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The Quiet ProfessionalS4E24: Trauma to The Brain and Where We Go From Here - Albert 'Jits' Hobaugh and Matt Domyancic.Original Recording Date: 2025JUN09.
Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.
Views and opinions of the participants are their own.
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Albert 'Jits' Hobaugh II - Served in the 12th Special Forces Group and later with the 75th Ranger Regiment. Albert's public service continued as he went on to be a paramedic, special agent, and tactical operator with the ATF. After a career-ending injury in 2018, Albert retired with honors and continues to serve communities and support fellow veterans by being a mentor for the Three Rangers Foundation and is an a...2025-06-161h 04
Mind Body MushroomEp. 24 | How First Responders Can Avoid Burnout and PTSD Before It Starts | fmr. SWAT Officer Matt DomyancicJordan Ryan OHara welcomes Matt Domyancic to explore his transition from law enforcement to wellness. They discuss the daily challenges faced by first responders, mental health barriers, and the crucial role of peer support. Matt highlights the need for proactive mental health care and shares his journey to functional and integrative medicine, focusing on preventative care and overcoming legal battles in worker's compensation. The conversation delves into scientific health markers, testosterone therapy, and the importance of sleep. Matt emphasizes wellness practices and community engagement. The episode also introduces Dr. Emily Stone's insights on the benefits and cultural significance of mushrooms...2025-03-191h 16
Responder ResilienceS5 E 1 Encore Episode: Responder Retirement—Navigating Life 2.0 Part 2By popular demand, we’re thrilled to bring back this powerful episode as an encore! In the second part of this mini-documentary, Responder Resilience continues the deep dive into the topic of first responder retirement. We are joined by a panel of twenty-one retired or active first responders and resilience experts, representing law enforcement, the fire service, EMS, dispatch, animal control, and mental health clinicians.Most people view retirement as something to look forward to with joy and anticipation. At the same time, when it comes to life stressors, retirement is among the top 10. It’s the natu...2025-01-0159 minResponder ResilienceS4 E52 Encore Episode: Responder Retirement—Navigating Life 2.0 Part 1By popular demand, we’re thrilled to bring back this powerful episode as an encore! In Part 1 of this two-part mini-documentary, Responder Resilience delves into the pivotal topic of first responder retirement. With insights from a distinguished panel of 21 retired or active first responders and resilience experts, we examine the unique challenges and opportunities retirement presents for those in law enforcement, fire service, EMS, dispatch, animal control, and mental health professions.While retirement is often seen as a time of joy and relief, it also ranks among life’s top 10 stressors. For first responders who have spent thei...2024-12-2557 min
The CollectiveGratitude and Resentment | A Conversation On The CollectiveWelcome to "The Collective," where we embark on the journey of daily betterment and living our best lives. Join our diverse panel discussions with individuals from various backgrounds, all striving for personal growth.
In this episode, we're honored to host Matt Domyancic, a Former SWAT Officer, Strength Coach, and Sport Psychology Consultant; Brenda Butterworth-Carr, Retired RCMP Assistant Commissioner and British Columbia RCMP Commanding Officer; and Oak McCulloch, Retired US Army Lt. Col. now Leadership Instructor. They share invaluable lessons on "Gratitude and Resentment," exploring how these powerful emotions impact personal and professional life.
Through their...2024-08-252h 08
Surviving Your Shift, Building Peer SupportIntegrating Physical and Spiritual HealthNavigating the intense challenges of being a first responder requires more than just physical strength. Matt Domyancic, a chaplain and former SWAT officer, shares his unique approach to wellness and spiritual care, blending fitness, mindfulness, and proactive support.Are you facing the pressures of a high-stress career and wondering how to maintain balance and purpose?First responders often turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms when dealing with stress, trauma, and the demands of their profession. The question is, how can you protect your mental, emotional, and physical health before a crisis hits?In this...2024-08-2054 min
Surviving Your Shift, Building Responder WellnessIntegrating Physical and Spiritual HealthNavigating the intense challenges of being a first responder requires more than just physical strength. Matt Domyancic, a chaplain and former SWAT officer, shares his unique approach to wellness and spiritual care, blending fitness, mindfulness, and proactive support.Are you facing the pressures of a high-stress career and wondering how to maintain balance and purpose?First responders often turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms when dealing with stress, trauma, and the demands of their professi...2024-08-2054 minThe Quiet ProfessionalS3E32: Failure to Train - Matt Domyancic and Mark Bouchard - A Coach and An Author From the World of Law Enforcement.Original Recording Date: 2024JUL18.
Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.
Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated.
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Matt's recent travels, squaring yourself away, helping others.
Failure to Train.
Physical / hard skills.
Minimal standards - better than basic.
Conveying violence.
Mental / emotional strength.
Betrayal - moral injury.
Reading material.
Solutions.
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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:
Important Links:
Matt's website: Tactical Chaplain
Matt on Tony Blauer's Know Fear Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/live/X2MfoIndo-E?si=C0zHmHLNrDPR6-bX
Help Matt hel...2024-07-291h 08
Transition Drill146. The Tactical Chaplain: Air Force Academy to SWAT Cop & Strength Coach. Matt DomyancicAs a military veteran or first responder, you must plan and implement strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this compelling episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, Matt Domyancic, a former Air Force Academy cadet, strength coach, medically retired police officer, and today police chaplain, shares his journey from a sports-driven childhood to a career dedicated to supporting military veterans and first responders. He candidly discusses the mental health challenges unique to those in law enforcement and the military, emphasizing proactive wellness and resilience. Matt offers invaluable advice and inspiration for those who serve our communities...2024-06-032h 25The CollectivePreparation and Growth | A Conversation On The CollectiveWelcome to "The Collective," where we embark on the journey of daily betterment and living our best lives. Join our diverse panel discussions with individuals from various backgrounds, all striving for personal growth.
In this episode, we're honored to host Matt Domyancic - Former SWAT Officer, now Chaplin and Coach; Noel Brand - Former Dutch Marine, now Strength and Conditioning Coach; and Mark Bouchard - Former ERT Medic, serving RCMP Officer and Author. Together, they share invaluable lessons on Preparation and Growth from their own life's challenges.
Preparation and Growth is not a magic bullet...2024-05-302h 08
KNOW FEAR with Tony BlauerMatt Domyancic - The Tactical ChaplainIn this episode, Matt Domyancic, a former police officer, strength coach, police chaplain, spiritual director, peer support, and wellness advocate, joins Coach Blauer for a deep conversation about his journey and mission. Learn more about Matt: https://www.tacticalchaplain.com Donate: https://www.globalassociates.org/matt-domyancic/ Best viewer experience, watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/live/X2MfoIndo-E?feature=shared Don't miss future episodes, subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@tonyblauer FREE 24-PAGE eBook on situational awareness, managing fear, and weaponizing your flinch! Get it here: https://blauertactical...2024-02-091h 18
Normalize PTSD54_Matt Domyancic a Medically Retired Officer, SWAT, and ChaplainMatt Domyancic is a Medically Retired Officer, SWAT, Chaplain, Former Police Officer and Strength Coach, Police Chaplain, Spiritual Director, & Peer Support and Wellness Advocate.Social Media:Website: https://www.tacticalchaplain.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinbluelinespirituality/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-domyancic-b7203b6/Profile: https://www.globalassociates.org/matt-domyancic/Matt Domyancic is a medically retired police officer that worked patrol, Peer Support, SWAT, and as full-time police academy instructor for fitness and officer survival. While a police officer he was also concurrently a D1 strength and conditioning coach at Yale and Georgetown...2024-01-152h 32
Your Leo NationTactical Chaplain - Special Guest: Matt DomyancicMatt Domyancic is a medically retired police officer who has answered the calling to support our men and women in blue through his ministry to their spiritual and emotional needs. He is known as the the "Tactical Chaplain", and after you witness his passion and dedication, you'll know why2023-12-1453 minThe Quiet ProfessionalS2E61: Spirituality, Self, Growth - Matt Domyancic - Retired LEO, Police Chaplain and Sports PsychologistOriginal Recording Date: 2023NOV10.
Audio editing by Stephanie Bosch.
Views and opinions of the participants are their own, unless otherwise stated.
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TOPICS:
Matt’s story.
Journey into spirituality.
Growth, mentality, and commonalities
The individual - gratification, immediacy.
Supporting LEOs from a proactive side and building trust.
Chaplain work in service.
Growing this field of work.
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REFERENCES / RESOURCES:
Important Links:
Matt’s website - Tactical Chaplain: https://www.tacticalchaplain.com.
News article: https://news.colgate.edu/magazine/2023/05/05/hes-a-chaplain-for-law-enforcement-personnel-firefighters-and-first-responders/ .
