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Tindel's Razor#99 Uriah Kimmig - "The Smallest Minority On Earth Is The Individual"Send the show a text here!Uriah and I haven't had a chance to sit down and talk since we attended EMT school together in 2010. In this episode we discuss how our jobs, our families, and our questioning of the religion we were raised in have impacted the way we view the world and how we treat the people in it now, which books have impacted our lives the most, and what self-ownership truly means to us. Join this and other conversations here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: https://www.s...2024-06-272h 06Tindel's Razor#98 Jessica & Anthony DeCilio - Organ Donation Company Told Us To Take Our Daughter Off Life SupportSend the show a text here!After a choking incident caused cardiac arrest Jessica and Anthony's daughter, Caitlyn, was in the ICU on life support. Making a tragic situation all the more difficult were representatives from an organ donation company pressuring these heart broken parents to allow the hospital to induce cardiac death so that their daughter's organs could be harvested, because Caitlyn had elected to be an organ donor when obtaining her driver's license as a teenager. Jessica and Anthony share their troubling story in an effort to bring transparency to a situation that n...2024-06-191h 18Tindel's Razor#97 Kyle - Florida Superstitions, CPR, Gallows Humor, and Birds Aren't RealSend the show a text here!This was a fun one! https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: https://www.scotttoddy.com/2024-06-1250 minTindel's Razor#96 Why I Left the Libertarian PartySend the show a text here!Since I've been such a vocal advocate for the Libertarian Party and their candidates in the past I wanted to share why they no longer align with my views and why I won't be supporting their candidate this election. https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: https://www.scotttoddy.com/2024-06-0315 minTindel's Razor#95 LFGSend the show a text here!I'm back after an 8 month hiatus where I couldn't speak publicly for fear of not being able to pursue a particular career. That career door has closed anyway and it's for the best because now I get to do what I love to do again: communicating ideas, gaining information, and sharing stories. I'm invested in turning this passion into my profession and in this episode I explain the journey that got me here, to where the real adventure begins. https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: h...2024-05-2336 minTindel's Razor#94 Spencer Karam - StoicismSend the show a text here!Spencer is a combat vet and a good friend. We talk about what stoicism means to us, how the people around us influence our behavior, and the importance of discipline when motivation runs dry. https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: https://www.scotttoddy.com/2024-02-2734 minTindel's Razor#93 Maria McGill - FeminismSend the show a text here!If you were thinking "the podcasts I listen to don't have enough normal people talking about controversial topics" then I have good news for you! My friend Maria and I talk about feminism, what it means to her and what the different waves of the movement have worked to accomplish over the last century. We discuss women's rights, trans rights, abortion, pay gaps, and oh yeah that one very important thing women do; motherhood. https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: https://www.scotttoddy.co...2024-02-201h 13Tindel's Razor#92 Ron Moore Jr - Sea 2 Sea 4 PTSD Vet & First Responder Peer SupportSend the show a text here!My good friend and colleague Ron has been doing amazing work with veterans and first responders suffering from PTSD and today he tells us about what his organization is doing for not only the Central Florida community but nationwide. Check them out here and I'll see you at upcoming events! https://sea2sea4ptsd.org/https://22zero.org/https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: https://www.scotttoddy.com/2024-02-1330 minTindel's Razor#91 Amanda Domingus - Volcanoes, Mountain Biking, and Breaking BarriersSend the show a text here!As more women are getting involved in extreme sports more categories are needed for them to compete at different skill levels. Amanda is the 2023 downhill mountain biking category 1 national champion and she tells me about the need for another category in the Eastern States Cup where women like her can race competitively without dominating the amateur league and without becoming discouraged by big losses in the pro league. This was a fun episode and I look forward to seeing Amanda defend her title! If you wanna follow along find h...2024-02-0532 minTindel's Razor#90 From Paramedic to PodcasterSend the show a text here!Hello friends! Since I have been fortunate enough to have made new acquaintances, friends, and followers recently I wanted to go back to the beginning and tell my story and why I started this podcast. Plus I listened to the early episodes recently and oof, they are rough. Hey we all start somewhere, right? (I say while typing this in my bedroom "recording studio") Thanks so much to old friends and new for journeying with me. Get involved with the conversation here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor...2023-10-3126 minTindel's Razor#89 Florida History - The Seminole Tribe of FloridaSend the show a text here!It would be a crime to talk about Florida's history and not spend time learning about some of the OG Floridians, the Seminole Tribe of Florida. Since this episode only scratched the surface here's some links to show you the rest of the iceberg. