for that) Scott has continued a passion he found on the job: Public Speaking. Included in this episode: Can Law...

For full show notes, visit http://wyeradio.com/askwye009 .  In this episode, Shirrelle hits the guys up from down under to ask about a future in EMS. As you can imagine, the Happy Medic is giddy to answer. Support the show Join our Facebook Community! Buy us a beer! Email Us! ( Justin or Jason ) Thanks for listening and please share the show !

For full show notes, visit http://wyeradio.com/episode13 . In this episode, the guys discuss a very important feature of one's Family Disaster Plan: The Fire Safe! Some sites want you to make a cute binder of important documents and keep it easy to get to.  We think they're confusing important documents with the Family Disaster Plan binder. And if you don't know what that is, again,...

For full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/askwye008 . Nate is looking to jump from EMS to PD and is wondering what advice the guys have for him as he leaves the light side to join the dark side. What are his guiding motivations? Will he maintain his Paramedic certification and license? Is he going away from EMS or towards law enforcement?  Both maybe? Support the show Join our Facebook Commun...

For full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/episode12 . Believe it or not, when challenged with what he would do if his co-workers brought a dead body back to the PD for training, MC somehow changes Justin's mind about the entire situation. Is there an appropriate time to practice medical procedures on the dead? Why is taking a dead body back to the fire house a bad thing? Isn't this...

For full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/askwye007 Another great question comes our way from the Speakpipe icon on our homepage to ask about something that can derail your career:  Needle sticks.  While the guys answer each of Jeff's questions they also discuss some common sense approaches to preventing needle sticks for police and EMS as well as address what to do if you do get stuck....

For full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/episode11 . But should 2 years of college study be required to become a Cop? Will classes in History, English and Math help a Firefighter fight fires? Shouldn't Paramedics be judged by their desire to help others rather than their grades in an elective that has nothing to do with helping others? Don't forget to check out our Patreon page whe...

For full show notes, visit http://wyeradio.com/askwye006 . See if you can guess which one of these crazy stories is true: MC once caught a robbery suspect who crashed their car HM once drove an ambulance code 3 while PD chased him When HM rode along with MC he once stopped 3 cars at the same time Listen to the show to find out! Support the show Join our Facebook Community! Buy us a beer! Email Us!...

For full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/episode10 Nick from the Mic Loop share his insights on: The design and how it is born from field work, not a think tank behind a desk versatility of placement and color coding to match any Supervisor's dress code standards (What color is Midnight Justice after all?) and how a cop starting a small business handles family, work and a side gig Don&a...

For full show notes, head over to http://wyeradio.com/askwye005 Thanks to our sponsor, Audible ! MotorCop explains to the Happy Medic the differences in capabilities of certain law enforcement agencies as it pertains to sending folks out of their regular areas. Does your agency have a policy for automatically requesting help? Do surrounding agencies know how to ask for specific resources? Are you...

For full show notes, head over to http://wyeradio.com/episode009. Fresh off episode 008 about budgeting, the guys address another emergency many first responders and military face: Investing. What should a new Officer or Firefighter with a sudden steady paycheck be focused on? In the middle of your career? Nick tells us about deferred comp versus a 401k See the light at the end of the tunnel and t...

For the full show notes, go to http://wyeradio.com/askwye004 . In this episode, a listener from Oklahoma, Ron, asked the guys about their favorite inter-disciplinary pranks...but first, they get pranked themselves. Enjoy the ensuing shenanigans! Support the show Join our Facebook Community! Buy us a beer! Email Us! ( Justin or Jason ) Thanks for listening and please share the show !

For full show notes go to http://wyeradio.com/episode008 . Budgeting isn't as insane as you think it is and can be the single biggest impact you can have on yourself and your family. Let's be honest, running out of money at the end of the month is a clear emergency! Listen to the guys talk about their own experiences dealing with debt, working overtime, and dealing with the spouses to co...

Full show notes for this episode are available at http://wyeradio.com/askwye003. In this episode of Ask WYE, "Art" from New Jersey ask about how to move from contractually-based police work to full-time police work while balancing a family, no official Academy experience, and being in one's mid-30's. Tune in to hear how the guys encourage "Art" to take positive steps...

For full show notes, go to wyeradio.com/episode007 In this episode, Tim Burrows walks the guys through: How to measure, evaluate and improve effectiveness of your agency's social media programs Why building trust and making a difference in their lives is your goal, not share, follows and favorites How much sharing is too much and is that really so bad? How is your agency doing social media? G...

Full show notes for this episode are available at wyeradio.com/askwye002 . Issue 2 of our listener questions special comes from "Mr Nick" himself all the way from Australia and it has to do with the confusing web of names we here in the US give Law Enforcement. Police Sheriff Highway Patrol Trooper What does it all mean? Support the show Join our Facebook Community! Buy us a beer! Email...

For full show notes go to wyeradio.com/episode006. In this episode you'll learn:   How to design a cover sheet for your plan with important information. Why having an out of town contact is crucial to the success of your plan. Steps to include in the "Evacuate" portion of the plan so there are no questions about what to do should an emergency require you, or your family without you,...