Best thethingsweallcarry Podcasts (2024)

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The Healing Power of Surf Therapy: Rob Garnett from One More Wave 58:10

1h ago58:10

58:10

Welcome back to The Things We All Carry podcast! In episode 122, join us for an inspiring conversation with Rob Garnett, the Managing Director of One More Wave and former Navy SEAL. This episode delves into Rob's personal journey—from his extensive military career to his impactful work in supporting disabled veterans through surf therapy. Learn abo…

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The Healing Potential of Ketamine: Part 2 with Alex from Emergency Resilience 41:00

4d ago41:00

41:00

In this episode of 'The Things We All Carry,' we continue our insightful conversation with Alex from Emergency Resilience. Join us as we delve into Alex's personal and professional experiences with ketamine, discussing its potential benefits for first responders, veterans, and active-duty military. We explore the importance of mental health, the us…

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"Rewiring the Mind: The Impact of Ketamine on PTSD" 41:15

19d ago41:15

41:15

Welcome to Episode 120 of "The Things We All Carry". This week we delve into a thought-provoking conversation with Alex, also known as Emergency Resilience on Instagram and TikTok. Alex brings a wealth of experience as a paramedic and continuing education coordinator, but our discussion goes beyond her professional roles. We explore her personal jo…

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Eric Part 2 - FL 47:31

2M ago47:31

47:31

Welcome to Episode 119 of "The Things We All Carry." Today marks the continuation of our conversation with Eric, a seasoned firefighter, former paramedic, and emerging standup comedian. As I mentioned last week, Eric's journey spans nearly 25 years in the firefighting profession, alongside 17 years of marriage and the joys of fatherhood to a teenag…

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Eric - FL 1:05:01

2M ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Welcome to Episode 118 of "The Things We All Carry." Today, I'm excited to introduce Eric from central Florida. With nearly 25 years in the firefighting profession, Eric's journey has been marked by dedication and resilience. A former paramedic, he's been married for 17 years and is a proud father to a teenage daughter. However, amidst the challeng…

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Jake - TX 1:47:30

3M ago1:47:30

1:47:30

Welcome to Episode 117 of "The Things We All Carry." This week, we have Jake from Houston joining us. Jake's journey began when he reached out to me on TikTok, and after a few attempts to connect, we decided to dive into his story blindly. As Jake shares his experiences, I'm learning about them in real-time, making this a unique and spontaneous con…

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John T - MA 1:36:46

3M ago1:36:46

1:36:46

Welcome to Episode 116 of "The Things We All Carry." Today, I'm joined by John Talin from Massachusetts. John, a Lieutenant and paramedic at Hyannis Fire, contacted me through Mike Nasti at the Tip of the Spear Leadership Podcast, and Mike couldn't have been more right in recommending him for the show. With 24 years in the fire service, John has a …

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Cody T - CO 1:50:50

3M ago1:50:50

1:50:50

Welcome to Episode 115 of "The Things We All Carry." Today, we're joined by Cody, who reached out to us through Stephen Sims from Episode 102 and 106. Cody's journey begins in Houston, where he served as a firefighter for five years at Station 55. Amidst the pressures of the job, including traumatic calls and systemic issues within the department, …

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Conscious Promises We All Carry 1:30:21

3M ago1:30:21

1:30:21

Welcome to Episode 114 of "The Things We All Carry." Today, we have a special episode featuring Joey from Conscious Movements and TJ from the Keep the Promise Podcast. Both Joey and TJ have previously shared their stories on the show, with Joey most recently in Episode 107 and TJ featured in several episodes since the beginning. This episode center…

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Kyler - UT 1:36:15

4M ago1:36:15

1:36:15

Welcome to Episode 113 of "The Things We All Carry." Today, we're joined by Kyler, an advanced EMT from central Utah with a unique and powerful story to share. Kyler's journey unfolds from his experiences within the Latter-Day Saints Church to the devastating loss of his mother to suicide at the age of 18. As a volunteer firefighter and EMT, Kyler …

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Dr Glenn Landry -Vancouver 2:14:02

4M ago2:14:02

2:14:02

Welcome to Episode 112 of "The Things We All Carry." This week, we are privileged to have Dr. Glenn Landry as our guest. Dr. Landry is a renowned sleep expert and authority on circadian rhythms, with over 30 years of experience in the field. Based out of Vancouver, Canada, Dr. Landry is the founder of Elite Sleep, a company dedicated to helping ind…

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Tara L - ND 1:32:19

4M ago1:32:19

1:32:19

Welcome to Episode 111 of "The Things We All Carry." Today, we have a deeply important conversation with Tara Lorens from North Dakota. Tara's story is one of immense courage and resilience in the face of tragedy. After the devastating loss of her husband, Doug, to suicide, Tara has been left grappling with financial uncertainty and legal complicat…

