Episodes

  • When Plans Become Reality - UNC Charlotte Active Shooter

    When Plans Become Reality - UNC Charlotte Active Shooter
    May 17 2024
    In this episode, I speak to the Director of Emergency Management at UNC Charlotte about a wide variety of topics including one of the most important: planning.

    Chris dives into what it is like being the Emergency Managment Director at a large higher education establishment on the east coast and some of the challenges there in.

    We talk about the benefits of collaboration between entities both on and off campus and how they were tested during one of the most tragic events to ever occur on their campus: an active shooter with confirmed victims.

    Thank you to Chris and the UNC Charlotte team for all their continued efforts towards readiness and ensuring the safety of the campus and the surrounding community.

    What the listeners should do "tomorrow": preparedness starts on the individual level. Take responsibility for your personal preparedness (listen to the last 10 min to learn more)

    CONTACT:
    Chris Gonyar - cgonyar@charlotte.edu
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    55 mins
  • Mental Health and Wellness Mini Series Part IV ft. Nick Carson

    Mental Health and Wellness Mini Series Part IV ft. Nick Carson
    May 4 2024
    In this final episode of the Mental Health and Wellness mini-series, Nick Carson brings a fresh perspective on Peer Support and the critical link between a member in crisis and getting the help they need.

    Nick wears many hats but one of the most important ones is his role with Mind the Frontline. We dive into peer support and Nick's position at the non-profit Mind the Frontline whose entire purpose for being is to "support those who selflessly safeguard our communities"

    "It is not normal or okay to suffer" - We also talk about a culture of good mental health and how the results benefit both the member and the Department/agency they are a part of.


    Imporant Links:
    https://mindthefrontline.org/ - Mind the Frontline Website

    1-866-MIND247 (866-646-3247‬) - Mind Shield Warm Line

    Contact Nick:
    ncarson@mindthefrontline.org

    Find Nick on LinkedIn
    linkedin.com/in/nickcarson1623

    https://www.jems.com/author/nick-carsonclarionevents-com/ - Nick's JEMS Article
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    43 mins
  • Mental Health and Wellness Mini Series Part III ft. Beth Jacobs

    Mental Health and Wellness Mini Series Part III ft. Beth Jacobs
    Apr 19 2024
    Beth Jacobs is a licenced clinical mental health counselor and has been for the past eight years. She is also a law enforcement spouse of 24 years and a mom of three.

    Beth and host Prescott Nadeau dive into the clinician portion of mental health and wellness with a focus on EMDR therapy and its restorative effects for emergency service providers. We also hit on trust and the critical nature of developing a relationship as an individual or Department with a clinician.

    "It became apparent this was going to be a lot about death" - Beth, reflecting upon early recognition about being the spouse of a police officer and how that ultimately led to a much greater understanding of emergency services and how to connect with such a unique group of people.

    How to reach Beth: bethjaco210@gmail.com

    Finding the right clinician
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    Clinician Webinars
    https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com/community-education/

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    33 mins
  • Mental Health and Wellness Mini Series - Part II ft. Ofc Macaig

    Mental Health and Wellness Mini Series - Part II ft. Ofc Macaig
    Apr 4 2024
    For part II in our multi part mini series on responder mental health and wellness, host Prescott Nadeau interviews Williston Police Officer Dan Macaig.

    Dan has been a firefighter, EMT and police officer in a wide range of areas including on call, career, volunteer, busy houses, slow houses... the whole gammut.

    We talk about a range of topics including:
    • Mental health and responder wellness conversations during entry level recruit academies
    • The journey of a responder as his cup slowly fills up and what happens when it overflows
    • Breaking the stigma of the "salty old school responder" and "suck it up"
    • Acute stress reactions and how to seek help
    • The drastic effect a listening ear can have on someone in need of help
    • An example of the wrong clinician (followed by finding the right one)
    • A discussion about EMDR and the tangible benefit to responders
    What do you want the listeners to do tomorrow?
    - Treat others like you want to be treated

    Want to reach out to Dan? daniel.c.macaig@gmail.com
    Want to reach Prescott? (802) 999-5944 or prescott.nadeau@thereadinesslab.com

    Resources:
    • Mind the Frontline
    • IAFF Center for Excellence
    • Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
    • PFFV Peer Support Hotline- 1-833-802-7337
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    45 mins
  • Mental Health and Wellness Mini Series - Part I ft. Lt Simanskas

    Mental Health and Wellness Mini Series - Part I ft. Lt Simanskas
    Mar 27 2024
    Host Prescott Nadeau speaks with Lt. Anthony Simanskas about his experience dealing with one of the most horrific emergency scenes that has occured Statewide back in 2018. They discuss how a call like that has potential to flatten even the most seasoned responder and how to prevent it from doing just that.

