Heart 2 Heart Walk Podcast

Sergeant Greg Corin APM - Australian Federal Police 36 years.  Such a diverse career from General Duties Policing, Specialist Response Group (SRG) - Discreet Operations Team through to Team Leader, Close Personal Protection team for the Governor-General and Prime Minister._____Listener discretion is advised; this episode raises issues such as child abuse, suicide and other emotive issues that might not be suitable for all listeners._____In this Hot Debrief episode, Matt talks to Sgt Greg Corin APM during the Heart 2 Heart Walk.  Greg has led an amazing career within the Australian Federal Police (AFP) since commencing in 1987 currently in his 36th year of service that has taken him all around the world.  A service that has taken a huge toll on both him and his family with a level of resilience that you need to hear to believe.Greg has specialised in various operational roles including Tactical Operations within the Specialist Response Group, Surveillance Operations, Close Personal Protection, Witness Protection, Police Rescue and even Water Police.  This unique array of capabilities has seen Greg also an operational member of the ‘Discreet Operations Team' - conducting both domestic and international operations.If hunting Columbian Drug importers in remote parts of Australia's west coast sounds intense, you need to hear the stories of being held at gunpoint during UN operations in East Timor, surviving a massive Vehicle Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED) attack just 300 metres away in Afghanistan and being shot at by Russian separatists while deployed to Ukraine soon after the downing of flight MH17.  Greg's role as a Ceremonial and Protocol Officer saw him involved in the ramp ceremonies for the repatriation of 24 Australians killed in the crash on his return.It is quite hard to believe that this high risk, high tempo diverse service was given despite personal adversities that you need to hear to believe.This episode goes for over 2 hours, and only scratches the surface of this spectacular career, and so much of it he is not able to reveal due to the extreme sensitivity of the operations he has been involved in.  So hard to believe we have the privilege of walking along side this amazing Australian First Responder during the Heart 2 Heart Walk.  Thank you Greg for sharing this powerful story.____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk

Living alongside PTSD- a family perspective with Janine Hopkin and Sarah U'Brien.  In this episode, Matt takes a step back from the microphone and lets two of the Heart 2 Heart Walkers, Sarah and Janine have a 'self interview' by the waters edge not far from our camp at Urana, NSW.  After setting up the recording equipment and hitting the red button it was over to them.However this is no ordinary chat between these ladies.  Both Sarah and Janine were 'Police wives' and everything that goes along with it.  From living in small communities with the local Policeman to now looking after their partners that both suffer PTSD.We hear all too often about the action packed, drama filled lives Police and emergency services workers lead however what is often left out is the 'behind the scenes' part of those stories; the partners, the children and the consequences.In this episode, we are changing that.  You will hear about the tragic effects on both them as partners, but even more devastating, their children who are just so innocently involved in not only the chaos of service, but the effects of having a parent suffer a mental health condition as a result of that service.You can also watch this waterside chat between Sarah and Janine on YouTube. https://youtu.be/ZojBgZ0-HTw_______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk

Nicky Skinner - Paramedic - London Ambulance Service to the ACT Ambulance Service.  In this episode, Matt talks to Nicky Skinner, a Heart 2 Heart Walker who joined us on a short break from her role as a Paramedic with the ACT Ambulance Service.  Nicky talks all about what it is like to join as an Ambulance Paramedic, both here in Australia and with the London Ambulance Service where she started her career.  As a 23 year old Paramedic, Nicky was a single unit responder in the rough streets of Romford in London's East, where stabbings were the favourite tool used by the gangs of the area and being surrounded by a group of men with no backup in an ambush-setup response call.As you can imagine, as a newly qualified paramedic thrown into the deep end in East London, Nicky tells of the daily pressures learning her craft as the clinical lead responding to emergencies throughout the area.  She also reflects on how poor management practices and organisational pressures can sometimes be more difficult to deal with than responding to traumatic scenes - and just how important positive, supportive organisational culture can be in the emergency services.So enjoy this small insight into one of the Heart 2 Heart Walkers, as we mention, these humble people rarely tell their stories so enjoy this chat with another one of Australia's fantastic first responders!_______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd

Steve Watson - Served in both the Royal Australian Army - 6RAR and Royal Australian Air Force - Airfield Defence Guard roles with multiple deployments to East Timor, Afghanistan and more. Steve talks about the highs and lows of service, and the challenges of adjusting to life out of uniform.This is such a fantastic, raw chat with Steve, talking through his life and careers.  From starting out as a typical young bloke tearing up the town starting out with Army Reserve moving to full time service then changing services to the RAAF and the challenges of leaving military life.  All this followed by buying a pub he used to frequent as a young guy living the South Australian outback aside the Flinders Ranges.Deployments to East Timor and Afghanistan left a mark, with challenges still to this day.  Despite all of this, Steve talks about giving back to his local community with the only local emergency service, the Country Fire Service.It was a lucky connection with some of our mates at 3 Zeros Coffee that made this podcast happen, amazing to think this came together in the middle of the South Australian Outback through our mutual friend.So many parts of this story will resonate with many, so listen in to this amazing Australians' story._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#army #raaf #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Senator Jacqui Lambie - Talking all things from military service, thoughts on broken support systems for first responders and so much more!  In this episode, Matt has an open chat to Senator Jacqui Lambie while on the Heart 2 Heart Walk from the shores of Lake Popiltah in western NSW.  Jacqui talks openly about her service in the Australian Army - including a rough time in the Military Police and how that has affected her but given an opportunity to influence her real life experience in various government portfolios to improve systems for veterans.Equally, Jacqui talks through her thoughts on obstructions to making meaningful improvements for the Australian Police and Emergency Services workers, and her support for the Heart 2 Heart Walk and its objectives.  We had a great time recording this one, so please settle in for some serious issues dealt with in a way only Senator Lambie could do!_______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here.____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Peter Forbes - Former Australian Federal Police (AFP) Officer and Heart 2 Heart Walk 2023 member.  In this episode, Matt talks to Forbsy by the camp fire in a dry riverbed near Algebuckina Bridge, south of Oodnadatta on the Heart 2 Heart Walk 2023.  Forbsy talks about life as a kid shooting rabbits to a calling he and a good mate followed into Policing.  We hear all about what it's like to be in Police Rescue, becoming a sniper team leader and how he lost a finger in a training accident during time in Perth training with the Special Air Service. We also hear about the highs and lows of overseas deployments as part of the United Nations Policing deployments into East Timor, Cyprus, and Africa.  Peter also talks about how difficult adjusting to the bustling life in Sydney can be after postings to these countries, and how his travels now are taking him back to similar countries as he appreciates these different ways of life now as a civilian on holidays.So enjoy this small insight into one of the Heart 2 Heart Walkers, as we mention, these humble people rarely tell their stories so we are privileged to get this peek into Forbsy's amazing career._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here.____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