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Bryan, Mike, Tyler, Ian 1:55:55

4M ago1:55:55

1:55:55

Welcome to Episode 110 of "The Things We All Carry," where this week, Stack presents a special roundtable discussion featuring four former guests. Tyler from Wisconsin (Episode 37), Ian (Episode 39), Bryan (Episodes 55, 56, 57, and 58), and Mike (Episode 75), all from Virginia join together to delve deeper into their stories and experiences. In thi…

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Zach M - OH 1:28:59

4M ago1:28:59

1:28:59

In this Episode Zach, a military veteran and full-time firefighter from a small farm community in Ohio, opens up about his life and personal struggles. He speaks about the guilt he carries following a friend's suicide in 2014, traumatic incidents involving children he's witnessed as a paramedic matching in age to his own son, and the significant ps…

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Jason W - NH 1:32:31

5M ago1:32:31

1:32:31

Welcome to Episode 108 of "The Things We All Carry," where each episode offers a unique perspective on personal growth and transformation. In this installment, Stack sits down with Jason Warn, the owner-operator of Mindfulness Medic, a lifestyle, mindset, and wellness brand. Jason shares his inspiring journey of overcoming obstacles and transformin…

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Joey Conscious Movements FLA 1:46:37

5M ago1:46:37

1:46:37

Welcome to Episode 107 of "The Things We All Carry." In this insightful episode, we sit down with Joey, a former firefighter paramedic from Florida who spent 12 years serving in Panama City Beach. Joey shares his journey of grappling with PTSD and transitioning out of the fire service about two and a half years ago. This conversation delves into Jo…

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Travis - KS 1:47:37

5M ago1:47:37

1:47:37

Welcome to Episode 106 of "The Things We All Carry." Today, we're joined by Travis, a dedicated firefighter EMT from Johnson County, Kansas, whose journey is as inspiring as it is insightful. Travis shares candidly about his path to the fire service, from his tumultuous teenage years to his commitment to serving his community. With five years as a …

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Stephen Sims - A Talk About Neurodiversity 1:19:42

5M ago1:19:42

1:19:42

Welcome back to "The Things We All Carry," and brace yourselves for a surprise episode drop on an unexpected day. Today, I deviate from the usual schedule to present a conversation that stands out on its own merit. In this episode, I sit down with Steven Sims, a seasoned firefighter hailing from Houston, Texas. With over a decade of experience in t…

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Hospice Nurse Julie - CA 1:18:20

5M ago1:18:20

1:18:20

Welcome to Episode 104 of "The Things We All Carry," where we embark on a poignant exploration of hospice care, end-of-life transitions, and the invaluable guidance provided by our guest, Julie McFadden, famously known as Hospice Nurse Julie. In this deeply personal episode, the host reflects on a pivotal moment during his mother's end-of-life jour…

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Mark B - OH 1:47:47

6M ago1:47:47

1:47:47

Welcome to Episode 103 of "The Things We All Carry." In this installment, we delve into a personal journey intertwined with friendship, resilience, and the profound impact of life's experiences. The episode opens with a nostalgic reflection on camaraderie as the host recounts cherished memories of concert escapades with a close friend, Mark. Their …

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Stephen S - TX 1:52:15

6M ago1:52:15

1:52:15

Welcome to Episode 102 of "The Things We All Carry." In this installment, the host engages in a captivating conversation with Stephen Sims, a seasoned firefighter with a unique life story. Known as TXsickboy on Instagram or unklesims on Instagram, Stephen his journey through the fire service since 2007. Stephen currently serving as the ladder chauf…

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Destiny - On Being Resilient - Returns 1:16:07

6M ago1:16:07

1:16:07

Welcome to Episode 101 of "The Things We All Carry." Today, we're diving into a crucial aspect of our lives—one that many of us carry but often find challenging to explore. I'm thrilled to welcome back Destiny Morris, a licensed marriage and family therapist from California, specializing in the unique challenges faced by first responders, their spo…

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Ben Vernon - CA 2:20:40

6M ago2:20:40

2:20:40

Welcome to a milestone episode, folks! This is Episode 100 of "The Things We All Carry." Today, we have an incredibly special guest with us, none other than Ben Vernon, a Fire Captain hailing from the heart of San Diego. Ben's journey is nothing short of remarkable; he's devoted nearly two decades to the fire service, experiencing both the world of…

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Chris B - VA Leashes of Valor 49:10

6M ago49:10

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Episode 99 iwith Chris Bowers…Director of Programs withLeashes of Valor. Leashes of Valor is a non-profit in Fredericksburg, Virginia that trains service dogs for post-9/11 veterans. These highly trained dogs help veterans who have experienced PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, or Military Sexual Trauma. Chris joined the show to share his story and give…

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Diane C - MA Reissue 1:26:54

