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The Jewish Road PodcastDon't Sit This One OutEpisode Description
Episode 113: "Don't Sit This One Out: Stand Like Esther with Your Vote"
With division on every front, some believers are stepping back, declaring "Jesus 2024: Our Only Hope." While it's a powerful reminder to keep our eyes on Him, it’s simply not enough to watch from the sidelines. Our faith calls us to be active, engaged, and responsible in our world - not passive spectators. This episode dives into why Christians must participate in the democratic process, even when it feels intimidating or divisive.
Drawing from the story of Esther, Ron and Matt di...2024-11-0415 minThe Jewish Road PodcastFirst-Century Youth Ministry (featuring Heather Quiroz)Summary
Heather Quiroz, founder of First-Century Youth Ministry, joins Matt and Ron Davis on the Jewish Road Podcast to discuss her ministry and the importance of understanding Jesus from within his Jewish context. Heather shares her experience of walking the land of Israel as a first-century disciple and how it radically changed her perspective on the Bible. She emphasizes the need to teach young people the Bible from its cultural and historical context, helping them see the deeper meaning behind the text. Heather's ministry aims to equip youth leaders with resources and knowledge to make disciples who have a strong f...2024-06-0926 minThe Jewish Road PodcastLinks To Messiah (featuring Rachel Kushner)In this conversation, Ron and Matt Davis interview Rachel Kushner, the CEO (Chief Enthusiasm Officer) of Links to Messiah. They discuss Rachel's background growing up in a Messianic Jewish home, the inspiration behind her ministry, and the importance of bridging the gap between the Old and New Testaments.
Rachel shares how Links to Messiah provides resources and activities for families to engage with Jewish holidays and traditions, helping them understand the Jewish roots of their faith. The conversation highlights the significance of family engagement and the joy of learning about the Bible in a fun and interactive...2024-05-2829 minThe Jewish Road PodcastAre Red Heifers In Israel A Sign We're In The Last Days?Summary
In this episode of the Jewish Road Podcast, Matt and Ron Davis discuss the topic of the red heifer, which is a question they frequently get asked. They explore the biblical significance of the red heifer and its connection to the purification rituals in the Old Testament. They also discuss the current interest in the red heifer and its potential role in the construction of the third temple in Jerusalem. While they acknowledge the importance of the red heifer in Jewish tradition, they caution against getting too caught up in the speculation surrounding its significance in...2024-05-0728 minThe Jewish Road PodcastA Deep Rooted Love For Israel with Joshua AaronSummary
In this episode, Matt and Ron Davis interview Joshua Aaron, a musician and believer in Jesus. They discuss Joshua's background, his journey to Israel, and the impact of conflict on his family. They also explore the significance of his songs and their message of unity and love for Israel. In this conversation, Joshua Aaron discusses the impact of his song 'Zion' and how it has resonated with listeners. He also talks about his approach to songwriting and the importance of interpreting the Bible accurately. The conversation touches on the appreciation for old Messianic worship and the...2024-02-1349 minThe Jewish Road PodcastNot To Speak Is To Speak with Jane CarterIn this episode of The Jewish Road Podcast, Matt and Ron Davis are joined by Jane Carter, who shares her family's involvement in the Holocaust and her journey of reconciliation. Though generations removed from the atrocities, Jane apologizes for her family's past actions and stands in solidarity with the Jewish people today. She expresses her support for Israel and encourages others to take a stand against anti-Semitism. The conversation highlights the importance of not remaining silent in the face of evil and the need to love and support the Jewish community. She shares her journey of standing with Israel...2023-12-2931 minThe Jewish Road Podcast52 Sabbaths with David HoffbrandSummary
In this episode, Ron and Matt Davis interview David Hoffbrand about his book, '52 Sabbaths: Unwrapping the Gift of God's Rest.' They discuss the importance of the Sabbath, its significance in the Bible, and its relevance in modern life. David explains that the Sabbath is not just about rest but also about restoring relationships and finding wholeness. He emphasizes the need to prioritize family and invest in faith and trust. The book provides 52 reflections on different aspects of the Sabbath, helping readers understand and apply its principles in their lives.
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The...2023-12-2640 minThe Jewish Road PodcastThe Jewish Road AheadSummary
Matt and Ron Davis discuss their year-end impact report and their mission to help Christians understand the roots of their faith and help Jewish people make sense of Jesus.
They highlight the dilemma of Jewish identity and the misidentification of Jesus among both Christians and Jewish people. They emphasize the urgency of the times and the need to be a voice in the wilderness.
The conversation also covers their methods of spreading the message, including writing a book and fundraising for projects in Israel. They conclude by calling for support and prayer...2023-12-1946 minThe Jewish Road PodcastSpeak To The Heart Of Jerusalem with Candyce HyslipDo you feel worn down? There's lots of places and opportunities to feel it. The politics, the divisions, the world situation, the wars, the rumors of wars, the devastation and hatred we see on every screen we face - it's all there.
In this episode, Matt & Marilee Davis sit down with Candyce Hyslip to look into the recent turmoil in Israel following the Hamas attacks and the distressing rise of anti-Semitism. What does it look like to pray and the significance of being physically and emotionally present for those enduring suffering. The truth is, two months into...2023-12-1347 min
Peeling Back The MaskInterview with Ron DavisIn this interview, I talk with Ron Davis, a paramedic for 25 years, Instructor and now Life Coach and Counselor, specializing in treatment of addictions.
