Podcasts about ems educator

What if we began asking patients “what happened to you?” instead of “what's wrong with you?” This mindset shift exemplifies the principles behind trauma-informed care. DCFEMS Behavioral Health Coordinator Ronit Reguer once again joins hosts Maia Dorsett, Hilary Gates and Rob Lawrence for a powerful, practical conversation on trauma-informed care.  They discuss how this approach can improve both patient outcomes and provider wellness. Drawing on clinical experiences, EMS education, and real-world applications, you'll hear a deep dive into how trauma affects patient behavior, the importance of recognizing individual agency during care, and how to build trauma-informed principles into EMS training.  Whether you're an EMS educator, clinician, or student, this episode will challenge you to rethink your approach to care—and inspire meaningful change. Mentioned in the episode: SAMHSA's Trauma-informed Approach: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/trauma-violence/trauma-informed-approaches-programs The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748 What Happened to You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing by Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey https://a.co/d/72CItzf Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.

How should we best acquire medical knowledge and skills so that we can easily retrieve and effectively use them in the field? Now that we are past the stressful March 31st recert deadline, hosts Maia Dorsett, Hilary Gates and Rob Lawrence delve into the issues surrounding EMS recertification and continuing education. Special guest Ethan Setnik, Chief Technology Officer at Prodigy EMS, offers unique insights into the design of learning from his perspective as a system engineer.  We know that the typical last-minute rush to recertify isn't the most effective approach to learning, so listen and be inspired by evidence-based strategies for better knowledge retention. We discuss effortful retrieval, spaced repetition, and interleaving to enhance learning and improve clinical practice. Ethan shares insights about the ways technology and system design can support continuous competency and self-directed learning, moving beyond simply “checking the box” to fostering a meaningful educational journey for EMS clinicians. Mentioned in the episode: The graph of recert volume at Prodigy EMS: https://postimg.cc/6T7ShPYB "Make it Stick: The Science of Successful Learning" https://a.co/d/0n5zMCr Learning by Scientific Design: https://www.deansforimpact.org/tools-and-resources/learning-by-scientific-design Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.

Does your classroom have a joyful buzz? Jonathan St. George has it figured out--as the founder of the Protected Airway Collaborative (PAC), Jonathan was inspired by a museum visit to create a learning environment like no other. Join us as we dive into his innovative world of airway management education.  Prodigy EMS team members Maia Dorsett and Shane O'Donnell report from the PAC as they experienced the self-directed learning approach firsthand.  Listen to their interviews with Jace Mullen and Andrew Merelman, and learn how to enhance your instructional delivery through this pioneering educational format. Mentioned in the episode: Protected Airway Collaborative: https://theprotectedairway.com/ Flipped Classroom: https://bokcenter.harvard.edu/flipped-classrooms Self Directed Learning: https://www.self-directed.org/sde/ Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.

What if the best EMS educators weren't clinicians, but patients themselves? In this episode, hosts Hilary Gates and Maia Dorsett welcome sudden cardiac arrest survivor Nova McCarthy and medical director Alicia Bond for an insightful discussion on how patient experiences can enhance EMS education. Nova describes her experience as a keynote speaker and explores the power of patient-centered learning. She details powerful moments from her near-death experience, including the compassion and kind words of the EMS clinicians who cared for her.  Listen in to discover how EMS providers can learn directly from those they serve—gaining deeper empathy, refining communication, and improving decision-making in high-stakes moments.  This conversation challenges traditional training methods and offers an innovative take on EMS education.  Mentioned in the episode: Heartsight Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Trauma Survivors Network Near Death Experiences Email Alicia Bond: jcemsmedical@gmail.com Email Nova McCarthy: mccarthynova@gmail.com State of Jefferson EMS Conference Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. This podcast is sponsored by EMS Gives Life.  Would you consider becoming a living organ donor? For more info visit www.emsgiveslife.org Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.

How do EMS clinicians process the trauma they witness daily—and how can they be better supported? In this episode of The EMS Educator podcast, hosts Rob Lawrence, Hilary Gates and Maia Dorsett explore the critical topic of trauma stewardship with guest Ronit Reguer, the first behavioral health coordinator for DC Fire and EMS. Together, they unpack the challenges of emotional resilience, the importance of proactive mental health care, and the cultural shifts shaping the future of first responder support. Ronit shares her experiences implementing innovative wellness initiatives, from peer support programs to “Wellness Wednesdays,” and offers powerful insights on addressing trauma before it leads to burnout. Whether you're an EMS clinician, educator, or leader, this episode delivers vital lessons on fostering a culture of care that ensures long and meaningful careers as well as healthy humans. Mentioned in the episode: Trauma Stewardship: An Everyday Guide to Caring for Self While Caring for Others by Laura van Dernoot Lipsky https://traumastewardship.com/inside-the-book/ The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748 Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. This podcast is sponsored by EMS Gives Life.  Would you consider becoming a living organ donor? For more info visit www.emsgiveslife.org Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.

