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We talk about the importance of wellness in our first responder culture- and often times I wonder if employers lose sight of “the why” we should care. Listens and followers understand the impacts of supporting our front line workers in this critical work, but what information do we need to bring to the bosses and Lead UP effectively?
In this episode, I am joined by Ethan Jule and Jason Drinkwater. We discuss the importance of stress management and reduction, specific impacts to nervous system health and ability to show up better at work as well as at home. Ethan and Jason discuss their backgrounds coming into the wellness space through Infinity Massage Chairs, and how the company is making a marked difference in how we can care of first responders.
Make sure you download and listen to the end to find out what freebie you will get- and how to get it. Hint: it’s valuable, useful, and beneficial to your personal health and performance!
To learn more, go to infinitymassagechairs.com or better yet, contact Jason at:
https://meetings.hubspot.com/jason-drinkwater
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Email at [email protected]
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Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
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I found Jason's social media and it resonated with me- how he talked about mindset, ownership, and the importance of fitness for first responders. He spoke about the sometimes uncomfortable truth that we in emergency services have trouble recognizing in ourselves and our peers:
Many first responders are unfit (double entendre there) to actually perform their jobs to the level we ought to be able to do. He said something at his workplace as a medic which someone found offensive, which led to his termination.
We've talked about obesity in cops and other first responders on this show before, with guests like Rod Wisser and Joe Gamaldi- and we've talked about fitness and nutrition a host of times. It is often much more nuanced than that. Conversations like these aren't meant to tell people to push people out, rather LIFT THEM UP. We need great first responders, and physical ability is a non-negotiable. Think about those who are helpless in the most dire of situations, and there is isn't much more to discuss. Time to take ownership of yourself, with grace and positivity, and let's GO.
In our conversation, Jason shares about not only his battles with adversity and trauma in and out of the job, but his own struggle with obesity as a first responder. It goes beyond the physical, as we explore strengthening mental fortitude for a meaningful and purpose-driven life.
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Jason Warn is a dedicated first responder, paramedic, and resilience advocate who has spent over a decade serving on the front lines of high-stress environments.
Drawing from his own transformative journey overcoming personal adversity, including struggles with mental health and physical fitness, Jason has become a passionate voice for building resilience in mind, body, and spirit.
As the founder of Mindfulness Medic, he provides actionable strategies for first responders and healthcare professionals to cultivate inner strength and thrive in the face of life's challenges.
Through his coaching, speaking engagements, and apparel brand, Jason shares his mission of empowering others to break free from self-limiting beliefs, step into their highest potential, and create lives filled with purpose and vitality. His work is deeply rooted in his philosophy of resilience, encouraging individuals to embrace discomfort as a pathway to growth.
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Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
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In this solocast, I explore a "kind of" solo episode. Sure it's just me talking, the script and content was generated mostly by you!
I have been asked several times lately, between followers and folks I'm coaching what they should focus on as new officers. Surely, there is a HOST of things, from hard and soft skills, tactics, the BOOKS (case law, criminal law, and on and on...)
However, when I brought this to the socials, the responses from experienced cops, supervisors, and law enforcement professionals were overwhelmingly directed toward themes of health, relations, balance, and items more attune to self-regulation. So many responses were more about what to do when off the clock- and/or how to manage your LIFE, not just your career.
Listen in and hear the anecdotes and insights from veteran officers, sergeants, LTs, and more- along with my break down and added perspectives to their valuable tips and reflections!
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Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow.
Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show.
Need help with entry-level, promotional testing, career & mindset coaching? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide:
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Email at [email protected]
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Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
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If you didn't catch Ep. 98- download, listen, and promptly return to this one. In that, I chat with my coworker, Detective Tessa Melville; we discuss her background, her growth through military service and lessons learned and resilience tested and solidified in her patrol work for years- and her recent entry into detective work with the Special Assault Unit.
We hinted at a part two, and much of that was in planning. One of the things I appreciate most about Tessa is her openness in a matter of fact way- how she is emotionally and self-aware and is willing to share that with others as we all can learn for our own emotional survival and continual efforts to support our wellness.
Where in part 1, we talk about a lot of the significant events that tested and shaped Tessa's resolve, in this episode we converse about some of the dynamics we continue to work through and balance- at different stages in our careers and different roles. Tessa flips the script- so to speak- and picks my brain on my reflections on perceptions, work culture, and wellness.
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Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show.
Need help with entry-level, promotional testing, career & mindset coaching? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide:
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Email at [email protected]
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Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
music credit: Drive by ASham...
