Priority Wellness Podcast
Welcome to the Priority Wellness Podcast, a show dedicated to exploring the challenges and experiences of first responders and their mental health. This podcast is brought to you by Priority Wellness Campaign, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the mental health of those who put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities.
Co-hosted by Kollin Hardy and Pat O'Connell.
Episodes
9 episodes
Beyond the Call: DanSun's Journey Through Trauma and Resilience
In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Sundahl, a retired firefighter, advanced care paramedic, and acclaimed artist whose work captures the raw, emotional reality of first responders. From his global experiences to founding The Recovery and ...
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42:29
The Power of Peer Support
Kollin sits down with the Executive Director of Priority Wellness Campaign, Michael Briggs, to discuss the flagship Peer Program. Additionally, Tuesday is Giving Tuesday. Please consider donating to Priority Wellness Campaign to keep the peer s...
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14:31
A Year In Review
Pat is back! Kollin and Pat sit down to talk about the last year of PWC. Listen in to see what you've missed and stay tuned for more!
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29:42
Let's Talk About Burnout with Jackie Slate
Kollin and guest host, Michael Briggs, sit down with Jackie Slate to discuss what it is like from the point of view of a family member that has experienced burnout and her journey into discovering a passion for EMS herself.
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24:58
Chat with the Executive Director, Michael Briggs
Kollin and guest host Ryan McIntosh sit down with Michael Briggs, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Priority Wellness Campaign. They discuss the beginnings of PWC and the successes of the organization thus far. You don't want to miss it!
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45:00
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly with Julia Halteman
Kollin and Pat sit down with PWC Charter Board Member and 15 year EMT, Julia Halteman for a very raw discussion about the good, the bad, and the ugly of EMS and personal mental health struggles. You don't want to miss this one...
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49:30
Mental Health Awareness with Ryan McIntosh
Co-hosts Kollin Hardy and Pat O'Connell sit down with Priority Wellness Campaign Deputy Director, Ryan McIntosh. They discuss his transition to his new career, his own challenges with mental health, and Mental Health Awareness Month.
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