Officer Deon Joseph is full of love and faith! He has been serving, loving, and policing in Los Angeles’ skid row for over 20-years. He stresses love over judgment as part of the answer. Listen as Deon talks about the homeless problems our country faces and offers several viable solutions. He also discusses the love he has for his wife, …
Episode 61: Life Scan Learning Lab Edition | FDNY Chief Frank Leeb
In episode 61 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, you will hear from Chief Frank Leeb. Co-host Todd LeDuc and I discuss with Frank the importance of working together to help with early detection. This episode is dedicated to the loving memory of Frank’s friend, Lt. Edward McDonagh who passed away at 49 years old with colon cancer, and …
Episode 60: BC Jason Golden | Takes Work to have Work-Life Balance
In Episode 60, you will hear from Battalion Chief Jason Golden from Southern Marin Fire Protection District. Jason and I met years ago when he attended my first IAFF/ALTS Work-Life Balance workshop in Anaheim, CA. Jason says it best “It takes work to have work-life balance”. Chief Golden helped start the behavioral health programs many years ago and today is …
Episode 59: Life Scan Learning Lab Edition | Chief Greg Markley
In episode 59 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, you will hear from Chief Greg Markley. Co-host Todd LeDuc and I discuss with Greg the importance of advanced screening physicals and his life-saving story thanks to Life Scan Wellness Centers. Greg serves as the Secretary/Treasurer for the Washington State Council of Fire Fighters. Greg talks about the wonderful health …
Episode 58: Dr. Katherine Kuhlman | Culturally Competent Therapy
In Episode 58, you will hear from Dr. Katherine Kuhlman who is one of the leading firefighter and law enforcement culturally competent therapists in the nation. Dr. Kuhlman focuses exclusively on first responders, guiding them to greater health and wellness. She reviews some of the common issues first responders have in common with each other and discusses the importance of …
Episode 57: Life Scan Learning Lab Edition | Mike Terrana
In episode 57 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, you will hear from Mike Terrana, co-founder and CFO of Life Scan Wellness Centers. Mike and his wife, Patricia Johnson, co-founder and CEO, have been working tirelessly on saving lives through advanced screening and early detection annual exams. Co-host Todd LeDuc and I discuss with Mike, life-saving stories, including his …
Episode 56: Bobby Kipper | Spiritual Wellness is an Anchor
In Episode 56, Best Selling Author and former LEO Bobby Kipper shares how spiritual wellness can anchor a first responder. Listen as Bobby shares his personal spiritual walk and journey that helped him manage the exposure and recovery of critical incidents that come with being a first responder. Bobby is the Executive Director, Founder, and Senior Advisor of the National …
Episode 55: Life Scan Learning Lab Edition | Sean Ryan
In episode 55 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, you will hear the wonderful story of how Life Scan Wellness Centers saved a firefighter’s life! Co-host Todd LeDuc and I have a joyous and heartfelt conversation with Sean Ryan. Learn how Sean went for his annual LSWC screening feeling 100% healthy. He left with a recommendation to see his …
Episode 54: Donnie Hutchinson III | My Son’s Firefighter Journey Part 1
Meet my son, Donnie III who is aspiring to be a full-time firefighter! Donnie III spent 3.5 years in the US Army with the 82nd Airborne Division. He successfully and safely conducted many combat missions in Afghanistan during his 9-month deployment. He has his Fire I and EMT Certification while he is working on his Fire II this summer. Om …
Episode 53: Life Scan Learning Lab Edition | Chief Steve Prziborowski
In episode 53 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, co-host Todd LeDuc and I have a very educational conversation with Chief Steve Prziborowski. Steve serves as a deputy chief for the Santa Clara County (California) Fire Department, where he has worked since 1995. Prziborowski is a state-certified chief officer and master instructor, has earned a master’s degree in emergency …