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indigenous_peoples_of_Floridahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orange_periodhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pleistocene_megafaunahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ceramics_of_indigenous_peoples_of_the_Americashttps://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/ce...2023-10-2423 minTindel's Razor#88 Dan Schuler - Should America Be Involved In The Israel/Palestine Conflict?Send the show a text here!What's happening over there and should the US be involved at all? Dan and I discuss history, idealism, religion, and how I'm adamantly against the US getting their nose any deeper into conflicts that have nothing to do with North America except for causing more blow back that makes American citizens less safe. Get involved with the conversation here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: https://www.scotttoddy.com/2023-10-161h 30Tindel's Razor#87 Jaci - Veganism Isn't About HealthSend the show a text here!This week continues our journey into exploring groups that have been hijacked by unhealthy ideologies. My friend Jaci went looking for healthy vegetable recipes in vegan groups and quickly noticed many of the foods that were recommending were full of processed chemicals, sugars, and meat substitutes. When she offered healthier substitutes she received push back from the group and was told "Veganism isn't about health." Get involved with the conversation here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: https://www.scotttoddy.com/ 2023-10-0954 minTindel's Razor#86 Sarah Bocchino - The Body Positive FantasySend the show a text here!Should cartoon mermaids have realistic body dimensions? What is realistic? While having a thin waist may be a fantasy for some, others fantasize about gaining healthy weight. Sarah tells us about her struggles with body image and her experiences with body positivity groups and how they've been ideologically captured by the notion that you can be healthy at any size, even morbidly obese. We discuss the nuances of what healthy is, what it certainly isn't, and why standardizing what "realistic" proportions looks like leaves a lot of people out of the...2023-10-022h 01Tindel's Razor#85 Michael Odom - How Visiting Africa Changed My PerspectiveSend the show a text here!I wanted to hear about my buddy Mike's most recent trip to Tanzania and today he tells us all about everything from his close encounters with lions, watching wildebeest frantically cross a crocodile infested river, to getting to spend time with people who live there and learning about their day to day lives. Travel has been such an important part of my personal growth and I'm always excited to hear about how others share similar experiences of human connection, even on the opposite side of the planet. Some pictures...2023-09-251h 15Tindel's Razor#84 Maria McGill - Postpartum DepressionSend the show a text here!15% of mothers suffer from postpartum depression, but it's likely that far more experience it without recognizing it or seeking help. Fortunately my friend Maria was told what to look for, and in this conversation she tells us her story of overcoming a condition that sometimes ends in tragedy. Resources that we mention in this episode are below:https://www.postpartum.net/https://www.momsinmindfl.com/https://instagram.com/the.mom.therapist?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==https://instagram.com/postpartumstress?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Get involved with t...2023-09-0451 minTindel's Razor#83 Jared King - Writers Go On StrikeSend the show a text here!My friend Jared returns from the world of entertainment media to walk us through what's happening with the WGA writer's strike and why the Screen Actors Guild is also concerned with AI taking jobs, poor streaming service residuals, and the corporate stranglehold that may take over the arts altogether. To help struggling film and TV makers now: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/The SAG-AFTRA proposals taken to the table and the AMTPT counters that lead to the strike: https://www.facebook.com/Miki410/posts/pfbid02trqFfXuZy2aQHJSrXmbn6tZXL1AYkGfUDVVt5q...2023-07-2049 minTindel's Razor#82 Dan Schuler - Porch PoliticsSend the show a text here!Paramedics tend to have pretty good BS detectors, and Florida medics even more so. You've all seen the headlines we respond to every day. My buddy Dan and I take that no-nonsense approach to discussing politics, corporate lies and war mongers who claim to love democracy. Get involved with the conversation here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorMusic by Scott Toddy: https://www.scotttoddy.com/ 