EPISODE · Apr 2, 2025 · 1H 24M
TRAUMA, HUMOUR & SILENT SUFFERING - The other side of being a Firefighter
from Walkers Only Podcast · host Ollie Olds
Two South Wales firefighters, Geraint Roberts and Matt Norman, sit down for a raw, unfiltered conversation on what it really means to live with the mental toll of frontline duty.From tragic scenes that never leave their minds, to the dark humour that helps them cope, this episode shines a light on the often-unspoken reality of being a firefighter in the UK.🚒 Topics covered:The impact of witnessing trauma firsthandEmotional numbness & disconnect in the aftermathCoping with stress as men in a "tough" cultureThe power (and risk) of dark humourWhat support should look like — and what’s still missingThis episode is for anyone in the fire service, emergency response, or anyone who's felt the weight of trauma and the silence that often follows.
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