Episodes
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One Degree of Change (Audio)
Episode 144 One Degree of Change Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock In this podcast, we explore how self-awareness, empathetic listening, and small daily choices can strengthen relationships and create lasting positive...
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Trust Lost By The Bucketful (AUDIO)
(00:00:00) Trust Lost By The Bucketful (AUDIO) (00:02:46) Navigating Treatment and Family Dynamics (00:06:24) Trust, Relationships, and Recovery (00:11:54) The Importance of Self-Work in Recovery (00:17:51) Rebuilding Trust and Moving Forward (00:23:43) Family Support and Individual Healing...
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Situation Screwed/Still Survivable (Audio)
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Episode 142 Situation Screwed/Still Survivable HALT and Call for Backup (Video) https://youtu.be/kVKX3HhJbKE Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary Captain James Owen is a retired fire captain, author, speaker, and recovery advocate dedicated…
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Step-9 (Audio) "Revised" Making Amends: Action Over Apology
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Episode 141 (72) HALT and Call for Backup Step-9 "Revised" Making Amends: Action Over Apology Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this episode, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock dive into Step Nine of the recovery process, focusing on the...
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The Hidden Pain Behind Every Breakup: Rejective Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) (AUDIO)
The Hidden Pain Behind Every Breakup Rejective Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Episode 140 HALT and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary This episode dives into Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD)-an intense emotional response to...
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COPS are Conditioned to Stay Silent (AUDIO)
COPS ARE CONDITIONED TO STAY SILENT For years, cops and first responders have been conditioned to believe that asking for help means you’re weak. The truth is, the things we see and carry from this job don’t just disappear. We bury them, we ignore them, or we try to numb them, until eventually…
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Don’t Fake the Badge (When “Trauma-Informed” Isn’t Enough) AUDIO ONLY
Don’t Fake the Badge (When “Trauma-Informed” Isn’t Enough) With Dennis Carradin Jr. LPCMH, NCC, BCETS HALT and Call for Backup Episode 138 Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary Being “trauma-informed” isn’t the same as being trauma-experienced-and first responders know the...
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Episode 137 Step-8 "Revised" Laying the Groundwork for Amends
Summary In this 12-Step Podcast Series, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock dive into the emotional complexities surrounding the concept of making amends. They encourage listeners to reflect on the feelings associated with unmade amends and the impact of holding onto resentment. The discussion emphasizes...
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Your Inner Critic Is Lying to You-and It’s Been Controlling Your Life
Your Inner Critic Is Lying to You-and It’s Been Controlling Your Life Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Summary Former police officer Mike Koch discusses the challenges of dealing with the inner critic, the importance of self-compassion, and the journey of recovery. He emphasizes the need for...
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Episode 135 Breaking the Chains Part-2
Episode 135 Breaking the Chains Part-2 Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this episode, Jim McLintock and Mike Koch discuss the struggles of first responders dealing with alcohol addiction and its impact on…
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Episode 134 Breaking the Chains Part-1
Episode 134 Breaking the Chains Part-1 Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this episode, Jim McLintock and Mike Koch discuss the struggles of first responders dealing with alcohol addiction and its impact on…
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Episode 133 Step-7 "Revised" Rebuilding From the Inside Out
Episode 133 Step-7 "Revised" Rebuilding From the Inside Out Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup (Video) https://youtu.be/mX3zkYWJ2sg Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this 12-Step Podcast Series, Jim McLintock and Mike Koch dive into Step Seven…
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Episode 132 Step-6 "Revised" The Shift from Excuses to Action
Episode 132 Step-6 "Revised" The Shift from Excuses to Action Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup (Video) https://youtu.be/6IXE97oHnwA Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this 12-Step Podcast Series, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock explore Step Six of...
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The Holiday Trifecta: 3 Challenges, 1 Season
Episode 131 The Holiday Trifecta: 3 Challenges, 1 Season Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this episode of Positive Connections Radio’s H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup, hosts Mike Koch and Jim engage with Trevor...
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Episode 130 Step-5 "Revised" The Power of Being Known
Episode 130 Step-5 "Revised" The Power of Being Known Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this 12-Step Podcast Series, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock dive deep into Step Five of the secular version of the 12 steps,...
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Episode 129 The Promises "Revised" Courage Fuels Change
Episode 129 The Promises "Revised" Courage Fuels Change Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this episode of Positive Connections Radio, hosts Mike Koch and Jim McClintock dive into the Promises of Recovery,...