2023-06-251h 39Tindel's Razor#81 Information Is PowerSend the show a text here!With the rise of podcasting and independent platforms for journalism you'd think society would be having enlightened discussions about, well, everything. And while in many cases that is happening, on a large scale in legacy media we see "misinformation" and "conspiracy theory" labels used to justify censoring important discussions that effect daily life and public health. Find me on Twitter, Discord, YouTube, Rumble and anywhere you find podcasts to join in on the conversation here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2023-06-1825 minTindel's Razor#80 Felicity Azura - Acrobatics, Performance Anxiety and Stepping Out of Your Comfort ZoneSend the show a text here!Felicity Azura is the host of Pro Cuddle Hustle Podcast, a professional cuddler, pole dancer and sex worker. Our conversation ranges from acrobatics gyms, our favorite Hugh Jackman musical, the way casual pole dancers are viewed by professionals and that one time I got sucker-punched by a seizure patient in my ambulance. Our conversation got cut off at the very end, but you can check out Felicity's podcast and support her work here: https://allmylinks.com/felicityazuraMoving forward I'll be releasing new podcast episodes as I...2023-05-031h 05Tindel's Razor#79 Alex Lehr Part 2 - Getting Justice After Sexual AssaultSend the show a text here! Last year I spoke with Alex, a woman who was in the process of pressing charges against individuals who sexually assaulted her, what the process was like and how it's impacted her mental health. We originally spoke on episode 53 of this podcast, and she returns to tell us about how she's remained resilient during this difficult process, what the outcomes for her cases were and how the right therapy, treatment and community support has been so vital in her continued fight for peace and bringing justice to those who deserve it. 2023-04-1027 minTindel's Razor#78 Key West HistorySend the show a text here!Journey with me through some of my favorite parts of Key West's history, from the city's early days fighting pirates to it's recent, albeit brief, secession from the United States, I'll even show you the wrong way to pronounce "archipelago". Every Monday is a new conversation and every Friday is a new adventure through the Sunshine State's history. You can find other ways to get involved with this conversation and many others by following me on social media, subscribing to my podcast/video channels and sharing this episode if y...2023-04-0744 minTindel's Razor#77 Dr. Elliot Smithson - Esports MedicineSend the show a text here!Elliot is a doctor of Physical Therapy, Board Certified Athletic Trainer, and Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician who works with Esports athletes to optimize physical and mental performance when every millisecond counts. Check out his work here: www.EHPI.orgEvery Monday is a new conversation and every Friday is a new adventure through the Sunshine State's history. You can find other ways to get involved with this conversation and many others by following me on social media, subscribing to my podcast/video channels and sharing this episode if...2023-04-0359 minTindel's Razor#76 St. Augustine Florida HistorySend the show a text here!For the first episode of my weekly Florida Friday series my brother and fellow Floridian James comes on to talk with me about North America's first permanent European settlement, St. Augustine. From pirates to wedding parties this city has some of the wildest history in the state, but what else would you expect from La Florida? Every Monday is a new conversation and every Friday is a new adventure through the Sunshine State's history. You can find other ways to get involved with this conversation and many others by f...2023-03-311h 07Tindel's Razor#75 Stephanie Penaranda - IV Therapy, Wellness Education and Paramedic VersatilitySend the show a text here! Stephanie Penaranda is a paramedic and consultant who works in the field of IV therapy, health education and event medicine. We talk about how many options paramedics have outside of traditional EMS, how important education is to a society's overall health and share a few stories from our careers in emergency medicine. https://www.paradocsworldwide.comhttps://paradocsiv.com/You can find other ways to get involved with this conversation and many others by following me on social media, subscribing to my podcast/video channels an...2023-03-281h 30Tindel's Razor#74 Benjamin Postma - From EMT to Police OfficerSend the show a text here!Today I talk with my friend Ben about his transition from working as an EMT to becoming a police officer. We talk about his training, qualified immunity, crisis intervention, and the humanity that's so essential to never lose sight of as a first responder. You can find other ways to get involved with this conversation and many others by following me on social media, subscribing to my podcast/video channels and sharing this episode if you agree that the best way to fight bad ideas is by talking about...2023-03-2057 minTindel's Razor#73 Spencer Karam - Veteran Mental Health, Government Lies and The American