7M ago1:26:54

1:26:54

In the first episode of the new year, "The Things We All Carry" revisits an impactful conversation with Diane Cotter, a name that resonates strongly within the firefighting community. The host pays tribute to Diane's unwavering dedication and resilience in the face of adversity, as she fought for awareness and change after her husband's cancer diag…

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Marshall (Reissue) 1:11:26

7M ago1:11:26

1:11:26

In this episode of "The Things We All Carry," Stack reflects on the aftermath of Christmas and the emotions that come with it. Sharing personal experiences, Stackdiscusses the blend of anticipation and letdown that often accompanies the holiday season. Keeping the introduction short due to a recovering voice, Stack reintroduces Marshall, a newly pr…

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Tyler (WI) 1:11:56

7M ago1:11:56

1:11:56

This week's episode is from the vault. I'm re releasing episode 37. Tyler is from Wisconsin, he is a firefighter for 18 years and 12 of those he's been in EMS Tyler is currently a paramedic and a captain in his department. He has one of those stories where the personal is intertwined with the professional. He was married, he was divorced, and then …

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Bobby - NC 2:01:29

7M ago2:01:29

2:01:29

Bobby is out of Raleigh, North Carolina. He joined the fire service as a part of the junior program in 2008. He turned 18 and he was hired as a career firefighter. He is what you would call your prototypical black cloud. Any, as he said, any fucked up call in the department has happened when he's been on shift. He's had numerous traumatic calls. In…

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BiohackerBabes Lauren & Renee 2:05:45

8M ago2:05:45

2:05:45

Welcome to Episode 94 of The Things We All Carry. Today, I'm joined by sisters Lauren and Renee. Lauren and Renee are both nutrition and health coaches and they go by the term of biohackers. You can find them on Instagram under @biohackerbabes. They talk about biohacking, they talk about about health, nutrition, fitness, everything that you can thi…

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JordanH - NC 2:41:33

8M ago2:41:33

2:41:33

I want to welcome you to episode 93 of The Things We All Carry. It blows my mind that I said 93. I'm creeping up on 100 episodes, and I didn't know where this show was going to go But coming up on 100 episodes is fantastic in my mind. Jordan Hood started as a volunteer firefighter in 2002 in Pennsylvania in a very small volunteer company. He moved …

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The Angry VikingTherapist 1:57:43

8M ago1:57:43

1:57:43

Today, I have the pleasure of bringing to you a gentleman who goes by the name the Angry Viking Therapist. You can find him under Dr. Trevor Wilkins on Instagram. Dr. Trevor Wilkins is a licensed professional clinical counselor and he lives in Kentucky. He specializes in symptoms related to trauma, depression, anxiety, and post traumatic stress dis…

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Curtis - KY 1:57:48

8M ago1:57:48

1:57:48

Episode 91 Curtis reached out to me a while ago. He was in a bad spot and he wanted information. He wanted to know how he could get help if he was in a department that's not union and he wanted to get into the Center of Excellence. He didn't know how to do that and he and I went back and forth. He also went back and forth with the guys from Next Ru…

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AdamL - OH 1:37:24

9M ago1:37:24

1:37:24

Welcome to Episode 90 of The Things We All Carry. This week I sat down with Adam from Ohio. Adam's been in the fire service a little bit over 10 years. He's been active in the union and some of that has kind of come back and bit him in the ass a little bit. He'll tell his side of that story and you kind of figure out why. Adam's a father and a husb…

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Stack on Tip of the Spear Leadership 1:13:25

9M ago1:13:25

1:13:25

Welcome to Episode 89 of The Things We All Carry. This is a podcast I recorded with Mike Nasti of Tip of the Spear Leadership. He was gracious enough to let me use the recording as a standalone episode for The Things We All Carry. He reached out to me to talk about mental health and how it affects leadership, especially in the fire service. I think…

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Kevin E - Cali 1:55:10

9M ago1:55:10

1:55:10

This week I welcome Kevin Easley. Kevin is out of San Diego City. He's been he's been a firefighter for 30 plus years He's coming to the end of a career. I guess you could say an illustrious career, he's seen a lot of things. He's been through a number of traumatic events. He's had victories and he's had losses quite frankly.....and he has learned …

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Charlie Collins - VA 1:25:54

9M ago1:25:54

1:25:54

Today's guest is Charlie Collins. Charlie is a singer songwriter out of Northern Virginia who also happens to be a firefighter. He's a firefighter in Loudoun County. He picked up the guitar recently as a way to recover and as a piece of therapy, actually. And from there, between TikTok, YouTube, friends and co-workers, his stuff got out on the inte…

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Alex Potter - AK 1:53:02

9M ago1:53:02

1:53:02

This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Alex Potter. One of the first things Alex told me when we spoke was that she always knew hers would be a travel centered life. Travel along with living and working abroad changes and enlightens, anyone who chooses to do so. You can't help, but change a little, at least a little once you're exposed and i…