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Episode 128 Step-4 "Revised" Taking off the Armor
Episode 128 Step-4 "Revised" Taking off the Armor Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this 12-Step Podcast Series, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock dive deep into Step Four of the secular version of the 12 steps,...
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Episode 127 Step-3 "Revised" Strong Enough to Surrender
Episode 127 Step-3 "Revised" Strong Enough to Surrender HALT and Call for Backup Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Summary In this 12-Step Podcast Series, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock discuss the third step of recovery, focusing on the importance…
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Episode 126 Step-2 "Revised" From Control to Connection
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Episode 126 Step-2 “Revised” From Control to Connection HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (126): Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock In this 12-Step Podcast Series, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock discuss the importance of acknowledging the need for...
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Episode 125 Step-1 "Revised" The Problem Was Me
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Topic: Episode 125-Step 1: The Problem Was Me HALT and Call for Backup-Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock In this episode, Mike Koch and Jim McLintock discuss Step-1 of the 12 Steps of recovery, focusing on a secular approach that removes…
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The 12-Steps "Revised" (Episode 124)
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Topic: The 12-Steps “Revised” HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (124): Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Mike and Jim take a deep dive into the 12-Step program, sharing personal experiences and insights on recovery, particularly for First...
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Positive Word Jar: ENCOURAGE
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Topic: Positive Word Jar- “ENCOURAGE" (Video) https://youtu.be/TG_uJb9QwbE HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (123): Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Jim and Mike discuss the significance of encouragement in life, particularly in the context of...
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Moving through the Suffering: Episode 122 Guest: Erik "Smitty" Smith
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Topic: Moving through the Suffering HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (122): With Guest Erik Smith Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Erik Smith is a veteran of the fire service, having spent 30 years of public service-17 years with Meridian Fire...
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Positive Word Jar: GUIDE
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) Topic: Positive Word Jar- “GUIDE" HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (121): Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock In this episode, Jim and I pull a random word from our positive word jar-this time, it's “guide” and we dive into a spontaneous, real...
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Positive Word Jar: COMMUNITY
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (120): Positive Word Jar- "COMMUNITY" Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock “Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.” Firstresponderwellness.com MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com...
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Positive Word Jar: PRIDE
Positive Connections Radio (Podcast) HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (119): "Positive Word Jar- "HOPE" Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock “Be Strong, Stand Up, Speak Your Truth, and Break the Stigma.” Firstresponderwellness.com MentalHealthNewsRadionetwork.com...
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You are not Broken: Dr. Rose Maynard-First Responder Wellness
HALT and Call for Backup-Episode (118): "You Are Not Broken" Dr. Rose Maynard Program Director-First Responder Wellness Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock This week, Jim and I sat down with Dr. Rose Maynard, LMFT, a powerhouse in trauma recovery and a passionate advocate for first...
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Self-Forgiveness: Letting go and Moving Forward
Self-Forgiveness: Letting go and Moving Forward H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup-Episode 117 Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock In this episode we explore one of the most challenging yet transformative steps in healing-self-forgiveness. This episode breaks down what self-forgiveness…
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The No Matter What Club: NMWC
The No Matter What Club (NMWC) H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup-Episode 116 Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock In this episode of HALT and Call for Backup, we dive deep into the powerful concept of the No Matter What Club (NMWC). As former police officers turned recovery advocates, we...
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Grounding the Chaos: How Yoga Supports First Responders
Grounding the Chaos: How Yoga Supports First Responders H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup-Episode 115 Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock With guest Vance Row In this episode, we are joined by Vance Row, a former police officer turned yoga teacher, who has transformed his own mental and...
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First to Help, Last to Ask: Chris Logan-First Responder Wellness
First to Help, Last to Ask H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup-Episode 114 Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock With guest Chris Logan First Responder Wellness is dedicated to supporting those who serve on the front lines-helping First Responders address mental health challenges like PTSD,...
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Finding Your Passion, Again
Finding Your Passion, Again H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup-Episode 113 Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock In this episode, Finding Your Passion, Again, we explore the journey of rediscovering passion after losing it. Whether it’s for your career, a hobby, or a purpose that once lit you...
