Built Different

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Real stories from first responders, military veterans, and law enforcement officers. Hear firsthand experiences, untold challenges, and life after the badge....

  1. 11H AGO

    Firefighting, Helicopters & Near-Death Calls | Built Different 38

    In this episode of Built Different, host Colin Ledbetter sits down with veteran firefighter and flight paramedic Chip Ashford to break down a career built on discipline, risk, and purpose. Chip shares his journey from growing up in a firehouse to volunteering at 17, working EMS in St. Louis, and eventually becoming a captain in St. Charles City. Along the way, he became a flight paramedic, responding to high-risk emergencies in helicopters and managing critical care operations. If you’re interested in first responder life, leadership under pressure, or what it means to truly be “built different,” this episode delivers real, unfiltered insight. #firefighter #firstresponders #builtdifferent

    33 min

  2. APR 20

    He got shot, then lost his leg. I had to hear his story | Built Different 37 Ft. Tony Twist

    In this powerful episode of Built Different, @TonyTwist18 sat down with Colin Ledbetter, former St Louis Cop, who flat lined many times and just had his leg amputated 4 years later due to complications. Tony has taken a lot of hits over the years, but this conversation hits DIFFERENT. Colin started Built Different to give first responders a voice nobody else is giving them. From the realities of policing in one of America’s most dangerous cities to advocating for first responder mental health, this conversation dives deep into what’s really happening behind the badge. This isn’t what you see on the news—this is real life. 🎙️ Raw. Honest. Built Different. #inspiration #builtdifferent #firstresponders 🎉 Thank You to Our Sponsor! A BIG thank you to Spas & More! for sponsoring this video. If you’re in the St. Louis area and thinking about adding relaxation, wellness, or fun to your home, be sure to check them out — they’re the place for hot tubs, swim spas, saunas, accessories, and expert service. They’ve been serving the community for over 20 years and truly put the “aaaahh” in spa! 👉 Visit spasandmorestl.com to learn more! Follow Colin Ledbetter on Built Different 📱https://www.instagram.com/colin_a_25/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/colin.ledbetter.3 Follow Trueline Media Group 📱https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/truelinemediagroup 🌐https://www.truelinemediagroup.com/

    34 min

  3. APR 6

    Why People Love the Built Different Podcast (Real Reviews)

    From everyone at Trueline Media Group, we'd like to extend our gratitude to all of our first responders and to Colin for what you all do. Let's grow Built Different together! In this video, you’ll hear honest testimonials from people who actually listen to the show and what keeps them coming back. From motivation to real conversations, this is why Built Different is hitting different. If you’ve been thinking about checking it out, start here. #inspiration #gratitude #firstresponders

    5 min

  4. MAR 19

    Chaos to Comeback? Inside North St. Louis Policing | Built Different 36

    In this episode of Built Different, host Colin Ledbetter sits down with two 6th District officers to talk about policing North St. Louis through COVID, manpower shortages, rising and falling crime trends, and the reality behind the headlines. Brett and Jessica share raw stories from patrol — from vehicle pursuits and violent crime to saving stray dogs and working animal abuse cases — plus what’s changed inside the justice system and on the streets. Real perspective. Real experience. No filters. #stlouis #policepodcast #builtdifferent 🎉 Thank You to Our Sponsor! A BIG thank you to Spas & More! for sponsoring this video. If you’re in the St. Louis area and thinking about adding relaxation, wellness, or fun to your home, be sure to check them out — they’re the place for hot tubs, swim spas, saunas, accessories, and expert service. They’ve been serving the community for over 20 years and truly put the “aaaahh” in spa! 👉 Visit spasandmorestl.com to learn more! Follow Colin Ledbetter on Built Different 📱https://www.instagram.com/colin_a_25/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/colin.ledbetter.3 Follow Trueline Media Group 📱https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/truelinemediagroup 🌐https://www.truelinemediagroup.com/

    41 min

  5. MAR 14

    The Mental Health Crisis Killing First Responders A Firefighter’s Shocking Truth

    Ever wondered what 30 years in the fire service looks like? In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, we sit down with retired Fire Captain Pat Byron, who shares raw insights from nearly three decades serving North County Fire & Rescue. Pat Byron served as a Fire Captain for nearly 30 years with North County Fire & Rescue (formerly Riverview Fire Department), starting in 1985. He witnessed the transformation of firefighting from basic emergency response to advanced paramedic care, navigating explosive call volume growth and departmental consolidations throughout his career. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE and hit the LIKE button – it helps us bring you more first responder stories! #firstresponders #firefighterlife #builtdifferentpodcast ​ 🎉 Thank You to Our Sponsor! A BIG thank you to Spas & More! for sponsoring this video. If you’re in the St. Louis area and thinking about adding relaxation, wellness, or fun to your home, be sure to check them out — they’re the place for hot tubs, swim spas, saunas, accessories, and expert service. They’ve been serving the community for over 20 years and truly put the “aaaahh” in spa! 👉 Visit spasandmorestl.com to learn more! Follow Colin Ledbetter on Built Different 📱https://www.instagram.com/colin_a_25/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/colin.ledbetter.3 Follow Trueline Media Group 📱https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/truelinemediagroup 🌐https://www.truelinemediagroup.com/ @TruelineMediaGroup

