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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 99. Sex Trafficking's Dirty Secrets with Retired Det. Heidi ChanceHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with retired detective Heidi Chance who worked undercover to expose sex trafficking's dirty secrets and help further awareness on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Heidi is a 27-Year veteran in Law Enforcement. She spent more than 13 years working as an undercover detective investigating buyers and traffickers and rescuing countless adult and juvenile victims of sex trafficking.In addition to being an expert witness, Heidi travels across the United States teaching other law enforcement agencies for the National Criminal Justice Training Center (NCJTC) of Fox V...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 100 Earn Your Badge! Resiliency & Purpose with retired LEO David BerezHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with retired law enforcement officer David Berez on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.David trained as a Resiliency Program Officer in 2020 for the State of NJ and went on to earn his Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, under Dr. Martin E. P. Seligman. He is a positive psychology practitioner who focuses on law enforcement mental health and well-being. David is committed to serving his community, teaching, writing, and speaking on what it means to "Earn my Badge Every Day."
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 101 Heroic Deeds Done Dirt Cheap with Chief Chad DePewHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Chad DePew, Police Chief and founder of Heroic Deeds on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Heroic Deeds was formed when firefighters, police officers, custody deputies, chaplains, pastors, and behavioral health personnel gathered from two different states to dream and pray about how they could impact the lives of first responders.While it was recognized there were many exceptional government-led wellness programs that existed. Heroic Deeds felt there was a needfor first responders to unite to approach wellness in a different manner...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 98 Processing Trauma with Author and Coach Teri WernerHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with author, business coach and strategist Teri Werner on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Teri empowers others to break through obstacles and create their chosen successful outcomes. She leverages her coaching and training skills to equip and empower individuals to achieve excellence in their businesses and lives. In her latest book Trainwreck to Triumph, Teri examines trauma and provides guidance on how to effectively examine it and heal from it. Learn more at https://trainwrecktotriumph.com/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to first...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 96 Battling Addiction and PTSI on the Job with Davin ColeHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Davin Cole, retired police officer and national speaker and educator on PTSI and addiction on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Davin was a police officer for 33 years. He served with the San Francisco Sheriff's Department (SFSD) and as a Police Officer with the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD). Davin served in criminal investigations, as a Tactical Unit K9 handler, Gang Enforcement, and Robbery Abatement. Davin suffered an on-duty injury from a dog bite which led to a decades-long addiction to prescription pain medication...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 97 The Healing Benefits of Water with Operation Get OutHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Cindy Present from Operation Get Out on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Cindy has spent a lifetime in the wellness, fitness and watersports industry. As a life coach, fitness trainer, watersports coach, cycling, running and Ironman athlete, motivator, and Wellness Director at Lake Austin Spa Resort, Cindy has inspired thousands to find improved mental, physical and emotional well-being.Operation Get Out is a 501c3 nonprofit with deep roots and connections in the wellness, water, military, first responder, medical and philanthropic world. What began...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 95 Igniting Strength & Restoring Pride: The Outer Circle FoundationHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Matt Payne, President of the Outer Circle Foundation, Veteran and retired Law Enforcement Officer on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Outer Circle Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit which supports Veterans, First Responders, and their families, during times of need by providing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) resources and treatment options, Suicide Awareness & Prevention, Career Coaching, Resume Development, Networking Opportunities, and Resources to Support Service Animals through partnerships with other amazing nonprofit organizations.Founded by Matt and his wife Buffy, Outer Circle Foundation stands as...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 92 The Hidden Struggle of Addiction in Law Enforcement with Jeff FieldsHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Jeff Fields, retired law enforcement officer and federal agent about his struggle with addiction, recovery, and his book Sober From Sin on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Jeff served more than two decades at the local and federal levels, specializing in public safety and Homeland Security matters. He has conducted highly sensitive and publicized internal investigations with the government, earning recognition for his cases. Jeff is a passionate advocate for addiction recovery within the law enforcement community.Jeff's book Sober from Sin is...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 93 Fighting Traumatic Brain Injuries with The Texas Valor ProjectHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with The Texas Valor Project, on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Texas Valor Project provides a solution for veterans and first responders who face challenges due to Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI). TBI, commonly seen in post 9/11 Veterans, has been significantly overlooked and neglected. Unfortunately, many of the veterans and first responders we’ve assisted over the years have not received proper diagnosis or treatment for their TBI. Instead, they have often been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress (PTS), leading to prescribed medications as a treatment.
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 94 Warrior Bonfire Program for Our Purple Heart Warriors with Dan HorganHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Dan Horgan, Outreach Director for the Warrior Bonfire Program on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.The Warrior Bonfire Program provides opportunities that improve the lives of enemy combat-wounded veterans on their lifelong journey of recovery and healing by creating activity based, small group retreats that foster healing. WBP's goal is to help Purple Heart veterans become better individuals, discover their post service purpose, and encourage building strong family and community relationships. Find out more @https://warriorbonfireprogram.org/A Badge of Honor offers workshops...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 91 Cops and Campers with Retired LEO Eric ReynoldsHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Eric Reynolds, retired law enforcement officer and founder of Cops and Campers on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Cops and Campers is a wellness retreat initiative founded by retired police officer Eric Reynolds, who suffered from PTSD after being shot in the line of duty in 2012. The organization aims to provide a safe haven for first responders to share their stories, overcome the stigma of PTSD, and improve their overall health and well-being.Cops and Campers’ mission is to empower first responders with th...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 90 Investing in Hope with Beau Armistead, MA, LPC, NCCHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Beau Armistead, founder and director of Sojourn Counseling and his special project with AtEase.org, bringing hope to those facing PTSD in a unique way on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Beau holds a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University in Alamosa, CO. He is a Nationally Board Certified Counselor with the NBCC, a member of the American Counseling Association, and EMDRIA, the EMDR International Association. He is a Certified EMDR therapist, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, certified TBRI therapist, an...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 89 Making Headway With Concussion Recovery with Dr. Leah BortnickHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Dr. Leah Bortnick about concussions and traumatic brain injuries and how it affects our first responders and veterans on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Dr. Leah Bortnick PT, DPT completed her physical therapy training at Creighton University in Omaha. Prior to pursuing physical therapy she was a disaster relief planner for 10 years with a veteran led non-profit where she felt the call to serve as a humanitarian and as a physical therapist. Mild traumatic brain injuries (also known as concussions) are not uncommon i...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 88 Finances Beyond The Uniform with Rebecca JamesonHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with law enforcement spouse and founder of Priority One Financial Coaching Rebecca Jameson on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Rebecca and her husband had gotten into that cycle that many law enforcement families get themselves into. That overtime & spending cycle, where you spend money because you CAN work overtime and then you HAVE to work overtime to keep up with the spending. They prioritized their debt and created a spend down plan making sure they had a adequate life insurance policy in place, and never looked...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 77 Building Freedom with Veteran, LEO & SA ret. Monty BynumHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with The Wealthy Servant, Lamonte "Monty" Bynum, USMC Veteran and retired Law Enforcement Officer and Special Agent @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Monty served our country for 32 years as a USMC Officer, LEO, DEA, and Special Agent as an International EXPERT in Money Laundering & Complex Intelligence. He loved the work, but hated the pay. So, he did something about it. Monty became an entrepreneur and investor WHILE SERVING. Monty works with first responders helping them create financial freedom. His Wealthy Servant Nation aligns like-minded...
