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What’s Your EmergencyJourney Through Heatwaves and Hospital StaysEver faced the chaos of a family trip gone wrong? Picture this: a heatwave, a jam-packed schedule, and an appendix emergency—all part of HM's latest adventure in England. This episode kicks off with our return to the podcast world after a hiatus, where we bring you up to speed on our tumultuous but humorous recent events. Along the way, we express our gratitude to our new patron, Chris, and share how we're preparing for more regular episodes. Expect laughs, a few gasps, and a whole lot of storytelling.Ever wondered how to survive a Taylor Swift co...2024-07-1725 minWhat’s Your EmergencyHarmonic Nostalgia and the Anthems of Our LivesEver stumbled upon an old mixtape that transported you back to high school dances or lazy afternoons with friends? That's where we kick things off—from the shed where our podcast was born to the soundtracks that scored our lives, this episode is a love letter to the tunes that have been with us every step of the way. We're not just talking about Bon Jovi's anthems that defined my high school years and twirled us around the dance floor at my wedding. There's also a nod to the "American Graffiti" soundtrack and those car shows that shaped HM’s chil...2024-05-0834 minWhat’s Your EmergencyTennessee Tragedy: Tragic Mistake or Terrible AccidentCaught between the joy of a gaming win and the sorrow of a message never meant to be sent, our latest episode is a journey through life's highs and lows. We kick off with a celebratory moment, one of our kids achieving an impressive feat in Fortnite, and then pivot to a somber discussion about the consequences of texting while driving. It's a reminder that, with four new drivers in our homes, the stakes are high. The conversation takes an unexpected turn into the whimsical world of Australian slang – a laugh is had by all, but we don't shy aw...2024-02-2831 minWhat’s Your EmergencyStump MC with Afroman and the Dukes of HazzardScene: Interior Game show set 22A (the one with the black mold)Cue Applause trackAnnouncer: "And now it's time to play everyone's favorite Fire Police EMS gameshow!"Prerecorded studio audience at considerable expense: "STUMP...M...C!!"Applause track fades awkwardly, giving away that it isn't live. The announcer can be heard picking up a cocktail with ice and mumbling "I need a real job..."Cue show:3 more stories from the land of first responders are on the show this week including 90s musical stylist Afroman, a...2023-06-1420 min
Motorcop Chronicles PodcastGuns and Donuts, 5 things to Never say to a Motorcop, Prison NursesWe welcome a special Co-Host tonight Motorcop4Life will be helping me out with the Mid week news, Holstera is still in the hospital but doing better and should be back soon. We have some crazy stories to get into tonight I hope y'all enjoy. Want more Motorcop all exclusive Rants and Stories and more join the Patreon Page CLICK HERE. Use PROMO CODE: MOTORCOP15 get 15% off at Mypatriotcigar.com Follow on Face Book, Instagram, Twitter, and Tok Tok @dirtyd07 Join the Private Facebook page The Motorcop Club House it is f...2022-09-221h 19What’s Your EmergencyStump HM & MC - Face to Face Cop vs Fireman!As HM opened his computer, ready to stump law enforcement expert MC, there was a sly smile from across the recording studio. MC has prepared his own 3 questions to try to stump HM with stories from EMS, Fire, Military, Police and Disaster Preparedness.The questions go back and forth in a fury, seeing new records in correct answers by both contestants! Which can you get right?!Well, how did you do on our quiz? Did we stump you?X3 Bar - The ONLY gym gear you needSlash your workout time and triple...2022-04-2727 minWhat’s Your EmergencyWYE in the News - Atlanta Bank "Robbery" and Traffic QuotasEvery now and again your hosts look at the news and think...hmmm...that's weird. As experts in their respective fields it can be odd to read a news story then dig a little deeper to find out what's really going on.This week MC has scrubbed a few stories to share that really had him wondering what else is going on.First stop is Atlanta, GA, where Director of Black Panther 2 Ryan Coogler was mistaken for a bank robbery suspect. Maybe "mistaken" isn't the right word, maybe "accused of bank robbery while trying to...2022-04-2027 minWhat’s Your EmergencyOakland Ladder Truck Crash Video response from a veteran traffic copRipped from the headlines!Recently, three Oakland, California, firefighters were injured after their ladder truck crashed into a building after swerving to miss a vehicle in an intersection. As per usual, the keyboard commanders hit the socials to point blame here, there and anywhere, adding their expert observations about vehicle size, speed, location, rules being followed and every other imaginable observation.So Justin did what any knuckle dragging fireman would do...he called up his cop buddy and showed him the video.This week you get a special treat of not only hearing M...2022-03-1615 minWhat’s Your EmergencyWWJD - What's With Justin's Disability?As you may recall, one of your co-hosts (the less prettier but way taller one (also younger)) suffered a stress induced migraine storm that took him out of normal rotation for a full three months.During this time of recovery, therapy and a fair amount of medication Justin awaited word from work about the status of his claim that it was, as all the Doctors and therapists concluded, work related.Well, that final decision finally came through recently and that's our core topic of discussion this week!This week we ponder:Exactly...2022-03-0934 min
What’s Your EmergencyLaurent Rich returns to discuss TraumaIf you enjoyed last week's explicit tag, this week won't disappoint either! Therapist Lauren Rich returns to talk about trauma. Here's what you'll learn: What trauma is and isn't and why it's so hard to tell Common signs we may see in ourselves and each other that may indicate we need help How to get over the "suck it up" mentality everyone thinks everyone else has Where the best after therapy jalapeno poppers can be found Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a be...2021-09-0142 min
What’s Your EmergencyMental Health for Veterans and First Responders with Lauren RichWARNING: This episode contains explicit language and frank discussion of traumatic scenes and events some listeners may find inappropriate. Listener discretion is advised. This week, we talk with licensed Psycotherapist Lauren Rich from LaurenRich.net. Her slogan says everything you need to know about if Lauren gets what first responders and veterans feel like after a traumatic event: Get Unf*cked. It can be difficult to first acknowledge you may need help, and even harder to find someone who you know "gets" what it is that we do on a daily basis. In this epi...2021-08-2537 min
