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First Responder Wellness Podcast with Conrad Weaver

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

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

149 - Leadership Is Wellness: Four Conversations Every First Responder Should Hear

Leadership and wellness are not separate conversations.

In this special edition of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, Conrad Weaver shares highlights from the firs... more

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A New Chapter: Leadership, Wellness & What’s Next - Conrad Weaver

Something new is coming — and it’s been in the works for quite some time.

In this special edition of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, host Conrad Weaver steps away from the norm... more

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SPECIAL EDITION: AXON AID - How a Tech Innovator is Fighting for First Responder Mental Health

What does a technology company best known for TASER energy weapons and body cameras have to do with first responder mental health and wellness? More than ... more

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147 - The Loneliness Epidemic Is Killing First Responders - with Dr. Jody Carrington

In this episode of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, Conrad Weaver sits down with Dr. Jody Carrington — psychologist, bestselling author, and former civilian me... more

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Recent Guests

Bella Giannini
Head of Marketing at Axon Enterprise
Axon Enterprise
Episode: AXON AID - How a Tech Innovator is Fighting for First Responder Mental Health
Dr. Jody Carrington
Psychologist, bestselling author, former RCMP member
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Episode: The Loneliness Epidemic Is Killing First Responders - with Dr. Jody Carrington
Casey Burley
Recovery advocate who shares her experience with addiction and recovery
Episode: From Felonies to the Front Lines: Casey Burley
Rob Reardon
Fire Chief
Fire Department (Massachusetts)
Episode: From Skeptic to Believer - with Chief Rob Reardon
Tracey Wilkinson
Retired firefighter with 23 years of service in Fort Wayne, Indiana; master's in psychology
None specified
Episode: PTSD and Institutional Betrayal with Tracey Wilkinson
Ron Camacho
Chief of Police, North Charleston, South Carolina
North Charleston Police Department
Episode: Ego Kills Careers, and How to Lead Differently with Dr. Ron Camacho
Daniel Herzog
Filmmaker
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Episode: Beautifully Broken: How One Officer's Suicide Sparked a Movement of Hope | Jared Buchanan & Daniel Herzog
Jared Buchanan
Activist for suicide prevention; son of Officer Paul Buchanan
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Episode: Beautifully Broken: How One Officer's Suicide Sparked a Movement of Hope | Jared Buchanan & Daniel Herzog
Hali Bradford
US National Guard veteran, former police officer, SWAT operator
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Episode: Shot in the line of Duty - with Hali Bradford

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

Listeners Say

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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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AXON AID - How a Tech Innovator is Fighting for First Responder Mental Health
Q: What makes VR training particularly valuable for first responders?
VR provides scalable, immersive practice across a range of scenarios (empathy, de-escalation, crisis response) that translates to safer, more effective real-world interactions.
AXON AID - How a Tech Innovator is Fighting for First Responder Mental Health
Q: Why dive into wellness at a tech company, and how is Axon funding this at no cost to agencies?
The initiative is mission-driven, supported by the executive team, and built around practical, tangible resources that stay in perpetuity, with a focus on protecting and empowering responders and their families.
AXON AID - How a Tech Innovator is Fighting for First Responder Mental Health
Q: Who are you and what do you do at Axon?
Bella Giannini explains she's the head of marketing at Axon and a key architect of Axon Aid, the company's philanthropic arm focused on first responder wellness.
From Skeptic to Believer - with Chief Rob Reardon
Q: How did the leadership respond to the horrific incident with the pediatric patients?
The department engaged a Boston-based EAP team, brought in trauma-informed support, and implemented family-focused nights to address the broader impact, which shifted the culture towards proactive care.
Ego Kills Careers, and How to Lead Differently with Dr. Ron Camacho
Q: What are you doing now on a regular basis to take care of yourself?
Continual introspection, conversations with my wife and a close deputy chief, open dialogue with staff, and regular access to coaching and community feedback to stay grounded and focused on service.

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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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4. Rob Reardon
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7. Daniel Herzog
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