Years ago, I had the privilege of hearing then active firefighter Mike Washington speak at wellness conferences. He talked about his traumas through life- from childhood to his experience in the Marine Corps, at work in his life as a Seattle Firefighter, and losing his adult son in combat.
He talked about his downward spiral, self-destructive warpath, and coming to recognition that such a path, such an ending was not his path and not his ending. He shared about utter resilience, the love and compassion from his wife and circles- and how he allowed himself to feel that love and compassion, and thus embrace and pay it forward.
Years later, as part of a large-scale joint peer support effort (coordinated by Deputy Chief McCurdy (see Ep. 125!)), I came to connect with Mike again. He was now a full-fledged mental health counselor, having retired from Fire and I had the honor to co-facilitate a stress debrief with him in the service of our Pierce County and Edgewood PD brothers and sisters following the death of Deputy Dom Calata.
I remained connected and watched Mike continue to inspire others and crush life with utmost positivity- which didn’t slow one bit when he shared publicly about his cancer diagnosis and updates.
We talk about trauma, stumbles, resilience and serving others in his experiences and for our first responder and military communities at large. Mike is an absolute treasure, and I’m grateful not only for his acquaintance but his sharing time and space on the show.
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Mike’s mission is to assist veterans and First Responders to identify, understand and react to the forces of stress as a means to combating the forces of PTSD and suicide.
Mike is a retired Seattle Firefighter with over 32 years of operational experience. In addition to his ordinary assignment as a firefighter, Mike was a member of the fire departments Peer Support Team as well as a Critical Incident Stress Debriefer, assisting firefighters around the country and now works as a psychotherapist in Seattle specializing in trauma and PTSD issues.
Mike Washington is a retired Marine Corps Master Sergeant with 23 years of service (7 active, 16reserve). Mike served as a Platoon Sgt in Desert Storm and served as a Counterintelligence Officer in Bosnia, Africa, Iraq and Afghanistan as well as numerous other real-world missions. He also spent 18 months at the National Counter terrorism Center in Washington DC.
Mike also provides mental health services to various first responder and military entities around the Seattle and Puget Sound area. Mike is a keynote speaker using his own story presents on the topics of stress, depression, PTSD and suicide, but most importantly PTG or Post Traumatic Growth.
Mikes motivation derives from his own personal experiences with PTSD from childhood to the fire service and war including the death of his son Sgt Michael T Washington while serving with the Marines in Afghanistan in 2008.
Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line!
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Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow.
Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show.
Need help with entry-level, promotional testing, career & mindset coaching? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide:
bluegritwellness.com/shop
Email at [email protected]
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Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
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Here’s a solocast episode in follow up and coordination with my newest Police 1 article, where I answer the prompt on whether youth is a “problem” as a new cop. Yes and no… and all that comes with it.
Beyond that factor, there’s every other thing. What about “being old” as a new guy or gal? What about being small, though fit and skilled? What about having no formal post high school education.. or truthfully- too much life in academia and not in the traditional workplace?
With all that, we talk about Imposter Syndrome- what it is, how it affects many of us- especially high achievers- and what to do about it.
For the full article, check out @policeone , hit the link in the bio (IG or LinkedIn or the blog at bluegritwellness.com) for my article list or google Police 1, Eric Tung and you’ll find your way there!
As always, let me know what YOU want to see me write, post or hear me talk about.
Stay gritty! 👊🏽
#impostersyndrome #newcops #rookies #policeofficer #policecareer #learningcurve #newassignment
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Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow.
Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show.
Need help with entry-level, promotional testing, career & mindset coaching? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide:
bluegritwellness.com/shop
Email at [email protected]
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Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
music credit: Drive by ASham...
As someone who has self-experimented with most very diet at least for some time, it’s always intriguing to talk to someone who found something that truly works for them! Enter Eric (spelled the right way)! Retired LEO, who, through keto/carnivore approach reversed his metabolic issues and is now thriving!
We chat diet, but truly go much farther into lifestyle, service, trauma, and purpose - as he took an unconventional path to not only self-healing, but assisting and fostering recovery in others through community!
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Eric Reynolds, aka "KetoFiveO," embodies resilience and transformation. After a distinguished law enforcement career and surviving a harrowing gunfight with an armed suspect, Eric faced and overcame significant challenges, including PTSD, heart disease, and other metabolic issues. He achieved an impressive 80-pound weight loss and now champions metabolic health, especially for first responders, through KetoFiveO Sports Nutrition.