Tony Blauer spear system: https://blauer...2023-11-271h 22
Hey Chaplain: The Police Wellness PodcastConsidering Wellness Retreats: Matt Domyancic - Bonus Ep 21Text a Message to the ShowLet's define a wellness retreat as a combination of vacation, seminar, professional conference, and counseling session. But most cops I know are very reluctant to go to one, in fact they avoid it like the plague. But I want to encourage you to attend these events. And I also want to figure out how we can make these events more effective at helping first responders and veterans. To that end, we'll be talking to my friend from California, Matt Domyancic, because the retreats he's involved in have been very successful.I...2023-08-1426 min
Hey Chaplain: The Police Wellness Podcast057 - Follow Ups and Business Checks: Hey Chaplain's Second AnniversaryText a Message to the ShowThis episode marks the beginning of our third year, so I wanted to go back and do some follow up with some of my past guests. In this episode we talk about staying healthy physically and mentally, changing jobs within the police department, serving food to the Border Patrol, and much more. If you missed a guest's original episode, they are listed below.Matt Domyancic - 018, 034Rob Sanderson - 028Don Ash - 012Tzvi Levin - 048Keith Falkner - 006, 032Doug Monda - 022Steve Keogh - 030Tim Cotton - 043Stephen Sm...2023-05-2940 minResponder ResilienceS3 E13 Part 2 Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0In the second part of this mini-documentary, Responder Resilience continues the deep dive into the topic of first responder retirement. We are joined by a panel of twenty one retired or active first responders and resilience experts, representing law enforcement, the fire service, EMS, dispatch, animal control, and mental health clinicians. Most people view retirement as something to look forward to with joy and anticipation. At the same time, when it comes to life stressors, retirement is among the top 10. It’s the nature of most law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, dispatchers and firefighters to put others' needs first. Th...2023-03-3059 min
Hey Chaplain: The Police Wellness PodcastSWAT Wellness: Matt Domyancic, Tactical Chaplain - Bonus Ep 16Text a Message to the ShowIt's funny that I've published over 70 episodes and bonus episodes about life in law enforcement and I still haven't really done a SWAT episode. Well, I can fix that. Recently my friend Matt Domyancic, the Tactical Chaplain, flew in to Kansas City from California to speak at a SWAT conference. So, I kidnapped him from the convention center and brought him back to my office so I could interview him talking about wellness for SWAT officers. Matt has a tremendous amount of expertise about health in law enforcement. He was a...2023-03-2726 minResponder ResilienceS3 E12 Part 1 Responder Retirement: Navigating Life 2.0In this two part mini-documentary, Responder Resilience does a deep dive into the topic of first responder retirement. We are joined by a panel of twenty one retired or active first responders and resilience experts, representing law enforcement, the fire service, EMS, dispatch, animal control, and mental health clinicians. Most people view retirement as something to look forward to with joy and anticipation. At the same time, when it comes to life stressors, retirement is among the top 10. It’s the nature of most law enforcement officers, EMS personnel, dispatchers and firefighters to put others' needs first. The...2023-03-2357 min
The Washdown PodcastThe Washdown Ep.111 Matt DomyancicMatt volunteers as a chaplain and peer support for police agencies in Los Angeles. He also is a volunteer for nonprofits that support police officers in crisis, as well as those that are injured and disabled. Matt believes all first responders can have careers that provide deeper meaning and add richness to their spiritual lives if approached in the right manner. Matt is a medically retired police officer that worked patrol, Peer Support, SWAT, and as a full-time police academy instructor. Matt was the Wellness Coordinator for his agency integrating sports nutrition, strength, and conditioning, stress management, combatives-and-scenario training r...2023-03-081h 18Hey Chaplain: The Police Wellness Podcast034 - What is a Patrol Chaplain: Matt Domyancic, Tactical ChaplainText a Message to the ShowToday we're bringing back Matt Domyancic; he's a former LEO and a police chaplain in California and was previously a guest on episode number 018. I was eager to bring him back to talk about "patrol chaplaincy," a term we're using here to describe the chaplaincy work specifically focused on the wellness of the rank and file in law enforcement. Today we talk about competing styles of police chaplaincy and why this particular approach which we are advocating is needs to be given more attention.This episode looks at some of...2022-08-0143 min
Fight the Burnout - A Podcast for PoliceInterview #91 - Matt Domyancic – Ex Police Officer and SWAT to Police Chaplain in one of the busiest cities of AmericaIn this episode, Chris interviews Matt Domyancic, we talk about how he went from the top of his game, got injured, and fell to the bottom. His journey with pain meds and his fight with insurance to get different treatment.
He discusses how this all lead to him moving to California to end up where he is now. The science-backed tools he teaches and gives to Officers around the United States are life-changing and extremely impactful.