Want more advice about how to effectively create EMS credentialing programs for your learners? In the latest episode of the EMS Educator Podcast, join hosts Rob Lawrence, Hilary Gates, and Maia Dorsett for a dynamic conversation with guests Dr. Jeremy Cushman and Shane O'Donnell. They dive into the intricacies of their successful educational program that trains EMS clinicians for specialty care transport (SCT). Jeremy and Shane discuss how to conduct needs assessments, perform gap analyses, and build learner-centered education models tailored to your system's unique demands. From psychomotor skill validation to fostering clinical acumen, this episode offers actionable insights for EMS educators and leaders. Whether you're refining an existing program or starting from scratch, this episode is packed with lessons and strategies to enhance EMS education and elevate patient care. Ginger Locke highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. This podcast is sponsored by EMS Gives Life.  Would you consider becoming a living organ donor? For more info visit www.emsgiveslife.org Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube, TikTok & IG.

Ginger Locke, newly-minted Prodigy teammate and host of the "Medic Mindset" podcast joins The EMS Educator podcast as co-host. She highlights the episode's key points with her "Mindset Minute." We then dive into Ginger's EMS origin story and her ideas about the future of EMS education. Alongside Hilary Gates, Rob Lawrence, and Maia Dorsett, Ginger explores key aspects of creating a positive learning environment in EMS education. The conversation also touches on the evolving nature of EMS education, being a learner in our information-rich environment, data-driven customization of continuing education (CE), and the integration of new tools and technologies into practice. The EMS Educator is published on the first Friday of every month! Be sure to turn on your notifications so you can listen as soon as the episode drops, and like/follow us on your favorite platform. This podcast is sponsored by EMS Gives Life.  Would you consider becoming a living organ donor? For more info visit www.emsgiveslife.org Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube & IG.

In today's episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, join host Dr. Amy Grosso as she sits down with Officer Meg Soultz, Co-Founder of Rescue in Color. Together, they delve into the vital collaboration between law enforcement and school districts to enhance school safety. Meg shares insights from her diverse career in public safety, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and addressing gaps in the system to ensure a safe educational environment. KEY POINTS: The unique role of school resource officers (SROs) in bridging the gap between law enforcement and education. The significance of having MOUs to allow for information sharing between schools and law enforcement to support students' mental health and wellbeing. The initiative of Rescue in Color, a color-coded kit to help educators and staff respond effectively to bleeding control from traumatic injuries. Our guest, Meg Soultz, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this discussion. Meg began her career in public safety as an EMT while earning a Bachelor's Degree in Biology at DePauw University, where she also distinguished herself as a collegiate athlete, recently inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame for her achievements in softball. Meg furthered her education with a Master's Degree in Biology from the IUPUI Purdue School of Science. Her professional journey includes work as a paramedic in diverse settings—rural, urban, and suburban—gathering 15 years of EMS experience at Putnam County Operation Life and Indianapolis EMS. In addition to her fieldwork, Meg served as a full-time EMS Educator. Her dedication to public safety led her to become a tactical medic for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department's SWAT Team and Bomb Squad. This role sparked her interest in law enforcement, culminating in her transition to a full-time position at the Carmel Police Department in Carmel, IN. At Carmel PD, Meg earned a spot on the SWAT team, specializing in less lethal gas munitions and serving as a sergeant in the Carmel Police School Resource Unit. Additionally, she co-founded Rescue in Color, an innovative initiative focused on bleeding control.

