Episode 64: Dr. Dara Rampersad | Work With -vs- Deal With Therapy

One of the world’s leading first responder culturally competent psychologists, Dr. Dara Rampersad headlines Ep. 64. You will be amazed at his insight on therapy and how he helps law enforcement officers, firefighters, and EMTs.  As a previous forensics psychologist for law enforcement, Dr. Dara shares advice on how to manage critical incidents from a health and wellness perspective.  One …

Episode 63: Life Scan Learning Lab Edition | Dr. Sara Jahnke

In episode 63 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, you will hear from Dr. Sara Jahnke.  Dr. Jahnke is considered by many, the leading researcher in firefighter health and wellness.  Co-host Todd LeDuc and I discuss with Sara the latest trends in firefighter research.  If you know Sara, you know this podcast will educate and entertain you with her …

Episode 62: Officer Deon Joseph | An Angel on Skid Row

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 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 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 …