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 …
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 …
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 …
Episode 52 features a returning guest, Patrick Fitzgibbons of CJEvolution Podcast. Patrick discusses how to go above and beyond our self-limitations of social conditioning. He also shares his latest podcast creation, Mindset. We discuss some great concepts regarding self-learning, the Law of Attraction, and gratitude.
In episode 51 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, co-host Todd LeDuc and I have a sincere and heartfelt conversation with Fire Chief Sam Greif of Plano, TX regarding his COVID-19 illness. Chief dives deep into the illness and his long hospital stay. Listen as he talks about health, wellness, and the long-term positive implications of COVID-19. He shares …
In episode 49 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, co-host Todd LeDuc and I have another very heart-felt, inspirational conversation with an authentic leader, Deputy Chief Eric Valliere of the Scottsdale Fire Department. Eric is also the Chair of FDSOA. Chief Valliere discusses his philosophy that if we teach responsibility, then accountability happens. He also shares his belief about …
In episode 48 of “Get Balanced,” host Dr. Donnie Hutchinson discusses the challenges and rewards of getting firefighters and law enforcement officers to a workshop. The workshop title is not rough and tough; therefore, first responders might shy away from it. However, Yuma, AZ Police Training Supervisor Ruth Hernandez provides some tips on how her command staff fixed the issue. …
In episode 47 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, co-host Todd LeDuc and I have a very inspiring conversation with a spectacular leader, Fire Chief Reggie Freeman. We discuss his recent decision process to accept the position of Fire Chief for the City of Oakland. Listen as Chief Reggie shares stories of leadership successes, challenges, health and wellness, and …
Episode 46 features Sgt. Betsy Smith, the spokesperson for the National Police Association, Betsy shares the importance of focusing on the positive elements of law enforcement. She discusses her journey of self-care, working two jobs, and turning down a promotion because the timing was not right. Also, she talks about her Christian faith and how her spiritual wellness has played …
In episode 45 of the Life Scan Learning Lab edition, co-host Todd LeDuc and I have a very insightful conversation with Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell. Lori is the President and CEO of the International Public Safety Data Institute. One of the highlights includes an eye-opening discussion about resiliency with the youngest generation in our workforce. Listen as Todd and Lori the …