    1 min

  6. MAR 13

    911 Dispatcher Reveals The CRAZIEST Calls People Actually Make at 2AM

    Ever wondered what 30 years in the fire service looks like? In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, we sit down with retired Fire Captain Pat Byron, who shares raw insights from nearly three decades serving North County Fire & Rescue. Pat Byron served as a Fire Captain for nearly 30 years with North County Fire & Rescue (formerly Riverview Fire Department), starting in 1985. He witnessed the transformation of firefighting from basic emergency response to advanced paramedic care, navigating explosive call volume growth and departmental consolidations throughout his career. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE and hit the LIKE button – it helps us bring you more first responder stories! #firstresponders #firefighterlife #builtdifferentpodcast ​ 🎉 Thank You to Our Sponsor! A BIG thank you to Spas & More! for sponsoring this video. If you’re in the St. Louis area and thinking about adding relaxation, wellness, or fun to your home, be sure to check them out — they’re the place for hot tubs, swim spas, saunas, accessories, and expert service. They’ve been serving the community for over 20 years and truly put the “aaaahh” in spa! 👉 Visit spasandmorestl.com to learn more! Follow Colin Ledbetter on Built Different 📱https://www.instagram.com/colin_a_25/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/colin.ledbetter.3 Follow Trueline Media Group 📱https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/truelinemediagroup 🌐https://www.truelinemediagroup.com/ @TruelineMediaGroup

    1 min

  7. MAR 12

    Firefighter Reveals 300 Calls to 6,000 Calls Per Year What Changed Everything

    Ever wondered what 30 years in the fire service looks like? In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, we sit down with retired Fire Captain Pat Byron, who shares raw insights from nearly three decades serving North County Fire & Rescue. Pat Byron served as a Fire Captain for nearly 30 years with North County Fire & Rescue (formerly Riverview Fire Department), starting in 1985. He witnessed the transformation of firefighting from basic emergency response to advanced paramedic care, navigating explosive call volume growth and departmental consolidations throughout his career. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE and hit the LIKE button – it helps us bring you more first responder stories! #firstresponders #firefighterlife #builtdifferentpodcast ​ 🎉 Thank You to Our Sponsor! A BIG thank you to Spas & More! for sponsoring this video. If you’re in the St. Louis area and thinking about adding relaxation, wellness, or fun to your home, be sure to check them out — they’re the place for hot tubs, swim spas, saunas, accessories, and expert service. They’ve been serving the community for over 20 years and truly put the “aaaahh” in spa! 👉 Visit spasandmorestl.com to learn more! Follow Colin Ledbetter on Built Different 📱https://www.instagram.com/colin_a_25/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/colin.ledbetter.3 Follow Trueline Media Group 📱https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/truelinemediagroup 🌐https://www.truelinemediagroup.com/ @TruelineMediaGroup

    1 min

  8. MAR 12

    The Truth About Being a Firefighter in 2025: It’s Not What You Think | Built Different 35

    Ever wondered what 30 years in the fire service looks like? In this episode of the Built Different Podcast, we sit down with retired Fire Captain Pat Byron, who shares raw insights from nearly three decades serving North County Fire & Rescue. Pat Byron served as a Fire Captain for nearly 30 years with North County Fire & Rescue (formerly Riverview Fire Department), starting in 1985. He witnessed the transformation of firefighting from basic emergency response to advanced paramedic care, navigating explosive call volume growth and departmental consolidations throughout his career. 👍 If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE and hit the LIKE button – it helps us bring you more first responder stories! #firstresponders #firefighterlife #builtdifferentpodcast ​ 🎉 Thank You to Our Sponsor! A BIG thank you to Spas & More! for sponsoring this video. If you’re in the St. Louis area and thinking about adding relaxation, wellness, or fun to your home, be sure to check them out — they’re the place for hot tubs, swim spas, saunas, accessories, and expert service. They’ve been serving the community for over 20 years and truly put the “aaaahh” in spa! 👉 Visit spasandmorestl.com to learn more! Follow Colin Ledbetter on Built Different 📱https://www.instagram.com/colin_a_25/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/colin.ledbetter.3 Follow Trueline Media Group 📱https://www.instagram.com/truelinemediagroup/ ⓕ https://www.facebook.com/truelinemediagroup 🌐https://www.truelinemediagroup.com/ @TruelineMediaGroup

    46 min
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Real stories from first responders, military veterans, and law enforcement officers. Hear firsthand experiences, untold challenges, and life after the badge....

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  • Channel
    Punchline Productions
  • Creator
    punchlineproductions314
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Explicit
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