2024-07-1257 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 78 Proactive Peer Support with First Response Mental HealthHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Nik Fiorito, Chief Strategy Officer of First Response Mental Health on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Nik and the team at First Response Mental Heath recognized a need for the first responder community to connect with each other and professionals to help support their overall wellbeing. They developed PeerConnect which supports the mental health and well-being of every first responder.PeerConnect is a mobile app that gives each member of any organization access to peer support, wellness tools, self-assessment, mental health programming and...
2024-07-1256 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 79 "Changing the Beat" with Andy Harvey, Police Chief Ret., USAF, and Author Part 1Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Andy Harvey, retired police chief, USAF veteran, speaker and author in this 2 part interview about his new book Changing the Beat and bringing communities together with effective police practices on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Andy Harvey is a leader with over 20 years of experience in military and law enforcement. He is also a Certified Public Manager, a Leadership Coach, and a Speaker, who shares his insights and expertise on various topics related to leadership, policing, and public service.Andy has a proven...
2024-07-1256 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 80 You Are Not Broken with USA Green Beret, Ben MonetteHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Ben Monette, USA Veteran and Outreach Coordinator at Tree House Recovery on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Ben served in the US Military as a Green Beret for 16 years, with 8 deployments to the Middle East and numerous military schools. He found himself addicted to alcohol and needing help. He found it at Tree House Recovery.Ben now serves his fellow warriors as a veteran outreach coordinator at Tree House Recovery. He helps active duty military, veterans, and first responders who struggle with mental...
2024-07-1256 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 81 Policing in Todays Climate Pt. 2 with Police Chief (ret) Andy HarveyHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Andy Harvey, retired police chief, USAF veteran, speaker and author in Part 2 of our interview about his new book Changing the Beat: Bringing Communities Together with Effective Police Practices and his original book Excellence in Policing, on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Andy Harvey is a leader with over 20 years of experience in military and law enforcement. He is also a Certified Public Manager, a Leadership Coach, and a Speaker, who shares his insights and expertise on various topics related to leadership, policing, and...
2024-07-1256 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 82 Paddle. Fish. Heal. With Heroes on the WaterHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz Kick off Memorial May with Laura Lindsey and Camille Null from Heroes on the Water on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Heroes on the Water supports veterans, first responders and their families by creating a peaceful environment for healing. Their Mission:To provide wellness and community to our heroes and their families through kayak fishing and the outdoors.Founded in 2007, Heroes on the Water is a non-profit that provides recreational wellness through kayak fishing. Heroes on the Water programs are proven to be effective...
2024-07-1257 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 83 Who Are You Carrying? USMC Veteran. Police Officer and Carry The Load Ambassador Aaron WhiteHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz continue their special Memorial May podcast series with Aaron White, USMC Veteran. police officer, and Carry The Load Ambassador on @A Badge of Honor Podcast. Aaron knew he wanted to be a Marine when he was just 11 years old and enlisted before graduating from high school. He served for five years as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) Defense Specialist in the 2nd Tank Battalion and was the recipient of two Naval Achievement Medals. Aaron is now a multi-unit owner of Cowboy Chicken. In 2012, he...
2024-07-1255 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 84 Sound-Off App Saving Lives with Founder William NegleyHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz continue their special Memorial May podcast series with Carry The Load Non-Profit Partner, & NASCAR partner Sound Off. Sound Off Founder and CEO William Negley created, a mobile resource connecting people seeking help with anonymous, long-term mental health support on @A Badge of Honor Podcast. On June 9, 2017 William lost his brother in law, a 20 year combat veteran to suicide. Sound Off was born from this tragedy and it is revolutionizing the way Veterans seek and receive mental health care. Sound Off is the first and only m...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 85 The Dark Reality of Workicide with Stephanie KiesowHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Stephanie Kiesow, I/O Psychologist in training, and author of the book Workicide on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Stephanie is a former cop, the wife of a cop, and the daughter of two retired cops. She worked in law enforcement for 16 years, the last several as a sworn police officer. Stephanie left her cop job in 2022 to focus full time on her Ph.D. work in Organizational Psychology, where she researches and studies work-related contributing factors to suicide within first responder industries....
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 86 with Jason Mills, "The Resilient Responder"Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Jason Mills, Firefighter/ Paramedic, LifeFlight Medic and, CEO of The Resilient Responder on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Jason brings a unique perspective to resiliency that was gained over a 25-year career as a fire fighter/paramedic, as well as 4 years of experience as a LifeFlight medic. The Resilient Responder, owned and operated by Jason is a training and consulting company developed specifically to meet the needs of the first responder community. The Resilient Responder utilizes a proactive strengths-based approach to help those t...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 87 "I Can. I Will. I Must." With USMC Veteran Jeffrey GrayHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Jeffery Gray, USMC Veteran, community leader, and actor on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Jeffery Gray was born in Dallas Texas. Joined the United States Marine Corps in 1978. Spent 12 years in the Marines and ended his tour as a Sergeant. He got into acting about 8 years ago. He has appeared in several big films, mainly as background. Jeffery leads #WakTheBridge in Rockwall, Texas. A worldwide movement that honors our fallen heroes and spotlights Post-Traumatic Stress and suicide prevention. Connect with him directly on...
2024-07-1257 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 75 Support For our EMS Professional with Louis Cazzetta, founder Primum Non Nocere FoundationHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Louis Cazzetta, founder of Primum Non Nocere Foundation on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Primum Non Nocere Foundation (PNNF), is dedicated to improving the lives of EMS workers through education, awareness and philanthropy. When crisis occurs, PNNF is there to lend financial and emotional support.Founded in 2015, PNNF provides assistance to EMS professionals who are injured on the job, deal with personal illness, family tragedies and many other adverse scenarios that occur in life. PNNF has several programs which provides everything from food...
