In this episode, we delve into the profound journey of Davin Cole, a retired lieutenant with over thirty years of experience in law enforcement in the San Francisco Bay Area. Davin's career spanned various roles, from Field Training Officer to K9 Offi

In this episode, we delve into a critical issue facing firefighters and first responders: the alarming prevalence of cancer within their ranks. With cancer emerging as the leading cause of death among firefighters, the urgency to address preventive measur

We're thrilled to dive into the world of first responder family life with our special guest, Kaitlin Soule, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Mental Health expert based in California. Kaitlin Soule brings a wealth of expertise, specializi

In this episode, we welcome Kristin Starling, Executive Director of Songwriting With Soldiers (SW:S), a program dedicated to transforming the lives of military veterans and their families through collaborative songwriting. Kristin shares insights into th

In this compelling episode, we delve deep into the intricate concept of moral injury with esteemed guest Dr. Brooke Bartlett, Ph.D. Dr. Bartlett, a licensed clinical psychologist and the driving force behind the Center for Trauma, Anxiety, and Stress (CTA

In this thought-provoking episode, we dive headfirst into a viral TikTok myth that's been stirring conversations about infidelity and divorce rates within the fire service. Join us for an eye-opening discussion with Spencer, better known as The Mando

Audra's husband, Fire Captain Damien Carrion, bravely shares his personal journey through the aftermath of a suicide within his own department. For 15 years, Damien silently wrestled with the impact and stigma surrounding mental health in the firefigh

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Dear Chiefs Podcast! Today, we have the privilege of hosting Angela Graham, Co-Founder of The S.I.R.E.N. Project, whose journey is as remarkable as it is inspiring. With a background spanning 17 years as a fi

Join us in this poignant episode as we sit down with Brittney Sampedro, a devoted spouse, speech therapist assistant, and mother, to delve into her courageous journey alongside her firefighter husband's battle with Stage 2 Hodgkin's lymphoma. In l

Special Guest: Daniela, Creator of The Often Unseen BlogJoin us for a poignant conversation with Daniela, the compassionate creator behind The Often Unseen blog. In this episode, she candidly shares her journey as the spouse of a correctional officer b