Send us a text What happens when the alarm goes quiet and the firefighter's shift ends? For many first responders, that's when their second (or third) career begins. This revealing conversation with Captain Travis Burton and entrepreneur Ben Gochberg explores the hidden reality of firefighters who balance emergency responses with multiple business ventures. Captain Burton, who manages a farm, FedEx franchise, and concrete business on his days off, shares candid insights into how he compartmental...
Jul 11, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Send us a text What keeps a firefighter going for 22 years without burning out? Battalion Chief John Cox reveals the surprising answer in this candid conversation about career sustainability in the fire service. "The fire department is a black hole of time and energy. It will take anything and everything you have if you let it," warns Chief Cox, who shares how he learned this lesson the hard way. After years of taking on every technology project and working endless hours, he discovered the trans...
Jul 09, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text Captain Robert Stephens takes us on a personal journey through his three-decade career spanning EMS, law enforcement, military service, and firefighting – revealing the mental health challenges and triumphs experienced along the way. Stephens shares how first responders process trauma across different contexts. He explains that responding to emergencies in your hometown creates unique psychological impacts compared to overseas deployments, as traumatic memories become anchored to ...
Jul 07, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text In this episode firefighter Brent Harding, Battalion Chief Josh Francis, and retired police officer, veteran, author, and licensed clinician Jeff Denning, discuss the how amongst military and first responders, burnout isn't just a possibility, but a looming threat. Jeff offers unique insights into this critical issue, revealing the symptoms and discussing potential solutions. His experiences bring forth an eye-opening outlook on the Emergency Responder Exhaustion Syndrome, and the...
Aug 13, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text Join firefighters Brent Harding, Jordan Woolley, and Captain Bryan Davies from Logan Fire as they discuss what it takes to be a good "new guy". Their shared experiences reveal the grit, passion and commitment required to succeed in this challenging and rewarding profession. From Jordan's shift from college to EMT Basic Class, Fire Academy, and a part-time position with Logan Fire, to Captain Davies' exceptional career development and leadership in fire service, their stories are b...
Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text On this episode, Firefighters Tyler Scriver and Brent Harding team up with Captain Neal Gibbons to share their personal experiences about the bone-chilling benefits of cold water immersion therapy. Starting from Neal's cold showers in Haiti through to his use of the therapy to manage his body temperature as a firefighter, you will get a new look into the world of ice baths and cold showers. Neal, also brings his unique insights from the Wim Hof method and how the habit of cold wat...
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send us a text Today's conversation with firefighters Brent Harding and Seth Weaver along with clinician Dan Fast and Captain Seth Francis will uncover the immense impact sleep quality has on our physical and mental health and explore how firefighters can improve their sleep despite the unique challenges they face. Dan Fast shares his expertise on sleep, debunking the myth of needing 8 hours a night and revealing how our daily activities influence our sleep quality. Captain Seth Francis opens up...
Jun 24, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text Join us as we sit down with Chief Nate Thompson and his wife Kolette, who've been married for 32 years and have successfully navigated the challenges of balancing their careers, family, and relationship. Their story offers valuable insights, tips, and advice for other couples facing similar challenges. We follow Nate's journey from his start as a volunteer firefighter in Smithfield to his current role as Assistant Chief of Operations at Logan Fire Department. Kolette shares her su...
Jun 17, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text Join us for an inspiring conversation with Chief Doug Fulmer and Captains Andy Shock and Jason Gibbons as they share their experiences in the fire service. From Chief Fulmer's 26-year journey with the Logan Fire Department to Captain Shock's path from the Utah Valley University Fire Academy, discover how these individuals have helped shape the growth of the Logan Fire Department and the outstanding team that makes it what it is today. But what happens when it's time to hang up the...
Jun 12, 2023•37 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text Firefighters Brent Harding and Diego Carta, along with Clinician Juliet Tietjen discuss the unique challenges of parenting while being a firefighter and provide resources and tools on how to establish a healthy relationship with your children. Thank you for joining us for another episode of our Firefighter Support podcast, where our mission is to empower firefighters to strengthen their resiliency through mental wellness, physical health, and human connection . This podcast is ava...
May 17, 2023•43 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text Firefighters Brent Harding, Adam Hoglund, Tyler Hammond, and Clinician/ Ph.D. Sophie Archibald discuss the differences between being in executive brain mode and primitive brain mode, when it is appropriate to use each, and what happens when one brain mode is overused. Thank you for joining us for another episode of our Firefighter Support podcast, where our mission is to empower firefighters to strengthen their resiliency through mental wellness, physical health, and human connect...
May 09, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text Firefighters Brent Harding and Neal Gibbons, along with Clinician Brandon Thalman discuss overcoming addiction, recognizing warning signs, and the resources available to help facilitate change. Thank you for joining us for another episode of our Firefighter Support podcast, where our mission is to empower firefighters to strengthen their resiliency through mental wellness, physical health, and human connection . This podcast is available across any platform where you can find podc...
May 09, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text Firefighters Brent Harding, Tyler Scriver, and Liz Colston discuss tips and tricks on how to maintain a good nutritional plan during an unpredictable 48-hour shift. Thank you for joining us for another episode of our Firefighter Support podcast, where our mission is to empower firefighters to strengthen their resiliency through mental wellness, physical health, and human connection . This podcast is available across any platform where you can find podcasts, including YouTube. – – ...
May 09, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text Firefighters Brent Harding, Seth Weaver, and 30 year veteran and Fire Department Chaplain Brent Ho discuss finding and maintaining a healthy spirituality while in the fire service. Thank you for joining us for another episode of our Firefighter Support podcast, where our mission is to empower firefighters to strengthen their resiliency through mental wellness, physical health, and human connection . This podcast is available across any platform where you can find podcasts, includi...
May 09, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text Firefighters Brent Harding and Eric Shields, along with clinician Sean Morris discuss why it’s important for firefighters to regularly meet with clinicians to maintain their mental health. Thank you for joining us for another episode of our Firefighter Support podcast, where our mission is to empower firefighters to strengthen their resiliency through mental wellness, physical health, and human connection . This podcast is available across any platform where you can find podcasts,...
May 09, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Send us a text Firefighters Brent Harding and Tyler Scriver discuss the damaging effects of brainburn and provide some tools on how to resolve it. Tyler Scriver also talks about a way to engage your executive brain during workouts which not only helps increase your strength but also your power. Thank you for joining us for another episode of our Firefighter Support podcast, where our mission is to empower firefighters to strengthen their resiliency through mental wellness, physical health, and h...
May 09, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 1