What’s Your EmergencyWatch Your Six with Jonathan ParkerWe've always talked about how important home life is as a first responder. Coming home safe can't be your only goal and if you solely identify yourself as what you do for a living, it can make home life miserable not just for you but for everyone around you. This week, we welcome speaker and wellness trainer Jonathan Parker to talk about just this topic. His course can help you through some of the toughest parts of doing what we do. We aren't the only ones dealing with our jobs, we can inadvertently bring grief and trauma home with...2021-08-1836 min
What’s Your EmergencyThe River Fire took a family home - How you can helpIn this episode, we talk about the #RiverFire and the sad news that MC's sister-in-law and brother-in-law lost their home and everything in it. We reference our first episode where we discuss Disaster Planning, but, more importantly, we are asking for your support for Lizz and Jamie Porter. They are our family and our friends. You can help by going here. In a future episode, Lizz and Jamie will be on the show to tell their tale of how they escaped, what they'd do differently, and what's important to them now....2021-08-1113 min
What’s Your EmergencyAdam Wills and the LEO2CEO CommunityEveryone in the first responder family needs to be thinking about life after the job. Whether you're a few weeks from retirement or looking at a full 30 years ahead of you, your thoughts need to be focused on being safe and what to do later. This week the guys welcome LEO 2 CEO founder Adam Wills to discuss his efforts in helping other LEOs prepare for life after the badge. Take a look at the community using our affiliate link WYERadio.com/L2C and see if you meet the definition of "Copreneur"...and to save $50 off your...2021-08-0444 min
What’s Your EmergencyWe Debrief Our Conversation with Jon AcuffThis week your hosts continue a conversation started with New York Times Bestselling Author, and tall guy, Jon Acuff about his new book Soundtracks. They only had 30 minutes of Jon's time and didn't even crack the surface of all the questions, observations and comments they had, so they hung up with him and hit record again to discuss it. This week the guys go into more detail about how the book impacted them and how approachable it is for the first responder family. While many books geared towards self help are clearly more about making it in...2021-07-2829 min
What’s Your EmergencyNew York Times Bestselling Author Jon Acuff and Soundtracks that can shape your futureThis week your hosts welcome New York Times Bestselling Author, and tall guy, Jon Acuff to talk about his new book Soundtracks. As you are aware, many first responders struggle with an inner monologue that drives us down. "I'm not good enough. I'll never get promoted. I can't find a better job." Researcher Mike Peasley PhD and Jon worked for years in testing a crazy, yet simple theory: What if we changed that soundtrack into something more positive, then acted on it? What if we were able to focus on the positive and have that...2021-07-2149 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 62 - Jon Acuff asks if Cops get TazedNew York Times Bestselling Author, Jon Acuff, dropped by the WYE studios to ask our resident Motor a burning question: "Are cops required to get tazed?" Oddly enough, the topic of being set on fire also comes up...but that's how WYE works, right? Don't miss out on MC's answer...and look for our upcoming interview with Jon next week!Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!Email Us! (Justin or Jason)Thanks for listening and please share t...2021-07-1413 min
What’s Your EmergencyThe Importance of Initial Radio Traffic - Surfside, FL Condo CollapseThe Florida community of Surfside is still reeling from the sudden collapse of an condo building overnight a few days ago leaving 150 people presumed dead. While many news outlets are finding new security footage, as first responders we can learn a lot from talking to the responders first in on these scenes. You'll learn: The importance of a good LCAN report (Location, Conditions, Actions, Needs) Determining next steps and deploying to meet those needs Transmit safe ingress and report additional hazards At what point do "missing" become "presumed dead" For more information, video of the...2021-07-0731 min
What’s Your EmergencyThe Return to Normalcy - Welcome back, Otis!Remember early 2020 when we only had to wait three weeks to make Covid go away? Ah, simpler times. 15 months later, we're starting to emerge from our relative cocoons and starting to see normal sights. Like bar fights, publicly inebriated idiots (aka Otis), and the like. What kind of "normal" things are you seeing where you are?Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!Email Us! (Justin or Jason)Thanks for listening and please share the show!2021-06-3017 min
What’s Your EmergencyStress Management as a First ResponderWe all know the lives of First Responders are jam packed with stress. If it isn't home, it's work. If it isn't work, it's home. In this episode, we discuss an article from PoliceOne (written in the quaint year of 2017) all about stress...its causes and how to reduce it. More to the point, we are partnering with Yoga for First Responders and hosting a Yoga Challenge! Watch and participate with your hosts as we do a 14-Day Yoga Challenge. Sign up here for more information and register to win some killer prizes! T...2021-06-2340 min
What’s Your EmergencyMC and HM go to the MoviesYou can't swing a turnout coat without hitting some buddy cop movie or show these days and it shouldn't be a surprise. Hunting down bad guys while your supervisor challenges your methods and threatens you with punishment sounds exciting, right? Movies like Backdraft and...well...Backdraft sure make being a fireman seem exciting, but is it real? Let me answer that by mentioning there isn't a Law & Order: Report Room show. This week, the Happy Medic and I grab some popcorn and a $200 small cola and head into the movie house to discuss...2021-06-1639 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 61 - Heads Up! Putting data in your line of sightListener Brian dropped us a question about heads up displays for Law Enforcement. Your experts jump in with the pros and cons, finding far more pros as well as a number of reasons why it will be an uphill battle to get these technologies accepted by the broader first responder world. This week the guys talk about the different applications of a HUD as well as the opportunities Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality can give us to improve the three disciplines.Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us...2021-06-0916 min
