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On this episode we have my good friend, my BroBoo, Jon. Social media influencer and host of the podcast TheReallyGoodShow, Jon and I dive into the journey of becoming podcast hosts, influencers, and mental health advocates.
Jon shares with us a time of his life that lead him into the path that he is currently following. Overcoming the sometimes shit hand life deals us, Jon has become a mentor, a guide, better yet, he has become a sign of hope for those looking for that push to become better.
So lets give Jon a warm welcome to The WhatMakesUsFire Family.

*This is dual podcast, if you would like to listen to the show via his platform. Please find The Really Good Show on all your podcast hosting sites.* 

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WhatMakesUsFire Family,
In this episode of the podcast we have Mr. Brendt, better know as The_Fireman_Freddy (Freddy for short). A Firefighter in the state of Michigan, Freddy shares his story and outlooks on his life as a Firefighter. Him and I dive into his background, thoughts about the job, and a bit into how he manages his mental health. 
Freddy (as his close friends call him), also gives us his story on how he became know as The_Fireman_Freddy. A Firefighter sharing simple recipes he cooks at the station for his crew, and sometimes at home for his family. 
WhatMakesUsFire Family please give a warm welcome to Mr. The_Fireman_Freddy!!! 

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In this episode I have the pleasure of having our very first ACTIVE duty police officer on the show. His name is Allen Crisp, better known as Officer Krispy to those that follow him on social media.
Allen is a police officer, working as such, for now almost 20+ years. Him and I dive into how he found himself becoming a police officer and what has kept him in the career. He gives us a look into what it is like to be in the profession, with everything going on in the world today, and how he has managed to continue to do the job to the best of his abilities.
Aleen and I also dive into the mental health aspects of the job for him. What it is that he has found that allows him to destress, and when he realized that his mental health was something that needed to be taken care of.
We bust each others balls a bit, but also share stories of how the working relationship between PD and FD are just as strong as the brother and sisterhood within our perspective jobs.
Please help me welcome Mr. Officer Krispy to WhatMakesUsFire! 

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WhatMakesUsFire Family, 
In this episode of the podcast we have one bad ass woman. Her name is Sarah, also known under the tag Odin_Is_Watching on TicTok. 
I have Sarah on the show because she is the daughter of a former police officer and sister to a Marine veteran. Her past is not one full of excitement, as she would say. However, it has helped shape her into the amazing individual she is today. 
Sarah has created a way to fight for those that need help in the fight. She is standing up to bullies, and predators for those that don't have a path or direction in solving the problem. Creating a movement called #OperationShieldWall, she is helping survivors of bullying, and victims of predators by creating an avenue for them to use to fight back.
WhatMakesUsFire Family please help me welcome Sarah, One of Odin's Ravens.

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In this episode of the podcast we have an extremely brave soul sharing his story with us.

His name is Mike, better known as brokenmikefd111 on TicTok. Here he shares his story of his battle with depression, suicidal ideation, and a list of physical ailments that has, until recently, started to beat him.

Mike is sharing his journey into mental clarity with anyone willing to listen, in hopes that his story inspires others to start on their own path. Mike is showing that being broken does not define your strength, or your character, but only tests it.

Fair warning, this episode contains some pretty heavy issues and experiences that may trigger some people. Prepare yourself, and know that these stories need to be told. We need to stop the stigma, and Mike is doing just that.

WhatMakesUsFire Family please help me welcome Mike. 

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WhatMakesUsFire Family,

In this episode of the podcast, we have Mr. Brett Snow. A Minister in faith and an educated man in mental health science. Not to mention, Brett is also a retired Firefighter, having served for 20 plus years.

Brett and I talk extensively about how he found faith when he needed it the most in his life, and how it helped him on the path of mental clarity. He is an educated man with a B.A. in Mental Health sciences and a Ph.D. in Ministry. Which is interesting, as it is somewhat uncommon to find someone who can tie faith and science together to share their ideas.

Brett is a man that is trying to help those in the Fire Service by conducting studies on the correlation between faith and mental health issues. Along with advocating for more resources for his fellow brothers and sisters in the service to find help.

I hope you enjoy his story as much as I did. WhatMakesUsFire please welcome Mr. Brett Snow.

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In this episode we have a Zach Lopez. A Fireman's son who decided to follow in his father's footsteps.

However; his journey in deciding to do so is not your typical story of a son wanting to be what his dad was. Zach has a real interesting story on how he became to fall in love with the Fire service and being a Firefighter.

Zach and I cover a lot of Fire forward information. We share our ideas and thoughts on the Fire service from all aspects. Volly, combined, career, and even industrial firefighting are all covered in this episode.

We even dive a bit into how the Fire service is changing, for better, and in our opinion, for worse.

Please excuse some of the audio as I am still learning to record both myself and the guest at the same volume.

WhatMakesUsFire Family, please welcome Mr. Zach Lopez

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In this episode of the podcast we have Mr. Cameron, better known as the @dirtvoyeur on Instagram.

Cameron is an artist, musician, and comedian that makes a difference in my life with his creativity and mind.

The art he creates is something that helps bring me back to reality. In that, what he creates allows me to remember that appreciating art and what is created is part of what makes me human. What makes us human.

Cameron and I dive into a bunch of different subjects, one of which is the idea of sharing what we create with people, and what that means to us. 

Fair warning, the ending of the show is a bit different as Cameron and I recorded a dual show.... Oh did I mention he also has a podcast of his own, Junk_Head Pod.

WhatMakesUsFire please welcome The Junk Head Artist, Cameron. 

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WhatMakesUsFire Family,

In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with a pretty famous Firefighter from TicTok. His name is Nick Hammond, (better known as fireman1231 on TicTok), and he has created one hell of a following. Using the social media app, he is giving people a behind the scenes look into the life of a Fireman. Nick's videos give people information on what it is like for us on the line as Firefighters. 

He also has a passion for cooking, and you better believe he is THE station cook when he is on shift. Some of his videos even show him creating the meals he prepares for his fellow brothers and sisters on shift.

Nick and I discuss a wide variety of topics I know you all will enjoy. 

WhatMakesUsFireFamily Please Welcome Mr. Nick Hammond.

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WhatMakesUsFire Family, 

In this Episode we have a guest from across the world join us! 

His name is Benji. A Firefighter from beautiful South Australia.  We shoot the shit, and tend not to stay on any one topic, but that is what makes this episode so fun.

Benji and I dive into a few differences about firefighting from our home countries, and what its like looking from the outside in. He talks to us about being a young man in the fire service and what his future goals look like, and how he plans to make them happen.

You know, its funny how so different we are and where we come from. Yet, at the same time we talk like we have been friends for years. That's what its like tho in the fire service. We ARE family, no matter where we hang our bunker gear at the end of a shift.

WhatMakesUsFire Family Please Welcome The Firefighter From Down Under, Benji! 

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