We talk about medications for anxiety, depression, ADHA and in general, their affects on the brain and body, how it affects our ability to function , the long term affects as well as some other topics I hope you will find interesting.
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Confessions of an EMS Newbie79 Finished Paramedic School(46:21) For Ron paramedic school is over. Finished his clinicals including getting his vaginal birth, took his department’s oral board exam and 180 question final. Ron and Kelly noticed today that this podcast has become a lot less newbie friendly because he now understands all those terms he didn’t earlier in his school time, so … Continue reading 79 Finished Paramedic School →2012-03-2000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast79 Finished Paramedic School(46:21) For Ron paramedic school is over. Finished his clinicals including getting his vaginal birth, took his department’s oral board exam and 180 question final. Ron and Kelly noticed today that this podcast has become a lot less newbie friendly because he now understands all those terms he didn’t earlier in his school time, so … Continue reading 79 Finished Paramedic School →2012-03-2000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast79 Finished Paramedic School(46:21) For Ron paramedic school is over. Finished his clinicals including getting his vaginal birth, took his department’s oral board exam and 180 question final. Ron and Kelly noticed today that this podcast has become a lot less newbie friendly because he now understands all those terms he didn’t earlier in his school time, so … Continue reading 79 Finished Paramedic School →2012-03-2000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast79 Finished Paramedic School(46:21) For Ron paramedic school is over. Finished his clinicals including getting his vaginal birth, took his department’s oral board exam and 180 question final. Ron and Kelly noticed today that this podcast has become a lot less newbie friendly because he now understands all those terms he didn’t earlier in his school time, so … Continue reading 79 Finished Paramedic School →2012-03-2000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast75 Real Medic Stuff Now(45:44) We’re back from a long break and the Newbie has been busy. Ron started his clinical internship and have now done 4 24 hour shifts with one crew at the Harris County Emergency Corps. He’s learning a lot, here’s some of the thing Ron and Kelly talk about: How to use the IV cath … Continue reading 75 Real Medic Stuff Now →2012-01-1845 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast75 Real Medic Stuff Now(45:44) We’re back from a long break and the Newbie has been busy. Ron started his clinical internship and have now done 4 24 hour shifts with one crew at the Harris County Emergency Corps. He’s learning a lot, here’s some of the thing Ron and Kelly talk about: How to use the IV cath … Continue reading 75 Real Medic Stuff Now →2012-01-1845 minConfessions of an EMS Newbie75 Real Medic Stuff Now(45:44) We’re back from a long break and the Newbie has been busy. Ron started his clinical internship and have now done 4 24 hour shifts with one crew at the Harris County Emergency Corps. He’s learning a lot, here’s some of the thing Ron and Kelly talk about: How to use the IV cath … Continue reading 75 Real Medic Stuff Now →2012-01-1845 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast75 Real Medic Stuff Now(45:44) We’re back from a long break and the Newbie has been busy. Ron started his clinical internship and have now done 4 24 hour shifts with one crew at the Harris County Emergency Corps. He’s learning a lot, here’s some of the thing Ron and Kelly talk about: How to use the IV cath … Continue reading 75 Real Medic Stuff Now →2012-01-1845 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast72 Hematology and Burn Out(33:54) Blooooodddd, maybe this should have been the halloween episode. Ron learns about blood diseases. Its also scary how burned out everyone in class is getting at this point. Only 3 weeks to go. Ron gets his textbook changed. He also gets an EMS job, find out what’s scary about that on this week’s episode. … Continue reading 72 Hematology and Burn Out →2011-12-0533 minConfessions of an EMS Newbie72 Hematology and Burn Out(33:54) Blooooodddd, maybe this should have been the halloween episode. Ron learns about blood diseases. Its also scary how burned out everyone in class is getting at this point. Only 3 weeks to go. Ron gets his textbook changed. He also gets an EMS job, find out what’s scary about that on this week’s episode. … Continue reading 72 Hematology and Burn Out →2011-12-0533 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast72 Hematology and Burn Out(33:54) Blooooodddd, maybe this should have been the halloween episode. Ron learns about blood diseases. Its also scary how burned out everyone in class is getting at this point. Only 3 weeks to go. Ron gets his textbook changed. He also gets an EMS job, find out what’s scary about that on this week’s episode. … Continue reading 72 Hematology and Burn Out →2011-12-0533 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast72 Hematology and Burn Out(33:54) Blooooodddd, maybe this should have been the halloween episode. Ron learns about blood diseases. Its also scary how burned out everyone in class is getting at this point. Only 3 weeks to go. Ron gets his textbook changed. He also gets an EMS job, find out what’s scary about that on this week’s episode. … Continue reading 72 Hematology and Burn Out →2011-12-0533 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast70 Toxicology and Abuse(42:15) Ron and Kelly talk about overdoses and antidotes, how to deal with calls that have signs of domestic abuse, and we hear that Ron’s white cloud, may be getting a bit more grey… What I Did This Week Medical Emergencies *What are typical overdoses?