Dear Chiefs Podcast
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Nutrition On-the-Go for Busy First Responders and Default Parents
Are you gearing up for the holiday season's hustle and bustle while trying to manage your child's sports activities, juggling holiday preparations, and maintaining your energy levels? Look no further! In this episode, we explore the crucial compon
Turning Loss into Love: A Police Widow's Story
In this moving episode, we chat with Gracie Parrish Miller, a remarkable woman whose life underwent a profound transformation on December 31, 2017. That day, She received "the knock"an event dreaded by every family of first responders. Gracie r
A Real LA Fire & Rescue Story: Balancing Family Life
Join us for an insightful episode with Scott Woods, a seasoned veteran of the LA County firefighting scene and dedicated peer counselor. We delve into the daily challenges and triumphs of a career firefighter in California, managing family life, and even
Navigating Change: A Fire Family's Journey to Better Work-Life Balance
In this heartfelt episode, Chelsi shares her family's courageous journeya transition after over two decades of dedicated service with CAL FIRE. Join us as we delve into this significant move, embracing the role of ECC Assistant Director in a municipa
Diane Cotter: A Fearless Firefighters' Hero Leading the Fight Against PFAS
In this gripping episode, we sit down for an enlightening conversation with Diane Cotter, exploring her impactful journey through firefighter cancer and the extraordinary efforts she made to support her husband in the face of his cancer diagnosis. For de
Navigating the First Year as a Firewife, Loss, and Resilience
Join us for an inspiring episode as we sit down with Krista Harkin, a remarkable firewife, and real estate powerhouse in Chicago. Krista's journey into the firefighting lifestyle began recently, and it wasn't long before she experienced the profou
Fair Play In First Responder Relationships
Explore the intricate world of relationships in this episode as Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, a distinguished clinical psychologist and relationship expert, joins us for an insightful conversation. Discover the secrets of fair play in first responder relationships
Tackling First Responder Health and Well-being
In this eye-opening episode, we delve into a critical issue that often lurks behind the heroic facade of firefighting: the staggering rates of stress, sleep deprivation, and health problems plaguing those who dedicate their lives to saving others. We welc
Alcohol Recovery For First Responders
In this episode we catch up with past guest Ashley Iverson and her significant other Phil about their journey as a couple, Ashley's work with Iverson Foundation for Active Awareness, Phil's experience as a firefighter, his battle and ultimate path
Grief Is Selfcare
In this episode, we are joined by James Boomhower of Stay Fit 4 Duty to discuss crisis care, and how first responders adjust that care when they feel at fault. We will also be addressing the very sensitive topics of loss and grief. James (Boomer) Boomho