He describes some of the life changing things Officers he talks to go through daily and how he helps...2022-07-1453 min
Provider Wellness PodcastWellness Coach, Chaplain, & Retired Police Officer: A Fascinating DiscussionSend us a textIn today’s episode, I have a conversation with Matt Domyancic. He is a retired police officer who was a member his department’s SWAT team, a chaplain, and peer support and wellness coach. He is an individual who started down the road of wellness activities very early in his life and continues living that life to this day. He bucked the norms where he grew up, and what he did for his career, to live a life of wellness and to work with the people around him to promote wellness in their lives. ...2022-04-061h 09Responder ResilienceS2 E8 Grace Under Fire - Spirituality In The Trenches with Guest Matt DomyancicIn this episode, David and Stacy speak with Matt Domyancic, The Tactical Chaplain, about how to enjoy a career that provides deeper meaning to your spiritual life. Matt will share some strategies for transitioning from a responder career while staying highly connected with the job and the mission. We’ll also learn what a Patrol Chaplain is.Matt is a medically retired police officer who volunteers as a chaplain and peer support for police agencies in Los Angeles. Matt believes all first responders can have careers that provide deeper meaning and add richness to their spiritual lives if...2022-02-2453 min
The Guns & Yoga PodcastEpisode #27: Matt Domyancic - The Tactical ChaplainIn today’s episode I speak with Matt Domyancic. Matt volunteers as a chaplain and peer support for police agencies in Los Angeles. He also is a volunteer for nonprofits that support police officers in crisis, as well as those that are injured and disabled. Matt believes all first responders can have careers that provide deeper meaning and add richness to their spiritual lives if approached in the right manner.
Matt is a medically retired police officer that worked patrol, Peer Support, SWAT, and as a full-time police academy instructor. Matt was the Wellness Coordinator for his ag...2022-02-011h 07Hey Chaplain: The Police Wellness Podcast018 - Officer Wellness: Matt Domyancic, Tactical ChaplainText a Message to the ShowToday I'm talking to Matt Domyancic. Matt was a linebacker and competitive power lifter at the Air Force Academy and Colgate University and was a police officer in Connecticut and the Washington DC area. He was also a Division 1 strength coach at Yale and Georgetown and for the NFL Combine. In law enforcement, he worked patrol, SWAT, and as a full-time police academy instructor and helped with peer support.Today we start by talking about Matt's law enforcement career, a job he absolutely loved. But he was forced out and...2022-01-0335 min
The What's a Hero PodcastEpisode 039: part 2 with Matt Domyancic "the Tactical Chaplain"Episode 039: part 2 of the What's a Hero Podcast concludes our conversation with Matt Domyancic "the Tactical Chaplain." Matt's desire to do good and strong work ethic challenged him when he began to struggle due to circumstances beyond his control. He persevered and came out victorious. However, just because a victory has been won does not mean the battles are over. Matt still works to support others through his passions for fitness, success of his fellow man and strong belief in God. Matt embodies mind, body and spirit and works to bless all those he comes in contact with. 2022-01-0357 min
The What's a Hero PodcastEpisode 039: part 1 with the Tactical Chaplain Matt DomyancicEpisode 039: part 1 of the What's a Hero Podcast introduces us to the Tactical Chaplain, Matt Domyancic. Matt, a retired police officer, fitness expert, chaplain and all around good hearted guy, explains what it took to get him to where he is right now. His challenges have not been reduced since retiring; in fact, they have doubled. However, his tenacity and love for his fellow man keep him going, almost to his own detriment. A real hero who is willing to sacrifice for other heroes. 2021-12-2759 min
A Brothers' Creed#64- Fostering Masculinity - Interview with the Tactical Chaplin Part 2On this episode of A Brothers Creed Podcast we chat with Matt Domyancic who is a retired Police officer, former SWAT member, police academy instructor, collegiate strength coach trainer, and Chaplin. Matt works primarily with first responders to help them deal with the stresses of their occupation and deal with some of the trauma they may face. This is the second part of our conversation from last week and we talk specifically about Masculinity. Matt shares with us the importance of fatherhood and male leadership in our society. He talks about the father wound and how only 17% of men...2021-12-2244 min
A Brothers' Creed#63- Men‘s mental health- Interview with the Tactical Chaplin Part 1On this episode of A Brothers Creed Podcast we chat with Matt Domyancic who is a retired Police officer, former SWAT member, police academy instructor, collegiate strength coach trainer, and Chaplin. Matt works primarily with first responders to help them deal with the stresses of their occupation and deal with some of the trauma they may face. In this episode Matt shares with us some of his personal story of being forcibly medically retired form the police force and what tools and methods he used to get through his own personal struggle. We talk about some of the ways...2021-12-1537 min
Thin Line BelieversPolice Officer Wellness - Breaking the Stigma (with Matt Domyancic - part 2)A healthy police officer is less likely to die young, make poor decisions, end relationships in divorce, contemplate suicide... Cops don't sleep enough, eat properly, talk about their problems... Matt Domyancic has a background as a police officer, strength coach, a chaplain. He has dealt with officer wellness from different standpoints and brings his knowledge of the topic to our discussion today. Check out this episode with Matt to learn about several ways to maintain your overall wellness. Break the "suffer in silence" stigma. Police officers should never suffer alone. We all deal with these issues and everyone is affect...2021-12-1336 minThin Line BelieversOverall Wellness with Matt Domyancic [Part 1]This two-part episode features LA County Chaplain and former Police Officer Matt Domyancic. Matt moved from his career in law enforcement into the field of chaplaincy where he continues to serve. Matt has a solid foundation in theology and psychology, and has worked as a college strength coach. His perspective of overall wellness made this an excellent and educational two-part conversation.