What’s Your EmergencyThe Internet of Things with Greg Kaminski and Joseph WalshThe internet of Things (IoT) is a living force that surrounds us and binds us together...no wait, that's the Force. IoT is very popular and is likely in use in your home and workplace without you realizing it. Your Alexa or Google Home Assistant is constantly listening for a phrase and if your query isn't understood it sends a recording to a human to decipher. Isn't that a lovely thought? But it goes farther than that, including automatic security lights and cameras, doorbells, interior cameras an a host of other gadgets that we set...2021-06-0243 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 60 - Is a Citizen's Arrest a real thing or not?The Citizen's Arrest. A tool used by Hollywood to advance a story line or real thing one can do? Can any random person detain any other random person if they witness a crime and hold them until Police arrive to make an actual arrest? This week you'll find out! Listener/Loose Cannon, Jillian, jumped on Speakpipe (on our homepage Here) and recorded her brief question which Motorcop answers very quickly. We then discuss that other thing that seems to be more Hollywood than real life: Commandeering a car.Support the show...2021-05-2616 min
What’s Your EmergencySaying Goodbye to Ted SetlaThis week on What's Your Emergency the emergency is that we just found out a good friend died. The tears of sorrow, the laughter of good memories and the need to sometimes just sit quietly by a friend as they grieve are all topics for this week. Moving forward though, make sure of the following: Your living will and other documents are on file and good to go Determine a family PIO, someone who can be the gateway to information through good and bad Grieving alone is rarely good, find someone to listen, help...a...2021-05-1940 min
What’s Your EmergencyAdvice to young first responders from their future selvesOver the past (wiggle hands and fingers wildly) years we've tried to share as much knowledge as we can about living in the three disciplines of Police, EMS and Fire. We do this by inviting on guests that have inspired us, authors who distract (and inspire) us, heck we even invite people we disagree with to learn more for ourselves. But imagine, if you can, a young Justin, polishing his boots for his first Volunteer shift in rural New Mexico, or a young Jason, ironing his uniform for his first day on patrol and our older selves...2021-05-1233 min
What’s Your EmergencyBlogging NostalgicYou likely know by now that your hosts met as public safety bloggers many, many moons ago. What you may not know is why they started and what made them stop. In this episode, the guys fire up the microphones after listening to part of one of the first Crossover Shows and became nostalgic for everything that was the "new internet." For example, remember when MC had to wear a motor helmet every time he was on camera? Pepperidge Farms Remembers. We discuss: Why they chose an online format instead of print The...2021-05-0547 min
Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma StoriesPolice Officer Murdered, Career of the MotorCop.Police Officer Murdered, The Career of the MotorCop. “...the victim officer was put on a backboard, my eyes focused on his left hand. Specifically, the gold band around his ring finger.” His Career As A “MotorCop”, Including The Murder Of C.H.P. Officer Kenyon Youngstrom. Jason Hoschouer, the“Motorcop” is our guest. He describes the murder of C.H.P. Officer Youngstrom, his experience from the traumatic events and life immediately afterwards. He talks about his career as a law enforcement officer in particular his many years experience as a “Motorcop”. Jason talks about the one aspect of his care...2021-05-0241 min
What’s Your Emergency6 Steps to Financially Prepare for RetirementYou might think this is a show about the end of your career, but we've got advice for you new people. As a family financial expert, Jason has lived the advice we're giving this week. And Justin has followed many of the same principles and found himself in a financial situation he never thought he'd be in. This subject is definitely one we’re passionate about and we firmly believe if you take the steps we talk about to heart, your retirement will not only be attainable, but exactly what you want it to be. We talk...2021-04-2835 min
What’s Your EmergencyLive Reaction to the Chauvin VerdictUnless you're living with your fingers pressed tightly into your ears and screaming at the top of your lungs with your eyes closed, you're aware of the trial of former Police Officer Derek Chauvin for the death of George Floyd. Your hosts, with a combined 50 years experience in law enforcement, fire protection and EMS, came together as soon as it was announced a verdict had been reached. While many have made this case purely political, others have tried to make it the greatest case of all time or something to be dismissed. WYE Radio strives...2021-04-2150 min
What’s Your EmergencyDon't Ask WYE - Issue 59 - How asking the wrong question can hurtYou know how when you're feeling down and you've experienced a not so great life moment it's irritating to constantly be asked, "You okay?" We get it. Recently, Justin's eldest had some medical issues (Ask WYE 57) and he's been inundated with queries about how he's handling things. Methinks he's reached his limit. In this episode we talk about some strategies as a replacement for simply asking, "You okay?" You'll learn about: Offering a distraction (we landed on disc golf) Planning an unrelated outing (favorite taphouse, anyone?) Ask about the latest [insert book...2021-04-1418 min
What’s Your EmergencyCyndi Doyle and her Essential Guide to Protecting Your Law Enforcement RelationshipBeing married in the Three Disciplines (that's Police/Fire/EMS for the uninitiated) comes with some unique challenges. Holidays? Aw...aren't you cute. Baby's first steps? Hope you got that on tape. Marriage is hard enough as it is. Throw in the tumult and unpredictable nature of working in the Disciplines raises the bar. In steps this week's guest, author and Licensed Counselor Cyndi Doyle to discuss her new book, Hold the Line: The Essential Guide to Protecting Your Law Enforcement Relationship. During our conversation, you'll learn: Why Cy...2021-04-0736 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 58 - ATL and Dens of Iniquity: Why Don't the Cops Stop Them?Whenever a new social media platform launches there is always the elusive invitation. Certain people are given a certain number of codes to share with their friends to build the platform and create buzz. Some knucklehead gave one to us so of course we went straight in with no plan other than to hear what all the fuss was about. Listen in as we crash a Clubhouse room and more or less take over the conversation...as we do. In our first Clubhouse experience, we tackle the light topic of the oldest trade i...2021-04-0110 min
