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Mic’d In New Haven

Mike Colon
FDNY
9/11
New York City
NYPD
Firefighting
Public Safety
Emergency Medical Services
NYPD Emergency Service Unit
Brooklyn
September 11, 2001
Emergency Service Unit
9/11 Attacks
Law Enforcement
Mental Health
EMS
Harlem
FDNY EMS
New York City Fire Department
New York Yankees
Hurricane Sandy

Mic’d In New Haven is a narrative-first podcast that pulls back the curtain on the people, places, and pivotal moments that shape the world of public safety. Through deeply researched storytelling and intimate conversations with firefighters, law-enforcement leaders, first responders, authors, journalists, and community influencers, host Mike Colón delivers immersive, human-centered episodes that ... more

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Paul Brown, a retired FDNY Captain, third-generation firefighter, leadership educator, and co-author of Rising from Ground Zero: The FDNY’s Path Through the Crisis of 9/11 to Transformation, joins the program for another volume of The Best of The Bra... more

Mike Chanat, whose career has spanned EMS, paramedicine, the NYPD, volunteer firefighting, emergency medical education, and leadership development, joins the program for this episode of the Mic’d In New Haven Podcast.

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Stu Friedman, who served more than 22 years with the New York City Transit Police and later the NYPD, retiring as a Sergeant in 1996, joins the program for this episode of the Mic’d In New Haven Podcast.

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Paul Walsh, who served more than three decades with the New Britain Fire Department, retiring as Deputy Chief, joins the program for another volume of The Best of The Bravest: Nationwide Edition.

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Recent Guests

Stu Friedman
Former Transit Police sergeant; NYPD warrant/division veteran and major case supervisor; author
Former Transit Police, NYPD Warrant Division, Major Case Squad
Episode: Episode 425: Sergeant Stu Friedman
Paul Walsh
Deputy Chief (retired), formerly with New Britain Fire Department
New Britain Fire Department
Episode: Episode 424: The Best of The Bravest - Nationwide: Deputy Chief Paul Walsh (Volume 17)
Tony Romano
NYPD ESU veteran; EMRU alumnus with extensive rescue experience
NYPD Emergency Service Unit (ESU)
Episode: Episode 423: The E-Men: Inside The NYPD’s Emergency Service Unit: Anthony Romano (Volume 59)
Mike Renna
Former NYPD Special Weapons Division member, ESU/Bomb Squad veteran, firearms instructor
New York City Police Department (NYPD)
Episode: Episode 422: Mike Renna
Tyler Whittredge
Firefighter Paramedic, Saratoga Springs, NY; author of From Probation to Professional
Saratoga Springs Fire Department
Episode: Episode 421: The Best of The Bravest - Nationwide: Tyler Whittredge - Saratoga Springs (Volume 16)
Nick Palumbo
Firefighter, author, founder of Outside Vent Training and Firehouse Sergeants
Outside Vent Training & Consulting / Firehouse Sergeants
Episode: Episode 420: The Best of The Bravest: Nationwide: Nick Palumbo - U.S. Federal Fire (Volume 15)
Sean Carroll
U.S. Marine veteran, retired Providence Police Lieutenant, senior emergency management leader, leadership instructor
AIO Leadership / Providence Police Department (former)
Episode: Episode 419: The Beat: Profiles of Police Nationwide: Lt. Sean Carroll - Rhode Island (Volume 25)
Ken Delaney
Host of The Kitchen Table podcast, former FDNY firefighter
Kitchen Table podcast; FDNY
Episode: Episode 418: The Best of The Bravest: Ken Delaney (Volume 88)
Kevin Kubler
First-time author, The War Years and Back
Episode: Episode 417: The Best of The Bravest: Kevin Kubler - Author’s Corner (Volume 87)

Host

Mike Colón
Host of Mic'd In New Haven; public-safety commentator and narrative-driven interviewer focused on leadership and culture within emergency services.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • Try it out - worth it

    Five Stars

    Awesome show, Mike is a walking history book on NY first responder incidents. Great interviewer, knows how to guide great stories from his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe-Joey123
    United Statesa year ago
  • Sean Williams

    Awesome podcast….Mike is a pleasure to listen to; respectful and knowledgeable. Listening to the stories reminds me of my days on the job….thanks Mike

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spwillwill
    United States3 years ago
  • Pro

    Mike is an up and coming guy! Terrific !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mauiswift
    Canada5 years ago
  • Mike’d On

    Mike works hard and puts together a great podcast. Does all the work himself to get guests and they’re good ones. Give it a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike Bandits
    United States8 years ago
  • Good podcasts

    Great guest list...keep at it Mike. (Audio is better but guests sometimes still hard to hear)

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    cuculhain
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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Poignant interviews with deep domain knowledge and memorable storytelling.
Audio quality varies; some episodes are harder to hear than others.
Guest selection is outstanding; interviews feel insightful and respectful.
Production & guest quality are high; content is consistently engaging.
Strong historical context and leadership lessons come through clearly.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 425: Sergeant Stu Friedman
Q: How did the 1995 merger into the NYPD Transit Bureau affect career paths and opportunities?
The merger reduced redundancy, expanded cross-agency mobility, and opened up opportunities for specialized units like warrants and ESU; it also created new leadership pathways for transit cops to become detectives and supervisors citywide.
Episode 425: Sergeant Stu Friedman
Q: What was the most challenging assignment you faced in the Transit Police and why?
Undercover narcotics work and complex robberies in the subway, due to the high danger, fast pace, and need to blend in; these cases required intense stakeouts, endurance, and reliance on a tight-knit team.
Episode 421: The Best of The Bravest - Nationwide: Tyler Whittredge - Saratoga Springs (Volume 16)
Q: What is a key difference between volunteer and career fire service cultures?
The biggest difference lies in the adversaries faced—budget constraints, administration, and unions for volunteers, compared to EMS demands and bureaucratic pressures for career departments.
Episode 421: The Best of The Bravest - Nationwide: Tyler Whittredge - Saratoga Springs (Volume 16)
Q: What does being a firefighter mean to you?
Being a firefighter means everything; the role has shaped his life, provided stability and purpose, and continues to influence his personal and professional choices.
Episode 421: The Best of The Bravest - Nationwide: Tyler Whittredge - Saratoga Springs (Volume 16)
Q: What prompted you to write this book?
The author explains that his writing grew out of a long-running process of documenting lessons learned from the fire service, expanding from critique into a structured guide about culture, standards, and the unwritten rules that define the profession.

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Narrative-first conversations centered on public safety, leadership, mentorship, and the human side of emergency services. Episodes blend career retrospectives, historical context, and behind-the-scenes storytelling with guests ranging from veterans and line officers to authors and journalists. Listeners likely come away with a deeper appreciation for resilience, teamwork, and the culture that underpins first responders, along with practical leadership insights and career guidance. Noteworthy traits include a consistent focus on mentorship, interagency collaboration, and the evolution of policing and firefighting, often anchored by personal anecdotes and historical context.

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1. Stu Friedman
2. Paul Walsh
3. Tony Romano
4. Mike Renna
5. Tyler Whittredge
6. Nick Palumbo
7. Sean Carroll
8. Ken Delaney

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