The Real ResQ Podcast

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The Real ResQ is the ultimate podcast for inspiring stories of everyday heroes who risk their lives ”so others may live.” Join experienced Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #500, Jason Quinn, and guests from around the world as they share firsthand accounts of high-pressure situations and the bravery required to navigate them. From the simple standard medevac to the dark and stormy night rescues, they are entertaining and fun to listen to. Each episode is packed with riveting stories, insightful interviews, and expert analysis, giving you an immersive experience that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Here, we go behind the scenes of these amazing rescues. We get an inside look and listen to all the good and the bad of these everyday heroes. Whether you’re a first responder or simply fascinated by the world of rescue work, ”The Real ResQ” is a must-listen. Subscribe now and join us on this unforgettable journey of courage, heroism, and hope.

  1. 5D AGO

    ASTerisk: The SR3 Rescue Concepts Debrief Live at VERTICON 2025

    In this ASTerisk episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn joins SR3 Rescue Concepts for their second annual "Debrief," kicking off the week of VERTICON with a special podcast takeover. Throughout the episode, industry professionals drop in to join the conversation, bringing a mix of insights, stories, and plenty of laughs. With the energy high and the excitement building for the week ahead, this recording sets the tone for an unforgettable VERTICON experience. Enjoy! This epis...

    1h 20m

  2. MAR 5

    Never Forget: Craig Dunbar, USCG Rescue Swimmer #125

    In this episode of the Real ResQ Podcast, Jason Quinn and guests, Steve Ober, Joe Beyer, George Cavallo, Joe Burns and Olaf Leavelle come together to remember their fellow Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #125, Craig Dunbar. Through heartfelt stories and shared memories, they celebrate Dunbar’s unwavering determination, competitive nature, and the deep bonds formed during their time in training and service. From their first encounters with him to the challenges of Rescue Swimmer school, they ...

    56 min
  3. Episode 220: Dan Leary, Life Flight Pilot and Chris Pfingsten, Life Flight Paramedic

    FEB 26

    Episode 220: Dan Leary, Life Flight Pilot and Chris Pfingsten, Life Flight Paramedic

    In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn welcomes back Dan Leary and introduces Chris Pfingsten, as they share an incredible rescue story—one they were both involved in without even realizing it. Leary and Pfingsten first crossed paths during a critical mission when a patient fell approximately 20 feet into a ravine and creek bed. At the time, the two were working for separate agencies. Pfingsten, responding with a local agency, was one of the first on scene. Recognizing the...

    1h 3m
  4. Episode 219: Matt High USCG Rescue Swimmer #431

    FEB 19

    Episode 219: Matt High USCG Rescue Swimmer #431

    In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn is joined by Matt High, U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #431. High shares his journey into the Coast Guard, from his initial training to his first rescue mission. A rescue of a few guys stuck on a spit of land in the middle of a river. He dives into career-defining moments, being an instructor at Rescue Swimmer A-School to additional unforgettable rescues. They discuss the evolution of the rescue swimmer program, the...

    1h 25m
  5. Episode 218: Jeff “Spanky” Peterson US Air Force Pilot

    FEB 12

    Episode 218: Jeff “Spanky” Peterson US Air Force Pilot

    In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn interviews Jeff “Spanky” Peterson, a pilot with the United States Air Force. Spanky was one of the pilots who played a critical role in the daring rescue of Navy SEAL Marcus Luttrell after Operation Red Wings took a devastating turn. This rescue was immortalized in Luttrell's book “Lone Survivor,” and brought to the big screen in the film of the same name. We dive into the details of the rescue mission to save Luttrell, the challenges...

    1h 56m
  6. Episode 217: Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office, Henry 1 Helicopter

    FEB 5

    Episode 217: Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office, Henry 1 Helicopter

    In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn sits down with the crew of “Henry 1,” the busy Bell 407 from Sonoma County Sheriff’s OfficeHelicopter Unit. The crew includes Chris Haas, Nigel Cooper, Larry Matelli, and Jamal Cook. Recorded live on location in Sonoma County, California, right outside their hangar and in front of their Bell 407, the team shares insights into their unique role with the county’s all-purpose helicopter. Henry 1 handles everything from law en...

    1h 30m
  7. Episode 216: Oliver Kreuzer, Swiss and US Citizen a SAR Flight Paramedic with Air Zermatt and US Air Force PJ (Pararescue)

    JAN 29

    Episode 216: Oliver Kreuzer, Swiss and US Citizen a SAR Flight Paramedic with Air Zermatt and US Air Force PJ (Pararescue)

    In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn interviews Oliver Kreuzer, a SAR Flight Paramedic with Air Zermatt and US Air Force PJ (Pararescue). Kreuzer shares his remarkable journey from growing up in the mountains of Switzerland to becoming a highly skilled rescue medic and pararescue specialist. He discusses his dual citizenship, military training, and experiences with Air Zermatt, highlighting the challenges and motivations that drove him to excel in his field. ...

    1h 11m
  8. Episode 215: Joe Burns, U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #123 and Retired NYPD Captain

    JAN 22

    Episode 215: Joe Burns, U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #123 and Retired NYPD Captain

    In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn interviews Joe Burns, U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #123 and retired NYPD captain with 21 years of service. Burns recounts his journey from joining the Coast Guard to becoming a Rescue Swimmer, sharing two memorable rescues from his four-year Coast Guard career. The conversation shifts to his time with the NYPD in Brooklyn, where he reflects on significant experiences, including 9/11. Burns discusses the challenges of policing in Ne...

    1h 8m
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    The Real ResQ is the ultimate podcast for inspiring stories of everyday heroes who risk their lives ”so others may live.” Join experienced Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #500, Jason Quinn, and guests from around the world as they share firsthand accounts of high-pressure situations and the bravery required to navigate them. From the simple standard medevac to the dark and stormy night rescues, they are entertaining and fun to listen to. Each episode is packed with riveting stories, insightful interviews, and expert analysis, giving you an immersive experience that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Here, we go behind the scenes of these amazing rescues. We get an inside look and listen to all the good and the bad of these everyday heroes. Whether you’re a first responder or simply fascinated by the world of rescue work, ”The Real ResQ” is a must-listen. Subscribe now and join us on this unforgettable journey of courage, heroism, and hope.

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    • Creator
      TheRealResQ
    • Years Active
      2021 - 2025
    • Episodes
      255
    • Rating
      Explicit
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      © 2025 The Real ResQ Podcast
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