SpiritSend the show a text here!This week I talk with my buddy and former podcast guest Spencer. We talk about his experience of being pushed onto anti-depressants and sedatives by the military while still active duty between deployments to Afghanistan and how the VA fails to take care of America's veterans, a situation I've unfortunately seen firsthand as well as a civilian paramedic. We discuss other ways the government and media have gaslit citizens throughout the last few decades and especially last few years and I tell him why I'm hopeful for the future despite how...2023-03-131h 43Tindel's Razor#72 Is J.K. Rowling a Transphobe or a Feminist?Send the show a text here!Last week we talked about controversy surrounding Hogwarts Legacy, and we talked about whether art or other content can be enjoyed without endorsing everything the artist or creator has said or done. We focused more on the broader conversation and didn't get into the weeds of what Rowling said that started this newest example of weaponized sensitivity. Today I dive into her story and what I believe her intentions are based on her own words and interviews, and consider the perspective of this woman's journey who has overcome struggles that only...2023-03-0626 minTindel's Razor#71 Jared King - Hogwarts ControversySend the show a text here!Can art be enjoyed without endorsing everything the artist has said or done, or by supporting a creation are we also supporting the creator? My friend Jared and I take one of today's most hostile controversies head on and discuss why it's a shame that so many people may be missing out on a fantastic game due to their problems with things J.K. Rowling has said. Get involved with the conversation on all major podcast platforms, YouTube, discord and even twitch here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazorM...2023-02-2735 minTindel's Razor#70 Evelyn Arnold - First Responder Peer SupportSend the show a text here!My guest this episode is my dear friend and colleague Evelyn Arnold, a firefighter/paramedic and licensed mental health counselor that I had the pleasure of working with several years ago. We talk about her work with peer support programs, the unique challenges of maintaining good mental health as a first responder and my own journey this year with UCF Restores, a PTSD treatment program geared for veterans and first responders. Resources mentioned in this episode can be found below if you are or know somebody who is struggling. 2023-02-211h 23Tindel's Razor#69 Carlos Minet - DC Hates FansSend the show a text here!Is tipping in the service industry a good thing? Is the DC film franchise trying to anger their fans? Is Topher Grace the least intimidating man on earth? New year, new host as Carlos hijacks my show and I talk nerdrat stuff with my friend. SPOILER ALERT for pretty much the entire DC and Marvel cinematic universes. Yes, even She-Hulk. Music featured in this episode by Scott Toddy: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ncGPVB9hGXBSNq9IWgb74?si=glnTTLmcSteAaWTBQ_wO5ATo follow me and...2023-01-0931 minTindel's Razor#67 Scott Toddy - Not My Worst Episode but a Solid Number 2Send the show a text here!I have a lot of talented friends, and one of them is my buddy Scott, AKA Scott Toddy, who has been creating music under that name and as BEACHDRUNK that is worth listening to. If you liked my intro and outtro music you'll definitely like his since, well, it is his. This was a fun and more lighthearted conversation than the last few have been. Thank for listening! Music featured in this episode by Scott Toddy: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ncGPVB9hGXBSNq9IWgb74?si=glnTTLmcSteAaWTBQ_wO5A2022-08-0324 minTindel's Razor#66 Avi - EMT/Paramedic Burnout and How to Find Work/Life BalanceSend the show a text here!Avi and I started our EMS careers at the same time a decade ago. We've seen and experienced lots of change in our agencies and the profession as a whole during that time. Our conversation identifies many of the problems facing EMS providers and firefighters today, addresses why so many are leaving the profession altogether and how those still serving can help themselves so they can better help others who need them. I apologize for the occasional fluctuation in volume of this episode, I did my best to equalize e...2022-07-201h 01Tindel's Razor#65 Caitlin and Michelle - An Honest Conversation about AbortionSend the show a text here! I brought two women on to discuss their differing viewpoints on abortion and to see if we could find common ground as this important topic is headed to state ballot boxes soon due to the overturning of Roe v Wade. As more rights are returned to the states local elections are more important than ever. Constructive conversations about emotionally charged topics are becoming more and more rare, so this is our attempt to bridge divides in this ongoing culture war. Music featured in this episode by Scott Tod...2022-07-0354 minTindel's Razor#64 Joe Hannoush - Libertarian for CongressSend the show a text here!Joe Hannoush is running for United States House of Representatives District 6 in Florida as a Libertarian. We discuss his platform, Libertarian approaches