* Do you carry any antidotes? Warming activated charcoal? Carry ipecac … Continue reading 70 Toxicology and Abuse →2011-11-2142 minConfessions of an EMS Newbie70 Toxicology and Abuse(42:15) Ron and Kelly talk about overdoses and antidotes, how to deal with calls that have signs of domestic abuse, and we hear that Ron’s white cloud, may be getting a bit more grey… What I Did This Week Medical Emergencies *What are typical overdoses?* Do you carry any antidotes? Warming activated charcoal? Carry ipecac … Continue reading 70 Toxicology and Abuse →2011-11-2142 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast70 Toxicology and Abuse(42:15) Ron and Kelly talk about overdoses and antidotes, how to deal with calls that have signs of domestic abuse, and we hear that Ron’s white cloud, may be getting a bit more grey… What I Did This Week Medical Emergencies *What are typical overdoses?* Do you carry any antidotes? Warming activated charcoal? Carry ipecac … Continue reading 70 Toxicology and Abuse →2011-11-2142 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast70 Toxicology and Abuse(42:15) Ron and Kelly talk about overdoses and antidotes, how to deal with calls that have signs of domestic abuse, and we hear that Ron’s white cloud, may be getting a bit more grey… What I Did This Week Medical Emergencies *What are typical overdoses?* Do you carry any antidotes? Warming activated charcoal? Carry ipecac … Continue reading 70 Toxicology and Abuse →2011-11-2142 min
Photographer and Model Blog117 Steven Thompson Portfolio Review(15:00) This week Ron and Shawna talk smack about Steven Thompson’s Model Mayhem portfolio. Shawna talks about modeling when a photographer makes you look bad…on purpose. Ron says “I get where he’s coming from…” alot and mentions something models do that is annoying. Get complete information on the The Photographer and Model Podcast. Subscribe or […]2011-11-1700 minPhotographer and Model Blog113 – Model Hollis Ireland(26:38) Redhead traveling model Hollis Ireland joins Ron and Shawna this week and reveals the secrets of the globetrotting model. Recorded from Hollis’s front seat as she travelled for an authentic feel. Turns out those models who travel around shooting have secret lists. Ron found out he wasn’t on the good one. Luckily he wasn’t […]2011-10-1300 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieSP 07 Wilderness EMS(29:02) In Special Episode 7, Ron interviews Jeff Isaac from Wilderness Medical Associates. Ron and Jeff discuss how wilderness doesn’t necessarily mean deep in the back country or in a cave, how the definition has changed over the years, and why WEMT is useful for all EMT and Paramedic practitioners. Jeff is a physician assistant … Continue reading SP 07 Wilderness EMS →2011-10-0503 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP 07 Wilderness EMS(29:02) In Special Episode 7, Ron interviews Jeff Isaac from Wilderness Medical Associates. Ron and Jeff discuss how wilderness doesn’t necessarily mean deep in the back country or in a cave, how the definition has changed over the years, and why WEMT is useful for all EMT and Paramedic practitioners. Jeff is a physician assistant … Continue reading SP 07 Wilderness EMS →2011-10-0503 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP 07 Wilderness EMS(29:02) In Special Episode 7, Ron interviews Jeff Isaac from Wilderness Medical Associates. Ron and Jeff discuss how wilderness doesn’t necessarily mean deep in the back country or in a cave, how the definition has changed over the years, and why WEMT is useful for all EMT and Paramedic practitioners. Jeff is a physician assistant … Continue reading SP 07 Wilderness EMS →2011-10-0503 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP 07 Wilderness EMS(29:02) In Special Episode 7, Ron interviews Jeff Isaac from Wilderness Medical Associates. Ron and Jeff discuss how wilderness doesn’t necessarily mean deep in the back country or in a cave, how the definition has changed over the years, and why WEMT is useful for all EMT and Paramedic practitioners. Jeff is a physician assistant … Continue reading SP 07 Wilderness EMS →2011-10-0503 minPhotographer and Model Blog111 – Weeee’rrrre Back!(20:25) And Shawna is punchy. But not in the way that leaves Ron bloody at the end of the show. Find out what she’s been doing during our break that has made her funny all the time. We also talked about changes that are coming to Photographer and Model from Ron. The biggest change is […]2011-09-3020 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast62 EMSWorld Expo Recap(27:11) Ron missed the first week of school because off EMSWorld Expo, so the guys talk about what happen there. Answering questions like, “What’s the most memorable thing that happen to you at the expo?”, “See any cool gadgets at the show?” and “What’s it like to be kilted in Vegas?” Mentions: Ron’s Kilted to … Continue reading 62 EMSWorld Expo Recap →2011-09-1400 minConfessions of an EMS Newbie62 EMSWorld Expo Recap(27:11) Ron missed the first week of school because off EMSWorld Expo, so the guys talk about what happen there. Answering questions like, “What’s the most memorable thing that happen to you at the expo?”, “See any cool gadgets at the show?” and “What’s it like to be kilted in Vegas?” Mentions: Ron’s Kilted to … Continue reading 62 EMSWorld Expo Recap →2011-09-1400 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast62 EMSWorld Expo Recap(27:11) Ron missed the first week of school because off EMSWorld Expo, so the guys talk about what happen there. Answering questions like, “What’s the most memorable thing that happen to you