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Reframing Thanksgiving: Managing Expectations and Disappointments
Reframing Thanksgiving: Managing Expectations and Disappointments H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup-Episode 112 Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Thanksgiving is often portrayed as a time of gratitude, connection, and joy, but for many, it can be a source of stress, unmet expectations…
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The Power of Detachment
The Power of Detachment H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup-Episode 111 Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Today, we’re going to discuss the concept of detachment, a powerful tool for both supporting loved ones dealing with mental health or addiction issues and in managing our own recovery…
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Detox or Death
DETOX or DEATH H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup-Episode 110 Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock This episode is dedicated to the brave souls who have chosen the difficult path of detoxing from opioids and to those who tragically lost their lives in the fight. As the opioid crisis rages…
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Finding Hope: Ret. Police Officer Stephanie Polizziani
Finding Hope Retired Police Officer Stephanie Politzziani H.A.L.T. and Call for BackupCoast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Stephanie Politzziani has spent years navigating the challenging worlds of criminal justice and social services with the City of Berkeley, California. As a street...
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Silence is Killing First Responders
Silence is Killing First Responders With Nicole Ferry H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock This podcast demonstrates how one person can go through trauma and have the courage to break the silence and get help. Many First Responders keep their personal and...
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SELF-CONTROL: 28-Day Challenge #9
SELF-CONTROL: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #9 H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: Episode-107 In order to make positive changes in your life it's wise to start making a change today. This is the 28-Day Challenge. 28-DAY CHALLENGE GOALS: We...
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Guilt and Shame Recovery: The Master Class
Guilt and Shame Recovery: The Master Class H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: PCR E-106 Guilt: a feeling that we’ve done—or perceived we’ve done—something wrong. Shame: a feeling that our whole self is wrong—that we are worthy…
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Sharks and Daisies: George Cavallo-Former Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer
Sharks and Daisies: George Cavallo-Former Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: E-105 George Cavallo, a former Chief Warrant Officer and Coast Guard rescue swimmer, shares his experience and courage...
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FAITHFULNESS: 28-Day Challenge #8
FAITHFULNESS: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #8 H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: Episode-104 In order to make positive changes in your life it's wise to start making a change today. This is the 28-Day Challenge. 28-DAY CHALLENGE GOALS: We...
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POLICE THERAPY: Ret Police Capt. David Bond Psy.D.
POLICE THERAPY Ret Police Capt. David Bond Psy.D. H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: PCR E-103 More and more First Responders are standing up for their mental health and jumping right over that “Stigma” rut. This Stigma has…
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GENTLENESS: 28-Day Challenge #7
GENTLENESS: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #7 H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: PCR Episode-103 In order to make positive changes in your life it's wise to start making a change today. This is the 28-Day Challenge. 28-DAY CHALLENGE GOALS…
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IRON Sharpens IRON: Sgt. Scott Irwin: Brothers and Sisters of Courage
IRON Sharpens IRON Brothers and Sisters of Courage H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: PCR E-100 Scott Irwin shares his experience, strength and hope for all First Responders and anyone suffering from addictions and mental…
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GOODNESS: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #6
GOODNESS: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #6 H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: PCR E-99 In order to make positive changes in your life it's wise to start making a change today. This is the 28-Day Challenge. 28-DAY CHALLENGE GOALS: We have a...
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KINDNESS: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #5
KINDNESS: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #5 H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: PCR E-98 C2C E-28 In order to make positive changes in your life it's wise to start making a change today. This is the 28-Day Challenge. 28-DAY CHALLENGE GOALS…
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HOLIDAY TRIFECTA
HOLIDAY TRIFECTA H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: E-97 The holidays can seem overwhelming, stay strong and listen up. Try to identify with what we talk about. It may be difficult to hear, but thats what we do: We do hard...
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SHOTS FIRED: When Time Stands Still (Part 2)
SHOTS FIRED When Time Stands Still (Part 2) SDPD Officer Mike Martinez H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Officer Mike Martinez is a police officer for the San Diego Police Department. In his first 5 years as a police officer he was involved in four…
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SHOTS FIRED: When Time Stands Still (Part 1)
SHOTS FIRED When Time Stands Still (Part 1) SDPD Officer Mike Martinez H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Officer Mike Martinez is a police officer for the San Diego Police Department. In his first 5 years as a police officer he was involved in four…
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PATIENCE: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #4
PATIENCE: 28-DAY CHALLENGE #4 H.A.L.T. and Call for Backup Coast to Coast with Mike Koch and Jim McLintock Positive Connections Radio: PCR E-94 In order to make positive changes in your life it's wise to start making a change today. This is the 28-Day Challenge. 28-DAY CHALLENGE GOALS: We have a...
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