What’s Your EmergencyYoga for First Responders CEO Olivia MeadWe know what you're thinking. Yoga immediately brings to mind one of two images: Either images of impossibly skinny girls in their 20s stretching on a beach or Gary from weekend graves barely fitting into his sweatpants. You do you. This week on the show the guys welcome Yoga for First Responders CEO Olivia Mead to discuss not only the benefits of yoga in the three disciplines, but to destroy some of your preconceptions about yoga and the benefits we can all reap from practicing it. In this episode, you'll discover: The benefits of...2021-03-2456 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 57 - The Ghost of Wilford Brimley AttacksThose of you old enough to recall the mid-80's and our man, Wilford Brimley, know he was an advocate for fighting diabetes. Welp, Wilford, that fight just came home to roost at HMHQ. In this week's episode, Justin gets you up to date with what's been happening with his family. For some great resource and to learn more about diabetes, visit the show notes!Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!Email Us! (Justin or Jason)Thanks for listening a...2021-03-1723 min
Things Police See: Firsthand AccountsLouisiana MotorcopIn this episode Steve interviews the Louisiana motorcop known by code name Iceman. Iceman has been a motorcycle cop for over 20 years and still loves his job! He delivers some insane stories to the podcast with that great Southern drawl! Check out Iceman's podcast Motorcop Chronicles! Motorcop Chronicles https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/motorcop-chronicles-podcast/id1506514001 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community! https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net2021-03-171h 13
What’s Your EmergencyLegal Documents every First Responder needs with Wendy K ReynoldsOof. That's a rough subject line, right? Lord knows we as a species aren't big on considering our own mortality, but for those of us working in the world of First Responders, we really should be required to do just that. This week we tackle a confusing topic: legal documents. Wendy K Reynolds is an expert in Estate Planning and, as we learn from this episode of What's Your Emergency, an accomplished lawyer, DA and judge. In this episode, we discuss: What documents every first responder should have prepared How to make sure you're...2021-03-1046 min
What’s Your EmergencyThe Intersection of Faith and Finances with Johnny McWilliamsFaith and Finances. Two topics people love to talk about, right? Hello? Is this thing on? Not to worry, friends. In this episode, you can simply listen and not be required to tell us your life story surrounding these taboo topics because MC has a great discussion with fellow financial coach, Johnny McWilliams, about these very things. In his new book, Biblical Faith Meets Financial Strategy, Johnny lays out his Seven Targets on which to Zero in to maximize your financial health: Prayerfully Plan Demolish Debt Cancel Credit Increase Inflow Optimize Outgo...2021-03-0348 min
What’s Your EmergencyDr. Sharon Grossman and the 7E Solution to BurnoutBurnout in the disciplines is real. We all know it. Trouble is, most of the resources made available to first responders are tips on avoiding future stress (good luck with that), avoiding alcohol (C'mon, man), and maybe go and get you some therapy Justin has been going through anxiety and burnout for almost two full years (possibly longer) and thought there wasn't any more help out there. Then, he stumbled on our guest's book, The 7E Solution to Burnout. Curious about the subtitle, "Transforming Exahuasted to Extraordinary" Justin dove in expecting the usual advice he ha...2021-02-2445 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 56 - Our DUI ExperienceIn true WYE-fashion, we turn the tables on the week's Ask WYE. While recording a future episode with our guest, we started talking about our past experiences with DUI. No, not committing them. Arresting them and then prosecuting them. MC took the chance to take the show down a rabbit hole and got our guest, Wendy Reynolds, to give her perspective as a former district attorney. You'll learn about: Different experiences with DUI The "wet and reckless" (it's not dirty...stop it) Ways a prosecuting attorney may (or may not) view DUI Frustrations felt b...2021-02-1715 min
What’s Your EmergencyRefresh2021 and the Future of Online Education with Batt Chief Tom BouthilletDuring these challenging times (Aren't you sick of getting those emails?), Battalion Chief Tom Bouthillet saw an opportunity to improve EMT and Paramedic education and decided not to just watch it go by. The result was an entirely online education program that offered 30 hours of Continuing Credit Units for providers stuck at home due to Covid restrictions. And he didn't just read some slides on a cell phone camera and upload it to Youtube. Calling in heavy hitters in the Pre-Hospital world, Tom lined up the folks who literally wrote the book in their respective...2021-02-1039 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk 55 - LODD Survivor Benefits - 2221 9.58 AMListener Teri fired a question to Justin at Justin@WYERadio.com asking about benefits for first responder families after a line of duty death. While your hosts think this is a no brainer, there are apparently municipalities that do not automatically offer benefits for the surviving families of first responders killed in the line of duty. A quick search revealed a curious case the guys dive into involving the death of an Officer in North Dakota and how it spurred lawmakers to expand benefits to the family. This touched off a tangent discussion because, really, that's what...2021-02-0318 min
What’s Your EmergencyGarrett TeSlaa & 6 Tips to Improve Your Leadership SkillsThis week the guys welcome back Garrett TeSlaa, host of the Squadroom Podcast to discuss 6 key points to consider when looking to lead in the disciplines. It doesn't take a high score on the Lt's test or any brass on your collar, it takes the right attitude and application of the right tools. In this episode we discuss: Staying relevant and finding help around you Why leadership is not tied to rank or position When to call in other resources Why staying focused on the next step is as important, if not more so, than the...2021-01-2747 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 54 - Schrodinger's RetirementEver heard of Schrodinger's Cat? We're introducing a concept called Schrodinger's Retirement. To get a better (and brief) understanding of this oft quoted concept, check out the full show notes. Why are we diving so deep into theoretical physics on a first responder podcast? Because one of our hosts is experiencing what the other host refers to as Schrodinger's Retirement. When asked if Jason is, in fact, retired from law enforcement the answer is confusing and has so many different moving parts that Justin has officially decided he is both retired and not retired until...2021-01-2018 min
What’s Your EmergencySeason 3 Premiere!In this episode, the guys are back together, in studio, after a 10 day quarantine since Jason left the area to visit family over the holiday. With new toys and equipment, hopefully the show sounds cleaner and crisper and all our bad jokes are easier to hear. The guys discuss new segments, future guests and offer brief comments about recent events. Coming up in Season 3 you may hear: If Jason is actually retired. Or not. Or whatever How to handle an interview with a national radio show with Scott Kier Transitioning from LEO to Real Estate with...2021-01-1324 min
