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On this episode of APS Radio, FCSN’s VP of Education, Research, & Outreach Russ Osgood discusses his upcoming class at FDIC, and the Five Alarm 5k Run to Remember – In memory of Bobby Halton. Russ’ class: https://www.fdic.com/speakers/russell-osgood 5k Run info: https://www.fdic.com/special-events/special-events/special-events-schedule

On this episode of APS Radio, Gregg Bagdade discusses his recently released book “Mental Health Mayday, A Firefighter’s Survival Guide from Recruit through Retirement”.  Gregg shares his experiences as a Chicago Firefighter/Paramedic, becoming a clinician that works with first responders, his love of the Beatles, and his new book. Gregg’s book can be found at:  https://www.amazon.com/Mental-Health-Mayday-Firefighters-Retirement/dp/1957354224

On this episode of APS Radio, Dr. Miriam Siegel from NIOSH discusses the recently released study regarding birth defects among children of male firefighters.  Dr. Siegel describes the makeup of the study, results, and what firefighters can do to protect themselves.  More information regarding this study can be found at: Blog: https://blogs.cdc.gov/niosh-science-blog/2022/12/21/birth-defects-ff/ Full study: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ajim.23441

Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) President Bryan Frieder’s is featured on APS Radio Episode 24. We discuss the evolution of the FCSN and the fire service towards occupational cancer.  Bryan discusses the partnership with the IAFF and Firefighter Cancer month.  Bryan and I both pay tribute to the recently departed Chief (Ret) Bobby Halton. Firefighter Cancer Support Network – https://firefightercancersupport.org IAFF/FCSN ... Read More

Tim Spradlin has done it all!  Firefighter, Fire Chief, Police Officer, Arson Investigator, Veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, awarded a Bronze Medal, and has three degrees.  Despite all these achievements, Tim was depressed, drinking way too much, had family issues, and dealt with significant PTSD from all his experiences. Saddle up for Tim’s journey from being addicted to ... Read More

Heavy is the crown This episode features Brandon Dreiman from Indianapolis Firefighter’s Local 416 & Dave Gerold from the Columbus Division of Fire. The three of us discuss the perils of being the Peer lead in large departments and the trials and tribulations we’ve personally have had. Topics include being on call 24/7, secondary trauma, sustainability, navigating management, resiliency/coping skills, ... Read More