First Responders' Bridge: The Podcast

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Ep. #38 - "Prison Prodigy" with Kyle Overmyer

Kyle Overmyer is a father, husband, and former Sheriff of Sandusky county, OH. He will be discussing overcoming addiction and crime to get to the successful place he is in today.  To donate to First Responders Bridge, or for more information, go to https://firstrespondersbridge.org/ [https://firstrespondersbridge.org/]

Ep. #37 - "Taking the Cape Off (Part 2)" with Patrick Kenny

In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Patrick J. Kenny, a seasoned veteran with over 38 years in the fire service. Patrick, who retired in January 2021 after serving as Fire Chief in Hinsdale and Western Springs, Illinois for 25 years, brings a wealth of experience and insights. Beyond his distinguished career, Patrick is also an international best-selling author, known for his impactful book "TAKING THE CAPE OFF: How to Lead Through Mental Illness, Unimaginable Grief and Loss." Join us as we delve into Patrick's journey, exploring leadership in the face of mental health challenges and profound loss. To donate to First Responders Bridge, or for more information, go to https://firstrespondersbridge.org/ [https://firstrespondersbridge.org/]

Ep. #36 - "Taking the Cape Off (Part 1)" with Patrick Kenny

In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Patrick J. Kenny, a seasoned veteran with over 38 years in the fire service. Patrick, who retired in January 2021 after serving as Fire Chief in Hinsdale and Western Springs, Illinois for 25 years, brings a wealth of experience and insights. Beyond his distinguished career, Patrick is also an international best-selling author, known for his impactful book "TAKING THE CAPE OFF: How to Lead Through Mental Illness, Unimaginable Grief and Loss." Join us as we delve into Patrick's journey, exploring leadership in the face of mental health challenges and profound loss. To donate to First Responders Bridge, or for more information, go to https://firstrespondersbridge.org/ [https://firstrespondersbridge.org/]

Ep. #35 - "Dealing with First Responder Trauma" with Amy Bock

Amy Bock, the proprietor of Resilience Counseling and Consultation in Westerville, Ohio, has been delivering trauma-informed counseling services since obtaining her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Counseling from THE Ohio State University in 2013. Amy is a certified first responder counselor, focusing her expertise on assisting first responders and their families. To donate to First Responders Bridge, or for more information, go to https://firstrespondersbridge.org/ [https://firstrespondersbridge.org/]