What’s Your EmergencyThe 2020 WYE Gift Idea ShowHere comes MC. Here comes HM. Right down WYE lane. That doesn't roll right off the tongue, does it? Ah, well...at least we've got some gift ideas for the loved ones and/or first responders in your life! Here's a few of the things on our past Christmas lists that we talk about: Tacvent Pew Pew Lasercraft CanvasFreaks Firefighter Job Shirt X3 Bar Leather Radio Strap Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, y'all!Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!2020-12-0927 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 53 - Litigiosity: Suing Rescuers for Helping You.Listener Jeff Sinfield from the great Down Unda' chimes in this week with a question aimed at MC but that HM has some questions about, too. "Can you be sued personally on the job?" It turns out MC and his pals have a built in legal device called Qualified Immunity that HM is curious to learn more about. He asks: Could the removal of Qualified Immunity increase quality of service? Should Qualified Immunity be used to remove officers for wrongdoing when they apply for new positions? If HM and his Medic pals purchase malpractice insurance, is...2020-12-0224 min
What’s Your EmergencyWhat's Up with MC?!In this brief, pre-holiday episode, we thought you might appreciate an update on what's been happening with MC, his injury, and his plans for the future. Be sure to check out his FREE 5-day budgeting course!Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!Email Us! (Justin or Jason)Thanks for listening and please share the show!2020-11-2512 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 52 - Board Game MashupThis week Justin has been thinking about all the board games we play and have around our homes and got the idea in his head to write new rules for Monopoly. And that got him thinking, "If you could mash two games together to make a fun new one? Which would you choose?" Lucky for him, co-host Jason is also a game nerd and so this week's question is all about shaking up family game night. After all, with all that's going on, a good game night can relieve a lot that ails us.2020-11-1819 min
What’s Your EmergencyHorrible Industry Ideas that Should Never See the Light of DayHere at WYE Radio, we fancy ourselves experts in our respective fields. Years of advanced education and training on top of decades of public service, pushing the limits, challenging the status quo and striving to make our professions better than we are. And then comes the Industry. Not the industry like "Oh, cool, electricity and factories" but the companies that prey upon confused (and more than likely a little intoxicated) managers, Chiefs and administrators who suddenly have the solution to a problem the never knew they had. You know the ones... Just such an...2020-11-1128 min
What’s Your EmergencyPost Election Mood Cleansing ShenanigansIn an effort to try to turn a sour election season sweet and a dark week bright, the guys come together to learn about the brilliance, and dim wittedness that is Yahoo Answers as well as trying a few Google auto complete searches about cops and firemen. We hope this episode finds you in the total bliss of a political win and the realization that, even if your old white guy lost and the world is coming to an end, you can always count on WYE to bring a smile to your face, even if it is...2020-11-0429 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 51 - How much cross training is too much?Listener Phil is back with another good question this week about cross training Police Officers as EMTs. We tackled this topic on our old show and discuss it sometimes but this week we get into the specifics about expectations on scene and how much EMT training is too much. While Police Officers do need tactical intervention training, like bleeding control and CAT use, there isn't much value in them being educated in the ins and outs of vital sign gathering and interpretation, nor clouding their training with medication dosages and documentation. On the other side...2020-10-2820 min
What’s Your EmergencyIn Memoriam - Firefighter/Paramedic Jason CortezTo honor the memory of San Francisco Firefighter/Paramedic Jason Cortez, we've decided to pre-empt our usual show this week and "go dark" in his memory. Jason Cortez was a second-generation firefighter for SFFD that died in the line of duty on October 7th, 2020. The final report is still to be released, what we do know is he was knocked from the third floor of the training tower in what appears to be a tragic accident. For more information about Jason and how you can help the two sons that survive him, please go to http://wyeradio.c...2020-10-2101 min
What’s Your Emergencythe social dilemma - Discussing what social media really does to usThis week your experts get together for a live video discussion of what they learned and their thoughts on the Netflix Docu-drama The Social Dilemma. They discuss the brain's reaction to notifications and our desire to be recognized and appreciated. The filmmakers interview the engineers who were there at the beginning to really get an idea of what the social media landscape was supposed to look like. The guys go into more detail about: What it's like to be the generation growing with this technology, now wondering how it turned on us As people...2020-10-1451 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 50 - You've Got HomeworkThis week's Ask is brief. We're gonna ask you to check out the Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma. Both your hosts have seen it and were deeply intrigued. We thought it would be an interesting experiment to ask you, our faithful listeners, to check it out and then join us this Saturday, October 10th, at the WYE Facebook page (not at all ironically) to have a conversation about the doc, LIVE. At what time, you ask? Dammit if you don't ask good questions. We've got five kids between us...we'll be playing it by ear...2020-10-0705 min
What’s Your EmergencyTemporary Modified WYE - MC is Moving out of TownYou read that right, MC is moving out of town. We've discussed his line of duty back injury for a few weeks but today you'll learn what happens on the administrative side when you're off for more than a few weeks recovering. Yup, MC is getting kicked out of the Town. The Town he's been serving since you met him, since Justin met him, since he was MC. After 16 some odd years or so, they cut him loose back to the larger agency and now he has no idea where he's going to end up....2020-09-3040 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 49 - Andre is off to to SchoolIf you're interested in entering the Disciplines (specifically Fire and/or EMS), what course of study will best benefit you: Fire Science or EMS? Short answer? Depends. Longer answer? Tune in and find out!Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!Email Us! (Justin or Jason)Thanks for listening and please share the show!2020-09-2319 min
