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Forged by the Fire

Forged by the Fire
Mental Health
Firefighting
Burnout
First Responders
Emergency Services
Identity
Peer Support
Emotional Resilience
Coping Mechanisms
Team Dynamics
Police Service
Olympics
Anxiety
Parenting
Trust
Excitement
Performance Improvement
Open Communication
Banter
Community Support

Hearing from frontline emergency service workers, sporting champions, and real world people about their stories of mental health and developing resilience through trails and success.

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A raw and honest conversation with Joel, Geordie and Matt about what mental health really looks like on the frontline. We talk isolation, alcohol, identity, culture, tall poppy syndrome, not fitting the mould, and the habits that can quietly drag peo... more

Mark gives his presentation created for firefighters on developing resilience. 

Mark O'Conner - firefighter from Rotorua, active and passionate about peer support and an all round great guy

Joe Sullivan - Olympic gold medallist for rowing, two time... more

Episode 6 - What actually makes a crew feel like family? We talk with Ritchie and Joe to unpack trust, belonging, leadership consistency, and the role of banter in building strong teams. If you’re trying to find your place in a crew—or lead one bette... more

Episode 5 - We talk with Dunny and Mark about how they bring their best as a dad while facing many challenges of being a firefighter. Covering shift work, dealing with traumatic work incidents and fatigue, they share openly about the challenges and t... more

Episode 4 - Dunny, Dan, Ethan and Levi discuss how to reach out to mates to check in on their mental state.

Brendon Dunn (Dunny) - firefighter in Tauranga, mental health advocate within the brigade, and always keen for a yarn. 

Dan Quate - former p... more

Episode 3 - we talk to Dan, Dan and Ethan about anxiety, how perspectives have changed over the years, and how anxiety in the form of anticipation or nervousness can be used to sharpen performance. 

Dan Lusby - property expert and business man

Dan ... more

Episode 2 - We talk with Kevin Taylor, Dan Quate and Ethan about how identity is formed, a healthy approach to comparison and current cultural norms that impact identity. 

Kevin Taylor - former police officer with extensive experience including lead... more

We talk to guest speakers Kevin Taylor and Joe Sullivan about what it means to have positive mental health and how they have achieved this in their lives.

Kevin Taylor - former police officer with extensive experience including leadership, civil def... more

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Levi
Host and moderator with extensive experience in high-stress environments, focusing on fostering discussions around resilience and mental health.

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What is mental health? Episode 1 - Forged by the Fire podcast
Q: How would you summarize mental health?
Mental health encompasses understanding your own mental state and recognizing how to manage and support it, especially in high-stress environments.
Anxiety vs. excitement - Episode 3 - Forged by the Fire podcast
Q: How have you seen anxiety show itself in your experiences?
Anxiety has often kept me sharper and focused, acting as a motivator in high-pressure situations.

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Engaging discussions center on the experiences of frontline emergency service workers and athletic champions, focusing on mental health challenges, resilience building, and personal stories of overcoming adversity. A recurrent theme is the balance between professional responsibilities and personal well-being, often intertwined with humor and camaraderie. Unique insights are shared regarding the dynamics of teamwork, the importance of support systems, and coping with high-pressure environments. Topics such as parenting within high-stress jobs, identity formation, and mental health perceptions are explored, offering listeners valuable perspectives on navigating life's difficulties and the importance of vulnerability in fostering mental health... more

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