UNTHINKABLE

J. Kyle Bachus
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Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives.

  1. "I Didn't Want to Survive" A Widow's Honest Story of Loss and Hope

    Jun 3

    "I Didn't Want to Survive" A Widow's Honest Story of Loss and Hope

    Unthinkable with Kyle Bachus, Episode 13 In this episode of Unthinkable, Kyle Bachus sits down with certified grief educator and coach Bonnie Bellairs-Reed, whose husband, Michael, was killed in a sudden car accident after a lifetime together. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  • What happens in the first hours, days, and months after losing the person you love most—and why grief creates a mental fog that makes even simple decisions feel impossible  • How Bonnie went from knowing Michael as a five-year-old child to marrying her soulmate—and how that lifelong connection shaped her grief journey  • Why friends and family often disappear after the first few months of loss, and what grieving people actually need instead  • Why Bonnie left a successful 30-year healthcare leadership career and dedicated her life to helping others navigate grief  • What a grief coach says to someone who doesn't want to keep going—and why speaking that truth out loud can be the beginning of healing  • How grief changes your identity, your priorities, and your future—and how joy can eventually coexist with loss  • Why Bonnie believes no one should have to navigate grief alone Learn more about Bonnie Bellairs-Reed:  • Website: https://www.lifesunexpectedjourney.com  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifesunexpectedjourney  * TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bonniebbr  * Email: bonnie@lifesunexpectedjourney.com *********************************** About Unthinkable: Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives.  Watch more episodes of Unthinkable: https://www.kylebachus.com https://www.coloradolaw.net Connect and learn more from your host, Kyle Bachus:  * Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebachus  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bachus-&-schanker-llc  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bachusschanker  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bachusschanker

    42 min
  2. Say Their Name: From Grief to Purpose with Michele Neff Hernandez

    Jan 12

    Say Their Name: From Grief to Purpose with Michele Neff Hernandez

    Unthinkable with Kyle Bachus, Episode 12 In this episode of Unthinkable, Kyle Bachus speaks with Michele Neff Hernandez, CEO and Founder of Soaring Spirits International and Author of “Different After You: Rediscovering Yourself and Healing after Grief and Trauma.” Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The pivotal moment that changed Michele Neff Hernandez’s life forever and inspired her to help others facing unimaginable loss * How grief reshapes your identity, and why it is impossible to return to the person you were before tragedy struck * The surprising role that community plays in healing after the death of a loved one, and how Soaring Spirits International comes to life * Why saying the name of someone who has died is so important * what most people get wrong about comforting the grieving * How trauma and grief intertwine, and what practical steps can help you rebuild after losing both a loved one and your sense of self Learn more about Michele Neff Hernandez: * Connect with Michele on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-neff-hernandez-8a9056b * Visit Michele’s website: http://micheleneffhernandez.com * Visit Soaring Spirits International’s website: https://soaringspirits.org * Visit Soaring Spirits’ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SoaringSpiritsInternational * Follow Soaring Spirits’ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoaringSpiritsInternational * Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/micheleneffher *********************************** About Unthinkable: Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives. Watch more episodes of Unthinkable: https://www.kylebachus.com https://www.coloradolaw.net Connect and learn more from your host, Kyle Bachus: * Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebachus * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bachus-&-schanker-llc * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bachusschanker * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bachusschanker

    52 min
  3. Navigating College with Disabilities, featuring Professor Jenna Gonzalez

    06/04/2025

    Navigating College with Disabilities, featuring Professor Jenna Gonzalez

    Unthinkable with Kyle Bachus, Episode 11 In this episode of Unthinkable, Kyle Bachus speaks with Professor Jenna Gonzalez. Jenna Gonzalez is a proud University of Florida Alum who now serves as the Director of the Disability Resource Center and Adjunct Professor at the College of Education, teaching classes on disability. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Professor Gonzalez’s personal journey into her career, emphasizing the importance of specialized education and professional support for students with disabilities * Cypress Hall at the University of Florida, a uniquely designed dormitory that provides universal accessibility, independent living, and care for students with disabilities * The impact of traumatic injuries on family dynamics * The importance of respite care and family support Learn more about Professor Jenna Gonzalez: * Email: DRC@ufsa.ufl.edu * Collect with Professor Gonzalez on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenna-gonzalez-55491b1ab *********************************** About Unthinkable: Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives. Watch more episodes of Unthinkable: https://www.kylebachus.com https://www.coloradolaw.net Connect and learn more from your host, Kyle Bachus: * Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebachus * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bachus-&-schanker-llc * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bachusschanker * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bachusschanker

