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Firefighter Support
by Brent Harding
A podcast created by full time firefighters to enhance firefighter's lives. Guests include clinicians, therapists, chaplains, fitness experts, nutrition experts and more. OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER FIREFIGHTERS TO FIND PEACE THROUGH MENTAL WELLNESS, PHYSICAL HEALTH, & HUMAN CONNECTION.
Episodes
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The Hidden Power of Creating Connection through Conflict
Send a text What if conflict isn't a sign that something's broken, but rather evidence that you truly care? In this eye-opening conversation, we explore how conflict—when approached constructively—can actually strengthen relationships rather than damage them. Joining our regular crew is conflict...
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When Firefighters Fall: Stories of Injury, Recovery, and Brotherhood
Send a text In this raw and deeply personal episode, three firefighters – Aaron Walker, Taylor Kleven, and Tyler Scriver open up about the life-altering injuries that threatened their careers and transformed their lives. Beyond the physical trauma, these firefighters reveal the unexpected...
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The Untold Side Hustle: How Firefighters Build Lives Beyond Emergency Calls
Send 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...
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When Passion Meets Exhaustion: Setting Boundaries
Send 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...
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From Battlefields to Fire Trucks: A Veteran's Journey Through The Fire Service
Send 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...
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Emergency Responder Exhaustion: How to Avoid Silently Burning Out
Send 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...
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From Probie to Pro: Don't Stop Being a "New Guy"
Send 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...
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Fire and Ice ... Baths: Diving Into the Benefits of Cold Water Therapy
Send 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...
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Getting Better Sleep Both On and Off Shift
Send 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...
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Fireproofing Your Relationship with Your Spouse
Send 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...
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Recognizing Impact & Finding Purpose as a Retiree
Send 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...
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Parenting as a Firefighter
Send 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...
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Understanding Executive Brain vs. Primitive Brain
Send 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...
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Overcoming Addiction
Send 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...
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Making Good Nutritional Choices on Shift
Send 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...
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Spirituality in the Fire Service
Send 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...
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Meeting With a Clinician
Send 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…
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Brainburn and Executive Workouts
Send 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.…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast created by full time firefighters to enhance firefighter's lives. Guests include clinicians, therapists, chaplains, fitness experts, nutrition experts and more. OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER FIREFIGHTERS TO FIND PEACE THROUGH MENTAL WELLNESS, PHYSICAL HEALTH, & HUMAN CONNECTION.
HOSTED BY
Brent Harding
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How many episodes does Firefighter Support have?
Firefighter Support currently has 18 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Firefighter Support about?
A podcast created by full time firefighters to enhance firefighter's lives. Guests include clinicians, therapists, chaplains, fitness experts, nutrition experts and more. OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER FIREFIGHTERS TO FIND PEACE THROUGH MENTAL WELLNESS, PHYSICAL HEALTH, & HUMAN CONNECTION.
How often does Firefighter Support release new episodes?
Firefighter Support has 18 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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Who hosts Firefighter Support?
Firefighter Support is created and hosted by Brent Harding.
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