10 episodes
Operation Yellow Tape Podcast Fire Lieutenant Ret. Kenny Mitchell Jr.
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5.0 • 19 Ratings
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Fire Lieutenant Ret. Kenny Mitchell Jr., knows firsthand the challenges that first responders and their families face.
During his 21-year career, he's seen the worst that life has to offer. After losing a friend to suicide, Kenny launched Operation Yellow Tape with a mission to make the stigma of mental health struggles in first responders and their families a setback of the past.
With the tagline, "There are too many of us to ever feel alone," Kenny shares his mental health struggles along with the pressures and demands of the job, to connect with his community on a deeper level. His raw authenticity allows him to deliver powerful messages and practical advice that resonate with fellow first responders ensuring that listeners will leave with practical tools they can implement immediately.
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010. I'm Fine!
In this episode we dive into the old answer of, I'm fine. Then we take a new approach at asking someone how they are doing. We cover some signs and symptoms of a mental health setback. We end with hammering home that you have got to come forward and ask for help, people may not know you are struggling. Thank you so much for listening. Keep walking with me!
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
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If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope. -
009. I can't find the words
On this day four years ago we all got the call. April 28, 2020, changed us all forever. Just know it is okay to not have the words. Thank you for listening. Keep walking with me.
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope. -
008. Time to Go Home
In this episode, we hit a little admin with some OYT happenings. Then we dive deep into the topic of preparing ourselves and our families for us coming home from work. We end with some practices, books, and podcasts to add to that positive input you need to add to your life. I cannot do this without you. Keep walking with me.
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope. -
007. Stigma Has a Face!
In our Episode 7 we will dive into a question sent to OYT about the face of the mental health stigma. I will read from my journal to drive home my point that yes, I've seen it. We will end with a conversation about grief and how giving up is not the answer. Thank you so much for listening. Keep the feedback coming. I read and listen to everything. I cannot do this without you. Continue walking with me.
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
Swag: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com/store
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.
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Want more in 2024
In this 6th episode we dive straight into how I've been feeling during the weeks leading up to Christmas. We discuss the importance of quickly calling for resources when you need support. We end with a conversation about improving our faith from the view of my daughter. Thank you so much for the support. I cannot do this without you. Here comes 2024! Walk with me!
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.
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Reach out to those who came before you!
In this 5th episode, we briefly catch up on some happenings with OYT this past month. I chat about the importance of having our emergency service retirees contacted and invited by for a cup of coffee. This goes for all professions, have them stop by. It improves not only their mental health, but yours as well. We end with a journal entry and diving headfirst into why I feel the holidays and especially this month of December can be so difficult. Thank you so much for the continued support, messages, and episode ideas. I read them all. Walk with me.
Website: https://www.kennymitchelljr.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kennymitchellfire/
If you or someone you know needs support call or text 988 now to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You may also chat at 988lifeline.org. There is hope.
Customer Reviews
The Real Deal!
Kenny’s energy and passion for mental health awareness are evident in every message. What he shares is raw, heartfelt, and compelling. The wisdom gleaned by one who’s walked through the lonely valley of deep personal struggle and come out the other side has so much to offer. If you’ve never reached the edge of reason and this feels extreme, know that life can unravel slowly or suddenly for anyone. Now is the time to prepare and those of you the front lines as first responders are at greater risk. Take the advise he offers and put it into practice. Prioritizing mental and emotional wellness and finding healthy activities that enhance your resiliency are as vital as your PPE. If you find yourself familiar with the slippery slope of negative or destructive rumination, Kenny’s messages may be the disruptive battle call and hopeful encouragement you need! Heed the warnings from one who’s been there. Don’t lose years spiraling; grab the lifeline Kenny and others are offering. There are too many of us to ever feel alone. Believe it!
Real
Kenny’s message is real! You really get the feeling that he’s helping you through his years of trials and tribulations. I absolutely love this podcast, I’ve learned so much from his show.
Great podcast!
Kenny does an excellent job delivering messages about the importance of prioritizing mental health, particularly for first responders and their families. In sharing his own personal journey and struggles, he helps to break the stigma that first responders shouldn’t struggle and shouldn’t get help. Delivered with humor, passion, a genuine concern for people, and stories from his 21-year career in fire services, his podcast creates hope for people experiencing mental health challenges. I share his podcast with my counseling clients. Tune in!