In today's episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, join host Dr. Amy Grosso as she sits down with Officer Meg Soultz, Co-Founder of Rescue in Color. Together, they delve into the vital collaboration between law enforcement and school districts to enhance school safety. Meg shares insights from her diverse career in public safety, emphasizing the importance of building relationships and addressing gaps in the system to ensure a safe educational environment. KEY POINTS: The unique role of school resource officers (SROs) in bridging the gap between law enforcement and education. The significance of having MOUs to allow for information sharing between schools and law enforcement to support students' mental health and wellbeing. The initiative of Rescue in Color, a color-coded kit to help educators and staff respond effectively to bleeding control from traumatic injuries. Our guest, Meg Soultz, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this discussion. Meg began her career in public safety as an EMT while earning a Bachelor's Degree in Biology at DePauw University, where she also distinguished herself as a collegiate athlete, recently inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame for her achievements in softball. Meg furthered her education with a Master's Degree in Biology from the IUPUI Purdue School of Science. Her professional journey includes work as a paramedic in diverse settings—rural, urban, and suburban—gathering 15 years of EMS experience at Putnam County Operation Life and Indianapolis EMS. In addition to her fieldwork, Meg served as a full-time EMS Educator. Her dedication to public safety led her to become a tactical medic for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department's SWAT Team and Bomb Squad. This role sparked her interest in law enforcement, culminating in her transition to a full-time position at the Carmel Police Department in Carmel, IN. At Carmel PD, Meg earned a spot on the SWAT team, specializing in less lethal gas munitions and serving as a sergeant in the Carmel Police School Resource Unit. Additionally, she co-founded Rescue in Color, an innovative initiative focused on bleeding control.

Yes it's true, the Birthday Buddy and Hippo are BACK!! On this episode of As The Rotor Turns, the fab four: Carlos, Trish, Amanda, and Jason are together again after the second day of the First There First Care conference, (where by the way Carlos was awarded EMS Educator of the Year - Go Team TRC1!), and talk'n surgeries, side-effects, ER smells, and everything in-between...allegedly. DISCLAIMER: The opinions and views shared here on As The Rotor Turns are strictly those of the hosts and do not reflect the professional capabilities of The Rescue Company 1 or the amazing Dr. Benjamin Abo. Any medical information shared is not instruction and should not be used in place of your local protocols. ALWAYS FOLLOW YOUR PROTOCOLS AND POLICIES!#ceu #ceus #criticalcare #paramedic #fpc #ccpc #trc1 #thatothersmaylive #ctrn #cfrn #rn #cen #tncc #flightnurse #flightmedic #hems #swet #huet #aha #wildernesssurvival #watersurvival #tpc #airmedicine #emt #emtp #sar #firedepartment #ems #familybusiness #TheRescueCompany1 #AsTheRotorTurns #justforfun #podcast #emspodcast #justintimberlake #pabstblueribbon #flightmedic #fireman #firstresponders #ernurses #911dispatcher #firefightermedic #florida #justforlaughs #currentevents #inthenews #advancedlifesupport #sixty5media #teamwork #airmedical #airmedicine #orlando#pulseshooting #nursing #emergencyroom #nurses #hospital #spinalblock #morphine #painmeds #postop #postoptreatment #postopnurses #pound #IfNotmeThenWho #carlostavarez #ketamine #emergencyroom #portugal #portugalvsczechia #martini #Juneteenth

Introduction Craig Biscuiti has a had a long career in the field of Emergency Medical Services and Emergency Management. Becoming a member of the youth squad of the Woodhaven Richmond-Hill Volunteer Ambulance Corps. in 1986, he knew that he wanted to pursue a career in EMS. He became an EMT in 1991, and in 2002 obtained his Paramedic certification and is also a New York State certified Hazardous Materials Technician. Craig is also an EMS Educator, teaching for EMT and Paramedic programs and has been with NewYork-Presbyterian since 1998 where he currently serves as the Supervisor of Emergency Management. In 2014 Craig took a position with New York City Emergency Management as a Watch Command Supervisor where he was able to hone his skills in Emergency Management Operations with a concentration in leveraging several platforms in intelligence gathering. He was the recipient of several certificates of commendation for his work involving several high-profile incidents that took place in New York City, including the 2015 2nd Avenue explosion and building collapse as well as the 2016 Tribeca terrorist attack. In 2017, Craig returned to NYP as a Supervisor of Emergency Preparedness where his responsibilities include overseeing the teaching of the Stop the Bleed Program and CPR instruction for the Security Department as well as overseeing the implementation of several intelligence gathering platforms that are utilized in the NewYork-Presbyterian Emergency Operations Center. In addition, Craig teaches several classes to hospital staff in decontamination. Craig received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Homeland Security and Emergency Management in January in 2023. Craig currently resides in Queens with his wife and three children. Contact Information https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-biscuiti-300a5725/