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Behind The ShieldMatt Domyancic - Episode 472Matt Domyancic is a former powerlifter, strength and conditioning coach and a law enforcement veteran. We discuss military service, sports vs tactical athletics, fitness standards, getting comfortable being uncomfortable, peer support and much more.2021-06-171h 58
The LeaderistEP 7 - Matt DomyancicWhat does Officer Wellness have to do with our community? Everything. From training preparedness to optimal mental health, our communities expect that the officer arriving on scene is in the proper physical and mental condition to meet the needs of that situation. Matt Domyancic has dedicated a lifetime to making this Wellness training the norm in departments. Often an uphill battle, he sees the current climate as an opportunity to showcase just what taking care of our First Responders can do for our relationship with the communities we serve.2021-01-251h 01
Brownie In BlueLet’s get spiritual! Can all cops be “spiritual” and find meaning on the streets?Matt Domyancic ( bio: https://www.globalassociates.org/matt-domyancic/ ) joins me on this incredible episode about spirituality and what that means? and how does it relate to Law Enforcement Officers? Matt dives deep into explaining that “spirituality” encompasses more than just stating your a Christian, or Muslim, or Jewish. He explains how spirituality can come in all forms and ways; and more importantly Matt provides practical applications and suggestions in developing and/or heightening ones own spiritual growth and journey. The following are just some resources Matt provides for the listeners: Books: Warriors Return by Edward Tick; Falling Upward by Richard Rohr...2020-12-121h 37Brownie In BlueTAKE OFF YOUR ARMOR!Matt Domyancic joins me on this episode and tackles the mental health issues of policing. He provides vast and in depth knowledge on how mental health is the key to a sustainable and happy life in policing. In the world of defunding police , political backlash, and demonizing the police mental health is paramount now more than ever in combating depression , isolation, and worse suicide. Matt provides a holistic and “upstream” approach to combating downstream problems. Matt, along with me, want to provide support to all those LEOs who are suffering. You are not alone !
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Real Life PodcastInterview with Retired Law Enforcement Officer, Matt DomyancicIn this episode, I talk with Retired Law Enforcement Officer, Matt Domyancic about his career, the importance of wellness and peer support in police departments, and his non-profit organization. Learn more about Matt's non-profit organization, GLOBAL SERVICE ASSOCIATES at https://www.globalassociates.org/matt-domyancic/ Connect with Matt on INSTAGRAM at @thinbluelinespirituality.Send Matt an email at Matt.domyancic@globalassociates.org--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/reallifetbl4w/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/reallifetbl4w/support2020-10-301h 01
First Responder Wellness PodcastFirst Responder Friday - Matthew DomyancicMatthew Domyancic, M.S., M.S., M.A. served as a police officer for a large department in the Metro DC area where he worked patrol, peer support, SWAT, and was a full-time police academy instructor. He was also the Wellness Coordinator for his agency, where he integrated sports nutrition, strength and conditioning, combatives, stress management, heart rate monitors and scenario training long before the “tactical athlete” concept became widely popular.
Matt also worked as a strength and conditioning coach at Georgetown and Yale Universities. Prior to coaching, Matt played linebacker and was a competitive powerlifter for the Air Force Acad...2020-10-1257 min