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EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025 · 59 MIN

The Truth About Mental Health in Frontline Services | James Bull

from The Lonely Chapter

James Rossano-Bull has spent over 25 years in the UK Fire Service — but nothing could prepare him for the day he responded to his own mother’s emergency. In this episode, James shares his journey through PTSD, grief, and recovery, and the lessons he’s learned about mental health in frontline services.We talk about:The hidden cost of trauma in the fire serviceLeadership vs management in high-pressure rolesUsing fitness and endurance challenges to protect your mental healthSpeaking out, breaking stigma, and finding personal coping strategiesLinks from James:Black Dog Run Club YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blackdogrunclubPTSD 999: https://www.ptsd999.org.ukThe Fire Fighters Charity: https://www.firefighterscharity.org.ukFollow The Lonely Chapter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lonelychapterpodcast

James Rossano-Bull has spent over 25 years in the UK Fire Service — but nothing could prepare him for the day he responded to his own mother’s emergency. In this episode, James shares his journey through PTSD, grief, and recovery, and the lessons he’s learned about mental health in frontline services.We talk about:The hidden cost of trauma in the fire serviceLeadership vs management in high-pressure rolesUsing fitness and endurance challenges to protect your mental healthSpeaking out, breaking stigma, and finding personal coping strategiesLinks from James:Black Dog Run Club YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@blackdogrunclubPTSD 999: https://www.ptsd999.org.ukThe Fire Fighters Charity: https://www.firefighterscharity.org.ukFollow The Lonely Chapter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lonelychapterpodcast

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