at the expo?”, “See any cool gadgets at the show?” and “What’s it like to be kilted in Vegas?” Mentions: Ron’s Kilted to … Continue reading 62 EMSWorld Expo Recap →2011-09-1400 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast62 EMSWorld Expo Recap(27:11) Ron missed the first week of school because off EMSWorld Expo, so the guys talk about what happen there. Answering questions like, “What’s the most memorable thing that happen to you at the expo?”, “See any cool gadgets at the show?” and “What’s it like to be kilted in Vegas?” Mentions: Ron’s Kilted to … Continue reading 62 EMSWorld Expo Recap →2011-09-1400 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast58 CHF(36:33) This week Ron studied CHF and asks “Why do they call it congestive heart failure?” He also had Exam III cardiology. He and Kelly discuss how traing for a code is different for nurses and paramedics. Last week we talked about how everyone shouldn’t get oxygen and Ron mentioned his medical director sent out … Continue reading 58 CHF →2011-08-1100 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast58 CHF(36:33) This week Ron studied CHF and asks “Why do they call it congestive heart failure?” He also had Exam III cardiology. He and Kelly discuss how traing for a code is different for nurses and paramedics. Last week we talked about how everyone shouldn’t get oxygen and Ron mentioned his medical director sent out … Continue reading 58 CHF →2011-08-1100 minConfessions of an EMS Newbie58 CHF(36:33) This week Ron studied CHF and asks “Why do they call it congestive heart failure?” He also had Exam III cardiology. He and Kelly discuss how traing for a code is different for nurses and paramedics. Last week we talked about how everyone shouldn’t get oxygen and Ron mentioned his medical director sent out … Continue reading 58 CHF →2011-08-1100 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast58 CHF(36:33) This week Ron studied CHF and asks “Why do they call it congestive heart failure?” He also had Exam III cardiology. He and Kelly discuss how traing for a code is different for nurses and paramedics. Last week we talked about how everyone shouldn’t get oxygen and Ron mentioned his medical director sent out … Continue reading 58 CHF →2011-08-1100 minConfessions of an EMS Newbie53 Sinus Dysrhythmia(31:01) This week Ron learned about dysrhythmia – and wonders whether the interpreting of rhythms is an art or a science. Ron and Kelly discuss different methods of reading strips, whether or not Ron should have multiple sources for learning to read them, and the difference between ECG and EKG. Mentions Basic Arrhythmias by Gail … Continue reading 53 Sinus Dysrhythmia →2011-07-0631 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast53 Sinus Dysrhythmia(31:01) This week Ron learned about dysrhythmia – and wonders whether the interpreting of rhythms is an art or a science. Ron and Kelly discuss different methods of reading strips, whether or not Ron should have multiple sources for learning to read them, and the difference between ECG and EKG. Mentions Basic Arrhythmias by Gail … Continue reading 53 Sinus Dysrhythmia →2011-07-0631 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast53 Sinus Dysrhythmia(31:01) This week Ron learned about dysrhythmia – and wonders whether the interpreting of rhythms is an art or a science. Ron and Kelly discuss different methods of reading strips, whether or not Ron should have multiple sources for learning to read them, and the difference between ECG and EKG. Mentions Basic Arrhythmias by Gail … Continue reading 53 Sinus Dysrhythmia →2011-07-0631 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast53 Sinus Dysrhythmia(31:01) This week Ron learned about dysrhythmia – and wonders whether the interpreting of rhythms is an art or a science. Ron and Kelly discuss different methods of reading strips, whether or not Ron should have multiple sources for learning to read them, and the difference between ECG and EKG. Mentions Basic Arrhythmias by Gail … Continue reading 53 Sinus Dysrhythmia →2011-07-0631 minConfessions of an EMS Newbie50 Wii CPR(48:11) Ron started cardiology this week and they went back to basics CPR. For about 6 hours this week. He and Kelly discuss changes to CPR. We talk about the Phillips cardiac monitor “hockey puck” and the Zoll AED’s talking. Survivor Paramedic has Ron’s class down to 7 students, but we supplemented by 8 nursing … Continue reading 50 Wii CPR →2011-06-1500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast50 Wii CPR(48:11) Ron started cardiology this week and they went back to basics CPR. For about 6 hours this week. He and Kelly discuss changes to CPR. We talk about the Phillips cardiac monitor “hockey puck” and the Zoll AED’s talking. Survivor Paramedic has Ron’s class down to 7 students, but we supplemented by 8 nursing … Continue reading 50 Wii CPR →2011-06-1500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast50 Wii CPR(48:11) Ron started cardiology this week and they went back to basics CPR. For about 6 hours this week. He and Kelly discuss changes to CPR. We talk about the Phillips cardiac monitor “hockey puck” and the Zoll AED’s talking. Survivor Paramedic has Ron’s class down to 7 students, but we supplemented by 8 nursing … Continue reading 50 Wii CPR →2011-06-1500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast50 Wii CPR(48:11) Ron started cardiology this week and they went back to basics CPR. For about 6 hours this week. He and Kelly discuss changes to CPR. We talk about the Phillips cardiac monitor “hockey puck” and the Zoll AED’s talking. Survivor Paramedic has Ron’s class down to 7 students, but we supplemented by 8 nursing … Continue reading 50 Wii CPR →2011-06-1500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP 06 Paramedic Doctor Ryan Hodnick(22:40) Ever wonder what it is like to go from paramedic to doctor? Well in this episode you will find out. Ron interviews Dr Ryan Hodnick a resident in Emergency Medicine at UNLV medical school in Las Vegas. He answer’s Ron’s questions about why ER docs do things and what EMS can do to help … Continue reading SP 06 Paramedic Doctor Ryan Hodnick →2011-06-1000 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieSP 06 Paramedic Doctor Ryan Hodnick(22:40) Ever wonder what it is like to go from paramedic to doctor? Well in this episode you will find out. Ron interviews Dr Ryan Hodnick a resident in Emergency Medicine at UNLV medical school in Las Vegas. He answer’s Ron’s questions about why ER docs do things and what EMS can do to help … Continue reading SP 06 Paramedic Doctor Ryan Hodnick →2011-06-1000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP 06 Paramedic Doctor Ryan Hodnick(22:40) Ever wonder what it is like to go from paramedic to doctor? Well in this episode you will find out. Ron interviews Dr Ryan Hodnick a resident in Emergency Medicine at UNLV medical school in Las Vegas. He answer’s Ron’s questions about why ER docs do things and what EMS can do to help … Continue reading SP 06 Paramedic Doctor Ryan Hodnick →2011-06-1000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP 06 Paramedic Doctor Ryan Hodnick(22:40) Ever wonder what it is like to go from paramedic to doctor? Well in this episode you will find out. Ron interviews Dr Ryan Hodnick a resident in Emergency Medicine at UNLV medical school in Las Vegas. He answer’s Ron’s questions about why ER docs do things and what EMS can do to help … Continue reading SP 06 Paramedic Doctor Ryan Hodnick →2011-06-1000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast48 Listener Questions(39:57) School is over and Ron has taken his EMT-I exam…but does not yet know the results. And so we devote an entire episode to listener questions! And don’t forget to write your entry into the… EMS Newbie EMSWorld Essay Contest Links to the other Podcast in which Ron is appearing: Ron: In the Rabbit … Continue reading 48 Listener Questions →2011-05-2500 minConfessions of an EMS Newbie48 Listener Questions(39:57) School is over and Ron has taken his EMT-I exam…but does not yet know the results. And so we devote an entire episode to listener questions! And don’t forget to write your entry into the… EMS Newbie EMSWorld Essay Contest Links to the other Podcast in which Ron is appearing: Ron: In the Rabbit … Continue reading 48 Listener Questions →2011-05-2500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast48 Listener Questions(39:57) School is over and Ron has taken his EMT-I exam…but does not yet know the results. And so we devote an entire episode to listener questions! And don’t forget to write your entry into the… EMS Newbie EMSWorld Essay Contest Links to the other Podcast in which Ron is appearing: Ron: In the Rabbit … Continue reading 48 Listener Questions →2011-05-2500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie Podcast48 Listener Questions(39:57) School is over and Ron has taken his EMT-I exam…but does not yet know the results. And so we devote an entire episode to listener questions! And don’t forget to write your entry into the… EMS Newbie EMSWorld Essay Contest Links to the other Podcast in which Ron is appearing: Ron: In the Rabbit … Continue reading 48 Listener Questions →2011-05-2500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 40 – HazMat(38:41) This week we talk about the time Kelly stripped down in class. Ron’s trauma test and scenario. Learn how chest decompression really works. Handling belligerent bystanders, and HazMat. After the Harris County HazMat team talked to Ron’s class, he learned how a thumb has been replaced with a pinkie. Kelly informs us of the … Continue reading Ep 40 – HazMat →2011-03-3000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 40 – HazMat(38:41) This week we talk about the time Kelly stripped down in class. Ron’s trauma test and scenario. Learn how chest decompression really works. Handling belligerent bystanders, and HazMat. After the Harris County HazMat team talked to Ron’s class, he learned how a thumb has been replaced with a pinkie. Kelly informs us of the … Continue reading Ep 40 – HazMat →2011-03-3000 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 40 – HazMat(38:41) This week we talk about the time Kelly stripped down in class. Ron’s trauma test and scenario. Learn how chest decompression really works. Handling belligerent bystanders, and HazMat. After the Harris County HazMat team talked to Ron’s class, he learned how a thumb has been replaced with a pinkie. Kelly informs us of the … Continue reading Ep 40 – HazMat →2011-03-3000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 40 – HazMat(38:41) This week we talk about the time Kelly stripped down in class. Ron’s trauma test and scenario. Learn how chest decompression really works. Handling belligerent bystanders, and HazMat. After the Harris County HazMat team talked to Ron’s class, he learned how a thumb has been replaced with a pinkie. Kelly informs us of the … Continue reading Ep 40 – HazMat →2011-03-3000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 35 Shock, Air Medical And NIMS(33:34) Trauma seems to come down to shock, and that’s what Ron has been focused on. So we talk shock and patient assessment. Everyone loves the helicopters. This week Ron also studied aeromedical and we talk about they can and can’t do. And lastly NIMS – the National Incident Management System. The course work of … Continue reading Ep 35 Shock, Air Medical And NIMS →2011-02-1600 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 35 Shock, Air Medical And NIMS(33:34) Trauma