What’s Your EmergencyCBD - Helpful or harmful? - with Thaddeus Setla of Wicked RootAs a basic rule, you should always know what you're putting in your body. You want to know that the food and medicine you buy at the store actually contains what it says it does. Is the same true for CBD? We talk to Ted about: What THC content means in CBD both for therapeutic relief and testing positive at work, What a Canabanoid is and how it compares to a Terpene, Why a Broad Spectrum CBD is unique, How he likes to recreate the volleyball scene from Top Gun. Support the showJo...2020-09-1636 min
What’s Your EmergencyGary Goes Full GaryDo you know Gary? Not a Gary. THE Gary. Tell him we said thanks for all the content. (If your name is Gary, but your not THE Gary, we humbly apologize for his destructive ways that impacts all the other Garys.) Having said that, though, Gary really stepped in it this week. ;-) SPOILER ALERT: Traveling on the company dime, getting drunk, and yelling racial epithets at the nice folks at the Best Western is not going to be meet with accolades and atta boys. Turns out, you might not get fired, though. So...there's that? 2020-09-0920 min
What’s Your EmergencyWYE Special Event - Kilted to Kick CancerIt's September, do you know where your pants are? For regular listeners, that answer is easy, but for you new people, your hosts also co-founded a charity. Kilted to Kick Cancer was born on Labor Day weekend many moons ago when we were swaying in the breeze of our new found kilted freedom and wondering how to convince the wives to let us do it more often. Find out how you can become part of the Kilted Army How is wearing a kilt a thing? How dare you ask me that? Why isn't Justin...2020-09-0229 min
What’s Your EmergencySafest Family on the Block with Jason BrickHas your neighborhood seen Godzilla, Elder Demons, or mischievous Sprites running amok yet? (Man, I've been playing quite a bit of D&D lately.) Today's guest on What's Your Emergency may or may not have some insight on how to deal with those particular issues...but he can certainly help you with reality based ones. As you'll hear in this episode, there's far more to safe families than baby locks and putting sharp things up high. Jason's new show ranges from childhood injury prevention to situational awareness, suicide awareness and prevention and many, many more...2020-08-2630 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 47 - Mending Relationships with the CommunityNow I have to learn how to fix fences?! Man, law enforcement is getting ridiculous. Oh...it's an analogy? Got it. This week, listener Mark B, asks us how we can simply make things better between "us" and the community. It's a question that has been on the mind's of most cops for quite some time (I'd argue way before 2020). Justin and I do our best to give Mark (and you) some ideas about how to move forward/past all the drama and get right down to how to lead from where we are.2020-08-1921 min
What’s Your EmergencyDr. John Jaquish explains why Weight Lifting is a Waste of TimeOur old friend, and frequent guest, Dr John Jaquish ( AKA Doctor J) has a new book coming out and it is sure to ruffle the feathers of many in the Health & Fitness industry. You'll learn: How science is against free weights and cardio A step-by-step guide in Ch. 10 to achieve the goals Dr. J has experienced All about diet, nutrition, intermittent fasting, and why they're the most important aspect of fitness Testosterone, Growth Hormone and how simply breaking a sweat isn't doing much for your health or fitness goals at all Don't forget to enter...2020-08-1237 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 46 - Talking to someone who 'gets it.'Ever broach a meaningful topic with someone only to realize they have a completely vacant stare and don't understand a thing you're saying? This week, Aaron asks us how to deal with nice people and/or family that just don't "get it". Justin and Jason agree with Aaron and offer some tips to deal with folks who are just looking for some war stories and how to gracefully remove yourself from the conversation. You'll learn about: Filtering your day using the "TV Show" technique Knowing when to seek help outside your comfort...2020-08-0521 min
What’s Your EmergencyAdvice for a new first responder parent...Global Pandemic or notListener Nathan sent us a message asking about how to keep his new baby safe from whatever he may bring home (even outside the pandemic) and how to balance work, school, home and now the baby. We talk about: Decontamination before even leaving work Setting up a washing station inside the home for each return trip from the store and for all the family coming to see baby Opening conversations with his spouse about expectations for when the baby arrives Being realistic when that list of expectations has to be completely changed after the baby arrives 2020-07-2926 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 45 - The Roof, The Roof, The Roof is on FIRE!We asked you to send in your questions and what you consider an emergency and boy did you listen! First up is Dyvette and her question about hot summer days and the risk of fire in her apartment building. While some may consider Dyvette's question foolish or silly we here at WYE answer it and offer other advice around fire safety in the home and in a shared building like an apartment. In this episode, you'll learn: Risks of fire in attics on really hot days Why EDITH should visit your house once a year Under...2020-07-2213 min
What’s Your EmergencyA Career in the Rear View: What Will We Miss?In the wake of recent protests and calls for extensive reform of policing, in some cases abolishing it, law enforcement is seeing a rash of retirements and folks hanging up their vests. In this week's episode Justin tries to get Jason, our law enforcement expert, to think about the things he'll miss when he retires sometime in the coming months or years (20.5 months we think is the exact maximum he has left).Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!Email Us! (Justin or Jason)...2020-07-1528 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 44 - What's YOUR Emergency?This week, the guys need your help! We are nearing the two-year anniversary of the launch of What's Your Emergency (and if Justin doesn't get Jason the appropriate 2 Year gift, there will be hell to pay) and we want to continue to deliver the kind of content to which you want to listen. Answer a simple question for us: What are you struggling with right now that we can assist with? Be it Personal or Professional, Financial or Physical, or anything in between, this show wants to emphasize the "Your" in WYE.2020-07-0804 min
