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Beyond the Dispatch

Beyond the Dispatch
Project Fire Buddies
First Responders
Dea
Afghanistan
Trauma
Mental Health
Law Enforcement
Blue Island
Police
Romeoville
Chicago
United States Army
PTSD
Therapy
Narcotics
Lane Bryant Shooting
Atlanta Police Department
Team Red, White and Blue
Predator (UAV)
Oak Lawn Police Department

Welcome to BTD, where we go beyond the uniform to explore the untold stories, personal struggles, and triumphs of first responders/ military members.

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Joe Phalen shares his journey from battling alcohol to finding purpose as an owner of Gregory Boxing in Addison, Illinois. He talks mental health, the power of boxing, and the community it creates for first responders, veterans, and clients—including... more

Tony Cap, host of Dive Behind the Lines, joins Beyond The Dispatch to discuss his journey as a full-time firefighter and Air Force Reservist, the realities of balancing two careers rooted in service, and why he created a platform to tell the stories ... more

In his mid-30s, Mikki Jones was told he only had months to live. Within a short span of time, he lost his grandfather, his mother, and then his son’s mother. wWhile battling terminal cancer and raising two young kids. When doctors started planning fo... more

Kevin Thielmann shares his path from West Point to U.S. Army missile defense and becoming a Chief Warrant Officer. We discuss training, leadership, deployments, and lessons from his military career.🌐 Website: www.BeyondtheDispatch.com🎧 Spotify: ⁠⁠h... more

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Recent Guests

Mikki Jones
Cancer survivor and personal story guest
Self/Personal story
Episode: Surviving Cancer, Grief, and Loss: How Mikki Jones Defied a Terminal Diagnosis for His Kids
Kevin Thielmann
Army officer turned warrant officer, air defense specialist
U.S. Army
Episode: From West Point to Missile Defense | Army Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Thielmann | BTD Ep. 61
Matson Tew
Founder/leader of At Ease Horsemanship
At Ease Horsemanship
Episode: Inside At Ease Horsemanship with Matson Tew | Bighorn Mountains Drop Camp Experience | BTD Ep. 60
Chris Searls
Representative from Boulder Crest (veterans organization)
Boulder Crest
Episode: Inside At Ease Horsemanship with Matson Tew | Bighorn Mountains Drop Camp Experience | BTD Ep. 60
Dana Corriveau
Air Force veteran, firefighter, founder of Take Up Your Mantle
Take Up Your Mantle
Episode: Take Up Your Mantle: Founder Dana Corriveau on USAF Security Forces & Veteran Resilience | BTD Ep.59
Donna Jahn
Former Romeoville dispatcher, 30+ years in Will County/ROM dispatch, described as a cornerstone of in-house team culture
Will County Dispatch Center / Romeoville Public Safety Communications
Episode: 30-Year 911 Dispatcher Donna Jahn | Romeoville Hero, Community Service & Scholarship Fundraiser | BTD Ep.58
Mike Alvis
35-year Army vet, former Champagne PD officer, ROTC instructor, and PTI instructor
U.S. Army; Champaign Police Department; PTI
Episode: War Abroad, War Within: Army Vet & IL Cop Mike Alvis Tells All | BTD Ep.55
Jessica Galvan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor; founder of First Response Therapy in New Lenox, IL; focuses on trauma, EMDR, and first responder mental health
First Response Therapy (First Response Therapy, PLLC)
Episode: Healing Trauma & Strengthening Relationships | First Response Therapy with Jessica Galvan| BTD Ep.54
Pat McCauley
Retired Chicago firefighter, member of the McCarthy Foundation
McCarthy Foundation
Episode: Inside the Chicago Fire Department with Lt. Pat McCauley | The McCarthy Brigade Story | BTD Ep. 53

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From West Point to Missile Defense | Army Chief Warrant Officer Kevin Thielmann | BTD Ep. 61
Q: How did you handle the transition from officer to warrant officer, and why did you choose that path?
I wanted to stay closely connected to the equipment and the soldiers I was leading; warrant officer offered a chance to be a SME in air defense and have a lasting impact on crew readiness.
19th Group Sergeant Treavor: Lost His Son, Took the Pills, and Fought to Stay Alive | BTD Ep. 24
Q: What keeps you going now?
Treavor emphasizes continuing advocacy for mental health, spiritual growth, and helping others by sharing his journey, showing that vulnerability can be a source of strength for both individuals and communities.
19th Group Sergeant Treavor: Lost His Son, Took the Pills, and Fought to Stay Alive | BTD Ep. 24
Q: What changed after you spoke up in the training course at Fort Lee?
Sharing his story publicly helped others in the room reach out for help, reinforced the importance of vulnerability in leadership, and encouraged his peers to seek support, ultimately contributing to a shift in the unit's culture.
19th Group Sergeant Treavor: Lost His Son, Took the Pills, and Fought to Stay Alive | BTD Ep. 24
Q: Tell us a little about yourself.
Treavor describes his long military career, his early life, and the pivotal moment when his son Princeton was born prematurely, which set off a chain of events including a toxic relationship, deep depression, and multiple suicide attempts before seeking help and rebuilding his life.
30-Year Green Beret Colonel’s New Mission: Leading Team RWB | Michael “Sully” Sullivan | BTD Ep. 23
Q: What was Sully's first deployment like and how did it shape his career?
He describes early Afghan deployment work, including training Afghan forces, dealing with the Taliban's drug trade, and building local security, which laid the foundation for his later leadership roles in Special Forces and joint operations.

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Listeners explore frontline lives beyond uniforms, focusing on resilience, leadership, and mental health across first responders and military communities. Episodes frequently center on veteran and public-safety experiences, trauma-informed care, faith-based motivation, and civilian-military transformation, often anchored by personal redemption stories, nonprofit mission-building, and practical strategies for wellness and mentorship. The conversation style tends to be candid and action-oriented, with guests ranging from seasoned officers and veterans to clinicians and nonprofit founders, making it helpful for professionals seeking authentic, mission-driven storytelling and actionable takeaways on leadership, wellness, and community impact.

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