This episode was recorded at our first official 'First Responder Engagement Day' or FRED as we call them, at Oodnadatta SA while we are doing the Heart 2 Heart Walk 2023.  This episode is with newly appointed Captain Matt Corner from the Coober Pedy Country Fire Service who travelled out all the way to Oodnadatta to honour a promise he made when we caught up with them at Coober Pedy on the trip to start our walk.Matt comes from a long standing family tradition of Rural Fire Service and his recent appointment to Captain now makes it 3 generations of fire service Captains in his family.In this chat, we hear about the massive size of their response area, some jobs tallying near 1000km round trips just to attend.  Amazing to hear just how this job is done in the extremely remote part of Australia.Captain Matt Corner - enjoy!_______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#CFS #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness 

Our first ever 'Pubcast' recorded literally at the bar of the Transcontinental Hotel, Oodnadatta with publican Simon Gunther hosted by Billy Brooks and Matt. Simon was one of those characters you couldn't miss on our arrival into Oodnadatta setting up a basecamp for a lot longer than planned due to bad weather.  Simon and his wife travel the country, and at the moment are in Oodnadatta with Simon filling any number of critical town functions like comedian, larrikin, publican, Uber driver and much more.  This is a light hearted chat between a few lads at the bar while Simon showed off his 1.4kg Tomahawk steaks from Hamilton Station. Enjoy._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#oodnadatta #transcontinentalhoteloodnadatta #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Our first episode recorded on the Heart 2 Heart Walk 2023: Walking the Old Ghan Rail Line near Oodnadatta with on of our walking members Greg Mitchell - a retired 42 year veteran nurse who specialised in NSW Air Ambulance Flight Nursing which included roles conducting complex aeromedical transfers across the state.  Greg is also a current Rural Fire Service member, a keen bushwalker and now primary producer in his 'retirement'.Greg has a hugely diverse background in the field of nursing, including working internationally, specialising in emergency nursing, midwifery and later aeromedical transfers as a Flight Nurse with Air Ambulance (Ambulance Service NSW).Settle in for this great walking podcast with Greg._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#ASNSW #airambulance #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness 

