On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim brings on Charleston FD BC Dr. David Griffin to discuss his journey from PTSD to Post Traumatic Growth following the Super Sofa Factory that killed 9 of his fellow firefighters.

More information on Dr. Griffin can be found at: http://www.drdavidgriffin.com

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On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim flips the script and interviews “Behind The Shield” Podcaster James Geering. James shares his journey from growing up on a farm in England and making his way to the US. James also discusses becoming a FF in the US and the inspiration behind creating his own successful podcast. His podcasts are centered around the Health & Wellness of our Military and First Responders.

Please check out James’ podcast Behind the Shield at: http://www.jamesgeering.com/podcast-1 or your podcast apps.

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On this Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with Captain Scott Ross who is the Peer Coordinator for the Los Angeles County FD. Scott is also an IAFF Peer Support Trainer and has been deployed on a multitude of significant tragedies throughout the country through the IAFF.

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On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim continues his discussion with San Diego Firefighter Ben Vernon. This episode brings Dr. Mark Foreman into the recording and explains the role he played assisting Ben with his mental injuries that would allow him to get back to the job and live life again. More information from Ben can be found at: http://benvernon.com More information regarding Dr. Foreman can be found at: http://mapsti.com

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On this Bonus Episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim brings in some former guests for a panel discussion on how First Responders can mentally & physically get through the COVID-19 pandemic. Special Guests include:

Ret. Broward County Deputy Chief Todd LeDuc. Todd is now the Chief Strategy Officer for Life Scan Wellness: http://lifescanwellness.com

Dr. Donnie Hutchinson is an author, speaker, and Professor that focuses on Work-Life Balance. https://www.donniehutchinson.com

Dr. Mark Foreman is a Retired San Diego Police Officer turned Clinician. Mark is the Co-Founder of Mindful Awareness in Public Safety Training Institute (MAPSTi). http://mapsti.com

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On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion with San Diego Firefighter Ben Vernon. Ben describes being stabbed while on an EMS run and the physical and mental injuries that resulted. More information from Ben can be found at: http://benvernon.com

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On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion regarding behavioral health with FF/PM Dane Fienning and his wife Alison who is a Mental Health Clinician. Dane & Alison have put together a program to help firefighters and their spouses with some of the behavioral issues that come with the police/fire occupation. More info can be found at: https://pinpointbhs.com

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On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion regarding Firefighter Health & Wellness that concentrates on fitness, nutrition, wellness exams and healthy sleep habits with Captain Dena Ali.

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On this episode of “The 25 Live”, Jim has a discussion regarding bullying, Suicide, & Peer Support with Raleigh North Carolina Captain Dena Ali.

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On this Episode of “The 25 Live” Jim has a discussion with Toledo Fire Battalion Chief Matt Brixey regarding setting up rookies firefighters for success throughout their career and beyond through teaching them cancer awareness and prevention in their drill school.

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