2024-07-0957 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 76 Griffith Blue Heart FoundationHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Brandon Griffith, founder of Griffith Blue Heart Foundation on @A Badge of Honor Podcast. Brandon is a Deputy Sheriff for Pinal County Sheriff’s Office, a decorated peace officer, speaker, and advanced instructor with emergency medical training. He is an Arizona native whom believes in a life of service to this great country.Brandon dropped dead in his home at the age of 26 from an electrical malfunction in his heart. He was saved by his wife and co-founder Melissa Griffith. He is one of...
2024-07-0958 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 74 Healing with Horses. Equine Therapy with Paige CourtneyHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Paige Courtney, founder of Aisling Equine Therapy @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Aisling Equine Therapy's mission is to provide a safe environment to experience the therapeutic value of horses that promotes personal growth, hope, healing and real life changes.Paige Courtney is the Founder and Director. She is a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor and Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning. Paige began volunteering at an Equine Therapy center in 2011 as a horse leader and side walker for children and adults with special...
2024-07-0957 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 71 Chasing the Bad Guys With Gary EdgingtonHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Gary Edgington, former LEO, Counter Terrorism Task Force Commander, and Author, on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Gary has been chasing the “bad-guys” in one way or another since 1976. His dad was a cop too. Tragically, he was killed in the line of duty in 1979. Gary was in the third week of the LA Sheriff’s Academy when that happened. Gary worked for several local agencies including the Manhattan Beach Police Department, the Beverly Hills Police Department, and the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. I...
2024-06-1156 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 72 Fire Fighter Wellness with Resilience Instructor FF Bill CrewsHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Lt. Bill Crews, Master Resilience Instructor with the Garland Fire Department on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.With 33 years in the fire service, Lieutenant Bill Crews has been with the Garland Fire Department since 1996. Bill became interested in the behavioral health of Fire Fighters after attending a CISM training in 1991. He served on CISM teams in Tarrant County and Garland and was certified in Peer Support in 2002. The effects of this career on his colleagues and himself is what drives Bill to continue to work...
2024-06-1157 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 73 Living Blue with Authors Ofc. Jason Palamara (ret) & Trauma Expert Barbara RubelHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Police Officer Jason Palamara (ret) and Trauma Specialist Barbara Rubel, authors of Living Blue: Helping law enforcement officers and their families survive and thrive from recruitment to retirement on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Three weeks prior to giving birth to triplets, Barbara's father, a retired NYC police officer, died by suicide. Her story was featured in the Emmy Award-winning documentary, Fatal Mistakes: Families Shattered by Suicide.Barbara is a leading authority on secondary traumatic stress, moral injury, and vicarious trauma. Barbara motivates trauma-informed...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 82 Paddle. Fish. Heal. With Heroes on the WaterHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz Kick off Memorial May with Laura Lindsey and Camille Null from Heroes on the Water on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Heroes on the Water supports veterans, first responders and their families by creating a peaceful environment for healing. Their Mission:To provide wellness and community to our heroes and their families through kayak fishing and the outdoors.Founded in 2007, Heroes on the Water is a non-profit that provides recreational wellness through kayak fishing. Heroes on the Water programs are proven to be effective i...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 83 Who Are You Carrying? USMC Veteran. Police Officer and Carry The Load Ambassador Aaron WhiteHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz continue their special Memorial May podcast series with Aaron White, USMC Veteran. police officer, and Carry The Load Ambassador on @A Badge of Honor Podcast. Aaron knew he wanted to be a Marine when he was just 11 years old and enlisted before graduating from high school. He served for five years as a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) Defense Specialist in the 2nd Tank Battalion and was the recipient of two Naval Achievement Medals. Aaron is now a multi-unit owner of Cowboy Chicken. In 2012, he wa...
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A Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 84 Sound-Off App Saving Lives with Founder William NegleyHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz continue their special Memorial May podcast series with Carry The Load Non-Profit Partner, William Negley, Founder and CEO of Sound Off, a mobile resource connecting people seeking help with anonymous, long-term mental health support on @A Badge of Honor Podcast. On June 9, 2017 William lost his brother in law, a 20 year combat veteran to suicide. Sound Off was born from this tragedy and it is revolutionizing the way Veterans seek and receive mental health care. Sound Off is the first and only mental health resource for Ve...
2024-05-2956 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 66 Overcoming the Odds with TJ WebbHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with TJ Webb, retired police officer and founder of Fit 4 Duty Foundation on @ABadgeofHonorpodcast.TJ Webb was a Police Officer with the City of Milford (Delaware) Police Department. He medically retired in December of 2022 after 19 years of service. He started his career in the patrol division and quickly found himself in an array of special units including SWAT, K9, Narcotics, and a member of the US Marshals Violent Fugitive Task Force. On December 10, 2020, TJ was serving an arrest warrant with the Marshals Task Force. Duri...
2024-05-1057 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 67 First Responder Wellness with Michelle Adams and Rob SandersonHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Michelle Adams, Fire Technology and HeartMath Trainer, and Rob Sanderson, retired Police Sergeant and founder of SWEL (Surf. Wave. Enjoy Life) on @ABadgeofHonorpodcast.Michelle and Rob are dedicated to first responder wellness. As an adjunct professor in Fire Technology at Santa Ana College, Michelle is dedicated to bringing forward technologies that help heal like HeartMath and Soar 2 Resilience. Rob and SWEL provide first responders, veterans, and active duty personnel fighting PTSD, with free weekend-long beach trips, where they learn how to use surfing as a...
2024-05-1059 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 68 Supporting Those Who Serve with Defenders GatewayHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Shaun Broeker from Defenders Gateway on @ABadgeofHonorpodcast.Sean is A US Army Veteran and attorney in St. Louis, MO. The mission of Defenders Gateway is to develop and grow a national network of resources that will enhance the lives of our Active-Duty Military, Veterans, all First Responders and their Families. Available as an app or on the Web, Defenders Gateway is connecting our heroes with businesses and resources that further everything from financial security to mental health. For more about Defenders Gateway please visit https...
2024-05-1056 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 69 Surviving and Thriving Behind the Badge with Dr. Olivia Johnson Pt. 1Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Dr. Olivia Johnson, founder of the Blue Wall Institute on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Dr. Johnson is a U.S Air Force Veteran, a former law enforcement officer, keynote speaker, and a Suicidology researcher. She is the President / Founder of The Blue Wall Institute. The Institute operates from a research-based, theory-focused perspective, with real world application. Their consultation services and needs assessment provide a solid foundation for the implementation of most feasible training and education programs for employees and agencies. The Blue W...