seems to come down to shock, and that’s what Ron has been focused on. So we talk shock and patient assessment. Everyone loves the helicopters. This week Ron also studied aeromedical and we talk about they can and can’t do. And lastly NIMS – the National Incident Management System. The course work of … Continue reading Ep 35 Shock, Air Medical And NIMS →2011-02-1600 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 35 Shock, Air Medical And NIMS(33:34) Trauma seems to come down to shock, and that’s what Ron has been focused on. So we talk shock and patient assessment. Everyone loves the helicopters. This week Ron also studied aeromedical and we talk about they can and can’t do. And lastly NIMS – the National Incident Management System. The course work of … Continue reading Ep 35 Shock, Air Medical And NIMS →2011-02-1600 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP 03 Dr Bill Drees(1:08:22) This week we have another special episode where Ron interviews the head of his paramedic program Dr. Bill Drees. They talk specifically about the program Ron is in and why it is structured the way it is. What impact will the NREMT accreditation requirement have on paramedic programs and The Street vs The … Continue reading SP 03 Dr Bill Drees →2011-01-0500 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieSP 03 Dr Bill Drees[audio:SP3_BillDreesInterview.mp3] (1:08:22) This week we have another special episode where Ron interviews the head of his paramedic program Dr. Bill Drees. They talk specifically about the program Ron is in and why it is structured the way it is. What impact will the NREMT accreditation requirement have on paramedic programs and The Street vs The … Continue reading SP 03 Dr Bill Drees →2011-01-0500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP 03 Dr Bill Drees[audio:SP3_BillDreesInterview.mp3] (1:08:22) This week we have another special episode where Ron interviews the head of his paramedic program Dr. Bill Drees. They talk specifically about the program Ron is in and why it is structured the way it is. What impact will the NREMT accreditation requirement have on paramedic programs and The Street vs The … Continue reading SP 03 Dr Bill Drees →2011-01-0500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 29 One Done(32:55) Finals week is over and Ron went on his first shift as a volunteer. We talk about finals and having high standards. We also talk about testing and how it is done in colleges now and what that means for the student. Ron got to meet his medical director where he is volunteering … Continue reading Ep 29 One Done →2010-12-2200 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 29 One Done[audio:29_OneDone.mp3] (32:55) Finals week is over and Ron went on his first shift as a volunteer. We talk about finals and having high standards. We also talk about testing and how it is done in colleges now and what that means for the student. Ron got to meet his medical director where he is volunteering … Continue reading Ep 29 One Done →2010-12-2200 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 29 One Done[audio:29_OneDone.mp3] (32:55) Finals week is over and Ron went on his first shift as a volunteer. We talk about finals and having high standards. We also talk about testing and how it is done in colleges now and what that means for the student. Ron got to meet his medical director where he is volunteering … Continue reading Ep 29 One Done →2010-12-2200 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 28 Acid Base(43:20) This week Ron did his practical testing – ET, Combitube, IV, Patient Assessment Medical and we talk about that, including answering some listener questions about testing. Ron asks Kelly, “What are vitals?” and the answer is an interesting discussion. Ron’s medical scenarios was something he hadn’t studied since Basic. He could remember what … Continue reading Ep 28 Acid Base →2010-12-1500 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 28 Acid Base[audio:28_AcidBase.mp3] (43:20) This week Ron did his practical testing – ET, Combitube, IV, Patient Assessment Medical and we talk about that, including answering some listener questions about testing. Ron asks Kelly, “What are vitals?” and the answer is an interesting discussion. Ron’s medical scenarios was something he hadn’t studied since Basic. He could remember what … Continue reading Ep 28 Acid Base →2010-12-1500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 28 Acid Base[audio:28_AcidBase.mp3] (43:20) This week Ron did his practical testing – ET, Combitube, IV, Patient Assessment Medical and we talk about that, including answering some listener questions about testing. Ron asks Kelly, “What are vitals?” and the answer is an interesting discussion. Ron’s medical scenarios was something he hadn’t studied since Basic. He could remember what … Continue reading Ep 28 Acid Base →2010-12-1500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 28 Acid Base(43:20) This week Ron did his practical testing – ET, Combitube, IV, Patient Assessment Medical and we talk about that, including answering some listener questions about testing. Ron asks Kelly, “What are vitals?” and the answer is an interesting discussion. Ron’s medical scenarios was something he hadn’t studied since Basic. He could remember what … Continue reading Ep 28 Acid Base →2010-12-1500 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 27 Let the Testing Begin[audio:27_LetTestingBegin.mp3] (46:53) Ron had two tests and his last clinical this week. Pretty much nothing but testing from here on out. We talk a little about EMT Intermediate 85/99. Learn at what point Ron’s last patient asked, “Did I get a student?” And all about his injury prevention program he’s working on. We follow up … Continue