Bringing the greatest minds in mental and physical wellness to the men and women who serve our communities.
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Welcome to About My Dad hosted by Janine Pezarro, the podcast that dives deep into the raw, untold stories of men’s relationships with their fathers—or the absence of one. These are the conversations you’ve never heard before: stories of heartbreak, resilience, and redemption. Whether your father was distant, absent, or your greatest guide, this space unravels the complexities of fatherhood and how it shapes the men we become. From confronting unresolved pain to celebrating profound connecti ...
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Chris Cameron (Law Enforcement Aviation, Rescue Swimming and Swimming with Sharks) - Episode 1099
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1:42:07Chris Cameron is an airplane and helicopter law enforcement pilot, rescue swimmer, wildlife guide, and adventure enthusiast who specializes in apex predator interactions (sharks, whales, alligators). Chris is a native Floridian and attended Mississippi State University where he played football in the South Eastern Conference before beginning his pr…
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Mike Clelland III (Cancer Presumption, Workman's Comp Claims and First Responder Health) - Episode 1098
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1:23:42Mike was a firefighter in Central Florida for 26 years with Longwood, I.A.F.F. Local 3163. He entered the fire service directly out of high school and became an active member of his union, taking the lead in contract negotiations and labor disputes. He entered management as Battalion Chief in 2002 and retired in 2007 at this rank. With this unique …
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Michelle Harris (Pediatric Nursing, Infant Mortality and the Nation's Health) - Episode 1097
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2:04:23Michelle is a 36-year veteran of the nursing profession, having split her years equally between pediatric and neonatal intensive care. She’s held various roles including bedside nurse, charge nurse, and developmental/lactation nurse. She is certified in neonatal intensive care. After retiring in 2022, Michelle had difficulty letting go of her nurse…
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Billy Moore (Surviving the 'Bangkok Hilton' Thai Prison, Overcoming Addiction and Boxing) - Episode 181
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1:33:56BILLY MOORE was born in Liverpool in 1973. He had a difficult upbringing and struggled with addiction. In 2005, wishing to make a fresh start, Billy relocated to Thailand and entered a period of sobriety. However, he eventually relapsed and was arrested and charged by Thai police and sent to Klong Prem prison, the infamous 'Bangkok Hilton'. Billy w…
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Sam Eaton and Richard Andrews (How we can help a brother firefighter that is truly in need) - Episode 1096
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1:04:28In 2018, retired firefighter Tom “Bull” Hill walked from Key West to Tallahassee, more than 700 miles over 50 days, with one goal: to force the State of Florida to recognize the deadly toll occupational cancer takes on firefighters.He didn’t just talk about the problem. He put his feet on the pavement and carried the names and memories of fallen br…
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Greg Rudiger (First Responder Marriage, Breathwork and Mental Health) - Episode 1095
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2:18:00Greg Rudiger, brings a wealth of experience to the table, with a background in fire service training spanning over 25 years. As a firefighter and Captain of Health, Wellness, and Safety, he has firsthand knowledge of high-stress environments and the importance of resiliency. Greg was diagnosed with PTSD in 2018 and has battled suicidal ideations, a…
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Kyle Foyle (Mentorship through Ocean Lifeguarding, Surfing and Jiujitsu) - Episode 1094
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1:37:26Kyle Foyle is a former Professional Surfer, Captain of the famed North Shore Lifeguards and competitive jiujitsu pactitioner. We discuss his journey into surfing, mentorship through ocean lifeguarding, mixed martial arts, the importance of fitness standards, the aging athlete, Foundation Training and so much more.…
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Ben Patrick (How the Knees Over Toes Program is Saving Careers and Maximizing Performance) - Episode 581
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1:28:39Skilled but generally the most un-athletic player on the high school and college basketball court, Ben Patrick didn’t need knee pain and injuries to stack the competitive odds further against him - but that’s what he got. Instead of launching a career in pro basketball, Ben endured knee surgeries, pain medication addiction and serious depression. R…
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Brian Sizemore and Jared Murphey (Losing a Law Enforcement Son to Suicide and Honouring his Legacy) - Episode 1093
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1:24:45Brian Sizemore lost his Law Enforcement son Lucas to suicide in 2024. In his early career, Lucas had worked with Homeland Security Special Agent Jared. It was Lucas' death that brought these two men together through the creation of The Lucas Foundation and the 'Bring them Home Relay'. We discuss Lucas' early life, his journey into law enforcement, …
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Dr Peter Antevy (Whole Blood in EMS, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy and Pediatrics) - Episode 1092
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1:52:16Dr. Peter Antevy, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Handtevy, stands as a visionary force in healthcare. His innovative development of the Handtevy System has propelled the company to the forefront of emergency medical care. Dr. Antevy’s profound educational journey commenced at the University of Miami School of Medicine, where he attained hi…
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Marc Maikoski (Firefighter Fitness, Yoga and Creating a Mental Health Toolbox) - Episode 1091
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2:24:43Marc is a 25 year veteran of the fire service and serves at the rank of Captain for a Georgia Fire Department as well as working as a paramedic for the last 28 years. Marc is a certified instructor with Yoga For First Responders and an instructor with the Tactical Resiliency Training cadre. He’s also a tremendous advocate for first responder mental…
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Bas Rutten (Overcoming Bullying, Breath Training and Mixed Martial Arts) - Episode 184
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1:47:46Bas Rutten is a Dutch MMA legend also known as a coach, actor, commentator and innovator. We discuss bullying, Bruce Lee, his MMA career, overcoming extreme injury, his O2 Trainer and much more. Bas Rutten is a retired Dutch mixed martial artist and kickboxer. He was the UFC Heavyweight Champion, a three time King of Pancrase world champion, and fi…