to problems faced by the United States and how we both went from being politically homeless to finding others who represent Liberty. For more about Joe and his campaign check here: https://joehannoush.com/If you want to learn more about the most ideologically consistent political party that will appear on ballots in every state: https://www.lp.org/Music featured in this e...2022-06-271h 24Tindel's Razor#63 Malachi Ashley - NFTs and CryptocurrencySend the show a text here!In this episode I attempt to understand crypto and NFTs. https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2022-06-201h 22Tindel's Razor#62 Benjamin Postma - The Bee's KneesSend the show a text here!Benjamin talks to me about his passion project: beekeeping! He explains everything from how hives are created, what happens when a queen dies, differences between European and African honeybees and why bees are so vital for not only the ecosystems they inhabit but for the world's food supply as well. Find local Florida plants here: https://www.greenislegardens.com/#/My social media, other content and all my links here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2022-06-1143 minTindel's Razor#61 Daniel Hammerstone - Twitch, Video Games and CommunitySend the show a text here!My friend and Twitch affiliated buddy Danny comes on to talk with me about streaming, how video games impacted our lives and relationships and the amazing communities built around the shared enjoyment of virtual experiences. As I start my streaming journey I'm excited to meet and network with gamers around the world and from everything we talk about in this episode, we're in for a great time! Dan's Twitch -> https://www.twitch.tv/shotzfiredbroMy Twitch ->https://www.twitch.tv/medicpoolAll my c...2022-05-301h 09Tindel's Razor#60 Nick Odom - Alligator Hunting, Conservation and Florida's Unique EcosystemsSend the show a text here!Growing up in Florida in a family of hunters and hunting/fishing myself has presented me with an opportunity to appreciate the amazing habitats and wild environments that the sunshine state has to offer. My good friend and avid hunter Nick and I talk about the beauty of our home state, the essential role of hunting in conservation and how our place in this incredible ecosystem can benefit or harm every link in the food chain. I hope conversations like this can help bridge the divide between hunters and n...2022-05-261h 10Tindel's Razor#59 Russia Invades Ukraine, An Afghanistan Veteran's Perspective - Spencer KaramSend the show a text here!This morning Russia began an invasion of Ukraine. Events are unfolding rapidly and new information is constantly flowing in. Spencer discusses his experience working with multinational teams while a Marine serving in Kabul, Afghanistan and we talk about what role we think the United States should play in this major world event. The perspective his experience brings to the conversation is one I value and is worth considering while watching this all unfold. For more episodes about this and other current perspectives regarding current events, mental health, or even p...2022-02-251h 13Tindel's Razor#58 From Venezuelan Asylum Seeker to American Firefighter/ParamedicSend the show a text here!Armando Rivas was a paramedic and nurse in Venezuela before political turmoil and violence between the government and it's citizens drove him to seek asylum in the United States. We talk about the brutal communistic policies that propelled his home to civil unrest and shooting in the streets, evading pirates in the Amazon with a newborn's family and the fulfillment he's found in continuing his passion of helping others as a firefighter/paramedic in Central Florida. Armando and his brother also own/operate JRZ Marketing, with Armando dedicating personal a...2022-01-081h 07Tindel's Razor#57 Singapore's Healthcare CrisisSend the show a text here!My friend in Singapore talks with me about the worsening healthcare situation, the restrictive measures meant to curb infection rates and the negligent way their government treats the very healthcare workers they urge citizens to praise. Our conversation is a fascinating look into what many would consider an Orwellian nightmare come to life. https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2021-10-2243 minTindel's Razor#56 Brushfires of FreedomSend the show a text here!Samuel Adams once said "It does not take a majority to prevail... but rather an irate, tireless minority, keen on setting brushfires of freedom in the minds of men." My good friend Chris comes on to talk with me about current events and the way politicians, mainstream media and other corporate interests manipulate information in efforts to control the narrative and use shady tactics to keep the American people scared and angry at each other instead of turning our ire towards those who truly deserve it: corrupt government officials a...2021-10-143h 40Tindel's Razor#55 The State of EMSSend the show a text here!Emergency Medical Services, like all facets of healthcare during this pandemic, has been hit hard. Low staffing and high call volumes have plagued EMS since before anyone knew what COVID was, I myself left the first responder world behind at