Is this going to be on the test?  Educators having been cringing at this question as long as tests have existed because of a perceived time-lapse between research-driven advances in best practice and incorporation into high stakes testing - but these days are numbered. In this episode of the EMS Educator podcast, we host EMS Education experts and members of the National Registry research team, Chris Gage (current NREMT research fellow), Dr. Ash Panchal (NREMT Research director) and Dr. Kim McKenna (paramedic educator and NREMT Board member) to discuss their publication of the Consensus Standard for Evidence Integration into EMS Education and High Stakes Testing which describes the strategy for incorporating research evidence into EMS education and the NREMT certification exam. We discuss why this work was necessary, the process by which the strategy was developed, and why the future is bright for evidence implementation in EMS education and clinical practice.   Additional resources for EMS educators:   The Prehospital Guidelines Consortium list of prehospital Evidence-Based guidelines and EMS Professionals Reading List   This podcast is sponsored by EMS Gives Life.  Would you consider becoming a living organ donor? For more info visit www.emsgiveslife.org Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn $1000 for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube & IG.

A more diverse EMS workforce provides more equitable care, so how can we help EMS look more like the population it serves?  We must examine our policies and their impact on who we are hiring and retaining. Hear from guests Katie O'Connor, EMS Educator and simulation expert in LA County and Washington D.C.'s GWU, Sahaj Khalsa, Santa Fe (NM) Community College's EMS Program Director and Prodigy's Medical Director Dr. Maia Dorsett. Our guests discuss how Social Determinants of Health can affect employee success and how our seemingly well-thought out requirements may actually harm our diversity efforts.   If you're a chief, recruiter, educator or EMS employer, this podcast is a must listen.  The people who write policies are gatekeepers to this profession, and we still have a ways to go to diversify the EMS workforce. Have a listen to Part 1, Addressing Bias in Patient Care, which was released earlier in June! Mentioned in the episode: Females and Minority Racial/Ethnic Groups Remain Underrepresented in Emergency Medical Services: A Ten-Year Assessment, 2008–2017 Crowe, R. et al www.blackfirebrigade.com Freedom House 2.0 Get in touch with our guests: Sahaj Khalsa: @ssk040 Katie O'Connor: @kathleenoco maiadorsett@gmail.com  This podcast is sponsored by EMS Gives Life.  Would you consider becoming a living organ donor? Visit emsgiveslife.org for more info. Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn a $1000 reward for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com.  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube & IG.

How can EMS educators and leaders help prevent bias in patient care? One way is to make the unconscious conscious.  We welcome guests Katie O'Connor, EMS Educator and simulation expert in LA County and Washington D.C.'s GWU, and Sahaj Khalsa, Santa Fe (NM) Community College's EMS Program Director.  Prodigy's Medical Director Dr. Maia Dorsett also weighs in. Our guests discuss the importance of definitions, why words matter and the prevalence of bias in simulation (racial, age, gender, etc.).  They give tips on how to normalize the discussion, destigmatize bias and not always use white male manikins.   If you're an educator, chief, EMS employer, look at your data around this issue. Look at your scenarios and what they are reinforcing.  Your clinicians will respond and improve. Look for Part 2, Addressing Bias in Your Agency, to be released in July! Mentioned in the episode: Influence of patient race on administration of analgesia by student paramedics Get in touch with our guests: Sahaj Khalsa: @ssk040 Katie O'Connor: @kathleenoco maiadorsett@gmail.com  This podcast is sponsored by EMS Gives Life.  Would you consider becoming a living organ donor? Visit emsgiveslife.org for more info. Check out the Prodigy EMS Bounty Program! Earn a $1000 reward for your best talks! Get your CE at www.prodigyems.com.  Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube & IG.

Austin-based EMS Educator and friend Ginger Locke joins Mike and Ritu as we discuss thinking and decision-making in EMS. We barely scratched the surface...leaving you wanting more...we are sure of that. Appreciate you subscribing to our channel and our podcast, wherever you may listen!

EMS's use of ketamine for behavioral emergencies continues to rile up the media & elected officials.  Why? How should EMS educate the public & our providers to ensure the best care for our patients? Here we interview data gurus Drs. Remle Crowe & Brent Myers, who published extensive findings on ketamine use by EMS.  For more on this topic, check out Dr. Jeff Jarvis's episode on the EMS Lighthouse Project. The EMS Educator podcast has relevant, high-quality discussions around best practices in EMS education: interviews with experts in EMS, education, simulation, medical direction & leadership. Find more at www.prodigyems.com. Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube & IG.

