Operation Yellow Tape Podcast

Let's talk about Closure. Let's talk about the words Culturally Competent. Hear where OYT has been in 2026 and is going over the next few months. Thank you all for having OYT to your event and believing in the message. Thank you for listening. Keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this episode we hammer the importance of sitting in front of the right people when it comes to our mental health. I get a little personal with my own life lately. Thank you so much for joining me this year. I cannot do this without out. Happy New Year Operation Yellow Tapers. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store   If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this episode we dive into the ole, what we don't share strategy. I give some story time about the water and my fears. A little where has OYT been and is going and we end with a book, practice and podcast I hope you'll lean into. Thank you for listening. Keep talking and walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.  

In this episode we talk weak and nonexistent Peer Support Team leaders and members that should step down. I don't even like using the word leader for these types. We then move into what PTS symptoms can do to your patience, even during great days. We end with some OYT upcoming events and a message at the end you need to remember. Thank you for listening and keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.  

In this episode, we hit grief in the teeth. We then slide into the topic of the people in our life. Who are the people in your rooms? We end with some OYT recent events and where OYT is heading. This one got a little fired up! Good! Thank you for listening. Keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.  

In this episode we briefly discuss grief. I do not have a magic pill for navigating grief. All I can give you is what worked and works for me. We end with some OYT happenings coming up and ways you can help move the message and mission. Thank you so much for listening. Keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.  

In this episode I have to tell a personal story that I do not talk about often. So, today we talk about the importance of sharing those past experiences that have shaped your life. People have got to know what you've been through in order to understand you. We end with some OYT admin and where OYT will be over the next few weeks. Thank you so much for listening. Keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this episode I hammer home the hard truth of who the accountability falls on in a mental health decline. There are more resources and help available for people now than there ever has been in human history. We talk a little about our childhood neighborhood and what it can do for your mindset. Please reach out to me if you need support. Keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.  

In the episode I talk about a conversation with someone I saw wearing the OYT shirt. We then dive into the topic of getting yourself moving and living life. We are all too busy! We end with some OYT past events and what has been happening with OYT. Thank you so much for listening, sharing and being part of this mission, turned movement. Keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store   If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this episode I get extremely transparent with how I have felt mentally, emotionally and physically over the past month. August was a difficult month for me. We talk about my books, practices and podcast recommendations. We end with a little administration and updates on what Operation Yellow Tape has been doing and some information on where I will be every Saturday in the month of September. I truly hope to see some of you at these free events. Thank you so much for listening, sharing and the constant feedback. Keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this episode we dive into asking some of the hard questions from those we love the most. I talk a little about bringing some kindness to the fire house and our lives. Thank you for taking this ride with me for a full year. Let's get ready for 12 more! Keep walking with me! Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.  

In this episode I literally changed gears 5 minutes before recording. Let's talk self-limiting beliefs. Let's drive home that a confident person is an unstoppable person. Leave this episode removing toxic people and places from your life. You can! Thank you so much for listening. Keep walking with me! Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this episode we dive into the old answer of, I'm fine. Then we take a new approach at asking someone how they are doing. We cover some signs and symptoms of a mental health setback. We end with hammering home that you have got to come forward and ask for help, people may not know you are struggling. Thank you so much for listening. Keep walking with me! Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

On this day four years ago we all got the call. April 28, 2020, changed us all forever. Just know it is okay to not have the words. Thank you for listening. Keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this episode, we hit a little admin with some OYT happenings. Then we dive deep into the topic of preparing ourselves and our families for us coming home from work. We end with some practices, books, and podcasts to add to that positive input you need to add to your life. I cannot do this without you. Keep walking with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In our Episode 7 we will dive into a question sent to OYT about the face of the mental health stigma. I will read from my journal to drive home my point that yes, I've seen it. We will end with a conversation about grief and how giving up is not the answer. Thank you so much for listening. Keep the feedback coming. I read and listen to everything. I cannot do this without you. Continue walking with me.   Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.    

In this 6th episode we dive straight into how I've been feeling during the weeks leading up to Christmas. We discuss the importance of quickly calling for resources when you need support. We end with a conversation about improving our faith from the view of my daughter. Thank you so much for the support. I cannot do this without you. Here comes 2024! Walk with me! Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.  

In this 5th episode, we briefly catch up on some happenings with OYT this past month. I chat about the importance of having our emergency service retirees contacted and invited by for a cup of coffee. This goes for all professions, have them stop by. It improves not only their mental health, but yours as well. We end with a journal entry and diving headfirst into why I feel the holidays and especially this month of December can be so difficult. Thank you so much for the continued support, messages, and episode ideas. I read them all. Walk with me.   Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this 4th episode we talk about Seasonal Affective Disorder and how you can hit it head on. We move into the holidays and give some tips on navigating these next few months. We also hear another quick entry from my journal. Thank you so much for joining. Walk with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this 3rd episode I will quickly get you up to speed on what has been happening in my life. We will then briefly dive into the overwhelming feeling of too many people talking to you at once. We will end with dismantling the thought that you are going to lose three to five years of your life after a major loss and being crushed by grief. Thank you for listening. Walk with me.   Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.  

In this episode, we will briefly discuss the 2nd Annual Operation Yellow Tape event that occurred on September 2, 2023. Then we will dive into one of my many journals that I wrote in daily during my struggle in silence. Thank you for listening. Walk with me. Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/ If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.

In this episode, you will quickly learn if this podcast is for you. I will be telling the story of the birth of Operation Yellow Tape, and I end by asking you to hang on and come back transparent and raw ready to take this walk with me. Thank you so much for listening.   Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/    If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.