Dean Yates - A mental health advocate and veteran war zone correspondent, journalist and author of the recently released book 'Line in the Sand'.  Dean has had an extensive domestic and international career, which ultimately lead him to being admitted to a psych ward (Ward 17) multiple times in managing his PTSD.  One major contributor was the tragic friendly fire incident where two of his staff were killed by an American Apache attack helicopter in Iraq.  Dean continues to recognise the impact that his career has had on his family, and dedicated this book in recognition of this seriously under-acknowledged issue._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this Hot Debrief episode, Matt talks to Dean Yates, who was head of mental health and wellbeing strategy at Reuters, the world's largest news provider, for nearly three years until January 2020. Before that he was a journalist, bureau chief and senior editor at Reuters for more than 22 years.Dean Yates was the ideal warzone correspondent: courageous, compassionate, dedicated. After years of facing the worst, though, including the Bali bombings and the Boxing Day tsunami, one final incident undid him. In July 2007, two of his staff members were brutally gunned down by American fighter pilots in Iraq. What followed was an unravelling of everything Dean thought he knew of himself. His PTSD was compounded by his moral wound – the devastation of what he thought he knew of the world and his own character and beliefs.  After years of treatment, including several stints inside a psychiatric facility, Dean has reshaped his view of the true meaning of life. Here, in all its guts and glory, is that journey to a better way of being. Dean has been to the blackest heart of humanity and come out with strength and heart. Dean is now a mental health expert and advocate based in Tasmania. He commits his time helping organisations with mental health strategy and training, hosting the Mindarma Podcast and managing his youngest son's rock band.Dean's recently released book is available at : https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781761264429/line-in-the-sand/Dean's website: https://www.deanyates.com.au ____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#journalist #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Paul "Fluffy" Sinclair - Comedian / Instagram Megastar - Ex VicPol Forensic Investigator turned worm farmer who has now transformed his life into what works for him!*** Language Warning *** - If you are offended by bad language, this episode is NOT for you !Before you listen to this episode, do yourself a favour and check out Fluffy's instagram posts or his website here: @paul_fluffy_sinclair .  With over 125,000 followers including major celebrities and general Joe's - I'll be surprised if you haven't already heard of him.There are no words to describe this guest.  A larger than life character who has faced some real challenges of his own, who now spends his days doing what he wants - making people laugh.  But it's more than that.  The people that reach out to Fluffy are just like you and me. Some of them are facing their own challenges, and in a way that only Fluffy can, get supported by this legend and his outlook on life.Check him out at https://heycunce.com.au _______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here.___________________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#heycunce #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Dr Laura Finlayson-Short is a Research Fellow at Phoenix Australia's Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health.In this episode, Matt talks to Dr Laura Finlayson-Short.  Matt participated in a trial program called 'SOLAR-m' during his time in Fire Rescue NSW that was lead by Laura and the team at the Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health.   The SOLAR-m FRNSW trial aims to find out if using a smartphone app designed specifically for first responders, can help firefighters improve their mood as well as wellbeing and feel more in control of their reactions to distressing situations.Beyond exploring this program, in this podcast we talk about issues related to cultural competence of mental health treatment providers working with first responders, MRI scans of people with mental health conditions and so much more.  Some of the information and programs referred to in the podcast are listed below:The SOLAR FRNSW trial: https://www.solartrial.org/Phoenix Australia: https://www.phoenixaustralia.org/Phoenix's training offerings: https://www.phoenixaustralia.org/education-training/The SOLAR program more broadly: https://www.phoenixaustralia.org/research-projects/solar-program/ _______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here.___________________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#phoenixaust #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Toby Rowallan - Emergency Medical Dispatcher for 27 years with Ambulance Tasmania. _______Listener discretion is advised; In this episode talk about some distressing events that may be triggering for some listeners, and issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this episode, Matt talks to Toby Rowallan, a 27 year veteran Emergency Medical Dispatcher with Ambulance Tasmania.  Toby's career commenced officially accepting his position just a day after the Port Arthur massacre in 1996 which set the tone throughout his time in being aware of the job demands and focus on welfare of staff around him.Toby and Matt talk about the stresses of emergency services life, and we get to take a deep dive into the roles within an emergency medical dispatch centre along with the unique demands of those roles within.  The discussion goes well beyond into options of better managing emergency services workers in the work that they do, shift lengths, resources and work/life balance measures to avoid unnecessary harm being done to our amazing people in these roles. Toby was also on shift the day of one of the most tragic events in recent times in Tasmania, the 2021 Hillcrest Primary School accident where 6 children were killed, and just how that was handled on the day from within the control room.  A truely amazing story.You can get in touch with Toby here:FB : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089798502024Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toby-rowallan-7b890a6b/Instagram: @ishralar2017____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#ambulance #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Simon Bouda AM - 40 year veteran journalist, author and ambassador for victims of crime.   In this episode, Simon talks about life as a journalist, and the parallels with the emergency services world along with the amazing work he is doing supporting so many causes in the community including his role as ambassador for Homicide Victims Support._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this Hot Debrief episode, Matt talks to Simon Bouda AM, a veteran journalist with a career spanning over 40 years.  Simon talks of his deployments to East Timor with the Australian Defence Force, Fiji covering the violent coup where he was almost shot and later his role in the rescue of the last surviving victim of the Christchurch Earthquake in New Zealand.  Simon reflects on the importance of maintaining trust with those people around him, including the emergency services workers and victims throughout his journalistic career.Simon also talks about his work as an ambassador for Grace's Place - the Homicide Victims Support centre where he proudly hosts the 'Ride For Justice' combining his passion for motorcycles with yet another community support activity he is involved with.  Combined with his career as a journalist, this community work has had him recognised in the Queens Birthday Honours with the Member of the Order of Australia medal.His support of the Police and Emergency Services is evident in his roles with Police Legacy and more recently being appointed as Editor of the Australian Police Journal.  Simon has also authored and co authored a range of books including Deadline, Man's Best Friend and Survival.  ____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#journalist #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Daniel Jamieson - Former Royal Australian Army Infantry Sergeant.  In this episode, Dan talks about his career in the military, and the accident that almost killed him in East Timor and his subsequent struggles with PTSD resulting from a massive head injury.  We cover Accredited Assistance Dogs, alternative treatments for PTSD including Esketamine and different ways people can apply mindfulness in their day._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this episode, Matt talks to Dan Jamieson, a former Royal Australian Army Infantry Sergeant and survivor a terrible accident on deployment in East Timor in 2000 that almost cost him his life, leaving him with an injury that would cause long term battles with PTSD.  Dan talks about his last 12 months with Accredited Assistance Dog 'Miley' his new inseparable mate who accompanied him to the PTSD group therapy sessions where Dan and Matt met.This is a deep and diverse chat about so many aspects of life with PTSD.  Beyond life with an Accredited Assistance Dog, Dan talks about the various treatments he has tried, right through to his current Esketamine treatment and associated therapies for PTSD and its symptoms.We also get to hear how Dan has applied activities in his life that he is passionate about that demand total concentration as a form of mindfulness in managing his PTSD related symptoms.  In true Dan form, these range from extreme rock climbing on some of Australia's largest cliffs through to the art of 'Horology' - the profession of timekeeping and all things watches.So get ready for a great casual chat while we hear from Dan about everything from military life to fixing watches!Dan's song choice is: Duran Duran - Ordinary World.  Listen to the episode to find out why!We also talk about a YouTube video on watchmaking.  See it here: https://youtu.be/4hZGCguYUj8____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.orgSpotify Walk Song Playlist#assistancedogs #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Peter Clark - Founder of Due South Inc. Tasmania talks about support and mate-ship for veterans and first responders done differently through their 100% volunteer basis, private sector funded programs that have set up a self sufficient incorporation that is not reliant upon donations and government funds.  _______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this episode, Matt talks to Peter Clark from Due South Inc. Tasmania, a Royal Australian Air Force Veteran doing amazing things to support those who serve with a fantastic team down in Tasmania.   Due south are doing things differently, founded off the back of Tasmanian veterans using their own initiative and resources to set up what is now a fantastic array of support for not only veterans and first responders, but the local community as well with the view of them being all tied together in getting people through whatever they may be going through. Due South is a self-funded organisation with their sights set on delivering world-class wellness initiatives for Veterans and First Responders. Acting as a logistical hub, they deliver wellness initiatives specifically designed to support those brave and courageous individuals who serve our country. Due South wellness initiatives are referred to as their ‘mid-year resets' and have been developed to support areas such as lifestyle transition, personal development and general wellbeing. Mid-year resets are run between the months of May and November are proudly planned and delivered by their team of selfless, dedicated and driven volunteers. Their executive board is represented by Navy, Army, Air-Force, First Responder personnel and as dedicated community advocates we guarantee our charity model will never include wages. Due South operate three purposefully designed homes, and off-grid adventure property, a farm and a community hub. These properties are all located in the picturesque town of Ulverstone, on the North-West Coast of Tasmania. Ulverstone is well recognised for its military memorials and parks and they are proud to call it home.Check them out on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Due-South-Australia-104597315168137/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duesouth_australia/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-clark-ab10a4206/____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org#DueSouthAus #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Dr. Jacqueline Drew - Associate Professor.  