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In this episode, we're celebrating Halloween with a very serious conversation about candy, sick time use, an update on the Uncomfortable Conversations episode, the firefighter cycle of misery, and a visit from my dogs from beyond the grave.  Spooky stuff.

Curt joins me in the newly renovated garage gym/recording studio and we cover a lot of ground in 40 mins.

For the record, we completed this episode before going out for trick or treating. I have several more candy additions to the no-fly list and some forgotten favorites to add to the conversation next time.

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In this episode, we are returning to Matt's first appearance on the show.  At this time I had reached out through social media and asked for someone who had used exercise as part of their treatment for PTSD.

I got nearly two hours, two episodes, a new family of friends, and one incredible story.

Matt's story of developing PTSD from being a combat Marine as well as several incidents as a firefighter is one that is highly personal to him, but can feel very familiar to the rest of us.

His journey through PTSD, hospitalization, recovery and ongoing progress toward wellness as a promoted officer is a must-hear.

Find Matt on social media @Spaidsc

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In this episode, one of the original guests on the podcast is back.  Matt Spaid was an early guest of the show and told his story of developing, enduring, treating, and living with PTSD in two of the most popular and incredible episodes in the show's history.

He is back and taking over.  Annette Zapp and I have turned over the reigns of Devote December to Matt and he graciously and enthusiastically accepted them.  He is motivated, has a plan, and Devote December is something we could all use this year.

We cover a lot of ground in this episode and it's just the tip of the iceberg for someone like Matt.  Please go check him out on IG @spaidSC then @DevoteDecember and the Project Resilience IG at @CSRTProjectResilience

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In this episode, I'm sitting down with my wife, Katie.  She is a mother of two maniacs and big fan of the show.  Well, mostly Kat Pope.

But we're covering some ground in this one.  We talk about compassion fatigue, babysitting, several of my other failed jobs as a teenager, PTSD, and how she has found that cutting me completely out of her life is the best way to make it operate smoothly.

I'd like to say that's an exaggeration but I guess you'll have to listen to the episode to find out.

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Talk to you soon.  Keep on working to be more capable and durable both on shift and away from it.  Be a 4th Shifter.

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In this episode, Curt and I sit down at his house to talk about some bad advice firefighters have gotten, while his dog throws sledgehammers in the background.

From lousy advice on stretching, icing injuries, workout frequency and structure, The Rock, Keto, and much more.  We covered some ground in this one and hope at least some of it strikes a chord with you.

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This episode looks at how Patrick and I prepared for the promotional process.  Before that, we talked about his chickens, my brother's dinosaur, and some winter accommodations that would be required.

Patrick and I were study buddies and some of the top scorers on the assessment center and written exam for the list we were promoted from.

If you're thinking of testing, have a listen and see how we approached it.  If you've tested and know the process, have fun commiserating with us.

Patrick also owns a side business called Half Thumb Customs where he makes any and all things from wood.  Check it out on IG and FB @halfthumbcustoms and get yourself an awesome piece.

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If you have a story or know someone that needs to tell theirs, go to the 4th Shift Fitness website and fill out the submission form.  Let's keep the talks going.

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Joe Galli is a 20 year veteran of the fire service with 16 of those years on the executive board and is rounding out his 6th year as Local 439 President.  Joe is making some serious moves in Illinois with the AFFI.  He has recently proposed, developed, and is acting as the chairperson for the AFFI Resiliency Committee.
 
 Joe brings an absolute wealth of knowledge on the labor front as well as several lifetimes of lived experience as a Marine, firefighter, husband, father, and friend.
 
 Joe will absolutely be a returning guest as we follow his process and success through the state level as he continues to positively contribute to the fire service.

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Molly Jones is a licensed social worker and behavioral health professional who works for Advanced Recovery Systems.  ARS is the partner company with the IAFF Center of Excellence.  So, long story short, Molly knows what firefighters are all about, and how to help.

She is presenting, Behavioral Health Awareness for Spouses and Relationship Reiliencey, at my department soon and I wanted to get her on to give some background on herself and what she teaches.

Please put her on your short list of people that can significantly and positively impact your fire department or organization.

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In this episode, I'm laying the tracks for the show's new format.  What started as a fitness-focused podcast (fitcast) has grown into a firefighter lifestyle forum.

Of course, the roots of the show will always be fitness and wellness.  But our profession isn't limited to that topic, so why should the conversations be?

Join me for this personal episode and get excited for some upcoming ones.  Tips for promotional candidates, sitting down with our union boss who is doing BIG things on the state level, chatting with mental health practitioners, and of course more talks with Katie and Curt.

Thank you for coming along on this ride and welcome to the new Tailboard Talks Firefighter Podcast.

 

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This week, we're taking the camper out.  So it felt like a fantastic time to bring back on of the best, and most listened to, episodes.

Scott Forbes is affectionately known as Dr Creatine and when you listen to the episode, you'll know why.

Creatine and firefighters go together like peanut butter and jelly.  Find out why and how you can start taking it in the episode.

Thank you for listening and please share it with someone you think it may help.

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