Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'! This week we are having a chat to Dr Doug Presta and Dr Scott Devenish about the student exchange program that they provide via QUT and CWU. Whilst these are specific universities, we chat about student exchange in a general approach and the benefits for students who undertake these. DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...
Jul 19, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Hey team, welcome back to another episode. This week we chat to Lisa, who is a former Victorian paramedic who found herself struggling with mental health. She now works with Victorian police recruits about how to maintain their wellbeing in the job. DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each individual on ‘The Student Paramedic Podcast’ are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 12, 2021•42 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Jo has provided some interesting TED talks that you should listen to to improve your perspective and practice: Dr Wendy Chung: Autism: What we know (and what we don't know yet) Steve Silberman: The forgotten history of Autism Rosie King: How Autism freed me to be myself https://www.autismcrc.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 05, 2021•47 min•Season 2Ep. 8
This week we chat to Theo, a qualified paramedic in Tasmania, owner of MyMedEquip and creator of Student Paramedics on Instagram and Facebook. We chat about Theo's experience of being a graduate paramedic and newly qualified paramedic. MyMedEquip See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 28, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Welcome to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we have a chat to Geoff Murphy from 'Master Your Medics' about his role as a flight paramedic in Canada and thinking about the long-term when it comes to pharmacology in the prehospital environment. Click here for Master Your Medics DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 21, 2021•39 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we have a chat to Colin and Alan about how to apply for a paramedic position in America with the new visas for Australians and their learning packages to expedite and bridge the scope of practice gap. This is a must listen for all students and final year students and graduates can begin applying through this link. DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See o...
Jun 14, 2021•28 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Welcome back to another episode of ‘The Student Paramedic Podcast’. Today we have a chat to Glenn Azar, an ex-army medic, RN, psychology student, adventure business owner, personal development business owner and gym owner. We have a chat about his experience as an army medic, debriefing, where the profession can take you and the importance of personal development for the paramedic profession. DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each individual on ‘The Student Paramedic Podcast’ are their own. See...
Jun 07, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 4
This week we have a chat to Matt Shepherd, a MICA flight paramedic and Britt Shaw, a NSW paramedic from season 1, episode 1. The topic this week is CPR induced consciousness. Matt has researched this topic and Britt has experienced this phenomenon first hand. DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 31, 2021•44 min•Season 2Ep. 3
This week we chat to Amy Gomes (CCP), Sergio Gomes (CCP), Alan Mountford (A/Director), Gary Berkowitz (HARU CCP) and Colin Allen (SOS) about student and paramedic attitude. This amazing team are running a Student Paramedic Conference on July 8th 2021. Click here to get your Student Conference ticket! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 24, 2021•49 min•Season 2Ep. 2
WELCOME BACK TO SEASON 2! Today is an incredible episode, where Jess and Darren share their experience of the same story. Jess is an Ambulance Victoria Paramedic who found herself requiring emergency care. Darren was one of the MICA crew who ended up looking after Jess. Strap yourself in for an incredible episode where Darren and Jess talk about their experience with one another for the first time since that day. DISCLAIMER: all of the opinions of each of the individuals on 'The Student Paramedi...
May 17, 2021•46 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Welcome to the last episode of season 1! Today we chat to Dan Cooper. Dan is an ex special forces soldier, has a bachelor in exercise and sports science, masters in strength and conditioning and is completing his PhD in cognitive and physiological training for elite teams in high stress situations. We delve into setting yourself up for success in high stress situations which involves physical and mental wellbeing. Dan's Website: Komanchi Instagram: Dan Cooper and Komanchi DISCLAIMER: all of the ...
Apr 12, 2021•43 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we are chatting to Megan, Matt and Carleine who are current paramedic students who also happen to be mature age students. Matt, a first year student, asks Megan and Carleine who are in their final couple of years about their experiences. We hope you enjoy. DISCLAIMER: The opinions of each of the individuals on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 05, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 19
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we chat to Ben Meadley, a MICA flight paramedic in Victoria. He is currently undertaking his PhD on the cardiometabolic effects of paramedics. We have a chat about his research, how students and graduates can get into research and the importance of it on progressing the paramedic profession. DISCLAIMER: all of the opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener ...
Mar 29, 2021•49 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. Today we chat to Dr. Andrew Tagg, a paediatric and adult emergency consultant in Victoria about the approach to the paediatric patient. We discuss both the emotional challenges and clinical approaches to the paediatric patient in the pre-hospital environment. Andrew is the co-founder of 'Don't Forget the Bubbles', which provides incredible learning resources regarding paediatric care. Website: Don't Forget the Bubbles DISCLAIMER...