reading Ep 27 Let the Testing Begin →2010-12-0800 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 27 Let the Testing Begin[audio:27_LetTestingBegin.mp3] (46:53) Ron had two tests and his last clinical this week. Pretty much nothing but testing from here on out. We talk a little about EMT Intermediate 85/99. Learn at what point Ron’s last patient asked, “Did I get a student?” And all about his injury prevention program he’s working on. We follow up … Continue reading Ep 27 Let the Testing Begin →2010-12-0800 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 27 Let the Testing Begin(46:53) Ron had two tests and his last clinical this week. Pretty much nothing but testing from here on out. We talk a little about EMT Intermediate 85/99. Learn at what point Ron’s last patient asked, “Did I get a student?” And all about his injury prevention program he’s working on. We follow up … Continue reading Ep 27 Let the Testing Begin →2010-12-0800 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 26 More Conference[audio:26_MoreConference.mp3] (55:54) We talk some more about things Ron learned at the Texas EMS conference. He asks, “Doesn’t anyone know how to take a BP?” Find out what Ron’s favorite condition is, and everything you wanted to know about it. We also discuss drawing blood on the ambulance and how hospitals feel about it. And … Continue reading Ep 26 More Conference →2010-12-0100 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 26 More Conference(55:54) We talk some more about things Ron learned at the Texas EMS conference. He asks, “Doesn’t anyone know how to take a BP?” Find out what Ron’s favorite condition is, and everything you wanted to know about it. We also discuss drawing blood on the ambulance and how hospitals feel about it. And … Continue reading Ep 26 More Conference →2010-12-0100 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 26 More Conference[audio:26_MoreConference.mp3] (55:54) We talk some more about things Ron learned at the Texas EMS conference. He asks, “Doesn’t anyone know how to take a BP?” Find out what Ron’s favorite condition is, and everything you wanted to know about it. We also discuss drawing blood on the ambulance and how hospitals feel about it. And … Continue reading Ep 26 More Conference →2010-12-0100 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP01 Interview Dr Bryan Bledsoe[audio:SP1_DrBledsoeInterview.mp3] (53:17) This is a special episode where the EMS Newbie, Ron Davis, interviews Dr Bryan Bledsoe. As Kelly puts it, Dr. Bledsoe is a rock star in EMS. He speaks at numerous EMS conferences, teaches Emergency Medicine at the UNLV Medical School, and literally wrote the book on Paramedic Care. The 5 volume set … Continue reading SP01 Interview Dr Bryan Bledsoe →2010-09-3000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP01 Interview Dr Bryan Bledsoe(53:17) This is a special episode where the EMS Newbie, Ron Davis, interviews Dr Bryan Bledsoe. As Kelly puts it, Dr. Bledsoe is a rock star in EMS. He speaks at numerous EMS conferences, teaches Emergency Medicine at the UNLV Medical School, and literally wrote the book on Paramedic Care. The 5 volume set … Continue reading SP01 Interview Dr Bryan Bledsoe →2010-09-3000 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieSP01 Interview Dr Bryan Bledsoe[audio:SP1_DrBledsoeInterview.mp3] (53:17) This is a special episode where the EMS Newbie, Ron Davis, interviews Dr Bryan Bledsoe. As Kelly puts it, Dr. Bledsoe is a rock star in EMS. He speaks at numerous EMS conferences, teaches Emergency Medicine at the UNLV Medical School, and literally wrote the book on Paramedic Care. The 5 volume set … Continue reading SP01 Interview Dr Bryan Bledsoe →2010-09-3000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastSP01 Interview Dr Bryan Bledsoe(53:17) This is a special episode where the EMS Newbie, Ron Davis, interviews Dr Bryan Bledsoe. As Kelly puts it, Dr. Bledsoe is a rock star in EMS. He speaks at numerous EMS conferences, teaches Emergency Medicine at the UNLV Medical School, and literally wrote the book on Paramedic Care. The 5 volume set … Continue reading SP01 Interview Dr Bryan Bledsoe →2010-09-3000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 14 Beginning Paramedic School(29:43) This week we talk about how many EMS schools there are in Texas and how many of them are accredited. Ron started the Lone Star College North Harris two year paramedic program, which is accredited, this week. We talk a lot about that program and how it is structured. Ron asked the head … Continue reading Ep 14 Beginning Paramedic School →2010-09-0800 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 14 Beginning Paramedic School[audio:14_BeginPSchool.mp3] (29:43) This week we talk about how many EMS schools there are in Texas and how many of them are accredited. Ron started the Lone Star College North Harris two year paramedic program, which is accredited, this week. We talk a lot about that program and how it is structured. Ron asked the head … Continue reading Ep 14 Beginning Paramedic School →2010-09-0800 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 11 – Patient Assessment Failure(43:43) Learn how Ron failed and then passed Patient Assessment Medical and how that could be a good thing. Ron also retook his CPR for heathcare provider this weekend, find out why and how that’s important to the newbie. It is coming down to the final week of class and Ron could be an … Continue reading Ep 11 – Patient Assessment Failure →2010-08-1800 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 11 – Patient Assessment Failure[audio:11_PatientAssFail.mp3] (43:43) Learn how Ron failed and then passed Patient Assessment Medical and how that could be a good thing. Ron also retook his