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First Responder Wellness Podcast with Conrad Weaver

Conrad Weaver
Leadership
Mental Health
First Responder Wellness
First Responders
PTSD
Peer Support
Wellness
Law Enforcement
Sleep
Suicide Prevention
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post-Traumatic Growth
Heart Disease
First Responder Mental Health
Discipline
Morning Routine
Public Safety
Peer Connect
Copline
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The First Responder Wellness Podcast with Conrad Weaver is where mental health, resilience, and real solutions meet for police, fire, EMS, dispatch, and the families who support them.

No fluff. No corporate wellness speak. Just honest conversations with first responders, mental health professionals, and leaders who've lived it — covering burnout, PTSD, suicide awareness, peer support, shift work,... more

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Latest Episodes

137 - Hiding in Plain Sight: When the Helper Needs Help with Paramedic Brad Lawson

For nearly 27 years, Brad Lawson served his community as a paramedic, responding to tragedies, accidents, overdoses, and some of life's darkest moments.

Like many fi... more

136 - The Full Bucket: Hidden Trauma, Childhood Wounds and Healing for First Responders with Dr. Stacy Raymond

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What if the trauma first responders carry didn’t start on the job?

In this powerful conversation, psychologist and trauma... more

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Great Leaders Empower the Team - with Steve Vincent

What does real leadership look like when lives, missions, and impossible decisions are on the line?

In this... more

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The Ripple Effect of Saving a Life | Brad Newbury

What does it really mean to save a life?

In this powerful episode of the First Responder Wellness Podcast, Co... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Vincent
Former US Navy commanding officer with decades of leadership experience in high-risk environments
U.S. Navy (Retired)
Episode: Great Leaders Empower the Team - with Steve Vincent
Brad Newbury
EMS and fire service veteran with extensive leadership and instructional background
National Medical Education and Training Center (NMETC) / First Responder Wellness Academy
Episode: The Ripple Effect of Saving a Life | Brad Newbury
Marchelle Farmer
Widow of retired police sergeant Scott Farmer
Copline fundraiser ambassador (awareness/ fundraising)
Episode: SPECIAL EDITION: Walking Through Grief: Healing After First Responder Suicide.
Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman
Author and military/police leadership expert
West Point; military psychologist and author
Episode: You're Not Broken, You're Leveling Up - Lt. Col. Dave Grossman
Rob Magao
25-year law enforcement veteran, use of force instructor, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu coach
Owns two Brazilian Jiu Jitsu schools in Connecticut; Officer Survival Series
Episode: Mental Warfare is Part of the Path - with Rob Magao
Dr. Alicia Mangram
Trauma surgeon and critical care physician
Trauma Center / Hospital system
Episode: The Emotional Toll of Life in the Trauma Unit with Dr. Alicia Mangram
Taylor Montey
Sleep expert discussed in Part 2
Episode: SLEEP! Stop Counting Hours, Count Cycles with Taylor Montey (Part 2)
Jonathan Sheinberg
Cardiologist and former law enforcement officer
Sigma Tactical Wellness; Telemed To You; Code Red documentary
Episode: Code Red: A Cardiac Wake Up Call with Dr. Jonathan Sheinberg
Jeff Casselman
Retired police officer and Army veteran
Episode: The Hidden Injury Behind the Anger with Jeff Casselman

Host

Conrad Weaver
Host with a focus on first responder mental health, resilience, and practical wellness strategies.

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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year ago

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101 - Real Surgeons Don't Cry? - with Dr. Marvin Wayne
Q: How did Dr. Wayne cope with the emotional weight of treating war casualties?
He describes a gradual realization that professionals must acknowledge suffering and seek support, moving beyond the outdated belief that true clinicians don't feel or cry, and highlighting the need for accessible mental health resources and peer support systems.
106 - Do Plant-Based Medicines Work? - Todd Youngblood
Q: How does one access these medicines legally and safely?
In some states like Colorado and Oregon, clinics and licensed facilitators provide access under regulated frameworks; other paths include visiting reputable organizations and ensuring products come from trusted sources to avoid unsafe, unregulated gummies or specimens.
106 - Do Plant-Based Medicines Work? - Todd Youngblood
Q: What is plant-based medicine?
Plant-based medicines refer to natural psychedelic substances like peyote, mescaline, psilocybin, ayahuasca, and iboga, which are being explored for their potential to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, depression, and PTSD when used in controlled, therapeutic settings.
100 - Part 1: Courage and Recovery with Desireé Palmer
Q: What would you say to that cop out there who's watching or listening and is where you were? What should they do?
There's no shame in getting help; reaching out for therapy or asking a friend to talk takes immense courage, and starting that process is the first step toward healing and reclaiming control over one's life.
How to Relieve Stress in One Minute with Marie Matteson
Q: How has this technique been demonstrated in real-world scenarios?
There are documented cases of blood pressure reduction in test groups, a police officer regaining weapon qualification after applying the method, and repeated anecdotes showing emotional and physiological calming during high-stress moments.

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

The show consistently centers on mental health, resilience, and practical strategies for first responders and their families. Episodes cover burnout, PTSD, suicide awareness, peer support, shift work, marriage, and leadership under pressure, often pairing lived experiences with actionable takeaways that listeners can apply in real life or within agencies. Noteworthy angles include high-empathy conversations with survivors and clinicians, a focus on proactive peer support, and initiatives that connect wellness to tangible outcomes like culture change, efficient de-escalation training, and on-site preventive care. The format blends personal storytelling with evidence-informed guidance, making it especially useful for professionals seeking con... more

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Recent guests on First Responder Wellness Podcast include:

1. Steve Vincent
2. Brad Newbury
3. Marchelle Farmer
4. Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman
5. Rob Magao
6. Dr. Alicia Mangram
7. Taylor Montey
8. Jonathan Sheinberg

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