the end of 2019 due to burn out and mental health concerns, but now it's worse than ever. This conversation with Michael Marasco, a national representative for an international organization that negotiates for EMTs and paramedics to have better working conditions, pay and the support they need to provide us with emergency...2021-10-021h 00Tindel's Razor#54 A Veteran's Thoughts on the Afghanistan Pull OutSend the show a text here!I wanted to know what somebody who had boots on the ground in Afghanistan thought about the mess that is the United State's withdrawal from the country. My buddy Spencer spent years overseas as a Marine and knows the city of Kabul better than most, so I was thankful when he agreed to come back and talk with me again about this important event. Find more conversation that cuts through the noise on YouTube or most podcast apps here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2021-09-2551 minTindel's Razor#53 Seeking Justice After Sexual AssaultSend the show a text here!This episode I get to have a conversation with Alex, a woman who is in the process of pressing charges against individuals who sexually assaulted her. She tells us about her experience talking with the police, about how her mental health has been affected as well as how she's been managing the stress during this time. RAINN maintains a large library of resources for victims of sexual violence and those close to them. https://www.rainn.org/national-resources-sexual-assault-survivors-and-their-loved-onesFind more important conversations like this one here: https://l...2021-09-1749 minTindel's Razor#52 Author and Mental Health Advocate John MedlSend the show a text here!Author, mental health advocate and survivor John Medl joins me on the podcast to discuss with struggles with conditions classified as mental illness, his triumphs over it and how he keeps pushing onward to advocate for those who struggle with us. Join his support group here! https://www.facebook.com/MHAwarenessandSupport/Find his books on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=John+Medl&ref=nb_sb_noss_2Liking, subscribing and sharing is the best way to help spread conversation that cuts through the n...2021-06-1153 minTindel's Razor#51 Sea2Sea4PTSD with Ron MooreSend the show a text here!My friend and former paramedic Ron Moore comes back on to talk to me about his mental health resource website and his upcoming coast to coast motorcycle ride to raise money for local Florida PTSD organizations that help veterans and first responders.Check out and follow what Ron's doing below.www.sea2sea4ptsd.org https://www.facebook.com/sea2sea4PTSDhttps://www.instagram.com/sea2sea4ptsd/ https://www.youtube.com/.../UCJS.../featuredLiking, subscribing and sharing is the best...2021-06-0440 minTindel's Razor#50 How My Mental Illness Has Improved My LifeSend the show a text here!With all the negativity surrounding mental illness I wanted to share a different perspective of the silver linings that come with these challenging conditions. Follow Tindel's Razor on social media and wherever you subscribe to podcasts here! https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor 2021-05-2222 minTindel's Razor#49 Ransomware Pipe DreamSend the show a text here!The Colonial Pipeline cyberattack has effected nearly everyone on the east coast of the United States. My buddy Thad comes on to explain what happened, how serious the situation is and how it can be prevented in the future. Follow Tindel's Razor on social media and wherever you subscribe to podcasts here! https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2021-05-1437 minTindel's Razor#48 COVID-19 and Mental IllnessSend the show a text here!COVID-19 is a bummer, and it has a lot of people bummed out, clinically speaking. There's been a huge rise of mental illness since the pandemic began. I talk about how it's effected me lately, new science on the topic and I even delve into politics in this episode. For those who want more dirty truth check out my friend's podcast I was recently a guest on! https://anchor.fm/damndannysdirtytruth/episodes/Season-1-Episode-2-Hyper-Independence--Trust-Issues-in-Relationships-Featuring-Tindels-Razors-e1033gnAnd for everything Tindel's Razor, go here https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2021-05-0722 minTindel's Razor#47 Dungeons and Dragons and DepressionSend the show a text here!One of my best friends Carlos and I started playing D&D last year and we are hooked. We talk about how much fun we're having growing closer to our friends every week, how important that kind of companionship is to stave off depression and how it's important to check on your happy friends. We touch on difficult topics but this is a lighthearted, fun conversation. I always have a blast talking with Carlos and we'll be debating the last season of Game of Thrones in the upcoming weeks. I apparently...2021-04-3044 minTindel's Razor#46 Seeing the Big Picture When You’re DepressedSend the show a text here!This episode is more of an audio diary as I talk about the last three weeks of being depressed, my panic attacks yesterday and how difficult it was for me to overcome the desire to not seek help. But I