    54 min
  4. Behind the Scenes of Truck Crashes & Investigations with Expert Scott L. Turner

    05/07/2025

    Behind the Scenes of Truck Crashes & Investigations with Expert Scott L. Turner

    Unthinkable with Kyle Bachus, Episode 10 In this episode of Unthinkable, Kyle Bachus speaks with Scott L. Turner, Principal and Chief Consultant at Truck Accident & Incident Experts, LLC. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * The importance of proper training, qualifications, and compliance with federal regulations for commercial truck drivers to prevent accidents  * The key role Scott’s firm plays in investigating truck crashes beyond police reports, focusing on driver hiring, retention, and company liabilities  * Practical advice on staying safe around big trucks and reporting unsafe truck driver behavior using DOT numbers and the Safer system Learn more about Scott L. Turner:  * Visit Truck Accident & Incident Experts, LLC’s website: http://www.truckingexpertwitness.com  * Connect with Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-l-turner-55234117 *********************************** About Unthinkable: Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives.  Watch more episodes of Unthinkable: https://www.kylebachus.com https://www.coloradolaw.net Connect and learn more from your host, Kyle Bachus:  * Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebachus  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bachus-&-schanker-llc  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bachusschanker  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bachusschanker

    59 min
  5. Investigating Catastrophic & Wrongful Death Cases with Medical Toxicologist Dr. Bill Boroughf

    04/03/2025

    Investigating Catastrophic & Wrongful Death Cases with Medical Toxicologist Dr. Bill Boroughf

    Unthinkable with Kyle Bachus, Episode 9 In this episode of Unthinkable, Kyle Bachus speaks with Dr. Bill Boroughf, a medical toxicologist with Toxicology Associates, located in Denver, CO. Tune in to the episode to hear about:  * Dr. Boroughf’s career path, the role of toxicologists, and the impact of substances like alcohol and marijuana on forensic investigations  * The rigorous training required to become a medical toxicologist and the various fields where such professionals can work, including academic institutions, poison control centers, and forensic investigations  * The challenges of determining alcohol levels postmortem, addressing issues such as contamination, postmortem redistribution, and fermentation  * The complexities of marijuana impairment and the difficulties in establishing a standardized THC impairment level due to its fat-soluble nature and variable metabolism in the body  * The importance of medical toxicology, particularly in civil litigation cases involving catastrophic injuries or deaths where substance use may have played a role Learn more about Dr. Bill Boroughf:  * Connect with Dr. Boroughf on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-boroughf-9767337a/  *  Visit Toxicology Associates’ website: https://toxicologydenver.com * Subscribe to Dr. Boroughf's substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/billboroughf *********************************** About Unthinkable: Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives.  Watch more episodes of Unthinkable: https://www.kylebachus.com https://www.coloradolaw.net Connect and learn more from your host, Kyle Bachus:  * Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebachus  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bachus-&-schanker-llc  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bachusschanker  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bachusschanker

