Responder Resilience Podcast

11/22/2025

[Life After the Sirens Stop: Redefining Worth Beyond the Badge] When that day comes, whether by retirement, injury, burnout, or just a well-deserved career pivot, it raises a very real, very personal question: “Who am I without the uniform?”

Prepare today for how life after public safety will look: You are more than your badge.

11/21/2025

[Supporting First Responders Working During the Holidays] For most families, the holidays are a time to slow down, celebrate, and be with the people we love. But for thousands of first responders, this time of year looks very different.

Explore meaningful ways we can support first responders who serve while the rest of the world celebrates during the holidays. Learn more

11/20/2025

🎙️ Join us as we dive into meaningful conversations with Erin Nugent. Tune in for insights that could transform relationships within first responder families! 🎧

Catch it on YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn and audio podcasts!
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11/20/2025

Thanks to Tonya Herbert of Responder Wipes for sharing her insights and expertise on gearing up for life with essential decon tactics on Igniting the Shift Within. Our discussion extends beyond merely wearing and washing gear; it involves understanding its limitations and implementing actionable measures to mitigate associated risks. Tune in and equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to combat occupational exposures head-on.

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11/20/2025

[How to process challenging calls: Dr. Derrick Edwards shares the key step] The firefighter-counselor explains the problem with avoidant coping and how to help your brain finally deal with the ‘leftover stuff’.

The firefighter-counselor explains the problem with avoidant coping and how to help your brain finally deal with the ‘leftover stuff’

11/19/2025

🌟 Premieres tonight on the Responder Resilience podcast, here's an enlightening clip from Erin Nugent as she shares her transformative journey of healing—explaining how she discovered the weight she had been carrying without even realizing it.

Join us for this inspiring conversation on YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, and audio podcasts! on YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn and audio podcasts! Go to ResponderTV.com for more info. 🎧💬

11/18/2025

👁️‍🗨️ Premiere Weds. 11/19 at 7 pm ET—⫸ Replay anytime after

In this episode of Responder Resilience, we sit down with Erin Nugent, a former police officer turned First Responder Wellness Coach. Erin shares her journey from frontline service to civilian life, discussing the personal challenges she faced and the strategies that have worked for her.

We also explore Erin’s experiences as a firefighter’s spouse and how that relationship shapes her support approach during the ups and downs of active duty. Learn how she manages the reentry phase when her partner returns from a shift and discover practical tips for discussing mental health with loved ones.

We also discuss the differences between coaching, peer support, and clinical therapy, highlighting how these roles intersect. Join us for a heartfelt discussion that champions healing and resilience within the first responder community.

Now available! Helping the Helpers: the book that equips you to support those on the frontlines. https://a.co/d/dm0VS4Q

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Our website with past episodes and more: https://www.respondertv.com/

11/17/2025

They’re trained to save lives—
but never taught how to ask for help.
Your knowledge + cultural humility = real impact.

Whether you're a therapist, peer team lead, agency leader, chaplain, or family member, this book helps you understand what first responders are navigating—and how to walk beside them with skill, compassion, and respect.

Be the resource they can count on.
Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/47eUlJI

11/15/2025

[The Things We Carry In] Every first responder can benefit from a program centered around preventative mental wellness.

Firefighters often face Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), which can impact their mental health. Many report high ACEs scores, correlating with PTSD, depression, and anxiety.

11/14/2025

[Developing an effective care plan for first responders’ mental wellness] There are three common elements that can drive the best outcomes.

There are three common elements that can drive the best outcomes

11/14/2025

Behind every badge, every turnout coat, every uniform, there’s a human being carrying unseen stories. In this new After the Tones Drop episode 131, I open up about my experience as a firefighter, a cancer survivor, and someone who’s learned firsthand how trauma can shape (and most importantly), reshape our lives.

Healing doesn’t happen by pushing it down. It happens when we begin to look inward, find
presence, and reconnect with who we are beneath the role. If you’re moving through something hard, I hope this episode reminds you: the same strength that brought you through the fire can help you heal from it.

🎧 Listen now: Episode 131

💻 Blog: https://www.afterthetonesdrop.co/blog/reframing-the-fire-lessons-in-healing-mindfulness-and-post-traumatic-growth/

11/13/2025

[Safeguard the Wellness of the Family Unit] One of the greatest challenges First Responders face is keeping their families whole and healthy throughout their career.
https://www.firstresponder-wellness.com/safeguard-the-wellness-of-the-family-unit/