Former QPS Police psychologist and now specialist with the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and Griffith Criminology Institute at the Griffith University, QLD._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this episode, Matt talks to Dr Jacqueline Drew.  Dr Drew is currently conducting a research project into the predictive factors contributing to psychological injury faced by Police in the execution of their duties, with the view of implementing truly preventative strategies to support Police and first responders more broadly - which has already discovered some amazing outcomes.  This research is being done in partnership with the QPS and Commissioner Katarina Carroll.Dr Drew's research has already shown that the organisational and operational stressors in Policing cause 3 times the harm compared to exposure to critical incident and traumatic event exposure when looking at psychological distress in Police officers. Further, the research has looked into the more recently coined 'Post Traumatic Embitterment' disorder and Moral Injury against instances which may have been somewhat incorrectly diagnosed as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder emanating from one or more traumatic event exposures.Some of the more troubling statistics highlighted by Dr Drew are that over 80% of current Police Officers in Queensland are suffering burnout, compared to around 50% in the general workforce but more disturbingly 12% of Police in Queensland are suffering from extreme/severe levels of psychological distress (found consistent with the Beyond Blue research in 2018) against around 1.5% of the general Australian workforce.Dr Drew also talks about the effect of losing the 'Police Family' for former members and how damaging the workers compensation system combined with loss of identity can be on the individuals involved in post service support can be.All current and former members of Australia's Police Forces are encouraged to listen to this episode and follow the research being done by Dr Drew and the Griffith University.  To get in touch or follow Dr Jacki Drew's work check out these links:Griffith experts page: https://experts.griffith.edu.au/8497-jacqueline-drewLinkedIn: Jacqueline Drew, PhDTwitter: @drjackid____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org#QPS #griffithuni #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Jamie Caldwell - Senior NSW Government Emergency Manager and son of Undercover operative 'M'._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this episode, Matt talks to Jamie Caldwell, Senior NSW Government emergency management specialist who grew up as the son of a long term NSW Police Force undercover operative.We cover some really serious topics in this chat; from what it was like to grow up in a loving average everyday family where your dad has multiple false identities as an undercover drug squad operative where it was known that criminal networks had taken contracts out on the family, right through to his observations as a child seeing his dad struggle with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) suffered as a result of the work he did.  With a Dad known as Undercover ‘M' in the book Secrets of the Jury Room by Malcolm Knox, Jamie's childhood was far from the norm most would know, however to him it was exactly that.  Jamie's father, Keith ‘Cocky' Caldwell, was a 30 year veteran NSW Police officer who spent an insane 10 years undercover and worked on some of the largest major crime syndicates in the country.  Despite having fantastic physical outlets as a life long surf lifesaving operative and former NSW Police Rugby League champion, Jamie reflects on his fathers passing at a relatively young age, and what effect living with PTSD may have played towards this.Leaving school against the advice of his teachers at the age of 15 to pursue his surf life saving aspirations, Jamie has proven to all around him that with self-motivation, determination and never leaving those doors closed around you that you can succeed despite what a school careers advisors crystal ball once said.  Since this time, Jamie has become qualified and experienced in Paramedic services, Fire and Rescue operations and had the somewhat unique experience of providing these services as a private contractor to large industrial sites and huge expanses of the Western Australian outback under WA government contracts.  Moving on to running his own training organisation, Jamie has worked in the NSW Police Force as a Regional Emergency Management Officer, Emergency Coordinator with Transport for NSW and now has the role of Energy and Utility Services Functional Area Coordinator on the NSW State Emergency Management Committee.If this wasn't enough, Jamie is also the President of the Bulli Surf Lifesaving Club, and has been responsible for coordinating some hectic rescue operations off the coastline, including the rescue of 7 people from an overturned boat off Peggys Beach, which resulted in the simultaneous resuscitation of 4 patients, one of the largest multi-agency operations seen in the Illawarra region of recent years.  Similarly to our earlier podcasts with Dr Dan Pronk and Allan Sparkes CV OAM VA, Jamie also talks about the need for the impacts of emergency services work on our volunteers and private sector responders to be better recognised given their stepping in-and-out of their response roles and sometime limited support.Jamie puts up the song ‘Working class Man' by Jimmy Barnes to our Spotify Playlist in recognition of the ‘daily grind' faced by our first responders in doing their jobs day in and day out.Get ready for an amazing chat.____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org#bullisurfclub #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Tim Peck - Deputy Director, Centre of Excellence, Mental Health for Emergency Workers at Phoenix Australia._______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this episode, Matt talks to Tim Peck, former Detective Senior Sergeant with VicPol turned mental health advocate with some serious lived experience in this space. Tim talks openly about the impacts his career as a Police Officer had on him personally and the great lengths he went to hiding his deteriorating condition from his workmates and family right through to his attempted suicide.  Post this dark point in time, Tim talks about the opportunities he has had working in mental health advocacy for first responders including time with Beyond Blue, Blue Hub and now Phoenix Australia.  Despite ultimately losing his career and it's associated identity, Tim has worked tirelessly in supporting mental health of Police and First responders through his work which has included some really successful programs supporting our Police and Emergency Services workers during and post service. The great work that Tim has been involved in subsequent to his career in VicPol can be see in the following links. Phoenix Australia's Responder Assist program helping Victorian emergency services: https://www.phoenixaustralia.org/responder-assist/about/Blue Hub - helping Victorian Police: https://www.bluehub.org.auBeyond Blue - Answering the Call report and associated elements: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/about-us/about-our-work/workplace-mental-health/pes-program____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org#phoenixaustralia #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Emerge & See - with Pia and Alana.  _______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this Heart 2 Heart Walk Podcast, Matt talks to Pia and Alana - co-founders of the Emerge & See charitable organisation supporting NSW and ACT first responders.We talk all about their individual stories both during and post their NSW Police Force service, and how the concept for the Emerge & See organisation came about between these two great people that had maintained their friendship from the Police Academy right through to this day supporting each other through their own PTSD struggles.Pia and Alana tell us all about the programs and initiatives running currently through the Emerge & See programs.  Things like checking in on colleagues currently in mental health care, Connect Hubs around NSW and ACT for former emergency services members right though to surfing therapies and more.They are a busy duo, doing amazing work - and a little singing on the side.  So settle in and hear their amazing stories and what to look out for from Emerge & See.You can check out more information about their programs at: https://emergeandsee.org.auInstagram: @emergeandseenswandactFacebook: @emergeandseensw ____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org#emergeandsee #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Allan Sparkes CV OAM VA - Heart 2 Heart Walk Ambassador.  _______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health, suicide and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this Heart 2 Heart Walk Podcast, Matt talks to Allan Sparkes on location at the National Police Memorial in Canberra.  Allan shares his skills, support and knowledge to so many mental health focused organisations as Patron, Ambassador and all round supporter so its unlikely in this space you haven't already come across him. The Heart 2 Heart Walk is honoured to have Allan as our Ambassador and supporter of our walk and foundation objectives.Towards the end of his 20 year career in the NSW Police Force, Allan faced some of his toughest shifts including being involved in a tactical response team deployed to a scene where two fellow police were shot and killed at Crescent Head in 1995 and the rescue of a young child from a flooded storm water drain in perilous circumstances in 1996 that would later see him awarded the Cross of Valour - Australia's highest civilian honour.  These actions took their toll on Allan personally, and he uses these experiences today helping others facing their own struggles across so many sectors of mental health education and advocacy.Thank you Allan for your tireless work supporting causes such as ours.Allan has authored the book The Cost of Bravery - available hereMore about Allan Sparkes can be found here ____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org#danpronk #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Rohan Scott AFSM - Chief Officer - ACT Rural Fire Service.  _______Listener discretion is advised; some episodes raise issues regarding mental health and other matters that might not be suitable for all listeners.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this Heart 2 Heart Walk Podcast, Matt talks to Rohan Scott, current Chief Officer of the Australian Capital Territory Rural Fire Service.  After seeing some friends heading off to a place he only knew as 'The Shed' on regular occasions, Rohan commenced his firefighting career at the age of 23 as a foundational volunteer at the Molonglo RFS brigade.  In these early days, Rohan talks about storing their fire trucks in a nearby farm owned by one of their members while their station was being constructed to provide this essential service, right through to becoming the organisations Chief Officer and senior executive member of the ACT Emergency Services Agency (ESA).We cover a lot of issues in this episode, including how even 20 years of from the 2003 Canberra bushfires firefighters still struggle in some ways from the event.  Rohan shares his personal story of his involvement in the event and how it affected him, right through to now as the head of the organisation, using his personal experiences to shape his focus on looking after his workforce and their families including targeted programs looking at leadership practices within the organisation both operationally and administratively.Rohan has also established a range of Female Network meetings and commenced female only training opportunities to encourage and extend diversity within the ACT RFS in what is well known to be a very different volunteer workforce from generations prior.  Rohan talks specifically about his support of the Heart 2 Heart Walk 2023 and how important it is to have a diverse suite of supports for people in emergency services, to help people deal with the operational demands in a meaningful and suitable manner.So listen in for a great chat with an emergency services leader who has gone from recruit volunteer to Chief Officer, having dealt with some of the nations most deadly fire events.____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org#danpronk #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