CPR for heathcare provider this weekend, find out why and how that’s important to the newbie. It is coming down to the final week of class and Ron could be an … Continue reading Ep 11 – Patient Assessment Failure →2010-08-1800 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 11 – Patient Assessment Failure(43:43) Learn how Ron failed and then passed Patient Assessment Medical and how that could be a good thing. Ron also retook his CPR for heathcare provider this weekend, find out why and how that’s important to the newbie. It is coming down to the final week of class and Ron could be an … Continue reading Ep 11 – Patient Assessment Failure →2010-08-1800 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 10 I Don’t Know Nothing Bout Birth’n No Babies[audio:10_Babies.mp3] (42:41) This week Ron covered behavioral Emergencies and started talking about delivering babies in class. How many do you think Kelly has delivered? Find out on this episode. Ron also passed my Patient Assessment Trauma skill on Wednesday and will attempt Patient Assessment Medical on Monday. So he asks Kelly for tips on doing … Continue reading Ep 10 I Don’t Know Nothing Bout Birth’n No Babies →2010-08-1100 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 10 I Don’t Know Nothing Bout Birth’n No Babies(42:41) This week Ron covered behavioral Emergencies and started talking about delivering babies in class. How many do you think Kelly has delivered? Find out on this episode. Ron also passed my Patient Assessment Trauma skill on Wednesday and will attempt Patient Assessment Medical on Monday. So he asks Kelly for tips on doing … Continue reading Ep 10 I Don’t Know Nothing Bout Birth’n No Babies →2010-08-1100 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 7 Shock & Scenarios(47:35) This week Ron confesses to making his wife an EMS widow already but at least he got out of doing P90X. Hear the story about how half of Ron’s team got killed during his extraction day scenarios. His scenarios included sucking chest wounds, ejected infants, and belligerent drunk drivers distracting Ron. Kelly also … Continue reading Ep 7 Shock & Scenarios →2010-07-2100 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 7 Shock & Scenarios[audio:07_ShockScenarios.mp3] (47:35) This week Ron confesses to making his wife an EMS widow already but at least he got out of doing P90X. Hear the story about how half of Ron’s team got killed during his extraction day scenarios. His scenarios included sucking chest wounds, ejected infants, and belligerent drunk drivers distracting Ron. Kelly also … Continue reading Ep 7 Shock & Scenarios →2010-07-2100 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 7 Shock & Scenarios(47:35) This week Ron confesses to making his wife an EMS widow already but at least he got out of doing P90X. Hear the story about how half of Ron’s team got killed during his extraction day scenarios. His scenarios included sucking chest wounds, ejected infants, and belligerent drunk drivers distracting Ron. Kelly also … Continue reading Ep 7 Shock & Scenarios →2010-07-2100 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 6 The Beginnings of Trauma[audio:06_BeginningsOfTrauma.mp3] (48:03) In this episode we talk about Trauma, or at least we start talking about it because that’s what Ron is studying. There is a discussion of learning the kinematics of trauma and then bleeding. Kelly gives a discussion on Tourniquets and not cringing at the trauma pictures. Ron spent more time in the … Continue reading Ep 6 The Beginnings of Trauma →2010-07-1400 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 6 The Beginnings of Trauma(48:03) In this episode we talk about Trauma, or at least we start talking about it because that’s what Ron is studying. There is a discussion of learning the kinematics of trauma and then bleeding. Kelly gives a discussion on Tourniquets and not cringing at the trauma pictures. Ron spent more time in the … Continue reading Ep 6 The Beginnings of Trauma →2010-07-1400 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 5 – First Hospital Clinical[audio:05_FirstHospitalClinical.mp3] (53:18) This week we talk about Ron’s first hospital clinical. His fears going in and some of the cool stuff he got to do. We also talk about the fact a 12 line EKG has 10 lines. How Ron got blood on his gloves, but Kelly didn’t like his BSI. And what paramedics do … Continue reading Ep 5 – First Hospital Clinical →2010-07-0700 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 5 – First Hospital Clinical(53:18) This week we talk about Ron’s first hospital clinical. His fears going in and some of the cool stuff he got to do. We also talk about the fact a 12 line EKG has 10 lines. How Ron got blood on his gloves, but Kelly didn’t like his BSI. And what paramedics do … Continue reading Ep 5 – First Hospital Clinical →2010-07-0700 minConfessions of an EMS NewbieEp 4 – Airways and Reports[audio:04_AirwaysAndReports.mp3] (1:05:24) This week we cover Airways and Reports on Confessions of an EMS Newbie. Ron’s class is doing skills labs in securing a patient to a backboard, airway management, oxygen and we discuss them all. Some of Ron’s questions include, “Do paramedics use OPAs and NPAs? Or is intubation just the silver hammer of … Continue reading Ep 4 – Airways and Reports →2010-06-3000 minConfessions Of An EMS Newbie PodcastEp 4 – Airways and Reports(1:05:24) This week we cover Airways and Reports on Confessions of an EMS Newbie. Ron’s class is doing skills labs in securing a patient to a backboard, airway management, oxygen and we discuss them all. Some of Ron’s questions include, “Do paramedics use OPAs and NPAs? Or is intubation just the silver hammer of … Continue reading Ep 4 – Airways and Reports →2010-06-3000 min