As a Licensed Primary Sports Nutritionist, Health Advocate, and Personal Trainer, Eric is committed to promoting wellness. Eric’s family legacy is deeply rooted in law enforcement, with his mother, June Hawkins, and stepfather, Al Singleton, featured in Netflix’s Griselda. His mission extends through “Cops and Campers,” a non-profit providing a sanctuary for first responders to heal amidst nature.
In a remarkable personal journey, Eric through DNA reconnected with his long-lost brother, Dave Stull, a fellow police officer. This new relationship inspired Eric to embrace a full-time RV lifestyle, traveling the country with his family while homeschooling his kids, working on farms, and volunteering in the communities they visit. This lifestyle enriches their lives and reflects Eric’s unwavering commitment to service and community. Eric’s story is one of service, advocacy, and resilience, serving as a beacon of hope for all.
Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line!
To stay connected with the latest and exclusive content:
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Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow.
Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show.
Need help with entry-level, promotional testing, career & mindset coaching? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide:
bluegritwellness.com/shop
Email at [email protected]
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Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
music credit: Drive by ASham...
I am joined by Haley an active police officer, the founder of Never Forgotten Clothing Co., and host of the Five OOOH! podcast.
After connecting and being interview on her show, I knew I had to flip the script (oh how the turn-tables have turned) and share her passion, perspective and personality with more of our community.
I am moved and inspired by how Haley demonstrates modeling a positive attitude, culture, and environment. We discuss her connection and deep friendship built with her partner, Officer Ella French, and our parallels in losing our battle buddies. This moves naturally into discussion of remembrance and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the best ways we can- and continuing on and promoting their stellar legacies.
We talk about being an example, women and minorities in policing, supporting those officers bullied, depressed and suicidal. We focus on police culture's status check: some of the ills we are facing across the country, and how one of the most tangible things we can do to elevate and support ourselves and each other... is to stop fighting ourselves and each other. This goes for you TROLLS- of all types! This is a must listen as we continue to invest in our profession in healthy, necessary, sustainable ways.
You can find her at never.forgotten.co on IG
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Haley Mirabelli is a dedicated active-duty police officer with a master’s degree in Public Safety Administration. A powerful female voice in the law enforcement community, Haley founded the Never Forgotten Clothing Company, which initially started as a clothing brand for first responders but has since grown into a thriving community. This platform allows first responders to share their stories, advocate for change, and shed light on the difficult realities of their profession.
Beyond just a brand, Never Forgotten has become a beacon for those who dream big, encouraging new recruits to join the force and connecting individuals with shared goals. Haley’s commitment to amplifying voices within her community also led her to launch the Five OOOH! Podcast, where she highlights local heroes and the stories that need to be heard.
With a focus on creating positive change, Haleylooks forward to continuing her mission of supporting and uplifting the first responder community.
Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line!
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Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow.
Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show.
Need help with entry-level, promotional testing, career & mindset coaching? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide:
bluegritwellness.com/shop
Email at [email protected]
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Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
music credit: Drive by ASham...
If the title doesn't say enough about the intriguing nature of Luke, his career, and his mindset, consider that he also does CRAZY EPIC swims to bring awareness to amazing causes. I'm talking swimming to Alcatraz, towing boats to train, and other crazy stuff.
Luke talks about his entry into the Law Enforcement world starting at Chicago PD, moving to warmer CA Highway Patrol, then onto FBI where he could use his multilingual skills certified with the Department of Defense in 5 other languages (Greek, Turkish, Serbian, Arabic and Russian!)
Now he is a pilot and flight instructor, and our conversation reminds us to perfect our craft- diving into continually honing our skills and personal health one day at a time.
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If that wasn’t enough, our conversation barely scratches the other following elements of his diverse talents:
NYU - Applied Math BS
Northwestern - Applied Psychology MS
Georgetown - Political Science - Conflict Resolution MS
George Mason- Conflict Management Ph.D (candidate)
2000 Sydney 1500m free - qualifier
2004 Athens water polo - qualifier
2020 Tokyo crew - single scull - qualifier
Pilot - flight instructor (24 years)
Watch-smith- certified
Rescue-swimmer
Recovery diver
Volunteer firefighter
EXTREMELY proud girl dad
You can follow Luke's adventures, challenges and get in contact at:
@amphibious.spartan on Instagram
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Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow.
Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show.
