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EMS 20/20 is podcast hosted by two experienced Paramedics. Spencer Oliver and Christopher Pfingsten discuss real calls run by real responders and pull out the lessons you won't find in a text book. This podcast is aimed at Paramedic students, seasoned Paramedics looking to refresh, or any one interested in a deeper dive into pre-hospital health care.

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Latest Episodes

A rapidly swelling tongue and plummeting saturations point a crew into EXACTLY the... wrong? Direction? Can you figure it out before the guys do? Let us know!

TODAY IS AWESOME! For the first time ever, neither of us are in the hotseat! Instead, the crew from The RideAlong EMT School Podcast join us in an epic collab event! How does a pair of newly minted EMT's and an experienced Paramedic do against the ma... more

The guys welcome Special Guest Dr. Mike Lauria to the show! A crew attends a patient that is perfectly alive, but does NOT stay that way! Can this crew get in sync with what the patient needs, or do they head down a spiral of doom? And can Spencer an... more

To the whole STRANGER LUNGS episode, head over ems2020.com and get signed up for the EMS 2020 CE platform!

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Recent Guests

Mike Lauria
Physician with EMS background, previously a guest on the show
FlightBridge Ed / EMS 2020
Episode: Shake N Bake Boys, I Think We Got a BBQ
Socks Fox
Paramedic who submitted the call for review
Noodle Poodle Puddle County Ambulance Service
Episode: Twisted Tongue Trauma (ish...)
Dr. Suso Sox
Online Medical Control doctor
St. Beetle Battle Center / local hospital
Episode: Twisted Tongue Trauma (ish...)
Philip Frey
Parmedic featured on the call
Farnsworth Fire Department
Episode: Philip Gets Fried
Benjamin Durr
EMT/medic on Frye's shift
Farnsworth Fire Department
Episode: Philip Gets Fried
David Horowitz
Author of 'Medic, A Diary', chronicling his experiences in EMS
Medic, A Diary
Episode: Control Bleeding and Emotions
Audrey Nolan
Patient who recently had shoulder surgery and presented with anxiety and shortness of breath.
Episode: L.A.S.T. Call
Nora Eppie
Mother of the patient, present during the EMS assessment.
Episode: L.A.S.T. Call
Maggie Neesium
FTO working alongside Amy O'Darone during the call.
Episode: L.A.S.T. Call

Hosts

Chris Pfingsten
Co-host and experienced paramedic, sharing real EMS experiences and educational insights related to pre-hospital care.
Spencer Oliver
Co-host and seasoned paramedic, providing educational commentary and sharing stories from real emergency medical situations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • Current EMT Student

    These guys make learning fun and comical. Great personalities to match a field that shouldn’t be boring when getting taught. Laugh as you learn.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @icherishthat
    United States3 months ago
  • All levels need to listen

    Began listening while in AEMT school after 3 years as a EMT, Lost it for a bit, now back as a Paramedic 3 years later and absolutely love it. Their approach to EMS has helped me out on many occasions and more than once I’ve thought “what would Chris or Spencer do?”. Cannot express enough thanks to these two for what they’ve done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tablet0p
    United States4 months ago
  • Chris and Spencer present calls in such an EMS way. It's great.long live Arizona Iced Tea

    Audible
    5
    Amazon Customer
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I am not in the healthcare field but always wanted to be. Recently am going through a health issue and had to have spinal cord surgery with a 5 day hospital stay. Recently wanted to know if a medical podcast exists and found you. Went back to the beginning and listening forward. Very much enjoying it. Thanks for doing the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Player709
    United States4 months ago
  • Hands down best podcast

    🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Judd Nelson07
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The chemistry between the hosts adds an enjoyable dynamic to the content.
Many find the real-life scenario discussions insightful and helpful for their careers in EMS.
Listeners appreciate the humorous and educational approach to serious EMS topics.
The informative discussions are accessible even to those outside of the healthcare field.
Some listeners noted that the length of episodes can be overwhelming, favoring shorter formats.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#6
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#183
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#8
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#127
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#215
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#41
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Shake N Bake Boys, I Think We Got a BBQ
Q: What is the key risk when giving Versed and Fentanyl simultaneously to an unstable patient?
The clinicians highlight that concurrent dosing can cause unpredictable respiratory and hemodynamic effects, especially in hypotensive patients, and suggest staggering doses (e.g., smaller, separate administrations) to avoid worsening instability.
When Things Get Skrewy
Q: What are your top concerns for the patient and scene with the information that we have?
Hallucination seems to be kind of a jump, this is an altered LOC call, and we need to see why someone's behaving this way.
Freedom From Incompetence!
Q: Is there some mechanism by which a system should identify and weed out providers who aren't really up to date with protocols?
Yes, a system should collect data on performance metrics and provide regular training to ensure all providers are kept informed and competent.
Freedom From Incompetence!
Q: At what point should a lower level provider revolt from the direction of Kingston George III?
A lower level provider should revolt when they observe clear deviation from established protocols that jeopardizes patient care.
Hot Pursuit, Hotter Patient with RAINN WILSON
Q: How did you approach capturing the realities of EMS in the movie?
We wanted to capture the authenticity of the medicine, but also the comedic and emotional realities that come with it.

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The content revolves around real-life emergency medical situations, offering insights into the complexities faced by paramedics during their calls. Each episode showcases various cases, ranging from traumatic events like stabbings and shootings to more routine medical emergencies, discussing the critical decisions made and lessons learned in pre-hospital care. The engaging banter between the hosts adds an entertaining layer while emphasizing the educational value for listeners, whether they are aspiring paramedics, seasoned professionals, or anyone interested in emergency medicine. The unique format often includes role-playing scenarios and thorough analysis of protocols, making it both informative and enjoyable for its audience.

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3. EMCrit FOAM Feed
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EMS 20/20 launched 6 years ago and published 240 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on EMS 20/20 include:

1. Mike Lauria
2. Socks Fox
3. Dr. Suso Sox
4. Philip Frey
5. Benjamin Durr
6. David Horowitz
7. Audrey Nolan
8. Nora Eppie

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