Medic2medic Podcast

The most listened to Medic2Medic Podcast. Today also was the last episode of the series of Emergency! to air on NBC.

Episode 270: Medic2Medic Podcast says goodbye with this episode. It has been my honor and pleasure to bring this podcast to you over the past 7.5 years. I was also honored that in the first 2 years of being in the top 10 of EMS podcasts selected by EMS1. There are not enough thanks to you, the listeners, and especially to my guests who shared their stories. The podcast will live within EMS National Museum as well as Voices of EMS very soon.This episode has Eric Chase from EMS Improv guest host as talks to me. Here is your chance to hear my story. Enjoy the final episode of Medic2Medic and thank you.

Voices of EMS #15 This is the final of the series before the Medic2Medic Podcast finale. The series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with Jeff Dill and Jon McCarthy. The stories go from surreal to oddly unique. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story. Note: I want to thank all my guests who have made VOEMS possible. Steve

Voices of EMS #14. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with a Pennsylvania connection. Steve Wirth and Ev Binns join the series and provide stories that will enlighten and humble you. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story. 

Voices of EMS #13. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with Dave Lindell and Lloyd Parker. Both of the guests have over 100 years of EMS experience. You will hear 2 stories that will put a smile on your face as well as a lesson. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #12. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with Todd Stout and Jon Washko. You will hear how all three of us intertwine in this crazy world of EMS. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #11. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with a visit to my former EMS service Medical Rescue Team South Authority. David Terkel and Doug Widmer share their stories about the impact of a patient and what it feels like to receive a big envelope in the mail. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #10. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with Valerie Bestland and Avi Golden. Valerie tells us a few stories that you will enjoy and learn. Valerie talks a little bit about the organization that she founded. Avi rejoins me and talks about his stroke and how his aphasia takes him all over the world to educate the medical community. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #9. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with Jon Politis. Jon provides 2 stories that provide valuable lessons and advice. With over 50 years of public safety service as a firefighter, EMT, paramedic, chief, leader, and educator, take a few minutes and listen to Jon's stories. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #8. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with EMS legends AJ Heightman and Walt Stoy. Both have long roots and history in the world of EMS. It is another episode that you don't want to miss. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #7. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with Kris Kaull and Jonathon Feit. Both are leaders and innovators in EMS and technology. Listen as they provide sound advice in their stories. Kris mentions his TED Talk you may want to listen to (https://youtu.be/PnXpj2hsyaE). VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #6. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with the City of Pittsburgh edition. Doug Garretson and Mike Yee, both had an impact on my journey. This is Doug's first appearance but he tells an emotional story that you need to hear. Mike again provides wisdom and knowledge. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #5. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with two extraordinary medics and their stories. Eric Chase and Mike Taigman tell stories of compassion and about patients that have impacted both seasoned medics. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #4 The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with two legends in EMS. Marvin Wayne and Peter Antevy join me to tell one more story, which I know you will enjoy. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story.

Voices of EMS #3. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with Cary Area EMS Part 2. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story. I spent 19 years as the Chief of Cary Area EMS. I was lucky to reconnect with 5 family members for VOEMS, and here are 2 stories from Christian Heinrich, and Mike Prevatte.

Voices of EMS #2. The limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS) continues this week with Cary Area EMS Part 1. VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story. I spent 19 years as the Chief of Cary Area EMS, and we experienced lots of changes. One thing that did not change, as you will hear, is that we are family. I was lucky to reconnect with 5 family members for VOEMS, and here are 3 stories from Justine Hollingsdhead, Christian Bennett, and Bradley Wilson.

Voices of EMS #1: Welcome to the limited series of Voices of EMS (VOEMS). VOEMS lets me revisit some of the Medic2Medic Podcast guests for them to tell one more story. Some of the segments will have one or two guests telling their stories. VOEMS will air stories regularly until the end of March, as Medic2Medic will end. The final podcast guest will be me, with guest host Eric Chase. Daniel Mills and Ginger Locke join me for the first episode. I hope you enjoy this limited series.

Episode 269 is Michael Sugrue. Michael is the author of RELENTLESS COURAGE: Winning the Battle Against Frontline Trauma, along with Dr. Shauna Springer, Ph.D., they tackle the complexity of trauma within the law enforcement community, uncovering the unspoken barriers, and outline a path to healing. Michael Sugrue began his law enforcement career in the United States Air Force as a Security Forces Officer in 1998. Michael is a dedicated advocate for awareness, prevention, education, and training on Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) and First Responder Suicide Prevention. Michael talks in detail about the 2012 officer involved shooting that caused him PTSI and how this incident impacted his life.

Episode 268 is Valerie Bestland. Valerie is a critical care flight medic and is the founder and CEO of “All EMS Women." Valerie uses her expertise and decades of EMS experience to mentor other women in the EMS industry as a blogger and podcaster, she started her EMS career in 1995 as a volunteer EMT and transitioned to paramedic in 1998. We talk about how she got started in EMS and her passion for the profession. Valerie talks about why she created "All EMS Women" and what the organization is all about. We briefly touch on the Vikings and Steelers.

Episode 267 is Kelsay Irby. Kelsay is a nurse who did something ER nurses thought about doing but never acted on. Kelsay called for an EMS response to help out in the Emergency Room. At that time, the ER was in chaos. Kelsay grew up in Alaska working on a fishing boat in the Bering Sea, as well as many other jobs before starting her nursing career. We talk about Alaska, her career, how the decision was made to call EMS, how EMS assisted, the notoriety, and what the hospital did after the phone call. Kelsay lives in Port Orchard and shares her home with my boyfriend Daniel, 7 cats, a very spoiled dog, a bunch of chickens and ducks, a rabbit, and an opossum. Episode 267 is Kelsay Irby. Kelsay is a nurse who did something ER nurses thought about doing but never acted on. Kelsay called for an EMS response to help out in the Emergency Room. At that time, the ER was in chaos. I came to be a Kelsay grew up in Alaska worked on a fishing boat in the Bering Sea, as well as many other jobs before starting her nursing ca