    Discussion points include:
    • How minimal staffing can effecet mental health
    • The trauma created by pediatric patients
    • Identifying stress reaction symptoms
    • What recovery looks like following a critial incident
    • Finding the right clinician

    What should the listeners do "tomorrow":
    • Finding the right support network
    • Feel like you can be vulnerable
    • Find a hobby / something you enjoy doing
    • Try something new each day

    Resources:
    • Mind the Frontline
    • IAFF Center for Excellence
    • Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
    • PFFV Peer Support Hotline- 1-833-802-7337
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    41 mins
  • Wilderness Medicine ft. Dan Taylor

    Wilderness Medicine ft. Dan Taylor
    Mar 15 2024
    In this episode, host Prescott Nadeau speaks with Remote Paramedic Daniel Taylor on the world of wilderness medicine and the associated challenges. Dan defines the difference between wilderness, austere and remote medcine. We nerd out on gear and equipment while referencing how it applies to the urban, suburban and remote provider. Dan dives into the acronym MARCH PAWS and RTHP (Ruck, Truck, House, Plane) We wrap up with a discussion on becoming a physician extender in the need for rock solid communication (as much as can be accomplished). This was a great conversation with a storied paramedic who has lived some pretty wild and incredible adventures. Want to learn more? Tons of resources below: Self-directed learning and referencesProlonged Field Care CollectiveProlongedFieldCare.orgPFC CPGsConsolidated: Prolonged Casualty Care GuidelinesSeparated out by topic: https://jts.health.mil/index.cfm/PI_CPGs/cpgsWilderness Medical SocietyWMS.orgWMS Journalhttps://wms.org/WMS/WMS/Research/journal.aspx?hkey=4ab1319f-2d1e-4636-acca-096377ce3018WMS Clinical Practice Guidelineshttps://wms.org/WMS/Research/WEM/Clinical-Practice-Guidelines.aspxPodcastsPFC Podcasthttps://prolongedfieldcare.org/prolonged-field-care-podcast/College of Remote and Offshore Medicine Podcasthttps://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/corom-foundationEpisodes 36 (Nursing care in South Sudan), 58 (Human Remains Retrieval), and 77 (Doctorate level paramedic in Colorado) TrainingAustere Emergency Carehttps://specializedmedicalstandards.org/courses/Anyone Not Readyhttps://anyonenotready.com/aec/Ragged Edge Solutionshttps://www.raggededgesolutions.comCollege of Remote and Offshore Medicinehttps://corom.edu.mt/austere-emergency-care/Other courses of relevanceSOARescuehttps://www.soarescue.com/completelistCollege of Remote and Offshore Medicinehttps://corom.edu.mt/short-courses/ConferencesCanadian Association of Wilderness Medicine Annual Conferencehttps://cawm.ca Wilderness Medical Society Conferenceshttps://wms.org/WMS/WMS/Attend/Conferences/Overview.aspxSpecial Operations Medical Association Scientific Assemblyhttps://specialoperationsmedicine.org/soma-2024/DocumentaryTwo Kilometers to Terror: Life and Death Under ISIShttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nz4zF43LZ8kMemorial of Pete written by one of his good friendshttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/feb/23/pete-reed-tribute-former-marine-ukraine-mosul-iraqAnother memorial featuring his wife who served with us in Mosulhttps://www.npr.org/2023/02/21/1158580520/remembering-33-year-old-pete-reed-a-frontline-humanitarian-medic-killed-in-ukraiDaniel Taylor, EMT-P, TP-C, WP-C, CCEMTP, FAWMRemote Paramedic and InstructorFrozen Medical LLCFrozenMedical.comDan@FrozenMedical.comTwitter: @FrozenMedicalInstagram: @FrozenMedical+1 (315) 484 8087
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    52 mins
  • Work Life Balance

    Work Life Balance
    Mar 4 2024
    After a temporary break away from the podcast after having his third child, Prescott returns and speaks to listeners about work life balance, including the barriers to and how to better achieve balace between personal lives and work lives.

    Using lessons learned from time on the job as a career firefighter as well as time away during FMLA leave, Prescott tackles some of the complexities of work life balance that the world of emergency services presents.

    Interested in learning more? Reach out to Prescott at prescott.nadeau@thereadinesslab.com. Do you know someone who you'd like to hear on the Life, Fire, Layout Podcast, or a topic you'd like us to dive deeper into? Drop a comment on email Prescott for more.
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    31 mins
  • When the Rescuer Needs to be Rescued

    When the Rescuer Needs to be Rescued
    Jan 4 2024
    LFL is pleased to bring long time Fire and EMS educator Jon Politis to the podcast. In this episode, we talk about an accident that occured in 2022 that impacted nearly every aspect of his life, physical, mental and emotional.

    This is one of the first times Jon has publically discussed this accident, and more importantly debriefed many of the learning aspects of it including but not limited to: what happens when the rescuer needs to be rescued, words and how they matter way more than we could imagine and the role denial plays in an incident like this.

    Want to book Jon for one of his top classes, EMS Leadership Bootcamp? Contact info below!

    Jonathan Politis Contact Info: jonpolitis@mac.com

    https://www.cnn.com/videos/travel/2016/08/08/park-rangers-grand-teton-national-park-jenny-lake-orig-nws.cnn - more on the Jenny Lake Rangers
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    56 mins