At New Orleans EMS, Medical Directors Emily Nichols & Meg Marino created the Diversity & Inclusion Council to improve access & promote diversity in EMS. How did they do it? The EMS Educator podcast has relevant, high-quality discussions around best practices in EMS education: Find more at www.prodigyems.com. Follow @ProdigyEMS on Twitter, FB, YouTube & IG.

On this podcast, two first responders discuss living through traumatic events and how they now help individuals manage life following critical incidents. Our guests are Roy Cox, Ed. D. and Jenifer Swab, Ph.D.Dr. Roy Cox has served as an active member of the Region and Pittsburgh Department of Public Safety since 1977. His experience spans from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Paramedic, EMS District Chief (RET), EMS Educator, University Educator, CISM (Critical Incident Stress Management Team) Operations Director, Flight Medic (RET), Federal Response Unit- PA1-DMAT Team member; American Red Cross Board of Directors Member, First Aid Instructor, CPR Instructor Trainer and State Evaluator. Dr. Jenifer Swab is a paramedic and holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in education from Robert Morris University. She has over 40 years of experience in public safety as a Paramedic, rescue technician, dispatcher, and firefighter. Some of Jenifer's most recent accomplishments include training of police officers, firefighters, and educators on how to recognize an opiate overdose and administer naloxone. The Resilient Minds podcast is sponsored by Passages & Prose, LLC. It is produced by: Lillie Leonardi and Chris Sichi. Music: Ocean Breeze by Ketsa

This episode is one from our archives, aimed at those of you gearing up to take your NREMT Exam. Our EMS Programs Manager Chris McCarthy has 20 years of experience as an EMS Educator and National Registry Representative. She has been the Lead Instructor Coordinator for the last three NETS EMT Classes. Chris will walk you through what to expect on test day with key rules and policies that you'll need to know. This lecture was conducted virtually.

This episode is one from our archives, aimed at those of you gearing up to take your NREMT Exam. Our EMS Programs Manager Chris McCarthy has 20 years of experience as an EMS Educator and National Registry Representative. She has been the Lead Instructor Coordinator for the last three NETS EMT Classes. Chris will walk […]

LEADERSHIP | 3 | - GINGER LOCKE of MEDIC MINDSET   Now available for download! We were so incredibly lucky to sit down with EMS Educator and EMS Podcast pioneer Ginger Locke. Listen as we get to know Ginger, and learn more about her passion for her students and for our profession. We dive in to more intimate topics such as relationships, vulnerability VS confession, and EMS Education during Covid-19. Check out her project on any podcast platform by searching for Medic Mindset, and by visiting www.medicmindset.com. #ems #austintexas #athensga #emspodcast #medicmindset #medicclasscitizen #paramedic #paramedicstudent #paramedicine #aemt #paramedicsonfacebook #emergencymedicine #emergencymedicalservices   www.medicclasscitizen.com 

On this episode of the podcast, you'll hear from James Randolph. Who is a seasoned Paramedic & EMS Educator with over 18 years of service. You'll hear about his experiences from growing up in Philly to being assigned to the City Of Chester as a Paramedic. James also has a passion for education and teaching communities of color. As an EMS professional his job has been impacted drastically by the pandemic. James and his colleagues had to improvise, adapt and overcome everything that has transpired in their line of work.

Host Brett Lyle talks with David Blevins, director of EMS Education Programs for Roane State Community College (TN). They talk about legislation that have shaped the industry, education in the times of stay-at-home orders, and how to show that you care and lead through effective communication.Welcome to Emergent Leadership where we connect with passionate leaders who just have to share their stories, perspectives, and most importantly, lessons learned.The need is urgent, the events are critical, and the you of tomorrow is just an episode away!Join the conversation: If you have a leadership topic, experience, or lesson learned you would like to share or hear more about, send an email at brettlylecoaching@gmail.com or use and follow #emergentleadership to join the conversation. You can also connect to Brett directly through LinkedIn or follow her journey on YouTube.

