Dear Chiefs Podcast
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Fair Play and Invisible Work with Eve Rodsky
In this episode, we welcome Eve Rodsky, the author of the acclaimed book Fair Play, to discuss the often-unseen challenges of invisible labor in first responder households.Join us as we dive deep into the concept of unicorn spacetime for yourself that a
First Responder Wife & Working Mom: Balancing Career, Family, and Fire Life
In this episode, we chat with Jenna Partlow, a fire wife married to a fire captain at the El Segundo Fire Department, whos also a managing director at a Big 4 public accounting firm. With nearly 20 years at her firm, Jenna has spent the last seven years
Overtime Guilt and Resentment: Why First Responders and Their Spouses Struggle with Saying No
In this episode, were joined by James Boomhower of Stay Fit For Duty to unpack the emotional rollercoaster that comes with overtime in the first responder world. Why do first responders struggle to say no to extra shifts? We explore the guilt they feel w
Navigating Crisis + Chaos for First Responders with Jeff Banman
In this powerful episode, we reconnect with Jeff Banman, former firefighter, CIA counterterrorism operator, and author of When It All Goes to Hell: Notes on Crisis and Chaos. Jeff shares his deep insights into managing high-stakes moments, both on the fro
Kristina Moon on Love, Loss, and The Billy Moon Foundation
In this heartfelt episode, Audra and Chelsi welcome Kristina Moon, widow of FDNY firefighter William Billy Moon II, to share her powerful story. After tragically losing her husband in 2022 during a training exercise, Kristina has dedicated her life to k
Firefighter, Mom, and Mentor: Fire Captain Andrea Binley on Balancing Career and Family
In this inspiring episode Audra and Chelsi sit down with Fire Captain Andrea Binley, a trailblazing female firefighter who proves you can have it allyour career, dreams, and family. Starting her journey as a Fire Explorer with Upland Fire Department at j
Mom Rage, Guilt, and Balancing First Responder Family Life
In this episode, Audra and Chelsi sit down with Rachael Choate, a mother and firefighters wife, to explore the often-overlooked topic of Mom Rage and its impact on first responder families. Rachael shares her personal journey from corporate leadership to
Rachel Feinstein on Fire Wife Life and Her Comedy Special 'BIG GUY'
Watch BIG GUY on Netflix NOW!!In this hilarious and heartwarming episode of Dear Chiefs, we welcome the incredibly talented Rachel Feinstein! Rachel is an actress and stand-up comedian who also happens to be married to an FDNY Battalion Chief. She brin
Parenting Neurodiverse Children in First Responder Families
In this episode, we tackle navigating family life in a first responder household with neurodivergent children. Joining them is Jessi Brown, firewife to her husband Phil, a seasoned firefighter with a large department outside of D.C. Jessi shares her journ
Deciphering Narcissism vs. PTSD
Dive into a compelling episode as Dr. Peter Salerno, a renowned psychotherapist specializing in clinical psychology and trauma treatment, shares invaluable expertise on navigating manipulative relationships and trauma recovery. Dr. Salerno's extensive