Mar 22, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 17
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. Today we chat to Aaron from the Free Radicals Paramedic Podcast to chat about study tips. In particular, figuring out what type of learner you are, how to create your notes, how to retain information, how to make the most out of your study and how to use your time efficiently. DISCLAIMER: all of the opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 15, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we chat to Jo Stephens about working as a rural paramedic, as a lecturer and so much more! Hope you enjoy this episode! DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each of the individuals on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 08, 2021•51 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we have a chat to Tammie Bullard, the author of 'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Paramedic'. We talk about all things attitude, ego, patient care, qualities that make up good paramedics and her new book for students. This is a must listen! https://www.gbuparamedic.com/ DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each of the individuals on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Mar 01, 2021•40 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Hey team! Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we chat to Nick about his experience going from the ADF to studying paramedicine, how to get the most out of the degree and build your experience as well as his student experience. DISCLAIMER: The opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 22, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Hey team, Welcome back to another episode! This week, we have a chat to Todd Wehr. Todd is the director of The QAS staff support program Priority One. He has been a firefighter and paramedic as well as completing his psychology degree. We have a chat about PTSD, PTG (post traumatic growth), how to build good habits as a student and so much more. We hope you enjoy. DISCLAIMER: The opinions of each individual on ‘The Student Paramedic Podcast’ are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
Feb 15, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Hey team! Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This week we have a chat to Tianna Camilleri, both a registered paramedic and a registered nurse. We have a chat about the dual degree, how to work as both, what her experience was like doing the degree as well as what it is like to do both and the different perspectives that it brings. As Tianna is also a sessional teacher at some university's, we talk about what she tries to teach her paramedic students. DISCLAIMER: ...
Feb 08, 2021•35 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Welcome back to another episode team! Today, we have a chat to Georgia Mitchell about her experience as a graduate and newly qualified paramedic. She is incredibly candid about her experience on her Instagram page @lifeofaparamedic and shares insight into trying to balance physical wellbeing, mental wellbeing, study, sleep and shift work! Hope you enjoy this episode! DISCLAIMER: The opinions from each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...
Feb 01, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Hey team, welcome back to another episode! Today we chat to Matt Cannon, CEO of the St John Ambulance Service in PNG. We discuss what it is like to work in PNG, how to tailor pre-hospital health care to the needs of the PNG community and chat about the benefits of volunteering over in another country. DISCLAIMER: all of the opinions of each inidividual on ‘The Student Paramedic Podcast’ are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 25, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Welcome back to 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. Today, we are having a chat to Simone about eating well during shift work and during study. Simone was the former President of Sports Dietitans Australia and is a Senior Dietetics Advisor for Dietitans Australia. She has worked with Cricket Australia, Melbourne Storm, the Hawthorne AFL club and so many more. She has a book called 'Eat Like An Athlete' which discusses nutrition for optimising performance in all aspects of life. Simone's website: ht...
Jan 18, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 8
We are incredibly excited about this episode. Nick, Hayden and Aaron from 'The Free Radicals Paramedic Podcast' join us in this episode to have a chat about advice to students, how they can put their best foot forward, attitude on placements and towards the job as well as how to maintain wellbeing. Make sure you check out their podcast as they have incredible episodes. https://freeradicalsparamedicpodcast.com/ MyMedEquip: Code: TSPP10 https://mymedequip.com/ DISCLAIMER: The opinions of each indi...
Jan 11, 2021•48 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. This episode is apart of our 'wellness series'. Today we are having a chat to Brooke and Ray from 'Emergency Fit' about staying healthy and exercising during shift work. Brooke is a paramedic and Ray is a strength and conditioning coach. Together, they created 'Emergency Fit' for emergency workers and first responders to tailor a fitness program to the shift work and needs appropriate to the work lifestyle. There is a little bit...
Jan 04, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This is a nice short but interesting episode, packed full with information about what our experiences were for our first placements and the learnings we are taking into the next. As everyone is busy during the end of the year, we thought a shorter episode might be nice for you to fit into your day. We hope you enjoy. DISCLAIMER: All of the opinions of each individual on 'The Student Paramedic Podcast' are their own. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 28, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. Today, we are having a chat to Steve "Sunny" Whitfield about his journey with 'Wild Medic' and now moving into 'Medics Beyond Borders'. Steve has a lot of experience in providing humanitarian pre-hospital care and provides insight into the benefits of working in rural and alternative pathways of paramedicine. 'Medics Beyond Borders' has already begun a soft launch with a full launch occurring in 2021. EVERY SHIRT PURCHASED BEFOR...
Dec 21, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Welcome back to another episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. Today, we are having a chat to MICA Flight Paramedic, Darren Hodge. He has over 30 years experience in the paramedic profession and gives us great insight into what it is like to be a MICA Flight Paramedic on this episode and in his must read book, 'A Life on the Line'. We chat about the power of reflection, advice to students, mindset and attitude and much more. We don't go too much into the cases that he has been to as we thin...
Dec 07, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to our very first episode of 'The Student Paramedic Podcast'. We have a chat to Britt Shaw, a new graduate paramedic in the NSW Ambulance Service. When she was a student in 2018 and 2019 she was the Queensland Coordinator for SPA. When creating the podcast, the most common topic that we received questions about was the graduate position and the process of applying. So, we thought 'why not make this our very first episode'? So many of our peers have just completed their degree and are wai...
Nov 30, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 1