did, and so can you! I talk about some of the things that helped me and I hope they can help you too! Thanks for listening and sharing, and if you want more conversation that cuts through the noise check out Tindel’s Razor everywhere you find podcasts and on...2021-04-2913 minTindel's Razor#45 The State of PolicingSend the show a text here!I talk to a former law enforcement officer about the current state of policing and get his views on the situation in America in the hopes we can find a way to bridge the divide between citizens and those who take the oath to serve and protect us. I'm aware there are some connection issues during our conversation and I apologize, I've been trying to record audio and video on a poor internet connection, so from here on out I'll be recording only audio until I find a more s...2021-04-221h 13Tindel's Razor#44 The Dirty Truth About Mental Health, Abuse, & Finding the Sun After the StormSend the show a text here!This week I stole the episode title from my friend Danny's blog, https://damndannysdirtytruth.com. We talk about relationships, mental health pitfalls we find ourselves in and how to communicate with your partner or potential partner more effectively. Check out her blog for more of her powerful insight into human relationships, struggle and triumph! And check out Tindel's Razor on all social media platforms and podcast players! https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2021-04-1552 minTindel's Razor#43 Living with Bipolar Disorder - Dustin VogelSend the show a text here!My friend Dustin reached out to me when he heard I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and having been diagnosed himself when he was 18 he talks with me about his personal struggles, triumphs and coping mechanisms he's learned about while dealing with his challenges. This is a great conversation that I'm incredibly proud of, and I'm proud of Dustin for having it with me. We're changing society's perspective of men with mental illness one conversation at a time. Welcome to the mental health revolution. For more ways to stay i...2021-04-081h 07Tindel's Razor#42 Self-GrowthSend the show a text here!Happy Tuesday! This morning I shared my thoughts and self-growth experiences lately. I talk about how difficult it is, why it’s necessary for healthy relationships and I talk a little about the importance of having a peer support community built around you during trying times. Check out more and subscribe at the link below! https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2021-04-0621 minTindel's Razor#41 Post Therapy ThoughtsSend the show a text here!https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2021-04-0207 minTindel's Razor#40 Manic Morning #1Send the show a text here!I’ve been having trouble sitting down and journaling my thoughts since I’ve been on the manic side of my depression so I’ve decided to audio journal on the mornings my flight of ideas is especially flighty. This morning I talk about the over-simplification of men’s mental struggles, my PTSD induced anxiety attack from last week and about some plans for the Tindel’s Razor community going forward from here. Stay involved in the conversation by subscribing to the podcast and my YouTube channel in the links...2021-03-3015 minTindel's Razor#39 Positive MasculinitySend the show a text here!I made a post about how men sharing their emotions isn't feminine, being aware of our human feelings is one of the most manly things we can do. I received pushback on this and here is my response. #PositiveMasculinity #MentalHealthRevolution #TindelsRazorPodcastSocial media and podcast player links below so you can follow and subscribe to more conversation that cuts through the noise.https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2021-03-1620 minTindel's Razor#38 I Have Bipolar DisorderSend the show a text here!I was recently diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of 31, after desperately seeking treatment options for depression episodes I couldn't seem to control or have success mitigating on my own, or even with peer support. My friend Corinne has been a huge help to me during these last few weeks and in this episode we discuss BPD, how it manifests, what we understand about the processes behind it, what kind of treatment/coping options are available currently and how anyone with mental illness, depression, anxiety, PTSD, etc can empower themselves...2021-03-111h 18Tindel's Razor#37 Economic Role Playing GamesSend the show a text here!My friend Spencer and I discuss everything from video games to world economics to mental health adjustments after coming back from Afghanistan. This was a really fun conversation that covered a wide variety of topics, I'm looking forward to talking with Spencer again soon and I hope you'll find this episode as engaging as I did! Tindel's Razor on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiXFZmKe9HqV52usvoiTiEuEh5D0EcOJETindel's Razor on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1gXMJacyrMQPnzt4ZWjhlFTindel's Razor on Apple P...2021-02-111h 31Tindel's Razor#36 Give Me Liberty or Give Me Stimulus ChecksSend the show a text here!My buddy and host of The Average Joe Movie Show