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Next to the Fire is reminiscent of the days long passed where people sat around the fire telling the stories of their life and their people. We all have a story to tell and this podcast is a platform for anyone to come share their story. Come join me next to the fire and tell us your story.

Sean Wick:Podcaster


    • Mar 19, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 35m AVG DURATION
    • 19 EPISODES


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    Domestic Violence Series: Episode Three

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 46:55


    In this third and most likely final episode, we hear stories shared by 4 brave individuals.  They share these deeply personal stories in the hopes of helping others who may be living  through  the same thing.  At the end of the episode is a list of hotlines. If you would  like  to contribute, this series will be ongoing.  I also encourage you to share other experiences about dealing with hardships, overcoming great odds, or even advocating for those in need.  Your story is important and it could help others.  If you're interested, my e-mail is nexttothefire@mail.com or you can visit the Facebook page. NTTF is also on Twitter, Instagram, and I can be foundon Tik Tok with the user name: @sean_d_wick I have a store at teepublic: http://tee.pub/lic/Tm1Ek46oCNQ  At this time, all proceeds will be donated to the Gillette Abuse Refuge Foundation.  Proceeds will eventually go to another orginization such as AFSP. Thank you for your support and I hope you have a wonderful day. - Sean

    Domestic Violence Series: Episode Two

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 68:16


    I'm replaying one of my original episodes.  Julie tells her story of domestic violence with her ex husband and how it nearly cost her and her son's life.  It couldn't be a DV series without sharing this story carried with Julie's hopes of helping  others who have experienced the same things. If you wish to share your own stories or words of love/encouragement, please visit Nextg to the Fire's Facebook page where you'll find instructions.  Thank you for your support! NTTF can also be found on Twitter and Instagram as well as Tik Tok under the name: @sean_d_wick  I have a store at teepublic.com.  For now, all proceeds will be donated to the Gillette Abuse Refuge Foundation. Take care - Sean

    Domestic Violence Series: Episode One

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 76:32


    In this episode, I interview my friend Shawna who works for a non-profit orginization called the Gillette Abuse Refuge Foundation.  She offers an insight into the world of being an advocate for those who deal with abuse, rape, and depression.   Shawna gives advice as well as recources for those in need.  Thank you Shawna! Thank you for listening and for offering your support.  This is part one of a series about domestic violence.  Total there should be 4 episodes.  If you are interested in sharing your personal experiences with DV for the podcast, please visit the Facebook page.  Scroll down til you find instructions onhow to contribute to this series. Visit my store at teepublic.com under the user name razorcitywriter.  All proceeds will be donated to the Gillette Abuse Refuge Foundation for now.  Next to the Fire is on Twitter and Instagram.  I can be found at Tik Tok with the name @sean_d_wick Thake care - Sean

    Episode Thirteen: Eye Surgery and a Lesson in Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2021 15:57


    In this short episode I reflect back on my eye surgery and how inspired I was by those who helped make it possible. Thank you for downloading this episode.  I truly appreciate you.  And a special hello to my Tik Tok family!  Please check  out  my Facebook page.  Next to the Fire is also on Twitter and Instagram.  If you've gone through difficult times and would like to share your story in the hopes of helping others, please e-mail me at nexttothefire@mail.com  I'm also looking for those who help people going through the same kind of thing.  Let's talk! Take care, Sean

    Episode Twelve: Depression, Abuse, and the loss of innocence

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2020 39:17


    On this episode I share past posts I've made on Facebook.  I talk about how the human spirit persists.  I address the loss of childhood innocence, depression, and standing up as an advocate for those in need.  Lastly, I talk about my own painful memories of child abuse and how society reacted to abuse back then. Thank you for listening and thank you for your support.  If you wish to contact me to share your story or for any imput, you can e-mail me at nexttothefire@mail.com  I also have an Instagram page, a Facebook page, and I'm now on TikTok!  I have a t-shirt store and all proceeds are donated to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).  All links are down below.  Take care and be well. https://www.facebook.com/groups/287835428471797 https://www.tiktok.com/@seandwick http://tee.pub/lic/Tm1Ek46oCNQ https://www.instagram.com/nexttothefire/

    Why I no longer consider myself a Christian

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 20:49


    In this episode I talk about how I lost my faith and the effects its had on my life.

    Episode Ten: 12 ways to stay happy during crazy times.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2020 30:23


    In this episode I share 12 ways I've maintained happiness during these uncertain times.  I also talk about giving up who we are to make others happy.  Thank you for listening!  If you'd like to be a guest or share a story I can read on your behalf, e-mail me at nexttothefire@mail.com or visit the Facebook page. I'm also on Twitter and Instagram.  Thank you very much for your time.  Take care and be well.