Keith Banks BM, VA and bar. - Former QLD Police Officer - Tactical Operations and Undercover drug specialist, author and mental health advocate.  _______Listener discretion is advised; this episode talks about suicide and explains some graphic details along with some potentially distressing topics.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this Heart 2 Heart Walk Podcast, Matt and Milney talk to former QLD Police Officer turned author, Keith Banks.  This epic chat goes right back to the start of Keith's tough upbringing, joining the QLD Police Force as a 16 year old cadet as a means of escape right through to what its like to doing drug busts as an undercover operator.  We talk about some of the wild moments during Keith's Policing career from the effects upon him when a mate and colleague was shot during a tactical assault on a house, through to his somewhat 'loose' approach to an offender armed with explosives and firearms.  Keith also talks at length about his resilience being tested during the dark periods of corruption plagued policing era of Queenslands history, and having the strength to stand up and speak out about things that are not right when you need to.While there is no doubt Keith has been recognised for his bravery during his career, however going further we deep dive into the mental health impacts and effects this had on him at the time, and still to this day.  Talk about the physiological impact this persistent stress can have on the human body right through to the work Keith does today with Police Veterans Victoria (PVV).Keith has written a number of books which are available on his website: www.keithbanks.com.au ____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org#danpronk #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

"I'm Cooked" with Bats - Special Edition #3 - East Beef Stroganoff.  Bats and I go through this recipe, and also have a chat about how the buildup to the Heart 2 Heart Walk launch at Parliament House takes a lot of personal preparation and is quite an emotional event within itself for the walk participants for a whole bunch of reasons.  As Vince always says, we might all be on the same walk, but everyone has their own journey to do.Send in your comments, suggestions and new recipes to either Facebook or instagram.  All links are available at: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalkPlease check out our website: www.heart2heartwalk.org which contains links to handy links. If you need support: click on the Support Directory link on the main page.Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @h2hwalk.podcastFollow the podcast on Facebook: h2hwalk.podcastOur walk: www.heart2heartwalk.orgInstagram: @heart2heartwalk2023Facebook: Heart2HeartWalk2023#H2hwalk #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth#firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealth#emergencyservicementalhealth #neverjustanumber

EP7 - Senator Anne Urquhart - OUT NOW! #nevergiveup ____This episode of the Heart 2 Heart Walk Podcast was recorded in the Australian Parliament office of the Senate Chief Whip - Senator Anne Urquhart.  Now this title might make you think of an emotionless politician enforcing the rules of the senate, however nothing can be further than the truth.  First Responders will be hard pressed to find a more supportive, compassionate advocate for their cause, let alone having that person as the Chief Whip of the Senate.We sit down in the Senators office and talk about all things 2019 Senate Inquiry report 'The people behind 000: Mental health of our first responders' of which Senator Urquhart was the driving force to establish and deliver.  True to her motto, #nevergiveup, Senator Urquhart has not let dust settle on this report, and is continuing to champion change through actioning this report she was instrumental in establishing with Simone Haigh ASM.  The Senate Report is available here.  The Beyond Blue report; Answering the Call is available here.We talk about some important elements of the Senate Report that is the centre of the cause behind the Heart 2 Heart Walk 2023, including the recognition that some workers compensation systems for people affected by their First Responder roles are likened to a merry-go-round.  We also talk about Senator Jacqui Lambie, Simone Haigh ASM, Due South Tasmania, Dr Dan Pronk and the Australian Manufacturing Workers Union.With my anxiety off the charts on the day arriving at Parliament House, as I was packing my recording gear in the carpark into my bag, I forgot some critical components of the recording gear.  However as any seasoned first responder would do, I had packed a backup kit consisting of my field recording gear that I am planning to use during the walk which is what we used on the day, so please excuse the audio quality! I did my best, but PTSD is hard to manage some days....Senator Anne Urquhart was truly amazing with the H2HWalk Podcast team, and a big shout out to her team - Lennie & Bronwyn that made this possible.