and The Average Joe Libertarian Show (of which yours truly is a co-host) talks with me about recent events and our shared concerns about the direction the nation is moving with tech censorship and government authoritarianism. There's no better time for the Liberty movement to take root, it's time to give moderates a voice on the American political stage. Liking, subscribing and sharing is the best way to help spread conversation that cuts through the noise.Tindel's R...2021-01-281h 47Tindel's Razor#35 Masculine HealingSend the show a text here!My friend Cody and I talk about some of the unique difficulties facing men who seek a balanced, healthy mindset and not only want to heal from trauma, but grow from it as well. Liking, subscribing and sharing is the best way to help spread conversation that cuts through the noise.Tindel's Razor has a new Twitter, Instagram and YouTube channel! You can find those and other ways to stay involved with the conversation here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2021-01-241h 02Tindel's Razor#34 COVID Vaccine DiscussionSend the show a text here!My friends and frontline healthcare workers Beth and Brian come on the podcast to talk with me about the new COVID mRNA vaccines and why they both made different personal choices about being vaccinated themselves. We present information and discuss the risks/rewards in the hopes that those listening can make an educated choice, not a fear-based one. Liking, subscribing and sharing is the best way to help spread conversation that cuts through the noise.Tindel's Razor has a new Twitter, Instagram and YouTube channel! You can f...2021-01-141h 02Tindel's Razor#33 Sea 2 Sea 4 PTSDSend the show a text here!My friend and former paramedic Ron Moore comes on to talk to me about his mental health resource website and his upcoming coast to coast motorcycle ride to raise money for local Florida PTSD organizations that help veterans and first responders. In this episode we talk about the importance of community during PTSD crisis, the epidemic of PTSD ravaging our veteran and first responder communities, and the critical need for more effective mental health treatments for both professions. We dig into our own personal battles with mental health after leaving the...2021-01-0751 minTindel's Razor#32 Rise of the PhoenixSend the show a text here!My friend from high school, Cynthia, talks with me about her physical and mental health journey and how she overcame eating disorders while managing her ongoing health in very real and positive ways. This is an absolutely inspiring story and I'm so thankful that Cynthia came to share it with us! This is one of the most emotional conversations I've had on the podcast yet and I couldn't be more proud of my friend for having the courage to not only accomplish what she's done to get healthy but to share...2020-12-311h 46Tindel's Razor#31 Star Wars Between the TrilogiesSend the show a text here!This week we take a break from some of the heavier topics and I talk with my good buddy Chris about the books (yes, they're canon) that tell stories of what occurred between the Star Wars trilogies. No spoilers but plenty of previews! Liking, subscribing and sharing is the best way to help spread conversation that cuts through the noise.Tindel's Razor has a new Twitter, Instagram and YouTube channel! You can find those and other ways to stay involved with the conversation here: https://linktr.ee/t...2020-12-1752 minTindel's Razor#30 The Audacity (of Toxic Men)Send the show a text here!My good friend Becca has a passion for calling out people who don't respect others and I wanted to spend some time talking with her about some of the problems that are pervasive in our culture. Men, we get called out on our sh*t, and legitimately so. We also discuss the mental health consequences of poor, disrespectful behavior and how our actions and words influence those around us more than we may expect. I had a blast chatting with Becca and I think this is an important conversation regarding the...2020-12-091h 23Tindel's Razor#29 Holiday MessageSend the show a text here!I hope everyone had a fantastic holiday! I'll be back to posting episodes every Thursday now, but I wanted to spend my Thanksgiving reflecting on my year and encouraging everyone to finish strong. Liking, subscribing and sharing is the best way to help spread conversation that cuts through the noise.Tindel's Razor has a new Twitter, Instagram and YouTube channel! You can find those and other ways to stay involved with the conversation here: https://linktr.ee/tindelsrazor2020-11-2711 minTindel's Razor#28 The Social InfluenzaSend the show a text here!When my buddy and previous guest on the podcast Chauncey told me that he wanted to talk with me about The Social Dilemma I said "Tell me when!" Chauncey tells me about what most people missed in the documentary and even though we disagree on several things throughout the conversation we inadvertently provide a great example of conflict resolution through mutual understanding, an accomplishment that can rarely be achieved through the platforms we lean so heavily on. If social media is the Matrix, this episode is your red pill. L...2020-11-202h 54