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John Reynolds (Movie Stunts, Life as a Bouncer and Masculinity) - Episode 1090
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2:05:29John Reynolds is a Hollywood stuntman, bouncer and life strategist. We discuss his early life in New Zealand, moving to Australia, bodybuilding, violence de-escalation, his journey into the stunt industry, Japan, working with Captain Dale Dye, masculinity, etherial beings and so much more. https://www.instagram.com/johnwarrioroflight72/…
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Justin Davis (Strength and Conditioning, Military Fitness and Programming) - Episode 1089
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2:09:45Justin Davis is Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Operational Support Team, Langley AFB, VA. We discuss his journey into coaching, training the tactical athlete, the impact of the obesity crisis on military recruitment, minimal effective dose, fitness standards, TeamBuildr and so much more. Coach Justin Davis was born and raised in York Count…
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John Brunacini (Managing a Fire Company, Firefighter Fitness and Forging Mental Health) - Episode 1088
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2:20:14John Brunacini retired as a Fire Captain from the Phoenix Fire Dept Oct. 2006, where he served 26 years in the positions of Firefighter, Engineer and his last 14 years as a Captain. As a Captain on the department he developed and managed the Phoenix Fire Network, he worked in the field as the Company Officer on Ladder 11 B-shift for 10 years, and h…
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Will Chesney (Hunting Bin Ladin, Navy SEAL Dogs and Healing) - Episode 352
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1:36:07Will Chesney is a Navy SEAL, author and the handler of elite warrior dog, Cairo. We discuss his journey into the military, fighting an unseen enemy, chasing excellence, becoming a dog handler, Cairo's near fatal heroism, the Osama Bin Laden raid, PTSD, TBIs, canine therapy and so much more. Two dozen Navy SEALs descended on Osama bin Laden’s compou…
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Erik Usher (Flight Nursing, Cadaver Labs and First Responder Family Health) - Episode 1087
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1:57:38Erik Usher has nearly 30 years of widespread clinical trauma experience and currently serves as a rotor-wing flight nurse/paramedic for Bayflite in Tampa, FL. Erik began his trauma career in 1988 in Connecticut working for a busy hospital-based EMS agency. While continuing to work EMS, Erik obtained his nursing degree at St. Francis Hospital School…
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Betsy Thibaut Stephenson (Losing a Son to Suicide, Ethical Public Relations and Grief) - Episode 1086
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2:16:01Betsy Thibaut Stephenson lost her son Charlie to suicide in 2022. We discuss her work in communications, ethics in public relations, losing her son, her grief journey, writing Blackbird and so much more. Blackbird: A Mother’s Reflections on Grief, Loss, and Life After Suicide, by Betsy Thibaut Stephenson, is a concise and brutally honest memoir abo…
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Jeff Morefield (Policing, Tornadoes and Navigating Transition from the First Responder Careers) - Episode 1085
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1:55:24Jeff Morefield is 26 year law enforcement veteran and the man behind The On Call Project. We discuss his journey into policing, tornadoes, military service, dive rescue, transitioning out of the first responder professions and so much more. Jeff grew up as an Air Force brat where he graduated high school in Rammstein, Germany. He then attended the …
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Paul De Gelder (Shark Attacks, Adaptive Athletes and Veganism) - Episode 417
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1:56:30Paul De Gelder is and Australian Army veteran, former Navy bomb disposal diver, shark attack survivor and television personality. We discuss bullying, martial arts, rapping, his journey through the military, making peace with death, the adaptive athlete community, plant based diets and much more. Paul de Gelder chased adventure wherever he could fi…
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Paul Conway (Firefighter Mental Health, Entrepreneurship and Courageous Leadership) - Episode 1084
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2:11:14Paul Conway is a third-generation firefighter having served 31 years in the field, retiring as the Chief of Operations for Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 2012. During his time as Chief, he worked in conjunction with federal, state and local agencies in the Southwest Threat Analysis Center. Chief Conway also partnered with other local fire departments in d…
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Jim Reading (Royal Marines, Tier 1 Coaching and The Obesity Crisis) - Episode 1083
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1:15:24"I began my journey in the fitness industry over 15 years ago as a personal trainer. From walking the gym floor to earning a degree in Sports Science, I ultimately joined the Royal Marines. There, I specialised as a Royal Marines Physical Training and Exercise Rehabilitation Instructor. After nearly a decade in the Marines, it has become my mission…
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Anthony Longo (Combat Medicine, Working Dogs and Canine Therapy) - Episiode 1082
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1:43:11Anthony Longo is a U.S. Marine Corps Combat Veteran who served multiple deployments in Fallujah, Iraq, as an Infantry Communication Specialist. After his military service, he pursued a career in Fire Rescue, earning a degree in Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and certification as a Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP). His dedication to protecti…
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Dr Michael Greger (Plant Based Diets, Reversing Disease and Immunity) - Episode 227
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30:12Dr Michael Greger is a physician, author and internationally recognized nutrition expert. We discuss the causes of chronic disease, plant based diet, carcinogens, disease reversal and much more. Michael Greger, M.D. FACLM is a physician, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized professional speaker on a number of important …
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Jeff and Kathryn Nichols (COVID, Cowardice in Leadership and Training the Tactical Athlete) - Episode 1081
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2:32:22Jeff Nichols has been a strength coach for over 20 years working with athletes of all ages in amateur and professional athletics. Jeff is certified through the NSCA as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Facilitator both with distinction. Jeff began his career as a graduate assistant at Troy University under Richard Schaughnessy CS…
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