Minds on the Frontline Podcast
The Minds on the Frontline Podcast brought to you by the Wayne State University Frontline Strong Together Program in collaboration with the Michigan Crisis and Access Line. Frontline Strong Together, or FST5, provides streamlined access to behavioral health resources, as well as increased access to crisis services to Michigan’s front line five, which includes all professional, part-time, and volunteer firefighters, EMS, law enforcement, corrections officers, and 911 dispatchers. The Michigan Crisis and Access Line, or MiCAL, serves as the central call center for the FST5 Program. FST5 was collaboratively created by first responders and mental health experts to provide 24/7 live support, effective resources, and cutting-edge services to prevent and alleviate PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other frontline work-related mental health challenges. NEED HELP NOW? If you are experiencing any crisis - work related, substance abuse, depression, relationships, financial, or any other, reach out by calling 1-833-34-STRONG or go to FST5.org for more information.
Podcasting since 2023 • 40 episodes
Minds on the Frontline Podcast
Latest Episodes
Building Resilience with Mike Wierenga from 2 The Rescue
In this episode, we welcome Mike Wierenga, retired law enforcement officer, part-time firefighter, and co-founder of 2 The Rescue (TwoTheRescue.com). With over 31 years of public safety experience, Mi...
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Episode 40
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54:02
A sit down with Representative Mike Harris Michigan 52nd District
In this episode, we sit down with Michigan State Representative Mike Harris of the 52nd District. Mike is a retired police officer who brings firsthand insight into the mental and behavioral health challenges faced by frontline workers. R...
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Episode 39
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41:24
Beyond the call with Jim Marshall
In this episode, we welcome Jim Marshall, co-founder and CEO of the 911 Training Institute (www.911training.net) and author of The Resilient 911 Professional. A licensed mental health professional, Jim has dedicated his career to supporting the...
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Season 38
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1:01:17
Strength through support Featuring Brett Key, Warrior’s Rest Foundation
In this episode, Brett Key, co-founder and executive director of Warrior’s Rest Foundation (www.warriorsrestfoundation.org), shares insights from his 26-year law enforcement career and his mission to support first responders' mental health. War...
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Episode 37
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58:34
Heroes are also human - with Brandon Evans
In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Evans, a firefighter, researcher, and founder of Fire to Light. Drawing from over a decade of frontline experience, Brandon shares his journey of addressing mental health challenges in the firefighting ...
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Episode 36
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1:02:38