    1 hr
  6. The Power of Community in Healing Grief with Dr. Micki Burns

    03/13/2025

    The Power of Community in Healing Grief with Dr. Micki Burns

    Unthinkable with Kyle Bachus, Episode 8 In this episode of Unthinkable, Kyle Bachus speaks with Dr. Micki Burns, the Chief Executive Officer at Judi’s House/JAG Institute and an adjunct faculty at the University of Colorado. Judi’s House/JAG Institute is a comprehensive family bereavement center in Metro Denver. She is the National Alliance for Children’s Grief Board Vice President. A Licensed Psychologist with more than two decades of experience providing therapeutic assessment and support to families facing adversity, Micki has witnessed the lasting impact of unaddressed grief. Tune in to the episode to hear about: - Judi’s House/JAG Institute's mission, providing grief counseling and support for children and families experiencing loss - Dr. Burns’ personal journey, which includes significant losses that inspired her career in psychology and ultimately her role at Judi’s House - The founding and evolution of Judi’s House, from its inception by Brian and Brooke Griese to its current status as a comprehensive bereavement center - The programs and services offered by Judi’s House, their impact, and ways the community can support the organization through donations, volunteering, and attending events Learn more about Dr. Micki Burns: - Visit Judi’s House’s website: https://judishouse.org - Connect with Dr. Burns on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickiburns - Visit Judi’s House on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JudisHouseDenver/videos - Follow Judi’s House on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/judishouse - Follow Judi’s House on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/judishouse - Join Dr. Burns at the Strength in the Face of Adversity Luncheon on May 2, 2025: https://judishouse.org/get-involved/attend-an-event/luncheon - Email: MickiB@judishouse.org *********************************** About Unthinkable: Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives. Watch more episodes of Unthinkable: https://www.kylebachus.com https://www.coloradolaw.net Connect and learn more from your host, Kyle Bachus: - Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebachus - Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bachus-&-schanker-llc - Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bachusschanker - Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bachusschanker

    49 min
  7. The Heart of Advocacy: Alyssa Dransfield on Helping Victims Rebuild

    02/11/2025

    The Heart of Advocacy: Alyssa Dransfield on Helping Victims Rebuild

    Unthinkable with Kyle Bachus, Episode 7 In this episode of Unthinkable, Kyle Bachus speaks with Alyssa Dransfield: Victim Advocate, Case Manager & Sexual Assault Specialist at Bachus & Schanker. Tune in to the episode to hear about: * The assistance Alyssa provides, including attending court hearings, managing funeral arrangements, and coordinating other critical tasks * The holistic approach Alyssa uses, going beyond legal recovery, emphasizing client stabilization and ongoing support * The role of victim advocates in ensuring clients are informed and heard in court * The importance of uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage for financial protection * Investigating additional avenues for recovery, including potential liability from establishments serving alcohol to intoxicated individuals * The emotional aspects of working with victims of trauma *********************************** About Unthinkable: Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives. Watch more episodes of Unthinkable: https://www.kylebachus.com https://www.coloradolaw.net Connect and learn more from your host, Kyle Bachus: * Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebachus * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/bachus-&-schanker-llc * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/bachusschanker * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bachusschanker

    55 min
  8. Understanding Police Psychology with Dr. Laurence Miller

    01/13/2025

    Understanding Police Psychology with Dr. Laurence Miller

    Unthinkable with Kyle Bachus, Episode 6 In this episode of Unthinkable, Kyle Bachus speaks with Dr. Laurence Miller, a clinical and forensic psychologist. Dr. Miller serves as the police psychologist for the West Palm Beach Police Department and is a mental health consultant for the Florida Highway Patrol, in addition to conducting training seminars nationwide.  Tune in to the episode to hear about: * Dr. Laurence Miller’s transition from neuropsychology to forensic and police psychology, where he assesses the mental states of defendants and more. * Clarification on what is considered excessive force, emphasizing public misconceptions regarding this and related terms * The decision-making officers make in high-stress situations that often life-or-death and need to be made in a split-second — all influenced by their training, and situational factors * The importance of training in de-escalation techniques, of which officers often become advocates for after witnessing their effectiveness * Psychological screenings standard for all police officers and the overriding factors of personality and stress when it comes to the inclination to use force or not Learn more about Laurence Miller: * Visit Laurence Miller’s page on the Police1 website, an online resource center for the law enforcement industry: https://www.police1.com/columnists/laurence-miller * Visit Laurence Miller’s Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Laurence-Miller/author/B001IU4W9Q?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true  * Call: 561/392-8881   * Email: docmilphd@aol.com *********************************** About Unthinkable: Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives.  Watch more episodes of Unthinkable: https://www.kylebachus.com https://www.coloradolaw.net Connect and learn more from your host, Kyle Bachus:  * Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebachus  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bachus-&-schanker-llc  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bachusschanker  * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bachusschanker

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Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives.

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  • Creator
    J. Kyle Bachus
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © J. Kyle Bachus
  • Show Website
    UNTHINKABLE