Need help with entry-level, promotional testing, career & mindset coaching? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide:
bluegritwellness.com/shop
Email at [email protected]
-------------------------------------
Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
music credit: Drive by ASham...
It was years of hearing about the true servant leader, Andy McCurdy, before I came to meet him. His reputation preceded him in all the great ways. Like his brother, Pat, Andy was also known for leading with compassion, truly being there for his guys, and fostering wellness and peer support throughout the ranks.
When I was starting to find my voice with Blue Grit, one of my officers turned me onto the Leaderist - a police leadership podcast started by Lexi Harris. I thus got to learn about Chief McCurdy- when he was running a contract city for the County- and hear how his passion moved beyond officers, operations, and into the community- truly what this work is all about.
It was years later that we met in response to Deputy Dom Calata’s death.. sadly as many cops do come together in times of loss. He had coordinated a large-scale regional peer support effort- which is just one prime example where apt leadership met devoted purpose.. and that is a lot of what Andy demonstrates.
In our conversation, we talk about his background, career, leading FOR wellness. He opens up about his own personal stressors and struggles with the career and life... and openness truly lacking in police culture from our leaders. His vulnerability is something we can all learn from- as a true leader can help us recognize that it’s okay not to be okay.
I am proud to have him in our region and circles- and to call him a leader and mentor of mine- and to help share his lessons with you.
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Andy McCurdy is currently the Deputy Police Chief for the city of Sumner, WA. Andy comes from a law enforcement family and lives with his wife and three kids in Pierce County, WA.
Andy started his LE career in 1991 in California as a Community Service Officer. Andy moved to Washington and became a Police Officer in 1996. Andy spent 24 years with the King County Sheriff's Office as a Patrol Deputy, Master Police Officer, Special Assault Unit Detective, Patrol Sergeant, Internal Investigations Unit Sergeant, Advanced Training Unit Supervisor, and Chief of Police. Andy also spent more than 15 years as a Peer Support Team member and leader and more than 12 years investigating serious use of force incidents on the Administrative Review Team.
Andy has been teaching locally, regionally, and internationally for more than 20 years in areas including use of force, procedural justice, trauma informed practices, peer support/wellness, and leadership.
Andy currently volunteers as a board member for Code 4 NW, Executive Director of Police Activities League of Sumner, Coach/Director of Badges and Barbells After School Weightlifting Clubs, and as a side walker and on the barn team for Sundance Circle Hippotherapy. Andy and his wife, Demarie, also run a camp for blind and visually impaired children, called Camp Possible.
Questions, topic ideas and feedback? Send a line!
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Don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Blue Grit Radio on Apple, Spotify, YouTube and more! Sharing the show and episodes to your friends, peers, circles and social platforms is one of the greatest compliments I can receive- which truly helps the show grow.
Please help support a healthier first responder community by giving us a 5 star rating (Spotify and Apple) and a review (on Apple) to help others find the show.
Need help with entry-level, promotional testing, career & mindset coaching? Stop spinning your wheels and prep the right mindset and awareness of all the critical hiring steps with my comprehensive hiring guide:
bluegritwellness.com/shop
Email at [email protected]
-------------------------------------
Want to safeguard your health and the health of your team?
United Diagnostic Services brings hospital-grade diagnostic technology directly to first responder agencies, making early detection of heart disease and cancer simpler than ever.
For more information, visit udshealth.com
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*the opinions expressed in all episodes of this podcast and related materials do not reflect on any departments agencies.
music credit: Drive by ASham...
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Welcome to Blue Grit Radio: the podcast for police officers, first responders, and service-minded leaders who want to elevate their performance in career and life. Hosted by Eric Tung, an…
Each episode features raw conversations, actionable insights, and interviews with leaders in law enforcement, wellness experts, veterans, and high performers who share their lessons on overcoming adversity, leading with purpose, and creating positive change in their first responder and organizational culture.
Whether you’re a rookie, veteran officer, aspiring leader, or just passionate about growth and service, Blue Grit Radio will help you strengthen your mindset, improve your health, and elevate your impact on the job and in life.
Topics include:
- Police leadership and team building
- Officer mental health and wellness
- Navigating toxic police culture
- Resilience, mindset, and Stoicism
- Career development and promotion
- Fitness, family, and fulfillment beyond the badge
Host Eric Tung is an 18-year police officer currently serving as a Patrol Operations Commander and wellness coordinator in Washington State. He is an author, host, speaker, and industry voice focused on building critical mindset, wellness, recruiting, hiring, retention, police leadership, organizational health and community engagement.
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