From The Flight Deck To The Firehouse: Brad W - OH

In this episode of 'The Things We All Carry,' Stack interviews Brad, a recently retired firefighter from Ohio with a background in the Navy. Brad shares his journey from working in crash and salvage on a flight deck to becoming a dedicated firefighter. He discusses the significant impact of the opioid epidemic on his career, his struggles with the mental toll of the job, and his current pursuit of a degree in psychology and counseling to help first responders. Tune in for a compelling conversation about trauma, recovery, and the importance of peer support in the firefighting community. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:22 Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone 00:43 Operation Yellow Tape Event 01:56 Engaging with the Community 06:26 Upcoming Appearances and Reflections 07:55 Episode 134 Introduction 08:04 Interview with Brad: Life After Fire Service 12:38 Brad's Background and Early Life 17:07 Military Service and Challenges 26:40 Transition to Firefighting 29:36 Reflecting on a Firefighting Career 29:58 Challenges and Realizations 32:13 Types of Calls and Community Dynamics 33:57 Impact of the Heroin Epidemic 36:00 Personal Struggles and Peer Support 37:10 Transition to Therapy and Retirement 38:27 Ongoing Involvement and Future Plans 40:43 Final Thoughts and Reflections 48:31 Conclusion and Farewell

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From The Flight Deck To The Firehouse: Brad W - OH is an episode from The Things We All Carry by Stack.

This episode is 62:47 long.

This episode was published on Sep 18, 2024.

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