Dr Dan Pronk - Resilience specialist, former Army Special Forces Doctor, author of multiple best sellers, and TV personality._______Listener discretion is advised; this episode talks about some potentially distressing topics and listener discretion is advised.  If you need support check out our support page here._______In this Heart 2 Heart Walk Podcast, Matt talks to Doctor Dan Pronk about some directly relevant issues facing First Responders both on duty, transitioning our of service and post service.  This is such an informative podcast for First Responders and front line workers, covering the complexities of acute and chronic stress effects, and how different levels of training and stress inoculation can help long term outcomes of people subjected to these stressful and traumatic events.  We also talk about how rumination, both as an individual and within groups can be both a positive and negative process, and the importance of having that empathetic support from colleagues is in dealing with the unique situations faced by our first responders.  Dan identifies some of the unique issues faced by our volunteer emergency services, both from a training perspective and more importantly recognising how challenging it can be for the average everyday community member turning out to serious and traumatic events in the middle of their normal daily life, and how that contrast can require some specific management strategies.During this chat, Dan talks about the ever present stressors in front line roles, and we have a laugh about how teachers do a job every day neither of us would be comfortable with!  Further we talk about some of those often forgotten roles like Corrective Services/Prison Officers and how similar the issues faced can be across all of these professions including Police and Emergency Services.Doctor Dan Pronk is the author of multiple best selling books, and also has a free newsletter titled "The Friday First Responder" which is loaded with really relevant short articles for Emergency Service Workers.Check out Dan's books and sign up for the Friday First Responder newsletter and more on his website:  danpronk.com We also talk about an awesome podcast on the Unforgiving 60 Podcast, hosted by Dan's brother Ben Pronk and Tim Curtis.  Check out this episode with Dr Richard Magtengaard for some great information about the psychiatry behind trauma exposure and service, including emergency services work.____________________________Get it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org#danpronk #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

SIMONE HAIGH ASM - Ambulance Tasmania Paramedic.Simone talks to Matt about life as a paramedic in Tasmania, and describes the operational pressures faced by staff, both volunteer and permanent positions, and that common theme - the importance of our K9 companions.Simone describes the impact of a close friend and colleagues suicide, and the relentless drive to address the issue which ultimately took her to have a chat with Senator Anne Urquhart which, with a lot of hard work behind the scenes, initiated the senate inquiry that lead to the release of the 2019 Senate Report - People behind 000: Mental health of our first responders; which is the focus of the Heart 2 Heart Walk.Simone also talks about her frustrations with the lack of action taken in response to the report, and the great work going on in other countries that is yet to be followed by the Australian Government.  Her positions in various committees and boards have given her a unique national view of the problems faced within Ambulance and the emergency services more broadly which continues to motivate her not to give up on making sure change is mate to the issues faced by her colleagues.  Listen in on an awesome chat, and as Simone says, if you too see issues or problems that are affecting our front line services, speak up! and start with your local member of Parliament.  Go Simone !!!!! www.heart2heartwalk.org #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness #ambulance #ambulancelife 

Grant Edwards APM - the "Strong Commander" PODCAST - 'HOT DEBRIEF' SPECIAL EPISODE 4.Listener discretion is advised; this episode talks about some of the realities of the world we live in and the toll it takes on our Police dealing with it.  As always, if you need support check out our support page here.In this Heart 2 Heart Walk Podcast, Matt and Milney chat with Grant Edwards, Former AFP Commander and Guinness Book of Records 'Strong Man' record holder.  Having served in many parts of the world, including war zones, chasing everything from international drug syndicates to child exploitation groups, Grant talks with us about the cost of that service on him and his family.  The "Strong Commander" as he is well known has help so many people as a mental health advocate, particularly since his own diagnosis with PTSD through his work with international policing networks and Integra Service Dogs Australia .Despite a challenging upbringing Grant has led an amazing career and life, dedicated to catching crooks and helping good people. Grant talks to us about the importance of sport in his life, both prior to, during and post his 35 years in the Australian Federal Police and his crazy spectrum of capabilities ranging from American Football, Olympic qualifying in Bobsleigh and of course, strongman events where he has used his super human strength pulling aircraft and trains to raise awareness for really worthwhile causes, including his own battles.We talk about so many worthwhile issues, including the great work being done in other parts of the world supporting Police and Emergency Services Workers, so settle in and get ready.  Don't forget, these podcasts are talking about real issues and the tough work that needs to be done by our Police and Emergency Services workers, so listener discretion is advised.Grant has documented at great length what the cost of service has been in his book "The Strong Man" - A powerful story of life under fire and one man's journey back from the brink.  Available here.Grant can be contacted on Instagram @strongcmdr or via links here: https://linktr.ee/grantsedGet it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and others: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk www.heart2heartwalk.org #H2hwalkpodcast #heart2heartwalk2023 #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth #firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealthawareness

