29 episodes

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be in the shoes of a firefighter? In this podcast I talk about calls that I have gone on and how they have helped me to build grit. I will help you understand why firefighters think the way we do. I will give you new perspective on life and help you change the way you look at things. I also talk to people who have had struggles in their life and how they have used their experiences to build grit. Thanks for tuning in!

Building Grit FightingThe Fires Of PTSD Nick Wingo

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    • 5.0 • 26 Ratings

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be in the shoes of a firefighter? In this podcast I talk about calls that I have gone on and how they have helped me to build grit. I will help you understand why firefighters think the way we do. I will give you new perspective on life and help you change the way you look at things. I also talk to people who have had struggles in their life and how they have used their experiences to build grit. Thanks for tuning in!

    Episode 29 Dedicated to the loss of my dad John Wingo

    Episode 29 Dedicated to the loss of my dad John Wingo

    In this episode I talk about the loss of my dad.  I have had so much emotion come up because of it.  I have had emotion that I did not even know was possible to have.  My emotion is so much more than just the loss of my dad, its all the death I've seen over the years.  Know you're not alone.  Thanks for tuning in!
     
    Want to learn more about me?
     
    www.nickwingo.com
     
    Want to learn more about Building Grit or get your copy of the book?
     
    www.buildinggrit.co
     

    • 19 min
    Episode 28 With Guest Analise Wingo

    Episode 28 With Guest Analise Wingo

    In this episode I interview my daughter.  We talk about how she is feeling through all of this stuff and what she really wants out of life.  I hope you guys enjoy the episode as mush as I enjoyed recording it.  Thanks for tuning in!
     
    Want to learn more about me?
     
    www.nickwingo.com
     
    Want to learn more about Building Grit or get your copy of the book?
     
    www.buildinggrit.co
     

    • 12 min
    Episode 27 With Guest Zach J. Babcock

    Episode 27 With Guest Zach J. Babcock

    In this episode I interview Zach Babcock.  Zach got himself put into prison and realized after a second time going he needed to make a change in his life.  When Zach got out, no one would give him the time of day or a chance to prove himself.  Zach would not take that and decided to launch a podcast.  Tune in to our conversation, this dude brought the fire.  You can find Zach and his podcast at Underdogempowerment.com.  
     
    Want to learn more about me?
     
    www.nickwingo.com
     
    Want to learn more about Building Grit or get your copy of the book?
     
    www.buildinggrit.co
     

    • 42 min
    Episode 26 with guest Ben Killoy

    Episode 26 with guest Ben Killoy

    In this episode I interview Ben Killoy.  Ben is USMC veteran and has a passion for dads.  He is making it his mission to Bring Every Dad Home.  I really enjoyed the conversation and I hope you will to.  You can find Ben on Facebook and IG.  His website is militaryveterandad.com.  Thanks for tuning in!
     
    Want to learn more about me?
     
    www.nickwingo.com
     
    Want to learn more about Building Grit or get your copy of the book?
     
    www.buildinggrit.co
     

    • 44 min
    Episode 25 with guest Tony Whatley

    Episode 25 with guest Tony Whatley

    In this episode I talk to Tony Whatley.  Tony is a guy that is doing things that no one else is willing to do.  Tony has wore many hats in his life but realized where his passion truly was after getting in an accident that he walked away from unscathed. Tony realized that he was meant for and wanted to make true impact on people.  You can find Tony on IG and Facebook.  You can also learn more about Tony at his website 365driven.com where you can find his podcast, book, and how to get ahold of him.  Thanks for tuning in and I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.  
     
    Want to learn more about me?
     
    www.nickwingo.com
     
    Want to learn more about Building Grit or get your copy of the book?
     
    www.buildinggrit.co
     

    • 44 min
    Episode 24 with guest Owen Wingo

    Episode 24 with guest Owen Wingo

    In this episode I interview my son Owen Wingo.  It was great to get his perspective on things.  I really enjoyed the conversation and I hope you will too!  
     
    Want to learn more about me?
     
    www.nickwingo.com
     
    Want to learn more about Building Grit or get your copy of the book?
     
    www.buildinggrit.co
     

    • 11 min

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26 Ratings

26 Ratings

410dave ,

Heard you on underdog empowerment

Nick is awesome. Heard him on underdog empowerment. Gonna spend today listening his podcast.

grand818 ,

Thank you

Thank you for using your voice! The worlds a better place thanks to you. Keep up the amazing work.

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Awesome

Nick is the real deal. Keep up the awesome content brother.

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