2024-05-1054 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 70 A Holistic Approach to Mental Wellness with Dr. Brooke BartlettHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Dr. Brooke Bartlett, CEO of the Center for Trauma, Anxiety, and Stress on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Brooke is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in working with first responders, military members, and civilians in high stress professions. A major focus of her professional work is promoting first responder wellness by assisting public safety agencies in the creation and implementation of effective mental wellness programs, which means taking a proactive approach, by designing resources intended to keep high-functioning, healthy personnel healthy. Her a...
2024-05-1056 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 63 Healing Our Warriors with Wind River RanchHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Vanessa O'Neal from Wind River Ranch on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Wind River Ranch is a Christian family guest ranch resort nestled in the majestic mountains of Colorado. Wind River Ranch brings warriors together to heal, to reconnect with their families, and to create a community with one another. The Ranch offers a peaceful and beautiful setting for you and your family to enjoy a restful getaway. You’re able to relish in days filled with tasteful meals, scenic views, exciting activities, and...
2024-05-0955 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 65 Healing Our Heroes through Touch With Kimberly HendersonHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Kimberly Henderson, owner of TEAL Therapeutic Massage on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Kimberly founded TEAL, Touch Enhances All Lives after her husband was injured in the line of duty and received massage therapy as part of his rehabilitation. She knew this healing modality could make a difference in the lives of other first responders. For more information visit https://thetealmassage.com/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to first responders across the nation, working with mental health liasons and critical incident management...
2024-05-0956 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 64 From the Line to The Line with Front Line Mobile HealthHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Michael Conner, executive team lead for Front Line Mobile Health on @ABadgeofHonorodcast.Front Line Mobile Health delivers data-driven results to the public safety professionals personally, as well as delivering aggregate results to department leadership for enhanced decision making. Their focus is on early detection of potentially life- or career-ending disease, as well as performance issues that can develop over time. Front Line Mobile Health delivers care in a compassionate and educational manner, so that, along with department leadership, it creates a partnership that h...
2024-05-0959 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 60 Hope Science with Katie Carlson Director of Wellness Marion Co. Sheriff's OfficeHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Katie Carlson, Director of Wellness Initiatives for the Marion County Sheriff's Office.Katie oversees the implementation and execution of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office wellness programs. Working in coordination with the MCSO Command Staff, Katie creates a culture of comfort and familiarity with wellness, mental health, and peer support resources for the 900+ Deputies and staff of the Sheriff's Office. Katie also serves as the Peer Support Team Coordinator. She teaches the science of stress, yoga, mindfulness meditation, and other trauma resilience skills to incoming De...
2024-04-0959 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 61 Behind the Blue Wall Institute with Founder Dr. Olivia JohnsonHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Dr. Olivia Johnson, founder of the Blue Wall Institute on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Dr. Johnson is a U.S Air Force Veteran, a former law enforcement officer, keynote speaker, and a Suicidology researcher. She is the President / Founder of The Blue Wall Institute. The Institute operates from a research-based, theory-focused perspective, with real world application. Their consultation services and needs assessment provide a solid foundation for the implementation of most feasible training and education programs for employees and agencies. The Blue W...
2024-04-0957 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 62 Behind The Gold Shields with Tom Smith and Dan MurphyHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Tom Smith and Dan Murphy, ret. NYPD detectives and hosts of The Gold Shields Show on @A Badge of Honor PodcastThe Gold Shields Show brings you the most compelling true crime stories shared by the detectives that made the cases! Your hosts, Tom Smith and Dan Murphy both proudly earned and carried the coveted NYPD Gold Detective Shield during their combined 50+ years with the NYPD. Their goal is to honor the outstanding work done around the clock to bring closure and justice to victims...
2024-04-0956 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 57 Rescuing Our Minds And Bodies with Yoga RescueHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Vance Row, founder of Yoga Rescue on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.After a number of back injuries in 2008 and 2009 Vance found yoga. Through his regular practice, Vance has found an incredible amount of physical and mental benefits Vance was struggling with his own mental health issues which included a career-ending injury, and poor coping mechanisms like abusing alcohol. Vance was a Police Officer for more than twenty years and worked for Ocean City, MD Police and Salisbury, MD Police. After seeing the physical an...
2024-04-0256 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 59 Healing Our Heroes Pt. 2 with 22ZeroHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Dan Jarvis and Nick Davis, founders of 22ZERO on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Dan and Nick created the Tactical Resiliency Training (TRT). TRT consists of The Trauma Resiliency Protocol (TRP) for PTSD and acute stress and the Emotions management Process (EMP) for negative emotions like anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, survivor’s guilt, etc. The goal in the Tactical Resiliency Training is to use no details about the traumatic incidents or the extreme negative emotions and avoid talking about the events. Details get in...
2024-04-0257 minA Badge of Honor PodcastEp. 58 Courageous Conversations with Warriors Rest FoundationHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Brett Key, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Warriors Rest Foundation on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Warrior’s Rest Foundation is on a mission to help First Responders heal from frontline traumas and empower them to live healthy, productive lives - personally and professionally.Warrior's Rest is building healthy and resilient frontline warriors by creating infrastructures that prioritize emotional health and physical wellness to protect career longevity. Agencies served include Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS, Communications Officers, and Corrections. They provide Post Critical Incident Se...
2024-04-0257 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastMaster Your Mind, Master Your LifeHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Tami Sharp and Chris Zamora from Law Enforcement Coaching on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Tami grew up in a military and law enforcement family. Her dad was an Air Force veteran and retired Deputy Sheriff, and Chris is a retired police officer. Both are the founders and CEO's of Law Enforcement Coaching. Law Enforcement Coaching is a confidential, personalized service that works 1-on-1 and in group settings to create customized strategy plans for individuals and departments to increase self-awareness, performance, and overall wellness.
2023-10-0458 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastHealing Our Heroes With the Founders of 22ZEROHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Dan Jarvis and Nick Davis, founders of 22ZERO on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Dan and Nick created the Tactical Resiliency Training (TRT). TRT consists of The Trauma Resiliency Protocol (TRP) for PTSD and acute stress and the Emotions management Process (EMP) for negative emotions like anger, anxiety, fear, sadness, survivor’s guilt, etc. The goal in the Tactical Resiliency Training is to use no details about the traumatic incidents or the extreme negative emotions and avoid talking about the events. Dan and Nic...