'Hot Debrief' Episode 3 - Superintendent (Ret) Tony Waller OAM - Fire Rescue NSW and Surf Lifesaving NSW.Anthony (Tony) Waller OAM has been a Surf Lifesaver for 48 years starting in 1975, including 39 years as a rescue helicopter rescue swimmer and crewman and loves every day of it.  In addition, just a few months ago, Tony hung up his helmet after 41 years in Fire Rescue NSW, retiring as a Superintendent following an impressive career. In recognition of this outstanding service to the NSW Community, Tony was awarded an Order of Australia Medal in 2021.Named as a “Hero of the Surf” in 1994 after a run of dramatic rescues, Tony has pioneered developments in helicopter rescue operations specialising in aquatic rescue techniques.  Tony talks us through is unwavering focus on training, training, training to ensure that no matter what situation presents itself you can be as prepared as possible to undertake whatever the task is and give those in need of rescue the best possible chance of survival.Tony has dedicated over 30 years to the education of firefighters in both Rescue/ USAR and Officer Development, but it is within the sphere of Rescue and USAR that Tony's distinguished service and influence shines.  Commencing as a Primary Rescue Unit Trainer (PRUT) the early 1990's, He promoted to Station Officer and became a Senior Rescue / USAR Instructor for 10 years delivering training to hundreds of firefighters across Australia.Tony is a subject matter expert in many areas of technical rescue and has operational experience both Nationally and Internationally.  His resume is both impressive and expansive:•          Team Leader: Taskforce AUS 3 Christchurch Earthquake (2011)•          Operations Officer: NSW Taskforce 1, Cyclone Debbie, Proserpine (2017)•          Base Manager: Northern Rivers Floods 500-person Camp (2017)•          Operations Officer: AUS 2 United Nations USAR Reclassification (2018)•          Reconnaissance Team Leader AUS 2 United Nations Classification (2013)•          Previous delegate on UN's INSARAG Training Writing Team.•          Instructor: INSARAG Asia Pacific Regional Earthquake Response Exercise (Malaysia 2013, Nepal 2009)•          Instructor: USAR Coordination Cell Training Course Thai Govt. Agencies. (Mar 2019)•          Lead Coordinator: INSARAG Earthquake Response Exercise Chiang Mai Thailand (Dec 2019)Tony was also instrumental in the development and delivery of the first Swiftwater rescue training courses run by FRNSW in the early 2000's and was personally responsible for training numerous firefighters to technician level.  Tony was sent to Las Angeles County Fire Department by FRNSW Commissioner Ian McDougal as a recipient of a Firefighter development program in 1998.Tony was also heavily involved in competing in Road Crash Rescue contests both Nationally and Internationally.  He was a member of the Burwood team that was twice World Champions and also  won the World Best Medic Trophy in 1999, 2000, and 2002 and rewrote the manner in which patients of motor vehicle accidents were treated and extricated by medics.  The process taught today to our FF's was developed by Tony.So standby for a fantastic chat with a true rescue hero of our community.----------------Please check out our website: www.heart2heartwalk.org which contains links to handy links. If you need support: click on the Support Directory link on the main page.Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @h2hwalk.podcastFollow the podcast on Facebook: h2hwalk.podcastOur walk: www.heart2heartwalk.orgInstagram: @heart2heartwalk2023Facebook: Heart2HeartWalk2023Share this link to others:  https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk#H2hwalk #h2hwalkpodcast #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth#firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD

"I'm Cooked" with Bats - Special Edition #2 - 'Open Cut Chicken' - baked with lemon and garlic, with a side of ramble and waffle from the team at H2H Walk Podcast!  Send in your comments, suggestions and new recipes to either Facebook or instagram.  All links are available at: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalkPlease check out our website: www.heart2heartwalk.org which contains links to handy links. If you need support: click on the Support Directory link on the main page.Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @h2hwalk.podcastFollow the podcast on Facebook: h2hwalk.podcastOur walk: www.heart2heartwalk.orgInstagram: @heart2heartwalk2023Facebook: Heart2HeartWalk2023#H2hwalk #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth#firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealth#emergencyservicementalhealth #neverjustanumber

'Hot Debrief' Episode 2 - Detective Sergeant Anthony Pymm - Western Australia Police Force.  Author of the Anth's Trauma Recovery social media pages, we talk to Anthony about life as a kid winning National Championships in BMX racing, life as a young Constable in WA travelling around various roles to a career specialising in criminal investigation roles in Western Australia.  Anthony talks about the tricky balance between work and home life, children and how damaging workplace bullying can be on top of the already huge pressures of Policing leading to Anthony's diagnosis of PTSD and Moral Injury.We have a long chat about what Policing the vast Western Australia has been like in his 20+ year career, and we spend quite some time reflecting on family, how they notice signs about you and how you are travelling and ensuring you keep them in mind when work demands are high.Anthony has recently found his place connecting with an old school mate and MMA champion Soa Palelei, or Soa The Hulk as he's known in a mental health improvement boxing program in WA, looking forward to potentially shaping up against a professional fighter later this year in a fund-raising event hosted by Soa to raise money for mental health programs.Detective Sergeant Anthony Pymm: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anths_trauma_recovery_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083358939807----------------Please check out our website: www.heart2heartwalk.org which contains links to handy links. If you need support: click on the Support Directory link on the main page.Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @h2hwalk.podcastFollow the podcast on Facebook: h2hwalk.podcastOur walk: www.heart2heartwalk.orgInstagram: @heart2heartwalk2023Facebook: Heart2HeartWalk2023Share this link to others:  https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk#H2hwalk #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth#firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealth#emergencyservicementalhealth #neverjustanumber #soathehulk #moralinjury 

EP4 - Billy Brooks - Intensive Care Paramedic ACT Ambulance Service with over 20 years experience and now with ACT Rural Fire Service.  Billy was also a Special Operations Response Team (S.O.R.T) Ambulance Operator in UK doing all sorts of specialist medical support duties including Royal Visit security team work and has also had experience as an Army Reserve Combat Medic.  Billy is a massive advocate for workers health and safety, drawing him to be involved in the Heart 2 Heart Walk 2023 and as a mentor assisting the ACT division of Emerge & See.We talk about injury management processes within the emergency services, the need for legislative change to better support those affected by this demanding work and some of the little things that can get you through those tough days.Please check out our website: www.heart2heartwalk.org which contains links to handy links. If you need support: click on the Support Directory link on the main page.Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @h2hwalk.podcastFollow the podcast on Facebook: h2hwalk.podcastOur walk: www.heart2heartwalk.orgInstagram: @heart2heartwalk2023Facebook: Heart2HeartWalk2023Share this link to others:  https://linktr.ee/h2hwalk#H2hwalk #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth#firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealth#emergencyservicementalhealth #neverjustanumber