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Stephanie - Five After Midnight 1:12:01

10M ago1:12:01

1:12:01

"Well behaved women rarely make history" Marilyn Monroe, Eleanor Roosevelt, Anne Boleyn, even Princess Leia, you take your pick that line has been attributed to all four and more. Credit actually goes to Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, an American professor Stephanie White is trying her best to make some history. Attempting to change a culture requires you…

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Alex-NOVA 1:17:33

10M ago1:17:33

1:17:33

Soren Kierkegaard wrote "The greatest hazard of all, losing oneself, can occur very quietly in the world, as if it were nothing at all. No other loss can occur so quietly, any other loss, an arm, a leg, $5, a wife, et cetera, is sure to be noticed. " In our day-to-day lives it's very easy to lose ourselves and our sense of self. We are often the la…

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DavidA -PNW 2:31:24

10M ago2:31:24

2:31:24

David is a retired firefighter medic from the Pacific Northwest. He spent 28 years on the job between volunteer time and career. His story is one filled with trauma on the job to include numerous pediatric codes and death. Those traumas led him to anger, to drinking, to rehab, and eventually to recovery. Today David is retired and he's retrained as…

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Tattoo Tom - Stillbrave 1:31:27

10M ago1:31:27

1:31:27

Tom Mitchell is a hero. I don't throw that title around often or easily, but in this case, it's the truth. Better known as Tattoo Tom, Tom is a self-described and appropriately anointed aggressive and unapologetic activist for children with cancer and their families. From a personal tragedy was born a dogged determination to do basically anything a…

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The Painted Buffalo 1:17:40

11M ago1:17:40

1:17:40

Gandhi said that the "best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Jess Rambo is a creative force behind the Painted Buffalo. She's a Marine Corps veteran who has taken her artistic skill and passion and applied it to the veterans community. Her love of art and love for veterans meets in the middle to create opportunitie…

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Chad ”Burnt Out” 1:34:15

11M ago1:34:15

1:34:15

Dostoevsky wrote "You will burn and you will burn out. You'll be healed and come back again." Those words resonate with me. In some manner, small or large, we burn every day. Day-to-day life alone burns us and then we add traumas, work schedules, irregular sleep, poor diet, and numerous other stressors. I'm not sure if burnout is inevitable but in …

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Destiny Morris @on_being_resilient 55:10

11M ago55:10

55:10

Destiny Morris is a licensed marriage and family therapist from California. Her practice centers around first responders, spouses, and relationships. She is certified as a first responder counselor as well as being trained in the practice of EMDR and trauma informed. She works with individuals, couples and holds first responder partner groups. In t…

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Sara Thrash-TX 1:33:45

11M ago1:33:45

1:33:45

Welcome to Episode 78 of The Things We All Carry. Macklemore said..... "Music is therapy. Music moves people. It connects people in ways that no other medium can. It pulls heartstrings. It acts as medicine." Sarah Thrash is a Texan, a daughter, a sister, a fighter, and a survivor. Music is a passion and a therapy of sorts for her, whether playing p…

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Ryan A - DC 1:28:31

11M ago1:28:31

1:28:31

Ryan is a firefighter in Washington, DC. His experiences with work and life demonstrate a need for a global approach to mental health. We can't only worry about the calls we need to be in tune with all aspects of life for a firefighter. Knowing what trials and tribulations a firefighter's living through and dealing with allows us as peers and leade…

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CopShrink-CA 1:28:05

12M ago1:28:05

1:28:05

"My purpose in life is to alleviate suffering." That's the mission statement of this week's guest. Deana, also known as CopShrink on Instagram, is a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of California. Her focus is working with cops, firefighters and the spouses of both. In addition she responds to large-scale or significant incidents…

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Mike-VA 1:18:08

12M ago1:18:08

1:18:08

Mike is a 15 year career firefighter and has 17 years as a paramedic. He started his career at a young age as a volunteer. He's also a husband and a father of two young children. I was scrolling through Facebook one day when I happened upon a post from a firefighter in Central Virginia. He was asking for donations to raise money for the Center of E…

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Bonus Episode Pop-Up on Sleep 57:36

12M ago57:36

57:36

Some of y'all might recognize this week's guest from Episode 52, as I welcome back Brad from the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Brad is a third generation firefighter with 22 years of service. He first started as a volunteer and is now approaching 18 years with his career department. Brad reached out to my request for impromptu interviews and it intrig…

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Andy Pantelis IAFF District 4 VP-MD 1:27:07

12M ago1:27:07

1:27:07

This week offer up my conversation with Andy Pantelis. Andy is the District Four vice-president for the IAFF. For those of you who are non-fire related listeners the IAFF is the international association of firefighters. Andy he was elected to his position in 2016 and he represented the local affiliates at Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia…

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