The Real ResQ Podcast

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The Real ResQ Podcast

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

    22 HR. AGO

    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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. ASTerisk with Karaline Hume Crisis Worker For 988 and Child Abuse Advocate

    JAN 15

    ASTerisk with Karaline Hume Crisis Worker For 988 and Child Abuse Advocate

    In this episode of the Real ResQ Podcast, Jason Quinn interviews Karaline Hume, a crisis worker for 988 Crisis Lifeline. Hume discusses the importance of advocacy, the challenges faced in crisis management, and the profound impact of her work on individuals in distress. She emphasizes the need for awareness around mental health issues and the critical role of support systems for both those in crisis and the workers who assist them. Hume and Quinn dive into the nuances of mental he...

    55 min
  6. Episode 214: Miles Randell, Paramedic, Co-Founder and President of TEAAM in Canada

    JAN 8

    Episode 214: Miles Randell, Paramedic, Co-Founder and President of TEAAM in Canada

    In this episode of the Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn interviews Miles Randell, an advanced life support paramedic and co-founder of Team Aeromedical. Miles shares his journey into paramedicine, detailing a life-changing rescue operation during a severe winter storm that led him to leave his career as a carpet salesman. He recounts his first solo call as a paramedic, the challenges faced in emergency services, and his experiences with North Shore Rescue. The conversation highlights...

    1h 28m
  7. Episode 213: Andy French, U.S. Army Physician Assistant

    JAN 2

    Episode 213: Andy French, U.S. Army Physician Assistant

    In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn is joined by Andy French, a U.S. Army Physician Assistant. Andy discusses the journey from a military upbringing to his experiences in the Army, the impact of 9/11 on his career choices, and his transition to becoming a Physician Assistant. French shares his unique experiences in emergency medicine, including challenges faced after Physician Assistant school and memorable medical calls that shaped his career. The conversation hi...

    1h 40m
  8. Episode 212: Rick 'Mac' McElrath U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #17

    12/26/2024

    Episode 212: Rick 'Mac' McElrath U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #17

    In this episode of The Real ResQ Podcast, host Jason Quinn is joined by Rick McElrath, U.S. Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer #17. McElrath shares his journey working as a Coast Guard Aviation Survivalman (ASM) before the Rescue Swimmer program was established. He shares a memorable C-130 Hercules mission where he dropped a pump to a distressed boat taking on water. He reflects on Navy Rescue Swimmer School and his assignment to Astoria, Oregon, where he flew his first mission as a Rescue Swimmer, r...

    2h 27m
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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
    251
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 The Real ResQ Podcast
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