'Im Cooked' with Bats - Special Episode 1 - Beef Bourguignon in the camp oven.  Recipe is on the Facebook page listed below - in the photos section.Send in your comments, suggestions and new recipes to either Facebook or instagram.  All links are available at: https://linktr.ee/h2hwalkPlease check out our website: www.heart2heartwalk.org which contains links to handy links. If you need support: click on the Support Directory link on the main page.Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @h2hwalk.podcastFollow the podcast on Facebook: h2hwalk.podcastOur walk: www.heart2heartwalk.orgInstagram: @heart2heartwalk2023Facebook: Heart2HeartWalk2023#H2hwalk #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth#firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd #mentalhealth#emergencyservicementalhealth #neverjustanumber

Please check out our website: www.heart2heartwalk.org which contains links to handy links. If you need support: click on the Support Directory link on the main page.This is not a sugar coated account of life in the emergency services, and listener discretion is advised._______________________Bruce Cameron AFSM.  Recently retired as a Superintendent with Fire Rescue NSW after an amazing 42 year career.This is the first of our special edition 'Hot Debrief' episodes, where we talk to Bruce about his career, family and life through the Hot Debrief, or Hot Wash mantra:1. What worked well;2. What didn't go so well; and 3. What would you do differently if you could give your 18 year old self some advice.Bruce talks about starting out in 1980 with (the then) NSW Fire Brigades as a Retained Fire Fighter at Glenbrook in the Blue Mountains of NSW and working through the ranks while specialising in all things rescue.  Bruce's career saw him do multiple international and interstate deployments for both training and emergency responses.  Bruce is a highly decorated career firefighter, who has given everything he could during his amazing career, so listen on to hear this story.DEPLOYMENTS - Incidents Base of Operations Commander Northern Rivers Floods (Lismore) 2022.Strike Team Leader, Northern Rivers Floods 2020.Strike Team Leader, NSW bush fire season. Numerous locations. 2019/20.Team Leader, NSW Field Hospital - South Coast bushfires (Batemans Bay) 2019.Safety Advisor, Tasmania bushfires. North West Coast 2019.Strike Team Leader, Northern NSW Floods, Rapid Damage Assessments, 2017.USAR Team Leader, Taskforce deployment to Christchurch Earthquake, NZ, 2011.Team Leader, Flood rescue deployment to Queensland 2011.NSWFB Team Leader, Banda Aceh Indonesia, Boxing Day Tsunami response 2004.Canberra Bushfires – Strike Team 2003.DEPLOYMENTS – Training and exercises USA as Deputy Task Force Leader, exercise Shaken Fury (Joint NSW & Qld.) 2019.United Nations (UN) Asia Pacific Disaster Exercise, Mongolia. 2014.United Nations (UN) USAR Classification for Oman, Middle East, USAR Team. (2012).Numerous Australia wide USAR training exercises and deployments.Bruce talks about the importance of balancing your professional/work pressures with healthy external pursuits, where Bruce is an accomplished author and historian, artist and rock climber.  Bruce also talks through the real toll working in the emergency services can have on you, and your family and the importance of continual self care.Bruce can be contacted via Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/bruce.cameron.9237Check out this video of Bruce, his career and his painting: YouTube LinkFollow the podcast on Instagram:  @h2hwalk.podcastFollow the podcast on Facebook: h2hwalk.podcastOur walk: www.heart2heartwalk.orgInstagram: @heart2heartwalk2023Facebook: Heart2HeartWalk2023#H2hwalk #triplezeroalliance #heart2heartwalk #firstresponderfamily #firstrespondermentalhealth#firstrespondersaustralia #firstresponder #firstresponderfamily #FirstResponderPTSD #firstrespondersuicide #ptsd

EPISODE 3: This episode was planned for release on Tuesday the 13th December 2022, however as we were getting ready to release this episode, a devastating and calculated. ambush of Queensland Police Officers happened, taking the lives of QPS Constables Rachel McCrow and Matthew Arnold and a brave neighbour trying to help, Alan Dare.  Out of respect we held off releasing this episode until after the Prime Minister held a service at the Memorial in Canberra and are releasing this episode so those that may not be familiar with the National Police Memorial and how it commemorates fallen officers can hear from Vince just how the design does so.  Check out the National Police Memorial site for more details: www.npm.org.au Our thoughts are with those affected.Please check out our website: www.heart2heartwalk.org which contains links to handy links. If you need support: click on the Support Directory link on the main page.Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @h2hwalk.podcastFollow the podcast on Facebook: h2hwalk.podcast#police#queenslandpolice#policeptsd#respect

EPISODE 2: We continue the chat between Matt, D/Sgt Vince Pannell APM and Fmr Sgt Paul Milne about how the walk came to be, and this episode certainly goes down some rabbit holes.  We hear of burning witches, the usefulness of a Police billy club, trials by combat and much more and some far more serious issues.Please check out our website: www.heart2heartwalk.org which contains links to many of the references in this episode.  If you need support: click on the Support Directory link on the main page.Follow the podcast on Instagram:  @h2hwalk.podcastFollow the podcast on Facebook: h2hwalk.podcastSome of the mentions in this episode:Emerge and SeeTorode SolutionsFearLessResponder AssistBeyond the BadgeCode 9 Foundation

EPISODE 1: The Heart 2 Heart Walk Podcast.  Hosted by Matt, we hear from Detective Sergeant Vince Pannell APM and Former Sergeant Paul Milne about how the walk came about and what it's hoping to achieve.If you need support: www.heart2heartwalk.org/support Follow the podcast on Instagram: @h2hwalk.podcast and Facebook: www.facebook.com/people/h2hwalkpodcast Heart 2 Heart walk website: www.heart2heartwalk.org References in the podcast:2019 Senate Committee report: People behind 000; mental health of our first responders: https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/Senate/Education_and_Employment/Mentalhealth/Report2018 Beyond Blue Report: Answering the call; national survey:https://www.beyondblue.org.au/docs/default-source/resources/bl1898-pes-full-report_final.pdf