2023-10-0456 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastWe Remember 9-11 With Sculptor Johnathan MilletHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz remember 9/11 and talk with artist and creator of the sculpture titled, "Through the Darkest Valley, Goodness and Mercy Will Follow" Jonathan Millet on A Badge of Honor TV.Jonathan Millet's sculpture memorializing 9/11, incorporates a pentagon base and twin tower structure with 343 Maltese cross cutouts with each have the names of those firefighters who perished on 9/11, each topped with a bronze bust of a firefighter. It was recently dedicated and is permanently erected at Fire Station 2 on Rowlett, TX.Jonathan is the Visual Arts Department Head at...
2023-09-1954 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastForged in The Fires With Fireman RobHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Rob Verhelst "Fireman Rob" on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Rob is a 9/11 first responder, an elite athlete who holds the Guinness Book of World record for most Ironman Triathlons in one year, a podcast host, speaker, and author. Rob works with organizations and groups, to Forge in the Fires their leadership and elite mentally strong mindset to perform to their truest potential and capacity. He brings concepts he has used to thrive as a firefighter since 2000, break World Records as a sponsored athlete, survive P...
2023-09-1957 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastFirefighter Wellness With Brandon DreimanHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Firefighter Brandon Dreiman, Coordinator of Firefighter Wellness and Support for the City of Indianapolis Fire Department on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Brandon is a 22-year veteran of the Indianapolis Fire Department (IFD). He is a Peer Support and Resilience Master Instructor for the International Association of Fire Fighters. Brandon has extensive public speaking experience with presentations at over 100 conferences.Brandon has written multiple articles related to mental health and substance use disorders published in industry trade journals. Brandon's certifications include: Certified Addiction...
2023-09-1956 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastSometimes Heroes Need Help With John KellyHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with John Kelly on A Badge of Honor Podcast.John is a life coach specializing in guiding & mentoring officers through life’s critical stages. He is is a thirty-year veteran of the Broward County Sheriff’s Office, one of the largest sheriff’s offices in the country. John has been fortunate enough to have worked in and supervised the following units: Patrol, Investigations, K-9, Training, and for the past six years, the Motorcycle Unit. John has been involved in numerous critical incidents during his career. Early on, he...
2023-09-1957 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastCycling Coast to Coast With Conrad Weaver and John PattersonHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Conrad Weaver and John Patterson, fresh off their Coast-to-Coast bicycle tour raising awareness surrounding the struggles our first responders face every day on A Badge of Honor Podcast.PTSD911 is a documentary film about real people: normal, average human beings who have chosen to work in professions that require above average heroism, fortitude, and resolve. These men and women have jobs that require a willingness to face things that most of us can’t even imagine, yet maintain a high level of dignity and professionalism. Fi...
2023-09-1958 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastProviding KOVR For Our Men & Women in UniformHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Melissa Allen, Co-Founder & Executive Director of Active Life Company on A Badge of Honor TV.Melissa works in the health and fitness industry and recognizes the importance of preventative care. Yet it was the family dog that led her and her USN Veteran husband on a journey to provide a product everyone should use.KOVR is proud to support those who serve our country, including current and former members of the U.S. military and their families, along with first responders, including law...
2023-09-1956 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastStanding Against The Stigma With 10-42 ProjectHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Daniel Defenbaugh founder of the 10-42 Project on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Daniel spent 14 years in law enforcement, and many more beyond wrestling with nightmares, panic attacks, depression, and the like as a result of the job. It took a long time for him to find help and a name for what he faced: Post Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSD) (PTSI)At 10-42 Project they understand that your time off duty can be more difficult as your time on. They are here with...
2023-09-1956 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastFoundation 1023 With Melody MesmerHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Melody Mesmer, founder of Foundation 1023 on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Foundation 1023 is committed to supporting the emotional and mental wellness of First Responders and their support network who are experiencing illness, loss or stressful life events by providing confidential funding for emotional and mental wellness services, as well as access to peer supported outdoor activities and events designed for personal wellness and connection. Find out more at https://foundation1023.org/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to first responders across the nation...
2023-09-1954 minA Badge of Honor PodcastYoga, Dogs, & Dirt - Warrior Spirit ProjectHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Charla and David Truesdale, founders of the Warrior Spirit Project on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Warrior Spirit Projects mission is to bolster purpose and strengthen the spirit of Veterans and First Responders (Warriors) through Yoga, Dogs and Dirt, offering tools for resilience, growth and meaningful community engagement. At Warrior Spirit project, "We envision healing, community connection, and positive personal transformation for EVERY warrior seeking continuous growth and purpose." For more information please visit https://warriorspiritproject.org/A Badge of Honor offers workshops...
2023-08-1558 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastA Paratrooper's Guide to Life; How to Deal With Damn Near AnythingHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with John McGlothlin, U.S. Army Airborne Captain, and author of How to Deal With Damn Near Anything - The Paratrooper's Guide to Life on A Badge of Honor Podcast.There is a hidden side to the military—behind the stories of leadership and valor is a distinct culture that promotes personal growth and development. In How to Deal with Damn Near Anything: The Paratrooper’s Guide to Life, John McGlothlin shows how this culture can benefit anyone.Using a mix of research and firs...
2023-08-1457 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastFrontline Strong With Antonio SantanaHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Antonio Santana, USMC combat veteran, retired law enforcement officer, author, and founder of Frontline Strong Podcast and https://FrontlineStrong.org on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Your darkness is not your end; it is a part of your journey; it is a chapter in your great book of life. The best things in your life are on the other side of your darkness. Frontline Strong provides the light to help frontline workers get back on the path to healing.Frontline Strong’s mission is...
2023-07-2756 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastResponder Resiliance Podcast Host David Dachinger, Firefighter EMT (Ret)Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with David Dachinger, retired firefighter / EMT, and host of Responder Resilience Podcast on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Responder Resilience Podcast is a show featuring experts sharing wisdom and experience from the front lines of First Responder health and wellness.More Fire, Police, and EMS personnel die by suicide than by the hazards of the job. And research shows that up to a quarter of public safety dispatchers have symptoms of PTSD and depression.In this silent worldwide crisis, First Responders are q...
2023-07-1957 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastMarc Junkerman and International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF)Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Marc “Junk” Junkerman, retired law enforcement Lieutenant from Maryland, U.S. Army Veteran, and faculty member and outreach ambassador with the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF) on A Badge of Honor Podcast.The mission of ICISF is to be the leader in providing education, training, consultation, and support services in comprehensive crisis intervention and disaster behavioral health services to emergency responders, and other professions, organizations and communities worldwide.Marc is an independent consultant whose primary focus is in assisting clients with the desi...
