Dear Chiefs Podcast

Dear Chiefs Podcast

Audra Carrion and Chelsi McFadden

Episodes 143
Avg. Duration 39m
Activity Dormant
Since Jul 2020
Latest Episode Apr 2025

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Two Fire Wives hosting no BS talk radio about being married to and supporting first responders. This podcast is no longer active.

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The Impact of Wildfire Smoke on Firefighter Families

Apr 14, 2025 17m

In this episode, Dr. Luke Montrose discusses his research on the reproductive health of firefighters, particularly focusing on the effects of occupational exposure to smoke. The conversation covers…

Creating Fairness and Reducing Resentment in First Responder Relationships with Dr. Morgan Cutlip

Apr 07, 2025 25m

In this episode, Dr. Morgan Cutlip joins us to discuss her new book, A Better Share, and dive into the realities of balancing relationships and the mental load, especially in first responder…

Tee It Up For Mental Health with Mike Kaufman

Mar 17, 2025 24m

Mental health in the fire service is a topic we’re passionate about, and today we’re joined by Mike Kaufman, firefighter, paramedic, and founder of Tee It Up for Mental Health. Mike shares his…

You Can't Hotshot Your Way Through Life: Understanding Interpersonal Relationships of Wildland Firefighters

Mar 10, 2025 59m

In this episode, we sit down with Kristen McCormick, a wildland firefighter and counselor, to explore the unique challenges of firefighting and its impact on relationships and mental health. Kristen…

Understanding Attachment Styles in First Responder Relationships

Mar 03, 2025 17m

In this conversation, Maggie Hernandez, an associate marriage and family therapist, discusses the significance of attachment styles in relationships, particularly for first responders. She explains…

Folds of Honor: Supporting First Responder Families

Feb 24, 2025 21m

In this episode, we sit down with Luke Sherman, Senior Vice President of Outreach for Folds of Honor, an organization dedicated to providing scholarships to families of fallen or disabled military…

Tidy Dad on Making Space for What Matters in First Responder Family Life

Feb 17, 2025 45m

In this conversation, Tyler Moore, known as Tidy Dad, shares insights on managing household chaos, especially for first responder families. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork in household…

ADHD is Not a Superpower: James Boomhower on Neurodiversity in EMS

Feb 10, 2025 30m

In this episode, we dive deep into neurodiversity among first responders, specifically focusing on ADHD. Our guest, James Boomhower, a Critical Care Transport Specialist Paramedic with extensive…

Yoga for First Responders: Tactical and Mental Health Benefits

Jan 09, 2025 37m Bonus

Start your year with a fresh focus on wellness! In this special episode, we’re joined by Olivia Mead, founder and CEO of Yoga For First Responders® (YFFR), a groundbreaking nonprofit that helps first…

Unsung Heroes: Inside 911 Dispatching

Dec 16, 2024 33m

As we wrap up our 2024 season, we’re ending on a high note—dispatchers. Often overlooked yet absolutely vital, dispatchers are the unseen first responders behind every emergency call. Joining us is…

The Sophisticated Jake: Identity and Recovery After the Firehouse

Dec 09, 2024 34m

In this episode, we sit down with Dwayne and Kristen Mann, the dynamic duo behind The Sophisticated Jake. After an on-duty injury and a PTSD diagnosis forced Dwayne to leave his 18-year career in the…

How First Responder Couples Can Improve Intimacy: Insights from Experts Vanessa + Xander

Dec 02, 2024 23m

Navigating intimacy and communication can be tough for first responder couples facing the demands of high-stress careers and unpredictable schedules. That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome Vanessa…

Exploring Wellness: Firewife Life, First Responder Health, and Supplements

Nov 18, 2024 16m

In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked topic of nutrition and wellness for first responders. Joined by special guest Chloe Schweinshaut, a registered dietitian nutritionist and founder of…

Simplifying the Holidays: Genius Mom Hacks for First Responder Families

Nov 11, 2024 23m

The holiday season can be stressful for anyone, but for first responder families, it can feel especially overwhelming. In this episode, we’re joined by Amy Motroni, founder of Genius Mom Hacks and…

Invisible Work & Unicorn Space for First Responder Families with Eve Rodsky

Nov 04, 2024 53m

In this episode, we welcome Eve Rodsky, author of the best-selling book Fair Play, to discuss the often-overlooked challenges of invisible labor in first responder households. Eve’s work introduces a…

First Responder Wife & Working Mom: Balancing Career, Family, and Fire Life

Oct 28, 2024 29m

In this episode, we chat with Jenna Partlow, a fire wife married to a fire captain at the El Segundo Fire Department, who’s also a managing director at a Big 4 public accounting firm. With nearly 20…

Overtime Guilt and Resentment: Why First Responders and Their Spouses Struggle with Saying No

Oct 21, 2024 36m

In this episode, we’re joined by James Boomhower of Stay Fit For Duty to unpack the emotional rollercoaster that comes with overtime in the first responder world. Why do first responders struggle to…

Navigating Crisis + Chaos for First Responders with Jeff Banman

Oct 14, 2024 41m

In this powerful episode, we reconnect with Jeff Banman, former firefighter, CIA counterterrorism operator, and author of When It All Goes to Hell: Notes on Crisis and Chaos. Jeff shares his deep…

Kristina Moon on Love, Loss, and The Billy Moon Foundation

Oct 07, 2024 17m

In this heartfelt episode, Audra and Chelsi welcome Kristina Moon, widow of FDNY firefighter William “Billy” Moon II, to share her powerful story. After tragically losing her husband in 2022 during a…

Firefighter, Mom, and Mentor: Fire Captain Andrea Binley on Balancing Career and Family

Oct 02, 2024 36m

In this inspiring episode Audra and Chelsi sit down with Fire Captain Andrea Binley, a trailblazing female firefighter who proves you can have it all—your career, dreams, and family. Starting her…

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Dear Chiefs Podcast has published 143 episodes since July 2020, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Mental Health.

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