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First Responder Wellness Podcast with Conrad Weaver

Conrad Weaver
Mental Health
First Responders
Leadership
First Responder Wellness
PTSD
Wellness
Peer Support
Law Enforcement
Post-Traumatic Growth
Sleep
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Burnout
Suicide Prevention
Heart Disease
First Responder Mental Health
Discipline
Therapy
Morning Routine
Public Safety
Peer Connect

The First Responder Wellness Podcast with Conrad Weaver is where first responder wellness, leadership, mental health, and resilience come together for law enforcement, firefighters, EMS professionals, dispatchers, military veterans, and the families who support them.

Each week, Conrad sits down with respected first responders, agency leaders, clinicians, researchers, and wellness experts for hone... more

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Latest Episodes

Episode 155: Burned Out - The Hidden Cost of Being a First Responder with Iris Waichler

Guest: Iris Waichler, MSW | Author of Burned Out

What happens when first responders leave the emergency behind—but the emotional weight follows them home?

Firs... more

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First Responders Need Help. Congress Is Listening.

Guest: Congressman Suhas Subramanyam | First Responder Wellness Podcast

What happens when a first responder finally reaches out for help — only to discover there's nobody available?

For many firefi... more

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Register HERE for the Leadership & Wellness Summit in Frederick, MD, Nov. 19!

154 - Stop Waiting until they Break - Matt Newlands

What if we trained first responders for the mental and emotional demands of the job with the same intentionality we us... more

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153 - When your Job Becomes your Identity - Rachael Stark

What happens when you're performing well at work—but you're not actually doing well?

Rachael Stark knows that tension firsthand.

Rachael is a captain in the Army National Guard, a reserve p... more

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Matt Newlands
Co-founder of Frontline Mental Health
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Episode: Stop Waiting until they Break - Matt Newlands
Rachael Stark
Captain in the Army National Guard; reserve police officer; former forensic death investigator; policy and accreditation specialist
Independent/Public Safety Sector
Episode: When your Job Becomes your Identity - Rachael Stark
Thomas Hovagim
Leading figure at Poppa, NYPD peer with long service
Police Organization Providing Peer Assistance (Poppa)
Episode: POPPA: Peer Support at the NYPD
Louis Lopez
Poppa peer, long-time NYPD officer
Police Organization Providing Peer Assistance (Poppa)
Episode: POPPA: Peer Support at the NYPD
Arthur W. Myers III
Deputy Chief with 31 years in law enforcement; former training commander; author
Charleston/Somerville Police (law enforcement), Author of 'Tattered When the Blue Line Frays'
Episode: 141 Days: Zero Contact — When the System Fails You: Rusty Myers
Michael Gier
Filmmaker, creator of The Heroism and Resiliency of 9-11, From Tragedy to Triumph
Self-employed/Producer
Episode: The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11 - with Director, Michael Gier
Chris Cowan
Police Chief
Casey Police Department
Episode: Introducing the First Responder Leadership Podcast
Jason Yerkovich
Firefighter and Author
Episode: Introducing the First Responder Leadership Podcast
Kristen Ziman
Former Police Chief
Aurora Police Department
Episode: Introducing the First Responder Leadership Podcast

Host

Conrad Weaver
Host of First Responder Wellness Podcast (and related iterations) focusing on wellness, leadership, and resilience in public safety.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Where the Healing Begins

    Conrad Weaver isn’t just hosting a podcast, he’s building a bridge between the job and the healing. First Responder Wellness gets to the heart of what so many are silently carrying, and it does it without drama or ego.

    Conrad leads with compassion and curiosity. He brings on guests who live this stuff, who’ve walked through the fire and stuck around to help others through it too.

    This isn’t just another podcast about mental health. It’s a space that says, You’re not weak. You’re human. And you... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lightbearer1981
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast!

    I love this show, Conrad is an excellent interviewer. Each episode is engaging and interesting. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dhcbchfj
    United Statesa year ago
  • Happy Birthday

    Conrad, I wanted to thank you for your time, passion, leadership, and friendship. I also wanted to wish you a belated happy birthday. Stay safe and be well. DB

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KYLEE,
    United Statesa year ago
  • Mental Decon

    Conrad, as I continue to listen in to your podcast, i cant help but remember my first responder journey over the past 39 years. When i first met you i was impressed and humbled by your giving personality. You have become a mentor, friend and a leader in the field of first responder mental wellness. You have help to make my life and career better. Please never forget the importance that you bring to first responders across this country. I share the podcast link with fellow first responder we... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Don Brucker
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this show!!

    Informative and relevant to today’s first responder! If you’re a first responder this is the show for you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GRITS368
    United States2 years ago

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The host builds a bridge between work and healing, focusing on real stories over hype.
Listeners appreciate compassionate interviewing and practical, credible insights.
Guests are valued for lived experience and expertise, not just theory.
The show is seen as a supportive, non-judgmental space for sharing trauma and recovery stories.

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When your Job Becomes your Identity - Rachael Stark
Q: What small daily habit has the biggest payoff for wellness?
Eating breakfast and starting the day with a brief reset helps energize the body and set a healthier tone for the day.
When your Job Becomes your Identity - Rachael Stark
Q: How can leaders model wellness effectively?
By showing up for their own wellness, attending therapy if needed, and having honest conversations, which encourages their teams to do the same.
When your Job Becomes your Identity - Rachael Stark
Q: What does a good check-in look like?
Ask the person how they want to be supported—listen or give advice—and tailor the conversation to their needs, starting with a pulse on what they want from the discussion.
When your Job Becomes your Identity - Rachael Stark
Q: What moment made you realize you needed to reassess your wellness?
A slow recognition that I was functioning well at work but not well in life overall, driven by journaling and therapy, led me to realize the job couldn't be my sole identity.
Introducing the First Responder Leadership Podcast
Q: What was harder to address, becoming aware of the problem or owning it?
Owning it and taking deliberate steps to change behavior, even when uncomfortable, is harder but essential for real leadership and wellness.

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Frequently Asked Questions About First Responder Wellness Podcast

What is First Responder Wellness Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The show focuses on first responder wellness, leadership, mental health, and resilience, hosting conversations with agency leaders, clinicians, and wellness experts. Episodes explore PTSD, trauma, burnout, peer support, suicide prevention, organizational culture, and strategies to build healthier teams and sustainable careers. Guests bring real-world experience from police, fire, EMS, and military, often sharing personal journeys, therapeutic approaches (like EMDR), and practical programmatic takeaways for chiefs, supervisors, and frontline responders.

- A standout pattern is the emphasis on leadership culture change, psychological safety, and actionable resources (peer networks, EAPs, legal avenues, survivorship support). The format freq... more

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1. Matt Newlands
2. Rachael Stark
3. Thomas Hovagim
4. Louis Lopez
5. Arthur W. Myers III
6. Michael Gier
7. Chris Cowan
8. Jason Yerkovich

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