2023-06-2056 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastTechnology That Heals With Siento AppHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with former firefighter / paramedic and creator of the Siento App Andrew Douglas on A Badge of Honor Podcast.The Siento mobile app provides a safe and non-judgmental space for first responders and other individuals in high-stress industries, to share their feelings and struggles openly. You can get involved and follow Siento across social media or visit https://www.siento.io/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to first responders across the nation, working with mental health liasons and critical incident management teams...
2023-06-0858 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastEagle Oack Retreat's Warrior PATHH Director Steven BrushHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Eagle Oak Retreat's Warrior PATHH program Director Steven Brush on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Warrior PATHH (Progressive Alternative Training Helping Heroes) is the first training program to enable our nation’s combat veterans and first responders to transform deep struggle into profound strength and lifelong Posttraumatic Growth (PTG).Warrior PATHH was developed by the Boulder Crest Foundation, a national nonprofit organization working to ensure that service members, veterans, first responders, and their families can live great lives in the aftermath of stress, st...
2023-06-0658 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastSheepdog Impact Assistance Sgt. Maj. Lance Nutt, USMC (Ret.)Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with founder and CEO of Sheepdog Impact Assistance Sgt. Maj. Lance Nutt, USMC (Ret.) on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Through Sheepdog Impact Assistance's Get Off The Couch™ programming, SDIA provides charitable services benefiting the overall well-being of our nation’s Veterans and First Responders through Outdoor Adventures (physical activity), Warrior PATHH training (mental wellness) and Continued Service/Disaster Response (volunteerism) programs. You can follow SDIA acros social media or visit https://sheepdogia.org/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to first responders across the...
2023-05-1657 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastWho Are You Carrying? Hallie Johnston with Carry The LoadHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with U.S. Army Veteran and Carry The Load board member Hallie Johnston on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Hallie attended the United States Military Academy at West Point where she ran track and field, breaking the school record in the pole vault, and earning her degree in Business Management. After graduating top third of her class at West Point with Honors, she became a combat Black Hawk assault helicopter pilot. Hallie served one tour in Afghanistan where she supported the Australian Special Forces...
2023-05-1657 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastBuilding Confidence, Changing Lives with Veteran Corena MitchellHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with 16 year U.S. Army veteran Corena Mitchell and the Attitides and Attire Boots to Heels program director on a A Badge of Honor Podcast.Corena entered active duty just before the terrorist attacks of September 11. Corena’s was deployed to an active warzone where she was responsible for the “killed in action” and “missing in action” reports. This meant Corena became intimate with the final moments of many American soldiers. “When the family learns that they lost a loved one, you want them to have every detail...
2023-05-1655 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastFirst Responder Wellness with Retired Sgt./ Deputy Patrick McCurdyHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with retired Sgt. / Deputy and Public Safety Advocate Patrick McCurdy of First Responder Wellness on a @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Patrick is part of the team at First Responder Wellness. His goal is to help others move through the fog of trauma to a clearer place where they can live in light once again, instead of darkness.First responders and public safety professionals are ready to tackle almost any challenge that is thrown at them. Through their experiences, they may find themselves faced...
2023-05-0159 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastCity Wide Success Story With City of Irving's Public Safety Wellness Unit, Dr. BetancourtHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with the creator of the City of Irving, TX Public Safety Wellness Unit, Mildred Betancourt, PH.D on a A Badge of Honor Podcast.Mildred Betancourt, PH.D works tirelessly to ensure the Police officers in Irving, TX have acces to mental health services. Her work was so successful that the City created a program where all first responders can seek help without the stigma. The Public Safety Wellness Unit (PSWU) ensures mental health services are readily available for Irving's first responders 24/7. The goal is to...
2023-05-0158 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastGet Off The Couch! Sheepdog Impact AssistanceHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with founder and CEO of Sheepdog Impact Assistance Sgt. Maj. Lance Nutt, USMC (Ret.) on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Through Sheepdog Impact Assistance's Get Off The Couch™ programming, SDIA provides charitable services benefiting the overall well-being of our nation’s Veterans and First Responders through Outdoor Adventures (physical activity), Warrior PATHH training (mental wellness) and Continued Service/Disaster Response (volunteerism) programs. You can follow SDIA acros social media or visit https://sheepdogia.org/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to first responders across the...
2023-05-0156 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastWorldwide Peer SupportHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with the folks at Worldwide Peer Support on A Badge of Honor Podcast.At Worldwide Peer Support, we believe by having readily accessible assistance to firefighters/EMS personnel and other first responders around the world, we will create a pathway to save lives. We will provide a human connection and peer support for those seeking help and guidance. Through our efforts, we will help to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues and provide financial aid for those seeking treatment. Visit https://www.worldwidepeersupport.org/ for...
2023-04-1157 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastBlue Wives MatterHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Kristen Sweaza, founder of Blue Wives Matter and suriving spouse Eden Rule on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Blue Wives Matter was founded in 2017 after the untimely death of Fountain Valley California Police Officer Rick Nilos. Officer Rick Nilos dedicated his life to helping others, as a police officer and a US Marine. It was in his death that Blue Wives Matter became inspired to help the families who are left behind. It is our mission to provide the support that families need in their...
2023-04-1157 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastSolutions For First Responder Mental Health Fight with Scott MedlinHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with USMC Veteran, former Law Enforcement Officer, and author Scott Medlin on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Scott Medlin is a United States Marine Corps veteran who went on to a career of nearly fifteen years in law enforcement. In 2020, Scott began his journey to inspire and encourage police officers to be fulfilled, and excel, by focusing on their personal wellbeing in order to survive the career and better serve the public. Scott has spoken openly about his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder, addiction, and depression...
2023-04-1157 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastCode4Couples - Protecting Your First Responder RelationshipHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with the Founder of Code4Couples, Cyndi Doyle on A Badge of Honor Podcast.In the LEO & First Responder world it is the NORM to feel disconnected from each other, frustrated at the lack of communication, lonely, angry at the situation or each other, naggy because you don't feel heard, irritated, and to struggle with intimacy.But, you are too strong, smart, and friggin' stubborn to become a statistic or stay miserable.If you are convinced it doesn't have to be this...
2023-03-2159 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastCelebrating 2 Years! Come Peek Behind The CurtainHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk about A Badge of Honor. Our 2 year anniversary, our inititives and the impact around the world on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Founded in 2019 and established as a non-profit in 2021, A Badge of Honor is committed to raising awareness about Post Traumtic Stress and preventing suicide in our first responder and veteran communities."Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) has been a silent killer among the law enforcement community for many years. PTSI affects many current and retired officers who quietly battle the daily traumas they...
