In this episode of the Build Different Podcast, Rachael Stark shares her powerful journey through law enforcement, military service, and forensic death investigation—and the mental health challenges that came with it.

This conversation is an honest look at the realities many first responders experience but rarely discuss. Whether you're in law enforcement, the military, EMS, fire service, healthcare, or simply supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insight, hope, and practical takeaways.

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In this episode of Built Different, host Colin Ledbetter sits down with Alex Scott, a Saint Louis County Police dispatcher and supervisor, to talk about the unseen side of law enforcement.

Alex shares what it’s really like working behind the headset — from handling hundreds of emergency calls, coordinating officers during high-stress situations, and managing life-or-death moments, to the emotional toll dispatchers carry every day. The conversation dives into police communications, critical incidents, mental health, teamwork inside dispatch centers, and the realities of working 12-hour shifts in public safety.

This episode gives an inside look at the people who keep first responders connected when seconds matter most.

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In this episode of Built Different, host Colin Ledbetter sits down with veteran firefighter and flight paramedic Chip Ashford to break down a career built on discipline, risk, and purpose.

Chip shares his journey from growing up in a firehouse to volunteering at 17, working EMS in St. Louis, and eventually becoming a captain in St. Charles City. Along the way, he became a flight paramedic, responding to high-risk emergencies in helicopters and managing critical care operations.

If you’re interested in first responder life, leadership under pressure, or what it means to truly be “built different,” this episode delivers real, unfiltered insight.

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In this powerful episode of Built Different, @TonyTwist18 sat down with Colin Ledbetter, former St Louis Cop, who flat lined many times and just had his leg amputated 4 years later due to complications. Tony has taken a lot of hits over the years, but this conversation hits DIFFERENT. Colin started Built Different to give first responders a voice nobody else is giving them.

From the realities of policing in one of America’s most dangerous cities to advocating for first responder mental health, this conversation dives deep into what’s really happening behind the badge. This isn’t what you see on the news—this is real life.

🎙️ Raw. Honest. Built Different.

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From everyone at Trueline Media Group, we'd like to extend our gratitude to all of our first responders and to Colin for what you all do. Let's grow Built Different together!

In this video, you’ll hear honest testimonials from people who actually listen to the show and what keeps them coming back. From motivation to real conversations, this is why Built Different is hitting different.

If you’ve been thinking about checking it out, start here.

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In this episode of Built Different, host Colin Ledbetter sits down with two 6th District officers to talk about policing North St. Louis through COVID, manpower shortages, rising and falling crime trends, and the reality behind the headlines.

Brett and Jessica share raw stories from patrol — from vehicle pursuits and violent crime to saving stray dogs and working animal abuse cases — plus what’s changed inside the justice system and on the streets.

Real perspective. Real experience. No filters.

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Ever wondered what 30 years in the fire service looks like? In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, we sit down with retired Fire Captain Pat Byron, who shares raw insights from nearly three decades serving North County Fire & Rescue.

Pat Byron served as a Fire Captain for nearly 30 years with North County Fire & Rescue (formerly Riverview Fire Department), starting in 1985. He witnessed the transformation of firefighting from basic emergency response to advanced paramedic care, navigating explosive call volume growth and departmental consolidations throughout his career.

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Ever wondered what 30 years in the fire service looks like? In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, we sit down with retired Fire Captain Pat Byron, who shares raw insights from nearly three decades serving North County Fire & Rescue.

Pat Byron served as a Fire Captain for nearly 30 years with North County Fire & Rescue (formerly Riverview Fire Department), starting in 1985. He witnessed the transformation of firefighting from basic emergency response to advanced paramedic care, navigating explosive call volume growth and departmental consolidations throughout his career.

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Ever wondered what 30 years in the fire service looks like? In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, we sit down with retired Fire Captain Pat Byron, who shares raw insights from nearly three decades serving North County Fire & Rescue.

Pat Byron served as a Fire Captain for nearly 30 years with North County Fire & Rescue (formerly Riverview Fire Department), starting in 1985. He witnessed the transformation of firefighting from basic emergency response to advanced paramedic care, navigating explosive call volume growth and departmental consolidations throughout his career.

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👉 Visit spasandmorestl.com to learn more!

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Ever wondered what 30 years in the fire service looks like? In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, we sit down with retired Fire Captain Pat Byron, who shares raw insights from nearly three decades serving North County Fire & Rescue.

Pat Byron served as a Fire Captain for nearly 30 years with North County Fire & Rescue (formerly Riverview Fire Department), starting in 1985. He witnessed the transformation of firefighting from basic emergency response to advanced paramedic care, navigating explosive call volume growth and departmental consolidations throughout his career.

👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE and hit the LIKE button – it helps us bring you more first responder stories!

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