In Ep. 97, Chief Todd LeDuc and I have a discussion with Dave Fischler, Ret. Suffolk County NY Fire Commissioner. WE discuss NY Chiefs, IAFC, 9/11 illness, and a brand new discussion: Firefighter head trauma. Don’t miss the latest news on firefighter head trauma.
In episode 96 Dr. Donnie discusses the need for personal accountability regarding work-life balance and self-care. I witness personal accountability on the job all the time. However, do we have the same drive for our personal health and family relationships? Or do we blame others, the system, genetics, or anything in between for not getting what we desire in life? …
Chief Todd LeDuc, Ret., and I take a look back at 2021 and discuss some of the highlights and all the special friends on the podcast. Chief Todd then discusses what to look for in 2022. It’s going to be a great year!
An incredibly helpful podcast episode for all firefighters, first responders, and anyone that needs some help with balance. Chief John Dixon delivers an instant classic with his openness, wisdom, and sharing of his best practices. There are at least twelve golden nuggets of how to live a balanced life. Be sure to listen when John talks about his accountability network! …
Chief Keith Bryer serves as the Chief of Dept. for Palm Beach Gardens, Florida Fire Rescue, an internationally accredited department. We discuss, succession, leadership lessons, empowerment, prioritizing health, wellness, and safety to include Life Scan Wellness physicals.
In episode 92,” I discuss the inner details of work-life balance. I begin by encouraging some of you to not get caught up in the term work-life balance if that term bothers you. Instead, focus on the components and attributes of WLB. Listen as I discuss the components of WLB to include meeting your health & wellness needs (self-care) that …
Superintendent of the National Fire Academy Eriks Gabliks discusses his fire service career, journey, service at the Oregon State public safety training institute as well as the offerings of the National Fire Academy, Emergency Management Institute in Emmitsburg Maryland. We also discussed focusing on the physical and mental well-being of first responders throughout their careers.
In episode 90,” I discuss taking a look ahead in 2022. We begin by reviewing what went right in 2021 with family, health, and work. We then begin looking at all the great things in store for 2022. Listen as I share some best practices on how to achieve your desired 2022 by choosing to take action today. Self-awareness, discipline, …
From high school English teacher to paramedic to the world of online education, Hilary Gates’s path is like no other. You don’t want to miss this informative podcast where self-care, behavioral health, Alexandria Fire, and Life Scan are the topics of the interview!
Ep. 88 of “Get Balanced Podcast,” host Dr. Donnie Hutchinson shares another classic podcast, Firefighter Capt. Robby Owens! This episode sets the foundation for living a balanced life. Listen as he discusses how legacies don’t really happen versus the impact a first responder can have on people, especially their families. Capt. Robby, aka Average Jake Podcaster, talks about his learned …