2023-03-1356 min
A Badge of Honor Podcast#WalkTheBridge Worldwide Movement to Heal Our HeroesHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with leaders from around the world about the #WalktheBridge movement which is helping to heal our veterans and first responders on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Founded in 2018, #WalkTheBridge is committed to raising awareness about the First Responder epidemic and Veteran Suicide. Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) is the leading cause of suicide in our first responder and veteran communities."Post-Traumatic Stress Injury (PTSI) has been a silent killer among the law enforcement community for many years. PTSI affects many current and retired officers who...
2023-02-2855 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastPost Traumatic Stress Injuries on Law EnforcementHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with J. Todd Nunley on A Badge of Honor Podcast. Todd served in law enforcement for 32 years. He is the Chief Executive Officer- Viking Consultant Group, LLC and a retired USDOJ Senior Special Agent. http://Viking Consultantgroup.com. Todd continues to train response forces worldwide and recently he took a deep dive into PTSD after felling like "he was going crazy."He discovered that PTSD is actually an injury and wrote an interesting commentary on it . Words like cumulative effect, allostatic load, endocrine dysfunction, are just...
2023-02-2856 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastVolunteers of America First Responder ReST ProgramHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with leaders from Volunteers of America about their new First Responder ReST program on A Badge of Honor Podcast.What is ReST; Resilience Strength Time?VOA|ReST 4 First Responders are free, peer-to-peer small group support sessions designed to help First Responders process feelings of moral discomfort and distress while reclaiming strength and commitment to their profession. Connect with up to 10 other First Responders who have walked in your shoes. Learn more at https://rest4firstresponders.com/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to f...
2023-02-2857 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastStop The Threat, Stop The Stigma: Adam MeyersHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Adam Meyers from Stop the Threat Stop the Stigma on A Badge of Honor Podcast. "It's o.k. to talk about your Mental Health."Stop The Threat Stop The Stigma was established in December 2020 to serve as a platform to promote Law Enforcement and other Public Safety Professional's Wellness. Stop The Threat Stop The Stigma provides general information and online resources for Law Enforcement Professionals and other Public Safety Professionals who may be struggling with their Mental Health. It's o.k. t...
2023-02-1858 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastBe a Catalyst For Change with 9-11 First Responder J.P. McMichaelHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with 9-11 First Responder J.P. McMichael on A Badge of Honor Podcast. J.P. was one of the first responders to the Pentagon on the morning of September 11, 2001 and was later diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). He started Catalyst of Change Associates in order to help others the way his brothers and sisters helped him during his battles with PTSD and depression.J.P. is the author of "Why Won't You Play with Me?" It’s a children’s book that tells the...
2023-02-1756 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastSurviving the Aftermath of SuicideHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with surviving spouse Leslie Hatch who lost her husband, Timothy Hatch, a Texas Ranger to suicide in December 2022 on A Badge of Honor Podcast. Hear how Leslie and her three children are dealing with the "Ripple Effect" of loosing Tim and how her focus is helping her to thrive while she picks up the pieces of their lives.A Badge of Honor offers workshops to first responders across the nation, working with mental health liasons and critical incident management teams for Post Traumatic Stress...
2023-02-1456 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastHealing Our Warriors with Ray Andalio, Wounded Warrior ProjectHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Raymond Andalio with the Wounded Warrior Project on A Badge of Honor Podcast. Ray served our country for more than a decade as a USN Corpsman. Ray suffered an injury during his deployment and was eventually diagnosed with post-traumatic stress injury. He found help through the Wounded Warrior Project http://www.WoundedWarriorProject.org. Ray is now a mentor with WWP. He assists veterans and helps guide them to find programs to help with PTSD and other issues veterans face daily. WWP is committed to helping...
2023-02-1457 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastMike Barron with The BLUES Police MagazineHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Mike Barron, publisher of The BLUES Police Magazine, on A Badge of Honor Podcast. Founded in 1984 to serve the needs of law enforcement officers in Texas. Now the BLUES is America's largest digital magazine. The BLUES is the oldest and largest Independently owned police magazine in the State of Texas. To subscribe visit https://bluespdmag.com/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to first responders across the nation, working with mental health liasons and critical incident management teams for Post Traumatic Stress Injury R...
2023-02-1456 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastBack The Blue With Backing The Blue - DentonHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Backing the Blue-Denton on A Badge of Honor Podcast. Backing The Blue-Denton is a 501c3 that supports all Law Enforcement officers and their families throughout Denton County. We also participate in and host events throughout the year to honor and thank our law enforcement community. Our organization is solely run and operated by volunteers who are passionate about serving, assisting and supporting our men and women in Blue. Find out more at https://www.backingthebluedenton.com/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to fir...
2023-02-1457 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastThat Peer Support Couple, Cathy & Javier BustosHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with That Peer Support Couple, Cathy and Javier Bustos on A Badge of Honor Podcast. With four decades of law enforcement experience their mission is to help other officers and their families manage the stress of critical incidents. They serve as Peer Support Team members at the Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas, Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX for Post Critical Incident Seminars. In addition to telling their own personal story, Cathy and Javier stress the importance of Building Family Bonds, Career...
2023-02-1458 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastCopshock with Allen R. KatesHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Author of the book CopShock, Surviving Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Allen R. Kates on @A Badge of Honor Podcast. Exposure to trauma and stress is part of being a first responder. Tonight we discuss why some first responders develop PTS(D) and some do not along with why the powers that be are fighting against designating Post-Traumatic Stress as an injury. Learn more, purchase the book and connect with Allen at http://www.copshock.com/suicide-prevention-and-crisis-help.phpA Badge of Honor offers workshops...
2023-02-0357 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastEducating Supporters of Law Enforcement with Betsy Smith, National Police AssociationHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Sgt. Betsy Smith (Ret.) from the National Police Association on A Badge of Honor Podcast. The National Police Association brings attention to the anti-police efforts challenging effective law enforcement through mailings, national TV and radio public service announcements, legal filings on behalf of police officers and agencies, and original articles authored for the NPA by law enforcement experts, book publishing, and their podcast. Lear more and connect with the National Police Association at https://nationalpolice.org/A Badge of Honor offers workshops to...
