Episode 24: The Salty Rookie - Nichole O'Donnell

Episode 26: Thin Line Believers - Adam Kowing

On this episode I had a great conversation with Adam Kowing, a law enforcement officer who may not wear the same uniform as me, but has a similar mission on his front line; Which is to encourage men to be bold in their faith and live out their God-given purpose. We talked about faith, mental health, and his calling in law enforcement. Much like us in the fire service, Adam's career in law enforcement is one of resilience, spiritual growth, and learning the importance of putting God first in every season of life.

Episode 25: Jamey Brice

In this episode, I invited my friend Jamie Bryce to share his powerful journey of faith, resilience, and hope after experiencing the devastating loss of his children in a house fire. Jamey's story not only hit close to home because of our friendship, but also as a great reminder for us, as firefighters, that there is much more to the story after we pack up our equipment and head back to the firehouse. His story highlights how faith and community support can transform tragedy into a testimony of God's grace.You can find more about his stories on the links below:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ipwi16j3-8Yhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I_Z7J2T9gzohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KKLVfPIh9Y

Episode 24: The Salty Rookie - Nichole O'Donnell

In this episode, Nicole O'Donnell shares her powerful story of overcoming childhood trauma, addiction, and mental health struggles to find purpose in the fire service. How her book, Diary of a Probie, aims to set a new standard for the next generation of firefighters and inspire others to walk by faith. She gives practical insights on fitness, mental health, leadership, and the significance of authenticity and vulnerability in the fire service.She shares behind-the-scenes of her journey to publishing her book and exciting FDIC plans.Don't forget to follow her social media with @TheSaltyRookieDon't forget to grab her book, Diary of a Probie: Turning Setbacks into Strengths

Episode 23: The Overhaul - Preston Lyons

In this episode, Preston Lyons talks about his journey to becoming a firefighter, the importance of putting family first, and how he found the love for the job by attending firefighter conferences. The conversation also delves into the challenges of maintaining balance in life and the evolution of the Overhaul podcast, emphasizing the need for continuous improvement and passion in the profession. https://www.youtube.com/@PrestonLyons-OVRHLCO https://www.instagram.com/overhaulcollective

Episode 22: The Dad Shift - Tanner Carroll

In this powerful episode, Tanner shares his raw and inspiring story of battling mental health struggles, the importance of faith-based resilience programs, and how God transformed his life through community, counseling, and the Mighty Oaks Foundation. His journey offers hope and encouragement for first responders, veterans, and anyone facing adversity.Mighty Oaks Program:https://www.mightyoaksprograms.org/The Dad Shift: https://www.youtube.com/@THE-DAD-SHIFT