    Time is a precious commodity and addressing depression

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 25:59


    It's been over a year since I've recorded an episode.  I decided to talk about how important time is and why we shouldn't let it pass us by.  I think back on my dear friend Justin and once again, I address depression. Thank you very much for downloading this episode and for your support!  This podcast is my therapy and you make that possible.  Please visit the Facebook page and e-mail at nexttothefire@mail.com.  Send a recording from a voice app on your phone if you like and let meknow if you'd like it on a future episode. Be well.  Take Care. Sean

    Episode Eight: self image, letting go, and child abuse

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2019 35:01


    I talk about being over-weight and how an encounter with someone made me think about how I see myself.  I theen share a short peace on how people fade from our lives and that's okay.  I then cover stats on child abuse. Thanks for listening!  I appreciate you taking the time.  Here are a few sites connected with Next to the Fire Podcast: NTTF t-shirts: https://www.teepublic.com/user/nexttothefire these shirts raise money for suicide research and prevention: https://www.teepublic.com/user/razorcitywriter Twitter: @NexttotheFireP1 Instagram: nexttothefire Podcast: www.nexttothefire@libsyn.com Email: nexttothefire@mail.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/287835428471797/

    Episode Seven: Encouragement for the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2018 23:50


    In this episode I offer encouragement for what I hope will be a great new year for us all.  In a way, it's a pep talk in the hopes that people will act out of love towards others more often.  I am selling t-shirts I've designed at http://www.teepublic.com/user/razorcitywriter  All money I make gets donated to AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention) You can find Next to the Fire podcast on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.  If you you have a story to tell and would like to be a guest please e-mail me at nexttothefire@mail.com or drop me a line on Facebook messenger. Please rate and review this podcast on your podcatcher of choice.  Thank you for your support!  I hope this upcomin g year brings you many blessings. -Sean

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    Episode Six: Rediscovering old dreams

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2018 24:16


    In episode six I talked about rediscovering an old dream of mine and how important it is to pursue these dreams.  I then talk about something called a soup party.  Thanks for listening! If you would like to share an experience with the hopes of helping others or if you are an advocate for those less fortunate and would like to inspire others, please contact me at nexttothefire@mail.com  You can also contact me through Twitter, Instagram or the Facebook page. Take care and be well -Sean

    Episode Five: When the small things become the big things

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2018 15:41


    In this episode I talk about how one thing, big or small, can change the course of a life.  I think back to when I was young with diphtheria and how it affects my thinking today.  This episode is a reminder that life changes but how we treat others shouldn't. Thanks for listening!  If you have a story to share from your own life that may help others, please contact me at nexttothefire@mail.com I'm also on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

    Episode Four: Dear Cancer, I hate you...

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2018 32:16


    I start the episode by talking about how things like fear and hopelessness are lies.  I talk about the last true depression I struggled with.  I then remember my Grandma and how cancer stole her away.  I talk about cancer, statistics, and what we can do to help. Thanks for listening!  Please help increase our audience by rating and reviewing at iTunes.  The more people who listen, the more people who may be helped.  If you have a story to share, please e-mail me at nexttothefire@mail.com  Thanks! -Sean

    Episode Three: Car Crashes, Depression, and Coping

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2018 35:18


    I talk about a fatal car crash I witnessed in my 20's and how it changed who I was.  While editing that piece, I realized I was going through one of my bouts of depression, so I address that. Thanks for listening!  E-mail or message me on Facebook if you have a story you'd like to share. nexttothefire@mail.com.  I'm also on Twitter and Instagram.

    Julie's story of domestic violence Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2018 68:15


    On this episode I tell a story from my own life on second chances born out of depression.  We then get to hear Julie share her story of domestic violence and how she overcame such great adversity. If you have a story of your own, please e-mail me at nexttothefire@mail.com or contact me through our Facebook page.  Thanks for the support!

    Episode 1.5: Sean talks about the Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2018 21:26


    I speak from the heart as to why I created Next to the Fire Podcast.  I explain those vulnerable parts of myself that drive me to help others.  I then put out a request for people to join me so they can tell their story.  I believe other's experiences can change lives.  Lastly, I talk about my plans for a special episode centered around suicide awareness. Thanks for listening!  Please consider joining our Facebook page and you can aslo e-mail me at nexttothefire@mail.com.  Thanks again! -Sean

    Episode Two: Julie's story of domestic violence Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2018 35:18


    I give my thoughts on how we can create a support system for each other.  After that, I read the e-mail sent to me by Julie describing her experiences with domestic violence.  The episode is concluded with statistics on abuse and contact information for those in need. Thanks for listening!  Please join our Facebook page and tell your friends about this Podcast.  If you have a story you would like to share, please e-mail at nexttothefire@mail.com

    Episode One: Thoughts on Suicide, frustration, and hope.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2018 34:48


    In this episode I discuss statistics on suicide and share a story from a Christian rock concert.  I then share a letter written by a friend on their frustrations with how people respond to depression in others. Thank you for listening to Next to the Fire. Please join our Facebook group page and if you have a story to share, please e-mail me at nexttothefire@mail.com  Take care -Sean

    Introduction Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2018 27:45


    In this episode I take a few minutes to discuss depression.  I then talk about past events in my life that brought me to the moment I decided to create a podcast.  Following that, I talk about what I would like to achieve with this project. Feel free to contact me at: nexttothefire@mail.com and also join the Facebook page.  Thanks!

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