Hidden Battles Radio

In this episode, our esteemed guest, Kris, joined us in the studio. Our conversation delved into the challenges within law enforcement, focusing on topics such as the use of force and cultural diversities. As customary, we extend our gratitude to our partners for their ongoing support, and we expressed a heartfelt thank you to our close friend, Ellen, for her valuable insights and advice.

We had the honor of having Anthony " Tony" Jones Air Force Vet, (R) Corrections Officer and Firefighter  talk to us about the First Responder exclusive substance abuse program at Banyan Treatment Centers. Tony explains the importance of the program and establishing trust and having a quality program to help our first responders get back to best they can be. 

Dr Schnauber visited the studio and spoke with Chris and Mike about mental health, social work, veteran and first responder culture and co-responder issues. 

Dr Schnauber  is a provider established in Pittsfield, Massachusetts and his medical specialization is Social Worker with a focus in clinical . 

Dr Schnauber is highly respected not only for his work in the public sector but also for his military service. (both Air Force and Army)

In this episode Chris flies solo and gets HB friend Ricky Johnson Jr on the Hidden Battles Radio show live. Ricky is a USMC Veteran, 3 time Felon, Motivational Speaker and father who lost his son Landon to suicide. Listen to Ricky's story as he speaks about his fall and rise from the ashes. 

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Thank you to our partners SWAM.org JDCU.org Plannedperfectly.net 

In this episode we had Tiffany Lever Army Vet and LCSW explain the amazing programs that the Lowell Vet Center provides, Then Exe Director of the Veterans North East Outreach Center Billy Kelly (ret Coast Guard Captain)  joined via telephone to talk about what VNEOC does for our Vets

Mike and Scott spoke wit mPEAK coach Yevette Trapani about mindfulness and wellness

In this episode Brian Harkins Army Vet and Fire Fighter (EMS) a peer to peer support guy joins us in the studio and HB resident Clinician Karen D. joins in via remote location to talk about breaking the stigma and getting help. 

Heather Sweeney joins us as and talks about mental mindset, wellness, meditation and climbing mountains. 

thank you to our partners at JDCU.org, SWAM.org and Plannedperfectly.net

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We had the honor of having Police Captain David Betz come on the show and talk about his loss of his son David (III) a young police officer struggling in silence.  Capt. Betz talks about staying mentally strong, seeking help and rebuilding in the name of his son . Captain Betz is a huge advocate for police and first responder mental health and the new suicide crisis line 988. 

Thank you to our partners 

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This episode Chris, Scott and Ice Mike sit and talk about Mindfulness, Wellness and Resilience. Don't sweat the little stuff and other methods of reprograming your mindset 

Thanks to our partners 

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