What’s Your EmergencyMotorcop Defunds the Police - Minneapolis and Beyond Part IIIWe at WYE took it a different way and (gasp) landed in the middle, looking at what many folks have always been asking: Can Law Enforcement be better? Short answer? Yes. But how? This week Justin sits Jason down and tells him "OK, I've defunded the Police, now rebuild it from scratch. What stays, what goes, what gets highlighted? Go." What follows is a discussion including: Introducing efficiency and simplicity into reporting More action from law makers to hold those arrested accountable instead of issuing a citation Expanding capabilities and staffing of "Community Aides"...2020-07-0138 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 43 - Covid resurgence from the protests?In recent weeks, tens of thousands of people across the nation have gathered in large groups, some wearing masks (some wearing gas masks in fact) and others not during the civil unrest following the killing of George Floyd. Patron and old time friend of the show, Phil, asks about the protests and if they could be responsible for the sudden upswing of Covid-19 positive cases across the nation.Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!Email Us! (Justin or Jason)Thanks for listening and...2020-06-2418 min
What’s Your EmergencyBe Careful What You Ask (Chant) For - Minneapolis and Beyond Part IIToday, the guys discuss civil unrest as a member of public safety and how rioting doesn't solve anything and looting doesn't solve anything and massive protests doesn't solve anything and taking a knee doesn't solve anything...but here we are anyway. This week get our take on: Civil unrest and how this isolated incident maybe isn't as isolated as some would like it to be How breaking windows at the auto parts store doesn't seem to line up with the stated purpose of the march Will Law Enforcement in general rally behind the phrase "America, we're leaving"? What...2020-06-1735 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 42 - What to expect at your Volunteer Firefighter InterviewCareer fire jobs have almost a cottage industry built up at the front door to teach you how to sit, how to answer, how to react, probably even how to smell to get that coveted career fire job, but what about the Volunteer companies? This week, Justin tackles this question with some of the same advice he offered Phil over the phone in an effort to take some stress out of becoming a volunteer firefighter. This week you'll learn: What kind of fire/rescue scenarios you'll be expected to answer Tips and trick to answer the...2020-06-1015 min
What’s Your EmergencyChanging the Culture in the Disciplines - Minneapolis and Beyond Part IThe death of George Floyd at the hands (knee) of a Minneapolis Police Officer has touched off a powder keg of emotions, protests, riots and political tap dancing. This week our show talks first responders and addresses what it feels like to see people we call "brother and sister" destroying the hard work we do day in and day out. In an upcoming show they will discuss the fallout, directions to go from here and how to rebuild the trust we have let people like the MPD Officer take away from us all. This week they discuss:2020-06-0337 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 41 - What's with all the different ranks?This week, the guys try to compare and contrast their current Departments, old Departments, Departments that they live near...well, it gets messy, but here's a good primer on what rank equals what between our three disciplines! You'll learn: Is a Police Lieutenant the same as a Fire Lieutenant? Is an EMS Captain the same as an Army Captain? Why do some Departments have Corporals and why do some not? Why do Firefighters always cook chili? Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!Email Us! (Justin or...2020-05-2728 min
What’s Your EmergencyStory Time - WYE StyleIn this bonus episode, originally recorded last September, the guys chat with long-time friend and fan of the show, Sean Eddy. In an off-air moment, the stories started flying and a familiar thought occurred..."Why aren't we recording?!" So, we did. If you miss the bygone days of The Crossover Show (minus the swears) wherein we just regaled you with entertaining tales, this bonus episode is for you. You'll learn: Why Sean is lucky to still be employed ;-) How MC charmed a superior to get his job The importance of keeping a good...2020-05-2028 min
What’s Your EmergencyWe Gotta Get Outta This Place - What to do as SiP is lightenedAs we've said in previous shows, it's OK to come out of SiP with a new language, home immaculate and a new side job, but it's also OK to come out just the way you went in. That being said, the guys are here to offer some tips to make sure your emergence from the cocoon is a safe one: Are masks really helping? If so, how, when and why do I wear one? What is the single best thing to make your home easier for rescuers to find? Home monitoring and home alarms are great...2020-05-1333 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 40 - Kids These DaysNot just for the parents among us this time, our recent guest Joe Newman chimed in with a question about if we on the streets as first responders have seen a change in kids, parenting, or both. This week, the guys cross the lines between peace keepers and caregivers and authoritarians in their own homes, taking childhood experiences that are literally opposite yet land in almost the same space as adults. How does that compute? Covered this week by your experts: Has law enforcement seen a generational change in recent years? Do tactics used in police...2020-05-0625 min
What’s Your EmergencyParenting Emergencies: Raising Lions with Joe NewmanIt sounds funny, but some children are different than others and finding a strategy to successfully deal with the children can be a challenge. Just ask MC. As you, our loyal listener, is well aware, MClet #3 has presented challenges and opportunities throughout the years. Be it yelling, hitting, throwing things or just plain being mean, MC and the wife were near their wit's end. Enter Joe Newman. His book Raising Lions was like he was writing about their family. The techniques they've been able to deploy have had a tremendous positive impact, so much so that we...2020-04-2953 min
What’s Your EmergencyRights, Responsibility and Reason. Or not.We get it. Times are tough. None of this is easy. Those of us in the three disciplines are lucky enough to remain employed and support our families while our neighbors and friends who own a small local shop or were our favorite waitress at the local burger bar are struggling. That's no excuse to go crazy. This week the guys discuss: Are armed protests that ignore social distancing recommendations appropriate? Where does one person's right to get others sick intersect with someone's right to not get sick? When did everyone go insane that they can't get into...2020-04-2237 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 39 - What's the best advice for a lateral being the new guy?Listener PJ reached out recently with a question about changing agencies. While MC has been at the same agency, HM has bounced around a bit and both share advice on being the new guy when you're not really all that new. This week the guys discuss: How to handle being experienced but not able to use your experience. When to hold your tongue and when to interject. What are some of the common mistakes when changing agencies. Is it unfair for the new hires with experience to test for promotion? Support the show...2020-04-1518 min