Christopher South, 20 + year Paramedic and EMS Educator from Birmingham, Alabama and I sit down to discuss:Miraculously surviving his suicide attempt (by way of 3000 units of insulin) His experience through the mental health system Experiencing 20 electroshock therapy treatments Getting his license taken away The surprising statistic of unreported suicidesPTSDHis advocacy for first responders and his multi-media Dead Inside presentationHow the punk rock mindset, his spiritual faith, meditation, and a holistic wellness lifestyle helped himTo learn more about The Rock Your Life Podcast visit www.RockYourLifeWithNoraFinch.com

My Life of a First ResponderPt 2Christopher South, 20 + year Paramedic and EMS Educator from Birmingham, Alabama and I sit down to discuss:Miraculously surviving his suicide attempt (by way

Episode 147 is David Fifer. David is EMS Educator at Eastern Kentucky University and a fellow podcaster as he is the co-host of the Raw Medicine Podcast. When he is not teaching he is involved with the Red STAR- Red River Gorge Special Treatment, Access and Rescue. Red STAR is the volunteer ALS wilderness special operations unit of the Powell County Ambulance Service in Kentucky's Red River Gorge. David has always been interested in EMS, helping others and learned this at an early age. We talk about his career path, which was not always EMS, the current state of EMS education, and David and I discuss the value of EMS providers obtaining a 4-year college degree. This episode is sponsored by Erin Cohen Fathom Realty.

In this episode, Ginger talks to Tyler Christifulli. It's accurate to call him a flight medic, but he's so much more. He's also a podcaster and an EMS Educator. In listening to his FOAMfrat podcast, it's obvious he is a sharp guy but being in the same room with him is a completely different animal. He has charisma for days but what is really mesmerizing about him is how he brings out the best in others. Show notes: medicmindset.com Find Tyler online: www.foamfrat.com

Mobilize Rescue Systems is a team of medical professionals, military veterans, and technology engineers, our mission is to empower bystanders to save lives by equipping them with the resources necessary to respond to a medical emergency - in the form of the world's first interactive rescue system. They are looking to make first aid, just like the Public Access CPR/AED programs across the United States. Our guest, Seth Goldstein is a Career Firefighter/Paramedic in Poughkeepsie, NY. Mr. Goldstein earned his EMT-Basic in 1997 and his Paramedic Certification in 2000.Mr. Goldstein has worked as a Paramedic for various agencies in NYS and for the Denver Paramedic Division. During his tenure in the commercial ambulance industry, he held the positions of QA/QI Coordinator, EMD Dispatcher, Communications Manager, Operations Manager and, left commercial EMS as the General Manager of an agency with 200 employees answering 60,000 calls for service annually. Goldstein left commercial ambulance work to become a full-time EMS Educator; earning his NYS Certified Instructor Coordinator credentials and eventually running two Community College-based EMS Programs in 5 years. Since 2009 Goldstein has been on staff at the National Center for Security & Preparedness (NCSP) as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), helping develop and deliver courses such as Advanced Active Shooter, TECC for Law Enforcement, TECC for EMS, and Responding to Mass Casualty Incidents. He is the lead SME for both the winter and summer versions of EMS Special Situations. In his current position as a Firefighter/Paramedic, he is nationally certified as a structural firefighter and holds NYS certifications for auto extrication, and is a Confined Space Rescue Technician. In 2013, Goldstein was selected by NYC Medics to join a group tasked with assisting the Kenyan Council of EMTs (KCEMT) with the development of the first Paramedic Program in East Africa. Through the work of this group, ACLS and PALS are now the standard of care in major hospitals throughout Kenya, and Paramedic Program development continues with growing support from the Kenyan government. Goldstein earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Studies from Binghamton University. Links www.Mobilizerescue.com https://www.linkedin.com/company-beta/10817195/ linkedin.com/in/seth-goldstein-6899357

Episode 89: Kelly Grayson has been a Critical Care Paramedic and EMS Educator for twenty-three years. He is president of the Louisiana Association of EMS Educators and a board member of the LA Association of Nationally Registered EMTs. He currently works as a critical care paramedic for Acadian Ambulance in southwest Louisiana and as the EMS Education Coordinator for ACE4EMS. He is an award-winning columnist for EMS1.com and EMS World Magazine, and co-host of the EMS1 podcast Inside EMS. Kelly's transition into EMS is an unique one as well he is the author of the column The Ambulance Driver. We discuss how the title and column came about and the criticism the title received. As the co-host of EMS1.com's podcast, we talk about his co-host Chris Cebollero and how they met. Kelly has an interesting take on the future of EMS too.

Remembering Richard Beebe, EMS educator/paramedic by EMS1 Podcasts