2023-01-2459 minA Badge of Honor PodcastBecoming Shatterproof with CJEvolution Podcast Host Patrick FitzgibbonsHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Patrick Fitzgibbons. Retired Police Commander, US Army Veteran, and creator of C J Evolution Podcast joins A Badge of Honor Podcast.Patrick Fitzgibbons is a retired Police Commander from Colorado with over two decades of experience. He is also a military veteran serving with the 82nd Airborne at Fort Bragg, NC. Patrick details the demons he dealt with after retirement that led him to contemplate suicide and how the program Shatterproof located in Florida helped save his life.Subscribe to CJEvolution Podcast on...
2023-01-1356 minA Badge of Honor PodcastWinning The Brave Fight with Tempa SherrillHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Tempa Sherrill, therapist and founder of The Brave Fight, LLC on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.The most courageous and brave action you can take is asking for help. The Brave Fight, LLC is a group practice with lived experience helping people overcome trauma, grief, and loss with extensive experience in occupational, relational, and family traumas as well as suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention. No matter where your story begins, our team will walk alongside you on the journey to build resilience and strength. Visit...
2023-01-1258 minA Badge of Honor PodcastPrepare For Your Future Post Service Josh GoldbergHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Josh Goldberg, CEO of Boulder Crest Foundation on A Badge of Honor Podcast. Stress leaves a mark on people that others don’t always see. At Boulder Crest, we see it, understand it, and know how to transform those struggles to strength. Boulder Crest created Warrior PATHH for the hundreds of thousands of warriors who are fighting the battle on the home front: the fight to find a life worth living. The effects of traumatic stress on combat veterans and first responders are the catalyst fo...
2023-01-1156 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastEver Feel Like You Got Up on The WRONG Side of The Bed?Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Performance Coach Michael Chavez on @A Badge of Honor Podcast.Michael is a PGI Consultant and Life Coach dedicated to helping you overcome obstacles and create successful habits. Over his 20 years in the United States Navy, he spent 6 ½ years at sea aboard 4 ships, advancing through the ranks to E7, retiring as a Chief Petty.**Learn to start your day off Positive...**Create Constructive Habits Necessary to Overcome Fear & Procrastination, so you can achieve your Goals. To connect with Michael please visit his LinkedIn p...
2022-11-2958 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastThe Reality of Treating Stress & Trauma in Law EnforcementHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Dr. Tina Jaeckle, LCSW about treating first responder trauma and stress and her new cutting edge and highly successful program which specifically addresses the traumas of officer involved shootings. Dr. Jaeckle, has more than two decades of service to our law enforcement officers and fire fighters. She serves as the mental health training coordinator for several CISM and Peer Support and hostage/crisis negotiation teams. She is a current EAP counselor for police and corrections for the Jacksonville, FL Sheriff’s Office.To contact Dr. Ja...
2022-11-2959 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastPhysical Strength Required!Hosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Danielle Kawash and Mike Salemi of First in Wellness on A Badge of Honor Podcast. This podcast episode is Part 2 of our discussion with First In Wellness founder Danielle Kawash and Mike Salemi creator of the Kettlebell Lifestyle Program. Being "WELL" means adopting an overall approach to your "WELLness." Tonight we will learn how to incorporate this into our hectic lives as First Responders.First In Wellness is a team of experienced and highly-specialized coaches from around the world. They provide goal-oriented, personalized...
2022-11-1658 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastUnderstanding The Physical Psychological Strength of First RespondersHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Danielle Kawash and Simon Matthews of First in Wellness on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Because we take a beating and keep on going... Being a first responder is stressful. Excess stress has consequences. Learn how to transform that stress into strength. First In Wellness is a team of experienced and highly-specialized coaches from around the world. They provide goal-oriented, personalized, preventative health and wellness programs designed to meet the specific challenges faced by first responders. Their programs are educational and encourage meeting small goals...
2022-11-1657 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastSuicide - What Every Police Chief Needs to HearHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Chief Neil Gang, Pinole Police Department in California on A Badge of Honor Podcast.Chief Gang has served in law enforcement for over 34 years and has been the Chief of Police for the Pinole Police Department since 2014. He is the Chairperson of the California Police Chiefs Association Officer Wellness and Resiliency Committee, the author of the Asher Model-7 Point Approach to a Culture of Wellness, the host of the 6th Pillar Podcast, is a CALPOST-Wellness Instructor, and was named Public Safety Hero of the Year...
2022-10-281h 00A Badge of Honor PodcastThe Reality of Treating Trauma & Stress in the Law Enforcement CommunityHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Dr. Tina Jaeckle, LCSW about treating first responder trauma and stress. Her new cutting edge and highly successful program specifically addresses the traumas of officer involved shootings. Dr. Jaeckle, has more than two decades of service to our law enforcement officers and fire fighters. She serves as the mental health training coordinator for several CISM and Peer Support and hostage/crisis negotiation teams. She is a current EAP counselor for police and corrections for the Jacksonville, FL Sheriff’s Office.To contact Dr. Jaeckle directly vis...
2022-10-1059 minA Badge of Honor PodcastHelping Officers Beat The Burnout - A Badge of Honor PodcastHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with former Deputy Sheriff A.K. Dozanti, founder of Life Saver Wellness.Life Saver Wellness' mission is to respond to the mental wellness needs of law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, 911 dispatchers as well as military and emergency medical personnel.Utilizing a realistic yet unorthodox approach to stresses and concerns of our first responders, Life Saver offers unique and proven methods to combat the affects of chronic stress and trauma on the mind and body.Visit https://www.lifesaverwellness.com
2022-10-0858 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastPTSD 911 The Movie - A Badge of Honor PodcastHosts and PTSI Resilience Trainers John Salerno and Samantha Horwitz talk with Conrad Weaver, Director and Producer of the groundbreaking documentary PTSD911.PTSD911 is a documentary film about real people: normal, average human beings who have chosen to work in professions that require above average heroism, fortitude, and resolve. These men and women have jobs that require a willingness to face things that most of us can’t even imagine.First responders repeatedly see and experience things that most of us will never see, causing compound issues related to post-traumatic stress injuries and disorders. There co...
2022-09-2358 min
A Badge of Honor PodcastMission First Partners, Where Every Department is a FamilyHosts and PTSI Recovery Trainers Sam Horwitz and John Salerno talk with John Mulet, founder of Mission First Partners.Mission First Partners is a New Hampshire based consulting firm that specializes in training and program development for law enforcement agencies worldwide. Mission First Partners believes that there is no higher calling than a life lived in the service of others. Any PD or officer can reach out directly to bring programming and resources to their department for PTSD, stress, wellness, and more. Visit MissionFirstPartners.net or call direct 603-391-6222 to get started right away.
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