What’s Your EmergencyFirst Responder Tax Relief - What does it all mean?Lots of rumors and bad advice are floating around the firehouse, ambulance yard, and PD briefing rooms these days. To combat the rumor mill, we brought in our favorite tax expert to talk about what the upcoming stimulus means for those of us in the Disciplines. In this episode, you'll learn: What are Covid-19 stimulus checks going to look like? How will Uncle Sam know I'm eligible? Is this a loan or advance on next year's taxes? Do I still need to file my taxes on April 15th? Support the showJoin our...2020-04-0831 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 38 - What are Police doing different during Shelter in Place?Fire Departments and EMS Services across the nation are greatly changing their response patterns in response to the global pandemic that is Covid-19, but what about police? Has Law Enforcement had to change how they respond, where they respond or any of the services they offer? To find out, we tracked down our resident law enforcement expert Jason (He was sheltering at home) to find out what is different on the beat, in the car and on the streets.Support the showJoin our Facebook Community!Buy us a beer!2020-04-0125 min
What’s Your EmergencyThe Best Laid Plans - Adapting to Social DistancingStill under a State wide Shelter in Place order your hosts Jason and Justin (the Police and the Fireman) are back to talk about the crazy week they've had not coming into contact with anyone. Except for the part where they have to. The guys talk about the unique challenges of avoiding contact with people in a job that literally requires just that and how they view the economy's reaction to the virus rapidly sweeping through the US and having disastrous results in Italy and Spain. In this episode the guys talk about: What Justin means...2020-03-2540 min
What’s Your EmergencyWYE Special - Report from the Frontlines of Covid-19How's that Social Distancing treating you, friends? Freaking out yet? Lucky for us, our Fire and EMS expert Justin Schorr has been on the front lines of this epidemic turned pandemic since early in its surveillance. Working at an international airport and working closely with the CDC and local health departments Justin has been monitoring not only the symptoms of travelers but the response to said symptoms. Justin's experience with epidemics didn't start in December 2019, he was on an ambulance during the H1N1, SARS, Swine flu and was also at an airport designing response...2020-03-1653 min
What’s Your EmergencySelf-defense or Assault in Atlantic City?According to the Courier Post story from March 5th 2020, the incident that occurred in November 2019 has the EMTs in hot water of their own boiling. The crew arrived onscene to a patient handcuffed, apparently with blood on his shirt from what was described as a head injury. What was caught on the casino cameras following their arrival will make you tilt your head to the side and want to jump in and help...the suspect. They proceed to physically hit, strike and yell at the patient, all while he's still handcuffed. Who besides PD carries handcuffs...2020-03-1133 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 36: Professional AppearanceAll public safety agencies have some kind of grooming and uniform standard, but where did it come from and has it evolved with the times? Sounds like in many places that answer is no. Officers all over the Nation are made to cover up sleeve tattoos, but should they have to keep wearing long sleeves in 100 degree heat just because an old rule book says so? What about hair style and color? Shouldn't we be able to freely express ourselves while still serving the community? And who decides if a tattoo or piercing or hair...2020-03-0434 min
What’s Your EmergencyDo You Want to Play a Game? - Stress Relief WYE StyleThe guys talk about the games form their pasts that still bring them joy as well as new ones from their adult lives that bring new smiles to their faces. Stress relief isn't just tissues and chairs in a circle. It can be a deck of cards with funny characters on it and an overwhelming desire to make sure your buddy's wife's character dies a horrible death before you have to take the kids home for bed. What are some simple card games you can use to break the ice at home? What board games take little time...2020-02-2628 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 35 - What you really need to know about Corona VirusAmidst all the hysteria on the news and Facebook advice to drink bleach are facts you need to stay healthy during what is the world's worst viral outbreak since, well, it isn't. The tips and advice in this episode will come as a surprise to too many people, so share this episode far and wide. You'll learn: To wash your hands To wash your hands To not touch other people's saliva and cough droplets to your own mucosa To wash your hands Yes, it is slightly more complicated than that for a fraction...2020-02-1924 min
What’s Your EmergencyHow to deal with Uncle Sam and his taxes with Kim Schorr from KMS Tax Prep.This week the guys welcome tax expert and professional tax preparer Kim Schorr from KMSTaxPrep.com to discuss what it means to Uncle Sam that you're in the Disciplines. Can we still take the same deductions we've always taken? If I get a tax form from a side job, how do I handle that? What if I'm self employed, how much should I be setting aside? Do I need a CPA to do my taxes or is the kid at the strip mall enough? Speaking of money, don't forget to sign up for MC's upcoming 5-Day Budgeting...2020-02-1231 min
What’s Your EmergencyAsk WYE - Issue 34 - Spouses and Money: How to bring them togetherAs a financial coach, there is one question MC hears more often than most, "How do I get my spouse on board with a budget?" Oof...talk about a marital minefield! Not to worry, MC has some great advice for you (not to mention a chance to make your financial dreams a reality) in this week's Ask WYE. MC will walk you through five easy steps to start the conversation with your spouse/significant other and get you both on the same page with your finances. You'll learn: The best mindset with...2020-02-0516 min
What’s Your EmergencyAustralia is Burning - Interview with Aussie Firefighter/Medic Nick WilliamsAustralian Paramedic and Firefighter, or "Firey," Nick Williams is in studio to talk about the devastating and seemingly unstoppable wildfires engulfing Australia. He discusses his responsibilities as a Paramedic and part time firefighter as well as the organizational make up of the fire resources in his region. Even though this episode was recorded in December 2019, Australia continues to suffer from the impacts of the fires. Does Australia use the same resource types as the US? Why and how did the fires spread so quickly? Can Nick be deployed as a Firefighter while on duty as a Paramedic? With...2020-01-2925 min